Neil chapman 8 #1 Posted November 13, 2019 Hey guys new to the site, I’m trying to restore a wheel horse that was my father in laws for my wife. It looks to be a early 1960’s serial number 56108 without a motor it does have dual rear wheels and the deck measures 36inch wide deck from outside to outside I will put pictures on soon. Thanks for any help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 10,782 #2 Posted November 13, 2019 You've come to the right place for lots of friendly Wheelhorse help. Pictures will help us identify it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #4 Posted November 13, 2019 I believe it’s a 633 but the duel wheels have me confused. The motor my father in law put is does not fit, so I’m looking for a replacement that would fit. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stepney 2,354 #5 Posted November 13, 2019 I do believe that is a Model 701? Closed grille. I think only the 701 looked that way. The 633 has a slotted front grille. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #6 Posted November 13, 2019 Was the dual rear wheel a option on most any tractor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,015 #7 Posted November 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, Neil chapman said: Was the dual rear wheel a option on most any tractor? Owner installed option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,015 #8 Posted November 13, 2019 By the way... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 67,084 #9 Posted November 13, 2019 @Neil chapman! I believe @Stepney is correct on it being a ‘61 model. That front axle is 61/62 and my 502 is a slotted grille hood. Any small block K series Kohler should fit just fine in there! Here’s a couple round hoods from my stable, for some inspiration! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #10 Posted November 13, 2019 Very nice It looks like it was originally a electric start, but he no longer as the dash for it which is probably why he put a recoil start in Definitely got some stuff to look up. Thanks for all your help. If this goes well I just picked up a 500 special from my grandfathers place who recently passed that I would like to restore also. Thanks again 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,244 #11 Posted November 13, 2019 I'm also going with model 701. The steering in 62 started using 2 tie rods, one to each wheel. Notice the 1961 steering. Original engine would've been a K161 7hp Kohler. Electric start with a starter/generator. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #12 Posted November 13, 2019 Thanks so much. Glad I found the site Very helpful 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,527 #13 Posted November 13, 2019 Welcome to the forum. Click on the pictures Not necessarily the deck you have but the one supplied in 1961 for the model 701. Garry 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ol550 830 #14 Posted November 14, 2019 701 Looks like it has a fender brace and the wide steering fan gear. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #15 Posted November 14, 2019 it's s 701 as said, missing a few parts, the foot pedals have been changed. looks like good one to redo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #16 Posted November 14, 2019 Looks like I might be getting into a bigger project then I thought. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,377 #17 Posted November 14, 2019 One more vote for 701. It was the first front engine and a big step forward in the garden tractor industry. These brochures should prove to be interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #18 Posted November 14, 2019 that’s great thanks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #19 Posted November 14, 2019 here is my basically original stock 701, if you need any reference photos or have questions please ask, good luck with your restoration 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #20 Posted November 14, 2019 It looks like someone welded a extension to the back for a battery but I could be mistaken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,244 #21 Posted November 14, 2019 (edited) 32 minutes ago, Neil chapman said: It looks like someone welded a extension to the back for a battery but I could be mistaken Yeah, they needed room for a battery. The engine in it takes up the room for the original battery tray. It's only a "bigger project" if you are going full on factory correct. Get a K181 S/G engine and you'll be fine. A more modern gear drive starter and you will have the same problem with battery location but the bracket is already on there if you go that route Edited November 14, 2019 by wallfish Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #22 Posted November 14, 2019 ok I’m just trying to get it working right now and would like to completely restore it next yr as I’m also working on a furguson to 30 tractor that was his. I will look into that as soon as possible thanks again Luckily my other wheel horse 500 special has all parts and has not been messed with 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 28,619 #23 Posted November 14, 2019 Welcome!!! love the dually’s! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil chapman 8 #24 Posted November 14, 2019 Thanks. It definitely gives it a different look Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 9,212 #25 Posted November 14, 2019 4 hours ago, Neil chapman said: It looks like someone welded a extension to the back for a battery but I could be mistaken Firstly Welcome to , nice machine btw. Put the battery in the Back makes sometimes sense to get more weight on Reartyres. it can also be a simple counterweight hintch, if Engine don‘t needs a battery, or maybe a possibility for a toolbox, i think just PO can answer that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
