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Ok, I got a jungle site kit from your link and installed it. The fit was pretty awful but once all closed up it does pump pretty strong. I'll install it once the paint dries. Once completed, I can finally test run the rebuilt K161. Fingers crossed, prayers sent. And though I am definitely NOT a purist (got nothing against it, but nothing down here isn't butchered), I am happy with this particular machine being at least close to what it should be. I'll save the electric for the Vanguard that goes on the black hood...
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I’ve had my 315 8 from new in 2005 - aside from a few very minor hiccups it’s been a very reliable ( still is ) tractor .
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Please do, I’d be glad to help.
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Thanks! Will do. I'll probably catch up with you over the weekend.
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I have this very thing. I was diagnosed in 2006 with an prolactinoma and have been on medicine ever since. My tumor had grown so big it was pressing on my optic nerves making my peripheral vision go away, that’s what led me to go to the Dr. I have had good success utilizing my medicine and testosterone replacement therapy. I had to give the medicine a try first, then they checked my prolactin levels and they had dropped significantly. If they hadn’t, would have had to gone the surgery route. Thank the lord I didn’t. I’ll be glad to talk to you about my experiences. If you want to PM me your number or I’ll send you mine.
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Yes sir, he’s learning to mow on this one. He absolutely loves it!
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Bringing this thread back from the dead with Throwback Thursday! Here is another Horse Tale from way back in my cranium. Mind you I was only with WH for a couple of years. I was hired as parts/service rep. for the South Central U.S. of A. Wheel Horse probably had around 6-8 parts and service/parts reps at the time. Sales was another facet onto it's own. A very key time for Toro and WH as big changes were coming and everyone at South Bend was holding their breath! I came on board in late 1989 but 1990 was my first full year with the "Horse" and the learning curve was steep. The WH service team at South Bend pretty much bled Wheel Horse red and some of them reminded me of guys right out of the 1950's. My boss put my up in a hotel and had me spend a couple of weeks in the WH shop tearing apart and putting together units down to the spindle bearings and 8 speed gears. Then I went on the road with other more experienced reps to do service schools and get their input on the job. I taught service schools in the winter, hit the big lawn and garden show in the spring and kept dealers up to date on parts/service the rest of the time. I drove a new Chevy Astro van filled with blades, belts, manuals and microfiche. Even had one of those fancy new fangled mobile phones. Being fresh out of college the traveling road thing was fun...for awhile. The team at South Bend would send updates, quality reports and boxes of parts to my PO Box address weekly. I would get updates on problems (Quality Control), what the plan was and any "factory running changes" to correct the problems. WH was a one step distributing; direct to dealers and I had a one-on-one relationship with WH dealers. I'd go into a dealership, grab the service tech and start cramming with info and updates. Once and a while I'd get called on the Hot Line about a customer or unit that a dealer was having problems with. Those were usually a good learning experience for everyone. The WH policy was to have the dealer supply the tech/tools and I supply the proper procedure. Sometimes I would get a experienced tech and sometimes not. At first I dreaded these calls but after a short time I looked forward to them. I viewed them as a challenge, with the end goal of everybody winning. Whenever a dealer or customer said thanks, I would hand them my bosses biz card and say if you want to thank me, call or write my boss and tell him. 1990 was a good year for me.
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For those there on Saturday
wallfish replied to nylyon-(Admin)'s topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
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I figured what the heck and tested a Snow King using a direct 12v hit via jumper cables when I had the wiring exposed. Yep.
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Like many here, I learned this lesson the hard way. After that, I test the electricals as I go with assembly and, again like others, I've become a fan of direct-wired grounds for many circuits.
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I “mulched” a 4ft tall back yard for a relative with my 401 after knocking it down with the 36” Jari sickle bar. Not recommended.
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rmaynard replied to nylyon-(Admin)'s topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
The problem with the group photo is that people who are selling stuff can't get away. Others never hear the announcement. Others forget. As someone said, it's like herding cats. I did it for several years, and was happy to do so, but it's a job for the younger generation. I will be happy to have my big red canopy be the gathering area. And as far as "Caption This", here is my take. "Hurry up and get in line, my bladder is going to explode". -
That’s good to know. Wasn’t to sure of the life expectancy on it but was going off how many hours we get out of our Toro equipment at work. I’ve spent 24 years at the same golf course in the turf industry. We’ve used nothing but Toro equipment and had exceptional service out of them. I know wheel horse was a totally different animal but wasn’t uncommon for us to get 3-4 thousand hours out of Kohler stuff. It was kind of an impulse purchase, but I knew I wanted one and it seems to be relatively well taken care of.
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Keep it serviced and you should be about half way to the first rebuild on the engine.
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953 nut replied to nylyon-(Admin)'s topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Multiple photographers is nothin new for this group. -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Rj original hood weight with hardware not a repop . $350 (860) 681-3610 -
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whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
New old stock cleaves hitch part # 8-5515 complete with rockshaft & hardware . $175 (860) 681-3610 -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Kohler k91 runs great . Light puff on fast rev up and clears out . $250 (860) 681-3610 IMG_9430.mov -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Nos 300/400 series oem seat . Light cracking on right side (pictured ) . Proper bolt pattern . $125 (860) 681-3610 -
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whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
520-H hood in very nice shape one small paint blemish on top of hood (pictured ) $250 (860) 681-3610 -
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adsm08 replied to 953 nut's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Nuthin' doin'. I'm gonna wear my WH polo. Although it was big on my last year, and I've lost 15 lbs since then. -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
whtractors24 replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
New RJ fiberglass hood that has tank straps . $300 can be brought to show . (860) 681-3610 -
Next generation to keep ‘em going
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953 nut replied to 953 nut's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
If you want to show up Au Natural please don't stand in the front row. -
I sure do appreciate the offer! I doubt I’d ever fool with hooking it up. Kind of glad mine didn’t come with one, I’d be scared to death if I could actually know the hours on it LOL. My 314-8 has around 1100 hours on it, that worries me enough. Although it doesn’t smoke at all and still seems to have good power.
