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I post a lot of pics of my Amish neighbor farming with his seven Belgium horses. Today was barley harvest day for the big corporate farmer. His operation always draws a crowd. Several of us watched for a couple hours as dozens of rabbits and a few deer escaped. One deer kept coming back to an area that had been cut. When she left the field alone, we assumed her new fawn had been hit by the machine. After they finished, I rode to the other end of the field and saw this hen with 10-12 poults. I herded them out of the field into the woods as a big planter was all ready replanting the field with soybeans. Look close and see a few of the poults about as big as a sparrow.. On the way back home as I passed the area that the doe kept returning to, there stood the doe and her fawn. It must have been laying in a depression allowing the combine to pass over its head. Quoting Mr. Frank Harvey " And now you know the rest of the story".

Tilmor tractor If you thought the Allis Chalmers Model G was the greatest thing since sliced bread and wish they were making them today I have good news for you. Tilmor, a small family owned Ohio based manufacturer is selling a new, improved, more powerful version of the “G”. They weren’t the first company to resurrect the concept of a rear engine open frame garden tractor. Page Dairy and Farm Equipment produced a small open-frame rear engine garden tractor in 1947 prior to the introduction of the “G,” in 1974 the John Blue Tractor emulated the famous “G” with limited success and a Nebraska firm named Tuff Bilt has been producing one since 1974. The Tuff Bilt began in Cumming, GA, as the Thomas-Bilt and company ownership has changed hands several times since then. The “Tilmor” tractor has a similar structural appeal as the G, but this modern tractor is definitely not the G, according to Lydell Steiner, project coordinator. “It’s kind of in that weird category,” said Steiner. “As we spent time listening to the owners of Gs, we really listened to what are some of the things we need to do, to make it ready for markets in the 21st century.” The Tilmor improves upon the G in almost every way, especially with the addition of quick-lock attachments that allow for the changing or adjusting of implements in a matter of minutes. The frame includes mid- and rear-mount toolbars, and it also includes multiple open hitches, similar to Reese hitches, that allow for additional implements or attachments to suit the operator’s needs. The tractor also includes modern lighting, and a rollover bar and safety belt. It’s powered by either a 23 horsepower gas or diesel engine, plenty of power for tilling, cultivating, planting or mowing. The tractor is being made by the Steiner family, owners of Venture Products, and they’ve been making their own tractors and attachments since the 1970s. Since 2000, they’ve built the Ventrac compact tractor and attachments, and with more than 300 employees, the company is still growing. The Steiners have been working on the Tilmor tractor for the past six years, trying to build a good tractor for an emerging market of small growers. “As we see the increase of the number of smaller specialty farms, whether it be organics or vegetables, we really want to support those individuals and that industry with a tool and equipment that will last,” Lydell said. The tractor can be used in northeast Ohio, where specialty crops are popular, but the Steiners also hope to be successful across the country and internationally. Lydell is currently working on a tractor in Nicaragua, and the family hopes to work in African countries and eastern Europe, as well. Putting the tractor to the test is important, not only so that it holds up and proves reliable, but also so that it can fitted to different kinds of farms, with different kinds of farming practices and also different types of soil. Attachments include specialized cultivators, planters, tillers and harvest equipment, and more implements are being made as the tractor evolves. Lydell said the Tilmor project “is a passion” and a vision that connects with who he is as a person, wanting to find solutions for small growers and also for growers around the world. “It’s not an easy undertaking,” he said. “But it’s one we believe in, and we’re glad we’re doing.”

@Pullstart Plow Day 2024 - First Row of the day... Didn't get the flip flops in the picture...

The C-121 is a great garder tractor. The one I have is a 1978. The 12 hsp Kohler is strong and the manual 8 speed transmission is just fine. Any parts that fit another "C" series tractor are interchangeable...as are the transmissions. If there is an issue, it is the gas tank being under the seat. A pump bulb primer, or a fuel pump takes care of any hard starting issues. Keeping a full tank helps also. All "C" series horses that have the tank under the seat can have this issue. Not a big deal and an easy fix. Unless you mess with larger and smaller pulleys, the top speed of all "C"s is about the same. A manual should state the speeds through all the gears. Check out our "manual section".

Remember that the seal is only 1/8" thick. Don't dig too deep.

I would like to tell you that I'll be the ugly guy at the show but that would include most of us!

Now, that’s a machine! What’s that, like 700 horses? And who doesn’t like a happy ending? It’s incredible the fawn escaped that thing. Thanks for sharing an uplifting story. Always appreciated.

That's pretty close!

Singles for that tractor. However, I am a fan of duals. LOL

Sorry to correct ya gent’s but im not a real German, im a Bavarian ( we are the Rednecks in Germany) 😂😂😂 German is for us Guy’s in the deep south of Germany sometimes like a foreign language 😎😂😂😂 - but i was little bit trained in to understand.... 😂😂😂😂 Only 4 day‘s left ...😇🤐🥳🙏😂🤪🤫🥰

I was thinking it was other way around but your probably right. You have me curious know will try and look at model number on my gt14 next time Im at shop.Will also try and get pic of switch... I could of swore mine was a 69 but may have looked at it wrong. Here is the only pics I have on phone at the moment...

That implement hoist is outstanding!!! As I sit here with a back that's hurting, I'm thinking that's the cat's meow...

Been looking forward to meting you. Now that I know you are a redneck German and my father was German and I'm somewhat of a redneck I guess we will have a lot in common.

How is mike going to find his way around without you?

What ya think Jimmy, should we prepare him for how ugly the Squonk really is? The Red Square Squonk

Looking forward to meeting you anyway!

yes Dan, i know exactly what ya mean. i‘m also that curious if things work, that i accept sometimes such minor fails. that‘s not leddion learned, that‘s part of the Game on us. 🤪😎😂 Oh boy John, Shouls we now hide the tools from you ? Or did ya go in challenge with Kevin in bumps and bruises ? 😂😂😂😂

Jammed up? Like possibly stuck in 2 gears at once? Pull the shifter out and look inside. The shifter forks hole should look like a small rectangle when it's in the neutral position and both forks centered. One should ALWAYS be centered depending on gear selection. If both forks are off center it's in 2 gears at once and will Lock up. You can use a large screw driver to move them if that's the case.

Hello, First post here and looking forward to some good info, idea swapping and some banter..... Anyway, I'm in England and about to buy a garden tractor. It's main job will be grass cutting a medium size undulating paddock together with pulling small trailers of logs. I could probably get away with a lightweight lawn tractor but I'm a bloke and like heavy metal - so it has to be an old-ish Wheelhorse. I've found a C121 model in full working order, very original but a bit rough round the edges, though mechanically sound - exactly how I want it. Please would one of you tell me where this model fits into the general WH hierarchy? I'm assuming it's from the 1970s? Is it a well thought of tractor? Are spares still available? What sort of speed can I expect in top gear/high range? I ask because my nearest pub is about 2 miles away and hosts a vintage tractor meet regularly! Any particular issues or bad points to look out for? Thanks in advance, appreciate any helpful info.

The 1978-79 C-Series are some of my favorite. I have a few of them.

I want to say sorry for not responding to individual posts and thank you for all the compliments on my restoration. I think I’m going to go with single rear wheels. Good news is that now I have a nice extra set of rims and tires. Maybe I have to restore another tractor to put them on?😂😂 I do have a C-161 Twin Automatic that I inherited from my step grandfather. He’s the guy that got me into Wheel Horse tractors in 1982.

You guys are making me think I should rent out camping spots in my back yard. $20 for 2 nights, you supply the tent.

1/2" X 70" is correct. What is you belt # ? If you got an A70 that belt is actually 72" long. I have an 857 and the belt that's on it is a 4L700

Rotary plow on a gravely is a beast to be reckoned with! As is the brush mower, the dog thrower (snowblower) and any other attachment. This one is just about 50 years old, my dad bought it new and I was mowing the neighbors back field with it when I was 10. Still going strong, I am thinking I will finally get around to painting it up a bit this year.

Gotta keep this one close. By the diameter of those bases, he has some potential to be a shooter this fall. The face looks young, but the body lines and big gut put him at a 4yo.

Not going... Kev is our mule...

Flywheel painted. Engine during cleaning. Soaked with degreaser. Engine cleaned up ready for more disassembly. Starter as removed after engine cleaning.

Thank you Steve I hope it's not too out of your way. Hit @Pullstart up for some gas money...

I have room to haul it.

Better breakfast down the street at the Chambersburg Family Diner.

Good deal, sounds like you don't need to dive into the transmission. The pulley has a set-screw and a square key locking it to the shaft. Sounds like the set-screw isn't tight and the key has broken or come out.

They built something on that lot at the Comfort Inn. Picnic tables at the Quality Inn worked well last year

Have yo ever seen those tensegrity tables? I had that idea in mind, then it transformed into what you see. My hope, is that it all works on the planned engine at the show! Once again, there will be not much room for adjustment once it’s all assembled, and I won’t know if it works until we get there!

Yes that'll work. There are several videos in our Transmission Section to help you. Be sure to have a good place to hold the transmission securely on a bench or work surface. Once you've got it open post more pics. We'll help you through whatever you need to do or replace. Parts are still readily available by placing an ad on our Wanted section or contacting one of the vendors here on Redsquare.

Look for two items when you open it. The shift fork for Hi-Lo could be broken... Stray needle bearing rollers (needles) from a broken bearing that can damage gear teeth..... they may show up in the catch pan along with the oil when you drain the Unidrive.

We were in the truck for some 14 hours travelling from our mid-Mo location to our mid-Mi location. Met our oldest son and his wife for dinner in northern In. When the check came, I reached for it, he snatched it out of my hand, saying "happy Father's Day". The almost 10 year old, 130,000 mile Ram 1500 delivered about 21mpg on the trip. I still am amazed that the 4000 lb truck with a 5.7 L hemi that makes something like 385hp is able to do that. My '72 Chevy C10 with a small block gets something like 12 or 13mpg. I guess that is what 30 years of development on engine controls and aerodynamics produces.

Yup! LOL This was a 12" X 3/16 drill bit and only grabbed it at the base to loosen the chuck a couple days ago. The carbide tip wore right off on rebar or something as I was pushing on hammer drill for a little bit. ALMOST THERE! LOL Seared and actually puffed a little smoke off the fingers too. I thought it would be hot, BUT not that hot! LOL

This is the electric lift that has been on my shelf for a loooooong time. I do not have the electric motor, but all the other parts appear to be complete....'cept for one exploded bearing you see. Asi de from some surface rust, it isn't twisted or otherwise damaged. For all seen in these pics--$75 + 24 ship (heavy pkg). For just the lift tube and internals...with gears.. $50 + 20 ship charge. (excluding the Yoke & threaded rod and HD brackets )

Eich Bien ein fauschnaut munter... or whatever it was that JFK said.

I guess 300 years ago my family were strict German speakers then! I am looking forward to meeting a German Redneck!!

Wallfish. Thanks for some info. I just tried exactly what you had suggested. The gear move very easily. Nothing jammed. The hi lo however is stuck in hi I bealive. The pulley on the outside of the transmission stopped moving while I was cutting grass. It now moves a little and slips once a revolution

That one has wheels and later models used skid shoes. Yes, it will fit and work on your 175

I don’t think there’s any? I think the tall shoot model didn’t start until the late eighties, and then there’s the two stage model which is a totally different animal.

You know when you're pretty sure that a surface is HOT, but you just can't help yourself from touching it to be positive?? It was kind of like that. Lesson learned....again.

In the Transmission Section we have a thread called Bearing and Seal cross numbers If you click into the link above and scroll down to the 3rd pic you'll see these numbers: Wheelhorse 100442 SKF 6105

Download the Demystification Guide so you can trace each electrical circuit. The 9 pin connector and fuse block are often the problem areas, many Wheel Horse models have those but for some reason the 520H and Onan gets all the blame. The 520H has three relays that does add complication but they are rather reliable unless connectors are corroded. If that tractor sat out in the weather all bets are off, I would never consider purchasing a weather tractor.

Answer is surprisingly simple. You need another tractor. No coin flip that way Function/fit through a gate=singles Bad ass-drive through a fence section=duals Room alone would give me pause. If you got it go big!

If you want to try the Necco wafers in oil they have them at "Cracker Barrel".