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June 10, 2002, A man was arrested and charged in the attempted murder of a police officer after driving into a patrol car while attempting to flee from sheriff’s deputies. Soon after, police discovered that he was already a wanted man. He stole a Krispy Kreme doughnuts delivery truck, police who pursued and caught up to the vehicle said he had led police on a 15-mile chase, leaving a trail of doughnuts behind. The incident was the subject of nationwide media attention and, as it involved cops and doughnuts, kept late-night comedians busy for several days.

Originally it was red, someone has slapped that blue on it for unkown reasons. Easily made red again though.

I though Bob is the chief cat herder? Looks like Vins RJ took one to the gonads for not complying.

Whoever is planning on organizing a picture start practicing herding cats now!

Or leave it and call it The Smurf

This past weekend we had the 15th (ish) UK meet. Around 35 horses from around the country. A few custom ones - you can’t have too many and 10 round hoods, which is a record for us here… no idea where they come from! My own basket case made it, and then the pull start broke on the first day leaving it bricked! 😭 here are a few pictures

We plan to do a Red Square 20th Anniversary group photo on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27. The location will depend on the weather, if it is a nice day we will gather near the entrance to the show field (AKA Squonk's Corner) and in the event of rain we will move into the display building. Times are yet to be determined but there will be plenty of advance notice and announcements on the public address system. Plan to be a part of the celebration.

Looks like The Big Unit @ebinmaine owned it ...

If the price is right, I'd bring it home with me. Get it operational first, decide on the paint color later.

The photographer just needs to pick a time and announce it, if people want in they’ll be there. Plus I think it can be announced over the loudspeaker system there

Can keep it blue too if you are fond of it. Only rule is no john deere green. But Red really is the best color for a tractor. If you rattle can it, the common color a lot of us use is Rust-Oleum Regal Red, can also use IH red.

Looks like a "Caption This!" I told you down in front! Get down!

Also, notice that Randy @rjg854 was able to get down on his knees and get back up again. Lot of us could ten years ago but can't now.

Looks like a "Caption This!"

Interesting picture on that brochure. What years did they use the plastic fender? What year is that brochure?

That holds true for most Fraternal Organizations too. But get the word out that there will be a standing vote to raise the price of beer at the next meeting, they come out of the woodwork......

Wrong color but it looks better than most I've found. It most definitely can be brought back to whatever level you want it to be. Like the blue? Service it up and run it. Wanna make it look better than the day it left the dealer? All up to you. Saving them and using them is what we all like to do.

@Thegearhead0324 , pick any spot you want, just as long as you don’t pick mine!😂 Kidding, totally kidding I’m usually up in the show building. I’m not sure if I’m bringing any tractors this year or just stuff to sell?

Here’s a mugshot from last year’s show on my 312-8. I set up my blue canopy just across the gravel road from the Hospitality Center.

Are you ready to take the pictures? All we need is a willing photographer with a good camera and a bit of cooperation from the weather.

Kevin, I know you have a well deserved reputation for being an accident looking for a place to happen, BUT do you need five wheel chairs?

My first time at the show this year, I’d really like a sticker, that picture helps I’ll try looking for you on that Saturday before I head home.

I just made my own. Heavy as heck so no downforce required. @Lee1977 Don had an old DOT wear bar that I cut a 56 inch section from. Worked awesome!

Here he was twenty years ago when it all started, Karl is on the right.

Went out for a test drive.

Here ya go Joe. Now ya can find Me. Oh, were looking for Karl.

Saw this on youtube, 2026 show. Lots of Wheel Horses, which made me think someone on here may had a tractor showing in this event:

Hi. Im very new to the community and very new to these incredibly awesome tractors. Hopefully my inexperience doesn't make me look dumb, but i have found this 654 Wheel Horse. I plan on going to look at it this weekend if its still available. My biggest question is, why is it blue? To me, it looks like a fun project but I dont want to get elbow deep into something that isn't, or perhaps never was. Thanks!

Please add an actual $$price..required per forum rules. 😎

I will likely have my tripod, and can do a 10 second time delay on my phone. Get us time to herd the turtles before snapping the pic!

It is yours to do whatever you want as long as you don’t paint it green they say here that is a big no-no. Just my two shots. Good luck with the project. Ooo If you’re handy and you have access to a sandblaster to take the paint off. You can start new. Bring it back to original color. This is always been a big debate, but I use rust oleum regal red. I’ve heard that this is a very close match. Also international red may be the truest match.

Thanks all for the response. Gwest_ca had it spot on, think I'll remove the recycler though . You guys do a fantatstic job, thank you.. I might be back as there is a hydraulic leak somewhere which I have yet to investigate. Thanks again

One more reason why I don't like bottled water.

We are using a P218 with about 775 hours. At about 700 hours, it got serviced with: thorough cleaning under the shrouds and the cooling fins, de-carboning the combustion chambers, adjusting the valves, carb cleaning (3 times!), filter and oil change, air filter, new spark plugs, and gaskets. Subsequently, I have replaced the muffler as well. I am confident that with continued regular maintenance and regular operation that we’ll get to 1,500 or more hours. Nous utilisons un P218 avec environ 775 heures. À environ 700 heures, il a été entretenu avec : un nettoyage en profondeur sous les caintreaux et les ailettes de refroidissement, la décarbonisation des chambres de combustion, le réglage des soupapes, le nettoyage des carburateurs (3 fois !), le filtre et le changement d'huile, le filtre à air, de nouvelles bougies d'allumage et les joints. Par la suite, j'ai également remplacé le silencieux. Je suis convaincu qu'avec un entretien régulier et un fonctionnement réguliers, nous atteindrons 1 500 heures ou plus.

Or anywhere near a well or septic system...

The " Hospitality Tent " on the corner usually folds up between 10 and 11 so be sure to stop by!

Who's the guy holding you up Ed?

The legend on the right (and some nobody on the left) for those that don’t know what Karl looks like

UPDATE 06/09/2026 We finally got her running! Replaced points, coil, spark plug and spark plug wire. Setting the points was quite touchy but finally got it. Received PTO clutch plate worked great. Got the mower deck cleaned up and attached. She is cutting grass. Thank you everyone for your help! I am pretty sure I have a Frankenstein wheel horse. model number on tractor is 91-08K802-9748 8319 which believe had an 8HP. This unit has a 16HP. Thanks for identifying 1986 as the engine date. Any idea what the mfg date is for the tractor?

I'll add, the Sundstrand is probable slightly more repairable than an Eaton 11. Both are tough, but the Eaton 11 probable a little more. The 518H would have an Eaton 7 that is not designed for ground engaging equipment and no filter. I have a C-160, old hour mete said 4xx hours but no longer worked so unsure of hours. Sundstrand oil was really black and had an old redish Wheel horse brand filter. So oil hadn't been changed in a long time. i changed oil, ran it a few hours and changed it again. I've now changed it a 3rd time 2 years and 100 hours later. Oil stays clean now, works great. Ii have currently have a rear seal slightly and plan to open it up to replace axle bearings as part of replacing seals.

@Alrashid2 I have same tires as you, one 22x7.5x12 is leaking, how your tubes holding up after 1.5 year? I found that only 23x8.5x12 tubes are available here, lucky for me domestic, not from Far East.

I predict that the most sought-after item will be the one you looked at and left home because you convinced yourself no one would want it.

But always better to see them working....

Get her her own tractor - problem solved!

Thank you @953 nut , good info to know. I wouldn’t mind joining WHCC when I get there. Redsquare has a 20 year anniversary that’s really cool, I definitely wouldn’t mind being in a group picture. I will be sure to try and find you and other folks. I also look forward to looking at all the goodies, shirts stickers etc, maybe another attachment… I already know it’s gonna be an expensive event, the Warden is gonna see it all…. .

The old solid cast iron Kohler K and Magnums are just about bulletproof. That's why so many still run 60+ years later. But the Commands are definitely decent engines. They will never last as long as the old engines, but should give many year's service if properly maintained. Regular servicing and ethanol-free gas are your friends.