WildmanC120 613 #1 Posted July 30, 2018 I'm pretty new to the WH family. This C-120 I got a few weeks ago is my 1st one. I would like to put a snowblower on it for the winter instead of using my walk behind. What size/model is best for this tractor? Single stage or 2 stage? Just looking for any and all information I can get. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,078 #2 Posted July 30, 2018 May want to contact @Pollack Pete about a blower, he has a bunch of tractors and equipment and may be able to hook you up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,033 #3 Posted July 30, 2018 The 42" single stage is the simplest, lightest and works well. One from 1973 up is plug and play. DNA 1977 model 76-42ST01 replaces 1966-67 model ST-376, 1968 model 6-1211, 1969 6-6211 plus 6-9111, 1970-72 model 6-6212 plus 6-9112, 1973-74 model 6-6212 plus 6-9113, 1974 model 6-6213, 1975 model 6-6214, 1976 model 6-6215, 1976 model 66-42ST01 1977 model 76-42ST01 replaced by 86-42ST01, 96-42ST01, 1980 model 06-42ST01, 1981-82 model 06-42ST02, 1983 model 06-42ST03, 1984-87 model 06-42ST04, 1987-89 model 06-42ST05, 1990 model 06-42ST06, 1991-93 model 06-42ST07, 1993-2001 model 79360, 2002-07 model 79362 Garry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WildmanC120 613 #4 Posted July 30, 2018 8 hours ago, gwest_ca said: The 42" single stage is the simplest, lightest and works well. One from 1973 up is plug and play. DNA 1977 model 76-42ST01 replaces 1966-67 model ST-376, 1968 model 6-1211, 1969 6-6211 plus 6-9111, 1970-72 model 6-6212 plus 6-9112, 1973-74 model 6-6212 plus 6-9113, 1974 model 6-6213, 1975 model 6-6214, 1976 model 6-6215, 1976 model 66-42ST01 1977 model 76-42ST01 replaced by 1978 model 86-42ST01, 1979 model 96-42ST01, 1980 model 06-42ST01, 1981-82 model 06-42ST02, 1983 model 06-42ST03, 1984-87 model 06-42ST04, 1987-89 model 06-42ST05, 1990 model 06-42ST06, 1991-93 model 06-42ST07, 1993-2001 model 79360, 2002-07 model 79362 Garry Is a single stage enough for my north east Winters here in NY? How does a 12hp handle a blower of that size? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,350 #5 Posted July 30, 2018 Yes, That's what I've been using. The only thing I've ever had a problem with is thick, deep slush. Most any snow thrower doesn't like that. 95% of the time no problem at all. Throws it a respectable distance too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,582 #6 Posted August 4, 2018 that 12 hp works well on that 36/42 single stage, slush is difficult on any blower. I found that chain lubrication is vital for easy smooth use , its also important to use polymer wax or silicone on the inside of the chute, the smoother the better. I would detail any friction point with lubricant , auger handle, spring tension double pulley frame mount. the lift bar mounting points. tractor supply has a very good lift spring for these, makes lifting much better. don't forget wheel weights and chains. with each use, you will adjust to snow conditions, and learn from them. that 2 stage is big and heavy, best left to 20 hp , only my opinion , good luck , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WildmanC120 613 #7 Posted August 4, 2018 52 minutes ago, peter lena said: that 12 hp works well on that 36/42 single stage, slush is difficult on any blower. I found that chain lubrication is vital for easy smooth use , its also important to use polymer wax or silicone on the inside of the chute, the smoother the better. I would detail any friction point with lubricant , auger handle, spring tension double pulley frame mount. the lift bar mounting points. tractor supply has a very good lift spring for these, makes lifting much better. don't forget wheel weights and chains. with each use, you will adjust to snow conditions, and learn from them. that 2 stage is big and heavy, best left to 20 hp , only my opinion , good luck , pete Thanks for the heads up. There are a few 36/42" blowers locally for less than $150. I guess I just gotta take my pick and run with it. I would use some wheel weights and chains too I guess. Would like the cast weights if I can find them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,666 #8 Posted August 4, 2018 moved a lot of snow with this Charger 12.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,582 #9 Posted August 4, 2018 I picked up a nice set of j/d flat cast iron wheel weights, painted them black and look much better then the w/h weights that hang out of the wheels, that smile tells us all what we know, good blowing , pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WVHillbilly520H 10,373 #10 Posted August 5, 2018 1 hour ago, peter lena said: I picked up a nice set of j/d flat cast iron wheel weights, painted them black and look much better then the w/h weights that hang out of the wheels, Hey Pete, Whatcha think of these... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,582 #11 Posted August 5, 2018 they are pretty sweet, but finding a set of those is rare, I sold off my plastic coated wheel weights, I think your flush mount weights are the way to go , very efficient and also has the look ,to enhance your tractor. pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,666 #12 Posted August 5, 2018 44 minutes ago, peter lena said: they are pretty sweet, but finding a set of those is rare, I sold off my plastic coated wheel weights, I think your flush mount weights are the way to go , very efficient and also has the look ,to enhance your tractor. pete I have all kinds of weights Plastic and various steel ones. Any weight is better than no weight. I think as is obvious from my picture above i am not in to appearances Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
