fritz 1 #1 Posted December 6, 2008 where can i get akey for an 857??? i think it is the same as my 1076 but i have 2 keys for 2 1076. but i need to find another key for my 857?? even tho i dont have it running yet i still would like to finda key?? do all the generator starters have a big old fashion key?? thank you all. devin (fritz) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #2 Posted December 7, 2008 I'm not sure what style key you need Devin. Here's a link to some threads about the split style key for early '60's tractors: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?...ic=4526&hl=keys http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?...opic=4603&st=0& Do the keys you have look like the ones in these threads? If the 1076 key works in the 857, couldnt you go to a locksmith and get it copied? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #3 Posted December 7, 2008 When all else fails, check EBAY! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linen beige 15 #4 Posted December 7, 2008 When all else fails, check EBAY! Who was that masked man!?!?!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian1045 28 #5 Posted December 7, 2008 When all else fails, check EBAY! It lives!!...It lives!! :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catman81056 3 #6 Posted December 7, 2008 Hey TT, glad to see your still kicking Sure not been the same place without you . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BairleaFarm 340 #7 Posted December 7, 2008 The key you posted were they common among other brands or just Wheel Horses? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian1045 28 #8 Posted December 7, 2008 When I lost my last key, I went to the Toro dealer because I wanted to replace the switch as well. The new switch came with 2 keys just like the one that I lost, which was an original Wheel Horse/Toro key. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rustyoldjunk 127 #9 Posted December 7, 2008 good to see ya here TT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fritz 1 #10 Posted December 8, 2008 my freind says there were used in old bull dozers and stuff?? the are like really big compared to normal keys?? but i dont know. i saw them at tractor supply co but they were only in an ignition pacage for 38 dollars. :hide: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #11 Posted December 8, 2008 I guess I have to tell you to click the word "EBAY" in my previous reply. That is a link to keys listed on ebay, and it also has the Stens and MTD part numbers in the listing if you want to get them from somewhere else. (like your local small engine repair shop or dealer) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eriks Red horse herd 120 #12 Posted December 8, 2008 The old split forked keys were usd by John Deere, Massey Ferguson,ect. I know John Deere used them on several years and models of combines. Theres a Tractor Restoration Parts company up here in michigan called STEINER out Lennon, MI. That has them(keys) in Stock they Run around $3.00 @ pcs. They also have the switch & key combo its a Massy Ferguson Switch not just on and off but has on, off,accs. Costs about $ 24.00 They also have a web site @ www.steinertractor.com . I've used both and are of good Quality the key is a perfect fit to the old OME keys. I hope this helps our members. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
