jbrown11_1 1 #1 Posted July 13, 2020 Hello all, I recently acquired a 520h (i think early 90's based on engine, no serial # on it), but would like to put some new rubber/rims on it. I believe tractor has 12x9.5 wheels on it right now, can anyone tell me if these are stock? I"m looking to get some 23x10.5x12 ag tires to put on it, so i think 12x8.5" wheel should work and might be cheaper than 9.5"? Any info would be great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,274 #2 Posted July 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, jbrown11_1 said: looking to get some 23x10.5x12 ag tires to put on it, so i think 12x8.5" wheel should work You'll do perfectly fine putting 10.5 AG tires on an 8.5 rim. That's what I have on the back of my Cinnamon Horse. Just make sure the backspacing is correct for your usage. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WVHillbilly520H 10,373 #3 Posted July 13, 2020 520s came with an 8.5" wide 12" wheel, but the earlier version only came with 9.50" wide tire then later 10.50" wide tires. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrown11_1 1 #4 Posted July 13, 2020 Thanks hillbilly. They are standard 4.5 x 5 bolt pattern correct? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrown11_1 1 #5 Posted July 13, 2020 3 hours ago, ebinmaine said: You'll do perfectly fine putting 10.5 AG tires on an 8.5 rim. That's what I have on the back of my Cinnamon Horse. Just make sure the backspacing is correct for your usage. Found these online, just wondering if the backspacing will work. I don't think the wheels on it now have that much backspace https://www.ebay.com/itm/352141890557?ul_noapp=true Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,274 #6 Posted July 13, 2020 I just happened to think you're also going to need the right sized center hole. I'm not sure what it is on a 520. All of our machines are older. Maybe hillbilly can pipe back up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 6,642 #7 Posted July 14, 2020 They will not work on a Wheel Horse .They have 3 1/4" backspace and Wheel Horse wheels have 1 1/4" backspace. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 2,976 #8 Posted July 14, 2020 12 hours ago, Lee1977 said: They will not work on a Wheel Horse .They have 3 1/4" backspace and Wheel Horse wheels have 1 1/4" backspace. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrown11_1 1 #9 Posted July 15, 2020 12 hours ago, clueless said: So anyone know of a company making the appropriate spacers? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,274 #10 Posted July 15, 2020 6 hours ago, jbrown11_1 said: So anyone know of a company making the appropriate spacers? They're available on eBay but you're better off finding a correct set of wheels. The 2" spacers are about $40 then you need special lug nuts for another $25 or so. Easier and maybe even less expensive in the long run to use the right wheels. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrown11_1 1 #11 Posted July 15, 2020 3 hours ago, ebinmaine said: They're available on eBay but you're better off finding a correct set of wheels. The 2" spacers are about $40 then you need special lug nuts for another $25 or so. Easier and maybe even less expensive in the long run to use the right wheels. Hi Eric, I would love to , but the wheels where i'm at from a dealer are $175 EACH!! And there's nothing used available around me. I can find the same size rims for cheap, just that backspacing is off. I can't even find spacers on Ebay...lol. Ah well. The search continues i guess. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,274 #12 Posted July 15, 2020 Give me a bit here and I'll send you a link to the items I bought and an explanation of what I did and why. As for the price of those wheels I don't normally buy something like that new. Anything that can remain structurally solid Trina and I will take the time to clean it up and repaint it. Pricing structure is just so much better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrown11_1 1 #13 Posted July 15, 2020 1 hour ago, ebinmaine said: Give me a bit here and I'll send you a link to the items I bought and an explanation of what I did and why. As for the price of those wheels I don't normally buy something like that new. Anything that can remain structurally solid Trina and I will take the time to clean it up and repaint it. Pricing structure is just so much better. I agree with you 100%, just struggling finding anything for this in my area. I look forward to your info. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,877 #14 Posted July 15, 2020 5 hours ago, jbrown11_1 said: Hi Eric, I would love to , but the wheels where i'm at from a dealer are $175 EACH!! And there's nothing used available around me. I can find the same size rims for cheap, just that backspacing is off. I can't even find spacers on Ebay...lol. Ah well. The search continues i guess. Start with an ad here saying you are looking and I would also contact A-Z tractor for some used. You will have far less problems if you get the correct wheel. https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/169-a-z-tractor/ Randy 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
