Parrothead Al 17 #1 Posted May 9, 2013 Its been about a week now since I got the WH 812+4 up and running. I spent yesterday cleaning, greasing and rubbing around on it. But now it looks like I'm going to have to use it to mow. That is what I got it for in the first place, but I just hate to do that to it! That's what Wal-mart mowers are for. I can already see another one is in my future, just to putter around on. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,300 #2 Posted May 9, 2013 Awww heck....don't think twice. Just throw that PTO lever and let it mow. (just re-clean her when yer done). Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #3 Posted May 9, 2013 Wheel Horse's were made to work hard and cut grass! I still don't know what Walmart mowers are good for, nothing maybe? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 487 #4 Posted May 9, 2013 IMHO, they look better with with some dirt and grass stains on them... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parrothead Al 17 #5 Posted May 9, 2013 I'm sure everyone is right, until I use it I won't really know what it is capable of. I've been using an MTD and before that a Snapper comet, So this is the first real machine i've had. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevbo 80 #6 Posted May 9, 2013 Trust me...Wheel Horses WANT to get out and eat that grass! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #7 Posted May 9, 2013 IMHO, they look better with with some dirt and grass stains on them... Then mine look really good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #8 Posted May 9, 2013 Its been about a week now since I got the WH 812+4 up and running. I spent yesterday cleaning, greasing and rubbing around on it. But now it looks like I'm going to have to use it to mow. That is what I got it for in the first place, but I just hate to do that to it! For the very reasons you're experiencing you now know why it is so very important to have more than one Horse. You're showing the early signs of WHA (Wheel Horse Addiction). We know these Stallions need care or their breed will become extinct. Fast as you can adopt a few more Wheel Horses! 1-Dozing 1-Mowing 1-Tilling 1-In the shop (scheduled TLC) 1-Riding on the trail 1-Grading There are many more uses! One with generator on standby duty.....just in case! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,125 #9 Posted May 9, 2013 ...and one just to look at. OH! I see you already have that one. Yeah, you're definitely going to need more tractors. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
546cowboy 301 #10 Posted May 9, 2013 Ditto on the idea of the purpose of these tractors is to work for their keep. That's why none of the tractors I have are "Show Queens". When I "Refurbish" one it looks good but it's meant to work. If they aren't working they are deteriorating for nothing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,554 #11 Posted May 9, 2013 Nothing wrong with mowing with it. And you can always buy another horse or 30! LOL Between my dad and I we have 32 wheel horses and 6 off brands and have only been collecting a little over 3 years. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #12 Posted May 9, 2013 Nothing wrong with mowing with it. And you can always buy another horse or 30! LOL Between my dad and I we have 32 wheel horses and 6 off brands and have only been collecting a little over 3 years. Jake, both you and your Dad have serious WHA! To soothe the pain you two need two or three 500 series Stallions. That'll make you two feel good for a few weeks. The pain, the pain. Not much you can do but live with it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 604 #13 Posted May 9, 2013 Wheel Horse's were made to work hard and cut grass! I still don't know what Walmart mowers are good for, nothing maybe? They are a project to see if you can keep it running and mowing long enough to cover what you payed for it. And don't hit anything with the deck it will fold up like an accordion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dsholler 54 #14 Posted May 9, 2013 Don, you really have trouble justifying what you pay for it? Around here the cheap guy charges me $75 to do my lawn, and $50 to plow the driveway.. not to hard to justify the $$ you put in, unless you factor in your labor rates at a pretty high value (like they seem to ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parrothead Al 17 #15 Posted May 9, 2013 Well, So far I've invested $57.00 in the project and an MTD Craftsman. I will be buying a belt soon but all in all it seems to have already paid off. I just got done mowing with it for the first time. It is a little different than what I'm used to, what with not having to act as a counter weight to get traction on the hills. I think I'll just keep her! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 604 #16 Posted May 9, 2013 I have so much trouble justifying what what you get and what it cost for a Walmart or box store lawn tractor I would never buy one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,518 #17 Posted May 10, 2013 I smile every time I see a "tractor" purchase going down at Sears, Home "Cheapo" or Lowes. A Craig's List, eBay, FOR SALE ad, Stallion, less expensive, always trumps an MTD. Appreciate the longevity, the design engineers (farmer mechanics!) did a great job designing Horses. Horses = Machines! I sometimes take a break in my barn, sittin' on a Horse, asking myself, "What do these good (Horses) boys need?" :smile: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butch 194 #18 Posted May 10, 2013 I love hopping on my WH and going out front to mow. It's relaxing, therapeutic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
