Wheel Horse Project

[JM72390 33]

This looks like a great place for some information. Have been doing lots of research lately. My brother and I just recently acquired (2) 606’s and a 700. They are in some need of tlc, but the bones are in good condition….. Trying to figure out where to start.

Edited August 18, 2021 by JM72390

[kasey54 305]

Wow sounds like  a great problem! Yes this is a great place for all info wheel horse. I have a 700 stashed deep away somewhere.Who knows perhaps this will prompt me to dig it out. I have no 604 info actually, but some will be along  soon that do.  Be advised these guys  are great, they do there best with some photo's posted of your new treasures.

[Maxwell-8 4,277]

3 hours ago, JM72390 said:

This looks like a great place for some information. Have been doing lots of research lately. My brother and I just recently acquired (2) 604’s and a 700. They are in some need of tlc, but the bones are in good condition….. Trying to figure out where to start.

Welcome, 

 

I don't know the condition of your machines. But here in Belgium they all seem to have busted axle bearings. so I would check if the axle's are sitting strait and centerd in the tranny, (leaking tranny seals are often an indication(but then can just be old)).chech for loss rear hubs. And then do just the basics.  Engine and tranny oil, grease all the grease-points.

 

What are your plans with the machines? 

Edited August 18, 2021 by Maxwell-8

[Gregor 4,846]

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We want pics.

[SylvanLakeWH 25,604]

[Retired Wrencher 5,467]

JM- I always find to clean the hole tractor first to see if any leaks from engine or tranny, and go from there in general maintenance. I have done many tractors this way had good luck with it. Enjoy the project.

[JM72390 33]

Pictures will come today…

 

[rjg854 11,387]

[squonk 41,161]

604"s Came with 6 HP Tecky's originally. Exact same tractor as a 704 except it had a 7HP Kohler.

[953 nut 55,325]

I see some brother bonding time in your future.            I would begin with a through cleaning and evaluation of all mechanical aspects. Some pictures would be appreciated.             

[Ed Kennell 38,241]

1 hour ago, JM72390 said:

Pictures will come today…

 

 

                   

[SylvanLakeWH 25,604]

16 minutes ago, Ed Kennell said:

 

                   

How many times you gonna flip that today?  

[JM72390 33]

4 hours ago, Maxwell-8 said:

Welcome, 

 

I don't know the condition of your machines. But here in Belgium they all seem to have busted axle bearings. so I would check if the axle's are sitting strait and centerd in the tranny, (leaking tranny seals are often an indication(but then can just be old)).chech for loss rear hubs. And then do just the basics.  Engine and tranny oil, grease all the grease-points.

 

What are your plans with the machines? 

Not sure what the plans are yet… I think that will depend what we get into. After seeing a few pics of the fully restored beauties on here my intentions have started to shift…

[JM72390 33]

700

[JM72390 33]

606 #1

[JM72390 33]

606 #1

[JM72390 33]

606#1

[JM72390 33]

606 #2

[JM72390 33]

606# 2

Edited August 18, 2021 by JM72390

[JM72390 33]

606 #2

[JM72390 33]

And a mower deck

[Gregor 4,846]

This is one example, of one tractor. May give you an idea, depending on how deep you want to go. I had this one painted by an actual painter, with automotive style paint

Cost of tractor........................$350

Paint and media blasting........$500

Spray paint...............................$50

Head lights...............................$26

Tail lights..................................$80

Wiring & supplies.......................$5

Battery & cables........................$70

Seat............................................$80

Decals........................................$70

Carburetor..................................$80

Starter.......................................$150

Fuel pump..................................$70

Oil & filters................................$70

Degreaser sandpaper cleaning...$50

Coil............................................$70

Ignition switch...........................$15

Tires.........................................$170

Condenser...................................,.$8

Front grill mesh...........................$40

PTO switch..................................$25

Ammeter......................................$15

Misc. I forgot...............................$50

 

TOTAL......................................$2144

 

Satisfaction......................PRICELESS

 

Keep in mind this is my cost of rebuilding the tractor, the way I wanted to do it. There are things I probably did not have to buy, I just wanted them.

The starter worked fine, but the teeth on the bendix did not look good to me.

The condenser was rusty, crusty, and wrapped with electrical tape and I just didn't like it.

It had a 3 position ignition switch. The lights were on any time the tractor was on. It is suppose to be 4 position.

PTO switch worked, but I wanted a new one.

Coil was probably ok, again, I wanted a new one.

I had someone offer me a free seat. It was yellow. I thought that would be sacrilegious.

I bought several cans of spray paint, just to try the color, did not like them.

Tires? What can I say? They are just cool.

I could have painted the tractor myself, like my other 14, but not with these results. It really looks nice. IMO

 

These costs do not include tires and wheels.  + $1200

 

 

Edited August 18, 2021 by Gregor

[Ed Kennell 38,241]

2 hours ago, JM72390 said:

Pictures will come today…

 

Thanks for the pics.     Great trio of square hoods.

[JM72390 33]

Will start he cleaning and general maintenance this weekend. Going to start with the 606#1 and the 700. I’m sure more specific questions will be coming…

Edited August 18, 2021 by JM72390

[Pullstart 62,917]

  I have a very similar square hood… a commando 6.  It’s got a pretty light front end, but just won’t stop pulling!