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Got back late Sunday night from a PA ad Jersey haul. Got to meet and go to lunch with Trouty Bob and KM3H Nick, it was totally awesome. Sandra is enjoying the wine Bob. We picked up a 50" sickle and snowmobile that Bob got for us in PA. We picked up a 4 wheel wagon, 1971 Toro Professional 76" reel mower, an old air lift jack, among other things in Jersey from my Wheel Horse dealer friend. The reel mower alone weighed almost 1,800 lbs so we couldn't bring home much more. Oh well, we'll have to make more trips. On the way back we got to meet Desko, very smart and professional young man I'll tell you. I wish more people were as hard working and nice as he is. He had a Yanmar 30HP diesel engine we picked up, it purrs like a kitten. Don't know what we'll do with it yet but we'll find something for it. Sandra also scored a bunch of Longaberger baskets at a yard sale in Jersey for $47, and more wine from Bob. She is liking the hunt even more since she's starting to get all this wine from everybody. First pic is Bob, Nick and me loading the snowmobile.

Pics after clean up. I might start some more topics on these so I can put up more pics of each, they are in really nice shape.

I made another addition to "Paladin" to make it my primary worker. Right now I am setting it up for winter and installed a Johnny Bucket Universal Electric Sleeve Hitch. This is the tractor that will have the snowthrower so I am using a scrape plow on the rear to get up near the garage doors for snow. Once again the unique Wheel Horse hitch caused fitment issues ( attaching a Cyclone Rake was my previous challenge.) I needed to install the tongue bracket that bolts to the existing hitch backwards so that it didn't interfere with attaching the sleeve hitch. I lose the ability to put a trailer ball through the extra hole. But it would be too low to use anyway so I have plans on how to remedy this. The frame has holes at the rear for the OEM weight box and I used two of these for the metal straps. I sprung for the optional suitcase weight brackets as well. It took three tries at wiring it until I came up with actually a simple solution which doesn't require the wiring extension included with the kit and allows a quick disconnect if I need to remove the hitch. It is a well made item and should provide years of service. I was concerned about the additional length but that doesn't seem to be a problem.

Thanks to all of you who have commented on this endeavor. I really enjoyed this project, While I still have a few small things to finish, the results have amazed me. I have started several of these projects, but never followed through before. I have a 417-H disassembled and will start that next. When I bought hardware for this one I bought enough to do several more so I won't have to do a lot of searching for that kind of stuff now. As for the Godfather, my all time favorite movie and I have the complete set also on DVD. I also read the book several times. There are two members, Geno and Martin, I would like to thank for their help and encouragement. Martin, who did an exceptional restoration recently, which I followed anxiously, showed me it could be done. He also, by demonstration, became a teacher of sorts. If I asked him a question, he was quick to respond and offer any advice he could. I literally picked his brain. Geno and I have became friends and his advice was also a great help to me. I had the pleasure of meeting him this past week, when he and his wife came east to ravage the area of Wheel Horse equipment. He is the real deal and I have made a friend for life. The folks on this forum are the best. Everyone pitches in, to support the others, any way they can. If you have a problem all you have to do is ask. Someone will solve it for you.

Today we were able to get more of the decking on and hung the front gutter. Last pic shows me taking a little break and checking out the view...

I am new to this forum and a first time Wheel horse owner. I am picking up a 523Dxi with a 60" deck next week. I have been the maintenance man, taking care of it for the last two years. The current owner is finally going to sell it to me. I have been looking for a 79451 Collector system for it, but have been unable to find one. I located a 78491 Collector system from a Z Master, with the mount, chute and deck boot. I am going to try to adapt it to run on the 523Dxi. Clark

I put the snowplow of the 314 Wheel Horse today. This plow has the five hole index sector on it so I should be prepared to move some snow this winter. I have rubber tire chains but will wait until later to put those on. I also have the 1967 Lawn Ranger with the STR-324 snowblower all ready and greased up the auger chain and other parts on the tractor today. 314 Wheel Horse with 42 inch -five sector plow: 1967 Lawn Ranger with 32 inch snowbower: I had some of the others out in the yard while cleaning the garage : 1958 RJ's: 1975 B-80:

At 88 MPH, he goes into a time warp and "Back to the Future."

Thank you, that's all I wanted was an answer. It shouldn't get nasty Nick. I just asked an honest question about what someone would do in a situation and was trying to get an answer.

Geno I had a great time meeting you, Sandra and Bob. it was a fun day for sure. We have to do this again. I know you will be back this way for the show and I hope you bring a lot of good things with you. Please make room for me to display two tractors with you. I don't think I can stay for the weekend, but I would like to spend a day with you. If you can, please send me the photo of you, me and Bob that Sandra took by email.

And that can be easily accomplished with liquid tape... I'm gonna chime in with my two pennies.. I don't do wiring for a living but yes I can troubleshoot and fix when I have to. It's not going to hurt the wire if it's resealed. Be as good as new and last just as long... So if you want to do it your way by all means... Do it your way. I'll do it mine, and if I ever need Geno to do any wiring for me... I have faith in his way and his willingness to stand behind it. Different doesn't always mean wrong... Just means different. You take the scenic route and I'll take the expressway... In the end... We both get to our destination. I'm just there first and playing on my horses.

Just find one quiet Saturday or evening and pull the meter and change it. Oops, did I say that out loud.

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The men finished the roof deck and continued to work on secondary framing. I have a roofing crew coming over on Saturday to help me install the standing seam roof. I got it cleaned up a bit and had a small fire to burn some of the extra scrap wood.

Geno did u hit the lottery and not telling anyone LOL. or is this a life long passion?? Gary

Nice haul Geno! Getin closer to CT!

It's been a pleasure to journey along with you on your 416 resto, Nick. Looking forward to the 417 thread..... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I've enjoyed this and learned from you as well Nick. I have also found a new friend. Thanks for starting this thread.

From my experiences I would have to agree with Brian, early RJ58's would have typically had a K90 or a Clinton 1200 or A1200... My early 58 has a A1200 Clinton with a serial number of 1789. With a serial number of 7098 I would becareful calling it an "early" 58 on a couple of reasons... as there was about 21 to 22,000 of these things said to be produced... your serial number puts your tractor basically in the first half of production. Its well documented that the Pond's were swip-swapping parts all through the RJ production years, specially during the 58 model year, so having a non-date code tranny case is not a dead give-a-way. You have to take the tractor as a whole (all the attributes) before "thumb measuring" the date or time period it was manufactured. For example your RJ has the standard RJ front rims, not the left over RJ35 rims and your rear hitch is the sheet metal style not the band iron style. Both of which would support a standard production RJ. And the most important thing, IMO, about these tractors... they are 56 years old so who knows what has happen to them. Even with all of that said you scored a very nice RJ Craig!

Well - laugh all you want, but without a doubt, Minnesota is getting it done. Their only loss was to TCU.. They took down ichigan at home and made Northwestern wished they would have stayed in bed that Saturday.... 6-1, when is the last time that Minnesota was 6-1 this late in the season? Call them lucky, call them a fluke, but they are getting it done. they are playing right up until the clock reads 0:00! That is how you win.... I'm not jumping on the Gopher band wagon, just saying they are getting it done. Rob

Looks tough. I like it, use the tins you've got... and make it earn it's keep.

People are buying ZTR's and getting rid of their tractors. Along with that they think they can sell their 520 and get a premium price for it no matter what shape it's in. Others get one from a relative and wouldn't know how to work on it. Seems this generation can't fix anything their self. They are too busy with video games , Facebook, texting, Twitter and such. Seems like there have been a lot of them showing up on here lately with new owners though. I don't have much room to talk though since I've had 5 or 6 myself and I love the fact that those valve seats pop out because that's when you can get them at a reasonable price and have the best machine you can get without spending those BIG bucks. :laughing-rofl: :laughing-rofl:

Finally a week without having to pick a game with stinking Nortwestern in it.! I don't trust Wisc and Maryland as far as I can throw them and Minnie vs. Ill. is as bad as pulling for the Bears or the Vikes!

Do I have a set, yes. Have I ever used them, NO. Why do I even own a set? For that one in a thousand situation where a cam sensor or crank sensor is literally buried in a engine compartment and I'm already 99% sure its the sensor at fault. If I would pierce a wire, I would cut it at the pierce and splice it with an approved self healing silicone crimp similar to what is used in telephone repair work. I would never use these devices on my personal vehicles for the reasons stated above. The manufacturer goes thru great effort to spec weather tite connectors and quality insulation for their harnesses. Dealers highly discourage poking holes in harnesses due to warranty concerns. Is this a concern for the do it yourselfer? Doubt it. Then again I can't imagine these devices being necessary in the repair of lawn and garden equipment. Poking holes in harness wires is certainly not considered a "best practice" in professional circles.

Piercing the wire will not cause a voltage drop.

I was cruising Craig's list today checking out my usual categories and came across this. Called the guy and he told me it was from the estate of the original owner who was an old rich guy who bought things and either never used them or barely used them. Everything is original including the paint. Heck looks like the original grease is still in place. Steve has been trying to get to get into the old boat and engines and for $100 including the stand I couldn't resist. I figured if I don't end up keeping it I could always sell it to Steve or Ken but in this condition I may just keep it. I'm sure Ken will tell me what I have and whats it worth.

I really like the black. But it's eye of the beholder thing. Make it your own...and let her run! Horses like to work!

Looks better every day! You may want to put in a 200 amp service, small difference now, bigger money to change later. If you're ever thinking a welder or central heat or air down the road it will be a must.

Got the hood put back on today, hopefully by the end of the week decals will be in..

Nice haul. I like the mowing machine and the TORO reel mower. That thing is really clean.

Do I even need to repeat myself?

Anybody?

It won't be the prettiest Queen around Geno, but I want it to run as good as new, or maybe better. I was afraid I would have to grind away too much of the housing on the spherical bearing Richie. So I bought a 3/4 X 7/8 flanged bronze bushing at ACE for 4 bucks and made a housing for it. I have about 3X the bearing surface now and it is bz on steel not st on st like the factory. Oh, BTW if you do buy one online, two day shipping was $7 and one day was $63. Don't hit the wrong button.

My fender pan arrived. Picked it up, but it had been opened. I don't understand why that would be necessary. UPS, Fedex and USPS ship millions of packages without the need to open them.

Geno that is so sweet. Congrats on the latest finds.

You better! If you don't, you just might end up with one of those tire blow outs again!

What do you have back there now Geno?

Nothing like having a week off before we kick the daylights out of another team from Illinois. I'm gonna play the safe side and take Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Michigan State, with the Buckeyes bringing up the tail end of the picks for this week. After this week it's "balls to the wall" for college football. No more timeouts it's time to play. Yes, no matter who Iowa plays I will pick them. As always, Go Hawkeyes!!!

Seperate note: We have an undefeated team that is sitting at a 23rd ranking... I realize they have not beaten any ranked teams, but they have not lost. They have (3) of the (4) top 10 categories: Rushing Yards(10), Points for (2), Points against (7)......... We very well may see what we have all been wanting to see... An undefeated underdog team, take down a SEC/BIG 12, PAC, ect..... It's a long shot, but they have a chance..... Besides, what better team to come from the ashes once again, and be a dark horse for the first season the NCAA does a play-off for football.... I am still rooting for Ohio State, but GO MARSHALL! Wife is also from Huntington so I am under oath to root for them also. Rob

clean it up, get it running right and make it look they way you want. fuel pump is just some gaskets (pump is on the side of the carb), the tins on the engine look right, the screen on the flywheel needs to come off and maybe that round part as well, its been a while since i had my screen off, but its really just missing the screen that covers that whole flywheel side of the engine. my 1848 had pump problems when i got it, easy fix, the gaskets and diaphragm are easy to replace on the side of the carb, run some decent oil in the engine and change it out a few times and see what you've got..... heres the thread on when i got mine......

Thanks, Shuboxlover and Jerseyhawg. I will have pictures as soon as I get it home. Clark

I got 2 1156 LEDs off eBay for $2.68 w free shipping. 2x 1156 BA15S 39 LED 3020 1206 SMD Car Turn Tail Brake Light Lamp Bulb 668 CL639 ( 251630837420 )

Just remembered I also have this. Here is a picture of a WH document from 1964 showing the early tractors and what engines they had in them. Could be possible that some K91s found their way onto some of the 59s. Kohler replaced the K90 with the K91 sometime in 1959.

Kinda diggin the black stallion.

He's looking for a gas cap here... not a bass cap.

Aw shucks just go to your local ace hardware and get plastic magnet !!

Squonk...if you were wearing a skirt, I could see your underwear.(pink). Don't get a nose bleed up there. Jackhammer...Rick, that is 2 perfect weeks in a row for you...WOW!!! AS ALWAYS...GO HAWKEYES...

the 500 series hood will not fit since it had the "dash" for the lights. you can use any 300/400 series hood. It didn't come with louvers. the seat pan is indeed not the same as the later 300/400/500 series.

Had some good shop time today and got a lot done. Should I say I am almost finished. Tomorrow The only thing left to do is put the seat on and finish hooking up the lights. Have to get some male plug in inserts to finish the lights. I am very pleased with the way this turned out and really proud of the work I did. Nu first restore and it looks like a winner to me. Still have some decals to add. Will do that tomorrow also then take a tour of the neighborhood. If you look in the background of some of the photos, you can see the new Deestones for the rear . I need to paint the wheels and let them sit for a while before I install them.

I'll post a few I took. Some may be duplicates though.