Wheel horse A-81

[Roblox 6]

Hi so I have my old wheel horse  a-81

its been sitting out side for quite a while is missing a tire gear moves fine its a good little tractor but not sure if it’s worth fixing. 
 

let me know what you think below 
 

 

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,547]

  My opinion is that unless you have some sentimental attachment to it it’s probably not worth the effort or the $$ you’ll sink into it.

  

[Roblox 6]

@Sparky You think I could get it running?

Edited May 10, 2020 by Roblox

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,547]

37 minutes ago, Roblox said:

@Sparky You think I could get it running?

Tough question not knowing anything about the motor, but it’s possible. 

[Achto 27,913]

Some times it's just worth the satisfaction of saying " I drug this old girl out of the weeds & got 'er running and working again".

Edited May 11, 2020 by Achto

[D_Mac 8,862]

I agree with @Achto If you think your going to make money on it by getting it running your not. I get my satisfaction out of saving it. I also have a soft spot for RER's. If I came across that for little to no money it would be in the back of my truck headed home with me. See if there is oil in it and the engine spins, then check and see if it rolls. I am not the best mechanic either, everyone here on this site can do better then me with a wrench with their eyes closed. Those people are happy to help with any problems you have repairing it too. Question is are you willing to spend the time and money to get it running and driving under its own power. Not if it is worth anything. It would be a labor of love. 

[Stepney 2,325]

The 8hp B&S was a tough old bird. 
When I was young I also had an A-81 5 speed with a deck under it. Same goofy little 32" deck. It's still around but dismantled now. It was a hoot to use.

They make a sweet little hotrod when dropped a few inches, and a big opposed twin motor is added with straight pipes.. don't ask how I know. 

They are generally worthless. Honestly. And they weren't that good a mower. But there's nothing better to learn on, as they are very simple and stout. 

The rear rims are an odd size, but a hand truck wheel will work up front. 

[SylvanLakeWH 26,148]

Those things are cool...

 

Price is right (free)...

 

I’d Putz with it and get her going... just for fun... no you won’t make any money... but they aren’t making those anymore so save it...!

 

[Pullstart 63,201]

@Roblox pardon my friend’s manners...  

 

 thanks for dropping by, sharing pictures of your WheelHorse and letting us dream about just one more running!

[305 380]

there is one on Facebook Marketplace in my hometown ready to mow for $250...no takers yet. it was on last week with a different seller for $100, someone trying to make a profit...nothing wrong with that

 

 

 

 

Edited May 11, 2020 by 305

[WHX?? 49,486]

I say save it, I have one I paid 100 bucks for and got maybe 30 bucks in the deck. Why I went through the deck I have no clue not going to mow with it. Just cause I could I guess. Had to tube the fronts also. My intent was to take the deck off and use it for a tub puller. They are handy for that as they are so easy to get on and off for yard work. Used it quite abit hauling tools and running back to the shop for stuff when putting up the fake garage. 

Edited May 11, 2020 by WHX24
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[stevasaurus 22,910]

Some body is going to stick up for the little guy.  Might as well be me. 

 

Here is how I look at it.  A new walk behind mower is around $400.  Maybe, for a tube and a little clean up, you have something you can ride.  If it runs good, it is worth $200 all day long.  They are sooo cute.      I just bought an REO-65 and it does an excellent cut on my lawn.