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I have a new set of 23 x 10.50- 12
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Those tires when new have about NO tread....
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Picked up an older cement mixer
MainelyWheelhorse replied to ebinmaine's topic in Tools and Equipment
Look at Ozzy Osbourne, over did it on everything that kills you early for years and still lived to 76. He did have a genetic mutation that lessened the impact of that stuff on him though. - Today
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Probably a few too many burn outs
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Looking for a couple of NOS or very good condition Turf Trac R/S tires 23x9.50-12. My 416-H rears have finally gone bad.
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Why you think it's been "resting" in the barn for three years?? I'm just kidding. It's not the front end.
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You'd think someone who drives Ford trucks would have a toolbox full of front end tools!
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Lagersolut replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Getting there - front is done ( LED ) - had a crack in the one headlight housing fixed with Loc Tite pro series power grab construction adhesive and aluminum flat stock had on the shelf - not the prettiest repair - I've used this adhesive another time and its better and stronger than JB in my opinion after its cured - had a drop fall on the hood awhile back didnt see it until it cured - still there because I think it would damage the hood getting it off - spot light(s) are wired with connections in the hood for easy removal when it doesn't get dark at 5pm and on their own switch - mag mounted light can go up or down - left or right on the hinge -flood right over the top of blower - I'll post the rear when its wired and done -
312-8 with a K301 engine: charging at 16 VOLTS!
Alrashid2 replied to Alrashid2's topic in Wheel Horse Electrical
Thanks for weighing in! I got it nice and tight and I put a sharpie witness mark too to double check it doesn't loosen up! -
Check with Then and Now Automotive in Massachusetts. They specialize in fuel pumps. They offer complete kits with check valves, diaphragm and gaskets.
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New Member, New to Wheel Horse & Now I Own a 656
BradKahler replied to BradKahler's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Now that the bearings are on order, it's time to start pressing out the existing needle bearings. Would I be correct in assuming that all the needle bearings are pressed out from inside the cases, or am I missing something obvious? The input shaft has two needle bearings but it looks like they could both be pressed out at the same time. Thanks -
The shift to using solid state components to “interpret” the sensors and activate LED indicators was inevitable. Most buyers were impressed with the lights but discrete bulbs, sockets, and wiring would have been a maintenance PITA. Like @lynnmor, I’m good with having the extra instrumentation
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Hydraulic supply line from pump to valve ready to be installed. Hydraulic supply line from pump to valve installed and nut tightened finger tight. Hydraulic supply line from pump to valve temporary plug installed.
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Maybe not a good idea. The old valves were only on the Sunstrand hydros which had pressure relief valves built into the charge pump. The Eatons required external pressure relief so the relief valves are built into the control valve. To use the old valve on an Eaton, you’d need to plumb in a separate pressure relief valve and, coincidentally, these are the usual source of the squeal! (I suspect the Sunstrand's design of its pressure relief valve inhibits squeal.) As a side note, the correct terminology for all the stock WH valves is “Tandem Center”, not “Open Center.” Tandem Center valves block flows to/from the cylinder when the control is centered, which locks the implement in position. Open Center valves permit flows to/from the cylinder when centered. This lets a raised implement fall (or a lowered one be pushed up) by external forces (gravity, uneven ground, etc.) . On a couple of WH models, GT-14 and C-195 that I know of, the valve's “float” position is the equivalent of “Open Center”
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I did similar.... The stud was so loose it wouldn't hold to anything.... I'd figure these are bad joints.
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Tractor Paul joined the community
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Twist this nut with a wrench to crate friction in the joint so the stud has resistance and the nut will come off
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All valid. Absolutely good points.
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Heredity has a lot to do with it. I never abused my back ever. At 50 my back was according to a spine specialist " full of arthritis." As much as someone would have in their 80's. My mother had the same issue. I had surgery in 2019 because the deposits and roughness in a back joint and trapped a nerve root enough where I couldn't sit, stand, walk or lay flat. I remember driving back from the big show and wanting to jump out of the truck at 70MPH it hurt so bad. Slept in a recliner for 6 months Point is everyone is different. You can take care of yourself and do everything right all your life and die at 50 or totally abuse yourself and live into the 90's. It's all a crapshoot and just because one person can do it doesn't mean you should
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I saw that post earlier but I don't see any way to grab anything on these other than the nut that is already frozen on the threads. The thread shaft is round from top to bottom.
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I have been using Kohler oil, price here is $7.40 per quart and it is also available at ProPartsDirect. I have found it for less elsewhere, it is best to do a seach each time you want to order.
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With all possible due respect, that is a wives tale. The key is to understand and practice what Bob states below: "Abuse" is VERY DIFFERENT.... caused by constant over usage and over limiting ones self. Overuse of any joint or muscle is going to cause long-term problems. That is not negotiable. My point from the post above is that if you don't exercise your muscle structure, you are going to slowly lose it with age because of sarcopenia. This is in the average but it does not have to be in the normal. We all look back at all the friends and family that we have known in the past and we see the things that they have experienced. My father with his knees from doing flooring. Bursitis in his joints from not taking care of himself and never getting enough protein and always a lack of sleep. All of our fellow workers with their experiences in having bad joints. We now know that these are things that could have been avoided.
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I like this picture as it show two great pieces of craftsmanship in Wheel Horse builds along with the master of decals. My custom GT16 4x4 built by Bob rock and the newly acquired GT516 built by Karly Stohry. Both machines based on the GT14 tractor. Super happy to own both
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When my young doctor suggested that I do physical therapy for all my aches and pains, I suggested that he contact me when he's my age and let me know how that PT is doing for him. You are correct Mike, the body can only take so much abuse.
