wake49 18 #1 Posted September 17, 2014 I am a newbie to the whole tractor game. I have a 1975 Cub Cadet with a blown Kohler K301 that I plan on rebuilding. That will probably be a total rebuild, engine, transmission, paint the frame and redecal to make it look brandy-new. It is for my VT property, mainly to mow the lawn and clear the access road. Yesterday I picked up (for free!) a 1964 WheelHorse 854 with a Kohler K181S that the owner told me was in running condition. I plan on giving it an oil-change and cleaning out the fuel tank this weekend and seeing how it runs. It is rusty, so I plan on taking it apart and painting at least the hood and fenders, if not the frame and everything. It depends on how well the engine runs on whether or not I am rebuilding it. Still haven't decided about the transmission. Otherwise, just here to introduce myself. -Jeff 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,063 #4 Posted September 17, 2014 Welcome to A free 854? Cool!! Pretty much my favorite model. I hope it runs great for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #5 Posted September 17, 2014 Hello and We would love to see some pics of your new Horse! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wake49 18 #6 Posted September 18, 2014 I promised my four year old that Friday he can help me work on the tractor. I'll snap some pics then and start a thread. I am looking forward to some good advice to get this thing running smoothly! Thanks for the warm welcomes! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,929 #7 Posted September 18, 2014 Good to start them at a young age! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,530 #8 Posted September 18, 2014 Hello Jeff and Glad to have you join us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #9 Posted September 19, 2014 Is that it in your avatar pic? Great score for free!! Mike.............. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wake49 18 #11 Posted September 20, 2014 Is that it in your avatar pic? Great score for free!! Mike.............. Yeah, that's her. My son named her 'Reddy'. Last night we took all the trim off: hood, belt guard, fenders, tool box, seat among other odds and ends. I think tonight I will pick up a battery and try to turn her over Monday. Flywheel still turns with ease. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
