JoshSolo 1 #1 Posted May 2, 2013 Hey guys, I bought this mower off my father in-law at the end of last year. I put a new battery and spark plug in it and it started right up. It actually ran a lot better than i thought it was going to. Mowed they yard once before grass stopped growing. This year i pulled it out and actually started to check it out. The air filter was packed with dust and pollen so i replaced that... Mowed the yard, but noticed that it wasn't cutting at all on the left side. Missing a blade. not broken or anything just gone. I was looking at maybe selling this and getting a mulching mower but after looking around it seems this is a good machine and worth hanging on to. Can you wheel Horse guys help me out here? Suggestions on what i should do / replace to keep this puppy running well? Like i said earlier, i actually think its running good now. No smoke power seems fine. Maybe it could be better? Oh.. almost forgot. The reason i found your site! Looking around for a replacement blade has been a major pain. Conflicting information and all that. I've not pulled one of the other blades off yet. I plan to tomorrow. Anyone know off hand or where to find the part number? I have pic of the deck plate. 42MS02 is the model number. Here are some pix of what im working with I know.. it needs to be cleaned!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posifour11 723 #2 Posted May 2, 2013 Welcome. Someone who knows will be around shortly. Looks like you got a good running tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,029 #5 Posted May 2, 2013 You model number is written like this 05-42MS02 with a dash and a 1982 model made on the 48th day of 1982. Operator manual http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/files/file/904-mower-rotary-1980-1983-c-series-mowers-om-810306r1pdf/ Toro 3-blade kit 106636 Hole 3/4in. round 14.000in. 14" long (Napa 3 of # 7-04533) [(Oregon # 91-805 13-27/32in.) (Oregon Gator Mulcher # 90-943 13-27/32in.) (Oregon Gator Mulcher 3-in-1 # 90-643 13-27/32in.)] Parts list here https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/index.cfm?xCaller=Toro After a page opens click on the small printer icon at the top left of the illustration. Keep in mind these pages cover other similar models with multiple part numbers for the same item # but often fail to tell us what fits what. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshSolo 1 #6 Posted May 3, 2013 AWESOME!! Thank you Gwest Soooo much good info! Im glad i decided to keep this machine. Getting a new mower might be nice.. but i think the Wheel Horse all fixed up would be much more cool Maybe I'll post up more pics when i clean it up. I might even re-paint it and get a new decal kit. I was talking with a friend of mine last night and we both might try to use the Gator blades and close of the chutes to convert to mulching. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jay in nc 210 #7 Posted May 4, 2013 nice tractor, you won't find a better one & loads of members will jump at the chance to buy it if & when you decide to sell. put my name in the pot as i have been looking. Jay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marv 919 #8 Posted May 5, 2013 Jay, I have one (no it is not for sale). The previous owner left it outside all it's life and it is quite rusted. I would like to restore it but that may be a long time coming with all the others. Maybe I should go to the show and find a hood, fender and other parts in better condition to work with. I would like to see it look like naw again. Marvin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshSolo 1 #9 Posted August 13, 2013 I'm thinking about selling this ole girl I really only use it for mowing my lawn. lately i've been really wanting to get a mower that can bag. Tired of spitting grass everywhere. This machine has been great to me really.. Starts right up runs strong. No smoke or smell of any kind either. What should i put it up for? (IF i decide to do it) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelhorse84 87 #10 Posted August 13, 2013 Looks to be in great shape. If it were mine I would ask $750 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshSolo 1 #11 Posted August 14, 2013 Sounds good. Thanks for the advice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
47JDG 65 #13 Posted May 13, 2014 They are an awesome machine. I mowed with my SK-486 this past weekend and just love it. The 16 horse Kohler single has awesome power. I have a 48 inch deck on mine and it really works well even in tall thick grass. Set the deck low or high and let the grass fly! Between this and my dad's 520-H with 60 inch deck we had several acres mowed in no time. Someone will be getting a great mowing machine when they buy yours. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshSolo 1 #14 Posted May 14, 2014 They are an awesome machine. I mowed with my SK-486 this past weekend and just love it. The 16 horse Kohler single has awesome power. I have a 48 inch deck on mine and it really works well even in tall thick grass. Set the deck low or high and let the grass fly! Between this and my dad's 520-H with 60 inch deck we had several acres mowed in no time. Someone will be getting a great mowing machine when they buy yours. Thanks! Yeah..main reason im selling it is to cover costs of my new mower and i dont really have any room to keep it around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
