rmaynard 15,580 #1 Posted November 27 ...and the rest is history. I'm so glad that back in November of 2009, the day before Thanksgiving, I was looking for a plastic dash for my 1977 B-100. I stumbled upon this site and the rest is history. So many friendships have been created just for the sake of finding a new dash. Today, the day before Thanksgiving 15 years later, I am truly thankful to have found RedSquare. 🦃 8 6 13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,852 #2 Posted November 27 Ditto on the sentiments... Amazing site and people!!! 9 years ago for me... 3 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 68,148 #3 Posted November 27 Same. Same. Such an amazing site. I'm a youngster. 7.5, 8 years for me? 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bar Nuthin 419 #4 Posted November 27 Recent WH owner and member here. So glad to have this community as a resource. 7 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,343 #5 Posted November 27 Nine years for me , and 7 years of putting up with @squonk . 8 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,453 #6 Posted November 27 Or do you actually mean @squonk putting up with you Waldo 9 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyToro Jr. 1,519 #7 Posted November 27 It’ll be 3 for me in January 8 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kenneth R Cluley 530 #8 Posted November 27 Usually check site first thing in the morning. Cup of coffee and just scroll through, like sitting down with a bunch of old friends and chatting about anything and everything life throws at you. Thank you all! 4 2 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darrenw85 620 #9 Posted November 27 I'll be at 17 years in January. 6 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,706 #10 Posted November 27 42 minutes ago, Kenneth R Cluley said: like sitting down with a bunch of old friends and chatting about anything and everything life throws at you. Well said, twelve years and counting for me. 11 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Easton Rich 313 #11 Posted November 27 Just rolled over 2 years for me 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ML3 1,253 #12 Posted November 27 January will be just 2yrs for me. However, I believe I've gotten years & years worth of knowledge etc in such a short time. 6 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,582 #13 Posted November 27 I have trouble remembering what I did yesterday, so what I was doing over 12 years ago when I joined is lost in my memory bank. I do know I will never forget the friends I have found here. RIP Jay. 2 1 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,299 #14 Posted November 27 18 years for me, not here as often as I like, but still my favorite place 4 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,288 #15 Posted November 27 14 years for me. I remember going to the Pageant of Steam in 2009 and seeing a WH line up there and said wow people collect them. I have no idea why i picked New Years Day to join. It's been great except for having to put up with Waldo and actually having him riding in my truck in search of lost restaurants. 1 9 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EB-80/8inPA 1,662 #16 Posted November 27 8 hours ago, rmaynard said: just for the sake of finding a new dash. So, it’s been fifteen years now; did you ever find that dash? 8 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,425 #17 Posted November 27 @rmaynard Bob, you were the very first RedSquare member I met when I first set foot on the South Mountain Fairgrounds for my first Wheel Horse show back in 2011. We chatted, you said I had to meet this guy @stevasaurus, you brought me over to him and introduced us, and the rest is indeed history. This place has been such a huge resource for me over the years, both for the information and the great people here, I never would have been able to stay with the brand for all this time without all of you. Thanks for everything, and everybody enjoy your Thanksgiving tomorrow! 4 2 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,852 #18 Posted November 27 41 minutes ago, EB-80/8inPA said: So, it’s been fifteen years now; did you ever find that dash? Careful... Mods are gonna make him put it in the wanted section...! 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,580 #19 Posted November 27 39 minutes ago, EB-80/8inPA said: So, it’s been fifteen years now; did you ever find that dash? Actually I met Mike McGuire (MikesRJ) who taught me how to refurbish old ones, which started a little cottage industry for me for awhile. So, yes I did take care of my dash problem, and a long with it, a whole tractor. You can see it in my user icon. 4 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,580 #20 Posted November 27 10 minutes ago, tunahead72 said: @rmaynard Bob, you were the very first RedSquare member I met when I first set foot on the South Mountain Fairgrounds for my first Wheel Horse show back in 2011. We chatted, you said I had to meet this guy @stevasaurus Yes, I remember that Ed. A lot of water under the bridge since then. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,706 #21 Posted November 28 My first foray into websites on garden tractors was a total letdown, only had one person respond to my question and it wasn't at all helpful. Searched around the internet a bit more, found RedSquare, joined, asked my question and came back the following day to find that @meadowfield from England had provided a detailed answer followed by over a dozen welcomes and positive suggestions. I was so impressed that I began reading other posts, learning a lot while gaining respect for the caliber of people on this site. Since that time I haven't missed a day on here if I have internet availability. I had serious separation anxiety last year for the seven weeks that I was hospitalized and had no internet. 1 4 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,808 #22 Posted November 28 I’ve been here on RS since 2010 and don’t really do any other social media. Between here and the Big Show I’ve met so many like minded people, some becoming good friends. As a kid in 80’s I was thinking “I wonder if I’m the only kid that likes Wheel Horse tractors this much?” Then came the internet and I found out about the Big Show in PA and I went to the second show. As soon as I got there I realized that I’m not the only one that has such a strong appreciation for WH tractors. Since then I’ve only missed 3-4 shows. When I started on RS I had no idea how much of an impact it would have on my life. It’s certainly fueled my addiction to these machines. There’s so many nice and knowledgeable people here that never respond in a condescending manner, no matter what the question posted is. Advice given here always seems to be correct, unlike some other sites. Somehow it is self policing and not nice people don’t stick around here. For years I thought I knew a fair amount about WH tractors but then I joined here and still learn new things all the time. Anyway I’m thankful to be here with you guys, and I plan on sticking around for a long time!! God Bless. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,075 #23 Posted November 28 It seems everywhere else on the net or just reading the news can boil the blood and raise blood pressure. This place might possibly be the only sanctuary on the internet for common courtesy, friendliness, advise (WH or not) and encouragement. I still venture out there into the darkness of the web more often than I probably should but I always come back to this little oasis nestled in the middle of all that chaos. I'm truly thankful to have this place to go. At the time I had no idea what a Wheel Horse was when I bought a 416-8 with a Ark FEL, maybe 2006-7? ( Super lucky) Then built a back hoe for it and starting sharing that on the web without even knowing there would be any interest in it. That's when I found this place and the crazy addiction began. Then found a RJ-58 and I didn't know the difference between a Clinton and a Kohler or even where the points were. People here were always friendly. offering advice and help. This simple little hobby of a bunch of old men playing with their little red lawnmowers has changed my life to certain degree. Changed for the better! So many friendships made over the years and all of them are something I'm thankful for. 3 6 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MainelyWheelhorse 555 #24 Posted November 28 I've been a member here for six months... My first real introduction to the group was the 2024 Meet and Greet at @JCM 's house in September. It's kinda funny as I was figuring out how long I have been here, I looked at my first post. @87 416-8 horse mentioned something about eventually getting another tractor.... how prophetic he was! I've definitely found a good group of people here and gained a lot of knowledge on the ins and outs of these tractors. All while befriending some @ebinmaine and creating a camaraderie with many others. I have definitely benefited in more ways than one finding this site. 7 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jay bee 906 #25 Posted November 28 (edited) It’s been about 81/2 years of pure education for me here on RS. I learn something every time I visit the site. I am so impressed and amazed at the expertise and knowledge of many of the members here. And they are so willing to show and explain solutions to problems without judgement for the member seeking help. I have not met very many of the members here, but the few I have met in person display every positive attribute that many others talk about on this forum. I am glad and proud to be associated with such fine people. I give thanks for all the moderators this Thanksgiving Day. Especially @nylyon Edited November 28 by jay bee 7 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
