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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
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"Oh Showerhead, oh Showerhead, where are you when we need you??"
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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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Large collection of parts not selling separately
Ed Kennell commented on The Tuul Crib's classified in Wheel Horse for Sale
@cafoose Hey Chuck, any interest? -
Now John, that is just downright cool. I’m sure your dad is proud as you are.
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I Think This Group Might Be Bad For Me - Meet My New B100 Automatic
Retired Wrencher replied to BradKahler's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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. -
Another 4x4 - I’ll just leave this here….
ebinmaine replied to meadowfield's topic in Restorations, Modifications, & Customizations
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. -
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?
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Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro
ebinmaine replied to wh500special's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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. -
Another 4x4 - I’ll just leave this here….
meadowfield replied to meadowfield's topic in Restorations, Modifications, & Customizations
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. -
Pearl Harbor Day
MainelyWheelhorse replied to SylvanLakeWH's topic in non tractor related discussion
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. -
What is the spec number on the engine?
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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!
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Large collection of parts not selling separately
c-series don commented on The Tuul Crib's classified in Wheel Horse for Sale
Pictures will greatly help you with the sale of your items. As per forum rules, you must include a price. -
Picture of the scene. Reeds house is on the right side of the street out of the picture.
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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?
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I have a couple more pictures of the frame hooked up and front view showing the blade up.
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Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro
kpinnc replied to wh500special's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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. -
It works! 😄
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Side shot Saturday... AND SUNDAY !
Teddy da Bear62 replied to Sparky-(Admin)'s topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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! 😁 -
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.
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wallfish replied to wh500special's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
Yeah it can be. I don't get any where near as much tinker time as I used to. -
If, and it's a big if- traction can somehow be maintained then a ZTR would be an effective snow pusher.
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Drive pulley diameter: manual vs hydro
wh500special replied to wh500special's topic in Wheel Horse Tractors
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 -
1967 lawn ranger seat
702854boy replied to clueless's topic in Restorations, Modifications, & Customizations
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.
