Krice58 57 #1 Posted September 13 (edited) I just scored two non-running 312-8s that are mostly complete for $125. Just wondering how compatible the parts are with my 96’ 314-8 and my ‘75 C160 I’m assuming almost everything would work, just making sure I didn’t buy two tractors that I can’t scavenge for parts. Both motors are free and it’s coming with a snow blade and tiller. I feel like it’s a pretty killer deal, just for the parts even, I see those 12 horse Kohlers selling for a few hundred bucks each by themselves, or maybe I’ll keep them as spares. Anyways, I’ve gone from one horse to 4 in a matter of months. Edited September 13 by Krice58 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 14,999 #2 Posted September 13 1 hour ago, Krice58 said: I’ve gone from one horse to 4 in a matter of months. This is sadly quite normal... All of your implements will interchange with the C series. If either 312 had a 37 inch deck, this may be the exception. The 37 inch deck will attach as any other, but will rub the front wheels on any Classic Wheel Horse with 8 inch front wheels. The 520-H might be the exception. The primary difference between early C series and the Classics are sheetmetal. Frame, transmission, and many other parts are identical. The front wheel spindles on the 312 tractors are 1 inch longer to offset the smaller front wheels. The 312 tractors (-8 and -H) were very robust tractors. The -A is a good machine but does have the weaker Eaton 700 transmission. You definitely got a good deal and congratulations! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 61,082 #3 Posted September 13 5 hours ago, Krice58 said: I’ve gone from one horse to 4 in a matter of months. What took you so long? That is the beauty of Wheel Horses, parts and implements are interchangeable over a wide range of years. 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 7,298 #4 Posted September 14 The early 312-8 came with K series engines battery ignition my 1985 has a 3 amp charging system may be the same for the 1986. The 1987 312-8 changed to a Kohler Magnum with electronic ignition a 15 amp charging system through 1997 . So wiring can be different. I run 8" wheels on 6" spindles, doesn't raise the front that much.. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 9,697 #5 Posted September 14 6 hours ago, Lee1977 said: I run 8" wheels on 6" spindles, doesn't raise the front that much.. A rather commom alteration when using a snow plow to gain more lift.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,959 #6 Posted September 14 @Krice58 I’ve gone from one horse to 4 in a matter of months. Most of us have had this happened to us. It’s the thrill of the chase. It’s an old line, but it suits us well, meaning we are always looking for the next one. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moonshine*Connoisseur 491 #7 Posted September 14 Mine all started with a 308-8. Now eight years later, I have (2) 10x20 storage units, a 5x12 enclosed trailer, a lean to, 8x10 shed and a garage filled with wheel horse tractors and parts. They multiply like rabbits. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 680 #8 Posted September 14 I’ve gained 13 in one year, it’s like a disease it spreads really quick between all of us 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MainelyWheelhorse 1,812 #9 Posted September 15 On 9/13/2025 at 1:23 PM, Krice58 said: I’ve gone from one horse to 4 in a matter of months. You too??? Same here. I gained two more in four months😄 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
