reap6 2 #1 Posted September 2, 2014 Just brought home my grandfather's 1963 wheelhouse tractor that has been stored outside under tarps for the last 12 years since he passed. It's in remarkable condition considering. Any suggestions for getting it going. .should I replace the engine or just try to get it going? If I can figure out how to post a pic I will..has the trailer..rotatiller and plow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #2 Posted September 2, 2014 Not sure what engine you have, but I would try to get it up and running if possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WH nut 553 #4 Posted September 2, 2014 Check the oil, put some gas in it to see if she will run. Evaluate after that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,828 #5 Posted September 2, 2014 For sure...save the engine. If it is not locked up, you can get it running. To post pictures, click on the (more reply options) box beside the (post) box below. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AJ_Thanatos 516 #6 Posted September 2, 2014 Welcome to !!! Can't wait to see pictures of this! And congratulations Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #7 Posted September 2, 2014 Congrats on the Horse and Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reap6 2 #8 Posted September 2, 2014 Thanks everyone..Pics over 1 meg..will post when I figure out how to make smaller.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #9 Posted September 2, 2014 Looking forward to pictures. This is my favorite image re-size tool, been using it for years. Fairly easy to learn how to use, and I think it's still a free download. http://www.irfanview.com/ Otherwise you can use an outside photo hosting site like http://www.photobucket.com After you upload your pics, copy the IMG code and paste directly into your post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,295 #10 Posted September 2, 2014 Easier yet, become a supporter. I agree with the others. Save the engine. With the tractor in 'remarkable condition' it's likely the engine was cared for as well. Looking forward to pictures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,769 #11 Posted September 3, 2014 Great to have a grandson interested in Grandpa's . One method I have used to reduce the size of a photo is to open it in "Paint Brush" then go to "Image", select "Stretch/Skew" and resize it to 50% in both directions, save the results as a new photo and then upload it by using the "More Reply Options" on this page. You may need to clean the carburetor and put in a new spark plug but these old engines are nearly indestructible, if it has compression and spark it will run! Good luck and Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reap6 2 #12 Posted September 3, 2014 Thanks for the help everyone. Remarkable wasn't a great choice of words although it is to me. I thought it was going to be dust. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #13 Posted September 3, 2014 Very nice... but it's not a 1963. Looks like a 1961 Suburban 401 to me. Nice couple attachments and accessories too... LTD-244 dump cart, RMR-3261 deck, wheel weights.... be on the lookout for the 42" snow blade that goes with that bracket that's on the front, and the small belt guard for the deck belt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reap6 2 #14 Posted September 3, 2014 Thanks for clarification. I have the plow and tiller. .just didn't make it into the pic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #15 Posted September 3, 2014 Tiller? You have to post that picture! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #16 Posted September 3, 2014 What a little gold nugget , don't even consider repainting it , change that wheel barrow tire on the front , beautiful little machine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #17 Posted September 3, 2014 Tiller or bottom plow?? nice set up you have there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reap6 2 #18 Posted September 3, 2014 Thanks..Both plow and tiller. Will post pics today. Was thinking about trying to use chemical to take some rust off then clear coat it so it doesn't rust more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #19 Posted September 3, 2014 That is sweet!!!! And a hearty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reap6 2 #20 Posted September 5, 2014 The tiller..in all its rusted glory..snow chains behind it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #21 Posted September 5, 2014 The tiller..in all its rusted glory. Thanks for the pic. Not what I was expecting. That's more commonly referred to as a moldboard plow. ( a tiller is usually a roto-tiller attachment) Not sure if you'll be able to use that for your tractor though, it looks more to me like it might be from a walk-behind tractor? Is there some kind of adapter on the tractor to fit it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,231 #22 Posted September 5, 2014 I would not use a chemical to clean it up. You will be surprised how nice it will look with just a little elbow grease. We just did a thread on this...I'll see if I can find it and post the link. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AJ_Thanatos 516 #23 Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) Personally I have fallen in Love with the Horse in their "work clothes" I wouldn't do to much except knock some of the surface rust off. That is what Im doing with my 74 C-100 and love the way she looks.. I'll post the link. Once I find it. Edited September 5, 2014 by Thanatos Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #24 Posted September 5, 2014 Knock down the rust first, then give the tins an oil bath. 53 year old patina is hard to come by. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne 28 #25 Posted September 5, 2014 Looks to be in really good condition, a little patina never hurt anyting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites