Pullstart 62,905 #26 Posted September 29, 2022 1 hour ago, Handy Don said: Easy to get the lower steering arm out without removing the engine once the fan gear is off the shaft. But how did you get it back in? It took some contortionist action… but air was able to move things here and there to get it in. The biggest helper was loosening the collar on the steering shaft. THEN after it was back in, I popped the engine loose for some exhaust work The stack assembly is mostly welded so the only fitting that moves is at the head. It has become loose from heat cycles over the years and maybe some corrosion. I had to tilt the engine to the driver’s side to clear the front axle for another turn. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skippy1969 135 #27 Posted October 10, 2022 My 1975 C160 Hydro. Sold but not forgotten....... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelhorse#1 1,667 #28 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) I like them all but this was my first purchase .I use this one the most out of the other two I own. The 71 800 Special was designed for light duty and not as beefy as other model's. but I think it’s a cool little machine and cuts grass very well Edited October 10, 2022 by Wheelhorse#1 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #29 Posted October 10, 2022 Today, my favorite is this 854. Yep, I dig this little guy. Never needs anything and is always ready to go. 3 3 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cschannuth 3,816 #30 Posted October 10, 2022 My late father’s ‘78 C-161. Still looks and runs almost as nice as the day he bought it. It mowed grass on hilly terrain and pushed snow for 40 years. As you can see, he was pretty particular with his stuff. A trait, much to my families dismay, that I picked up as well. 2 5 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,719 #31 Posted October 12, 2022 @cschannuth I have said it before I don’t know how many times, but I think that’s one of the nicest C-161 8 Speeds in existence! I love it! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,082 #32 Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, c-series don said: @cschannuth I have said it before I don’t know how many times, but I think that’s one of the nicest C-161 8 Speeds in existence! I love it! Agreed. My favorite is in this pic. No, not that one- the other one! Or maybe that other one... Edited October 12, 2022 by kpinnc 4 2 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill D 1,923 #33 Posted October 12, 2022 2 hours ago, kpinnc said: Agreed. My favorite is in this pic. No, not that one- the other one! Or maybe that other one... I like the one on the right best. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cschannuth 3,816 #34 Posted October 12, 2022 5 hours ago, kpinnc said: Agreed. My favorite is in this pic. No, not that one- the other one! Or maybe that other one... I like the red one best! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,082 #35 Posted October 12, 2022 5 hours ago, cschannuth said: I like the red one best That's the one I was talking about. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bo dawg 516 #36 Posted October 13, 2022 On 9/26/2022 at 11:28 AM, Horse Newbie said: Mine are like children… I can’t choose between the two… I could choose, Id take that 520 any day over that Work Horse 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,072 #37 Posted October 13, 2022 10 hours ago, bo dawg said: I could choose, Id take that 520 any day over that Work Horse Yeah, as far as if I had to pick one to buy… but as far as a favorite, I can’t choose… 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,082 #38 Posted October 13, 2022 14 hours ago, bo dawg said: could choose, Id take that 520 any day over that Work Horse I used to think that way, and I do love my 520. But there is something to be said so far as "always ready to work" reliability. My 310-8 can sit for weeks, and it always cranks and works like a champ. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob J. 1,942 #39 Posted October 14, 2022 My favorite is my 1045. It’s a capable machine but not like some others are. I like the look. I like how it runs. I like how it drives. I like the history of this model. It’s not perfect by any stretch but I know it’s had a hard life. Old Boss Man will have an easy life from here on out, well until I’m gone. He’s 5 years older than me and have no doubts he’ll outlive me. Gitty up and cheers. IMG_6459.MOV 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
t_furl43 78 #40 Posted October 15, 2022 My 1982 C-195 2 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,290 #41 Posted October 15, 2022 Much like @Racinbob I like each one best depending on the task at hand. Right now I am in the midst of dealing with leaf removal so the 418-C with leaf blower is a favorite. But yesterday I spent the day at a local tractor show so the narrow front 953 was my favorite then. Next week I will be running the 42" rear discharge mower and towing a 42" leaf sweeper with the 310-8 tractor of choice. "Hot Wheels" in the background has a new home now but love it too. Snow removal will be coming up in no time, the 1055 has always been a great snow hound. For heavy lifting the GT-14 with FEL always gets the nod. Though the 1055 is great there is a lot to be said for the hydraulic lift and power of the 418-C But we can't leave out the treasured barn fresh 953. Guess I just can't pick a most cherished Wheel Horse. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ohiofarmer 3,276 #42 Posted October 15, 2022 Right now it is one of these three. They are all in original paint with lynmore' s liked finish suggestions. I got all of them for a good price for condition and did not haggle with the seller . The black hood is not really the hood that belongs in the c 160 to the left, but I just set it there while straightening up the garage and shop after getting the load of winter fuel pellets. The seat on the other C 160A is not correct, ( from a 520) but the one that came on it has the armrests and it really needs upholstery.. The 314 8 is really the same as a 416 setup because the front wheels are the same size as that tractor. Only 1200 for the three and all had decks. I have plenty of others, but these have plenty of power for those few weeks in the spring and fall when the grass gets thick and must be dealt with in between rain events I set them out by the bean field of dreams so they could pretend to be big boys waiting for the harvest ☺️ 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,233 #43 Posted October 15, 2022 Cropped it to accentuate the tractors, the field, and that terrific sky! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bds1984 1,435 #44 Posted October 15, 2022 One never forgets their first. I've had her since I was eleven and twenty-seven years later, still my favorite. 1 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,082 #45 Posted October 15, 2022 26 minutes ago, bds1984 said: still my favorite. Beautiful machine. Hope it gives another 27 years of service. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger R 448 #46 Posted October 15, 2022 (edited) Who was it that said "Love the one you're with" . She's 54 years old (41 of which she spent with me) , and still beautiful. Edited October 15, 2022 by Roger R 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,233 #47 Posted October 15, 2022 (edited) 53 minutes ago, Roger R said: Who was it that said "Love the one you're with" Stephen Stills. Of course if you listen carefully to the lyrics, they don't encourage fidelity! I love to see shots of horses at work. Edited October 15, 2022 by Handy Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marreque 213 #48 Posted October 31, 2022 Just got her back home last month after 25yrs apart!! 4 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
