Snoopy11 5,714 #126 Posted October 5, 2021 1 hour ago, kpinnc said: Every tractor I own is modified. Some more, some less, but all have changes to them. What is the criteria? The tractor in this thread is a combination of parts from different tractors and some things that never came on a Wheel Horse. Frame and tranny: 312-H Sheetmetal and tower: 518-H Front axle and steering: 520-H Many other bits: 520-8 Engine- built from 2 different Vanguard's parts. If that ain't modified... what is? Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #127 Posted October 5, 2021 Just now, Snoopy11 said: If that ain't modified... what is? We gotta work with what we have, and I mostly have (had) a bunch of old tractors that were incomplete or at best almost worn out. I make lemonade from my lemons... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #128 Posted October 5, 2021 1 minute ago, kpinnc said: We gotta work with what we have, and I mostly have (had) a bunch of old tractors that were incomplete or at best almost worn out. I make lemonade from my lemons... What you are building here is anything BUT a lemon... Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #129 Posted October 5, 2021 3 minutes ago, Snoopy11 said: What you are building here is anything BUT a lemon... Many thanks Don! I hope you are right! First crank is coming up! Then we shall see! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #130 Posted October 5, 2021 That is a beautiful conglomeration of parts and pieces. I like mutts. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #131 Posted October 5, 2021 33 minutes ago, 19richie66 said: I like mutts Mutts rule! They know why you love them! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chestnut 315 #132 Posted October 6, 2021 (edited) Oops- posted this on the wrong thread. meant to post on "what have you done today! Worked on the 520H snowblower tractor again. I started out just planning to adjust the brake because it was so tight park brake wouldn’t engage. Then noticed the drive wasn’t returning to neutral when pushing the brake pedal. Seems the cam bearing and the pin it rides on were missing from the motion control cam. Looks like a bad weld didn't survive. Brake also didn’t seem to be working too well. Got some used parts and dove in. PO seems to have “adjusted” the motion control mechanism by eliminating the lock nut and leaving lots of slack in the pivot bolt and then adjusting the linkage length to make up for the misalignment. It took lots of adjustment but I think I got everything lined up and adjusted correctly. Brake the same thing except it doesn't have a lock nut, Brake still doesn’t feel like it holds very well even though there’s plenty of lining left. Anyone have insight on that? Next up are the charging system (Checking all grounds - charging voltage seems high) and the rear balance weights. Edited October 6, 2021 by Chestnut wrong thread 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #133 Posted October 11, 2021 Well I got it down off the stand, but still waiting on a couple parts. Carb needs a throttle shaft, and my hood and fender decals will be here this week. Waiting sucks! One thing I can say is the seat might be the most comfortable one I've ever had on a tractor! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #134 Posted October 13, 2021 Still waiting for the throttle shaft, probably next week when it comes, but my steeeekers came today! Might name this thing Big Sexy! Also missing my headlight switch.... But nowhere in this machine is the word "Toro"! 2 4 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill D 1,921 #135 Posted October 13, 2021 2 hours ago, kpinnc said: Still waiting for the throttle shaft, probably next week when it comes, but my steeeekers came today! Might name this thing Big Sexy! Also missing my headlight switch.... But nowhere in this machine is the word "Toro"! I love everything about that machine. I wish you were closer, I would love to see it in person. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #136 Posted October 13, 2021 (edited) 29 minutes ago, Bill D said: I love everything about that machine. I wish you were closer, I would love to see it in person. Thanks Bill! I'm very pleased with it so far. Definitely one of the better restomods I've done. Pure luck, and letting a bodyshop paint the hood and fender! Edited October 13, 2021 by kpinnc 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brockport Bill 1,662 #137 Posted October 13, 2021 Spectacular 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brockport Bill 1,662 #138 Posted October 13, 2021 i have done a number of deck rehabs myself but for my own original 37 inch SD that goes with my original 312-8, I chose to go to body shop like you did with your hood and fender -- comes back looking considerably better 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #139 Posted October 13, 2021 16 minutes ago, Brockport Bill said: i have done a number of deck rehabs myself but for my own original 37 inch SD that goes with my original 312-8, I chose to go to body shop like you did with your hood and fender -- comes back looking considerably better I had a 37 once, and it was probably the best cutting deck of anything WH that I ever had. Take care of it, it's a great one! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brockport Bill 1,662 #140 Posted October 13, 2021 i have a bagger unit witht the 312-8 and the 37 SD -- u r right - great cut -- and especially awesome for fall leaves --- it is a life saver "vacuuming " up the yard leaves over the many weeks from sept to Nov 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #141 Posted October 13, 2021 8 hours ago, kpinnc said: But nowhere in this machine is the word "Toro"! Atta boy. Stop posting pictures…your making me too jealous! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #142 Posted October 13, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, WheelHorse520H said: 10 hours ago, kpinnc said: "Toro"! Atta boy. Stop posting pictures…your making me too jealous! Ok, ok..... I'll get better ones next week when it actually runs. Just one more! Edited October 13, 2021 by kpinnc 1 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 6,659 #143 Posted October 13, 2021 I have to see that when you get it running. Don't know what to bring along. My C-120 is the most modified I bought it new in 1977 wore it out then It's been rebuilt as required over the years. Every bearing and bushing has been replaced and some bushings added where there were none. The rebuild length I even have EB beat but it never stop working for long. Most could be classified as repairs, but metal was either removed or added on about all of the them. Started with the tie rods in 1989 and the last mod was the frame brace in August 2020. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #144 Posted October 13, 2021 43 minutes ago, Lee1977 said: I have to see that when you get it running. Don't know what to bring along. My C-120 is the most modified I bought it new in 1977 wore it out then It's been rebuilt as required over the years. Every bearing and bushing has been replaced and some bushings added where there were none. The rebuild length I even have EB beat but it never stop working for long. Most could be classified as repairs, but metal was either removed or added on about all of the them. Started with the tie rods in 1989 and the last mod was the frame brace in August 2020. You're welcome anytime sir! Funny how once we start working on these tractors it just keeps on going. I still make little changes to even the oldest (for me) machine I have. Just added a digital voltmeter to the old 310-8. Put LED headlights on 3 others. And to me they just get better each time! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,496 #145 Posted October 13, 2021 1 hour ago, Lee1977 said: The rebuild length I even have EB beat but it never stop working for long Yeah but you've had yours for over 40 years and been using it the whole time. I'd say you're ahead of me on this one Lee! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #146 Posted October 13, 2021 11 hours ago, Bill D said: I wish you were closer, I would love to see it in person 2 hours ago, Lee1977 said: I have to see that when you get it running I'll... settle for video... Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #147 Posted October 13, 2021 (edited) Nice seat @kpinnc, looks good for the long stretches of seat time. Especially when you go coast to coast! Edited October 13, 2021 by WheelHorse520H Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #148 Posted November 25, 2021 Haven't had much time for this one lately because I'm focused on my FILs Charger. Found some grip tape I forgot I had. Not enough to fully cover the footrests, so I tried what you see in the pics. Haven't made up my mind on it yet, but thought I'd throw up a pic anyway... 4 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,496 #149 Posted November 25, 2021 2 hours ago, kpinnc said: Haven't made up my mind on it yet, I like it because it's different but I'd be concerned about it coming off the steps fairly quickly. Lots of edges to wear off and catch on. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,999 #150 Posted November 25, 2021 Looks pretty good. Clear nail polish on the edges? It's tough, hard and won't yellow 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
