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katoranger
04-29-2012, 04:03 PM
Look at the deal I got here. Restocking my Kansas collection.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/170829882292?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_949

Think I will get this one setup for mowing. I forsee a possible China power unless that Kohler is revivable. (no compression says seller)

That engine is not correct. Like I care. I won't change anything that can't be put back to stock.
Weldangrind
04-29-2012, 11:10 PM
Great score! We'll need many pics of the revival.
SpudRider
04-29-2012, 11:47 PM
That's a nice score, Allen! :D

Spud :)
katoranger
04-30-2012, 07:55 AM
I think I got a deal on it. I am going to need a lawn mower. This will just require alittle bit of work.
FastDoc
04-30-2012, 12:07 PM
Looks like a great buy and a fun project. Do you plan to restore it?
katoranger
04-30-2012, 02:20 PM
I won't restore it to correct status, just to worker status. The engine is not the original. Missing the belt guard. Will need tires. The rest looks original.

I will probably clean it up and give it some new paint. Good used tires. Make a belt guard unless I can find a good deal on an original.

The seller says it has no compression. Kohlers like that will stick an exhaust valve. I pull the plug and fill them up with some MMO. Let them sit a few days. That is a newer model engine that likely has electronic ignition.

Hopefully the deck is good.
katoranger
04-30-2012, 02:23 PM
http://rbwheelhorsestables.yolasite.com/resources/1961%20701.JPG


This is a restored unit.
FastDoc
04-30-2012, 02:49 PM
Too cool but I would imagine those tires would be awefully hard on the lawn.
katoranger
04-30-2012, 03:10 PM
I will get some turfs. They are cheaper and much easier on the grass. I am sure I can find a set for nearly free from someone wanting ag tires.
katoranger
08-18-2012, 09:15 PM
I traded away the wheelhorse. It is near restoration completion at its new home. The engine had a broken rod, but no other damage.
Weldangrind
08-19-2012, 01:00 PM
Did you trade it for anything interesting?
katoranger
08-19-2012, 02:03 PM
Not really. I got a Wii for girls and to use for streaming the netflix. It came with a bunch of games. We have been getting good use from it.
SpudRider
08-19-2012, 02:41 PM
I'm glad the girls are enjoying the Wii. :) You don't often hear of a tractor being traded for a Wii. :lol:

Spud :)
katoranger
08-19-2012, 03:12 PM
I got some cash with the deal too. Plan is to buy a larger tractor at some point.