JVDWheelHorse 170 #1 Posted June 29, 2016 Hey all! I am curious about the shower head mufflers and maybe you guys can help me. I am curious why they are so collectible and how much are they worth? Thanks! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,469 #2 Posted June 29, 2016 Collectible because they were original to the early model tractors and collectible because they are no longer made and collectible because they are rare to find. Price depends on condition. I've seen them $100-$300. They also look damn cool. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CasualObserver 3,410 #3 Posted June 29, 2016 It all comes down to originality, and originality comes at a premium on consumable parts like a muffler. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,573 #4 Posted June 29, 2016 This is where a company like HAPCO should step in and offer reproduction parts like they do for John Deere. I'm sure there would be a large enough market since there are a lot of older Wheel Horses out there. I'm sure Kate and Brandon would be willing to listen and may entertain the idea. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,984 #5 Posted June 29, 2016 (edited) 2 hours ago, T-Mo said: This is where a company like HAPCO should step in and offer reproduction parts like they do for John Deere. I'm sure there would be a large enough market since there are a lot of older Wheel Horses out there. I'm sure Kate and Brandon would be willing to listen and may entertain the idea. I suggested that to Kate last time I saw her. She liked the idea, but I think they're too involved in phasing in parts for the other company that they recently bought out (Panzer parts ??). If enough people suggest it, maybe they will consider WH repro parts next. Jim Hey Jacob, There are at least three sizes of 'shower head' mufflers available. The smallest one, with the tapered rear body, is the rare one. There is a slightly larger one available for about $10, but it has a different shape. The old one is important only if you want a 100% restoration. I have a Suburban with the rare one on it, and you can see it if your dad brings you over. It came with the tractor. I would not have spent the money to buy it separately. Jim Edited June 29, 2016 by SPINJIM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JVDWheelHorse 170 #6 Posted June 29, 2016 2 hours ago, RedRanger said: Collectible because they were original to the early model tractors and collectible because they are no longer made and collectible because they are rare to find. Price depends on condition. I've seen them $100-$300. They also look damn cool. 2 hours ago, CasualObserver said: It all comes down to originality, and originality comes at a premium on consumable parts like a muffler. I figured they were collectible because they were original but I never thought the prices would be so darn expensive! Thanks! 2 hours ago, T-Mo said: This is where a company like HAPCO should step in and offer reproduction parts like they do for John Deere. I'm sure there would be a large enough market since there are a lot of older Wheel Horses out there. I'm sure Kate and Brandon would be willing to listen and may entertain the idea. 32 minutes ago, SPINJIM said: I suggested that to Kate last time I saw her. She liked the idea, but I think they're too involved in phasing in parts for the other company that they recently bought out (Panzer parts ??). If enough people suggest it, maybe they will consider WH repro parts next. Jim Hey Jacob, There are at least three sizes of 'shower head' mufflers available. The smallest one, with the tapered rear body, is the rare one. There is a slightly larger one available for about $10, but it has a different shape. The old one is important only if you want a 100% restoration. I have a Suburban with the rare one on it, and you can see it if your dad brings you over. It came with the tractor. I would not have spent the money to buy it separately. Jim Thats a great idea, but you kind of have to wonder if they would almost lose their originality if everyone had one? But what do I know and thanks Jim I will look into it more and see if I can find a comparison between the two. And I'd love to see it! Not sure I would spend that much either! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,172 #7 Posted June 30, 2016 I saw a real nice one at the Big Show for 100 bucks, I almost bought it, just for future reference... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,174 #8 Posted June 30, 2016 Saw this one for $50 recently... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
