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This is part of a collection that belongs to my friend and his son. They are a hard working farming family that has been very successful. I mean these people work nonstop, whatever they have they deserve. I’m not sure how many they have but I know this is not the whole collection. Then they have the tractors that they work with. 99% of them are IH’s too. I think they have around fifty in total. Today I was driving down the road and came across this at one of his locations. Immediately I pulled over and took pictures, to the best of my knowledge this is the first time they have put some out for display. After taking pictures I called him to say thanks for putting them out, it made me happy!! Of course he didn’t answer the phone, probably because he was working! Hope you guys enjoy……..

I found this 520-H (1993) with a 60 inch deck, 48 inch snow blade, Wheel Horse badged plastic wheel weights,chains , hub caps and a set of NOS mower blades. It has a local history and the PO is happy to see it go to a good home. Now there are some issues but i have to look it over.The price was good to be true. I have to say the deck is the heaviest ive ever wrestled around and ive done my share. I thought i was going to blow my back out trying to load it. Second pic shows a much easier method😀.

Last weekend was our 13th UK Wheel Horse round up, one of our biggest attendance to date with 34 entries. heres a few highlights

79 C-101 Pretty much finished up my first and probably last try at restoration , sure is a lot of time and work but fun. The 10hp was just too far gone so opted for a k301 gen start with out shaker . I did a shade tree rebuild on a couple yrs ago. Just needs a decent set of rear tires ,I’ll look for those at the big show coming up. Now time to put it to work !

I'll add painting and drying parts by the wood stove in December and shrinking shafts in the freezer to that list of ways to raise a wifeys temp. Oh, and tanning a bear hide in her bath tub really reached the boiling point. That one cost me a $10K bathroom remodeling job.

Today my son's scout troop had their big end of year event. Typically you have to be "registered" with the troop (at least have child abuse clearances on file) to attend any over-night event. The end of year celebration is typically a camp out that goes from Friday night into Sunday afteroon, and is one of two over-night events the fathers can attend and stay over-night. They do skits, activities to showcase the outdoor skills they learned that year, and Saturday night is a camp-fire with the end of year award ceremony where they receive the pins, badges, and other awards they earned since January. The end of year ceremony also involves a "bridging" where Trailmen who are advancing levels do a ceremonial walk across a bridge, and the new troop leadership are announced. Due to issues with boys leaving after the Saturday night ceremony and not having enough hands to break camp efficiently the last two years they changed it up a little. Instead of a camp out, the middle and high school aged trailmen setup and ran a carnival type deal for the younger boys and families, which was also used as a fund-raiser for their big bi-annual trip next summer. This one was very exciting for me, because my son finished all his badge work for this year, bridged to the next level, and received his leveling award for the elementary level, the "Timberline Award". This is not something that one just falls into by showing up, it involves a lot of other work outside regular meetings. From the organization's website: So I am really proud of all that he accomplished this year. Unfortuantely I don't have any good pictures from the ceremony that don't have a bunch of other people's kids in them as well, and I don't want to post their faces since I don't have permission. I just have this one of his back when he accepted his Timberline patch:

First show of the season next weekend, so today a few of my tractors enjoyed a spa day in preparation.

Install of the new tires and HD wheels and Spindles is complete. I bought the 310-8 from @Sparky for my daughter when she gets her house. Like all 310’s it came with 6” rims which made it look like a little tractor. I put a wanted ad in and received a response from @grinchsr and @ebinmaine for spindles and rims. Eric only had a set of HD spindles with rims and was gracious enough to send them down to me. Taking advantage of the deal @RED-Z06 found on the 8” tires, I was able to complete the new front for the 310-8, looks more proper now I think. Thank you to all of you for your help with this! Now I just need the HD hub caps!

A willow tree fell down so I started to cut it up. I cut some weeds down with my 953 sickle because the bugs and locusts were attacking me. I really need some 14 inch ags or 15 inch wheels with ags. Those bald snow tires get stuck too often The 953 stalled and the electric fuel pump quit. I took the shifter plate off and tapped it with a socket wrench hammer and it started running so I was able to get it to the garage I guess I should put a new fuel pump on it too.

Today I broke my own rule. The rule was to not get or be remotely interested in the "riding mower" versions of the Wheel Horse. I've only ever been attracted to the garden tractor variety of the Horse. Well this little one fell into my hands and I figured I'd tinker with it. Had it running within 10 minutes. It needs a new starter solenoid and shutoff valve/grommet on the fuel tank. I putted around the yard checking all the gears and to my surprise it even has an electric pto... ooooo fancy huh ? Model 210-5 with a 30 inch mower deck actually cuts pretty nice. The hub caps are probably worth more than the machine itself. Might have to keep this baby horse around. Our annual tractor party and parade is coming up mid July so this can be an extra seat for whoever wants to go for a ride while we travel the neighborhood. Lots of people come out and wave as they know we do this every year. What makes me smile is the little and big kids too who love to participate .

Got both the tractors washed.

Cookie lovers and peanut butter lovers unite to celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day on June 12! The key ingredients of peanut butter cookies are peanut butter, sugar, and eggs — and in their simplest form, that’s all that you’ll need. Peanut butter cookies are incredibly easy to make, and if you’re a peanut butter lover, they always hit the spot.

Similar Craftsman from around ’67 or ’68 with yours truly at the wheel. Six horsepower, 25” cut, and a simple F-N-R gearbox. It was no WH or JD, but it sure beat the heck out a 20” push mower doing a half-acre of lawn!

If it is here’s a simple map of what’s what. Not exactly a Hollywood Map to the stars but close ADDRESS for GPS= 615 Narrows Rd Biglerville Pa. Blue= general parking for all including trucks with trailers. Yellow= parking for campers and the people who camp out. Red= the actual WH Show area. Purple= the oval track around the center display field.

@Ed Kennell you mean like this Ed?

maybe I've gotten on my knees a time or 2 LOL My daughter came walking around the corner of the house at the exact time when I was on my knees pressurizing a rear tank 418-C. She says "Oh my God, you're #$%#^%& your tractors now" then turned around and walked away before I could explain. LOL

Been a bit distracted with a complicated cabinet installation in my kitchen and finally got around to starting this this evening. Never done it before...from a 1976 c-160, unmolested pump and motor. Surprisingly good condition for being 50 y/o. Cleaned up nicely. 320, 600, 1000 grit. A few dimples but should be strong. Have all of the gaskets and stuff now so I'm looking forward to getting it back together.

The temp varies due to the proximity of the wife to the kitchen. Same holds true to using the oven for pressing bearings and powder coating and using the dishwasher for cleaning parts!

She saw the video. She kissed me right after recording. But she wouldn’t kiss me once she saw what I recorded

Fileted about 200 trout for the Kids.

@Darrenw85

The '76 C120, a rescue and in the shed for years, is finally getting to work again. Went through the engine and trans long ago. The 42RD is clean and on new bearings. It does look its age and has had a hard life. Label says it was purchased in Joplin MO. Handed down a generation - the boys fully expect it to never give up and the meadow can use a mow. Don't blame the bros for not mowing. It was like this when they closed.

It would rack up at more steps if you put it on his jaw!

Hello there Horse fans!!! Was slowly thinning out a few tractors and dug out great grandpa's C195. Haven't started it in a few years. Motor spun by hand, changed oil, fresh fuel and lit the candles. Runs like I used it yesterday. Ok, fine. But body is getting bad. But mechanically is sound. So, tonight I was gathering all the Auto 18 parts and a tote shifted, fell three feet and crashed into the top of my head. No blood,no foul, but cursing followed. After yelling at everything, I found the NOS rear PTO in that tote. So, I can't find that tractor a new home, great grandpa smacked me in the head somehow and I'm taking it with me. The problem, still runs good, mows and looks cool to me anyway. But, do I repaint or leave it alone? Even if I do the cosmetics, I'm not making it a parade only machine but at the same time, I don't want it to continue to rust away.... All advice, criticism is welcome!! No matter what, it's still family but unclear what I should do. Thank you all for your help!! VID_20250606_130231.mp4

Another wicked busy day creating firewood. I cut a fair amount of 14" sticks this morning then Trina moved a BUNCH of it and a bunch more up to near the splitter.

$5000 for the 400 fish we stocked and $1500 in prizes minus the $200 I made cleaning fish. We're still out $6300. It comes out to around $100 per Kid. Well worth it for those $100 smiles.

I got it as A Gift - for me a gift in Honor - what become now my everyday Mug.👍 i keep it in best memory to my trip in 2024 to the Big Show. My wife Kati got the prohibition to put it anytime into the Dishwasher... i took best care of her and just cleaned by Handwashing and it become my beloved and most importantst thingi i have with me on my whole USA Trip in 2024. ..... and it is a permanent reminder for me, to repeat sometimes the Trip again to the Big Show. i never forget those friendly envoirement surrounded by the RedSquare Family - especially @Handy Don @Pullstart @wallfish and his Friend with the Moonshine ( i forgot his Name)😎 @19richie66 @953 nut @squonk @stevebo @Wild Bill in VA and all my other Bro‘s and friends Stateside 👍 They make, that it was an unforgettable experience for me

That’s how I move my 60” deck, with my C-141 FEL cause that ***** is heavy 😂

Prepping for the WH Show, topped up the tank with e-free 91 octane on the 657. She’s ready to rock !!

Hung my newly repaired 42”RD on the 414-8. Hopefully give it a proper test on Sunday. I did test mow a 25’ strip…sounded good!

Had my colonoscopy Tuesday, when we got home my wife made me a couple dozen of these, my favorite. After I finish this I going to go get me 3 or 4 and glass of milk.

@nylyon Yes this is out on the South Fork of eastern Long Island. They are one of the last family farms out here. @Brockport Bill You are correct! It’s hard not to love him, he’s one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. The whole family in fact is very nice. Even though he works his ass off he’s always got a minute to stop and shoot the breeze, and then back to work. Glad you guys enjoyed the photos. ‘Merica!! 🇺🇸

You guys are all making me really happy that my other half is just as much of a mental case as I am

That's what I was wondering also, where was the woman of the house while you were doing that. Bet she would appreciate seeing you do that

Finished up this morning- mostly yesterday spread 5 yards of #57 riverstone. Going to build a pergola onto side of shed with a bar & fireplace. Spread stone for pergola area, walkway to her she shed, & stone up at her prayer garden. Open area between garage & where pergola will be Im going to build a stand for one of my hit/miss engines. Ill have a custom canvas made to protect it. Sore today.....Im getting too old for all that hard work. My 22yr old son helped & 9yr old kid next door really worked hard too so I paid him.

@Pullstart ..I know a guy that got himself addicted to that move.. claims he’s “pressurizing the tank” and says “I can quit anytime I want”

Did she hand you a cigarette and lighter...?

Upsy Daisy Day is celebrated on June 8 every year, encouraging you to allow positivity into your life. Yes, there can be the occasional bumps in the journey of life that may leave us demotivated and stressed. However, if we express gratitude every day and believe that each day is a gift to us, we can carry on with a positive attitude and overcome any challenges. The actions we take and the choices we make when we decide how to react to a particular event are what can make or break us. It is fairly effortless to be grateful for the blessings that we have been given. There will be times when life really challenges us but it is up to us to be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But unless we do not try to adopt an optimistic attitude, we will not be able to achieve the utmost happiness in life. Once we do try, we might be surprised at how good it feels to be optimistic.

BOUGHT!

Got the engine mount fabbed up and installed. Plopped a Vanguard on just for test fitting. I bought an early style 16hp air cleaner a couple years back, and it clears the hood no issues at all. This engine is a 14hp. Gotta put all the covers and linkages back on tomorrow...

Front ish... under maintenance. Front of one / back of another! And bonus baby front! With his favorite toy. "Pickle lizard" - so named by me.

Ok, I know it’s Friday and I’m jumping the gun. Please forgive me 😁 Today I had to roll parts of my lawn before mowing because moles are wreaking havoc on my lawn. I put down some Mole Scram and hopefully it works! I will also put down some grub control. It was so bad that I didn’t want to mow and scalp the grass. Good excuse to get the 418-C out for some fresh air. Then got the 416-H out to mow and vacuum.

how can anyone not just love an American farmer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! great photos Don

Well, i got sick of blowing into gas tanks to prime an engine that has sat for extended time so I came up with this. Turns out a primer bulb will also pump air so I drilled and tapped a plain non gauge gas cap for a barb fitting. Then all that is required is a short piece of flexible vacuum tubing to connect the gas cap to the primer bulb. Pressurizer installed (don't leave the original gas cap under the seat as shown as you will break it if you sit on the seat. Luckily I did not sit on it). You can sit on the seat and pump air into the tank until you see fuel flow into the filter then the engine should start quickly.

I must have some form of obsessive compulsive attention deficit hyperactive disorder. My plan last night was to paint the engine blower cover to match the red paint I'm using, and touch up the valve covers (and adjust the valves), and get the engine back on the tractor. Unfortunately the engine that I was thinking of using is gonna need a complete teardown and cleaning up. Probably new rings as well. That engine came from a friend's stuff and it has water in the heads. So I had another Vanguard that was partially disassembled, so I went through it and built it up. I started last night and before I knew it the bleeping birds were singing this morning. But now I have an engine ready to run. Just needs two quarts of oil and it's ready to go! And my sorry behind is gonna take a nap. I'm too old for this silliness! The pic of the piston below is just to show how clean these engines are. Forgive the sharpie marks I had on it. They originally ran on propane, and they are very clean internally. For now at least!

It’s a ‘beary’ good day to celebrate National Black Bear Day on June 7 this year, which has been observed each year on the first Saturday in June for the sole pur-‘paws’ of teaching people about black bears and dispelling the myths surrounding them. This was the last pun, we promise. Just bear with us. Bears inhabited practically every continent when humans first made their way to North America. The grizzlies actually thrived in all western states, from Mexico to the tip of Alaska. The smaller black bear, a relative to the grizzly, was living in places as far-ranging as the Atlantic and the Pacific in North America, and Mexico to the northern edge of the continent. Since the black bear was a valuable source of thick hides for clothing and shelter, rich meat, and sweet fat for the Native Americans, we can see why they valued it and passed on the stories of these bears through their oral folktales. The black bear can be found in 41 of the 50 U.S. states, at an estimated number of 800,000. According to black bear biologist Colleen Olfenbuttel, North Carolina has the largest black bears on the planet, probably because they have access to high protein crops and enjoy mild winters. A day dedicated to the black bear is an amazing way to build awareness about this animal, its history, and how our actions impact it. The more we learn, the more we can help to conserve this gift from nature so future generations can enjoy it too.