DwellingBoar 0 #1 Posted February 10, 2009 Hello all, I'm new to here. So i don't know quite what to say, so here goes. I'm from BC Canada, and on Saturday i got myself a 1973 Wheel Horse 12 Automatic. I like it, just working on it so that it'll start up. At first it wasn't getting spark, we got it figured out, it was the points. So yeah, i didn't know where the points were so i took all the shrouds off, and i didn't need to . But anyways, I'm glad i can be here. Can't wait to get it running. Oh by the way, does anyone know where the release valve is for the transmission, so i can push it around with out popping a hernia? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #2 Posted February 10, 2009 DwellingBoar ..... The tow valve should be straight back from your left leg as you sit on the tractor. If you follow the brake rod back along the fender you should see it just above the brake itself. They are not in the greatest spot to get to......a long flat blade screwdriver works best. Atleast thats how the 73 Auto's I've had were set up. Other Sunstrand hydro's you just lift the rear fender & have a T handle faceing up you turn to release. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DwellingBoar 0 #3 Posted February 10, 2009 :whistle: Thanks. That will help a lot, thank you very much. As i can see you guys are very knowledgeable. I can't wait to get it running, man it's a heavy sucker. When i got, me and my dad we're going to try to lift it in the back of his truck. He could lift his side, but it was so darn heavy i couldn't get my side up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #4 Posted February 10, 2009 DB your still green....wait till you find one that has to be pushed 50 yards to your trailer with loaded tires, wheel weights, & a stuck transmission. Enjoy the site & explore it.......at the top of the page is a search feature that will lead you to a lot of good info, but can be a little tricky to use. Again welcome to RS & don't be afraid to ask questions. :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TJ 184 #5 Posted February 10, 2009 :thumbs: :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nwpahorseman 0 #7 Posted February 10, 2009 :whistle: when will you be buying your next horse? :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #8 Posted February 10, 2009 :thumbs: Its an Addiction... Hello My Name is Scott and im a Addict! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pond195520032003 27 #9 Posted February 11, 2009 :whistle: DB, glad you found us when you get a chance :whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BPjunk 184 #10 Posted February 11, 2009 The only time I heard the name Wheel Horse spoken up in British Columbia was at the Butchart Gardens just north of Victoria. Are you near Vancover? Take a look to see if there is still any Wheel Horse dealers in your area. And Welcome to Red Square Wild Bill in Richmond, Va. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teddy da Bear 11 #11 Posted February 11, 2009 :whistle: Glad you found us! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #12 Posted February 11, 2009 Hi, DB, and ! Glad to have another neighbor from up north among us! Post often and around here, !!! Duff :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bell 11 #13 Posted February 11, 2009 hello there, :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b-80boz 0 #14 Posted February 11, 2009 :thumbs: from a fellow newbie my first one actually ran it was the second one I took everything apart to get it going dont worry they go back together pretty easy they are very nice to work on just because of there design. :horseplay: :banana: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #15 Posted February 11, 2009 I'd like to add my and give you a little reading to help you with your tractor. Your 1973 12 Automatic is either model number 1-0460 or 1-0465 depending on what model Sunstrand transmission it has. To see a parts breakdown, what attachments were available, and what features your tractor has go here and enter either model number: https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/index.cfm?xCaller=Toro If you want to order a manual plus download several free ones including a transmission manual go here and enter your model number and "none" for serial number: https://lookup3.toro.com/request/request.cfm Here's the Kohler engine service manual: http://www.kohlerengines.com/common/resources/tp_2379.pdf That should get you started. Anything else just holler........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DwellingBoar 0 #16 Posted February 11, 2009 Sweet. All that info should definitely help. Wow i feel really welcomed here, i can tell you guys are all a nice bunch. So many questions to answer. lol Well i would like to get more of them, once i get this one running, l will probably want more. I'll try and get pictures once it's running. And yeah I'm near Vancouver, I actually live in Port Alberni which is on Vancouver Island, it's about an hours drive away from Nanaimo, and then Vancouver is a 2 hour ferry ride away. And then Victoria is 2 hours and 45 minutes away or so, from Port. Actually we might be getting the WH started tonight, managed to get the points i was looking for at a small engine repair guy in town here, he specializes in small engines and lawn equipment and stuff like that. I'm pretty excited. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
williambogner 0 #17 Posted February 11, 2009 :thumbs: Dwellingboar, i just picked up an auto 12 about 3 weeks ago as well. Its already stripped down to get restored. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electro12WH 50 #18 Posted February 11, 2009 Glad your here, DB! That's got to be a real nice tractor. The 12 horse Kohler is real popular and the hydro works nice for mowing. Parts are still pretty available online and from ebay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
