Will N 10 #1 Posted March 31, 2019 I ran across this one a couple of days ago and got it for $100, trying to start a restoration on it but have no idea about what year or model it is. Any help would be greatly appreciated 2 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 66,491 #2 Posted March 31, 2019 @Will N, to I believe that would be a ‘62 or ‘63, but still have a lot to learn about identifying them all. Is there a shift pattern decal under the dash? It would have the model or serial number to pinpoint exactly what you have. I think the front axle tells me it’s a ‘63.... I think! Either way, I like it and for $100 you got a great deal! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 28,284 #3 Posted March 31, 2019 (edited) You came to the right place! The experts will be along shortly to give you the details of what you've got there... But in the meantime - for $100 ... In my book - You done good! Oh - And they're gonna want a lot more pictures...(so do I). @pullstart beat me to it by a second! Edited March 31, 2019 by SylvanLakeWH 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 66,491 #4 Posted March 31, 2019 By the way, feel free to tell us about that pickup in the background! 5 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will N 10 #5 Posted March 31, 2019 I know this isn’t the original engine either, the guy I bought it from hasn’t cranked it in 17 years. The truck in the first pic I believe is a 51 or 52 Chevy complete restore. Just behind the door behind that truck is a 53 Chevy restored 5 window. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 66,491 #6 Posted March 31, 2019 Ok, looking back in my 502 refresh post, it looks like the groove cast in the axle makes it a ‘62? So, 502, 702, possibly it was a 552 if it previously had electric start? The blue engine tells me it was a Kohler replacement engine at some point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 66,491 #7 Posted March 31, 2019 1 minute ago, Will N said: I know this isn’t the original engine either, the guy I bought it from hasn’t cranked it in 17 years. The truck in the first pic I believe is a 51 or 52 Chevy complete restore. Just behind the door behind that truck is a 53 Chevy restored 5 window. Did it come with a belt guard? Without it, the belt will continue spinning when you press the clutch, potential to grind gears in the transmission. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will N 10 #9 Posted March 31, 2019 4 minutes ago, pullstart said: Did it come with a belt guard? Without it, the belt will continue spinning when you press the clutch, potential to grind gears in the transmission. No belt guard and this is why the previous owner would not let his kids ride it so he just pushed it over in a corner. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will N 10 #10 Posted March 31, 2019 After looking at several pictures it kind of looks like a 854. Thoughts ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,339 #11 Posted March 31, 2019 (edited) Excellent find !! I probably couldn’t have got 100 out of my billfold fast enough! enjoy that wonderful piece of American Quality!!! to this is our second home!! And is that a 46 in the background? Edited March 31, 2019 by The Tool Crib Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shynon 7,479 #13 Posted March 31, 2019 502 with wrong motor should be a lauson 5 1/2hp pull start engine 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,226 #14 Posted March 31, 2019 The switch on the tank makes it a recoil start only tractor...for a best guess, I’m with Shynon ...502 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 59,699 #15 Posted March 31, 2019 7 hours ago, Will N said: The truck in the first pic I believe is a 51 or 52 Chevy complete restore. That would be a '46 or '47 Chevy pick up. I drove one like it in high school. As questions come up on your you will get lots of answers here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 28,284 #16 Posted March 31, 2019 46 minutes ago, 953 nut said: That would be a '46 or '47 Chevy pick up. I drove one like it in high school. As questions come up on your you will get lots of answers here. And sometimes those answers will even be about your Wheel Horse and remotely related to your original question!!! 1 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,910 #17 Posted March 31, 2019 I'm liking the 502 answers. The only 63's that had that front axle were the lawn Rangers and 603 and it's not any of those. Nice find. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 12,150 #18 Posted March 31, 2019 9 hours ago, Will N said: After looking at several pictures it kind of looks like a 854. Thoughts ? An 854 would have the 2 piece tank for one thing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,383 #19 Posted March 31, 2019 The On/Off switch in the center of the dash plate was only used on a few 1962 and 1963 Wheel Horse tractors. I know 633 had that dash and switch. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,488 #20 Posted March 31, 2019 Welcome to Red Square Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,274 #21 Posted March 31, 2019 It is definitely a 1962...and it is either a 552 or a 702. The pull start 502 came with the round seat. The electric start 552 and 702 came with the square seat. The 1962s did not have the star wheel adjuster for the lift. 1963's had the star wheel. (I know anyone can add or take one off). That washer switch just doesn't look right there for some reason, especially with the hole for the start button below on the tower. An amp meter should be where that switch is. Even that original sticker says to "Depress" the button when starting...not throw a switch. I am going to say it is a 552 (1962) for one more reason. The Kohler K-161 would still be on this horse. Somebody got rid of the Tecumseh. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will N 10 #22 Posted April 2, 2019 Ok guys I’ve read these things originally came with a tecumseh engine but mine has a Kohler k161 series on it now. Well today I ran across this and it has a tecumseh 6hp engine on it. Yes, it was free !!!! Both engines I currently have are going to have to be rebuilt. Thoughts on which one to go with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,031 #23 Posted April 2, 2019 IMO the Kohler is the better engine and a no brainer unless you are going for a factory restore.. Nothing wrong with a pull start only Kohler as you don't have to mess around with any electrical stuff. Especially if you're going with a rebuild since a proper engine will fire right up. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 59,699 #24 Posted April 2, 2019 Parts availability and cost are both advantages of sticking with the Kohler, You could add a Starter/Generator unit and have electric start too. I see the battery box is already there. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,625 #25 Posted April 2, 2019 (edited) The crankshaft on the techy may not be the correct length and it will have the second drive running off the cam shaft which will stick out and be spinning all the time. Edited April 2, 2019 by pfrederi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites