stratostar250 919 #1 Posted June 13, 2015 Well, today, I went to look at a 520H, I've always wanted a 500 series, since day one, and I finally found a decent one within price range for me! It seems to be an early 520, with no foreward swept front axle, and has pre-toro decals. It had 835.9 hours when I bought it. The previous owner got it from his neighbor, apparently, and he had it for quite some time. It came with a dozer blade, wheel weights, and chains, and something which I have no idea what it is, an extra front rim, and a parts manual (and he threw in a few kohler manuals because he said I'd use them before he did). The tractor runs like a top and the hydro works great, doesn't seem to smoke, doesn't have any leaks, and seems like it was at least semi-taken care of. It did not come with a mower deck, and has not had one on it for quite some time. It is also missing the PTO and tachamatic brackets, but those shouldn't be too hard to locate. If anybody has a good idea on how to date the 520's, let me know, because the rear fender pan has been re-painted, and does not have any tags on it. Maybe it can be done with the tags on the onan?Does anyone know what the red thing I got was? I think the PO just thought that it was red and assumed it was Wheel Horse related, but I have no clue what it is! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,191 #2 Posted June 13, 2015 (edited) Looks to be a 88 or a 89 520. They are awesome tractors, had mine for 17 years and has 888 hours and runs like a champ! They are one of the best plowing tractors an never get stuck, even with just weights! Good luck! Nice score!! Edited June 13, 2015 by muz123 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,925 #3 Posted June 13, 2015 Maybe the red doo hingus thing may be for a bagger? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,191 #4 Posted June 13, 2015 The red thingy could be a rear weight holder? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #5 Posted June 13, 2015 Tom, sure is sweet, best of luck. Dont know what that thing a majig is.......Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 991 #6 Posted June 14, 2015 did the dealer put the serial number in the manual,they did when I bought my horse,in the front page 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar250 919 #7 Posted June 14, 2015 did the dealer put the serial number in the manual,they did when I bought my horse,in the front page I don't have the original owners manual sadly, the previous, previous owner had ordered the 100 page parts catalog though, and the only markings it has on it is this. Not really sure what those parts are, and I don't think I have a 520 HC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar250 919 #8 Posted June 14, 2015 Butttt, after looking at the owners manual, I do have the wider tires that the manual says go on the 520 HC, and it does look like the hood was re-painted and the stickers may have been changed. Are there any visual differences between the 520H and the 520HC that I would be able to tell? I appreciate any input you all have! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 604 #9 Posted June 14, 2015 The red thing is a plow for a Troy-Bilt tiller with a few extra pieces attached. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar250 919 #10 Posted June 14, 2015 The red thing is a plow for a Troy-Bilt tiller with a few extra pieces attached. I knew someone would know! Thank you so much! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #11 Posted June 14, 2015 It looks like a 1988 520-H. The ignition key location was changed for 1989 to left of the steering column. You will notice that the motion control lever slightly interferes with the ignition key. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,498 #12 Posted June 14, 2015 did the dealer put the serial number in the manual,they did when I bought my horse,in the front page I don't have the original owners manual sadly, the previous, previous owner had ordered the 100 page parts catalog though, and the only markings it has on it is this. Not really sure what those parts are, and I don't think I have a 520 HC. 79350 is a dozer blade sold 1993-2001#1 model 73501 Serial 5900350 is a 1995 520-H#2 model 73501 Serial 3903246 is a 1993 520-HModel C1-20OE01 is a 1988 520-HCGarry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #13 Posted June 15, 2015 Hc had forward swept axles, not an hc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #14 Posted June 15, 2015 The HC also has less gauges. The dash is different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar250 919 #15 Posted June 15, 2015 did the dealer put the serial number in the manual,they did when I bought my horse,in the front page I don't have the original owners manual sadly, the previous, previous owner had ordered the 100 page parts catalog though, and the only markings it has on it is this. Not really sure what those parts are, and I don't think I have a 520 HC. 79350 is a dozer blade sold 1993-2001#1 model 73501 Serial 5900350 is a 1995 520-H#2 model 73501 Serial 3903246 is a 1993 520-HModel C1-20OE01 is a 1988 520-HCGarry Maybe that is the dozer blade that I got with the tractor, You're so good with all these numbers Garry, You always chime in! Thank you! Hc had forward swept axles, not an hc The HC also has less gauges. The dash is different. Well, these settle it then, Not an HC, didn't think so, but figured it was worth asking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theroundhousernr 589 #16 Posted June 15, 2015 I don't think you can count on gauges as any kind of proof of being a 520HC or not. I have seen many different ones. I am picking up my first 520HC and it has all the gauges but less warning lights. My original manual that came with my 520H shows the 520HC with all gauges but lacking the warning lights. However I have heard of some with less gauges. My friends 520-8 only has an amp /hour/ fuel gauges, which some with the 520HC claim that's all they come with. I don't know if anyone will know an answer as to why but its all over the place it seems The HC also has less gauges. The dash is different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
