WHNJ701 4,164 #1 Posted April 20, 2019 there is a 953 for sale near me. all original runs and drives with a mower deck and front plow blade. how uncommon are they? what price range you think this would be in? it's unrestored original faded paint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 333 #2 Posted April 20, 2019 I wish i could be the one to give an accurate appraisal. I can be the first to ask that you provide pictures because I know everyone wants 'em Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 8,834 #3 Posted April 20, 2019 I'm calling @953 nut in on this. But I'll take a shot as I'm learning about the poor Ford blue 953 semi basket case I have. The 953 is sort of a one year model followed by the 1054 that is essentially the same, but the same motor is now rated 10hp. They are the 1st "big wheel" 15" rear rim WH. If it has original rear tires thats a plus, I believe I've read only one manufacture makes the exact correct size in a turf, but no one makes an exact size Ag. (other manufactures offer slightly smaller/larger sizes) Over the 2 years there are 3 steering gear configurations (2 ross steering box, then later fan gear. I believe there are also 3 steering wheels over the years. You have to drop the transmission to remove the gas tank, and rusty gas tanks seem to be a common issue to check for. The rear fenders and seat pan are welded to the frame If it has a working hydraulic lift (Not sure if that would be a Hy2 or Hy3) that adds value and is sought after. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,483 #4 Posted April 20, 2019 10 hours ago, jabelman said: how uncommon are they? what price range you think this would be in? The price will be sort of subjective, How bad do you want it and how badly does the seller need to sell it. As described I would think $ 600 would be a good price, lots of variables. Pictures would be helpful. The 953/1054 tractors seem to be gaining in popularity in my opinion, no real production numbers exist. By 953 nut Year: 1963 Round Hood Model Number: 953 Serial Numbers: Early;62-00292 - 62-01000 Later:30637 - 42111 Engine: Kohler Transmission: 3 speed Link to Owners Manual: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/files/file/1871-tractor-1963-953-da-om-ipl-wiring-snpdf/ Link to Picture Gallery: http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/search/?&q=953&type=gallery_image&page=2 December 6, 2015 Specifications Length 69" Engine Kohler K241S 46135A Wheelbase 47" Transmission Wheel Horse 5045 Width 36.5" Engine displacement 23.9 Cubic Inches Height 42" Engine Oil Capacity 2 Quarts Net Weight 656 lbs. Air Cleaner Novo Updraft Oil Filled Engine (4 cycle, single cylinder air cooled) 9.6 H.P. Spark Plug Champion H-10 Gap .025" Fuel Capacity 2.75 Gal. Ignition points gap .020" Tires, front 4.00 X 8" Pneumatic (16" diameter) Tires, Rear 6.40X 15" Pneumatic (27" diameter) Early production 953s can be distinguished by four primary features. The headlights are recessed behind the grill rather than protruding from it, they use a "Ross" steering gear rather than the later "Fan Gear", Have Serial Numbers beginning with "62" and the steering wheel has a diamond shaped center cap rather than a round one. It is thought that only about one thousand early models were produced though no actual production numbers are available. As far as I can determine there were three 953 generations, the first 1000 +/- had the recessed head lights which were actually left over HL-22 kits (serial numbers 62- XXX), Ross steering and the steering wheel shown below. Also the hydraulic pump had a different type spring which I understand is only found in the 953 and the HY-2 pumps. The second 1000 +/- had the the Ross steering but the later steering wheel and head lights like the 1054 (serial numbers 3XXXX). The third generation had the fan gear steering and continued the 1054 steering wheel and head lights (serial number 4XXXX). The 1054 was a continuation of the third generation 953 with a different spring in the Hydro pump and a slightly different seat frame. The bends on the seat frame of the 953 (all three generations) are smooth and the bends on the 1054 seat frame is dimpled at the bends. Early 953 Steering Wheel. Ross Steering Box 5 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bellevillerod 834 #5 Posted April 20, 2019 Well i just got me educated on the 953/1054 model WH. Thank you...now I have to go and find me one.....the wife says thanx a lot..lol 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 62,943 #6 Posted April 20, 2019 1 hour ago, bellevillerod said: Well i just got me educated on the 953/1054 model WH. Thank you...now I have to go and find HER one.....the wife says thanx a lot..lol 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
