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Porangi

Evening all,

 

As the title suggests I'm interested in knowing what model this tractor is.  

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I have an idea but am seeking confirmation.   Is it a good buy?    The seller says:

 

Welcome to our Auction of a 

Vintage Wheel Horse ??? . (Re-listed due to idiots who make bogus bids 😡)

This is the model that every one wants but no one can seem to get ! 

 

The Wheel Horse ??? was working the last time it was used. But unfortunately it has lost its drive belt and it will need a fresh battery ! 

So is being sold a seen ! 

All four wheels are in great condition.

 

This is a collectible item but will need restoration, a great project for an enthusiast 

Thanks in advance of all your ideas.

Chris

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N3PUY

Looks like maybe an 8HP.  $50-$100   Not everyone wants that model .... I don't!

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Porangi
7 minutes ago, N3PUY said:

Looks like maybe an 8HP.  $50-$100   Not everyone wants that model .... I don't!

 

8hp?  Can you expand?    Why would you not want one?   I'm UK based if it changes things!

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Blasterdad

Looks like a 70's C or B series, can't really tell from the photo, + someone destroyed it with black spray paint.

It's nothing "special" but it's a good tractor none the less.

I would give it some love...

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Porangi

Thanks guys.    Here is a couple more photos in case it helps identification.

 

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WHX??

Motor looks to be "squarish" meaning someone might have put a Command in it & that rules out 8 HP. Hard to tell with the pictures given. Definitely  not the original motor. Any side shots of the motor?

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Porangi

 

Thanks WHX9!

 

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C-121uk

It definitely looks like an 8hp but not the original, looks like it could be a commando 800 or an 800 special but it seems there is a few parts missing.

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N3PUY
1 hour ago, Porangi said:

 

8hp?  Can you expand?    Why would you not want one?   I'm UK based if it changes things!

It has a small flywheel like a Kohler 8HP.

But that muffler ... Briggs or Tecumseh.

And it is on a riser plate.

I don't want "that" one ...... I've got one!

Something broken on the PTO loop.

Bracket for the missing PTO brake looks kinda high.

One shift lever.... no low range.  Like a Commando 800.

I would buy it but not for more than $100.

 

Does this look like it?

 

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wildman

Appears to have a magnum engine

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Elkskin's mower junkyard

it does look like a magnum engine.  that culd be a commando or the unmark 8hp model like my dads. my dads had no 3rd gear so out came the 3 speed and in with a 8 speed lol.

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Porangi

Thanks guys.

 

They claim its a 800 but don't say which version.   Its currently on at £170 uk - which is cheap for what they go for here.

 

 

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Elkskin's mower junkyard
37 minutes ago, Porangi said:

Thanks guys.

 

They claim its a 800 but don't say which version.   Its currently on at £170 uk - which is cheap for what they go for here.

 

 

if its cheap then grab it lol

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953 nut

We tend to be a bit spoiled in the states because :wh: are so available here, hope you get it.   :text-bravo:

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Blasterdad

It appears to be missing the lift lever, any better pics of the left side of it, left side of motor also...?

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Digger 66
3 hours ago, Porangi said:

 

 Why would you not want one?

 

I like it !

She's a little ugly-duckling .

I have a real soft spot for those .....

Mine was an hideous / buck-toothed mess when I brought her home .

 

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N3PUY
3 hours ago, Porangi said:

The Wheel Horse ??? was working the last time it was used. But unfortunately it has lost its drive belt

Yeah ... right!   The belt just disappeared. :eusa-think:

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WHX??

What you sayin Digger that's a diamond in the rough! Even got a show saddle blanket!

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