motor12 367 #1 Posted October 9, 2014 Been looking for a 60s Wheel horse project in Texas. Have not located one yet, so I thought some one here could help. Looked at plenty of other small tractors but holding out for a Wheel horse. Seems like they're all north and east. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,174 #2 Posted October 9, 2014 Maybe try a "wanted" ad here in the classifieds. http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/10-wanted/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catmanii 36 #3 Posted October 9, 2014 Very few around. I'm in East Texas and have two, one came from Tulsa, OK (C-175) and the other from Ohio (C-120). Just get ready for a nice trip and have fun doing it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #4 Posted October 9, 2014 Hello and Good idea there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #5 Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) to Dallas area from time to time has a few show on the Craigs list block. Friend pacer Bill picked up two good ones east and above Dallas, Houston area has some on Craigs list also. South west La, iffy and we almost cleaned out North, La. Lotta good Tex folk on WHRS that might be thinning their stable, so keep an eye on Craigs and here in for sale. If you find one way outa reach the Fastenal Co. has very reasonable rates and from time to time you can find a traveler willing to lend a hand. . You might also be interested in East Texas Tractor Show in April..Canton Texas, sure would like to visit Round Rock if they still have the big show like Canton Edited October 9, 2014 by groundhog47 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #6 Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) Very few around. I'm in East Texas and have two, one came from Tulsa, OK (C-175) and the other from Ohio (C-120). Just get ready for a nice trip and have fun doing it. Gee yur just up the road, passed up a good deal up yur way a bitback and still regret it. From time to time we try to get a group together and turn up a cup if ur interested (pacer, Bill Greenwood, gunny, Dennis Center, specialwheelhorse, Jim The Colony, and groundhog47, Gerry Shreveport). You might also be interested in East Texas Tractor Show in April..Canton Texas Edited October 9, 2014 by groundhog47 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gunny 250 #7 Posted October 9, 2014 Welcome Motor12. Glad to see some more from Texas on here. WH's down this way seem to hide very good! I got lucky over the last couple of years, and all within 50 miles of the house. I will help keep an eye out for any I find. Dennis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 547 #8 Posted October 9, 2014 hi Motor12 - hope you have fun here at RedSquare Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catmanii 36 #9 Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) Gee yur just up the road, passed up a good deal up yur way a bitback and still regret it. From time to time we try to get a group together and turn up a cup if ur interested (pacer, Bill Greenwood, gunny, Dennis Center, specialwheelhorse, Jim The Colony, and groundhog47, Gerry Shreveport). You might also be interested in East Texas Tractor Show in April..Canton Texas Yep, about 10 miles east of Vivian, LA. Right in the middle of the sticks and love it. Just a few miles North of Caddo lake where I take my flat bottom canoe (Cajun Pirogue) and play with the gaters. Try to fish, but it's more fun playing with the critters. I seen the gays listed and know there where some around the Shreveport area. Good to know I'm not the only WH nut close by. Edited October 9, 2014 by Catmanii Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 65,150 #11 Posted October 9, 2014 maybe listen to some Cash for a while and see about building one "one piece at a time" welcome to redsquare! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motor12 367 #12 Posted October 9, 2014 Thanks for the warm welcome guys. I am willing to travel to get a good Wheel Horse. I have a small collection of antique engines, (hit&miss) and attend engine and tractor shows here in Texas. Last week I was at the Temple engine and tractor show and a fellow exhibitor unloaded his early model Wheel Horse and I was smitten. With the cooler months ahead I am ready to dig into a resto project. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catmanii 36 #13 Posted October 9, 2014 If you look hard enough, there are a few around. In the Austin area they are most likely VERY thin. I would think better luck in the DFW area, but best selection in the North East. I just make an enjoyable trip out of it and go get what I want. I actually use the ones I have, but one of these days would like to get one of the older models and do a total restore. Another point is that when you do find one in Texas the asking price is usually high. They are much less expensive up North. Just something to keep in mind. Either way have fun doing it. That's the important part. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
specialwheelhorse 174 #14 Posted October 9, 2014 WELCOME !! I know of three gentlemen in my area with little reds And all those great fellows in the shreveport area. Don't give up they are here. After. Moving here 8 years ago I stumbled on to one about three Blocks from the house while looking for a lost dog down an alley. Then got a nice 702 up near Tulsa . You will find one then some day we can Have a mid south meet and great thing. Jim Rodgers 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motor12 367 #15 Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) I have been looking non stop and guess what, I found one that I can restore. It's a model 854, it runs and is complete. Its in Missouri and I'm heading out early tomorrow morning to pick up this bad boy. I'll post photos when I get it home. Edited October 9, 2014 by motor12 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #16 Posted October 9, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the warm welcome guys. I am willing to travel to get a good Wheel Horse. I have a small collection of antique engines, (hit&miss) and attend engine and tractor shows here in Texas. Last week I was at the Temple engine and tractor show and a fellow exhibitor unloaded his early model Wheel Horse and I was smitten. With the cooler months ahead I am ready to dig into a resto project. Did you get the guys name with WH, mita been specialwheelhorse Jim. Guy on left, by trailer, pacer Bill, center specialwheelhorse Jim and his tractor, and groundhog47 Gerry on right during last EasT Tex tractor show. Bill has a growing herd of heavy duties, Jim has a massive herd, and I have 2 workers and 1 in progress. I for sure will keep you in mind for a prospective buy, and if you want some roller (no engine) to partial roller (front or rear missing) there is a guy in Many that may still have some left. I am sure he still has the early 60's on (all there) but was burned. Also has 1 of the huge walk behind WH tractors with tiller attached. Bill got 4 or 5 there and I got 1 and a 1/4 ton of parts and implements. Edited October 9, 2014 by groundhog47 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
groundhog47 347 #17 Posted October 10, 2014 Been looking for a 60s Wheel horse project in Texas. Have not located one yet, so I thought some one here could help. Looked at plenty of other small tractors but holding out for a Wheel horse. Seems like they're all north and east. Thanks PM sent, look upper right corner, green number in box. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
