Red144runner 658 #1 Posted September 21, 2017 Normally I'm not one for vanity over function. But I have always liked the black or stainless heat shield on the Wheelhorse mufflers. One of the many details that make these tractors standout. I found one used off a 5/20, about an inch longer than my 12hp muffler but that didn't bother me. I marked the mounting location for 4 of the 6 holes. Then I found the spots and tacked on 4 8-32 bolts. Next I put the shield on and cut the excess stud off. I left enough to put nuts with lock washers and brass acorn nuts on. I think it looks pretty good. Now I just need a 520 swept axle and reduction steering👍 10 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
520hC-120 136 #2 Posted September 21, 2017 Looks good, nice job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
artfull dodger 439 #4 Posted September 22, 2017 It odd that that series had the nice 520 style muffler, it even has mounting lugs for a heat shield, yet there wasnt one from the factory. Wonder if it was a dealer option back in the day for those. My 312-8 always needed a nice shield like that. Looks awsome! Mike the Aspie 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red144runner 658 #5 Posted September 22, 2017 Thank you. My 3-15 had the bosses tacked to the muffler. I'm pretty sure the dealer I bought it from removed the black shield, along with some other parts. i just found a rear rock shaft for it and I'm picking up new headlights tomorrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 49,649 #6 Posted September 22, 2017 Nice work Red... that motor looks clean enough to eat off of ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,520 #7 Posted September 24, 2017 Very nice. My 520-8 didn't have a shield. eBay had one $10. Added the "bling", looks great like yours. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red144runner 658 #8 Posted September 24, 2017 Headlights went on today, and the rear rockshaft came in yesterday. I'll order the chains and cables from the sponsor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
