1257 Steering Wheel Replacement options

[Ford120 0]

I recently acquired a 1967 1257 with a steering wheel that is broken at both spokes.  As usual, it was "fixed" with wire and electrical tape.  I know that the same two-spoke wheel was used by Jacobsen on its own-braded tractors as well as the ones it produced for Ford and Minneapolis-Moline.  Ariens also used this same wheel on some of its models.  While trying to locate a good, used wheel, I stumbled across something else that might work: the Farmall Cub had a steering wheel that was 15 inches in diameter and mounted on a 3/4" keyed, shaft.  All of that matches the WH wheel.  Does anyone know if a Cub wheel can be used on these tractors?  Or does anyone know where a good, used wheel might be hiding?  Thank you. 

[ebinmaine 62,961]

 

Not sure about the options you've listed but I like the logic...

15" wheel would be nice for added leverage.

 

If you're not too concerned about being exactly original then many Wheelhorse steering wheels should work.

 

Lincoln at A to Z tractor in PA might have one.

Or, throw an ad in our wanted section once usable alternatives have been found.

 

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,480]

The original wheel for the 1257 was part number 4875

Garry

[Lee1977 6,211]

AGRI Supply has a 14 3/4" Cub. steering wheel with a 3/4"keyed mount for $19.95 + shipping.

Edited June 27, 2020 by Lee1977

[johnnymag3 2,437]

6 hours ago, ebinmaine said:

 

Not sure about the options you've listed but I like the logic...

15" wheel would be nice for added leverage.

 

If you're not too concerned about being exactly original then many Wheelhorse steering wheels should work.

 

Lincoln at A to Z tractor in PA might have one.

Or, throw an ad in our wanted section once usable alternatives have been found.

 

Eric, Ive been searching for one of these, and I dont think any exist... Time seems to have run out on these steering wheels....😒

[johnnymag3 2,437]

If you find a look alike, maybe the center cap can be used, or a decal installed ? Not sure if a Repro has been made or not

 

Good Luck, I will follow this to see if you found one...GOOD LUCK and Welcome