JimD 3,345 #1 Posted June 3, 2010 Special thanks to Sorekiwi for sending me a link to a barn sale near me with a Wheelhorse in the ad. Thanks Mike. Its a 1968 Commando 8. The owner, Norman Webb, told me his Father bought it new and it had been used by his Father, then by him until a few years ago. It was running when he parked it in the barn. We had a nice talk about him starting to use it when he was about 10 years old, and continued till he parked it. It has been well used but cared for very well, and always stored inside. I brought it home, did a little rinse job on it, and took a few pics.... There was a little something that came with this Horse.... In the last pic you can see the earpiece to listen to the radio built into the sunglasses. It was a promotional item at the time from the dealer. So, Mr Webb, thank you for the Commando, it was fun learning a bit of it's history and a pleasure meeting you. JimD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #2 Posted June 3, 2010 What a great find Jim. You better be wearing those glasses at the show. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpmcleod 4 #3 Posted June 3, 2010 I have a Commando - 8 and love it. Your's looks good. Nice find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeithB 6 #4 Posted June 3, 2010 Nice haul and cool on the glasses :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgoyette 12 #5 Posted June 3, 2010 Sweet commando and nice find...what is that on the hood next to the glasses? Is that a case for the sunglasses? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy w h 4 #6 Posted June 3, 2010 Nice find there Jim Ill give ya 50$ for the glasses Indy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 70 #7 Posted June 3, 2010 Nice find there Jim! Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #8 Posted June 3, 2010 Sweet commando and nice find...what is that on the hood next to the glasses? Is that a case for the sunglasses? Yea, it's a plastic shirt carrier for the sun glasses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #9 Posted June 3, 2010 Nice find there Jim Ill give ya 50$ for the glasses Indy Sorry Indy, those will have to remain with the Commando as part of it's history. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #10 Posted June 3, 2010 Nice horse! Duff :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #11 Posted June 4, 2010 A gerat lookin' you lucky dog! Luv them sunglasses tooo cool! You'll be stylin' 'n profilin', when yer goin' 'n mowin'! Indy, guess you'll have to buy the tractor and history too! But, I'am bettin' $50 bucks ain't goinna' cut it! HORSEFEATERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hcminis 1,532 #12 Posted June 4, 2010 WOW....nice find. Never seen the glasses before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #13 Posted June 4, 2010 Once Jim get it painted, and you stand real far back ... It'll look GREAT! Very nice looking original find Jim. Congrats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmuone 15 #14 Posted June 4, 2010 Nice barnyard find. What you gonna listen to Country, Oldies, or Heavy Metal? If you're on that tractor listening to Heavy Metal I'm staying outta that area. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #15 Posted June 4, 2010 Great find. Looks awesome! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHC-125 4 #16 Posted June 4, 2010 Congrats on your find! Looks like a clean machine. And nice looking shades :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,283 #17 Posted June 4, 2010 Very nice find Jim...are the glasses AM and/or FM? You might have to wear your "Telly Tubby" antenna for reception. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #18 Posted June 4, 2010 Nice one, Jim. Good Luck with it. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #19 Posted June 4, 2010 Cool memorabilia find Jim. Those sunglasses are out there... few and far between. Here's pics of a pair that were on ebay a while back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #20 Posted June 6, 2010 The Commando Runs! I did the usual carb and fuel pump cleaning, then cleaned the gas tank and replaced the fuel line, put some gas in and away she went. Runs strong from what I can tell, I didn't run it long because of a gas leak between the pump and carb and I want to change the oil before I use it for anything. Now to get the choke and throttle cables and a few minor fixes I have another user. I don't think this one will get the refurb treatment, I kinda like it as is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #21 Posted June 8, 2010 Looks like I shoulda kept my mouth closed, and poached it out from under you!! Nice score! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,015 #22 Posted June 9, 2010 Hey wait a minute................I just picked up my second Commando 8 tonight and the guy didn't send any sunglasses with me. I am ticked...........I need to head back over there! Nice looking tractor and cool sunglasses. Congrats on your find! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse'n Around 22 #23 Posted June 9, 2010 Whatever you do, try to resist singing along with whatever you listen to while wearing those glasses. The neighbors will call the funny farm and away youll go PS For music...I think Ronnie James Dio would work just fine John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
