Handy Don 12,227 #51 Posted August 16, 2021 10 hours ago, D_Mac said: We are here to help you again in a couple of months when you decide to buy your second one !! I bet if we took a poll there are twice as many of us that own multiple Wheel Horses then there are who just own one. Funny how that happens. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #52 Posted August 16, 2021 14 hours ago, josephvigg said: I did in fact buy the 312-A and I couldn’t be happier. Congrats Joe, keep us updated with how she works out and of course with any things that might need fixing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
71_Bronco 1,072 #53 Posted August 17, 2021 Congrats on the purchase. I think you will find it easier to work on than you think. The older ones with less "safety" stuff are even easier with simpler wiring. Kinda like the new fuel injected cars vs the old carburetors of yester-year. As always, you know where to come if you have any questions 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 209 #54 Posted August 17, 2021 I’d get that deck off, turn it over and examine it carefully. That is an older deck, and that diamond plate is to likely cover holes or weak spots. Never buy a Wheel Horse without a good deck, never. Decks are very costly and very hard to find. That tractor is not one of the very desirable ones. It’s overpriced. Keep looking, remember this, do not believe anything the seller tells you. Leaves? I got a ton of them every year for 23 years. I used a powered vacuum blower before I found the real answer. Best solution for leaves is a walk behind leaf blower with at least 8 HP. Not a 5 HP, at least 8 or more HP. I can do now what used to take a day in at most a couple hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josephvigg 88 #55 Posted August 17, 2021 (edited) Got her home and couldn't have been happier. My daughter was equally as excited which was the reason I started this - yes she's young but she loves hanging out with her daddy and all things that have a motor especially mowing. Got it in a lift when it was delivered before the cash hand off no rust, no rot, new carb and fuel system, new brakes, mew belts all around, new filters and on and on really a beautiful example and a very strong running machine. The deck was rebuilt excluding the wheels which ill do when mowing season is over. There is a safety sticking somewhere. If im correct there are 3 safety's - seat, PTO, parking brake - anyone know if there is also a deck safety? and if anyone can point me to the location of a service manual that calls out the locations of these safety's I'd buy you a beer. All and all im very happy, strong mowing, strong up hills, looks fairly easy to maintain and service. She'll be used for mowing the lawn, pulling some kind of sweeper, and pulling a cart with stone, firewood etc. from time to time. No ground engagement or plowing planned for this one just some light yard work and polishing up pretty. Going to do the following except for regular maintenance and just enjoy. New Keyed ignition removal of spiked bolt head caps - replaced with something a bit more subtle Rebuild wheels on the deck Some paint and cosmetics here or there Now the REAL question.... whos got a bead on something 60's era that can be parked in the front yard for holidays with a cart holding a Christmas tree or pumpkins and hay - maybe even a lap around the neighborhood for Halloween to see all the spooky houses?!?!? Yup im hooked already Edited August 17, 2021 by josephvigg 1 2 1 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #56 Posted August 17, 2021 Saaawwwweeeetttt! Was wondering about those pike nuts! Wonder what the PO had in mind with those..... was he into Harleys by any chance!?!?!? Maybe using them for a boot cleaner didn't want to get the floorboards dirty?!?!? Looks like a trip hazard to me! 48 minutes ago, josephvigg said: whos got a bead on something 60's era Hit up CL ... FB marketplace if yer a booker ... keep an eye on classifieds here. ... never know what pops up. Guaranteed that girl is gonna want tub rides so best get looking for one of those too! Ain't that right Sylvia ? @SylvanLakeWH 48 minutes ago, josephvigg said: service manual that calls out the locations of these safety's I'd buy you a beer. Right here Joe...every manual you will need. Upper right hand corner in the search block type in the model (should be on a sticker under the seat) select files and hit the search. Be amazed at all the files in there Downloads - RedSquare Wheel Horse Forum Ya get lost use your shoutout. I like Busch Lite.. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #57 Posted August 17, 2021 (edited) BTW Joe your close enough to PA so there is always the Big Show for horse thieving . Always some nice horses there for sale and good deals to be had. Your area shouldn't be too much of a problem finding say a nice 854 or somethin. Always held the first weekend after Father's Day in June. "front yard for holidays with a cart holding a Christmas tree or pumpkins and hay - maybe even a lap around the neighborhood for Halloween to see all the spooky houses?!?!? Yup im hooked already" You gonna fit in real well around here! Edited August 17, 2021 by WHX?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,878 #58 Posted August 17, 2021 1 hour ago, josephvigg said: Yup im hooked already Congrats on the score! Way to go raising your daughter up around classic machinery too! These kids will cherish garden tractor time more than we know it! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,815 #59 Posted August 17, 2021 (edited) Yah Kev but he's got a NICE tractor! Whoops did I just lose my seat assignment on the bus?!? Edited August 17, 2021 by WHX?? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josephvigg 88 #60 Posted August 17, 2021 20 minutes ago, WHX?? said: Saaawwwweeeetttt! Was wondering about those pike nuts! Wonder what the PO had in mind with those..... was he into Harleys by any chance!?!?!? Maybe using them for a boot cleaner didn't want to get the floorboards dirty?!?!? Looks like a trip hazard to me! Hit up CL ... FB marketplace if yer a booker ... keep an eye on classifieds here. ... never know what pops up. Guaranteed that girl is gonna want tub rides so best get looking for one of those too! Ain't that right Sylvia ? @SylvanLakeWH Right here Joe...every manual you will need. Upper right hand corner in the search block type in the model (should be on a sticker under the seat) select files and hit the search. Be amazed at all the files in there Downloads - RedSquare Wheel Horse Forum Ya get lost use your shoutout. I like Busch Lite.. Ahh the best thank you 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josephvigg 88 #61 Posted August 17, 2021 8 minutes ago, pullstart said: Congrats on the score! Way to go raising your daughter up around classic machinery too! These kids will cherish garden tractor time more than we know it! GREAT pictures !! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josephvigg 88 #62 Posted August 17, 2021 15 minutes ago, WHX?? said: BTW Joe your close enough to PA so there is always the Big Show for horse thieving . Always some nice horses there for sale and good deals to be had. Your area shouldn't be too much of a problem finding say a nice 854 or somethin. Always held the first weekend after Father's Day in June. "front yard for holidays with a cart holding a Christmas tree or pumpkins and hay - maybe even a lap around the neighborhood for Halloween to see all the spooky houses?!?!? Yup im hooked already" You gonna fit in real well around here! I was spying that show looks like a great time - shame I missed this years but I'd definitely take a blast out there with the family to check it out. Good reason to buy myself a fathers day gift??? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,558 #63 Posted August 17, 2021 Yes @WHX??… of course he’s gonna need at least one trailer for the little Wheel Horse fan!!! Perhaps more than one when the boys come callin’…? 1 1 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,174 #64 Posted August 17, 2021 1 hour ago, josephvigg said: I was spying that show looks like a great time - Yes Sir, put it on your 2022 calendar . Always the week end after Fathers day. We got buckets of WH parts. The 312A looks great. Perfect tractor for your yard work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregor 4,846 #65 Posted August 20, 2021 On 8/11/2021 at 8:26 AM, josephvigg said: and suck up these damn leaves into a bag Saw this on FB. I have no idea if it will fit your tractor. I you want the details, let me know, I will PM you. Selling what appears to me to be a Power Flow bagger only. Not the tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josephvigg 88 #66 Posted August 20, 2021 Yes please! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cwbuck1951 1 #67 Posted August 20, 2021 i just bought a 314-8 wh from a guy that had it advertised i looked at the pitcher ad thought that is more rugged that anything ive seen latley so i went up the guy told me what he had done i checked it out and he was honest so i bought it and what a great machine i paid $500 for it. is there anything i should know about these.? thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
