TravelinJavelin 620 #1 Posted February 8, 2017 what are the real differences between snow blades and frames............. measurements ? the 953 i'm looking at does have a snowblower that goes with it ..does that take special bearings and chain .....owner said needs to be rebuilt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,499 #2 Posted February 8, 2017 1964 953 and 1054 snowthrower 1965-66 953 1054 and 1054A snowthrower They brought out a kit to change the ST-375 to one that would fit the long frame tractors which is what the C-Series are but the C-Series has a front quick hitch. The long frame models prior to the C-Series did not have the front quick hitch unless it was added as an option later on. You can see the differences in this bulletin. Belt widths were 1/2" for these where later models used a 5/8". Belt length for the 953, 1054 and 1054A was different. Garry Did not answer your blade question - have had snowthrower on the brain lately. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,499 #3 Posted February 8, 2017 953 1054 and 1054A blade This last one states it also fits the long frame tractors which began in 1966 so they must be very similar. The 54" wide blade was only recommended for the 16hp long frame models with 42" used on others. Garry 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,735 #4 Posted February 8, 2017 If you are pushing wet heavy snow the 54" blade will tend to push the front of your around. I prefer the 42"; sold the 54" years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TravelinJavelin 620 #5 Posted February 9, 2017 great to know..........thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TravelinJavelin 620 #6 Posted February 15, 2017 does anybody have pics of there 953/1054 with a snowblower on it...........the manual pic is in black and white and can't really tell or see attaching to the front end ............I think I have the idea of it but there's nothing like clear in color pics up close anything would be great thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites