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Happy Birthday to my little sidekick!

This is my first post and i figured id make it about what started me in this hobby. This is my grandfather's 857 he bought new in 1967 and was used for many years on the farm the engine blew up and they got a replacement, later there was issues with the fuel and they didn't have time to properly fix it and later it sat in the barn. My dad saved it from being scrapped in the early 2000's and it sat in our garage until about 3 years later i formed an interest in garden tractors and it became my first project. After many discouraging hours of work and help from my dad, fixing the fuel pump and fuel system and later replacing the piston rings it was finally in somewhat working order. Even though i like all my tractors this will always be my favorite. Thanks for a read, Ducky

Finished the early model 301 Jenny today.I only had a couple bolts and screws left over so feeling like I’m getting better putting them back together

When my mower deck rotted away i found some items around the shop and fashioned up this beauty. (At least in my eyes and my neighbor appreciated her driveway cleared)!!! I'll be watching the classified section for attachments for sale in my corner of the country. Just joined and i love seeing the dedication to this machinery. IMG_4388.mov

Taking a shot in the dark here as a first time poster. I am trying to figure out what might of happened to my fathers D200 that he sold around 2013 or so in Coventry, Rhode Island. We had it as the family workhorse from 2000 or so, previously it spent its life as the grounds tractor for a small mill doing mowing and snow removal. We had the snow blower, mower deck that I think we tried out once or twice and a home made plow blade. I recall when we he won it through a work auction (for like 1200 bucks) it was in decent shape with turf tires and plastic wheel weights. By the time we got done restoring it over the course of a few years we had Ag tires and added a 3-Point hitch weight block. It was a great father / son project I'd love to find out where it went to. Sadly when they sold their house they didn't have the space for it, and I wasn't able to obtain it due to being in a rental. I fondly recall the D200 cutting trails in on our property, blowing snow like it wasn't even there and pulling stumps. We tried for a few years sourcing the cultivator but could never find one that was local. Even as a kid the capability of the D200 blew my mind. The lack of power steering made it difficult to maneuver with the blower on but otherwise it was a stellar machine. I know Rhode Island is a small state and the Wheel Horse community is pretty tight knit. I'd like to think this tractor may have wound up in the hands of someone who frequents this forum.

This is a very cool vintage hat that i got from a relative a few months ago it features a 418-A and is from the local wheel horse dealer that went out of business years ago

Spent some time this morning making a plow angle rod that would be super tight and last for eons. Heim joints. We also swapped the rear axle bracket. The old plow frame had a removable cross bar, this one doesn't. Because this one is welded in place the home shop made bracket which holds the plow frame on the OUTSIDE of the frame isn't an option. No worries. We only have ½ dozen other brackets around... 😂 After that we made an up/down 🔗🔗🔗 chain for the plow frame. I found an old hunk of snow tire chains that were past worn out. Trina used a Big screwdriver to open the ends and remove 2 cross chains. I cut out a section of side chain about 14, 15 inches long. Sliced 2 links off the end after a trial fit and used a punch to open the ends for a ⅜ bolt. .. it sets nicely. No more movement from a sloppy ⅜ pin so the holes won't wallow out more. We then disassembled the rest of the pivot points. New bolts and hardware. Extra washer in between things. Nylock nuts holding everything together.

That's a factory gusset/frame for a 551. The top 2 bolts are visible in the pic and the bottom 2 bolts are under the frame rails. This is the transition tractor from the original 3pc trans to the more modern 2 pc trans.

Is that an old cow parlor? Reminds me when I was growing up. I lived in the village but my parents bought a house that was owned by the owners of a feed mill. They had horses and other animals at the house. There was an old carriage barn with 5 horse stalls and a indoor corral. How cool would it have been if I still lived there and was able to keep all of my Wheelhorse's in stalls.

I’m doing a school project and making a cutting disk for my bottom plow. So I will need a little bit of help with the dimensions of everything there. And explain the process of setting it up and proper usage. I will be posting pictures and updates as we go. The one I have looks like the old rusty one and what I want it to look like is the one with the cutting disk

Got one myself. Same hat different dealer.

So I pulled the 1057 out of the corner of the yard and put the axles back in the paint will have to wait. I was tired of looking at it not moving... so I thought the 10hp Kohler was siezed it wasn't..... don't know why I thought that but I had purchased a chi-na yanmar knock off 10hp diesel I herd decent things about the engine so I picked one up. So I have the c120 carcas around and was messing around and I think I looks bada$$ a little modification was needed to fit but it's on! since I rebuilt the snow blower the island hasn't seen enough snow for it......🤬

Definitely a 551. First and only mid engine with a two piece tranny case.

My riding mower hydraulic lift jack isn't big enough to lift my 520Lxi front end. It's lift capacity is only 300Lbs. I have all the tractor, set-up & deck manuals, but none of them has any capacities listed. Does anyone know what the weight would be at the front axle, with the 60" deck attached? Tractor Supply has a jack that will lift 550lbs. I rebuilt the entire tractor, including the engine, mower deck, pulley box, all new belts and a new PTO clutch. I was going to sell it, as I purchased it for a winter project, but I made the mistake of using it last spring and used it all summer. Sorta fell in love with it. I want to make the deck last and would like to be able to clean out the deck regularly, so it doesn't rust away. Can anyone give me numbers on front end weight? I appreciate it greatly!

Nice stable of tractors there. I immediately noticed the milk cow set up and what caught my eye was the barn cleaner paddles in the gutter. Spent all my formative years on my dads dairy farm in Iowa cleaning those stalls and milking cows every day! Chores before school, after school and ALL WEEKEND. Worst part was in the dead of winter, sub zero temps and the barn cleaner would break.....those stalls needed cleaning out EVERY DAY! Oh I don't miss those days

I had an 857, it to was a favorite of mine. I also had a Cub similar to yours there. Even though this is a Wheel Horse fourm, we all have soft spots for other brands. My 857 was in rough shape when I got it. When I sold it it shinned like a new penny. My Cub was a 106

They likely will be all horses but there are some other brands and models that I wouldn't mind having around

Man, . family on both sides were dairy farmers. That brings back memories and smells. That is awesome. Welcome

Yes, the barn has 88 stalls i believe but i forget how many cows my family used to milk but it was pretty close to that number but now half is used for beef cows in the winter and the other half is used for storage but maybe one day i will have every stall filled with garden tractors

that's a fun model of tractor. Can't beat the 8 horse.

Longbeards didn't seem to mind either.

to the Ducky. Great story and pictures. Like Mike said, what a nice storage ... a stall for each horse.

The ones I make also have a hole drilled for a cotter pin Here is one installed. Pin is not really required but is a good safety in case the tab breaks although I make my tabs much thicker so breakage is likely not going to happen.

@WheelHorse_Kid spoiled me on Tuesday. I went in super early to plow at work. He went out and plowed our whole driveway, path to my parents house and where we turn the tractors around with the wood trailer. He’s not home so My Wheel Horses are sitting mad at me in the garage. After 8 hours in the plow truck for work I brought the truck home and plowed the heavy wet snow with the truck. Took 5 minutes vs the hour it would have taken the horses to bust it all up. Still do have a little horse work maybe in a little bit Or maybe just see if it melts. update… I sprung Alex from his moms for a while today and he plowed a tad with the 604 and then used my bronco 14 with the 2 stage that came on my grandfathers 1848. His first time ever snow blowing. The wet and heavy bogged the 18hp vtwin a few times but it handled it. This was the first time ever using the wheel horse 2 stage for either of us. I personally think the ber-vac 2 stage I have does better and isn’t as heavy on the front end as this.

@ TONY TORO , as you know , when you grow up with encouragement , support , interest , that is the basis to build on . walking my grandkids thru problems , emphasising loss / defeat is not going to kill you , build on that , gaining confidence , that is the basis to do / try more . when they start to respond in a conversation with interest / insight , thats when it gets good , perfect time to emphasise the details of the issue . also always be there for a sounding board to issues , like it when they ask us for advise / opinion to a problem . common sense talk on a problem , gets it done . pete

I have good luck with the cheap ones, try again. Be sure that you have a good ground to the mounting bolt, perhaps run a wire to the battery ground.

Thanks Eric for the tag! Coulters are an interesting feature on a small plow like we use behind a GT. I feel like the work great for the purpose that they are intended, plowing a small food plot or garden. However, I echo the sentiments of @Pullstart when it comes to field plowing, coulters can be spell trouble. I still like to use one as much as the conditions will allow (a result of all of those years on my grandpas farm—all of our AG plows had them). We have lots of interesting information in the plowing thread regarding the usage and their proper setup. Good luck on the restore! I’m glad you’re saving another plow and making it fit for use once again!

I found a nice Hz saw way back when building the hoe. Super nice to be able cut big heavy stuff more quick and accurate or multiple pieces at a time plus you can work on other stuff while it's cutting. Found it used on CL too. Almost new Grizzly model. The guy had all the blade adjustments screwed up and even had it in his ad about how the thing won't cut straight.

Just make sure that you take these parts to your machine shop before work is done. I’ve gotten parts that customers have provided me me that were .003 off out of the box.

While in Florida visiting my wife's brother, we got a chance to pay a visit to @Zeek. As usual, he and Sue are the most accommodating hosts. Until next visit, I hope you stay well. Bob

Definitely collector items in our circle.

I don't believe you 'Fish... think I may just need to score a 551 and find out for myself... Me thinks you just skooled Kev and I.

Happy Birthday @TonyToro Jr.! You’re just a whipper snapper! Glad to have you around and interested in tractors!

Sorry for all the snow y'all are gettin up north. Warm winter in GA and an early spring. The Bermuda is actually peeking through brought out the 516 as a bad boy. Pressed the bulb a few times and fired up. No oil check or anything else - just a topped off battery. Paid for it out in the yard. Likes to stall heading up the hill. That lousy Onan carb has the main on the side of the bowl and I'm not one to carefully measure the float height. Took her out today, made a significant adjustment, checked oil, adjusted the carb screw and she now charges the hill. Next is to get to that back cylinder for a head bolt recheck. Front was easy. Lawn ready for a scalp soon. Stay warm!

At first glance it seems like most of the equipment for sale is on the other side of the country from me. Road trip excuses i guess.

Nice patina on her... a 857 is a favorite model around here & plenty of good advice to be had on her. Well duhh ... old granddad even has a pipeline!

It's a runner! Doesn't run too bad either! Got all the fluids changed. Ran some fuel oil through the transmission and flushed it good and refilled with fresh oil. Still needs some love. I outba new valve and rubber bushing on the fuel tank, gotta take the carb off and clean it good amd a new air filter. Leaking out around the fuel pump. Just needs some tlc and then it will for sale at the big show! 20230304_121726.mp4

Not an expert voice but calling out the difference between: - weight in or attached to the wheels/tires (supported at the ground only via tires) vs. - weight attached to the frame (supported by frame, transaxle, and wheel bearings then to the tires and then ground). There is less wear and tear on the tractor from the first than the second.

Kevin - looks like he is located across the Big Puddle - might be one of those Horses built in Belgium...... Bill

I did a quick search and can’t find that serial in any lists. Do you have more pictures by chance? Front axle? Dash? Engine?

Looks like it...

Yes picked them up skimming though the jungle site and they fit the 6" stack perfectly! Can't wait to have them plumbed on up on a running engine and tractor.

Happy birthday! Got a little snow last night where you are…go get some seat time!

I'm looking for most strength with the least amount of weight. I know it's probably a give and take

Always a good idea. A good engine shop will bore the cylinder as close as possible to the pistons you bring in, within the limits of course. Same with the crank.

An acquaint of mine used to campaign an Olds Starfire in a road race series. His roll cage was triangulate in 3 dimensions into a point that was on the centerline of the car about a foot off the car's floor, just behind thedriver's seat. That car also had an interesting carb. Class rules limited the carb to a more or less stock Rochester 2 barrel. That one was the big bore 2 barrel used on trucks, but with a casting number for the smaller class spec. carb.

Well, that’s triangulation to a point… it would prevent twisting for sure.

I have one o' them ... It is. The bane. Of my existence. It will properly retract about 1 in 30 times. But... It's important to remember I am regularly defeated by cardboard.