WH Model 595 HD

[JCM 10,011]

Can any of you WH  Historians Enlighten me on this 595  R & D.  Looks like a cross between an 88 and 89  500 Series and a   C-195.

[Achto 28,687]

Found this from 2015

 

Edited December 22, 2024 by Achto

[953 nut 57,755]

 

[rmaynard 15,905]

I saw this beautiful machine back in 2011 or 2012 at the Big Show. It was a creation of the imagination of Eldon Gladfelter (kj4kicks). I believe it was bought by another RedSquare member David Cline several years later. I don't know where it is now.

[8ntruck 7,368]

What is the engine in that?  A 20 horse Onan?

[JCM 10,011]

Is this the member that did the build @rmaynard  Bob.  Eldon ?  I believe it is a 20 HP Onan.  @8ntruck

[kpinnc 13,659]

That machine was gorgeous. Eldon could turn a restoration faster than anyone I’ve ever seen, and they were absolutely as nice as the day they came off the assembly line. 
 

The story on that machine started as just any other mod, but quickly developed into a bit of a practical joke- complete with some fuzzy old pictures of another 595HD found in the woods to add to the “validity” of the supposed rare model. It even had faded paint and decals to add to the authenticity. Of course it was all in fun, but was a very nice tractor regardless. 
 

If you look close- you’ll see D series hubs and rear wheels, and a 60-inch deck. Everything looked factory. 

Edited December 22, 2024 by kpinnc

[ebinmaine 70,555]

7 hours ago, kpinnc said:

That machine was gorgeous. Eldon could turn a restoration faster than anyone I’ve ever seen, and they were absolutely as nice as the day they came off the assembly line. 
 

The story on that machine started as just any other mod, but quickly developed into a bit of a practical joke- complete with some fuzzy old pictures of another 595HD found in the woods to add to the “validity” of the supposed rare model. It even had faded paint and decals to add to the authenticity. Of course it was all in fun, but was a very nice tractor regardless. 
 

If you look close- you’ll see D series hubs and rear wheels, and a 60-inch deck. Everything looked factory. 

 

 

Same thread you shared that shows the C160 "HD".

Also a super cool rig.  

[rmaynard 15,905]

13 hours ago, JCM said:

Is this the member that did the build @rmaynard  Bob.  Eldon ?  I believe it is a 20 HP Onan.  @8ntruck

 

Yes, that is Eldon. He had a kitchen supply company, and made various aftermarket parts for Wheel Horses. Among other things, he had custom hoses, footrest mats, etc. He used to be on the board of the WHCC, but after a rift with some of the other board members, I haven't seen him at the show for years. Overall good (and talented) guy in my opinion.

[JCM 10,011]

Thank you Bob. Yes I remember those rubber footrests. Didn't know he owned that. Wish I could find that same material he made those out of. @rmaynard     There are many talented RS members on here for sure !

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,234]

This tractor conversation reminds me of this. Click on the picture in the link for a list of some of the contents. Would be nice to know the application.

 

 

[ebinmaine 70,555]

1 hour ago, gwest_ca said:

Would be nice to know the application.

Wow!

27" diameter rear tires??!?

 

I can't believe they'd even clear the rear 3/4" diameter rod for the steps with the steps off!

 

[Handy Don 13,334]

1 hour ago, ebinmaine said:

Wow!

27" diameter rear tires??!?

 

I can't believe they'd even clear the rear 3/4" diameter rod for the steps with the steps off!

 

C-195 frame!

[rmaynard 15,905]

7 hours ago, JCM said:

Wish I could find that same material he made those out of ...

Try Rubber-Cal. The product is called ramp cleat, 1/8". They sell direct and through Amazon.

[JCM 10,011]

59 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

Try Rubber-Cal. The product is called ramp cleat, 1/8". They sell direct and through Amazon.

Thank you Sir