RetroMower 349 #1 Posted April 10, 2019 Hey all. I thought everyone was kidding about the addiction wheelhorses can ignite. They fell short in explaining the severity lol. Anywho I found an SB421 i can snag for $200. Described as running and driving perfectly with no attachments. Seems like a good price but I would like to know a little more about this model before I see it on Friday. Any insight is always appreciated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,339 #2 Posted April 10, 2019 Do not be afraid!! As far as I know there is no known cure. But it’s ok . We are all here to give support! Buy it 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,042 #3 Posted April 10, 2019 28 minutes ago, RetroMower said: thought everyone was kidding about the addiction wheelhorses can ignite. They fell short in explaining the severity Both Trina and I can vouch for the serious-ity of your infectionalism. Don't fight it. That is likely to be the worst possible thing to do. Known cures don't exist but there are treatments.... In the form of a well rounded carefully chosen herd. She has latched on to the mid sixties square hoods while I have been quite happy with the mid seventies B/C models. The SB should have a Briggs and Stratton engine in it. I've long been a fan of them. Combined with the series of horse.... Could be awesomeostical. Two things: 1. Buy it. 2. Post pics. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,327 #4 Posted April 10, 2019 Model number info if ya need it. 01-11BH01 1982 C Series Garden Tractor SB-421 8-Speed Briggs 252417-0245-01 11Wheel Horse 5086 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 349 #5 Posted April 10, 2019 6 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Both Trina and I can vouch for the serious-ity of your infectionalism. Don't fight it. That is likely to be the worst possible thing to do. Known cures don't exist but there are treatments.... In the form of a well rounded carefully chosen herd. She has latched on to the mid sixties square hoods while I have been quite happy with the mid seventies B/C models. The SB should have a Briggs and Stratton engine in it. I've long been a fan of them. Combined with the series of horse.... Could be awesomeostical. Lol Im not fighting it but trying to think of reasons not to buy it and Ill b darned if i cant think of one. Funny thing is my truck has a rattle up front an the house i just bought could use a few things but they are being put on the back burner for now. I have horses to tend to. As for the Briggs, I've never had an issue with them. I had a 69 Allis Chalmers B112 that ran like a top. I do get the impression here tho that kohler is the preferred power plant over B&S and onan for any number of reasons. I can only guess its perhaps ease of repair or reliability or parts availability. Ive learned that most things if maintained and not abused will repay with years of service. Trick here is determining 30 years of unknown ownership and care in a span of only a few minutes. I will upload pics if this guy sends me mire than the pitiful image he listed it with 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,042 #6 Posted April 11, 2019 14 minutes ago, RetroMower said: get the impression here tho that kohler is the preferred power plant my experience with Kohler tells me that they are a heavier and maybe have more Torque. Still, both good running brands. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 7,233 #7 Posted April 11, 2019 It's still a Wheel Horse if It runs and drives get it. I have one with a Briggs that I put in it's a 18 HP Vanguard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 349 #8 Posted April 11, 2019 Heres the little darling just waiting to pry two more Benjamins out of my wallet. Looks to be in decent shape. Overspray on the footboards makes me cringe tho 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,042 #9 Posted April 11, 2019 If that thing runs and drives I'd say she's worth 2 bills all day everyday Overspray can be repaired. Maybe the first thing you do to it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,409 #10 Posted April 11, 2019 22 hours ago, RetroMower said: i can snag for $200. Described as running and driving perfectly with no attachments. Seems like a good price but I would like to know a little more about this model before I see it on Friday. From my prospective it is a great buy if it is what you need (want) and were looking for. If it is just an inexpensive that you don't have a strong desire to own then put the money aside toward your dream horse. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,488 #11 Posted April 11, 2019 18 hours ago, Lee1977 said: It's still a Wheel Horse if It runs and drives get it. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 349 #12 Posted April 11, 2019 1 hour ago, 953 nut said: From my prospective it is a great buy if it is what you need (want) and were looking for. If it is just an inexpensive that you don't have a strong desire to own then put the money aside toward your dream horse. Allow me to divulge my thought process. I love to tinker, repair, restore and customize most any old tool or machine that I will use or just find fascinating OR something other people may want and enjoy. When i happened to see the B & C 100s for sale my immediate thought was one to mow with and one to plow my driveway come winter. I have a good plow and 2 good tractors to use it with but the 2 decks I got weren't all that great. The side discharge is that rotten and flimsy i think i could fly it like a kite if i had some string. The rear discharge is useable but not for long. I ended up buying a newer mower because the grass is getting high lol. My third idea was building a custom unit. Problem is I would much rather cut up a wheelhorse thats bound for the scrap heap, not this SB421 which is in great shape and would be a sin to destroy. Only reason i may end up buying this one is to clean it up and maybe sell it at the big show to someone who cant find or fix one up themselves. Having never been to the big show Im wondering how many folks go there looking for a running WH and how many actually leave with one? Oh decisions decisions Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,339 #13 Posted April 11, 2019 No brainer!!! In my area of the country these don’t come up at all . I would give 300 if it were here! Great patina! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
