T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,315 #1 Posted March 21, 2008 Jason sent me a pdf of his '86 brochure and as I was looking through it, one thing I noticed. Why is everyone in it so glum, with a sour look on their face. Noticed the guy in this picture: Hmm, is it because he doesn't like mowing? Or is it because he's afraid to get grass clippings on those nice shoes. It seem like in these brochures they're wearing dress pants, dress shoes and all have frowns on their faces. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 10,420 #2 Posted March 21, 2008 Personally, I think he just realized that those socks are gonna show in the photo... Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,315 #3 Posted March 21, 2008 Or this one: How's the hat on this guy: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 151 #4 Posted March 21, 2008 Guys, it's so easy..... They all realized that they forgot to order the cup (beer) holder ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 10,420 #5 Posted March 21, 2008 Or they are mad about having to get a new toy dirty... Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,088 #6 Posted March 21, 2008 That's not a glum look, they're ticked off! They are all looking at the right front tire there's something on there. Those of you with dogs know what I mean, you know, that stuff that sticks on the tire and you try turning the wheel when it's on the grass to get it off.... And you hope it doesn't fling back at ya..... Ok, I'll stop now... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
combatmp29r 27 #7 Posted March 21, 2008 Terry I think they're ticked off because they all had to share the same pair of pants :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curly 0 #8 Posted March 21, 2008 Guys I beleive it is the nicest thing they have set their gloomy butts on and the big Red Machine is beyond their normal concentration, so they sat there in amazement trying to listen to the humm of wonders. Curly in Kaintuckee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rollerman 290 #9 Posted March 21, 2008 I heard some of the 17HP twinns had some oil related issues....maybe there listening for the rod knock? :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj4kicks 151 #10 Posted March 21, 2008 The first guy, because he's also wearing Cub Cadet tan and JD green.... :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,127 #11 Posted March 21, 2008 Or could it just be the fact that they all pulled their pants up SO HIGH, that getting on the tractors gave them all BIG WEDGIES? Now they're starting to fill up with air because none can get out. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,315 #12 Posted March 21, 2008 :thumbs: I don't which is funnier - all these indicate that you guys are sharp and full of a sense of humor. I don't think I could have added a funnier comment than the ones here. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BPjunk 184 #13 Posted March 21, 2008 OK OK , I will give you guys the inside scoop on these advertising pictures , now you know that Wheel Horse did use regular people for pictures in their ads ..... and the fact is ... well all these guys just bought a new Cub Cadet the day before they test drove the Wheel Horse! Bill in Richmond, Va. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hoosier 1 #14 Posted March 22, 2008 Not only did they have to share the same pair of pants, but the 'shoes' for gosh sakes. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 10,420 #15 Posted March 22, 2008 well all these guys just bought a new Cub Cadet the day before they test drove the Wheel Horse! Now that may be true Bill! Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charger10us 1 #16 Posted March 22, 2008 :thumbs: I think if they all had cowboy boots on they would be smilling from ear to ear!!! :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,315 #17 Posted March 22, 2008 Somehow, I think corporate America thinks, or at least used to think, that suburbanites must do lawn care dress like that. I remember a brochure, I think it might have been JDs, where a guy was doing FEL work dress like he just go home from the office, complete with white button-down shirt, dress slacks, dress shoes. I don't know about you guys, but I wear work boots, blue jeans, and a T-shirt when I'm doing lawn care. Oh yeah, and a baseball cap of my choosing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,406 #18 Posted March 22, 2008 At least those all look like real shots... the one's in the 68 brochure Literature Gallery look like they were mostly photo-shopped together. On the Raider 12... How'd he get that blade full of dirt? There's no tracks behind him. And well.. the mowing shots.... don't have any mowing done! And what do you know... most of them are also looking at that front right wheel! How about this 875 Wheel-a-matic ad? This guy's mowing with no PTO Clutch? p.s. the front right wheel thing is for watching the mowing line in case anyone hasn't caught on! :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim_M 178 #19 Posted March 22, 2008 At least those all look like real shots... the one's in the 68 brochure Literature Gallery look like they were mostly photo-shopped together. On the Raider 12... How'd he get that blade full of dirt? There's no tracks behind him. And well.. the mowing shots.... don't have any mowing done! And what do you know... most of them are also looking at that front right wheel! How about this 875 Wheel-a-matic ad? This guy's mowing with no PTO Clutch? p.s. the front right wheel thing is for watching the mowing line in case anyone hasn't caught on! I think it may have just fallen off. He's staring at the crankshaft with a concerned look on his face. Actually the 875 doesn't have a pto clutch, but it is missing some pulleys and a belt to the deck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,127 #20 Posted March 22, 2008 Actually -- if you want to get real picky -- the tractor in that picture is a 1076 or 1276. (but it's still missing the PTO-6 kit, either way. ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse_of_course 99 #21 Posted March 22, 2008 Maybe they are concerned about the Toro takeover and are worried they may lose their jobs :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rod(NASNUT) 1 #22 Posted March 22, 2008 :D They were told that after the shoot they could not keep the tractor [somehow, I think corporate America thinks, or at least used to think, that suburbanites must do lawn care dress like that. I remember a brochure, I think it might have been JDs, where a guy was doing FEL work dress like he just go home from the office, complete with white button-down shirt, dress slacks, dress shoes. I don't know about you guys, but I wear work boots, blue jeans, and a T-shirt when I'm doing lawn care. Oh yeah, and a baseball cap of my choosing] I wear work boots, blue jeans, and a T-shirt when I am a work also :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Arndt 6 #23 Posted March 31, 2008 Darn good thing that they made better tractors than ads. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites