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  2. Steve Colley

    417 engine swap. Need advice

    Oh sorry, I did an engine swap from a 414 8 to my 417 A. because the engine lost compression. I had to get a 2" smaller belt because of the smaller pully. It still works fine for mowing, just a little slower. I would like to find the larger 5" pulley for a little more speed.
  3. WHX??

    Low Budget DC Volt Tester

    Little priceyer but surely would get used. https://www.harborfreight.com/professional-digital-display-circuit-light-tester-with-interchangeable-shanks-70624.html?hftm_sc=135&hftm_source=google&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21894823878&campaignid=21894823878&utm_content=171677806262&adsetid=171677806262&product=70624&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21894823878&gbraid=0AAAAADAHb4d27_Dln9XgN4dZP2TBYwGUg&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIr6fmx8SOlQMVY4fCCB3VqiL5EAQYAyABEgI9lvD_BwE
  4. Horsin'round

    R & R before the Big Show

    You know, this is a really persuasive argument for moving to buckets, rather than tractors for the big show.....
  5. https://www.google.com/search?q=30+sec+cleaner&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS866US866&oq=30+sec+cleaner+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTILCAEQABgKGAsYgAQyCwg recently used this on family stone , amazingly effective , simple easy to use , after a 15 min waiting time , used a warm water filled , hand sprayer , with adjustable pin point nozzle , for lettering , spray out . had a good supply of warm water in soda bottles , for flushing , small lighter scrubbing brushes , no effort was required , the shedding was quick , easy . the debris also dissolves to / into the the ground . if you can get a smaller qt bottle , thats plenty . had a few people stop and ask , initial spray , was a soaker , let sit 15 / 30 min , warm water spray and brush / repeat . give it a high 5 rating , very simple , easy . bring plenty of warm water for flush down . pete
  6. Ed Kennell

    R & R before the Big Show

    Fishing has been limited to a few croakers and oyster crackers, but the crabbing has been decent. A lot of jumbo female sponge crabs which is good news for next year. The ring traps have been doing better than the overnight pots. VID_20260616_110451170~2.mp4 My buddy would like to VID_20260615_200413083.mp4
  7. Sparky

    856 predator repower questions

    I couldn’t agree more! The sound of a start gen Kohler 8 turning over right before it fires is sweet!
  8. Achto, Yes I agree but have not located any part numbers for a Wheel Horse horizontal application just yet. Thanks
  9. Yes that is the idea and I will end up doing what you suggested only way to make sure its right. Right now I have it set to pull the clevis on the hitch all the way to the tunnel for max lift, I do have some adjustability on the cable length. Thank you! if not I will give that cylinder a shot its close enough I'm 99% sure I can make it work.
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  11. Ed - Yes I have the original manual PTO setup on with the Predator and working fine. Just concerned about the crankshaft bearings if they can handle the thrust load and the reason to look into an electric clutch. Thanks for your input.
  12. It’s a 1988 with the tapered shift knob on the top.
  13. Single cylinder engines that aren't the 459cc have ball bearings. I just looked at the parts list for the 670 and saw no ball bearings listed on the parts list. There is a thrust washer that MAY be able to handle the axial load of a Wheel Horse PTO, but I'd rather just upgrade the 3-amp charging system of the 670 and use an electric clutch.
  14. 953 nut

    Low Budget DC Volt Tester

    That looks like a handy tool to have around, a bit easier to hold than a digital multimeter. Hope it is durable and well built.
  15. gwest_ca

    What model? Is it Wheelhorse?

    This may be the rest of them https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/search/?q=12hp Suburban model&quick=1&type=downloads_file
  16. Guessing this is going to be a plow mule? If that's the case it may be best to mock everything up including the lift cylinder in both extend and retract. . Use compressed air to move the cylinder. That way you don't have to mess with hydraulics yet but still get a feel for what plumbing you will need. That would get you the max lift height for a plow yet still get enough down travel for a decent furrow. Also guessing you are going to want to use an off the shelf lift cable? The final length of that with define lift travel as well. I like a high lift height so I don't dig up Pullstart's yard ... ya right that's it. A high lift also makes it easier to get on and off trailers too. We can keep our eyes peeled at the big show for a decent one for ya.
  17. @Rob R and I will be there Saturday!
  18. Handy Don

    4HP Wheel Horse HELP

    Actually, it's the “most compatible” setting that carries the day here. 24MP is telling the camera to use its maximum resolution--possibly important to you for other photos, but of no value whatever for posting to the forum (see the light gray text under ths 12/24 choices). The Resolution control lets you choose the resolution to use when prepping for a shot.
  19. The first show where RedSquare was officially represented was 2008. That year, I believe that the only thing of significance was a banner made by Terry and signed by everyone in attendance, that banner was given to me and is proudly on display at @stevebo’s barn. Pre 2011, we strongly encouraged the use of Photobucket which was a great at the time when we lost the forum, but now any surviving photobucket picture is watermarked so I believe that this picture is the first RedSquare group picture.
  20. 953 nut

    Steel vs Titanium framing hammer

    Since titanium is lighter than steel and costs a whole lot more I never got into it. When I was young and had no arthritis issues I preferred a 20 oz. Plumb long fiberglass handled hammer for framing. One blow rather than two or three got the job done. I gave that hammer to a friend when my joints started telling me to find another way to make a living.
  21. I'll never work on another Onan that was left in the weather, too many fasteners rusted fast. Folks that abuse tractors like that one do not deserve more than a token amount for their careless style.
  22. WHX??

    C101 parts

    For the wiring harness about the only thing you'll find new is the switch harness. Rest of it is generally home made. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FDYYSLC/?coliid=IH8AZIU6ULWGZ&colid=G8HKY8TMXQKI&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it Voltage reg should be found in the jungle or fleabay. Possibly the harness for that too. Foe blades try @76c12091520h
  23. 953 nut

    856 predator repower questions

    That is music to my ears. All too often we have threads that begin with a list of parts that were replaced that didn't fix the problem. Diagnosing the problem is the fist step toward success. @adsm08 has given you some sound advice and once you slow down and do your work in a methodical manner you will amaze yourself. Doing the job right the first time will keep you from having to do it over and over and over. Here are a couple of steps you should begin with. Clean and tighten the entire fuel system to ensure the gas is being delivered to the carburetor, old rubber fuel lines should be replaced. Clean the contacts on your ignition points by rubbing a brown paper bag or dollar bill between them while the points are closed.
  24. peter lena

    312 - PTO handle losing

    @Phan that entire set up is a detailing , GOLD MINE , for small ,COLLECTIVE IMPROVEMENTS , that forward spring tension pull to lower hitch pin clip , on side of frame , eliminates the linkage buzzing . my first photo of lever start , at battery tray , washers to firm up lever start , also lubricated , starts a very solid / smooth forward , push to pto lever cone . this was all a simple , look and see , check out , have it on my 3 horses , years in , no failures , repetitive failures , show you the way , pete
  25. rmaynard

    Drive Belt Wear on my Commando 8

    Does anyone know when Wheel Horse went from the stationary guide to the adjustable guide? I'm sure that if I look at enough parts manuals I can find the answer. And when they did go to the adjustable guide, was it for this reason? Inquiring minds need to know. EDIT: I grabbed the parts manual for Mr. Bone's tractor (72 Raider 10) and it appears to have an adjustable guide. I think Mr. Bone's is going to have some surgery today. Will update later.
  26. rmaynard

    Drive Belt Wear on my Commando 8

    @ri702bill I took a close look at that area. At the most there maybe 1/32" of up/down movement. I compared it to the 857 and it was the same. That guide is only there to keep the belt from jumping off the idler when the clutch is depressed and the belt slacks. I think I will try a little modification to what's there before doing anything major. But thanks for the idea Bill
  27. 953 nut

    What model? Is it Wheelhorse?

    Oldest advertising trick in the book, an operator of small stature will make the garden tractor look BIGGER.
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