Horse Play 393 #1 Posted February 24, 2020 My wife's grandfather gave me a 1967 Sears Custom 6. It was sitting buried in the back of his garage for at least 30 years in Michigan. I'm not too crazy about it, but the family really wanted me to take it when de-cluttering their cottage, so hauled it back to Kentucky. I changed the oil and had it fire right up. After a little carb adjusting I rode it around for 30 minutes and ran great. It has great patina and all the original tires even hold air. Also have the manuals, brochure, and original sales receipt. So I feel bad because it's just not my kind of tractor. I'm not crazy about the looks and it's just not a Wheel Horse. I've been keeping it in the garage because I cannot let it sit outside, but it's really been in the way. Also, without a mower deck I have no use for it. What's your thoughts? 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,873 #2 Posted February 24, 2020 I like it, there is a cult following for old Sears machines. Fish with it and see. It is a great looking machine not to many around like it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,981 #3 Posted February 24, 2020 Looks tidy and with a history record as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildman 205 #4 Posted February 24, 2020 Can't beat them old Sears.Looks like it had a snow plow hooked up at one time Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,565 #5 Posted February 24, 2020 (edited) That's a sweet looking tractor. It's my belief that every one should have at least one odd ball in their collection. But if it's absolutely not for you then I would try to find some one who is as passionate about older Sears as we are about our . I know people in my area that fit the bill. I would think that there would be some in your area as well. Maybe hold on to it until you can attend some tractor shows, look for some guys displaying Sears tractors & see if you can find the right home for it. Edited February 24, 2020 by Achto 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwerl58 704 #6 Posted February 24, 2020 I love the old Sears tractors. Gave my son a 71 Custom 10 about 12 years ago. Try to pick up a deck or other equipment that you would use and I think you'll really appreciate it. No it's not a Wheel Horse but it is a great old tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stepney 2,325 #7 Posted February 24, 2020 I've had a number of Custom models. For the price point they can't be beat. At that HP and era you aren't stuck with the SSI ignition either. Pretty reliable and not bad little machines. Lighter weight and much easier on the turf than a big WH. One used I used to mow exclusively with a Custom 10XL. The big old shaft/gear decks are nearly silent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,420 #8 Posted February 24, 2020 8 hours ago, Achto said: It's my belief that every one should have at least one odd ball in their collection Is it ok if the COLLECTOR is the oddball??? Not that I'm like that ..... At all..... 14 hours ago, Horse Play said: My wife's grandfather gave me a . the family really wanted me to take it. I'm NO marital expert folks but I think maybe the aforementioned WIFE should be a majority voter in this process. Maybe have her take it out for a cruise or two and mow the lawn? The family really wanted you to go to the trouble to haul that all the way back home .... 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCW 1,293 #9 Posted February 24, 2020 9 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: I'm NO marital expert folks but I think maybe the aforementioned WIFE should be a majority voter in this process. Maybe have her take it out for a cruise or two and mow the lawn? The family really wanted you to go to the trouble to haul that all the way back home .... You are not giving yourself enough credit. It sounds like you already know how to say "Yes dear." 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,420 #10 Posted February 24, 2020 11 minutes ago, CCW said: You are not giving yourself enough credit. It sounds like you already know how to say "Yes dear." Believe it or not. I'm really really bad at that. I could even be considered... stubborn. I just happen to be one of the luckiest men on the planet and have a woman who lives with me who thinks lives and breathes 99%... just like I do. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darb1964 1,042 #11 Posted February 24, 2020 I think you should hold on to it, or pass it on to another family member.might hurt feelings if it goes outside the family. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,565 #12 Posted February 25, 2020 2 hours ago, ebinmaine said: Is it ok if the COLLECTOR is the oddball??? Not that I'm like that ..... At all..... It's completely OK Eric. Heck I even have an odd ball among my close friends. Ain't that right Jim @WHX24?? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,814 #13 Posted February 25, 2020 Got that right Dan... trouble is I always keep wanting to switch up the odd ball in my herd... bros not withstanding! One day it's an Amigo, next day it's a Gibson, next day it's a Bolens Ride-O-Matic! Better half says I can only have one oddball but thankfully no stipulations on .....whew dodged that bullet! Or have I??? 18 hours ago, Horse Play said: Also, without a mower deck I have no use for it. What's your thoughts? And I suppose you mow regular with that choice RJ I see sitting there.... tub rides for kids... shows perhaps... build the missus a nice sulky for love rides.... I'm seein 101 uses for it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,814 #14 Posted February 25, 2020 3 hours ago, ebinmaine said: a woman who lives with me who thinks lives and breathes 99%... just like I do. Wow just caught that... then why don't you make an honest woman of her ... heck we'll even send @PeacemakerJack out for the nuptials! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,420 #15 Posted February 25, 2020 25 minutes ago, WHX24 said: Wow just caught that... then why don't you make an honest woman of her ... heck we'll even send @PeacemakerJack out for the nuptials! No worries... We're honest enough... But you folks are welcome to stop out any time ya like... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Play 393 #16 Posted February 25, 2020 22 hours ago, wildman said: Can't beat them old Sears.Looks like it had a snow plow hooked up at one time Bill I was wondering because there is a snowplow manual in the binder. How did you tell it had a plow at one time? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Play 393 #17 Posted February 25, 2020 12 hours ago, ebinmaine said: Is it ok if the COLLECTOR is the oddball??? Not that I'm like that ..... At all..... I'm NO marital expert folks but I think maybe the aforementioned WIFE should be a majority voter in this process. Maybe have her take it out for a cruise or two and mow the lawn? The family really wanted you to go to the trouble to haul that all the way back home .... 12 hours ago, ebinmaine said: My wife has zero interest in the tractors, so she doesn't care. It's really up to me if I keep it and find a deck to mow with, or get it out of my was. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,184 #18 Posted February 25, 2020 On 2/24/2020 at 2:03 AM, Horse Play said: wife's grandfather gave me a 1967 Sears Custom 6. On 2/24/2020 at 2:03 AM, Horse Play said: but the family really wanted me to take it 13 hours ago, ebinmaine said: the aforementioned WIFE should be a majority voter in this process. @ebinmaine is right on there. You are just a pawn in this chess game of marital happiness. You need to find the most vulnerable in-law and through subtle suggestions convince them that they really want to own the Custom Six. Now it stays in the family, you are a hero to your wife and the Horse Stable is purified once more. Now, get out there and start the sales job! YOU CAN DO IT! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildman 205 #19 Posted February 25, 2020 3 hours ago, Horse Play said: I was wondering because there is a snowplow manual in the binder. How did you tell it had a plow at one time? The bolt holes on the front axle have been used that's where it hooks up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
