CDiddy 0 #1 Posted October 12, 2009 Hey all, First time poster here looking for some help. I recently purchased my grandpas farm and with it came the old Wheel Horse that I used to get to drive when I was just a kid. I can't wait to get to restoring it and all the old memories that go along with it. Problem is, I have poured through the picture pages till my eyes are crossed, but I can't figure out what kind it is. The information I have is the following: -Kohler motor model # K181T -Kohler serial # 8328271 -Number series by where my knee would go if I were sitting on it: B1 5640 I have some cell phone pics I will try to upload. I sincerely appreciate any help anyone can give. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy w h 5 #2 Posted October 12, 2009 Hey cdiddy, Lookin forward to ur pics!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwgdog66 23 #3 Posted October 12, 2009 :scratchead: Just based off your Engine information, it could be a 1977 B-80 8-Speed Tractor mdl #71-08K801. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 134 #4 Posted October 12, 2009 Hello and :scratchead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CDiddy 0 #5 Posted October 16, 2009 Well, I can't get my pics downloaded from my cell to my cpu so I'll just try and describe it and hope for some input. -It has a four speed transmission. -It also has six ribs across the front grill. Above the, "ribs" is a sticker that is the Wheel Horse emblem in the center with black on each side. The logo on the side of the hood is white background with black lettering "WHEEL HORSE". No other descriptive lables or anything else that I can see. -He had a cultivator that goes on it somehow. I think I remember it being pulled behind tractor instead of belly mounted. Time frame on it would be from the late '70's or maybe the very early 80's. My guess from what little I have seen is that it is a B-80? Is this a reasonable guess??? :scratchead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #6 Posted October 16, 2009 :scratchead: take a look at this web page. It may help you find the answer: http://www.mywheelhorse.com/modules.php?na...o=show_doc&id=3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcwh1950 2 #7 Posted October 16, 2009 cdiddy if you go to the picture gallery here http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?showforum=33 you can see all 4 b-80 that was make from 1974 to 1979 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CDiddy 0 #8 Posted November 4, 2009 Thanks for the links and all the help!!! After closing on a house (w/o using a realtor) , moving, remodeling and cleaning for the last three weeks, I had some time to search some more and try to figure out what this is that I have. I now believe it to be a 1965 or 1966 1045/1055/1065. Just don't know what one of those would have come with a 8hp Kohler as the motor. I was a decade or so late with my timeline. Which speaks to the durability of these rigs as I was driving this thing and grandpa was still mowing 3+ acres and gardening with it in the mid 80's. Try getting 20 years out of any equipment today... At any rate, we finally have internet and a digital camera that works. Pictures on the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #9 Posted November 4, 2009 Well non of those tractors would have a 8hp, and there is no 1065, the 1045 has the old round hood fenders, the 1055 has the new stlye fenders and both have the square hood with the small grill bars, post a picture, I'm sure we can get you a model and close on a year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcwh1950 2 #10 Posted November 4, 2009 could it be a 855 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #11 Posted November 4, 2009 I guess it could be anything with a 8hp engine, pictures are your best friend right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheel horse 1045 2 #12 Posted November 5, 2009 it could be an M.T.D without pictures who knows lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CDiddy 0 #13 Posted November 5, 2009 Pictures: Thanks for all who have thrown in the .02 but hopefully this will help you guys. Thanks for the patience. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,411 #14 Posted November 5, 2009 Look right where this arrow is pointing. under the dash, centered between the choke and throttle, facing the shifter should be the ID tag. Sometimes they put them right up at the very top... you really have to lay your head on the seat to see it. I'm guessing it's an 855 or 856 by the decals. Also has narrow rear fender pan, definitely pre-68. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #15 Posted November 5, 2009 I agree with Jason on this it's a 855 or 856 going by the orig. decals. the tag should read T-855 or T-856 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #16 Posted November 5, 2009 :notworthy: Good luck with the restore and make sure you post lots of pictures. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,694 #17 Posted November 5, 2009 :notworthy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #18 Posted November 6, 2009 :thumbs: The engine number is K181T, guys - which is retractable start. Since there was only one model of this style tractor built with a recoil start K-161 Kohler, I'm guessing this isn't one of them. My hypothesis is a re-powered 655/656. :notworthy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CDiddy 0 #19 Posted November 6, 2009 Okay guys, the Id Tag tells me this info: T 605 105895 So I'm guessing from what TT is saying that this is not a stock setup? Knowing the above information, what would have been the stock motor? It's okay w/me if it isn't cause this rig will be a worker, but still would like to know all I can about the original. This Horse goes to the barn for the start of the project this afternoon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #20 Posted November 6, 2009 It's a 1965, 6hp tecumseh pull start Share this post Link to post Share on other sites