A Little Stray Wandered Into The Corral Today

[rmaynard 16,341]

While I was deeply involved in working on the 701, I heard the whinny of a small horse. There, standing alone and looking for some love was this little fella.

 

He appeared to have four nice shoes,

 

 

 

And his eyes were clear,

 

 

So I looked for a 'brand' and found that he was a 1967 L-157

 

 

His saddle was still on and looking pretty good.

 

 

But then upon further inspection, I found that his connecting rod was broken. Won't know what else is wrong until I get a chance to open him up. His lift handle is missing, and apparently, there is a hitch in his git-along, as the transmission appears to have some internal problems.

 

All kidding aside, I found this little guy for sale on the "other" Wheel Horse forum this morning. After a call at 9 am to awaken the owner, I picked it up this afternoon.

 

Good news is, my wife really likes it.

 

[stevasaurus 23,287]

Nice score Bob...should fit nicely under that back porch.    Guess we are looking for some parts in a few weeks.

[rmaynard 16,341]

As soon as the 701 is done, this one will be next. I should be able to find everything I need at the show.

[Vinylguy 4,692]

Oh Man!! Cant wait to see what you do with the Ranger Bob

I am sure it will be perfect.

[Retired Wrencher 5,822]

  Very nice Bob. looks like it is all there. some times the little ones are as much fun as the Stallions!!!!! I hope it treats u well Take care Gary      B....................

[KC9KAS 4,744]

Very nice looking Ranger.

[squonk 43,894]

Love the stack!

[neil 2,410]

whata nice little foal you found there Bob , I hope to one day lassoo one of those litle beauties

great buy

[JimD 3,347]

I know you've been looking for a Lawn Ranger for quite some time Bob. It looks like you found a nice one to work with.   It's in pretty good shape.

[rmaynard 16,341]

It has been repainted, and still has a lot of pretty deep rust pits in the grill and the seat pan. It's going to take a lot of work to bring this one up to my standards unless I happen to find a nice grill and other parts at the WHCC show next month. Also, I'm not sure of the availability of engine parts for an H60.

[Ken B 3,189]

The little fella looks pretty clean Bob. It seems the Lawn Rangers have been getting a little more popular these days. C'mon, what is cooler than a tractor that is called "Lawn Ranger"? I often wish I still had mine.

[Jake Kuhn 1,579]

That looks like a pretty good start to a restoration.   I need to get working on my ranger again that is almost done, but the farm is starting to take my spare time.

[buckrancher 2,694]

looks good Bob I may have a seat pan and other parts if you need them

 

Brian

[rmaynard 16,341]

looks good Bob I may have a seat pan and other parts if you need them

 

Brian

As soon as I get a break from work and of course the 701, I will start to inventory what is needed. I will let you know. Thanks!

[fireman 1,022]

That's a nice clean little horse there Bob!

[KyBlue 655]

That's a keeper for sure!! What a Find!

[Parrothead Al 17]

I would like to see something like that wonder into my yard! That is nice.

[thirdjoker 11]

nice find. I'd would love to let that mosey into my yard. Looks like its in great shape.

[shallowwatersailor 3,214]

Perfect for the grandchildren!