B-60

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

I have this B 60 I picked up last weekend. I may have an original engine for it this week end? Will know buy the end of the weekend. It currently has a 8 hp start /gen  motor in it now. It runs good.  But it is in a tight space. But looking for options. I have seen people use Harbor freight engines in them. With good results I guess? Any other options? I have always like these little B-60’S. Cool and very functional. Reason I picked this up I am try to preserve the 856 I have.It is the best one I currently have. I am restoring an B-100 correctly.  Any thoughts are welcome.

Edited August 15 by Retired Wrencher

[ebinmaine 79,986]

My own thoughts... keep it KOHLER powered. 

 

Adjust that one with a shorter belt maybe?

 

Definitely insulate those S/G terminal ends from the gas tank spring. That's a serious problem. 

 

 

[ebinmaine 79,986]

You could also get the proper type 8 HP engine in there. Easy swap.  

[TonyToro Jr. 2,518]

13 minutes ago, ebinmaine said:

You could also get the proper type 8 HP engine in there. Easy swap.  

 B-60s came factory with a 7hp pull start Kohler not sure if the model.

[953 nut 67,976]

I'm a firm believer in "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" The voltage regulator could be rotated a bit forward and like @ebinmaine suggested the terminals should be insulated.

[Pullstart 70,959]

The yank start B-60 has been a desire of mine.  Not like I need another worker, but if one landed in my lap I’d probably enjoy it for a while!  

[ebinmaine 79,986]

1 minute ago, TonyToro Jr. said:

 B-60s came factory with a 7hp pull start Kohler not sure if the model.

 

I should clarify  "proper type".

I mean get the S/G out and use a later model smaller starter.  

 

That said, I'd really rather see it left as is and insulated.  

[ebinmaine 79,986]

1 minute ago, Pullstart said:

yank start

 

Same here.  

 

[TonyToro Jr. 2,518]

3 minutes ago, ebinmaine said:

 

I should clarify  "proper type".

I mean get the S/G out and use a later model smaller starter.  

 

That said, I'd really rather see it left as is and insulated.  

Oh!

Yes I definitely would like to see that S/G stay in. I love the sound of those.

[TonyToro Jr. 2,518]

7 minutes ago, Pullstart said:

The yank start B-60 has been a desire of mine.  Not like I need another worker, but if one landed in my lap I’d probably enjoy it for a while!  

They are great little tractors!

[sqrlgtr 3,559]

Looks like a nicely done transplant besides the voltage regulator proximity to fuel tank spring. I would leave it the way it is if it where me unless I was needing the little 8 fer some other project and had the proper Kohler to slide back in its place. No way would I replace a Kohler with a horror freight motor, tecky maybe but not a Kohler.

[ebinmaine 79,986]

12 minutes ago, sqrlgtr said:

 No way would I replace a Kohler with a horror freight motor,

 

Agreed. 

 

12 minutes ago, sqrlgtr said:

tecky maybe but not a Kohler.

 

I wouldn't even do that. If I needed to transplant a non Kohler engine, I would find another Kohler instead of using ANY of the "inexpensive imports."

[sqrlgtr 3,559]

Don't get me wrong I have one predator swap that I done several years ago in a 550 Suburban and have had good luck with it, but if I had it to do over I would have waited and found the proper Tecky or Kohler. There is also a big aftermarket support for the Predators. Pic of 550 with Predator.

[Goldnboy 1,139]

That B60 can easily be converted to a C120, C160 with the drop in of a larger engine..

Remember the 1976-77 series everything was the same on the top of the line models with the exception of Seats, Lights and Hp.

Edited August 15 by Goldnboy

[ebinmaine 79,986]

2 minutes ago, Goldnboy said:

everything was the same on the top of the line models with the exception of Seats, Lights and Hp.

 

 

..... and steering wheel 

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

6 hours ago, ebinmaine said:

My own thoughts... keep it KOHLER powered. 

 

Adjust that one with a shorter belt maybe?

 

Definitely insulate those S/G terminal ends from the gas tank spring. That's a serious problem. 

 

 

Hi Eric, thanks for the nice post. I’m looking for an engine replacement for this. I think Mike wants the engine that’s in it now as a safeguard for all the star GEN tractors he has so if you can keep an eye out for me that would be cool. I will be going down to the big show next year for the first time. I decided it’s about time. I get my ass down there. Never been because I do fishing with my brother in a tournament so next year is the year again thanks for the reply. 

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

6 hours ago, ebinmaine said:

You could also get the proper type 8 HP engine in there. Easy swap.  

I can agree with that that would be nice. I’ve always wanted one of these. I think I’m gonna try Wayne rug. I think he may have one. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

6 hours ago, ebinmaine said:

My own thoughts... keep it KOHLER powered. 

 

Adjust that one with a shorter belt maybe?

 

Definitely insulate those S/G terminal ends from the gas tank spring. That's a serious problem. 

 

 

Again, I think Mike wants that engine so if I can find one meaning of the 7 hp I’d be happy and let Mike have this one so he can put it on the shelf as a spare.

[ebinmaine 79,986]

8 minutes ago, Retired Wrencher said:

Again, I think Mike wants that engine so if I can find one meaning of the 7 hp I’d be happy and let Mike have this one so he can put it on the shelf as a spare.

 

Either 7 or 8 would be fine. 

 

In fact if you ordered a 7 HP engine replacement,  some were actually an 8. 

 

 

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

15 hours ago, ebinmaine said:

 

Either 7 or 8 would be fine. 

 

In fact if you ordered a 7 HP engine replacement,  some were actually an 8. 

 

 

Erick I may have an engine for this B-60. Wayne Rugg says he may have an engine and a console. Thanks for the help.

[Retired Wrencher 6,874]

On 8/15/2026 at 7:38 AM, TonyToro Jr. said:

 B-60s came factory with a 7hp pull start Kohler not sure if the model.

Tony: That looks great. Did you paint it?

[rmaynard 17,489]

I am all for keeping them original. The little 7hp pull-start is a great little engine. The only thing that I found to be troublesome was the little interlock module. 

[ebinmaine 79,986]

12 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

. The only thing that I found to be troublesome was the little interlock module. 

 

What is that Bob?