A Hello & Some Background

[12Horse Paladin 1,038]

Just want to say hello & share a bit, to start.

 

I'm not new to Wheel Horses, really, my Dad having owned them for as long as I can remember (he had @ least as many as 4 @ one time, that I remember). 20 yrs or more ago I remember we skidded ALOT of firewood with them before every winter; he plowed snow, cut lawn, etc. But it was only recently---these last few months---that I found a real interest in them, and told him so. I had always liked using/riding them, but never really said as much. Well, when I found out he more or less gave 2 away recently (they needed work), I kinda spoke up about the collectability, and how had I known, I woulda been glad to try n learn something, maybe fix them up. Then, just in talking/looking on the net, I learned more. He still had a '74 c-120; I bought a replacement headlight lens for him...he still hasn't installed it, but I think that's when he figured, and liked, that I found an interest, one that I know he always had.

 

I will take this moment to state, straight up, that I am NO mechanic; nor am I mechanically inclined, like he is. But when we started talking Horses, him and I, I told him simply that maybe it was time I try to learn something new (small engines, and the like), and since I just like the looks of those Red Horses, it'd be neat to maybe try, and that'd be a good focal point, since he has experience with them. It's how I found this site; been lurking for months...and because of what happened next, has already been a big help & paid dividends, as i'll tell now.

 

Was quite surprised last month when he told me he was going to look @ one, maybe two. He wasn't even going to take a trailer, 'cause he wasn't that serious.
He came home late the next day with both, plus a handful of implements (all factory WH) and a homemade cab, with the help of the 1st fellow he bought from, lol.

Imagine my surprise when he said one was mine, if I wanted. You'll see in those pics, the 1st time I took it for a spin...I dunno who is happier, him or me.

 

 It didn't have an hr meter, but he told me he thought it the better of the two. Well, b4 I even saw it, I found a NOS volt & hr meter for sale here, and bought them. Bolted/wired right in...I couldn't/wouldn't have bought one for the dealer price (I had checked).

 

One final bit, then on to the pics...Dad bought his 1st WH from a local dealer way back when; Feldmann Sales & Service....as you'll see in one of the pics, There is a dealer sticker displayed proudly on the hood of it...kinda neat that @ sometime in it's life, this one, too, passed through there. They are still in business today; started out in 1956, selling WH---and the owner knows his Horses, and is a nice guy to boot (already bought some parts there).

 

There is more I could add, but good enough for now...I already have plans for a next horse or two, as I'm able, if I can....I plan to be around for awhile, lol. Thanks for having me.

 

And so...my 1st Horse....1992 vintage 312-8, on the 1st day I actually saw it.

Annie, the Pointer, and Clara the Burmese / Border Collie mix checking things out.

Annie likes to supervise EVERYTHING.

 

 

Here's the whole fleet, now...FWIW, Dad has said 5 of those Husqvarna's don't equal ONE of the WH's, lol.

Edited November 1, 2017 by 12Horse Paladin

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,333]

Welcome and get ready for the fever

[JimmyJam 542]

TO !!! Love the pics! Enjoy your tractors! BTW: love that your puppies were involved in the excitement!

[12Horse Paladin 1,038]

11 minutes ago, stevebo said:

Welcome and get ready for the fever

 

Thankyou, and already caught...I don't even have this one straightened out all the way to my liking yet, nor do I have the room...and there is a GT14 in your classified section I'd like to snag. But shipping, even if possible, from MO...well, I haven't figured out a way...else it would already have a new home, anyway lol.

[roadapples 6,983]

[JimmyJam 542]

OMG! You have the   fever. Run with it!!!!

 

[Bttatro 94]

55 minutes ago, 12Horse Paladin said:

 

Thankyou, and already caught...I don't even have this one straightened out all the way to my liking yet, nor do I have the room...and there is a GT14 in your classified section I'd like to snag. But shipping, even if possible, from MO...well, I haven't figured out a way...else it would already have a new home, anyway lol.

You can always check into shipping via Fastenal,  that seems to be the way to go. 

 

Also,  and 

 

I'm also not mechanically inclined,  but love these beasts.   I'm going Saturday to pick up another bringing my current total to 3 and my life time ownership to 6.  Enjoy the hobby! 

[JimmyJam 542]

You are the  man!!!!!  

[KC9KAS 4,741]

@12Horse Paladin Great story and 

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,333]

5 hours ago, 12Horse Paladin said:

 

Thankyou, and already caught...I don't even have this one straightened out all the way to my liking yet, nor do I have the room...and there is a GT14 in your classified section I'd like to snag. But shipping, even if possible, from MO...well, I haven't figured out a way...else it would already have a new home, anyway lol.

Fastenal is the best way to ship

[SylvanLakeWH 25,616]

[AMC RULES 37,133]

                                

[Ed Kennell 38,326]

 to the  and  for the and.

[Pollack Pete 2,273]

Welcome to the WH addiction support group.Have fun with your new toy.

[953 nut 55,391]

7 hours ago, 12Horse Paladin said:

dunno who is happier, him or me.

     You have shown an interest if something your Dad has a long history with; you've made him proud.   

[shallowwatersailor 3,213]

Welcome to Red Square! I have been through Manitowoc many times.  You have a great Maritime Museum, and long USCG shipbuilding history..

[JPWH 6,040]

 Thanks for sharing your story and pictures. 

[Pullstart 62,939]

1 hour ago, 953 nut said:

     You have shown an interest if something your Dad has a long history with; you've made him proud.   

 

 

 

Welcome to the forum, in the pics I agree with Jay.  It looks as though your pop has more excitement watching his boy take the helm!  I couldn't get enough of playing with tractors, but when my girls show their interest and want to drive... that's icing on my cake!

[TDF5G 2,069]

 

That is a wonderful story.  Enjoy your horses!

[Achto 27,638]

 Thanks for sharing your story & pictures. Great looking tractor!

[elcamino/wheelhorse 9,326]

 to Red Square , great photos and story you have the fever , so you need to purchase a  for each attachment , that way your herd will grow and it is an excellent excuse when "She who must be obeyed "  gives you the look plus the dogs will each need a tractor to sit on. 

[Tankman 3,518]

16 hours ago, JimmyJam said:

You are the  man!!!!!  

 Welcome to the forums and you'll be warm with the Wheel Horse fever.

[BOB ELLISON 2,981]

Welcome to the best wheel horse site in the world. As you can see by the other posts we love these red beasts. There like kids in a candy shop. But to own one of these well built machines really is a great feeling. I never owned one until 2 years ago now I have 7. And if you want to know how to repair and maintain them you came to the right place.

[jay bee 906]

12Horse Paladin...Great story, great pictures and great    !!!  We're glad you're here.