Martin 2,132 #151 Posted September 11, 2013 looks real nice denny, bringing it to jacksonville? on a side note, glad to see im not the only one with bench work space covered with so much stuff that theres no where to work........ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #152 Posted September 11, 2013 looks real nice denny, bringing it to jacksonville? on a side note, glad to see im not the only one with bench work space covered with so much stuff that theres no where to work........ I'm tryin to get it done in time for the Jacksonville show, still have a few things to finish up..... Funny you say that about the work bench, I told Teri last weekend that I have too much "stuff" out. I can't find anything without having to look for it and everything has red paint dust on it, I can't wait to get this project done so I can clean this mess up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #153 Posted September 15, 2013 I got this finished up today, overall I'm pretty happy with how it turned out considering I painted this one myself. 13 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 650 #154 Posted September 15, 2013 I got this finished up today, overall I'm pretty happy with how it turned out considering I painted this one myself. You should be Denny! That is one gorgeous piece of eye candy! Very nice work. Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,555 #155 Posted September 15, 2013 That is NICE!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #156 Posted September 16, 2013 Looks really nice Denny. You've got some serious shine on that paint! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,175 #157 Posted September 16, 2013 Looks really nice Denny. You've got some serious shine on that paint! I agree Denny!!! Thats some serious shine you put on that 857!!.....I think I just found a new painter ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #158 Posted September 16, 2013 Very nice looking machine, you should be proud Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,331 #159 Posted September 16, 2013 Looks great Denny, Reminds me of when we were a dealer and we had them setting in the show room with Sickle Bars on them. Seem to sell more attachments if people could actually see the attachment on the tractor. Like said before, you should be proud. Glad that bar got a good home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #160 Posted October 12, 2013 I took the sickle bar off and put the mower deck on this morning. I bought this with the intent to make it a worker, I'll use it to mulch leaves this fall then put the snow blower on it for the winter. I've been tinkering with Wheel Horses for a few years now and I finally have one that I can use. This is what it looked like when I brought it home. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,769 #161 Posted October 12, 2013 Denny, I think you have a couple of shots for the next calendar. Just gorgeous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Play 393 #162 Posted November 12, 2013 Beautiful tractor - gives me some inspiration! I just ordered the same Michigan V-3500 seat and I really like the spring setup and was wondering what you used??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #163 Posted November 12, 2013 Beautiful tractor - gives me some inspiration! I just ordered the same Michigan V-3500 seat and I really like the spring setup and was wondering what you used??? I think the springs are from a C160 Wheel Horse. I believe those springs were used on several Wheel Horse models, though not sure which ones. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Martin 2,132 #164 Posted November 12, 2013 (edited) You can use them from many 70s and 80s models. Be careful though, my 95 416 has 8" bolt hole centers, they changed them from 7" some time, in the late 80s early 90s I'm guessing.......both my 80s tractors and all my 70s have 7"......... You would need 7" bolt hole centers if you are using them on a 60s tractor. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited November 12, 2013 by Martin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #165 Posted November 17, 2013 I picked up a new set of vintage tire chains at an auction this summer. They were made to fit car tires so I'm cutting them down to fit my tractor. A guy at work gave me a pair of pliers made to replace cross links, they sure make this job a lot easier. He used to run a service station back in the 70's and used them quite often back then. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Martin 2,132 #166 Posted November 17, 2013 great tool there Denny. you gave me a new tool to search for...... are you going to use them on the 857 this winter? i thought about getting one of my sets sorted and sending them in to get zinc plated..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #167 Posted November 17, 2013 great tool there Denny. you gave me a new tool to search for...... are you going to use them on the 857 this winter? i thought about getting one of my sets sorted and sending them in to get zinc plated..... Yeah, Martin. That's what they're going on. I've got the blower mounted and ready except for the chute cable, I need to get these chains on and I still have to put the weights on. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #168 Posted November 18, 2013 great tool there Denny. you gave me a new tool to search for...... Looks like Autozone sells them. Part number 7301 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel Horse Kid 105 #169 Posted November 19, 2013 Just saw this thread now...Very nice Restoration Denny! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #170 Posted March 1, 2014 I've had trouble with the knob on my throttle cable spinning on the shaft when I try to lock it in position so I drilled a hole and put a roll pin in it. I'm hoping that will cure the problem. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,132 #171 Posted March 1, 2014 Often wondered...what makes 'em lock into position when turned? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,531 #172 Posted March 1, 2014 I've had trouble with the knob on my throttle cable spinning on the shaft when I try to lock it in position so I drilled a hole and put a roll pin in it. I'm hoping that will cure the problem. Details, details, details....I love detail work. That's a great idea. Now if you can just find a way to keep the locking mechanism from breaking... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,175 #173 Posted March 1, 2014 Clever Idea Denny. As far as what make it lock when you turn it, Isn't there some type of locking ring that expands and holds tight when you turn the knob? or am I thinking of something different.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,170 #174 Posted March 1, 2014 I bought on of those replacement throttles for my 704. Broke in 5 min. I put my old one back on. Knob is worn but it has worked for 50 yrs. The heck with it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chazm 413 #175 Posted March 1, 2014 Yea Denny ,I did the same thing to my raider & it worked for awhile ... Till the plastic knob breaks from pulling/twisting on it ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
