tcurrent 3 #1 Posted November 13, 2015 Picked up a nice original 1975 C160 last weekend. It came with a 42in deck and plow but would like to add a blower for winter. Can anyone help me locate the right blower for an auto with hydro lift? Located near Milwaukee. thanks all! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,965 #2 Posted November 13, 2015 Congrats, good looking . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #3 Posted November 13, 2015 to Any blower for a 1973-2007 C, 300, 400, 500 series will hook right up. Same for the B series up to 1977. They have the front tach-a-matic. Being an auto with hydro lift has no bearing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcurrent 3 #4 Posted November 13, 2015 Thank you! That is really helpful!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcurrent 3 #5 Posted November 13, 2015 Could you tell me if this looks like it would work? He says it came off a 76 C120 but he can't find a model number on the blower. The connections just look different than others I have seen so I want to confirm it will fit the C160 before making the drive. He is asking $300. Others I have seen seem to be in the $150 range. What is a fair price on these? Thanks for helping a newbie! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #6 Posted November 13, 2015 That would hook right up. It looks complete including the 'flag' on the lift arm. That seems a bit rough for that kind of money. You may have seen an older model that bolted to the frame instead of utilizing the front hitch. That's probably the same model I had for my 76. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcurrent 3 #7 Posted November 13, 2015 Thank you! What would you offer him? I would have to drive about an hour and a half each way for pick up. He said the chute adjustment cable was replaced 2 years ago and it is in great functioning shape. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #8 Posted November 13, 2015 Well, that's hard to say. Tis the season where snow attachments are at their highest. I'm thinking $150-$200 but I haven't watched the prices on snow attachments for quite some time. How about some other opinions guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,676 #9 Posted November 13, 2015 That snowthrower as it sits is likely 37" wide. If it had the extension wings on the front it would be 42" which is what you need if you want to turn a bit.Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 2,641 #10 Posted November 13, 2015 That snowthrower as it sits is likely 37" wide. If it had the extension wings on the front it would be 42" which is what you need if you want to turn a bit.Garry I agree. I was going to ask if the extension wings were included. I have a 1978 blower that is identical and the ID #s are 86-42ST01-04253 all parts should be the same for both blowers. If it has just been refurbished ( new bearings, chain, gears ect. and the auger is in good shape ) I guess you could buy a cheaper blower and end up putting $ into it like I did. It's a hard call. Make sure you see and hear it operate before you buy............... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 991 #11 Posted November 15, 2015 i agree that seems to be high on price,all the blowers i have bought that looked like that one needed lots of work,new bearings,shafts,sprockets,idlers,chain,belts and pu;;ies,it adds up when you have to totally rebuild them,so definatly try to run her and listen to the bearings,if they sound gritty,not smooth keep that in mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #12 Posted November 15, 2015 In my neck of the woods it's hard to do better than $150, most around $200 but some higher. I'd have to see a really nice one to want to give $300 for it. Nicer than what you uploaded. But if it has new bearings and chain and would come down a bit... Or keep looking, but not for long! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcurrent 3 #13 Posted November 15, 2015 He came down to $200. Going to get it tomorrow. Hope I did ok! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
can whlvr 991 #14 Posted November 15, 2015 200 is fair if its in half decent shape,theres allways something to do on older stuff when we purchase it,thats the fun of the hobby ,usually but not allways,goodluck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
