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I'm thinking about selling my L-107 Lawn Ranger. I have rebuilt the original Tecumseh 6hp engine, replaced trans seals, rebuilt and reinforced the fender pan, refurbished the mower deck, repaired the cracked hood, repainted the tractor and replaced the decals. Basically it has been refurbished for work. It has mowed my yard (2/3 acre of steep contours) for a couple of years, but my yard is more than it should handle. It is a great little tractor, but I am running out of project room and need to make room for other projects. What is a good price point for it?
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Andy N. replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I love my Onan until I don't!!! Last week while pushing snow, it all of a sudden quit on me. Luckily I was right in front of the garage and didn't have to push it too far. After some quick troubleshooting, I came to conclusion that I had erratic and/or no spark when trying to start. Rather than change one component at a time and wait for parts I decided to just purchase the all inclusive (and not so cheap) ignition component set on eBay. Only took about 4 hours to disassemble, replace the parts, reassemble and test. She's running good now. Also decided to change the oil and filter since I had such great access. IMG_8465.mp4 -
Now that the structural part of yoke is completed, the tedious process of the embellishments start. Both sides are carved . Ordinarily the back receives more modest carvings many times looking “rushed” ,but in mine they are equal to the front , or different but of similar quality. The design of the pierced areas has now been transferred to the back . First the pierced areas have to be trimmed to the line and totally cleaned within their thickness. This is time consuming since one has to be concerned with the other side at the same time. This is done by carefully trimming with the appropriate gouges ensuring clean crisp lines specially at tight areas which many times require specially modified tools. It has to of course be done from both sides. To be able to see the opposite side I elevate yoke from bench. This allows me to have a “floating “ light on other side which shows clearly the quality of the cut being done. In addition I use also a “ floating” mirror on which I can see the line on other side. First I trim to the line on each side leaving a high part in center , taking care of that last. Raising the work in this manner also keeps work clean since chips fall onto table. Yoke is raised on table allowing chips to fall off work. Floating mirror and light behind yoke Mirror allows viewing lines on back side Back lighting allows one to see clearly quality of cut in the thickness. Mirror is attached to a weight by a string allowing it to be moved Crisp lines, sharp inside corners, and sharp points are crucial.
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New seat and rear wheel/tires. Really made a difference in how it feels and performs. I'm 6'4", so that's why the seat is so far back, but it is mounted on sliders. I've used these seats for other projects and you cannot beat them for the price and comfort. Tires I have also used on other projects and they excel in all conditions over ags except for clay/mud.
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I've said before, his threads could serve as assembly manuals!
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2026 RedSquare Calendar is available for download!
D_Mac replied to nylyon-(Admin)'s topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Awesome job as always. Thank you for volunteering to take this on for all of us. Much appreciated. -
I’ll be following along to watch this tractor come back to life 👍🏻
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My barber finds broken pieces from a wire wheel stuck in my ears.
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Nah... hangin' out with all the 10 mm sockets...
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I restored one sitting outside swore I'd never do it again - C-160 might be the exception to that rule ..
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Rephrased it or you.
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The first picture is exactly how it was when the gentleman walked me 200 yards from his house towards the woods🫣 and there it was peeking out through the brush
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Those are quite useful for grading loose material--we have one and use it regularly. We did discover that in some situations it isn’t heavy enough for a proper bite. To offset this, I made a platform that attaches securely between the hitch and the blade lever for adding weight. Having my grandson stand on it seems to add just the right amount--I just have to call out all my lifts & drops and changes of direction. He has a blast and is generous enough to take turns with two of his friends!
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If you have an upholstery shop in your area, they can be a source for the right sort of foam cushion. Bring a sample of what you have.
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Looking for clean/solid 36" rear discharge deck or just the shell that will fit 1986 300 series. Thanks. In MI can drive a ways to pick it up. Would also consider 37" side discharge
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Need help with a c160 automatic that want start
kpinnc replied to CNC's topic in Wheel Horse Electrical
If it is, I live an hour away and have a big pasture... -
10 mm sockets ? There's a hoard of stuff that just vaporizes into thin air
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Good to see it was tarped.
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Or the little steel balls from the shifter forks.
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I believe they go wherever those lost socks from the dryer go! Or, maybe with those little springs that are never seen again once they fly out. No one ever finds random socks or springs once they're lost.
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rkjjeep joined the community
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I've done this. And I've learned. And I've done it again and again. So obviously I've learned nothing.
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If you tell me where it is, I'll go tonight...
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Well the wheel weights are worth a couple hundred of that. Good find!
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What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
Lagersolut replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
The 416 and 315 are getting some upgrades - finally pulled the trigger on LED's - 416 is getting the bullet spots added ( one in the back ) - these 30 pound ( capacity ) magnet mounts on the jungle site did not disappoint - they are strong . -
What have you done to your Wheel Horse today?
kpinnc replied to Ed Kennell's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
I can't help myself...
