barns1 57 #1 Posted March 26, 2010 I have a C160 Auto I'm thinking about restoring and was wondering how well they plow snow. Will it raise and lower the blade ok? I'm trying to save my back basically, as using the C100 wears you out. Also, will parts from a C160 8spd work on the C160 Auto, like engine, and body parts, etc.? Thanks, Gary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #2 Posted March 26, 2010 The C160 will work great as a plow tractor,the hyd lift is a plus!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barns1 57 #3 Posted March 26, 2010 Hi Rick, Do you know if the sheetmetal interchanges between the auto and the 8spd tractors? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #4 Posted March 26, 2010 Most everything will interchange except maybe the console area and drive belt cover,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barns1 57 #5 Posted March 26, 2010 Thanks. I appreciate the help. Gary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,440 #6 Posted March 26, 2010 :omg: Hi Gary I have a C141 and it does a GREAT Job u have 2 hp more than me and about 100lbs more in weight so it should work wonders for you. GET IT IT DIRTY. Gary B...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raider12 13 #7 Posted March 26, 2010 Im thinking that would a magnificent machine for doing anything including snow plowing. I can understand what you mean about the C100 wearing you out. I have plowed with my Raider12 for years and Im beat afterwards. I say go for it. Denver Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Horse Fan 0 #8 Posted March 26, 2010 Hi there I have a C160 auto .It is an awesome tractor for snowplowing or for any chore. The hydraulic lift works great and is very responsive. I would say go for it. Diederik Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shuboxlover 478 #9 Posted March 26, 2010 I have a C-160 Auto and it does a horrible job moving snow.....why don't you let me alleviate your burden, and get that tractor off your hands for ya. Really though, I have a 42" snow blower on my C-160 and that thing is a BEAST !!!!!!!!! I can only imagine what it would do to my asphalt and concrete if I put my blade on the thing..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
refracman 167 #10 Posted March 27, 2010 A 77 C160auto is my plow/ utility tractor and it does a great job of plowing snow, dirt or gravel. I run turfs w/chains and 75# weights for snow and ags with the weights for the rest of the year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barns1 57 #11 Posted March 27, 2010 Thanks for all the help guys. I've had it for two years but due to health reasons and taking care of mom, I just havn't had the time to fix it up. So I'm thinking I can start on it this spring. I hope, I hope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites