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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
702854boy replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
@Achto, could you include the idler pulley and arm thingy with the mower deck as it looks like that is specific to the deck? -
Appreciate any guidance, or feedback: 70's B-80?
Handy Don replied to Buschlight13's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Go big or go home?! In theory, I agree with growing the hole. My issue would be that a handheld drill can wander off the line you intend--especially true when trying to enlarge a hole--especially at the larger sizes. I ruined a perfectly good ½ drill bit when it got stuck and bent sideways trying to enlarge a ⅜” hole. Small steps do not work. Can you drill the existing hole deeper? Last thought for today: ONCE I was able to use a gear puller to remove a pin. I cannot remember for sure but I think it was a 3-jaw and the slot hitch was still in place, I used a clamp to make sure the puller jaws stayed on the edges of the slot hitch. Put tension on it and added a half a turn a day and a tap or two with a hammer. It finally popped. -
Now I understand the yellow wheels. Nice way to tie it together
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Appreciate any guidance, or feedback: 70's B-80?
Buschlight13 replied to Buschlight13's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I tried a few different configurations as I'd thought of this and I definitely don't have a vice to hold it. I attempted to mitigate dissipation as best I could. Used a lot of penetrative oil, heated the outside of the cast iron with a torch for awhile a few times, but didn't get too hot. I'm thinking I just gradually drill bigger and bigger? Guess it can't be stuck if I turn it to dust. -
What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Achto replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I finally decide to take the time to pay attention to this 704 that I bought last fall. First off - pull the rope & see if it runs. Yep that's right, I brought it home, and stuffed it in the shed. Never even tried to see if it ran. Good news, after a bunch of pulls and some coaxing I have it starting easy and running good with no smoke. Here are a couple pics of when I brought it home. There are a few discrepancies but most of the correct parts came with it. The correct gas tank and rear wheels where included in the purchase. Did a little shopping in my parts collection and also in Jim's collection to find the rest of the parts needed. Top tin for the engine, gas cap, a different set of front wheel covers, clutch spring, and a hood that is in better shape. Ready to show and enjoy now. This tractor is how ever on my resto list. Pictures after a light make over. -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
702854boy replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
@Pullstart, I saw these on Facebook if you wanted me to get you the dudes info -
More pictures of the diesel wheelhorse painted and putting it back together I like it how it comes out that All that matters 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁
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Plow day complete, pool shed complete, waiting on fence materials, it’s a good day to work on an engine! ARP head studs swapped in place of bolts, torqued to 80 ft lbs rather than not close to 65, blue loctite on block side threads. New rear main seal and oil pan gasket, fresh paint cooking next to the oil fire. Once it gets set up a bit, I’ll roll it over and finish assembling the top end IMG_4296.mov
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Need a pair. Must have substantial and pliable tread and very limited aging. These will go on my year-round everyday worker.
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Yellow Buckeye (Aesculus flava) is considered flame resistant and, subsequently makes an ideal flooring for a smithy. Easier on your feet/legs than concrete, reducing fatigue. Not sure about his choice, oak. I would think it better suited for the wood burner.
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2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
squonk replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Kohler K181 crankshaft. These are getting hard to find. Used. Came out of a junk engine. I cleaned up the crankpin. Best I can measure there is .00018" out of round. There is a stain on part of the crankpin I tried to show. I cannot feel any kind of scratch there and looked at it with a magnifier and it just looks like a stain of some sort. Did not come off with any cleaner or #600 cloth. $50 -
What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
sqrlgtr replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Replaced rectifier on the 520H and installed a Wheel Horse head fuse block cover gifted to me from @WHX??. Btw the rectifier fixed my charging problem, from looks of the gauge face must not have worked for a long time. -
Your tractor may be a 1976 C-120 8-Speed model 61-12K802 Kohler also made serial 7326629 in 1976.
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Handy Don replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
The videos show the pros emphatically. There is a lot to like with propane and the hardware to switch a Kohler to propane (or to dual fuel) is readily obtained. Things to keep in mind: - Propane will yield somewhat lower horsepower than gasoline for a given engine displacement/compression ratio. - Sizing a propane tank big enough to run the engine for as long as you need it. The inter web tells us a standard 20 lb propane tank contains approximately 430,000 to 455,000 BTUs. In one gallon of gasoline there are approximately 114,000 to 125,000 BTUs. So about 3.5 gallons of gas (a full 300, 400, or 500 tank) equals one 20 lb tank. Near me a tank refill ~$20; a gas refill ~$15. - Where on the tractor to mount it safely, including plumbing - Refueling convenience (i.e. switching tanks and getting refills) -
Excellent Denny !! Nice to see you still around and kicking. Love the 6 speed !!
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Appreciate any guidance, or feedback: 70's B-80?
Handy Don replied to Buschlight13's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Sad to see the busted hub. 😢 I’m reminded of working on a steering wheel roll pin. Without something supporting the side opposite the hitter, too much energy was being absorbed by the movement of the steering shaft and sheet metal. In your case, by movement of the entire transaxle. You cannot rely on inertia or someone holding it, in this situation. I’m assuming you’ve been using a good penetrant (Kroil, Liquid Wrench, Knock ‘er Loose) already. And you’ve given it a good heating (not concentrated in one spot--cast iron doesn’t take kindly to that). And there is no “shrooming” at the end of the pin that should be ground away. Can you create a brace that has a hole for the pin when it moves and is anchored to something very solid to support the flange? Perhaps even on the floor? That way, the force is completely on the pin and not trying to break off the flange. I used a 2x4 braced against a nearby masonry wall--no give whatsoever--and the pin yielded almost immediately. -
What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
CasaytheMann replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Went and changed the deck belt today. I saw no fuel leaks anywhere which confirms the rubber seals and O Rings were degraded, most likely caused by the ethanol. -
1998 Tradewinds, Diesel Pusher Motohome
Handy Don replied to Pullstart's topic in non tractor related discussion
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Stan50 replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
With propane system there will be no problem with ethanol . That video is very interesting - Propane kit , NashFuel kit for 10,12 HP Kohler engines. Any advice regarding Propane conversion pros and cons? Thera are many videos with propane converted riding mowers, but no Wheel Horses -
Appreciate any guidance, or feedback: 70's B-80?
Buschlight13 replied to Buschlight13's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Alrighty. Smacked it with the 15 lb sledge and it didn't care. The axle hub did. But at a loss at how to get this out lol. -
Looks ready for it's next 60 years! Well done!
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FOR SALE: 1974 WheelHorse C-120, ID # 51-124802-11433, 8-speed, 14 hp Kohler K321s, Serial # 7326629. New battery and solenoid, garage kept - no rain/snow/weather. Mowed with it for 5 years. Performed well, mowed perfectly smooth. I paid $2,400 for tractor and 42" mowing deck - good shape, belts good. Had new piston w/rings and axle seals installed by Lexington Outdoor Equipment last year (cost $1700). Good tires, hold air, good tread. Moved to new home and no longer need tractor...small yard, push mow. WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE TRACTOR: Needs new clutch safety switch. Can bypass. Backfires once when turn the tractor off after mowing. HAVE PICS but phone will not allow me to upload to website. Can send via email if interested.
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not for my shop… kitchen floor? Sure!
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Now that the 2025 Show Season is upon us; PLEASE keep an eye out for my STOLEN TROJAN 'Toraktor' at the shows you may attend. Unfortunately I no longer attend shows other than local ones. Tim Sargeant, 01580 211376 or Tim @ Permanden . Co. UK Many Thanks to all of you out there. TCS.
