VanHook 0 #1 Posted October 20, 2010 Hello everyone, I have been looking aroung the site for awhile now and have enjoyed it what a great forum. I have an electro 12 that has been in the family for probably 20 years. I would like to find out about what year it was made and any other info on this model that I can. What years were they produced? Unfortunately the data plate is missing. I am also looking for a snow plow for too. Thanks. Chad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumper.atv 26 #2 Posted October 20, 2010 1968,69,70 Serial number under dash will help We also want pics :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #3 Posted October 20, 2010 First of all, The Electro 12 was made for three years 1968-1969-1970. I'm not sure how to tell the difference between the years, but according to Toro, the 1968 and 1970 models had Kohler K301-47371C engines. The 1969 had a Kohler K301-47147C engine. check and see which one yours has. If yours is the 1969, you can download a manual for it from Toro. Go to: https://lookup3.toro.com/request/request.cfm Put 1-7245 fro model and "none" for serial number. Have fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanHook 0 #4 Posted October 20, 2010 Wow, thanks guys! I will try and get some photos up this weekend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #5 Posted October 21, 2010 In general, '68 & '69 both had the "old style" hood. '68 had magneto ignition and a steel seat pan. '69 had breakerless ignition and a fiberglass seat pan. 1970 has the "new style" hood. (like a first & second generation C series) :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,792 #6 Posted October 21, 2010 :thumbs: Hi Chad We hope u enjoy this site like we do there is a lot of knowledgeable people on this site so enjoy it T/Care Gary B............ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumper.atv 26 #7 Posted October 21, 2010 TT, are you sure about the seat pan, my 69 is steel :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #9 Posted October 21, 2010 TT, are you sure about the seat pan, my 69 is steel If it's the original 1969 molded (one-piece cushion) seat, the seat pan is fiberglass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jusjeepn 59 #10 Posted October 21, 2010 TT is correct! 68 came with the steel low back seat with 2 cushions. The 69 came with the fiberglass one piece seat and the 70 is the steel mid back seat with 2 cushions that is the most popular seat W/H used! Along with hoods that TT mentioned, the decals on the 68 and 69 were wood grained and the 70 was the gray and red. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanHook 0 #11 Posted October 21, 2010 Its sounding like mine is probably a 70. Is the hydo basically the same between the three years? Thanks for all the great info I really appreciate it! Chad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #12 Posted October 21, 2010 One of the best workers I've ever owned! Before and after... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jusjeepn 59 #13 Posted October 21, 2010 Yes Chad, they are all Sunstrand hydro's! All three years interchange as well as the Charger models. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sycoticca 37 #14 Posted August 13, 2013 (edited) Hey guys I too am new to this forum as well I have a 79' C-81 but also just aquired a 68' Electro 12. Currently it is in NY I am in Florida it will be delivered next month. cant wait to get it... Not much WH action down here it seems...I will have picks when I get it. My C-81 is from NY as well. According the number on the motor shroud it starts with a "D" ...that does signify that it is a 68" correct?.. SPEC 471470 Serial D 066773 Edited August 13, 2013 by Sycoticca Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
