DennisThornton 4,769 #1 Posted October 14, 2021 Never see them around here but this was within a days round trip AND it has the rear PTO AND the 3-point! I drove further and paid more than I've bought in better condition and a lot closer. But this is first I've seen for sale within a days drive. Had to have it! And I did something I would never recommend, I bought it without it running. So while I have a real good feeling for the seller I don't actually know what works... But, I'm pretty sure she'll all work but it will be a while before I have time to confirm. Model plate was not much help but I gather it is NOT an 84 since the hydro controls are placed like the 82-83 years but I have no idea which of those two years. Wish it had less rust but there's nothing here I can't fix with some time. If the hood is not a C-195 only then I'd swap hoods. Very pleased to have one but I can't explain why. I have NO interest in using it as a mower but if I had a 60" deck I might. I have NO rear pto driven attachments that fit it and while I have lots of clevis attachments I have NO CAT 0 implements to fit it! Not sure what all attachments there was but I've seen pics of a rear finish mower and a pretty big tiller. Wouldn't mind having a small brush cutter if they made one or if I could mod something. The larger tiller is interesting but I already have a WH rear tiller, a front and rear walk behind and 3-4 little ones. I suppose the 54" dozer blade would be nice. I'd love a mid-mount grader blade! I've read that some D model attachments can work but finding the C-195 was tough enough, I NEVER see any D stuff around here. 6 13 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,764 #2 Posted October 14, 2021 I'll bet your truck rode like a Cadillac on the trip back. Nice looking Black Hood. 3 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,634 #3 Posted October 14, 2021 @ DENNIS THORNTON , that this is so far removed form the norm with that 3 point and pto , would just concentrate on verifying your operational functions , and franken horse it , you have to replace the plastic rear fender anyway , with steel , would just oil down the rust to stop it and preserve what you have . mixing baseline function with clean and shinny , is a tough go . wish you luck with it , its a rare set up , pete 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,910 #4 Posted October 14, 2021 Are those blizzak tires on the rear? You can stud them for winter use! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,874 #5 Posted October 14, 2021 Nice find DT! Looks like all the goodies are there too! Tell who ever laid that rusty thing on the hood.....that is a no no! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
71_Bronco 1,072 #6 Posted October 14, 2021 Very nice score, congrats. Looks like a beast with all those extra goodies. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #7 Posted October 14, 2021 1 hour ago, Pullhosen’s Pony Express said: Are those blizzak tires on the rear? You can stud them for winter use! Already studded. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,910 #8 Posted October 14, 2021 3 minutes ago, DennisThornton said: Already studded. Weather Masters… still a great tread! I see the studs looking close now 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #9 Posted October 14, 2021 Very nice Dennis! Congratulations. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,759 #10 Posted October 14, 2021 Nice score I suspect a C-195 is on most of our list. A few month ago I pasted on one that was about an 14 hour round trip. Only one I’ve seen for sale down here. Had a cobbled up replacement short shaft Kohler twin so no PTO option 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregor 4,846 #11 Posted October 14, 2021 5 hours ago, peter lena said: you have to replace the plastic rear fender anyway , with steel I can't see where any chunks are missing. I think the cracks could be repaired. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelhorseBob 1,549 #12 Posted October 14, 2021 Very happy for you! Always nice to get something you’ve always wanted! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #13 Posted October 14, 2021 9 minutes ago, Gregor said: I can't see where any chunks are missing. I think the cracks could be repaired. I really wish is wasn't cracked but nothing is missing and I know I can line the cracks up and apply a patch on the back. I have a little experience welding plastic but I don't know if I'd bother. Certainly other things on it will get fixed first. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slim67 2,735 #14 Posted October 14, 2021 Sometimes you got to just throw caution into the wind. Congratulations Dennis. 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,315 #15 Posted October 14, 2021 7 hours ago, DennisThornton said: Very pleased to have one but I can't explain why. Dennis, you don't have to justify having scored a bucket list tractor. If you come to your senses and realize you don't want it after-all I'm sure there will be no shortage of interested future owners myself included. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BOB ELLISON 2,981 #16 Posted October 14, 2021 Very nice find Dennis. I've only seen maybe 2 of those for sale in my life . Rear find indeed 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 6,666 #17 Posted October 14, 2021 The only reason I don't have one is they are usually too far away. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,634 #18 Posted October 14, 2021 @ Dennis Thornton , still have the plastic fender off my 82 c-85 , bought new in 82 , to me it just does not have the look of the steel fender set up , good shape hanging in the shed , like the steel , for durability and its still horse , just me , pete 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,600 #19 Posted October 15, 2021 Nice! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #20 Posted October 15, 2021 1 hour ago, 953 nut said: Dennis, you don't have to justify having scored a bucket list tractor. If you come to your senses and realize you don't want it after-all I'm sure there will be no shortage of interested future owners myself included. I was all over it from the moment I found the ad! I did pay more and drive more than normal but no regrets! Just too hard to find around here with both pto AND 3 point. I'm happy with it and I think no matter what it needs it's worth it. Wish I had more time... Thanks for your comments! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex175 784 #21 Posted October 15, 2021 (edited) Congrats, and welcome to the Super C Club @DennisThornton! I had all the same feelings you did when I bought my 195, didn't know what I would use it for, but dammit all if I didn't want one. I was lucky enough to find one in Indiana that a contact of mine picked up for me, and brought it as far as PA where I met him and lugged it the rest of the way to CT. It may not seem like there are many attachments or things to do with it yet, but give it some time, and keep an open mind and see what's out there. I was lucky to find a CAT 0 plow and harrow on FB marketplace, and I've made a handful of my own things. One of my favorites is a winch that is mounted to a 2" receiver, I've use it to pull out saplings, and it would come in great if I had a tractor stuck. I've been lucky to find some good deals and at the right times, but I have amassed all of these attachments since I got the C-195 at the tail end of 2019 and haven't spent a whole lot to do so. It's a great tractor that can do a lot, you'll enjoy it more than you know. Bringing it home from PA. Got a CAT 0 to 2 inch receiver attachment, and that has opened up so many opportunities to use this tractor. In the back this shows it with a salt spreader, which I have yet to get working, but am working on. My homemade winch attachment that hooks into the 2" reciever Plow and Harrow There is a special lift rod you will need, and you need a longer drive belt, but with these two things standard WH snowblowers will mount right up, and that KT19 can throw some snow. Moving firewood to the house is a lot easier with this 2" reciever rack designed for cars and trucks. Edited October 15, 2021 by Alex175 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #22 Posted October 15, 2021 Congrats @DennisThornton Nice score! That's just one of the very best they ever made imo. That rusty chunk of metal on the hood is one of the most important pieces of it. That's the guide pulley setup for the belt to rear pto. Fender is available as reproduction, so no worries. Hood is same as any black hood. and you have the correct seat for it. It will take a 60" deck from a 520, and that's a nice setup. Don't go for the old style that came with it. The newer type is far better. For grader blade, you have to rig up a mount yourself then, as the frame is longer, and the rear pto pully bracketry is in the way. I have drawings of one setup somewhere here. D 160-200 tiller and rear finish mower will go on it. The big tiller is awesome. Rear finish mower (made by woods) could go as a brush hog i guess? A few other manufacturers had 2000rpm implements, so that could be a source for implements for you. I got a few of these things here, and an assortment of attachments, so if you need any info, just shoot. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #23 Posted October 15, 2021 38 minutes ago, Alex175 said: "Congrats, and welcome to the Super C Club" Thank you! Been wanting to be a member for years! I appreciate all you comments and pictures but deleted much for brevity and maybe easier following along for others. But I'd like to highlight some. Love the 2" receiver and I think that would be one of the first things I make for it. I have a 4wd compact and lots of attachments so for heavy work I'm all set. But there's times a smaller tractor is nice and now in addition to being able to work clevis attachments I can also handle Cat O 3-point if they come along. Tips like this are MOST appreciated! How to adapt what's out there instead of waiting for a hen's tooth to come a long! "There is a special lift rod you will need, and you need a longer drive belt, but with these two things standard WH snowblowers will mount right up, and that KT19 can throw some snow. "Moving firewood to the house is a lot easier with this 2" reciever rack designed for cars and trucks." I have two of those and I've intended to add a 2" receiver to some of my WHs to put them to good work. And I love the winch setup! I have a mod on an older Sears with a manual winch that has come in handy but I also have a 12v waiting for a good use. Thanks again! 38 minutes ago, Alex175 said: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #24 Posted October 15, 2021 24 minutes ago, Skipper said: Thanks! I'm pretty tickled about having one. Right off I noticed the belts and got concerned but the PO brought out the pulley so I smiled. I've read of new repro fiberglass fenders but I'll probably keep this one and fix it as best I can. I've read that the 520 60" fits but I didn't know it was better than the org. Thanks for that tip! Probably easier to find the newer model too. Nice to know that I shouldn't be looking for a mid mount grader blade. Lots of metal and welding rods around here and I'd be happy to see your drawings! Did read about the "D"s tiller and rear mower and I have read that the tiller is really good. Heard the mower didn't give a great cut but I wouldn't care for brush use. I've got to do more research on using the PTO. "I got a few of these things here, and an assortment of attachments, so if you need any info, just shoot. " 24 minutes ago, Skipper said: Shots fired! You have my full attention! Thanks again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #25 Posted October 16, 2021 I have a 50" grader here, that I am going to fit to it soon. Will share how here then What do you need? Pics of belt routing or? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
