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The 2026 RedSquare calendar is here and better than ever. @ebinmaine Trina, has once again knocked it out of the park, and I hope you all love it as much as I do. Putting this together takes a lot of time and effort, please drop a thanks here, and enjoy 2026!

How about this one?

A little visual on that.

November 19 was designated as World Toilet Day by the United Nations General Assembly, and is coordinated every year by a partnership between UN-Water and governments around the world. Today, we talk about the one invention that’s kept hidden behind closed doors, but is undeniably important. So if you’d like an “ode to the commode” read ahead. As strange as it is to say, the history of the toilet, and plumbing in general, is a fascinating read. From the ancient Romans to the Middle East to John Crapper and today’s futuristic thrones, there’s plenty to learn about. And we're sure there's a joke about the perfect place to do said reading.

Sort of finished a "Proof of Concept" project. I am not getting any younger and neither is my chore tractor (and favorite WH) the L-107 father bought in May of 1967. She has been in use ever since. The HH70 replacement engine is over 30 years old still starts from cold two pulls if I use the recoil...but she is burning oil. I am not sure it is possible to really overhaul a techy anymore didn't see much in over /under parts availability. I have many other WHs (18 or so) but as I get older climbing on and off gets more tiring. Not a problem mowing or snow plowing as I don't have to get on and off a lot...but chore tractor constant on and off. Staring at a 856 one day I wondered if I could almost convert it to Lawn Ranger size. So swapped out wheels used a spare Lawn Ranger rear fender. I do not like to dill holes or cut metal on WHs. But I did have to drill 4 holes in the 856 hood-stand to mount the LR fender and some holes in the fender for the seat. ( I have a correct seat with a beautiful new cover but I don't want to get it dirty on a chore tractor.) Wanted front tachmatic, had to grind a bit of the side plates to clear the hood (need to do a bit more so hood opens farther). Had to make a modified rear hitch to get right drawbar height for the trailer (It was a Father son project from the 1960s with several mods over the years). The engine on it is from a pallet of engines I got for $25 bucks two of them run but will need overhaul. This one starts and runs but smokes some. Good enough for now. Going to use it for a few months see if it works okay then pretty her up some and drop in a new engine. Long run the old L-107 may get an S/G K-181.

I missed it first glance but I made it too... Lots of round hoods and early models ... She needs another camera EB I'm her man... For those that don't know you can take it on a flash drive to a Walgreen's or most printing places and they can make and bind one.

Your wheel dresser may need new star wheels. This type of dresser works well if you are grinding things that quickly load up the wheel, they quickly clean and true the wheel but the dust can be incredible.

Not a great idea to support a hitch ball with that tiny cable, if that is your goal. Also, what would keep the ball from rising if the load turns negative?

Not much for stone wheels, installed a 6 inch flap disc. It self levels. I really have no need to sharpen tooling tho. About once a year I can reinstall a wheel and do the saved up bits etc, and have a session.

Another great job by BBT, once I get it printed and assembled Mrs. 953 can give it to me for Christmas.

Thanks for the replies - I think I found what I need….

Guaranteed she was still getting the work done on the tractors, house and barn at the same time! The lady has insane motivation and drive. It’s on another level!!

Sounds legit to me. We contribute a bunch of tree trimmings to our neighbor's burn pile once or twice a year. It's always a big and hot burn (the pile of branches in the photo is over six feet high), placed in the middle of a large lawn to keep it far from any nearby trees, and the grass always grows back quickly and thickly, although it's a completely different type of grass (maybe crabgrass?) than the surrounding lawn, which is largely Kentucky bluegrass. I imagine that the seeds may have already been present in the soil several inches below the surface, since they come up thickly and all at once, and they apparently like the fertilizer from the ashes. The Kentucky bluegrass eventually spreads back in and out-competes the opportunistic grass.

Thanks Trina!!! So, the "no people in the pictures" thing... Do our tractors make our butts look that fat?

Curiously I never liked using either type. I use and have great results using an old used diamond cutting saw blade. I find it easier to control and more versatile being able to use the very tip or the sides. Easier to control with faster results.

That's a dressing tool for your grinding wheels. To true up the face of the stone. Best if you have a solid guide you can rest against to stay flat with the face of the stone.

Try living with her and even the sheer thought of keeping up. I sure can't!!!

Best bet is to call Lowell or text him the question. I am not sure which kit is needed for your 5053 transaxle. Questions about your tractor and the parts needed please text (507) 213-3115 Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat & Sun Closed

Gotta love a bonfire.

Remember when using cable clamps..."never saddle a dead horse".

Awesome calendar - thanks, Trina! It means a lot when you'd probably rather be working on your own tractors, house or barn but you take the time to do this.

Really quick on getting it done too!

I need to come up with more excuses to use it around the yard.....besides riding in circles yelling Ya-Hooooo!....and my wife shaking her head. In reality....it sure makes splitting wood not seem like work when you get to tool around on it. Things I noticed from my 2 photos. A leaf fell on it that I didn't see - Eeeeek! LOL. It also looks like I need to restore my old wood splitter as it looks like a clunker next to my Wheel Horse. I'm thinking I need a large water tank to pull around the yard and water the 20-30 odd trees I planted this fall. That will be a good excuse to use the Wheel Horse dump trailer more. Stay tuned. My wife: "You need what to water what?" More head shaking. I'm used to it. Thanks for all the GREAT comments...glad I posted up some 'In Action' photos! You can certainly NEVER take a bad picture of a Wheel Horse being used...

It's the 2nd picture of post #68 that you want to look at. Those thin teeth on the inside of the gear ware out fast when shifting without comming to a complete stop. When they are worn enough, that is when the trans will pop out of 3rd gear under a load. Yours look to be in good shape. I would not replace it. Check the fit by putting the 2nd and 3rd fork gear on top of the input gear.

You've been saddling dead horses??? No wonder the bumps and bruises thread is so long...

In addition to the advice above, make sure to consider the geometry of the trailer tongue and how sharply the tractor will be able to turn when the trailer is connected. Having the ball too close to the tractor made sharp turns with my “V-frame” tongue trailer (similar to the picture below) impossible--the tongue rails hit the tractor’s rear wheels. I had to lengthen the ball mount out past the tractor's rear wheels to get adequate clearance. I’m also very conscious of the tongue weight on that extended ball holder--loss of steering or a wheelie would be, well, unwelcome. Another important consideration is to keep the ball at or below the height of the tractors’s rear axle to prevent a sudden trailer stop (pothole or collision?) from causing a tractor wheelie.

Scored some decent tools from a local online auction. Pick up Tuesday morning.

Yes, standing on staircase handrails is much safer.............

Great job Trina !!! Thanks for all the hard work.

I have an 80 on it now but 40 is best for what I do. Got to check to see if the wheel comes with spacer bushings to fit the grinder shaft, I had a set from before and can't remember is these came with or without.

@nylyon I honestly assumed Eric B. was original thread starter and got to thinking you might ought to just let him buy the ice creams for Trina. Dont want to get ya in trouble with da bear .

Thanks to all. I found a Brinly rear scraper blade for $100, so I will probably start with that and the Wheel Horse sleeve hitch. I will see how that works for driveway work and go from there.

Definitely. Camping isn't Camping without the open fire. Bonfire. Campfire. Stove fire. All good.

PM me your address I'll drop one in a envelope. Maybe short on the jam nuts tho. Yep I have yet to do it but the boys report a e-tank works well.

Nope - coarser than that!!

So like a grit of. ... 14?

The one slightly less abrasive than the temperament of an ex-wife!!

Just sent a text.

Yes call Lowell before you order. He'll be happy to answer any questions and make sure to get the right stuff. Tell him the boys from RS sent ya ... he knows most of us. I take it you got the dog point out? Welding a nut on is an excellent idea. They tend to snap right at the end of the hex but many times back right out. 1/4-20 is the thread size. I have replacements I can send you one if needed. @Racinbob and I buy them in bulk then take turns passing them out... Your tranny is in good shape as these go. I saved this one. Had rust boogers for a week but saved it. Yes put up a pic we can tell you if it's any good or not.

Wasn't expecting that much awesomeness, this early in the morning!

Amazing work ... as always... Thank you sooo much

Thanks for the great work making up the calendar for us, you truly got as many s in there as you did.

Beautiful calendar, Thank you Trina

Gooooood Work! Thanks BBT

Awesome work BBT! I imagine some people by now around here might not know that means Black Belt Trina 🥋

Thank you all for the kind welcome and good advice. I can easily shift into all the gears in both H and L range. I think the belt is the problem.It is very loose and looks ancient! I will replace that first.

I just had one that pulled the ball neatly off. Brand new one from Lowell. If yours was from him give it back to him he'll replace it. Plowing requires a spare to be on the shelf. Only work around is to get longer cable and cable clamps. Any hardware store.

My dear friend George Sleezer gave me this beautiful viper red 656 that was his pride and joy. I’m so grateful for this, but sad to see he’s getting out of the hobby due to old age. It came with a sickle mower and tub cart. More pictures to come.

As mentioned above center blades and dozer/snow blades can be found, might have to do a little searching. I you want instant gratitude, you can go with a Brinly box scraper. https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/brinly-38-in-box-scraper-and-rear-blade-bs-381-2-in-1-tool-for-versatile-landscaping-2523107 You will also need a Brinly hitch adaptor. https://wheelhorsepartsandmore.com/product/toro-wheel-horse-slot-hitch-adapter/

In your photo I can see that the High-Low range lever is in the Low position. The attached owner manual should be helpful.