Rayrich53 2 #1 Posted January 15, 2018 I picked up my first wheel horse today and need some help. Where should I look for the id tag? I can get pictures of it tomorrow when I go back to the farm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 753 #2 Posted January 15, 2018 (edited) Welcome to the forum! ... on the 300 400 500 series, look below the seat. Can you give any more information? For example; does it say 312-8, 416H or something like that on the hood decal? And we all Love pictures here! Cory Edited January 15, 2018 by Cee245 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 24,120 #3 Posted January 15, 2018 Pics will be most useful! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #5 Posted January 15, 2018 @Rayrich53 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,546 #6 Posted January 15, 2018 If it is an older model the serial numbers will be below the dash. Looking forward to pictures. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,632 #7 Posted January 16, 2018 Once we see a picture we can let you know where to look for model number, they have moved around over the years. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDF5G 2,051 #8 Posted January 16, 2018 18 hours ago, 953 nut said: Once we see a picture we can let you know where to look for model number, they have moved around over the years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 516 #9 Posted January 16, 2018 (edited) TO Depending on the year; most WH ID tags are on the steering tower. Look around! Some later models are around seat area. ...Don't be surprised that some previous owners mix things up and add or subtract parts for their needs . Here on Redsquare, most of us have been around awhile to know and help you out! Edited January 16, 2018 by JimmyJam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayrich53 2 #10 Posted January 16, 2018 Here's a few pics 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,146 #11 Posted January 16, 2018 The engine has the breakerless ignition used on Chargers and Raiders...since it is a manual thinking Raider ???? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakeshorsetuff 36 #12 Posted January 17, 2018 (edited) Check under the dash thats were they are on chargers.Looks like a charger/raider but could be an 857.If you can take a pic of the ID on the blower housing of the engine I could maybe give you the year of the engine. Edited January 17, 2018 by Jakeshorsetuff 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,981 #13 Posted January 17, 2018 Hood may not be original. Emblem is on backwards... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakeshorsetuff 36 #14 Posted January 17, 2018 I did see that and I don't no why the previous owner put the hood ornament on backwards?If you look at the first picture of the stick shifts it looks like some one put a hook on one of the shifters to keep it from slipping out, it's not a real concern right now though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rayrich53 2 #15 Posted January 17, 2018 I took it on a debt that was owed to me by a coworker, I think he might have tried his hand at mower pulling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,632 #16 Posted January 17, 2018 I'm thinking a 1973, perhaps 12 HP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakeshorsetuff 36 #17 Posted January 17, 2018 I’m thinking it is a 12hp or 14HP and hood is definitely not original.It’s not a 857 because the pto setup does not match a 857 but what it does match is a raider.The pto does match a charger but a charger is an automatic and this one is a six speed I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,632 #18 Posted January 17, 2018 8 minutes ago, Jakeshorsetuff said: I’m thinking it is a 12hp or 14HP and hood is definitely not original.It’s not a 857 because the pto setup does not match a 857 but what it does match is a raider.The pto does match a charger but a charger is an automatic and this one is a six speed I think. Take a look at the dash and the throttle/choke levers, 1972 or newer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,981 #19 Posted January 17, 2018 Look at the front of the hood (grill).. Earlier than '72... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 516 #20 Posted January 17, 2018 Looks to me a 10-12hp. Kohler. Probably The "No-Name" series in the early 1970's with a 8-spd transmission. ???? ID tag would be on steering tower. Engine ID would be on the backside of flywheel shroud. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites