johnnymag3 2,445 #1 Posted July 3, 2018 Good Morning guys....and gals I have the opportunity once again to get a couple items from 2 separate barn finds. I would like to have some opinions on the three items if you dont mind... * 312 Hydro, 42 inch deck Good condition, rear wheel weights and front chrome caps, Original everything. Needs Seat, battery, etc. * Snowblower 42 - Inch i believe Complete, looks to be used very little, Original Paint nice shine * 655 Non running due to points issue, with perfect deck, needs seat All Original, Techy engine...Original 312 package is 500.00 655 package is 400.00 Should I waste my time with any of it? Hope to hear a lot of feedback........... John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,752 #2 Posted July 3, 2018 If you are looking for a good mowing machine the 312 sounds like it is well priced. The 655 as a non-running unit is a bit of a gamble, Tecumseh ignition parts are hard to come by and it may be more than just points that are needed. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #3 Posted July 3, 2018 would the mower deck be desirable from the 655? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,293 #4 Posted July 3, 2018 I agree with Richard on the 312 especially with the blower. The 'perfect' deck for the 655 would be desirable as they are getting harder to find. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #5 Posted July 3, 2018 the deck is solid as new, but paint is a worn red/brown color....Patina from 1965..!!! It's complete also Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,978 #6 Posted July 3, 2018 (edited) Depends on whether you want a 'worker' or a 'project' to turn into a collectible. My money would be on the 312H. That 12 horse Kohler is one of my favorites. It has good power, but isn't as loud a the bigger 14 - 16 hp. Which 12hp Kohler is on the 312, "K" engine, Magnum, or Command? Probably the 'K'. Reasonable price for the 312, especially with the snow blower (if you can use it). I've had enough frustration with Tecumseh engines, so I tend to avoid them. I have a 604, and I'm going to switch to a Honda. Also, the points on the Tecy are located under the flywheel, so you would have to do some digging to get to them. The Kohler points are much easier to get to. Edited July 3, 2018 by SPINJIM 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 2,898 #7 Posted July 3, 2018 Is it a 312-A or a 312-H, the 312-A has the lighter duty eaton 700, the H had the heavy duty 1100. I had a 1987 312-A , worked great, cutting grass. tilling, and hauling. Don't know about a snow blower, no need down here . The only thing I didn't like is if it quit running, usually far from the shop, you had to drag it, are lift the rear off the ground and tow it. While my favorite WHs are the mid 70s I think the 312 with the magnum are the best all around WHs made. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #8 Posted July 3, 2018 Its a Magnum,,,,,,and a 312 H Thanks for the input John 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 2,898 #9 Posted July 3, 2018 If it has the Mag and the 1100 hydro with the hydro lift, running with a 42 deck all in good shape, it would sell for more than $500.00 down here. New seat 50.00 new battery 40.00, go get it. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,978 #10 Posted July 3, 2018 (edited) 37 minutes ago, johnnymag3 said: Its a Magnum,,,,,,and a 312 H Thanks for the input John Go get it before it's gone. I sold a 312-8 without a deck at the Big Show for $475. The paint was in excellent condition, and had a good seat on it. The 312 Magnum was always a dependable starter for me, with its Magneto ignition and no points to clean and adjust. If I were closer, I'd be second in line behind you to buy it. I sometimes regret selling my 312-8, but I needed the space. Good luck, Jim Edited July 3, 2018 by SPINJIM 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #11 Posted July 3, 2018 where can I find a seat for 50.00 Jim. thank, john Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #12 Posted July 3, 2018 Sorry meant to say thank you. !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,978 #13 Posted July 3, 2018 (edited) I've had good luck with craigslist, ebay, Tractor Supply (when they have a sale), or Northern Tool. I think Northern Tool is having a holiday sale right now. Might just have to wait for the right deal. Just make sure that the mounting holes are spaced correctly. Jim Edited July 3, 2018 by SPINJIM 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractor boy 238 #14 Posted July 4, 2018 Same as everyone else. Buy the 312. Even if you don’t need the blower you might be able to put some money towards parts by selling it to another member here that needs it! -Tractorboy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #15 Posted July 4, 2018 ok, sounds good....is there anyone here that may need or want a really nice Snowblower? I can get the info Saturday, with regards to the id numbers John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Van Benschoten 18 #16 Posted July 5, 2018 On 7/4/2018 at 9:25 AM, johnnymag3 said: ok, sounds good....is there anyone here that may need or want a really nice Snowblower? I can get the info Saturday, with regards to the id numbers John I am interested in a snow blower for my 520H. Is it ok to have this kind of discussion on the forum, or should it be done in a private message? I am in Saugerties (not to far from Clinton Corners) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #17 Posted July 5, 2018 Hi Paul, we can talk here, but its better in person and the Horses don't get upset with off topics Call me anytime, 845.797.5716 Regards, john Also I live 20 minutes across the Rhinecliff Bridge in Milan, with a Clinton Corners address....sort of silly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DennisThornton 4,769 #18 Posted July 5, 2018 What they said! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnymag3 2,445 #19 Posted July 5, 2018 Im going to get the 312 Saturday, I opted to leave the 655 where it lives.....................too many issues Fuel, points, seat, tires, etc....etc... Im getting the deck, and the snowblower too !!!cost is the same, with or without, so LOAD UP THE TRAILER BOYS !!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites