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Like many here I never envisioned the number I have. When someone delivers 3 WHs to your house for less than $300.00 and they are supposed run then what do you do? I checked out 2 and they run well. If it ever stops raining I will get to the 3rd I try to control rust so the girls see paint but to me they are tools. The last one pictured was a $200.00 dollar junk yard find. I would rather fix them than send then to the scrapyard.

I'm more quantity than quality.I have 6 or 7 that are turn-key tractors.Probably another 15 or 16 that would run if I put a battery and gas in them.Then 50 or 60 that are in my bone yard either used for parts or possibly a "someday" project.NONE are no where near show quality.The runners are all workers,mostly for mowing duty and dragging stuff around.When this WH bug bit me,I traveled around the northeast and bought everything I could find that had a Wheel Horse decal on it.Do I regret it?? Not at all.I love all these tractors.One of the very best hobbies I've ever had.

Can't I have a Quantity of Quality Wheel Horses? I have three that are definite PROJECT tractors but all are inside and God willing they will be brought back to being exquisite examples of their previous glory. I also have six that are workers though that work may only consist of hauling by butt around a tractor show. None are trailer queens though I am not at all ashamed of their appearance. My first 953 has so much patina that one has to wonder if it had ever been painted, but I love it that way.

I tried, but my parents won't allow it, the closest i came where the rims and tires in the living room. and a chainsaw on the kitchen counter

I currently have 6. One plows snow one for snow blowing one for tilling one for leaf duty and 2 cut grass. If I buy another one it would have to be stored in the dining room.

I have 4, two for grass duties always have to have a spare mower. One for leaf duty in the fall and one for pushing leaves dirt gravel also pulls the wagon for spraying and other hauling duties . All are workers , no trailer Queens.

I have 19 (I think) All will start and run (some may need a jump and the 418A is having her engine overhauled). I only paint for corrosion control so no show tractors. I do not like swapping attachments so that accounts for a bunch and when you are using 50 year old equipment you have to expect occasional break downs so if a tractor was set up for a critical job like grass mowing or snow plowing then you need a back up or 2.

I have six and that's plenty, but all run well. So it's quality for me. None are trailer queens by any stretch, because they all do some type of work. And I like them to work right. Maintaining 6 is almost a full time job along with the attachments. I could fit maybe one more Now I understand why it's so difficult to find any s around here, somebody has been hoarding them Either they're total junk, or somewhat decent, and the owner thinks they are worth bars of gold.

Sensible fishing motor... Gotta get to the fish before they leave...

Having grown up on a dairy farm I’ve had a lifelong affinity for tractors. When I first saw the Wheel Horse 953 the farm tractor look hooked me, just had to have it. A couple years ago I built a narrow front end for one of the 953s which I think brought it even closer to the appearance of the tractors I grew up with. I just finished a project that enhances the farm tractor look of the other end, a three-point hitch. Much like the narrow front project my goal was to make the three-point unit a bolt-on unit that could be added to the rear of the 953 without any modification to the tractor. The lift arms came from a Wheel Horse “D” and the lift cylinder came from a 300/400 model (the 953 hydraulic cylinder was too long for the space). Lowell at Wheel Horse Parts and More made the hoses and everything else came from my scrap metal stash. I glued-up a cardboard mockup of the space available and transferred the information onto a piece of MDF then made a wooden test sample of the lift system. Component size and placement was determined by drawing them out on the MDF The unit was fabricated on a spare transaxle saving me from having to crawl around on the floor. At my age that is a no-no. There was too much interference on the left side (brake drum side). The right side had only one problem, the six-inch input pulley on the transmission was too big so it was replaced with a four-inch unit. That will make it a bit faster and diminish the pulling power but this is a show cruiser so no harm done there. As the unit was being built, I was able to transfer it onto the 953 to ensure that clearance was as expected and modifications could be made. The pivot point blocks that support the rocker shaft are the ones that supported the 953’s rocker shaft. The arm that fastens the hydraulic cylinder is bolted to the transmission. It is a fairly light-weight unit and I have no intention of putting it to work with ground engaging equipment but if heavier metal were used and additional fastening were done to the top of the transmission, I see no reason why it couldn’t be a worker.

Nope...who needs em.

Weeeeeeaaalllll....... We have quite a few. I’d rather they all run and drive just perfect. But then what would we do? I have gotten a few package deals with a tractor that needs lots of lovin’ but with attachments that can be sold to offset the cost. I have overpaid for some that don’t ever run or drive again.

@richmondred01 @Greentored @Achto @Ed Kennell @The Tuul Crib and other engine builders.... what day you? Piston return springs? The video is Russian, voiced over and a bit odd... but it’s what popped up. They claim to add 7.5 hp per cylinder on a small car. I wonder what it could do for a Kohler? My first thought... is what about valve clearance?

I think you’re confusing “horsepower” with “pulling power”, I always thought the more chrome you had, the more “pull” you had, (with the ladies!) 👩‍🦳👩🏻‍🦰👵

I would say the quality and the old iron . l work at a Hustler snd cub dealer and its all quantity. Lot of stamped metal! WH rules !!!

Yes.

Quality. Absolutely. We have our 2 primary go-to workers. Trina's Pigpen 867. My Cinnamon Horse C160. 2 others that run and drive. Her Pony 657. My Patriot Horse B-80. 2 more that do run and would be useable with a day's work, give or take. A '68 Raider 10 and the '70 Charger hydro project. And 3 future projects. Colossus. 856 which will be a military tribute tractor. A '74 C160 Tecumseh that will be a future full restoration. ALL of ours are usable workers. We've now collected 5 implements which will be on different tractors. 2 dozer plows. Mid mount grader blade. Generator. Mckissick chipper.

Probably a 4 stroke. Can you imagine seeing that boat tied up to some trees sticking out of the water at Shelbyville and the guy is jerking Perch??

This is exactly the reason that I started wearing a helmet when using the Deuce, I’m pretty sure this picture might have been me😂🤣😂🤣 before that epiphany hit my frozen brain! 9B1BD00E-4D9D-46CA-B7CE-2A615D97B9CE.MOV

I have asthma and an affliction for getting Bronchitis/Pneumonia so I guess I'm not a "real" man having a cab to help keep me somewhat healthy, but on a side note for nearly 20 years I only drove 2wd pick-ups 40+ miles one way to work and made it in when the locals with 4x4 didn't show up in weather like we are having now.

I believe next to the blinker-fluid.

We've all dealt with that. It seems that these hoarders are spread out evenly across the country at strategic 100 mile increments. That guy seemingly doesn't have any responsibilities and can be there with cash and a trailer in a moments notice. On this board if you can't automatically think of that guy in your area, it's a good chance that it's probably you 🤣

I have 3 , and not enough space for any more, best thing that I did was to set up one as the experimental baseline horse. correcting nagging issues and then applying the same set up to the other two. my 82- C-85 , frankenhorse is my original , bought new in 82. 12 hp magnum upgrade 2 years ago , heim joints , and any other experiment , has proven bombproof. 91-93 312-8 , picked up used and made them the same in all areas , for solid reliability . 2 for plowing ,one with a 36-42 blower , instant starts , very reliable. they all cut grass with 42 " r/d decks , which also got the reliability base line set up , chronic issues are your best chance to eliminate them , just my own experience , pete

I think sometimes my eyes are bigger than my shop. I mostly like to have some purpose or fascination. Most of the time I will get one, start working on it, and then it blows up into a big project. I am cutting back and selling but I can't stop looking.

I would rather have two or three solid tractors, then 10 flimsie tractors. I bought WH's because I know they are solid, with prices averaging around 1000$ for a decent one here. I could have bought many regular mowers. or even an almost new mower., but the newer mowers aren't of good quality in my eyes. And believe me, you rather have 1 mower, to is reliable, then having to work on 3 mowers just get your lawn mowed. I have 3 WH's at the moment, But all need some tranny work to make them solid (1 day work each). After that, i know they are gone last, and make it worth upgrading an tinkering on it, to make it just as you want. There lays the fun for me in it.

Mercury marine unleashed their newest outboard motor on the world today. A 600-hp, 7.6L, $77000, 1200 lb, 2-speed, V12 beast. I’d imagine the target market for this is more likely to have multiples of these on the transom than just a single. https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/engines/outboard/verado/verado-600hp/ Wow. I thought my 90 was a big motor. steve

Never thought about this before. Interesting. I can see where a gooseneck would pivot more but I'm not sure the difference matters much. For many years we pulled a larger travel trailer and never had any issues. I was always a fanatic about the hitch equipment. Then we got a 38' fifth wheel and was amazed at the stability. One time I was forced off the road to avoid a head on. Bouncing through the field my mind flashed to worrying if the truck and trailer were going to handle it. It did an awesome job and I was able to get it back on the road safely. Fortunately my wife knew enough to open the cabinets very carefully.

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I have one with a 42" deck. Not really good for normal yards. (I think the Queen Mary has a tighter turning circle ) However great for getting under low hanging trees, cutting walking paths in tall grass. (It is cut before you get to it (also helps reduce exposure to ticks.)

@WHX24, @ebinmaine, @JCM, @pullstart, @PeacemakerJack, @elcamino/wheelhorse, I guess this investment was a wise one after all? Out on the eMax to clear yet another white mess... Cold start and rolling snow videos. 20210212_065119.mp4 20210212_073509.mp4

If you put another set of springs underneath the pistons, once you spin the engine over you could have perpetual motion. When the springs on top have pushed the pistons down, the springs underneath will push them back up and so on and so forth 🤔. Doesn’t time fly, is it April 1st already?😂🤣🤓

Replacing your exhaust-bearings will restore HP.

Busted piston tops, bent valves and broken connecting rods if it managed to even crank over. You'd have to REALLY shorten the connecting rods, which would rob lots of HP and then spring steel is tempered at a low temp, WAY, below what would be in the cylinder. When they lose temper they aren't springs anymore. Whatever pressure they would add on the downstroke they would steal in the up stroke. All nonsense to me.

@8ntruck, if that is the biggest gripe you have today I would say you are living a charmed life. As for Mr. Musk and his choice of names for his creation, I guess the golden rule applies, "he who has the gold rules". In 1962 the Chevy 2 was introduced. It was a light weight affordable car with a four cylinder engine that delivered great gas mileage. The first thing the automotive magazines of that time did was figure out how a 327 V8 could be installed. (they knew the 348 would never fit) In the end the four cylinder engine was not a popular choice and most buyers went with the optional six cylinder engine. A couple of years later the second generation Chevy 2 came with a popular optional V8 engine.

It's okay. When my wife sees "red square" on the computer I just tell her it's a cold war history site, certainly not a gateway to me spending money on "those tractors"

Parents complaining about garage space taken by the horses and money are the only 2 things keeping me from buying more! My 314-8 wasn't supposed to be buying it, but i did. hhaha

Never really gave that much thought. So wondering what is proper relative to being a roadster, I ask Google. You are spot on, per Google, it is not a roadster. Borderline with the top thing, but mostly because it has four seats! And as far as needing a super galactic fast automobile....not for me......but I will say it is good stuff and has a silver lining. The filthy rich, who will by these cars, are paying the way through technological advances that will find their way into the everyday drivers needs. Kind of like NASCAR. I can't imagine the amount of safety and performance knowledge gained from building 200 mph circle burning cars. My gripe of the day; I can't have one. Oh well back to CL looking for a real no top horse that I might drive down the road! road·ster /ˈrōdstər/ Learn to pronounce noun an open-top automobile with two seats. a horse for use on the road

McMaster Carr is a little bit pricey but I use them from time to time. The thing that amazes me is that if I order before close of business on one day, it shows up on my front porch the very next day.

The crazy thing is the demo boats the press was turned loose in had two, three or FOUR of the things bolted to the transom. Top speeds were in the 70's. Boats were probably on the 30' to 50' in length. Let's see - 4x77,000 = 308,000 dollars. You've still got to pay for the boat!

My fancy horse head, with a logo profiled mane and hubcap wheels, a great match to the chrome horse headlight lens

Since the jobs are at a camp in the woods hours from home, so is the tractor. Right now a 310-8 with a 42" RD for mowing and for pulling a trailer for firewood and such. Next summer it'll be replaced by the hybrid I've been working on (518 topsides, 520-H frame and below) with a front-mounted flail mower. Plan is to add other easy-to-switch implements in front and rear (scoop, ripper, grader, log arch). No time for tinkering or extra maintenance there so we are aiming for one thoroughly capable tractor and its gotta be a worker.

I agree to a point Mike. My no cab 312H w/48" blade is my go to snow remover. It is fast and I can see well. BUT... when it is bitter cold, blowing, or dropping freezing rain, I always climb into the warm dry 520H.

I found those do-dahs on the aisle after the grinder sparks and pop rivet holes.

"I think"

Have three. My original 1989 414-8 which is refurbished that I use for snow plowing, snow throwing, moving dirt with blade, and towing items. A new to me 1991, 312-h that I aim refurbishing for my grandson, and a new to me, 520xi which is my long term FEL project. For me its quality. I rather make what I have better, stronger, safer, and always have that look like new condition, including the attachments.😀 When I gift the 312-h to my grandson, I will be at two. Perfect!

@Pollack Pete wow! That is a LOT! Would love to see a pic of the herd. I have on WH and something green and another black/rust so 3 in total that all run. Have to run for me. If I had more space I would have a couple more. Secretly dreaming of trading my Greene machine for a hydro WH to mow though..

Frank only nebulas when he drinks.

Yeah, google roadster definition. I couldn't believe it either. The Webster version roadster noun Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In road·ster | \ ˈrōd-stər \ Definition of roadster 1a: a horse suitable for riding or driving on roads b: a utility saddle horse of the hackney type 2a: a light carriage : BUGGY b: an automobile with an open body that seats two and has a folding fabric top and often a luggage compartment or rumble seat in the rear

It is.... Yepp. It's interesting how when you have something like this, others will find you. Two of our future projects were gifts from other Redsquare folk. Couple others, I wasn't even looking for a tractor at the time but I see them listed or someone mentions that they're for sale and the price is so low it's silly not to buy them..

That, my friend, is what’s known as fuzzy math. My wife says I am very good at fuzzy math… although, in this case, the math is actually working out. Mine does not always work out that well, LOL. Please don’t tell my wife.