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Ahh yes..... approximately a 1/4 of our year right there. 1⁰ F. This morning.
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came to start my Suburban 400 and I really struggled. Convinced myself it was fuel, then carb - took it apart and messed about. Finally put the drill on the flywheel and it just about ran, but died. Pressed the clutch pedal and tried again and it ran like a dream! Not used to these little 4hp engines, nor the fact that the 90W gear oil is like glue when it is -8 dec C. I think even the straight 30 in the engines is a bit gloopy too! Tried the 551, that wouldn't crank either and pressing the clutch make all the difference too! I'll remember that in future.... Maybe someone could invent an oil that isn't as thick when cold Maybe I stick to bigger engines with electric start!
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I checked the engine oil in the 312-8. It looks like it was just put in, BUT the dipstick is bent, Another problem?
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Once all the bolts are out, you need to chase the threads - by hand. Don't be a hero and chuck up the tap in a cordless drill. Yes the hand method takes longer, but do you really feel like extracting a snapped off tap??
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Got a lot of experience with cheater pipes! Changed 6inch fittings on vacuum trucks with a 5 foot pipe wrench & cheater pipes. Couldn't use heat due to products that were vacuumed into the trucks.
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175 new look with plastic seat pan
Brockport Bill replied to bo dawg's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
when i first got a few blackhoods 3-4 yrs ago i wasn't sure i liked the plastic pan design but quickly became a fan - - they offer a distinctive different look - and along with the black hood it makes them different than the traditional design -- sorta gives them a special unique character -
I'd like to add I'm one of those liars at the restaurant table ...
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What was the largest diameter WH steering wheel?
WHX?? replied to ebinmaine's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
It is ... nothing like holding on that wheel and lookin down the hood of a long frame '67 .. -
Looking for tombstone weight and factory headlights for round hood
Wheelhorse4life1 posted a classfied in Wanted
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For the short money they are I keep one on the shelf. If the pump isn't too gunked up and check valves are good no need to buy a pricier then & now kit. I like to glass the pump halves as they can warp from over tightening. That said don't over tighten on a rebuild.
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You can't do a leak down test on these motors either since the ACR holds the exhaust valve open. Best way is simply pop the head off and check valve seats, bore condition and signs of oil wash. Is there a problem with it that warrants a rebuild or just wore out?
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My old town dump is now an upscale subdivision!
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Ok thank u all
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Hmmm, sure seems like your wife got you that coffee too!!!!!
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Hope you have a starter solenoid and battery ignition. If you do not know we can explain. This diagram does not have a solenoid. What ignition switch do you have? Describe
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Engine making a loud clangy sound while running
Red Stallion replied to Red Stallion's topic in Engines
Before I pull the head I will do a compression test. If by some miracle it does have decent compression, it really only buys me a little time before I have to fix the obvious. But at least I can drive it around the paddock once and enjoy. -
I’d like to add 42 years owning, using, fixing, restoring, and collecting Wheel Horse tractors and implements 👍🏻🙂
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I like it! If the plastic fenders were good when I restored my C-175 I would have used them. That style has grown on me over the years, I’d even consider buying some in good condition for the right price. My C-161 Twin Automatic has those fenders but they are slightly damaged.
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If you have a tester, do a compression test, usually you like to see 115-125 on P engines, when a seat steps out, that number will typically drop to low double digits
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Closest I can find with your numbers is 74 C-160 8 Speed. Not sure if the wiring diagrams will help you since it obviously doesn't have the original engine. Tractor 1974 C-160 OM Wiring Revised.pdf - 1973-1977 - RedSquare Wheel Horse Forum
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103809 would be separated out a little to: 1 0380 9. Possibly with - in between. Either way that codes to a 1974 C160-8 with a Kohler engine. If you have a starter/generator in there then the engine is 1967 or older. Rare early 68s has them. If you follow the wiring harness for a 1967 model 1067 or 1267 it should work.
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1016291or 103809 these are the 2 numbers that I can read on the frame tag
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When we lived in the Philippines 30 years ago, I was the business manager for the mission. (We were missionaries.) I kept a stock pile of parts salvaged from washers and dryers. Parts for American style appliances were few, far between and horribly expensive. I even took the old mechanical timers apart and was able to repair a few. Once electronics moved into appliances, I was no longer able to be much help. Also, appliances became much more available and bringing these items from the States wasn't cost effective.
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Most Kohler engines have a compression release. Because of this you can't follow the results of a compression test.
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These motors have Automatic Compression Release (ACR) so it makes it hard to get a true compression reading. There’s a way to do it, don’t know it myself but someone here will. And…Welcome To Red Square!!
