C161 Hydro transmission - Where is the release?

[rodco 0]

My C161 won't start and I could not push it because of the Hydro Transmission.

There is a lable on the fender that says to turn a valve. I cannot find any valve.

The only bolt on the tranny that looks like it could be the one is too close to the tractor frame to turn.

WHere is this located? Does anyone have a photo from a manual?

Thanks

Robert

[rickv1957 73]

That valve is next to push decal on pump, points forward and takes a flathead screwdriver,sometimes are very tight,Rick

[mnWHfan 47]

The push valve on my C161 has a 5/16" square head on it instead of a slot for a flat screwdriver.

[Shuboxlover 479]

Good luck........even when you turn the "valve".....it still doesn't push worth a darn!!!!!!!!!! :thumbs:

[rwilson 128]

Can someone take a picture of the push valve location for me. My dad and I own 3 hydros and cant find a valve on anyof them. Thanks.

[TT-(Moderator) 1,152]

My dad and I own 3 hydros and cant find a valve on anyof them.

Not all models have tow (bypass) valves. What are the three tractors? :thumbs:

[rwilson 128]

82 C-175, a 89 520, and I figured out the 518. It has the 700 series pump in it so it has no tow valve correct?

[C-Series14 15]

Neither do the other 2...if I am correct. I am sure I will be corrected or applauded! :thumbs:

[TT-(Moderator) 1,152]

Neither do the other 2...if I am correct. I am sure I will be corrected or applauded!

:omg:

[rwilson 128]

ok thanks guys

[tgranthamfd 29]

If it is the sticker that says it takes the 5/16" open end wrench and 1 turn counter clockwise to push, it is very hard to locate. looks more like square stock than a bolt head. I was looking for a 5/16" bolt head, like to have never found it. If it is this, it will be in front of the tire and behind the front of the fender and pointing toward the front of the tractor. Would be at about 10 o'clock on the tire. ( left tire as sitting on the tractor) All of this was on my C-145 with sunstrand hydro.

[jhs 0]

hi guys i cant find my release valve either on my 79 c161

[jhs 0]

does anybody know were i can find some motor parts for a 16hp b/s horizontat

[TT-(Moderator) 1,152]

:WRS:

Some Briggs & Stratton opposed twin parts are still available through dealers. What do you need?

Push/tow valve instructions:

[jhs 0]

thank you terry