Help I have no idea why I've never been drawn to a tractor in my life but I saw this k181s wheel horse and had to have it. I have no clue if it even runs and I need advice and u gentlemen's wisdom please

[Peggy 14]

I have the snow plow attachment and the brush hog one to.

 

[Gregor 4,846]

I think it's pretty safe to say you have a model 857. Built in 1967, with an 8HP Kohler motor, and a 3 speed manual transmission. (Not Hydrstatic) The motor looks to be original. It is typically known as a "Genny" motor. It has a generator/starter all in one unit. They are very good, and popular motors with Wheel Horse owners. I have one myself.

As others have said, drain all fuel and CLEAN fuel system as much as possible before attempting to start. New hoses and filters if you can. Also change oil. There is a oil drain plug and a filler tube somewhere on the motor. My Genny is buried deep in storage, or I would take some pics.

I would also clean all 4 ends of the battery cables. Where they connect to the battery, and wherever the other end connects to.

There are some on here who are very adept at finding and posting service and repair manuals. I am not one of them.

[WheelHorse520H 708]

2 minutes ago, Gregor said:

I would also clean all 4 ends of the battery cables. Where they connect to the battery, and wherever the other end connects to.

Definitely do that, they corrode easily.

[Gregor 4,846]

 

[Peggy 14]

Thank you guys ur all super appreciated and I thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with me. I will post updates as soon as I get time to get my hands dirty. I can't wait