WHCC Feature tractor and picture re-creation

[c-series don 8,688]

I hear the C-175 is the feature tractor this year and the WHCC is looking to recreate the picture of one of them with the front mount mower carrier and 48” deck. Is anyone going to be able to put this together? I have this tractor, but it needs a full restoration. I also know where I can get the mower carrier and have a few 48” decks that need restoration. Plans for the total restoration may be on the back burner as my oil burner needs to be replaced very soon. Depending on the cost of this may dictate if I can pull it off. I won’t do it if I can’t do it 100%, I can’t do it half ass, that’s just me.In my opinion I think the black hoods are sharp looking tractors. 

Edited February 16 by c-series don

[JCM 9,130]

50 minutes ago, c-series don said:

 I think the black hoods are sharp looking tractors. 

 

 I agree. 

 

 

 

[8ntruck 6,998]

It is just me, but I think an aged tractor with the same mowing set up shot in a similar, but modern scene would be a neat shot. Would show the endurance of these machines.

[ri702bill 8,316]

6 hours ago, 8ntruck said:

It is just me, but I think an aged tractor with the same mowing set up shot in a similar, but modern scene would be a neat shot. Would show the endurance of these machines.

I so agree. The test of time - and the WH won!!

[SylvanLakeWH 25,535]

Love the Black Hoods!!! 

[Tonytoro416 1,034]

I have a super nice deck carrier but no black hood nor a 48” deck

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,315]

How accurate is the pic going to be? Where will they find a Members Only nylon jacket 

  

[WHX?? 48,815]

That lawn jockey your bank guard Don?

No  here Sylvia... looks like he's going for his pistol... 

Edited February 14 by WHX??

[midpack 862]

I have a C-175 hydro with a 48" deck that I use as my regular mower. It runs and cuts great!

But it's not "pretty" lol

[rjg854 11,360]

58 minutes ago, midpack said:

I have a C-175 hydro with a 48" deck that I use as my regular mower. It runs and cuts great!

But it's not "pretty" lol

[midpack 862]

1 hour ago, rjg854 said:

This is the best one I have at the moment, they all started off as C-175's but one has a Magnum 12 and the 3rd has a Magnum 18

[rmaynard 15,436]

15 hours ago, c-series don said:

...my oil burner needs to be replaced very soon...

When you speak of your oil burner, are you talking about your home heating system, or your daily-driver Wheel Horse that needs a ring job?

[PWL216 889]

I have a C-175 hood in good shape that I’d  be happy to donate to the project. Personally, I don’t like the looks of the black hoods. It’s not so much the hood style, I just don’t like the black. 

[c-series don 8,688]

50 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

When you speak of your oil burner, are you talking about your home heating system, or your daily-driver Wheel Horse that needs a ring job?

I wish it was just a ring job! That would be a hell of a lot cheaper than replacing my burner! 

[Ed Kennell 38,141]

21 hours ago, c-series don said:

my oil burner needs to be replaced

Is that legal in New Yak ?   

[rjg854 11,360]

They haven't banned them yet, but it's something they want to.

[squonk 41,069]

Who ever is in the recreated picture need to wear dress shoes! 

[c-series don 8,688]

10 hours ago, Sparky said:

How accurate is the pic going to be? Where will they find a Members Only nylon jacket 

  

That’s funny you say that because I thought the exact same thing. However I don’t see any shoulder straps? 😂 I may have to start perusing local thrift shops. Are those pants polyester? Might be a little hot wearing these items at the big show 😂 Dang it @squonk I need to look for the shoes too? 

Edited February 15 by c-series don

[SylvanLakeWH 25,535]

1 hour ago, squonk said:

Who ever is in the recreated picture need to wear dress shoes! 

 

@Pullstart can provide either cowboy boots or flip flops... steel toed of course... 

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330]

No 175 here wish I could help

[Bill D 1,920]

@Brockport Bill.  Care to chime in.

[Brockport Bill 1,661]

Good luck don -- sounds like awesome C175 project idea -- if anything like your results of your beautiful restored Workhorse I am sure the 175 project will be special -- I'm wondering if you plan to start a GOFUND ME page to buy the brochure guys jacket and shoes?

I was able to acquire a couple C175s a few years ago -- an 83 Series 1, and a 84 Series 2, -- both apparently their original black hoods, plus the raised plastic seat pan fenders -- I have done some rehab on the 84 Series 2, but not much on the 83 Series 1 - both are in use -- that twins certainly have a great sound. Hoping to keep both running and in good condition - Bill

[c-series don 8,688]

Update: I dragged my C-175 out of the backyard and into my shop today. This tractor hasn’t ran in years. Purchased a new battery, filed the points, cut the fuel line so it wouldn’t suck up crappy fuel and sprayed some gas down the carburetor. Vroom! It started right up! Then I drained and cleaned the tank, replaced the fuel line and added a filter. Next I topped off the transmission, then drove it around. I have to say that I was one happy camper. The transmission is nice and tight and the hydraulic lift works fine too. I’m not sure but this may be on its way to a full blown restoration? 
 Also more good news, @Sparky I found the jacket for the picture!

[Horse Newbie 7,069]

Referring to the 1st pic at the very top…

Do all deck chutes mount under the deck opening as the pic shows ?

Have I been trying to mount mine wrong on my 48 inch SD deck ?

I thought they mounted on the outside…

[JCM 9,130]

I have a bunch of WH decks and on the 42'' the chute goes under and on the 48'' over on the SD decks. @Horse Newbie Both were bought new.