Jake Wilkerson 38 #1 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) I had a 73 no name for the majority of my childhood. We unfortunately had to get rid of it when I was 13 when we moved to Louisiana. I've missed it and have wanted one ever since. Well I finally got my chance. She's not much of a looker but she's all there and it was owned by a family friend. These things aren't too common I've found in the Deep South so I'll be traveling to Kentucky soon to pick it up. I look forward to interacting with you fellas and can't wait to get started resto-modding my new Wheel Horse! Jake Posting pictures seems to be a chore from a phone. I'll have them uploaded to Photobucket in a minute. Edited February 21, 2015 by asleepz 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,410 #3 Posted February 21, 2015 Welcome to Redsquare Jake, no need to upload your pics from photo bucket, you can upload direct from your desktop or library from your computer. The kid on the tractor, is that you ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Wilkerson 38 #4 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Yep that's me! That mowing deck was scratch built by my father out of 3/8" plate. Edited February 21, 2015 by asleepz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #5 Posted February 21, 2015 Hey Jake,,,,wellcome to red square. Feels good finding that doesnt it. Thanks for the pics and sharing your story. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cruisnblue48 856 #6 Posted February 21, 2015 Welcome to RedSquare, Jake! Looks like you found a nice project to work with there. Any questions you have about restoring your '73, you will find many members here who can offer helpful advice. Love your kid pic. Have fun with your new horse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,889 #7 Posted February 21, 2015 Welcome to nice horse you have there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,191 #8 Posted February 21, 2015 Welcome and glad to see you found the Machine you wanted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #9 Posted February 21, 2015 Glad you found us and joined the club! Thanks for the photos. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 59,844 #10 Posted February 21, 2015 Good story, love to hear of childhood memories relived through . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,579 #11 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) dad bought a 73 12 auto brand new when i was a kid. we went from dad threatening to kill us to get the yard mowed with the old push mower to me and my brother fighting over who would mow the yard. me and that old 12 went through a lot together or maybe i should say i put that old 12 through a lot of h.ll. i've been looking for the right one for quite a few years now. i have one that the motor smokes pretty bad the sheet metal is pitted bad, so i'm looking for one that's in better shape to start on and i know that sooner or later one will come along. good luck and keep posting updates as you progress and welcome to eric j Edited February 21, 2015 by ericj Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,192 #12 Posted February 21, 2015 and nice story Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 41,843 #13 Posted February 21, 2015 Jake. My first tractor was a C -120 auto, and it is still my favorite. The li'l Tecky has never failed to start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Wilkerson 38 #14 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) Yeah our old one went through hell too. I'd let it idle for hours, pulled a 33' double axle hay trailer with it a few times. I'd take it into town and go to the store with it. It was like my car before I was old enough to drive. Edited February 21, 2015 by asleepz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parsonsponyz 200 #15 Posted February 22, 2015 Welcome to Red Square and looks like you have a good start there. Nice to hear you have such fond memories. For me the stories are the best part. There are a lot of resources on the site, have fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,532 #16 Posted February 22, 2015 Hello Jake and Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
