jsoluna 149 #51 Posted September 10 Thank you! Great food for thought and brainstorming where the gauges will live. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 10,922 #52 Posted September 10 13 hours ago, jsoluna said: I want to keep the unit as close to factory configuration as possible, but having eyes on the hours, oil, and volts are pretty important for a daily driver in my opinion so I'm good with some slight mods there. I’ve see hour meters mounted in the side of the Hoodstand and look factory is. They are not something you need to see while it’s running 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,174 #53 Posted September 10 5 hours ago, oliver2-44 said: I’ve see hour meters mounted in the side of the Hoodstand and look factory is. They are not something you need to see while it’s running That's a neat thought too. 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 12,167 #54 Posted September 10 (edited) I'm late to the party he Edited October 1 by Racinbob 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 7,355 #55 Posted September 10 17 hours ago, jsoluna said: Thank you! Great food for thought and brainstorming where the gauges will live. The oil gauge is mounted on a short piece of ABS pipe with just a few small holes to hold it on. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #56 Posted September 11 On 9/10/2025 at 1:58 PM, Lee1977 said: The oil gauge is mounted on a short piece of ABS pipe with just a few small holes to hold it on. That's an interesting workaround for limited space applications. 🦾 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #57 Posted September 18 Picked up a front blade, complete today! It's the proper 42" and the frame is also correct and complete, minus lift link and rear axle bracket. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #58 Posted September 18 (edited) Blade and frame models below: Edited September 18 by jsoluna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,174 #61 Posted September 18 55 minutes ago, jsoluna said: Picked up a front blade, complete today! It's the proper 42" and the frame is also correct and complete, minus lift link and rear axle bracket. Niiiiice. The rear brackets are readily available both new and used. The lift link.... I'd go with a solid connection. That way you have downpressure when needed. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #62 Posted September 29 @ebinmaine thank you for the axle bracket! Worked on the wiring harness today, getting ready to drop the CH13 back in. I've decided for now to use a low oil pressure indicator, hour meter, and voltmeter, and hold off on an oil pressure gauge. Everything will be mounted on the dash insert panel. The headlight switch will be eliminated (now integrated into the keyswitch), as will the cigar lighter. Pics to come tomorrow 🤙🏼 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #63 Posted October 1 Well, this was a journey. Plans for a voltmeter didn't pan out, but I didn't follow the proper "measure twice, cut once" method. So, unfortunately I had already cut a 2" hole in the panel. Out with the sheet metal and the welder... Ever have one of those days in the shop where nothing seems to flow? That was today - but here is the design. It's designed so that the panel can be taken on and off without removing any of the components, or disconnecting any wiring except the main plug at the engine. Low oil pressure indicator on the right side, new key switch, PTO switch, hour meter, and a low voltage indicator on the left. Low voltage sensor kicks on the light when the voltage drops below 11.5-12vdc. Some ground lugs to make the wiring more simple. It's all tested and ready for paint and custom decals. I've settled on the indicator lights for now, and if I want actual gauges in the future, I'll look into mounting them on the dash tower below. Contemplating a Wheel Horse logo in the middle to kind of balance out the empty area there. It will look very different once it is all painted black, so I'll revisit that idea once it is fully ready for install. It's far from perfect but will be a great upgrade from what was there and just fine for a worker tractor. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,174 #65 Posted October 1 Nice clean wiring. Looks good. You'd see in my build threads I get a little... particular... about my harnesses. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #66 Posted October 1 (edited) 9 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Nice clean wiring. Looks good. You'd see in my build threads I get a little... particular... about my harnesses. Not really happy with the wiring layout, it could be more tidy and thought out. I'm also extremely picky about wiring. Too much, probably. But it is solid functional, and color coded for diagnosis. Luckily, most of it won't be seen behind the fuel tank. Edited October 1 by jsoluna 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
702854boy 155 #67 Posted October 1 On 9/10/2025 at 6:47 AM, Racinbob said: and I've decided the best use for it is for parts and distribute them to other members here. Is the six speed tranny available? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,174 #68 Posted October 1 4 minutes ago, jsoluna said: But it is solid functional, and color coded for diagnosis Most important 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsoluna 149 #69 Posted 19 hours ago (edited) Progress! Just published the latest video with some updates. Engine is in. Wiring is complete, just needs tidied up a bit. Fuel system is hooked up, and it moves under its own power again. https://youtu.be/995aGBr6zXU?si=7TgldpkqWGeHmArx Edited 19 hours ago by jsoluna 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,174 #70 Posted 1 hour ago Looks and sounds good! Got an exhaust plan? That'll be a great worker for ya. 13 HP. Limited Slip Differential. Excellent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
