SteveGo 0 #1 Posted October 2, 2013 My mother, 88 years old, has a 1974 C160 8 Speed, with a full complement of accessories. It has been sitting in a shed, in need of repairs for the last 6 or 7 years. I believe it needs some pulleys replaced, not counting any engine clean-up from just sitting around. As we are trying to simplify her life somewhat, I was looking for some advice or resources on the best disposition of this tractor. It would be great to find someone who loves these machines, to give it a good home. For us, fixing it up is not a realistic option. Thanks in advance for your help. Steve We are in the North Texas area. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #2 Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to the site! If you are looking to sell your tractor, you will need to open up a listing in the classified section. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,020 #3 Posted October 2, 2013 Wish I lived in Texas. Think I could solve your problem. Yep, I got the answer. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boovuc 1,090 #4 Posted October 2, 2013 If you have a friend, neighbor or aquantance that is fairly handy, I would have this person look at the tractor and try to determine what the cause was to put it away. As you stated, it will most likely need some tweeking to get the motor to run. The fact it was in a shed is a VERY good thing. If you can diagnose the issue(s) and if you can make it run, a few pictures of it and a posted classified add on this site should give it a good home and some money in the family budget. (And room in the shed). You also posted there are some implements. Those implements, depending on what they are, are sometimes worth more than the tractor. Plows, graders, tillers, loaders and snow blowers are sought after so post these in the classified section as well unless you just want it gone and it makes sense to offer a package deal. Good Luck to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,968 #5 Posted October 4, 2013 Hey Guys. Matt (I can't think of his RS name) was wanting a C-160 but could not find one near him in his home State of Texas. Does anyone know how to get in touch with him? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whc160 74 #6 Posted October 5, 2013 Hey Guys. Matt (I can't think of his RS name) was wanting a C-160 but could not find one near him in his home State of Texas. Does anyone know how to get in touch with him? Matt's screen name is bowtiebutler956 . He would be glad to here about a C-160 in his part of the country. He is always giving me a hard time about all of the C-160's being up here in the northeast. And he will give it a good home. He is located in Harlingen TX. Not sure how close he is to you. Sent him a PM and I am sure he will respond. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 650 #7 Posted October 5, 2013 Thanks for keeping me in mind guys, I appreciate it! I sent him a PM. Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,968 #8 Posted October 5, 2013 I sure hope this works out for you Matt!!! Keep us posted 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 650 #9 Posted October 19, 2013 Just wanted to say thanks to you guys for thinking of me, (Wheel-N-It) and (whc160)!! I haven't picked it up yet, but I will be soon. Steve is a real stand up guy, who has really worked with me, and I really appreciate it Steve! I've wanted a C-160 for along time, and I'm excited! I guess the old saying is true "Good thing come to those who wait". I'll post pics as soon as I get it. Matt 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,046 #10 Posted October 19, 2013 Love a happy ending! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whc160 74 #11 Posted October 19, 2013 Congrats Matt! I am glad to know that it is going to a good home. You going to love that K341 THUMBER. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,440 #12 Posted October 19, 2013 That is why this site works. It is the people who make it great preserving Americana. Nice work every one. Gary B.... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,331 #13 Posted October 19, 2013 If congress would just work this way and help each other, just think how things would be. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,968 #14 Posted October 20, 2013 Matt, I am very excited for you! This is an example of where the internet is a very useful tool. In this case, it was used as an outreach to help another person here. Matt, you and I became members of RS with two weeks of each other, and you have wanted a C160 the whole time we've been here. WHC160 you've got a part in this too. You got here ahead of me as a member by about three weeks. Its really cool how we worked together to help Matt. Matt, I know you will be posting pics as soon as the C160 is in your posession and I look forward to seeing them. Hopefully I'll get to throw a leg over it one day and take it for a ride. Part of my retirement plan is to sell out here and move to Texas. We're looking at about six years for the wheel on that idea to begin turning. Van 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
