nhunt308 143 #1 Posted August 20, 2014 This horse stopped finally at a gas station . And turns out is for sale. Seems solid no battery and some electrical issues at the ignition switch (broken wires) deck solid with no holes been looking for a mow only tractor . Anybody have any opinions on this model for that task? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shuboxlover 474 #2 Posted August 20, 2014 Looks like a nice solid tractor!!! I'd get it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,328 #3 Posted August 20, 2014 I use a C-145 just like that one to mow with. It's one of my favorites. Don't think you can go wrong with it. Just make sure the hydo is ok and performing like it should. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,894 #4 Posted August 20, 2014 How far did you chase that horse before you caught it ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #5 Posted August 20, 2014 Just had to chase a few miles.. haha. What kind of check can I do to see if the hydro is working as it should? Do I need to get it warm or will problems show themselves cold? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Desko 552 #6 Posted August 20, 2014 I believe that some of the transmissions in my the black hoods were Sundstrand and Eaton 11 meaning if its a Sundstrand the pump might be bad (someone will correct me if I'm wrong). It looks live a very solid tractor id go for it and no rust in the deck is a big plus 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,163 #7 Posted August 20, 2014 Warm it up put it against an immovable object with the rear tires on pavement and see if it will spin the rear wheels with you on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #8 Posted August 20, 2014 I have one just like it with a cab + snow blower. The guy I bought it from used it for snow for most of it's life. Mowing or anything else you want to do will be no problem with the 14hp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennist 139 #9 Posted August 20, 2014 Great mowing tractor IMO 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #10 Posted August 20, 2014 Alright looks like im gonna have to pack a battery some wire, gas and carb cleaner and see if I can bring that horse back to life to try it out. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #11 Posted August 20, 2014 Called about the horse looks like if im going to get it im just going to have to chance it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Desko 552 #12 Posted August 20, 2014 Called about the horse looks like if im going to get it im just going to have to chance it. you'll be fine don't worry and if there's anything wrong with it there's a bunch of help here on RedSquare. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #13 Posted August 20, 2014 Thanks for the good input. Hope I can post some pictures of it in its new home tonight Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #14 Posted August 20, 2014 What is it someone says on tv - you can do it, we can help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Molon_Labe 731 #15 Posted August 20, 2014 That should make you a great tractor, congrats on the find!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,894 #16 Posted August 20, 2014 Judging by the strapping required to keep that horse on the POs trailer, You might have one WILD and CRAZY mustang on your hands . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #17 Posted August 20, 2014 Well I missed it guys. He sold it before I could get there. .. but ill find a decent black hood one of these days Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #18 Posted August 20, 2014 Oh man, so sorry. And no it wasn't me. You gotta move fast on these things, but look on the bright side, you still have a good Horse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 544 #19 Posted August 21, 2014 nhunt308 How much was he asking for it ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #20 Posted August 21, 2014 I was gonna give him $200 I think he got 250 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nhunt308 143 #21 Posted August 22, 2014 May have spotted another black hood this morning. ..ill have to Investigate on my way home Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 544 #22 Posted August 22, 2014 Thanks,, what I really don' t like is the plastic pan for the seat . I have a metal on my 83 I think PO swapped out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
