Ken B 3,189 #1 Posted June 22, 2014 I really didn't want to sell my recently restored 603 at the show but once I saw this 161 8- speed I knew I had to have it. I bought it from Dale at Dale's mower service who was a vendor at the show. (he's a real nice guy) He rebuilt the engine at some point and let me tell you, it has some snot! I've owned a few C-160's and a C-161 but they pale in comparison to this one when it comes to power. When I got home I made some very minor adjustments and threw a 42 inch side discharge deck on it that I had "in stock" I thought my 417- 8 had some nut but it now seems tired in comparison! I would have liked to have kept my 603 but space is limited, besides I can put this C-161 to some good use. 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 490 #2 Posted June 22, 2014 Hey - that looks like a FINE find at the show!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,147 #3 Posted June 22, 2014 Nice clean machine .....unlike your camera lens Ken . Mike........ 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TravelinJavelin 620 #4 Posted June 22, 2014 very nice machine someday going t ohave one of those on my list! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,196 #5 Posted June 22, 2014 Looks so nice... like a mirage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Kuhn 1,579 #6 Posted June 22, 2014 Saw you cruisin that one around ken, that thing looks super nice! Good score! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #7 Posted June 22, 2014 Nice clean machine .....unlike your camera lens Ken . Mike........ And here I was all ready to buy a new one! So, here are a few better pics! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #8 Posted June 22, 2014 Nice looking "C".....But now we have your fingerprint! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #9 Posted June 22, 2014 Ken. What a beauty. Let me ask. Did you get that on thurs? IF SO. I better go on Thursday next year. Lol Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #10 Posted June 22, 2014 Ken. What a beauty. Let me ask. Did you get that on thurs? IF SO. I better go on Thursday next year. Lol Glenn I picked this one up on Friday Glenn... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,793 #11 Posted June 22, 2014 Nice clean machine .....unlike your camera lens Ken . Mike........ Drool will do That! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,410 #12 Posted June 23, 2014 Real nice tractor Ken. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
limited12 360 #13 Posted June 23, 2014 Nice score, and thanks for the 1054......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dwcphoto 7 #14 Posted June 23, 2014 That's a beauty! What year and HP is it? thanks, dwc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
userj8670 68 #15 Posted June 23, 2014 That's a mighty fine looking machine! Curious but what is the difference between the 160 and the 161? You said she is potent...motor has been hopped up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,147 #16 Posted June 23, 2014 That's a mighty fine looking machine! Curious but what is the difference between the 160 and the 161? You said she is potent...motor has been hopped up? The 161 models were offered in 1978-1979 only, the regular C-160 was offered from 1974-1977. The hoodstand and fuel tank setup is different between the 160 and the 161. Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #17 Posted June 23, 2014 The 161 models were offered in 1978-1979 only, the regular C-160 was offered from 1974-1977. The hoodstand and fuel tank setup is different between the 160 and the 161. Mike.......... The C-160's engine is solid mounted and the 161's engine is rubber mounted on a shaker plate.. The engine in mine is pretty fresh with a 30 thou over bore... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,532 #18 Posted June 23, 2014 I see the right steering wheel is on that baby. Completes the tractor for sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
userj8670 68 #19 Posted June 23, 2014 Thanks for the reply guys! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyZ 176 #20 Posted June 23, 2014 If I had room I would've drug that one home too. I was tempted to see if you would haul it home for me. Since the 417 seems "down" on power it's probably up for grabs. I'm first in line? I'm sure we can come up with some Mega Blockbuster Brother trade/swap. Nice pickup Bro. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #21 Posted June 24, 2014 If I had room I would've drug that one home too. I was tempted to see if you would haul it home for me. Since the 417 seems "down" on power it's probably up for grabs. I'm first in line? I'm sure we can come up with some Mega Blockbuster Brother trade/swap. Nice pickup Bro. I'm gonna run that 417 right into the ground. Once the KT does give up the ghost (2000 hrs. and counting) I've got BIG plans for that one... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,532 #22 Posted June 24, 2014 A single thumper 16hp would be good in the 417 but then again a 24hp Honda would be even better... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdleach 525 #23 Posted June 24, 2014 A single thumper 16hp would be good in the 417 but then again a 24hp Honda would be even better... A HONDA in a Wheel Horse!?!?!!!!?? That is sacrilege!!!! :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,773 #24 Posted June 24, 2014 Ken it looks to nice to mow with I would look for a worker instead. But that is just me. enjoy the ride in anyway u do it. Gary B..... A HONDA in a Wheel Horse!?!?!!!!?? That is sacrilege!!!! Dido on that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #25 Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) I was there when he bought that tractor. It's in amazing condition. Ken drove that back to our campsite and wasted no time in getting out the buffer and giving her a shine. Looks great! Ken we never got a chance to take that picture of them side by side. Have to do that at Kent or Zagray. Edited June 25, 2014 by fireman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
