dave2800 0 #1 Posted January 21, 2011 Hello All, I am new to RS. I just picked up a 1971 B-80 8 speed with a snow thrower. I came across this forum while searching for information on B-80s. This looks like a fantastic site for information. Dave Attached Image Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #2 Posted January 21, 2011 :banghead: Were in PA you from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,501 #3 Posted January 21, 2011 :thumbs: Nice to have you aboard. Looks like you may have a 1977 B-80. They weren't made in 1971. That model started in 1974 and ended in 1977. Check the ID tag on the left side of the hood stand. If the number begins with 71, that indicates 1977. Anyway, nice picture. Those B's are good at moving snow. You will find a wealth of knowledge here, as well as a lot of very nice people. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #4 Posted January 21, 2011 :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave2800 0 #5 Posted January 21, 2011 Thanks for the welcomes. I am located in Marshall Township near Cranberry. The guy who sold it told me it was a 1971. Here is a picture of the ID tag. Any idea on a year? Dave Attached Image Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,289 #7 Posted January 21, 2011 Looks like you may have a 1977 B-80. They weren't made in 1971. That model started in 1974 and ended in 1977. Check the ID tag on the left side of the hood stand. If the number begins with 71, that indicates 1977. It's a 1977. Check the links section http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/index.php?showtopic=143 which may be helpful. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgtsampay 117 #9 Posted January 21, 2011 Welcome. Now, you have the wheel horse bug. HEHE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave2800 0 #10 Posted January 21, 2011 Nylon, Thanks for the update. I also bookmarked the link you gave. I have plans to clean it up and repaint it when the weather gets warm. Right now I am waiting to my friend to bring over a new set of points. When I bought it the guy said it had a slight miss. One problem was he had the condenser just hanging and it was arcing. Got the bolted on and it seemed to run ok. Got it home and decided to check the points and come to find out the plastic part was cracked. We got 5 inches of snow last night and I have to dig out the old shovel. Now I want to find a manual for this. I was looking on the Toro site and put in the model number 71-08k801 which was right but can't seem to find the serial number. Thanks, Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racinfool40 202 #11 Posted January 21, 2011 :thumbs: And I agree them manual snow movers suck, Especially when you have another sitting there staring at you!!!!! :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,289 #12 Posted January 21, 2011 Now I want to find a manual for this. I was looking on the Toro site and put in the model number 71-08k801 which was right but can't seem to find the serial number. Use none for serial number, it isn't important on that model. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave2800 0 #13 Posted January 21, 2011 Nylon, Thanks, I just put in the model number and for manuals it shows part# 803699: Parts Catalog (English - 86 pages) $ 20.40 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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rmaynard 15,501 #16 Posted January 21, 2011 Nylon, Thanks, I just put in the model number and for manuals it shows part# 803699: Parts Catalog (English - 86 pages) $ 20.40 Unless you want to have a hard copy of the parts manual, you can access the parts lists at many places online. My favorite place is Small Engine Parts Warehouse. I have a copy of the 1977 Owner's Manual in .pdf format. If you would like a copy of it, PM me with your email address and I will send it to you. Your serial number is the number following the model number and as Karl said, it is not needed when searching the Toro site. The date of manufacture is coded in the bottom number in Julian fashion. It appears to be 7116. The 7 for 1977, and 116th day, which was April 26. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave2800 0 #17 Posted January 21, 2011 Bob, I appreciate your help. I will send you a PM now. This is a great forum and I am glad I joined. Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #18 Posted January 21, 2011 :banghead: Welcome aboard!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #19 Posted January 21, 2011 Glad you made it too. :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #22 Posted January 21, 2011 :banghead: You have a nice 1977 there. Model Number 71-08K801 Serial # None - None Model Year 1977 Product Name B-80 8-Speed Tractor Product Brand Wheel Horse Product Type Riding Products Product Series Garden Tractor, B Series Swath Deck Optional Discharge Deck Optional Engine/Motor Manufacturer Kohler Engine/Motor Size# 8 hp Transmission Speed 8 Speed Transmission Type Gear Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chesbaycruiser 83 #23 Posted January 21, 2011 Dave, Welcome. I recently put points in my '75 B-80...got them at NAPA. Item # on the receipt says: SME 7-01029. Price was $11.49. Good Luck! Chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave2800 0 #24 Posted January 21, 2011 To All the welcomes, Thank you so much. I am very impressed with all the welcomes and willingness to share help and information. MikesRJ, Thanks for the B-80 information. Chris, Thanks for the information on the points part number at NAPA. This is my first time with what I call a quality tractor. I've always had cheap used law tractors that all I could do is mow with. Now I finally have something I can do that and a whole lot more. And I am approaching the big 60 and that shovel is getting real old fast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,318 #25 Posted January 21, 2011 :thumbs: Looks like a lot of information came out of your first thread . Mike......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
