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Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

Posted by wheelhorse_of_course (My Page) on
Wed, May 9, 07 at 13:26

I just won an 854 on Ebay. These were introduced in 1964 and apparently were the last model with the rounded hood (except for the Lawn Ranger series).

Does anyone (Deerslayer) know how long this model was made? I don't have the VIN number yet.

I assume this a short frame. Does anyone know if the 3-blade 36" mowers will work on a short frame, or does this require the 2-blade geared deck.

On an unrelated Wheel Horse question - does anyone have for sale the old style front hitch for Charger/Raider/Electro long frame tractors? On these tractors it is two pieces that bolt to either side of the frame. From about 72 onward they went to a single u-shaped hitch.

Many thanks


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

Congrats on your purchase!!!

The 854 was made only in 1964. It has an 8hp Kohler electric start engine and a 4 speed manual tranny. Below are the attachments that will fit an 854.

-Deerslayer

Attachments/Accessories List

Model/Part Number Description Comments
5-2321 32" Rotary Mower
5-2361 36" Rotary Mower
6-4111 42" Dozer Blade
7-1721 Cultivator
AC-675 Cultivator
AC-7 Cultivator (7-1711)
AH-63 Auxiliary Hitch (85111)
BD-4262 42" Dozer Blade
BD-4263 42" Dozer Blade
BD-4264 42" Dozer Blade
BD-4264A 42" Dozer Blade
BD-4267 42" Dozer Blade
BD-4271 42" Dozer Blade
BR-122 Back Rest
DP-861 32" Disc (7-1511)
DW-62 Dual Wheel Kit (80711)
HL-5 Headlights
HL-6 Headlights
HY-3 Hydraulic Unit
LMR-304 30" Reel Mower
MA-1 Speed Hitch (85211)
MB-405 40" Grader Blade (7-1111)
PP-101 10" Plow
PP-411 8" Plow (7-1421)
PP-85 8" Plow
PTO-66 Power Take-Off
RM-323 32" Rotary Mower
RM-324 32" Rotary Mower
RM-326 32" Rotary Mower
RM-3262 32" Rotary Mower
RM-327 32" Rotary Mower
RM-363 36" Rotary Mower
RM-364 36" Rotary Mower
RM-366 36" Rotary Mower
RM-3662 36" Rotary Mower
RM-367 36" Rotary Mower
RM-425 42" Rotary Mower
SGM-603 3 Gang Reel Mower
SMS-42A 42" Sickle Mower
SMS-425 42" Sickle Mower (7-1321)
SR-64 Speed Reducer
ST-324 32" Snow Thrower
ST-325 32" Snow Thrower
ST-326 32" Snow Thrower (6-2211)
TC-12 Tire Chains, All Purpose or Cleat 6.00 x 12 (82411)
WD-7 Wheel Disc (80511)
WF-60 Front Wheel Weight (81211)
WT-244 24" Tiller
WW-12 Rear Wheel Weight
WW-126 Rear Wheel Weight (81111)


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

Amazing what they could do with only 8 HP back in 1964. Then again we were able to put a man on the moon back in the 60's too!

Deerslayer, thanks for the info - I knew you would come through. Now, anyone know if any of the 36" rotary mowers listed are 3-blade units?

Here is a link that might be useful: My latest horse


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

The Wheelhorse concept of parts interchangeability over time cannot be equaled.

The only thing I can think compares is the promise that Kawasaki made when it produced the original ZG 1000 Concours Sport Tourer. They committed to building the same bike over a number of years to allow the aftermarket to commit to the design.

I bought one in 1987--the bike was still made, basically unchanged, until this year. It has never become an "antique" bike, it is probably the best bike for the dollar you could get. Fast, powerful, and maneuverable.

I have never regretted buying a Wheelhorse Classic--even though it was expensive. It is worth every dollar I paid.


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

"Now, anyone know if any of the 36" rotary mowers listed are 3-blade units?

They are all 2-blade including the 42" deck.

-Deerslayer


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

Amazing what they could do with only 8 HP back in 1964. Then again we were able to put a man on the moon back in the 60's too!

Deerslayer, thanks for the info - I knew you would come through. Now, anyone know if any of the 36" rotary mowers listed are 3-blade units?

Here is a link that might be useful: My latest horse


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RE: Vintage Wheel Horse Questions

Someone out there asked for a wheel horse RM425 mower dack.I have one and its for sale. Its in terrific condition other than the half circle blade enclosures underneath need rebuilding.I can e-mail pictures and answer any questions e-mail- bigdc49@aol.com thanks


 
 

 

 


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