wheelhorsepuller 1 #1 Posted February 24, 2008 I'm in the process of building a wheelhorse Modified tractor to race with the Western Ontario Outlaws. It will run an MV18 opposed Kohler engine, and 700 peerless tranny to a axle and sprocket set-up. Here are some pics of what i have done. With this frame I should be able to use the cannister or flat type PA bearing... This is the frame I'm using.. it is from a mid 80's Dynamark tractor. All of the parts are used.. but still a great starting point for my tractor.. And yes the belt clears the tubes... the tubes on the inside are up against the pan and welded at the ends and to the pan.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,345 #2 Posted February 24, 2008 Hey, welcome back to the site. I think it's been a while since I've seen a post from you. I'm not current with the racing scene so I don't have much input, but it does look interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #3 Posted February 24, 2008 Thanks.. I realized I put this post in the wrong spot so if admin wants to move it that would be fine with me.. I will post lots of pics so that everyone can see my process... this is pretty fun so far... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #4 Posted February 24, 2008 Here are some more pics i didn't put in the first post... I set the big kohler and tranny in place to see how big they are.. WOW The chain will line up perfect... The tranny lines up perfect.. I will run angle iron under the pan with holes to reinforce the chassis With a little mod to the running board, the headers will clear. and since this tractors axle is right at the front, it will also clear it too.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,128 #5 Posted February 24, 2008 Souldn't this be in the "other brands" category? I don't see anything Wheel Horse on it at all. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
combatmp29r 27 #6 Posted February 24, 2008 It looks like its going to be a fun toy Kepp the pics coming this is going to ba an interesting build. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,128 #7 Posted February 24, 2008 And I want to hear it RUNNING! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #8 Posted February 24, 2008 keep the updates coming, its a great project :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #9 Posted February 24, 2008 It will be getting a mid 80's Wheelhorse hood and fenders... it will represent the brand... trust me.. in the winners circle... I'm using this chassis because it is what I had and it's light.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #10 Posted February 25, 2008 It looks like it will be an exciteing ride when done. I like the aluminium wheels too. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #11 Posted February 25, 2008 Thanks guys.. I have the rear axle in and almost ready to flip over and measure for the front axle.. i hope this will be sitting on it's wheels next week... The Kohler Opposed MV18 is rated at almost 39 lb/ft of torque so this should jump off the line... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #12 Posted February 25, 2008 Well... I picked up my hood today.. so as soon as I have the front axle finished I can got that Kohler in and start on the hood supports.. I sat the axle in so I can drill and tap the holes for the bolts to hold the bearings in place..my daughter came in to inspect my welds... she thinks they should hold.. LOL The rims are just sitting there.. I haven't set the track width yet.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
refracman 166 #13 Posted February 26, 2008 Looks like you got the logistics figured out, nice project My daughter is allways comein back to the shop to check on the progress of the current project, and sometimes she helps too! Cant let just do the girly things ya know :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #14 Posted March 2, 2008 With some more Ryker Racing parts and a few trips to Princess Auto .. this week should see lots done... My cat DJ (Dale Jarrett) was inspecting the disc and the plates to make sure everything would work as expected... LOL I got the axle mounted and worked on the brakes... The bottom bolt is not on the caliper in this picture.. but the hole is there... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #15 Posted March 2, 2008 I have all the pieces I need for my front axle from Ryker Racingtoday.. it has 15 deg KPI built into it.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #16 Posted March 3, 2008 I got my front axle in... I didn't lower the front too much because I didn't want excessive rake in the chassis... I got to sit on it.. and WOW.. it's really short.... this might be a handful.... LOL.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #17 Posted March 14, 2008 UPDATE: Some of the steering completed.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #18 Posted March 15, 2008 Can't wait to see it done, looks fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
modracer 1 #19 Posted March 15, 2008 in the winners circle... your right...in the winners circal right beside me in 2nd place...LOL shuld be a good raing year this year jason!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #20 Posted March 22, 2008 Here's some update pictures: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wse100 0 #21 Posted March 22, 2008 that looks really cool. Honestly I don't know much about these tractors yet, but I do know that looks bad..... looks like your gonna need to buy some grass seed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #22 Posted March 23, 2008 Thats looking pretty intense....can't wait to see it done & hope you can shoot a video also when it's done? How high do you intend to set the seat & rear fenders? I'm guessing you stay as low as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #23 Posted March 23, 2008 Looks like it's gonna be a ride, bring it up here we have a nice 1/2 mile paved oval track, But I get a ride :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #24 Posted March 23, 2008 I got the fender mocked up. Now I just need to get the seat in there and I can work on the tin work. I would love to try it on pavement... right now I just need to have it running under it's own power.. LOL :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheelhorsepuller 1 #25 Posted March 24, 2008 Worked today on the hood mounts at the back of the hood to the column... and decided the tractor needed a deck.. so out came my cutting wheels and this is what I ended up with.... I know that the discharge is on the wrong side and facing forward.. but there is a reason for that... It gives me a flat spot for my foot on the left side and it matches up with the curve at the front so that's how it will stay... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites