CTPhil 53 #1 Posted December 24, 2012 I'm going to need a front wheel for my Raider 12. Just how universal are WH front wheels? Other models? Other brands? Thanks in advance! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,326 #2 Posted December 24, 2012 I think any WH front rim will fit just fine. But rims from other brands may not have the same hub depth and you may have to use washers or shims to make up the differance. Mike............ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #3 Posted December 24, 2012 I think any WH front rim will fit just fine. But rims from other brands may not have the same hub depth and you may have to use washers or shims to make up the differance. Mike............ Yep, like this nonsense right here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #4 Posted December 24, 2012 For your Raider, most but not all rims from 1965 up will fit, up till about 75 they are the narrow rims like your raider, after that they are the wide rims but will fit, even the ones off some of the vert shaft tractors that have 8" rims will fit, do you need rims?? I have narrow and wide ones send me a PM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTPhil 53 #5 Posted December 24, 2012 Yep, like this nonsense right here. Ha ha, I believe I'd like to avoid that situation. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #6 Posted December 25, 2012 I think any WH front rim will fit just fine. But rims from other brands may not have the same hub depth and you may have to use washers or shims to make up the differance. Mike............ Yep, like this nonsense right here. Wow... that's a whole lot of washers!!, Craig...at least a box!!! LOL :laughing-rofl: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #7 Posted December 25, 2012 I know...right, but that's the way I got it. Took me awhile to find the correct rims, and offset...but c'mon...they're out there. :teasing-poke: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #8 Posted December 25, 2012 More rims 'n tires here http://www.millertire.com/products/lawn-garden-tires/16x6-50-8/8x5-3-8-steel-wheel-3-hub-3-4-bearing/ With these, and I think most, you would have to drill 'n install a zerk fitting for grease. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #9 Posted December 25, 2012 I know...right, but that's the way I got it. Took me awhile to find the correct rims, and offset...but c'mon...they're out there. I totally agree Craig! On my Workhorse 800 the PO drilled-tapped- & washer-bolted front wheels to spindles. What the heck!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #10 Posted December 25, 2012 jimmy, you mean it has bolts in the ends of the spindles with washers to hold the rims on? if so that would be correct, most of the mid 60's to mid 70's are that way, and are the best, they don't pop off like C clips or snap rings, had that happen a few times when plowing snow not fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #11 Posted December 25, 2012 Thanks Kelly. I thought all of 'em were pinned. This same Workhorse 800 has front tires of 18x8.50-8 ps: Kelly could you PM me: looking for fuel pump for that Tecumseh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,029 #12 Posted December 25, 2012 No fuel pumps, but I'm pretty sure those front rims are not for that tractor, and about 90% sure there is no bearing or even bushings in them, they look like rear wheels off a MTD or such, and if they are they will be tearing up your spindles real fast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,555 #13 Posted December 25, 2012 If I have not been able to have one wide enough to fit the spindle and did not have the correct one. I have put narrower rims on there and put a shaft collar on the spindle from keeping it from wobbling everywhere. ~Jake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #14 Posted December 25, 2012 No fuel pumps, but I'm pretty sure those front rims are not for that tractor, and about 90% sure there is no bearing or even bushings in them, they look like rear wheels off a MTD or such, and if they are they will be tearing up your spindles real fast. Thanks Kelly! TT (Terry) mentioned the same in another thread when I posted pics. The PO gave me additional rims (rusty). What size tires should I use? Also can I use any garden tractor diaphram fuel pump? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
876wheelhorse 46 #15 Posted December 26, 2012 my spindles are different one side has the snap ring and the other a 9/16 bolt..... weird not suppose to be that way dont think lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #16 Posted December 26, 2012 If I have not been able to have one wide enough to fit the spindle and did not have the correct one. I have put narrower rims on there and put a shaft collar on the spindle from keeping it from wobbling everywhere. ~Jake Jake... Where do you find shaft collars? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,408 #17 Posted December 26, 2012 You can usually get collars at any good hardware store. via Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
