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The memorial service for Phil Bowling was the hardest thing I have ever had to do at the Annual Wheel Horse Show. We were friends for over 20 years and had been to many tractor shows together. Phil always helped me load up my Wheel Horses and after the show and then we would go out to a restaurant and spend the rest of the night talking. Knowing Phil, the service had to be fitting just for him. The rider less Wheel Horse was set up by Scott Shear and I and it was well evident that everyone at the Wheel Horse Show understood the meaning. And yes, those were Phil's ashes on the seat of the Wheel Horse, it was his last ride. It was in true spirit that every person had their tractor engine shut off except Phil's and at one point when I looked out to everybody all standing silent with their hats not on their heads but draped over their heart .... I was really choked up. At the young age of 55 years old God must have taken Phil to repair something in Heaven of get an explanation on how something works. R.I.P. Phil Bowling I'm sorry I do not have any pictures or video for this post. Wild Bill in Richmond VA

Didn’t get too many parts or any new tractors from show but thanks to the thoughtfulness, and kindness of Kevin @PullstartI brought what feeds my mind and warms my soul. A van load of exotic wood cut offs . Precious stuff much of it at or over 3 feet in length. I will be sharing it with my son who’s already salivating over it. My mind is already racing with the many possibilities for it so stay tuned. Thank you for thinking of me Kevin.

2023 Big Show Video Here’s my video from the show this year. It was a wet year but not bad overall, had a great time.

It’s nothing, compared to the Casimiro Sousa & Sons hand plane that was given to me by such a kind man! I have a lot to be thankful for at the show. I didn’t buy any machines myself, but picked up one harbored by @roadapples, Guy and @Ed Kennell, was gifted this plane by Cas, and Jeremy @p38js really did a contribution for Rylee. He put a small price tag on the load, but it was nothing compared to the goods he delivered to her. So many stand up people in this community! I’m honored! I’ll touch on the tractors in another thread, but thank you to everyone who made this year so special!

just picked up this C165!! just dont know about this model , needs a new drive belt and a pin to hold the hood in place .

I first met Jay (Roadapples) about 8 years ago. We both got a lot of laughs from each other's posts but we had never met. Jay was driving his C-160 with the loader and back hoe by my spot and had the "Horse Mask " on the hood and he activated the "Whinnie horn" I waved him over and a friendship was born. Jay's brother Guy gave me the mask and horn at the show which I didn't know was coming. I had a hard time controlling my emotions. I don't think I could have come home with anything more valuable! I will install the horn better in the coming days.

I'll Add These To The List Just some random pics. I forgot to clean my camera lens, not thinking about posting any of these. I'll try to do better next year

Oh my gosh, can you imagine how big the pile of destroyed tractors would be if these two grew up together ???

Hello all, Miss the show already... wish it was like a week long!! Lol Anyways... I sold this tractor with ~300 odd hours 5 or 6 years back. It quit 2 or 3 years back and was left in field where it died. Friend said "no spark..." can I fix. I reluctantly agreed to and dreaded it... but today I took all apart, gave it a bath and started taking all 500 screws and bolts out to get to ignition module. Clean cylinder barrels and so on... With tip from @Sparky I downloaded manual from here on RS and started following ignition troubleshooting step by step. Found issue, tested for spark... got exact results that Onan says is good to go and BOOM.... fire in pipes! Going back together now and then a long run to make sure it's not heat related. Lincoln from A-Z parts also was very helpful in letting me know ow tips and tricks to look for P.S. let me know what you think of the auxiliary heavy duty cooling kit! 20230625_123621.mp4 Tony 20230625_123936.mp4 20230625_123259.mp4

Nice day to do some short vids of the tractor that had three shades of red I did over last summer. Hope you enjoy them. HDV_0004.MP4 HDV_0005.MP4 HDV_0006.MP4

After getting some much needed rain here in Pennsylvania decided to get the Herd together for a group photo From left to right ......1960 model 550 Wheel Horse Suburban , 1961 model 701 Wheel Horse (missing engine) , 1966 model 856 Wheel Horse ( aka: "Old Smokey" ) , 1967 model 1057 Wheel Horse , 1970 Commando V8 Wheel Horse ( aka: "Old Bessy") , 1971 Charger 12 Automatic Wheel Horse .

Kevin and Don, Thanks so much for capturing these moments. I was not sure how everyone would react to this Wheel Horse Wedding BUT I did see everyone got a good laugh out of this. Brandon and Samantha are going to get married and I watched Brandon grow up from the Annual Wheel Horse, he was a good kid who grew up to be a good man and for several years brought "Sam" to the show . I talk with Brandon's mom through Facebook and told her that I will have a present for them at the show ..... A Wheel Horse Wedding! I think the kids had a few sleepless nights wondering just what Wild Bill had up his sleeve! Now I did have member come up to me at the show and ask me if I was ordained to perform the ceremony and started to tell me all the legalities involved. My reply was that I'm only ordained in B.S. and the wedding was for fun. Telling the people at the show that we were going to have a wedding at the show during day got all kinds of reactions BUT when people started to see Sam with a wedding vail on and bride's maids all dressed the same at their tractor display .... folks started to realize .... there really is going to be a wedding at the show! I had to put some fun Wheel Horse thoughts into this from the wedding march song :She's so fine me 409" from the first song on the cruise night play list, the brides maids, Wheel Horse Key rings for the wedding rings to reading from the "Book of Unidrive". I hoped y'all enjoyed the fun. Wild Bill in Richmond VA

More pics. Not a great pic but JR makes his grand entrance Wed. Night. Man the pumps! A horse at " Work!" Where's Waldo!!! Pooch city Joe M's Jeep Busy under the roofs The gas cap " oasis" View from the "Picnic Table of Knowledge

Drove 150 miles today to pick up this 702. The original owner recently passed away and the new owner said it sat behind the shed uncovered for at least the past 25 years. The good news is that it is all original and has a sickle bar. It also has attached to the tractor is the frame for a snowplow but the plow could not be found. The bad news is the motor is locked and the transmission shifts through all gears but the axles will not turn. The original tires are falling off the rims but the rims are solid. The hood and fenders are toast but the remaining metal is all good. I’m not sure if it can be saved or not. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks

To you Kollin since you are still very young and impressionable ,Richard not only is kind but he is also extremely wise as evidenced in countless comments he has made over the years referring to many different subjects not always relating to tractors or machinery . Comments such as “ when they try to keep you out, you draw them in” have a lot of meaning and good advice if you allow yourself to read ,think about, and understand them. You will learn a lot from the individuals in here like Richard ,tractors probably being the subject of least importance . It is people like that that will make a lasting impression in your life which will benefit you and you can pass on to others. Great of you to recognize good when you see it. Take advantage of it and always let them know that their words were not wasted.

I feel the same way about this and it's the best thing I came home with. Jay's brother, Guy asked if I would want his RS banner. ABSOLUTELY I replied! It will be displayed at my canopy every year I go and I'm very glad to have it !

I got this nifty Scotch Lock from @wallfish !

Like 2 little kids out playing in the mud puddle

Wheelie Machine is right lol

NICE So glad you caught @Jrblanke James and @Pullstart Kevin playing with the wheelie tractor. That was the only video I tried and then screwed it up! That was funny to watch those guys having a good time

I never thought I would cry at the show, however seeing Phil’s tractor driving ever so slowly with his hat and ashes on the seat being held by his belt literally brought me to tears. What a moving and somber moment. Although I did not know Phil I do know people that did and they all said the same thing. He was one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. And so I say I hope he rests in peace and may God bless him 😢

We are not made of sugar, so ignore the rain. To meet peoples in person and have a good time wipes the few Raindrops away, The most i be happy when i be next year at the Show and see all ya guy‘s and ladies face to face. sadly i wasn‘t able to make it to the Big Show this year. Thanks for all the impressions. May the Lord protect all of you.

Very nice and with a deck ! That model was made from 1980-1984. If you find the model number tag we can tell you it’s exact year.

And how many trips to the Bumps and Bruises thread we’d take? It would be totally awesome @Jrblanke if we were neighbors!

Bill, I could tell your emotions were welling up inside of you, but you were strong and held it together very well. What an honor it was to give your friend a send off like you did. I did not know the man personally, but was in reverence to be there for his memorial service. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it.

It was truly a heart tugging moment but an awesome memorial to have that honor done for your friend Phil. And don't worry about the pics Bill as the RS members have you covered. @Pullstart Kevin got a great video of it and you can see it already posted in this thread on Phil Bowling

Have 3 projects going at the moment. First is trying to get the stairs done for the addition, second installing 51'' frost posts for an addition off of the 2 car garage and third relocating the fire pit. Rented the Excavator for 1 week because of the weather this year it has been tough to have anything go on schedule. It has been since the late 70's and early 80's that I have been in the seat of a backhoe. Operated a 580 case for a short time in the plumbing trade and felt good to get in a newer more comfortable machine. A bit of a learning curve but feeling more comfortable. My hat goes off to all equipment operators for their skills needed particularly when next to an open trench and working close to buildings. Kubota was delivered on Wednesday and finished this morning and will be picked up on Wednesday. Those 2 machines worked well together, what one didn't do the other did.

Agree with Sylvan on tires and decking. Be sure whatever decking you use is"DRY" or will shrink and move after installed. Not sure a year is enough for milled lumber. Typically they recommend one year per inch of thickness to achieve 15% moisture. Those tires have a stronger sidewall and eliminate a lot of movement back and forth on trailer.

I have 2x8 PT on my 5x8 trailer. Solid as a rock after 12 years... Goodyear Endurance Tires- very pleased.

For some reason that photo doesn't look right.

Get well soon wheelhorse brother. Prayers for you and yours

My prayers are with you Richard. Loving father Touch Richard now with your healing hands for I believe that your will is for him to be well in mind body soul & spirit Cover him with the most precious blood of your son our Lord Jesus Christ From the top of his head to the souls of his feet. Get well soon Richard.

I was the Blessed one, she will be taken care of, going to festivals and parades. A nice one I won’t have to restore. Thanks to the team that did a Fabulous job. A nice add to my 52 tractor collection. I had no idea to win, just got out of the rain and decided to buy a few tickets that my Girlfriend filled out for me. (She is my lucky charm).

Mystery mower 1998 520xi with a fabricated Jeep body. runs mows, and two can ride on it oh yeah the wheel horse cops at the show looked it over real good!

Yesterday me and the big guy went and picked me up a go kart I realized I should have used our big tilt trailer

Van, Thank You for the kind words. Phil only had his mother left for family, but she has really bad dementia and is in medical care. Phil was big part of his community, and this was shown by the all the people who traveled from Virginia to Pennsylvania to be at his memorial during the Wheel Horse Show which was his favorite show. His circle of friends in the mechanical world were every where.. Now I don't believe in ghosts, UFO's or the Loch Ness Monster but there was a sign that he was there and was happy. Wild Bill in Richmond VA

I dunno. That is one kinky machine. May be better to adapt to it instead of trying to make it adapt to you.

Great looking ride! That fuel tank strap in black looks awesome, adds some contrast. Not sure why (whole machine looks great) but that caught my eye.

Just gassed up, last time for this trip. Another 1 1/2 hrs to home. Rear air lift was 50 psi going to the show. 80 psi from the show. 40 psi for final leg of trip.

I use plastic corrugated split loom and zip tie-it to the frame where needed. Allows for flex and while moisture can get in, it can also get out. Since you are doing a full re-wire, I’m sure you’ll do wired grounds. You might consider wiring for backup lights, even if you won’t have them initially. You might also, since will have a fused, 12v circuit through the 7-pin connector, consider adding wiring for a 12v marine-grade socket like one of these either at the tongue or tail (or both)? Handy if you need to run an inflator or other 12v device. Standard socket Fancy socket with USB connections -

Yeah... I got you slackers.

I'm praying for you brother Richard. May God heal and comfort you in this time of trial.

@c-series don you’re a big man to let your emotions go at a tractor show! It was great to talk with you and stand with you during the memorial yesterday.

Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery.

Richard is a good man, and will be put on the prayer list at my church tomorrow. Any updates of his condition will be much appreciated. Richard, if you are reading this, trust and believe your presence at the Big show was greatly missed.

Ol' Roy here has been on a back burner for years, took him for his first ride today. Need to to a bit of adjusting on the hydro linkages. But overall it's good.