goldeagle 31 #1 Posted November 5, 2023 I have recently purchased a couple of C165 Wheel Horse tractors. They will be working tractors for a small (just under an acre) vineyard, so will be doing a lot of grass cutting the alleys and also towing a sprayer. Aside from being shown the very basics to get the tractors moving, I don't know anything about them - so hoping to learn a lot from this forum! Both tractors are already in pretty good condition and currently don't have any plans to do any 'renovation', my main interest will be in keeping them well maintained and looked after so that they are reliable for working and last as long as possible. One of the tractors comes with a rotovator/tiller (not sure how much use I will get out of this) and the other comes with a 42" cutting deck. I think one was made in Europe and the other in the US based on the labels. The both look pretty identical aside from the have different back sections (I'm sure there is a technical term for it), one seems to be a bulkier, plastic section. From what I can work out with the model numbers they were manufactured in 1980/81. 2 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,350 #2 Posted November 5, 2023 Nice couple of machines! Those bulky plastic rear fenders were easily cracked, many of us swap on a set of the metal ones as the bolt holes are all the same. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,923 #3 Posted November 5, 2023 (edited) Welcome, nice rides! I am not sure how many hours a week or season mowing these will get, but make sure to change that oil on a regular basis and you’ll receive a long return from them! Edited November 5, 2023 by Pullstart Typo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,923 #4 Posted November 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Sparky said: Those bulky plastic rear fenders were easily cracked, many of us swap on a set of the metal ones as the bolt holes are all the same. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,923 #5 Posted November 5, 2023 Here is a link for a very thorough checklist that has been compiled for new to you tractors. It’s pretty tried and true. You’ll notice that we’re always glad to help if or when you are stumped on any issues that arise. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,372 #6 Posted November 6, 2023 Looks like you found two well maintained C-165s. With proper upkeep they will give you many years of good service. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,291 #7 Posted November 6, 2023 to the Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,061 #9 Posted November 6, 2023 Two pages of info on the C-165 https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/search/?q=c-165&quick=1&type=downloads_file 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,261 #10 Posted November 6, 2023 Well done grabbing those. Enjoy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjoemie himself 3,068 #11 Posted November 17, 2023 to Nice machines you've got there! greetings from the Netherlands, Mark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 761 #12 Posted November 18, 2023 Belated greetings/welcome to the forum. Good pair of Wheel Horses. By their looks, they seem to have been cared for and should give you reliable service with continued regular maintenance. Lucky you to have 2 good WHs and reside in a great part of England. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites