312-8, 1985

[Handy Don 14,989]

2 hours ago, Stan50 said:

except just one small bolt sleeve/spacer in the lift assembly, but this is not real problem.

Welcome to the Forum 

Those spacers are essential for maintaining proper alignment of the lift mechanism. Look into replacing it!

[Stan50 29]

 yes,sir! I meant - "not real problem"  =  I'm going to get or fabricate mentioned spacer  

[ebinmaine 75,354]

3 hours ago, Stan50 said:

 yes,sir! I meant - "not real problem"  =  I'm going to get or fabricate mentioned spacer  

 

One of the great things about Redsquare is our Vendors Section. 

 

@76c12091520h is the handle for Brian Badman. 

Excellent guy. 

 

Over the years Wheelhorse company used many "Standard Parts".

Many of the bearings, seals, fasteners etc are easily accessed from places like McMaster Carr or Bolt Depot. 

 

 

[Stan50 29]

I'm gonna gather up some parts here in Poland. Although I was in US many times, next time I'll be there for parts . I lived in Canada many years, but never seen one WH. I have some friends in US, eventually when I buy something online  they'll help with shipping ..

[Stan50 29]

On 11/30/2025 at 3:38 PM, Stan50 said:

Throttle works properly but yes, I definitely look forward to it

 

I just examined Manual for 1985 312-8 with K301S engine, looks like this throttle cable setup on engine cover is correct,good for me  . Above this "1 screw high level setup" for throttle cable is bracket for choke cable.

 

 

 

 

 

Edited 22 hours ago by Stan50

[Stan50 29]

My K301 starter drive, some teeth are worn. Should I worry and buy that drive in advance ? Right now everything works smoothly I don't have any problems with starting engine.

 

 

 

 

[953 nut 62,787]

4 hours ago, Stan50 said:

Should I worry and buy that drive in advance

If parts availability is not easy where you live it would be good to buy in advance.

[Brockport Bill 2,108]

bought a 312-8 new in 1989 - still have it 36 years later - over 2,000 hours --- always had enough power for every use - plowing, tiller, cart hauling, mowing, etc - - simple to maintain - son, daughter and now 4 grandsons all learned the basics of operating and tool use at early age - One suggestion if you have not already looked ? Check the underneath frame plate that connects tractor to transmission to be sure there is not a stress crack which can happen on wh from prior heavy plow or tiller use.

[Handy Don 14,989]

7 hours ago, Stan50 said:

My K301 starter drive, some teeth are worn. Should I worry and buy that drive in advance ? Right now everything works smoothly I don't have any problems with starting engine.

The teeth on starter motors are often beveled at the ends to ease engagement with flywheel teeth as the bendix pushes the gear outward. There may be less wear than you think. 

I do’t see any corresponding wear on the edges of your flywheel teeth. 

That said, if having this machine sidelined while sourcing a replacement starter is untenable, then a spare might be a good investment. 

[8ntruck 8,289]

  I used to work witha guy who flew scout helicopters for the Army in the middle east.  One of his sayings was "spare parts are life".

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[Stan50 29]

1 hour ago, Brockport Bill said:

 One suggestion if you have not already looked ? Check the underneath frame plate that connects tractor to transmission to be sure there is not a stress crack which can happen on wh from prior heavy plow or tiller use.

 

 

 

 thank you for tip, looks like that part of the frame is OK, but higher, where first tube is, there is crack? I think..

 

 

 

 

 

Edited 35 minutes ago by Stan50

[Stan50 29]

1 hour ago, Handy Don said:

The teeth on starter motors are often beveled at the ends to ease engagement with flywheel teeth as the bendix pushes the gear outward. There may be less wear than you think. 

I do’t see any corresponding wear on the edges of your flywheel teeth. 

That said, if having this machine sidelined while sourcing a replacement starter is untenable, then a spare might be a good investment. 

I wrote down a few spare parts and worn out ones, so I will order them soon.

[Handy Don 14,989]

35 minutes ago, Stan50 said:

 

 

Edited 30 minutes ago by Stan50

Cracks can easily be small and concealed by dirt. Clean thoroughly before final judgement!