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adsm08 replied to oliver2-44's topic in non tractor related discussion
I had that around this time last year. I made what was advertised as a one time purchase and they enrolled me in an auto-renewal subscription. I only found out the next month when the auto-renew overdrew our secondary checking account. -
2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
Docwheelhorse replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
What the H.E. double hockey sticks, I'll list all my stuff lol Heres my 516H with a quiet 42" SD Runs great... clean oil, good battery, strong hydro even after extended run. Will haul to big show next week if paid for $1000 Tony Andover CT (860)978-9039 20260619_132257.mp4 -
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I went to parts tree and looked at a very blurry diagram. Exploded diagram is just no help unfortunately. I need a photo of fully assembled speed control plate and linkages that sits a top the carburator.
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While working on the Commando 8 to correct a drive belt issue, I discovered that my throttle cable was binding, and the twist-to-lock was not working. So I replaced the cable. In doing so, I removed all of the external governor parts to clean and readjust. After putting everything back together, I now had a problem where the engine would over-rev. The governor was not functioning as it should. So I took it back apart and could find nothing wrong. Put it back and I still had the problem. I have my 857 in the shed that I had taken some governor parts from to finish the last 701. I had not gotten around to putting it back together, so I gathered up those parts and installed them on the Commando. Still not right. To make a long story short, I found my problem by pulling the cross-shaft out of the 857 as far as it would go and found that there was no spacer that went between the cross-shaft tab and the brass bushing nut. Checked the Commando and it has one. I took it out and now it works fine. I am assuming that the cross-shaft was binding with that spacer installed. Removed, no bind. Since the 857 has be working fine without it, the Commando should do okay as well. For all you engine guys, is there any reason that I should not take it out and leave it out?
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What have you done "WITH" your Wheel Horse
ebinmaine replied to rjg854's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Around our acreage we use a Wheelhorse for pretty much anything but cutting grass. Pulling heavy stuff was the initial task back in 2016/17. Since then we've tried several implements. Mowers included. Just not a terrain that's tractor mowing friendly here. -
This model uses a VM-80 Tecumseh engine.
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OK, as promised, pictures from inside the regulator. The regulator cover is removed by removing the two screws and lifting it. In this picture the front of the tractor is at the left side of the frame. If you close the set of contacts circled in red, by pressing them closed, or bridging them with a screwdriver, the engine will start to crank, and keep cranking, regardless of key position, if the S/G unit works. The cranking can be stopped by turning the key the whole way to the start/crank position and then turning it back off again.
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We may never know, as all of mine that have that type of disk do not have a pin. I know that @wallfish knows a bit more about these things than I. Maybe he will add his These questions concerning the governor from me have been generated by my problem that I am having with my Commando 8. I think that I will start another thread specifically on that subject so that it doesn't get lost in this one.
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So it was not the brushes. Full-field test showed S/G unit works fine. I took the cover off the regulator and found large carbon build up on the starter contacts. I cleaned both sets of contacts inside the regulator and it now cranks fine, and charging came up to 12.7V. This regulator is fully adjustable, so I fiddled with it a bit and left the charging voltage at 13.3. I know 13.5 is optimal, but 13.3 is close enough for me.
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Ed Kennell replied to oliver2-44's topic in non tractor related discussion
Just had one this AM, a sweet southern belle voice answered checking on my SS A &B status. After using my 110 yo demented voice, she transferred me to her supervisor.. Had the Indian accent supervisor on the string for 10 minutes till he didn't want to meet my 250 lb state policeman grandson. -
Model 701 snowblower questions
compston_family@hotmail.c replied to compston_family@hotmail.c's topic in Implements and Attachments
Thanks all, It's in the back of the shop right now, I'll have to dig it out. Going into town later for some Woodruff keys to get the mower running properly. I have printed off all the manuals I could find online, and although they are great for showing the "exploded" views, I still need help with how the blower is connected to the tractor. Once I get it bolted to the frame, I imagine the diagrams will make a lot more sense. Cheers, M -
Evidently, the Knicks had a bit yet to learn about the game...!
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Guys & Gals I am getting one of my tractors ready to loan out to my girlfriend (the boss). However, it's sat for a number of years. It cranked over fine. Added gas and it spewed it right out the muffler. Figured stuck needle and seat or float. Carb needed cleaned. Yeah I was right. This was not the kind of carburator I was used to. It had plate on top for linkages to governor. Unfortunately I didn't take any photos as I should have and now I'm having trouble getting it back together properly as I should. A real amateur mistake. Can anyone help me out with photos or a detailed diagram of these linkages and springs? Thanks!
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2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
Docwheelhorse replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
YES ANOTHER ONE... decided to also list my fully restored 520-8, motor was rebuilt and has precious few hours on it. Tractor is clean and has electric lift that works great. Im including a clean 60" deck and mule drive. My number is $2500... The project that intially included a 520 has taken a different turn. Runs awesome. Will haul to show if paid in advance. Tony Andover CT (860) 978_8039 20260619_112009.mp4 -
Thanks a lot - Peter. I am soory for teh delay in reply you!
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No sir. I think an engine that has a very high percentage of losing a valve seat because it was a poor choice for this application which at best makes it a liability. As I said the P216 and 218 do not typically have the same fault. I wasn't casting damnation at the brand or model. I was stating my personal unqualified opinion. There won't be a P220 engine on anything that I use unless it has some upgrades. For example: I have a Toro Groundsmaster that uses a P220. That engine has over 3000 hours on it, and it will still run if fresh gas gets to the carburetor. The difference is that it has no obstruction on the cooling fins, and is equipped with a very large remote oil cooler and oversized filter. It takes nearly 4 quarts of oil to fill it. Point being? Toro either knew the engine had special requirements or clearly placed emphasis for longevity on that machine for thier commercial line during the same time the 520 tractors were being produced. I think the Onan P220 engine was a poor match for a Wheel Horse. In the very least there should have been additional systems to help it run cooler in such a restricted location.
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Model 701 snowblower questions
oliver2-44 replied to compston_family@hotmail.c's topic in Implements and Attachments
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Well, I will take up for the p220 but I'm kinda biased the only two Onans Ive been around are the two I have on 520h"s. They don't get worked like they used to in their former life but haven't had any trouble after a little TLC when they came home with me. If the $$$ is right I will take a chance on a P220 any day.
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2026 Big Show Buy/Sell/Trade Thread
WHX?? replied to Pullstart's topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
Don't know if this is allowed or not. Mods delete if not https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/classifieds/non-wheel-horse/air-mattress-r14723/ -
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oliver2-44 replied to oliver2-44's topic in non tractor related discussion
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2026 Wednesday Night Parking Lot Party
WHX?? replied to stevebo-(Moderator)'s topic in Wheel Horse Collectors Club Show
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Queen size raised air mattress. Has built in 115 volt air pump. For inflation/deflation. Air valve leaks a small amount but will stay inflated overnight. Only used a couple times for camping in a enclosed. Pickup only or can deliver to the Big Show 2026.
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Yes sir, I know that feeling. I bought a new Toro zero turn in 2002. 72” deck, 26hp fuel injected Kohler, it was an absolute mowing beast. I got 23 years of literal trouble free service out of it, literally not one thing ever messed up with it until last year when the ecu went out. It’s been at a Toro dealer for months trying to get it figured out, so I decided to buy a Wheel Horse to use in the mean time and that’s how I ended up here. Funny how for decades my goal was to just get it done as fast as possible, and it ultimately led me to hate mowing. That and it was my job for years as I worked in golf course maintenance. Getting these 2 old wheel horses has actually made mowing fun for me again. I do miss my big zero turn though, I babied it and it only has 700 hours. I always maintained it and kept it inside. The guys at the Toro dealer can’t believe how good of condition it’s in. It will still have its place when I hopefully get it back but so will my Wheel Horses.
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Or just plain rotted out the bottom from prolonged storage outside...
