COMMANDO1 23 #26 Posted February 5, 2012 the more it look at it is groing on me....looking at the carb i believe the float is stuck thats it. just may do that rollerman. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #27 Posted February 6, 2012 with a kohler she would be awsome,the rest looks to be in fair shape,do those machines have the 1inch or 1 1/8 axles,just curious Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,332 #28 Posted February 6, 2012 do those machines have the 1inch or 1 1/8 axles,just curious The GT-1000 and GT-1600 both have 1" axles. As long as your not building a competition pulling machine they are fine. Mike......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 993 #29 Posted February 6, 2012 i agree,my 308 has had by far the most use and abuse of all my tractors,and its my go to tractor,i also like how it plows,with the smalle rtires it seems to get better bite Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #30 Posted February 6, 2012 IF I DECIDE TO KEEP THIS OL GIRL I WILL BE NEEDING PARTS, WHICH WH'S HAVE THE SAME BODY PARTS? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #31 Posted February 6, 2012 If by "body parts" you mean sheetmetal, the only exact matches are from the '82 to '84 WorkHorse GT models. The 300/400 series parts are similar and most will interchange, but there are subtle differences that most people don't notice. The drivetrain/chassis is more similar to the C-111 / 1100 Special / GT-2500 / SB-421 models, but most of the 310/312 parts will also interchange. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #32 Posted February 6, 2012 LIKE THE HOOD MIGHT WANT TO GET A NEW 1 INSTEAD OF BEATING OUT SHEET MEATAL, DEPENDING ON COST. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #33 Posted February 6, 2012 THANKS FOR THE HELP GUYS. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY MANUALS FOR THE TRACTOR...MOTOR..CARB...TRACTOR...REAR END, ANYTHING WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED (WOW I THINK I SPELLED THAT RIGHT) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #34 Posted February 6, 2012 Look for links to manuals websites here: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php/topic/137-wheel-horse-links/ Before I bought OEM Briggs & Stratton manuals, I used to borrow them from the local public library. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kadetklapp 1 #35 Posted February 14, 2012 You're in my shoes, lol, only you got way more lucky than i did! I bought mine (GT1300) in August for $100 USD but it came with only a deck. And the motor is shot...and it needs tires....and a new front axle.....LOL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #36 Posted February 14, 2012 WILL RUN ON STARTING FLUID, CARB KIT WILL BE HERE THURSDAY. SHOULD BE RUNNING THIS WEEKEND. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,548 #37 Posted February 15, 2012 Kinda late jumping in on this, but a GT-1142 was the first Wheel Horse I owned. Was terribly abused by the PO but is still a great tractor. It's solid construction and power impressed me enough to get me hooked (addicted!). Everything I've done with this tractor (mowing, snow and dirt plowing, hauling etc.) has been done with ease. Don't ever let anyone try and convince you the 4 pinion transaxle and 1" axles are "weak". It holds its own against my C-160 and my C-141. The Briggs carb seems to be the weak point, but rebuild kits are available as are replacement carbs. Good luck with it and have fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #38 Posted February 21, 2012 Thanks for the help guys...got the carb rebuilt and she is a week engine...too many projects going on right now so im parting her out. Anyone needing anything let me know, not trying to get rich so let me know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #39 Posted February 27, 2012 So what am i missing, are these tractors worth something? sold the carb for $75... listed the blade and deck on cl. for $175 each . A guy called me last night and offered me $500.00 for eveything else, coming over tonight to pick up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #40 Posted February 27, 2012 So what am i missing, are these tractors worth something? .......... A guy called me last night and offered me $500.00 for eveything else, coming over tonight to pick up. You've heard the old saying - "a fool and his money are soon parted"? Tell him you also know where there's a running / working GT-1848 he can buy for $1000 :eusa-whistle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COMMANDO1 23 #41 Posted February 27, 2012 Now i will have wh shopping money...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites