mflowers 85 #1 Posted May 17, 2010 I finally have had some time to get started on the C-160. So far I have found very little wrong with the tractor considering it is 30+ years old. I am having to take a few parts at a time into work for sandblasting but once that has been done I'm hoping the pace will pcik up just a bit. Here are a few pictures as it sits today, if anyone has suggestions along the way I'll take all the advise I can get! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tgranthamfd 29 #2 Posted May 17, 2010 Nice start, it will start coming together before you know it. I didn't see anything out of the ordinary, right off hand, but I know zero about the hydro units. :D 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #3 Posted May 17, 2010 Looks like a good start there!,Rick 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jpmcleod 4 #4 Posted May 17, 2010 I am glad you posted your picyures. I just got a C-120 and C-175 and they have their share of surface rust. I have started on the C-175 and have it almost stripped. Yours give me inspiration not to give up, although yours is not that rusty. I hope yours yurn out really nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #5 Posted May 17, 2010 There is more surface rust than pictures show, I am struggling with just how picky to be when sanding. I guess a little pitting will give it some character! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-Series14 15 #6 Posted May 17, 2010 Great start! Take it down to the frame, you won't be sorry! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #7 Posted May 23, 2010 Making a little more progress with the dis-assemble, I took a few pictures mostly for my reference but thought I would share some. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prater 75 #8 Posted May 23, 2010 One thing I recomend, before you teardown use easy off oven cleaner and a powersprayer on the whole tractor. It is much easier to work on without 30 year old grime getting everywhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #9 Posted May 23, 2010 The last pic is just after using Purple Power and power washer, although there are still some spots that I couldn't get. I was wondering about oven cleaner...may even take some of the paint off too and save me some time sandblasting. I'll let you know how it works out..thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbotelho 1 #10 Posted May 23, 2010 Hi I have the same machine that you have can you tell me the drive belt size ?the toro dealer tell me it is 84 in I am having trouble with the idler When I push it to energize it does not seem like it goes down far enough It works its way back up to the disengage position also if you have a better picture of the idler assy I would appreciate it Thanks :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-Series14 15 #11 Posted May 23, 2010 Hi I have the same machine that you have can you tell me the drive belt size ?the toro dealer tell me it is 84 in I am having trouble with the idler When I push it to energize it does not seem like it goes down far enough It works its way back up to the disengage position also if you have a better picture of the idler assy I would appreciate it Thanks 7478 is the part number, 84.22", HB/5L belt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #12 Posted May 24, 2010 Jim, looks like you have your answer..now I have a question for Guru. I have taken it down pretty much to the frame, I had to remove the dash and steering wheel as an assy. The steering wheel looks as if it has a roll pin holding it to the shaft, any suggestions for getting it off, I really don't want to have to paint around it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #13 Posted May 24, 2010 Jim, looks like you have your answer..now I have a question for Guru. I have taken it down pretty much to the frame, I had to remove the dash and steering wheel as an assy. The steering wheel looks as if it has a roll pin holding it to the shaft, any suggestions for getting it off, I really don't want to have to paint around it! To put it mildly, it's a challenge. Try this thread: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?...538&hl=roll+pin There are others if you use the search words "roll pin". Good luck! Duff :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daddy Don 905 #14 Posted May 24, 2010 Keep it going you will love it when you get finished. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-Series14 15 #15 Posted May 24, 2010 Jim, looks like you have your answer..now I have a question for Guru. I have taken it down pretty much to the frame, I had to remove the dash and steering wheel as an assy. The steering wheel looks as if it has a roll pin holding it to the shaft, any suggestions for getting it off, I really don't want to have to paint around it! Like said before, it can be a challenge. I have removed 2 wheels once the pin is out with my 12 ton press. The pin is a roll pin, they need soaked and then a good punch the same size as the pin helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbotelho 1 #16 Posted May 27, 2010 thanks for the closeup of the idler I finally went up to a 85in belt and guess what ,it worked idler drops down nicely and when it is raised all the way up the belt stops moving completely I cut the lawn the other nite with the 36in deck and it performed great Now I have the mate for my 417a that is the workhorse of my "lil herd" forgot to mention the smoking belt problem also disappeared :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #17 Posted May 29, 2010 Great start! Take it down to the frame, you won't be sorry! Well advice taken. It's all down hill from here! Sure are lots of parts here.. I did find the front axleshaft broken at the weld I thought I saw on here where a member was selling an upgrade version of this steering shaft front bearing?? And finally, I had to see something finished! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #18 Posted May 29, 2010 Now you are ready for the fun part,painting and reassembly! Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
massey 118 #19 Posted May 29, 2010 I just bought one of these tractors in "kit" form so I'll be watching this for all the info I can get. Thanks for the pictures so far. Ed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #20 Posted May 29, 2010 I just bought one of these tractors in "kit" form so I'll be watching this for all the info I can get. Thanks for the pictures so far. Ed I have lots of pictures, mostly for reference later, I am happy to share them if you get stuck. Yes it will be the fun part, staying out of the "dog house" will be the challenge now.. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheUnknownCat 0 #21 Posted May 30, 2010 Yep, I'm watching this post too. My 160 is likely to get the same treatment this winter. You're lookin' good. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #22 Posted June 12, 2010 Well, dropped off most of the parts for sandblasting to a guy who rebuilds the big tractors. After talking with him I have decided to go with epoxy primer and acrylic enamel (he likes Dupont), the results he gets with this combo are 1st class. I had the hood and engine tins done with Valspar Resto Series and was really concerned about the durability, so....off it comes! I am hoping that matching the color won't be too much of a hassle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #23 Posted June 12, 2010 Jim, looks like you have your answer..now I have a question for Guru. I have taken it down pretty much to the frame, I had to remove the dash and steering wheel as an assy. The steering wheel looks as if it has a roll pin holding it to the shaft, any suggestions for getting it off, I really don't want to have to paint around it! The steering wheel is off!!! I soaked with Kroil (http://www.kanolabs.com) for several days and roll pin came right out. The wheel itself had to be coaxed a bit in the opposite direction but came off clean. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mflowers 85 #24 Posted June 16, 2010 Got the parts back from the sandblasting guy.... But he bent my seat pan. I guess it's my fault, I left the tail light on and he couldn't get the bolt off one side, sooo, he just pryed it off! Anybody have some advice for getting it straight again? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
massey 118 #25 Posted June 16, 2010 Mark the exact location of the dent and hit that sandblasting guy squarely in the head at that precise point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
