RetroMower 349 #1 Posted May 3, 2019 Spied another wh in need of saving. Owner claims it runs strong and pushes snow wonderfully. From the awful pic from 20 feet away it looks complete and tins are straight. I can get it for $150 without a plow ( have one already ). Any thoughts on the commando 8 would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 67,099 #2 Posted May 3, 2019 Let us know when it’s in your mirror! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,038 #3 Posted May 3, 2019 Many of us are pretty much enamored with the little Kohler 8. Without needing to run an Implement it's the favorite engine of mine. Just a general checking over and when you get it home do all the normal maintenance. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,325 #4 Posted May 3, 2019 I only use my Commando 8 for putting around shows so I can’t vouch for its plowing or mowing abilities. What I do know is that the short frame machines like the Commando have a nice tight turning radius which would be great for a small yard with lots of obstacles to mow around. As far as plowing snow goes, it’s all about traction and not necessarily horsepower. So with a 42” plow, pair of 50# weights and a set of chains it should plow snow just fine. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 349 #5 Posted May 3, 2019 49 minutes ago, Sparky said: I only use my Commando 8 for putting around shows so I can’t vouch for its plowing or mowing abilities. What I do know is that the short frame machines like the Commando have a nice tight turning radius which would be great for a small yard with lots of obstacles to mow around. As far as plowing snow goes, it’s all about traction and not necessarily horsepower. So with a 42” plow, pair of 50# weights and a set of chains it should plow snow just fine. Is the commando an attach o matic compatible machine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,325 #6 Posted May 3, 2019 10 minutes ago, RetroMower said: Is the commando an attach o matic compatible machine? Nope. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZXT 2,401 #7 Posted May 3, 2019 That would have the old style mule drive. There's not really a good place to mount the attach-a-matic up front, but you might could fab up a mount for it if you really wanted to. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RetroMower 349 #8 Posted May 3, 2019 2 minutes ago, Sparky said: Nope. Dang well i wont be plowing or mowing with this puppy buuuut at 150 it might be a great foundation for a custom im dying to build 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike'sHorseBarn 3,272 #9 Posted May 3, 2019 The 8hp short frame square hoods have become my favorite ! For $150 go get it before I do! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
305 380 #10 Posted May 3, 2019 the last 5-6 years i have been mowing my yard with a 1968 Commando 6 , which i believe is the same thing except with a 6HP Tecumseh engine. with it's 32 inch deck i think it does a fine job i know most of you don't like Tecumseh engines , but i have had very good luck with them 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 12,260 #11 Posted May 3, 2019 I have 2 68 Commandos, I plow snow with them, use a grader blade and mow. My driveway is 2/10ths of a mile long with a decent hill also. I'm quite impressed with what that tractor does. You can't go wrong, as long as it's in good shape. Easy to work on, very agile, and sips fuel. I'd be all over it if I was you. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,963 #12 Posted May 3, 2019 My 857 is basically the same tractor. Loaded tires, Frt. And Rear weights a set of reinforced chains and a 48" blade was my plowing machine last winter. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,847 #13 Posted May 5, 2019 On 5/3/2019 at 7:10 PM, squonk said: My 857 is basically the same tractor. Loaded tires, Frt. And Rear weights a set of reinforced chains and a 48" blade was my plowing machine last winter. Mike if you had a plow with the two holes on the end one for mid frame and one long that would work? I belive I had a set up like that on my 57`s series. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,963 #14 Posted May 5, 2019 Yes. I had the long frame plow with the extra holes to move the rear bar up. Frame sticks out the back a bit but who cares! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 12,260 #15 Posted May 5, 2019 (edited) I put the 48" plow blade on the short plow frame. Put the attachment on the tractor and ran it through all actions, works just like it would if it was still the 42" blade. I'm a happy plow guy. When is it going to snow, I want to try it out for real BTW this is on my '68 Commando 8 Edited May 5, 2019 by rjg854 PS 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,038 #16 Posted May 5, 2019 6 minutes ago, rjg854 said: When is it going to snow, I want to try it out for real Patience boy. Patience. We're still getting rid of the last of ours. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,847 #17 Posted May 6, 2019 On 5/5/2019 at 5:20 PM, rjg854 said: I put the 48" plow blade on the short plow frame. Put the attachment on the tractor and ran it through all actions, works just like it would if it was still the 42" blade. I'm a happy plow guy. When is it going to snow, I want to try it out for real BTW this is on my '68 Commando 8 Snow really. Think summer. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 12,260 #18 Posted May 6, 2019 Always a boy scout, must be prepared 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 67,099 #19 Posted May 6, 2019 I’m prepared, but might weep a bit if I see snow again before fall. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
