RedWheelz 149 #1 Posted March 2, 2022 Just got this Raider 8 and was wondering if the red, white and blue decal is original. Seems like I have seen it on other Wheel Horse photos but maybe not... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,494 #2 Posted March 2, 2022 That's an interesting Beast I haven't seen very many of. I don't think that red white and blue decal is original to Wheel Horse but I don't claim to be an authority. That engine is probably also a replacement considering it's the wrong color. What's the plan for it? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,171 #3 Posted March 2, 2022 Not wheel horse. That is the Texas flag. 7 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,557 #4 Posted March 2, 2022 But the Wheel Horse decals all look correct… 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,867 #5 Posted March 3, 2022 Cool tractor! I haven’t seen many small block Raiders… if ever. It should have a limited slip differential 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWheelz 149 #6 Posted March 3, 2022 7 hours ago, ebinmaine said: That's an interesting Beast I haven't seen very many of. I don't think that red white and blue decal is original to Wheel Horse but I don't claim to be an authority. That engine is probably also a replacement considering it's the wrong color. What's the plan for it? Im cleaning up all the hacks and cobblefication on it. Get new electric fuel pump, muffler, battery. Scrub it with brillo pads and put some boiled linseed oil on it. Just want a little zoom-around rig. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,494 #7 Posted March 3, 2022 3 hours ago, RedWheelz said: Im cleaning up all the hacks and cobblefication on it. Excellent plan and another great word usage. 3 hours ago, RedWheelz said: Just want a little zoom-around rig. Those Kohler 8 HP engines are great workers. It'll be a good little driver and if you want to get some grunt work out of it you'd be pleasantly surprised what it'll do. Please do feel free to post progress pics.... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,455 #8 Posted March 3, 2022 Now that I own three 8hp Kohler's I can say they are great engines. Made to last if you do all PM`s on them when required. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,171 #9 Posted March 3, 2022 Raiders are tough. I've had Raiders 8,10, 12, 14, and a 9(Tecumseh). 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #10 Posted March 3, 2022 Here's a Raider 8 with original decals that I rebuilt a few years ago, I added the different seat and springs. They're great little tractors. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,739 #11 Posted March 3, 2022 Like the early mule drive, do not see many of them... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,171 #12 Posted March 3, 2022 A few of the Raiders I have flipped. Many had the early style mule drive and all had the best PTO engagement lever wheel horse made. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,458 #13 Posted March 3, 2022 (edited) The Texas flag...not original. Red, white and blue/gray Wheel Horse decal, original. And you can order replacements from Vinylguy. Edited March 3, 2022 by rmaynard 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWheelz 149 #14 Posted March 4, 2022 So I cleaned carb and still couldn't get it started. So I ordered new electric fuel pump and still no go. Then....yep.... I found the fuel shut off. Anyhow...it runs good. Got it cleaned up and i was pleased with linseed oil outcome. First time using it. Just need a seat now. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,171 #15 Posted March 4, 2022 4 minutes ago, RedWheelz said: new electric fuel pump and still no go. Then....yep.... I found the fuel shut off. 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,557 #16 Posted March 4, 2022 Been there done that… once, maybe twice… or so… Looking good!!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWheelz 149 #17 Posted March 5, 2022 BTW, How much rear end oil does this take? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,494 #18 Posted March 5, 2022 24 minutes ago, RedWheelz said: BTW, How much rear end oil does this take? All 3 and 4 speeds factory spec is 1.5 qts. All 6 and 8 speeds is 2 qts. I put 2 qts in all manual transmissions. Least expensive 80-ish gear oil you can get. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,028 #19 Posted March 6, 2022 Guessing the flag isn't original. ...But I do like it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #20 Posted March 6, 2022 7 hours ago, ebinmaine said: I put 2 qts in all manual transmissions. Is that past the full mark ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,494 #21 Posted March 6, 2022 11 minutes ago, Horse Newbie said: Is that past the full mark ? I haven't personally seen a 3 or 4 speed with an indicator. 2 qts certainly won't hurt it. Might even be helpful. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #22 Posted March 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: I haven't personally seen a 3 or 4 speed with an indicator. 2 qts certainly won't hurt it. Might even be helpful. Oh… okay… The only manual I have is an 8-speed, and it has a dipstick. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWheelz 149 #23 Posted March 6, 2022 Was test drivin it today and she pulls wheelie when taking off in third gear even if you let out clutch slooow. Other gears jerk but third is worst. It it the belt or is there adjustment? Thanks for the help. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #24 Posted March 6, 2022 On 3/2/2022 at 5:33 PM, Ed Kennell said: That is the Texas flag God Bless Texas ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,494 #25 Posted March 6, 2022 8 minutes ago, RedWheelz said: Was test drivin it today and she pulls wheelie when taking off in third gear even if you let out clutch slooow. Other gears jerk but third is worst. It it the belt or is there adjustment? Thanks for the help. Do we know the actual age of the belt? Have you checked the condition of the belt, all 3 pulleys, and the tensioner spring? Likely there's a rusty pulley or more. Belt may be due for replacement. Best bet is to get an OE Wheelhorse belt. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
