Searcher60 208 #1 Posted July 12, 2017 Hello everyone. What do you guys think of the C-160 with the original Tecumseh OHV engine? Is it worth having? Or should I start running. It's need an engine overhaul. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jerry77 1,218 #2 Posted July 12, 2017 I didn't know the C160 ever came with a Tecumseh engine..learn something new every day...welcome to red square... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thisguyisnew 114 #3 Posted July 12, 2017 That would be awesome. I have heard of this but just thought it was a myth like the Easter bunny or the Queen of England. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chip61 655 #4 Posted July 12, 2017 I'd want it just because it's unusual, but I think Techy parts are hard to come by and expensive. If it's priced right you could always find a K or M series for it if the Techy proves to be too much of a project. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,515 #5 Posted July 12, 2017 My thoughts are much like Chip, do a little research on the availability and price of parts before you pull the trigger on that one unless you plan to re-power it (which I feel would defeat the purpose of buying it). It is a very cool looking engine, makes it stand out from the crowd. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,256 #6 Posted July 12, 2017 Yea, they made some 12hp and 16hp C-series with Teckys. I was thinking they called the 16's a C-162 but I'm not sure. If the price and condition was right a Kohler swap is a piece of cake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #7 Posted July 12, 2017 I could be wrong, but I thought there was a slight hood modification on the c-160s equipped with the OHV Tecumseh engine. Just a thought..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,256 #8 Posted July 12, 2017 I'm thinking it was the hinge part Terry. It raised the hood up an inch or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,125 #9 Posted July 12, 2017 3 hours ago, Racinbob said: I'm thinking it was the hinge part Terry. It raised the hood up an inch or so. yep, Bob....I believe you are correct. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 208 #10 Posted July 12, 2017 Yea, I am thinking I'd rather invest in as older Horse. Trade everything for the right Suburban with a deck and plow. I already got one C-160 with a lot of money tied up in it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #11 Posted July 12, 2017 The C-160 , in any flavor is about the toughest and most versatile Horse built - there is a reason they are highly sought after in the market .... If that odd model actually exists and the Techy is in bad shape , wonder if the elusive K-361 would fit it ?? Sarge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 208 #12 Posted July 12, 2017 It exists. I had my hands on it. I got pics, how do I downsize to post? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 208 #13 Posted July 12, 2017 Here it is, I think.... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Searcher60 208 #14 Posted July 12, 2017 What's it worth? It's average rough. Engine runs but smokes so bad neighbors would call police. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #15 Posted July 13, 2017 For that particular Techy ? Not a whole lot unless someone is sitting on a rebuild kit or parts and is looking for a decent block ....it is an oddball . They did do some interesting things in competition with the other engine builders - that one is a bit far off the zip code though... Sarge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bert 760 #16 Posted July 13, 2017 (edited) That's one of my bucket list tractors. Am I the only member that likes the horizontal cast iron 10-16 horse power Tecumseh? Edited July 13, 2017 by Bert 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
