I have to address the state of my Carb today on '96 WH H520, glad to know in advance that I can just take the top off and access all the valves. That, a new coil, Spark plugs, voltage regulator, add new fuel lines, and clean out the gas tank, Hopefully I'll be up and running soon. Thanks for your video!
I'd double check that - looks like an 88 to me. 89+ had the forward/reverse on the column and 90+ had the forward-swept front axle and Toro stickers. I'm no expert and it's all more or less interchangeable so I couldn't say for sure. It's a solid unit either way, just maybe an earlier iteration. Definitely got the better end of the deal regardless My brother and I dragged the 1990 520H out of my dad's garage a few years ago. It had been collecting dust for 24 years. Fresh gas, two (lightly) used plugs from my s10, and it was running in 20 minutes. I gave it new filters, fuel hose, and one tire, and it's been running fine ever since. Likes some choke - carb needs gone over - but it's been unstoppable so far.
I have a '92 that I have used for years. Originally got it for $500 as a worn out neglected farm tractor. Cleaned painted ,decaled and after the 2nd valve job sold the engine and replaced it with a 13HP Predator that sips fuel, (The 20 HP Onan sucks gas. I use it as a back up mower for my JD 1026R. Always loved the WH's.
I have owned my 1988 520-H since 1995. It’s been pretty much gas and oil for 28 years and still going strong. 1200 hours on the clock. I noticed your oil filter is a bit short. I use Wix 51762 which is the same size and meets all specs as the Onan filters that are no longer available. Amazon purchase. I love this tractor.
I buy NOS Toro and Onan filters because they're still readily available and not very expensive. Just a note for purists. But for the non-purists, Wix is an excellent brand, and there are tons of other perfectly serviceable names that are compatible, including ACDelco, Ford, and NAPA
My Wheel Horse 312-8 has been sitting for about 5 years now, and I decided to get it going again but I tried to move it shift lever the gears but it will not drop into any gear, only moves around in neutral. Any suggestions please 🙏🏻 and thanks.
I didn't see you install the outer gasket between the oil filter and the tins. Without that you are losing 30% of the cooling air to the rear cylinder. It is imperative that gasket is installed or you risk overheating the rear cylinder and popping a valve seat likely trashing the block. That is either an '88 or an '89 judging by the tire sizes, front axle style, hood stripe color, Stewart-Warner gauges and front spindle size.
Actually, I sold my wheel horse tractors earlier this year prior to my move from NJ to Georgia. I've looked locally to pick up another one, but there just aren't as many of them here in the South....
Yes you got lucky with the carburetor I have the same model I ended up having to replace the whole car later I wasn't so lucky but taken blow air compressed air behind all of 10 make sure there's no grass filled up in there clean all that out these things are common for their back cylinders getting hot Hope that helps
Thanks for the tips. I ended up doing more work on this fella. Replaced the muffler (broken bolts made it a challenge), removed and thoroughly cleaned the carburetor. New exhaust and intake gaskets. It's running great now. I am really happy with this tractor.
Hi I have a similar model here in the uk 1997 I think 227-5 runs fine but steering rack is worn and if I turn to hard the teeth slip it looks a difficult job to undertake and spares are hard to acquire
I have to address the state of my Carb today on '96 WH H520, glad to know in advance that I can just take the top off and access all the valves. That, a new coil, Spark plugs, voltage regulator, add new fuel lines, and clean out the gas tank, Hopefully I'll be up and running soon. Thanks for your video!
Great job! Glad to see that tractor with someone who can use and appreciate it. Looking forward to the follow up videos!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I'd double check that - looks like an 88 to me. 89+ had the forward/reverse on the column and 90+ had the forward-swept front axle and Toro stickers. I'm no expert and it's all more or less interchangeable so I couldn't say for sure. It's a solid unit either way, just maybe an earlier iteration. Definitely got the better end of the deal regardless
My brother and I dragged the 1990 520H out of my dad's garage a few years ago. It had been collecting dust for 24 years. Fresh gas, two (lightly) used plugs from my s10, and it was running in 20 minutes. I gave it new filters, fuel hose, and one tire, and it's been running fine ever since. Likes some choke - carb needs gone over - but it's been unstoppable so far.
Love the seat. Very nice ride😊
I have a '92 that I have used for years. Originally got it for $500 as a worn out neglected farm tractor. Cleaned painted ,decaled and after the 2nd valve job sold the engine and replaced it with a 13HP Predator that sips fuel, (The 20 HP Onan sucks gas. I use it as a back up mower for my JD 1026R. Always loved the WH's.
Thanks you are a big help. Lee
I have owned my 1988 520-H since 1995. It’s been pretty much gas and oil for 28 years and still going strong. 1200 hours on the clock. I noticed your oil filter is a bit short. I use Wix 51762 which is the same size and meets all specs as the Onan filters that are no longer available. Amazon purchase. I love this tractor.
Thanks for the tip on the oil filter. I'll have to remember that. I've got this tractor running real nice now, and I'm very happy with it.
I buy NOS Toro and Onan filters because they're still readily available and not very expensive. Just a note for purists. But for the non-purists, Wix is an excellent brand, and there are tons of other perfectly serviceable names that are compatible, including ACDelco, Ford, and NAPA
My Wheel Horse 312-8 has been sitting for about 5 years now, and I decided to get it going again but I tried to move it shift lever the gears but it will not drop into any gear, only moves around in neutral. Any suggestions please 🙏🏻 and thanks.
Buck , you will learn pretty quick, a Wheel Horse will drive you to get rid of all those MTD units you have sitting around!
I have a 520 h 1998 STILL GREAT, BUT NO ONE TOUCHES IT BUT ME!!!😊
I own the same one with all attachments.
I've got the snow blower, and the dozer blade. I've installed the dozer blade to push snow this winter....if we get any...
Dude, Great video! I feel like my dad has the same brand tractor growing up except it was silver. Was that a rooster!?!🤣 I love it!!!
Hey, Thanks. Yeah, we have chickens. Those roosters make noise in a lot of my videos, ha ha!
I didn't see you install the outer gasket between the oil filter and the tins. Without that you are losing 30% of the cooling air to the rear cylinder. It is imperative that gasket is installed or you risk overheating the rear cylinder and popping a valve seat likely trashing the block.
That is either an '88 or an '89 judging by the tire sizes, front axle style, hood stripe color, Stewart-Warner gauges and front spindle size.
Hey buck do you have any wheel horse tractors for sale?
Actually, I sold my wheel horse tractors earlier this year prior to my move from NJ to Georgia. I've looked locally to pick up another one, but there just aren't as many of them here in the South....
@@Buckwsr you are right
I live in North Carolina and trying to find one here is hard
Yes you got lucky with the carburetor I have the same model I ended up having to replace the whole car later I wasn't so lucky but taken blow air compressed air behind all of 10 make sure there's no grass filled up in there clean all that out these things are common for their back cylinders getting hot Hope that helps
Thanks for the tips. I ended up doing more work on this fella. Replaced the muffler (broken bolts made it a challenge), removed and thoroughly cleaned the carburetor. New exhaust and intake gaskets. It's running great now. I am really happy with this tractor.
Hi I have a similar model here in the uk 1997 I think 227-5 runs fine but steering rack is worn and if I turn to hard the teeth slip it looks a difficult job to undertake and spares are hard to acquire