classicdmax 190 #1 Posted August 21, 2016 hi all. i just purchased my first wheel horse. model 1-0440 16hp auto...1973 i believe. seems to run well but needs tlc. after i got it home and had a closer look, i realized the wiring is worse than i thought, it had been butched to death over the years. all the sheetmetal is in good shape and has the aged patina'd looki wanted although it looks it may have been painted at some point in the past. for now i plan to leave it as it sits and just go through the mechanicals the be sure its mechanically sound. i just pulled the hydro hoses as they were leaking and plan to have a new set made up locally. as i said i am new to all this, any pointers anyone could pass along and parts resources would be a great help. ive superficially scratched the internet for parts but having little luck thanks j- 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,957 #2 Posted August 21, 2016 Start by downloading this. Search through the manuals section and I'm sure you'll find whatever you need. There are several good parts suppliers out there depending on what you need. Don't hesitate to ask questions. All the help you'll need will be right here. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 28,484 #4 Posted August 21, 2016 And BTW - these guys are gonna want pics... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,771 #5 Posted August 21, 2016 Very nice way to start! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,500 #6 Posted August 21, 2016 Here is the illustrated parts list in case you did not find it Garry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdleach 525 #8 Posted August 21, 2016 Wilkommen in der Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 42,082 #9 Posted August 21, 2016 to the Keep us posted with the results and Make use of our vendors section for parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 550 #10 Posted August 21, 2016 You came to the right place.. welcome here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daveoman1966 3,841 #12 Posted August 21, 2016 The model # 1-0440 of 1973 is the 16hp Auto. I have one like it, as well as model 1-0465 (1973 12hp Auto). 1973 is the 'No Name' year and were subsequently designated as C-160, C-120, etc. 1973 is also the year that the motion control lever is between your knees...instead of on the right hand side using a tall control lever at about steering wheel height. In any case, I have parts should you need anything. Here is the shift plate I salvaged from the 1973 model year. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wedge 80 #13 Posted August 21, 2016 Great group of people here ! Welcome and enjoy your Wheel Horse. But keep room open in the shed as Thy seam to Breed others in no time ! LOL!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,744 #14 Posted August 21, 2016 @classicdmax and I picked up a C-160 and the wiring was mess. I got the wiring diagram from our files and proceeded to take ALL the wiring out and replaced it. I used size and color correct wires and bought new "PACKARD 56" style connectors as well as new male/female pins for the connectors. I also bought the crimping tool for the pins. The 1st wiring job was costly due to the price of the crimpers, but they have paid for themselves time and time again! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,488 #15 Posted August 21, 2016 Welcome to the forum . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
classicdmax 190 #16 Posted August 22, 2016 9 hours ago, daveoman1966 said: The model # 1-0440 of 1973 is the 16hp Auto. I have one like it, as well as model 1-0465 (1973 12hp Auto). 1973 is the 'No Name' year and were subsequently designated as C-160, C-120, etc. 1973 is also the year that the motion control lever is between your knees...instead of on the right hand side using a tall control lever at about steering wheel height. In any case, I have parts should you need anything. Here is the shift plate I salvaged from the 1973 model year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
classicdmax 190 #17 Posted August 22, 2016 i thought i might be sitting on a c-160 from some research ive done......and the subsequent lack of 'designation" my machine had. from the photo you see, the left front wheel is not correct, nor did i realize this until i got the tractor home and started tinkering, i just thought it had a different paint job. although right front seems to be correct. im gonna have the hoses made up tomorrow and get all fluids to their proper levels. then will start on wiring....of which im fairly handy with 12v systems, but will prob need lots of guidance on this. i plan to try to keep things "proper" as best i can, but will try not to waste too much time being anal. also the muffler doesnt seem to be correct (no pic of right side). id like to fab up tasteful stainless stack if i can somehow break the existing unit free from the head. i appreciate the open arms and will certainly be tapping the resources of your members thanks 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIGman 2,006 #19 Posted August 25, 2016 to Red Square!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,166 #20 Posted August 25, 2016 On 8/21/2016 at 8:58 PM, classicdmax said: im gonna have the hoses made up tomorrow Most shops don't carry the fittings used on early . If your local shop is not able to provide the proper fittings you can have them made up here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
classicdmax 190 #21 Posted August 25, 2016 Ugh, I wish you posted here sooner. My local hose shop was able to make the hoses, but had to be done with adapters. They don't look like original but will work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
