Chris G 3,274 #1 Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) I've wanted one of these A-111 for awhile. Just thought they were some thing different and kinda unique. But never could find one that was descent. But I came across this one a week ago and the guy finally called me yesterday. So I went and got it. Picked her up for $60. It is pretty solid and was sold cause they couldn't figure out how the deck went on. I just got to figure out which belt goes on it. I believe this is a 1980 and they say a 70 or 72 inch belt. Edited August 7, 2017 by Chris G 26 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,235 #2 Posted August 7, 2017 Put me down as a LIKE. You found a very nice one...check our Manuals Section...should be something there on how to attach the deck. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,189 #3 Posted August 7, 2017 I like it! I have been keeping my eye open in my area for awhile. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #4 Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) I got it hooked up no problem there. The problem is it list 2 belts? And just a friendly tip I seen another one for sale last night on that notorious sight. In the Rochester ny area. Edited August 7, 2017 by Chris G 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,235 #5 Posted August 7, 2017 I was poking around in the Manuals Section. I think you are right (1980), but if you notice yours has that 23 on the front of your model number...all of the material that I saw for 1980 in the section had 03-11BP01. That 23 or 03 might be why 2 belts. BTW...the "B" stands for Briggs engine and the "P" stands for Peerless Transmission. I believe the 01 equates to 1980. The rest @gwest_ca will have to explain. Maybe call your TORO dealer and ask them. That horse may be new enough that you might find someone knowledgeable at your Dealer. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #6 Posted August 7, 2017 Thanks for the info and I will have to give them a call and see what they say. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,510 #8 Posted August 7, 2017 There were 2 A-111 models numbers used in 1982 23-11BP01 23-11BX01 The mower decks would come with the tractor so suspect the difference is the 32" 2-blade deck using one belt and the 36" 3-blade deck which uses 2 belts. The 32" deck shows 2 belts but suspect there was a change to the idler system only. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,983 #9 Posted August 7, 2017 I saw them and was tempted to get one of them to tool around the steam pageant with but I got so much going on already I decided to pass. I had one of those back in the late 80's . 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractor boy 238 #10 Posted August 7, 2017 cool. i dont really see alot of thosee around here! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-85 653 #11 Posted August 7, 2017 This is great to see, a real trip back to the '80s! We sold these, as well as Ariens and Toro (before they bought W/H) rear engine riders. The A series bath tub design was good, but Ariens was our top sellers for rear engine riders back then. Thanks again for posting this for all to see! C-85 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #12 Posted August 7, 2017 19 minutes ago, squonk said: I saw them and was tempted to get one of them to tool around the steam pageant with but I got so much going on already I decided to pass. I had one of those back in the late 80's . I'll be at the pageant with the boy and boss women this year. Maybe I'll run in to ya up there. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,983 #13 Posted August 7, 2017 @Chris G I should be set up at the end of the Allis-Chalmers Club row right past the flea market. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #14 Posted August 7, 2017 Alright I'll keep a eye out for ya. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,954 #15 Posted August 7, 2017 We've got one too... been thinking about doing a nice Kohler twin upgrade for it. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #16 Posted August 7, 2017 30 minutes ago, AMC RULES said: We've got one too... been thinking about doing a nice Kohler twin upgrade for it. I like the sounds of that idea! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,922 #17 Posted August 7, 2017 Just to add my I like it. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,066 #18 Posted August 7, 2017 I like it , but it is a little ugly. The cable on that deck stretches over time so you may need a replacement. I like @AMC RULES idea of the Kohler Twin, that would make it really move and probably keep your hind parts toasty. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,557 #19 Posted August 7, 2017 I own a A-81 all thanks to @ol550 and mine for sure is getting a upgrade ! Tracks anyone ... for my new Big Show power chair ! Just need some evil geniuses to help me out ??? @ 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,066 #20 Posted August 7, 2017 Where is a @squonk when you need him ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #21 Posted August 7, 2017 @AMC RULES and @ACman I think if we combined the two of your ideas that would be a crazy amount of fun. A A-111 with big twin Kohler and tracks!!! Sounds great to me. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 10,761 #22 Posted August 7, 2017 I think it's a good looking little bugger. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,897 #23 Posted August 8, 2017 One more LIKE! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey the Monkey 697 #24 Posted August 8, 2017 Next you'll be buying a wheel horse boat and goin shrimpin. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,274 #25 Posted August 8, 2017 17 minutes ago, Mikey the Monkey said: Next you'll be buying a wheel horse boat and goin shrimpin. I grew up mowing my lawn with one of them snappers. Mowed just a little under 4 acres with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites