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  2. squonk

    Tip for mounting K-181 on a Commando8

    The last 2 times I put an 8 in the hole, I used a 1/4" dr. 1/2" flex socket stiffened up with electrical tape with an 8" extension to get the bolt in place and hold it before putting on the push nut
  3. ri702bill

    Wheel Horse in NYC

    "Oh Showerhead, oh Showerhead, where are you when we need you??"
  4. Retired Wrencher

    Tip for mounting K-181 on a Commando8

    I agree with that, Bob. It is a little tight in the front, but I’ve never stopped me from bolting it down.
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  6. Ed Kennell

    Large collection of parts not selling separately

    @cafoose Hey Chuck, any interest?
  7. Retired Wrencher

    Wheel Horse in NYC

    Now John, that is just downright cool. I’m sure your dad is proud as you are.
  8. That’s fine, Brad. Just didn’t know what your skill set was. Sounds like you’re on the right path. These are very addicting. The only complaint I have there getting too expensive when you’re retired. I just hope you enjoy the project and the ride when it’s done. I share the same passion as everybody else here by commenting the labor of love. Not trying to get corny on you.
  9. Niiiiice. For that reason alone - I would love to have a small mill. I'm hoping someday to figure out if I can use my recent drill press purchase.
  10. ebinmaine

    312H Snow Plow build

    Very cool! Couple hints. To set "max up", jack the plow up TO the front axle and adjust/ replace the middle linkage to hold it tight there. When the plow blade is let off the jack it'll settle away from the axle and give you max available ground clearance. IF you want occasional down pressure, you can make a solid link to go from the proper hole 🕳 in the center rock shaft, to the plow. PAINT THAT POOR MISERABLE BLADE. Will you be adding a front center stabilizer? How's your weights & chains situation?
  11. ebinmaine

    Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro

    I've always had good luck with them too. I say this in all possible seriousness. You can NOT be healthy and strong for others unless you take care of yourself. We joke about tractor time... but it really is a medical necessity to be mentally stable and happy. If that's what you have available as "you time"... do it.
  12. A few more - he completed the drive flanges, so now the hubs are driven. onto final bits = the rear axle keyways were badly wallowed. So fresh 1/4 slots milled ready for much longer keys.
  13. MainelyWheelhorse

    Pearl Harbor Day

    My Great Uncle was in Pearl Harbor and would tell the story of his escape from what I believe is the West Virginia, to any who listened. Much like 9/11 people remembered where they were on that day. May we never forget.
  14. gwest_ca

    522xi replacement carburetor?

    What is the spec number on the engine?
  15. Bar Nuthin

    Detectors Save Lives

    We added CO detectors when my wife started having dizziness and balance issues. Turned out to be an inner ear problem, but I realized at the time that it was stupid not to have a detector in the first place - as all of our appliances are gas. Glad your Grandson was able to intervene and save everyone from grief!
  16. c-series don

    Large collection of parts not selling separately

    Pictures will greatly help you with the sale of your items. As per forum rules, you must include a price.
  17. Ed Kennell

    Detectors Save Lives

    Picture of the scene. Reeds house is on the right side of the street out of the picture.
  18. Boyd Walker

    522xi replacement carburetor?

    The engine is a Kohler CH22s and it’s running rich, time to replace the carburetor. Local Toro dealer if I recall correctly quoted me around $150 for a new carburetor. Not available on the Toro or partstree sites. I looked on eBay and I think I’m seeing a bunch of aftermarket made across the ocean. I’m terrible with carburetors so I’m not going to rebuild mine. Anyone have the part number for one?
  19. Joe BenHayon

    312H Snow Plow build

    I have a couple more pictures of the frame hooked up and front view showing the blade up.
  20. kpinnc

    Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro

    Been months since I had several hours of tinker time. If I can squeeze 30 minutes in every week or so I call it "mental health time". And you are correct, it is fun! And just for giggles, if you have to, the sleeves that make up 1/8 inch to use a pulley on a 1 inch shaft work very well. It comes with a taller key so the fit is nice and snug. I've used them on several Vanguard repowers. Ebay or Amazon has them for cheap in stainless steel.
  21. Joe BenHayon

    312H Snow Plow build

    It works! 😄
  22. Teddy da Bear62

    Side shot Saturday... AND SUNDAY !

    See? See? A properly organized garage. Not the chaos you saw in mine! Or the 22 you didn't see in a worse mess in my barn! 😁
  23. kpinnc

    Wheelhorse veterans

    My 1971 Bronco had a OEM filter when I got it around 2004, so it may have never been changed. That Sundstrand hydrogear still has ATF in it and it is the fastest and strongest hydro like it that I've seen so far. My FILs Charger is a 1972 and is nearly as fast. Also always had ATF in it as far as I know. I've been inside the Bronco transmission, and it was not only spotless but it had zero visible wear. I've always attributed this to ATF- but I'll never know. So the answer to your question has already been said: with proper use and maintainence, these old transmissions last decades.
  24. wallfish

    Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro

    Yeah it can be. I don't get any where near as much tinker time as I used to.
  25. kpinnc

    Bad Boy, the Wheel Horse of the Future?

    If, and it's a big if- traction can somehow be maintained then a ZTR would be an effective snow pusher.
  26. wh500special

    Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro

    This problem (looking for the right pulley) might have taken care of itself… the GT1142 wouldn’t crank fast enough to start tonight and the carburetor was leaking gas pretty bad, the fuel lines from the rear were rock hard and broke when I messed with them, and the valve fell right out of the bottom of the tank when i went to open it. Rather than fix all this, I think the 11-hp Briggs might come off of there and donate its pulley to a little 7-hp Yanmar I have and which should fit right under the hood. The engine has its own tank so I can abandon everything else. This gets dad back to diesel only for the time being. I love Briggs engines. Usually they can sit for years and fire right up with just a splash of fresh gas. No points. This one is being stubborn. The one on the GT2500 fired first crank after I took out the battery from 2009 and replaced it. Sucker has been sitting untouched at least 15 years. This was the first day I spent puttering around with these tractors in years. Was kind of fun. Steve
  27. 702854boy

    1967 lawn ranger seat

    Yes, I think the holes in the tranny would still be there, they are there on our 1257 and the lawn ranger is basically just a mini version of the bigger Wheel Horses.
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