Stormin 9,976 #1 Posted March 23, 2013 There's a Toro Wheel Horse 255-H in an auction on Monday. I'm sorta kinda interested but would like to know what year it is. Unfortunately I could not locat serial number etc. on the tractor. The engine is a Kohler 16hp v twin. Model no CV16S. Spec. no 61514. Serial no 2406800917. It has 1891 hours on. Can anyone tell me year of make and good and bad points about the engine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,551 #2 Posted March 23, 2013 The 266-H with that engine was sold 1994-1996 1994 model 72083 Use 4912345 for a serial number 1995 model 72084 Use 5912345 for a serial number 1996 model 72084 Use 6912345 for a serial number Kohler made the engine in 1994 so likely a 1994 or 1995 model tractor. Check these sites for parts list https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/index.cfm?xCaller=Toro and manuals https://lookup3.toro.com/request/request.cfm If you end up with it there are many service bulletins on this model. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #3 Posted March 23, 2013 The engine are for the most part good, the trans is what I would worry about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,976 #4 Posted March 23, 2013 Thanks lads. Appreciated. I'll see how the bids go. What's the problem with the trans, Kelly? A bit on the weak side? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,976 #5 Posted March 23, 2013 Had a look at the sites Garry suggested. I reckon it is a '94. Any suggestions on a price? It runs and is unmolested with no obvious damage, dents or dings. It is rather tatty though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DOC in Kentucky 178 #6 Posted March 23, 2013 I have a Toro 267H bought new in 1996 and mowed with it til 2011 with out a problem. Was on my Third set of blades on the recycler deck. Retired it for trailer duty. Still cut and ran like brand new. The only thing it ever needed was a new drive train belt and that is a booger to put on. Wife still uses it regurlarly for tending her flower beds and vegetable garden. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zieg72 209 #7 Posted March 29, 2013 I had a 269H, also a 1996, strong to the day I sold it. Steering is the weak link IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
