Docwheelhorse 2,740 #1 Posted July 8, 2019 Good Sunday Evening, So... those that know me know that Wheel Horse comes first but that the old Sears tractors WITH BRIGGS POWER is my second and specifically the SS14, 15 and 16 with the giant cast iron one lunger. Well @sparky saw an SS15 for sale on FB and sent me a link. A full day of sometimes painful back and forth finally resulted in me trading a GT1600 for it along with a non running Commando 8. I got up early today, rolled out the GT1600, pulled the tins and cleaned out the mice, flushed fuel system and carb and put in a new battery. Other guy was in rush so I told him if he wants it that bad to drive to me. He was 2 1/2 hrs away. Well he showed up and the tractor was missing all sorts of parts and he "forgot" mowing deck and so on. I gave him $20 for gas and said sorry you didnt hold up your end and deals off. He left and realised he screwed up. In the end I started up my GT and drove it around and said huh... forced into cleaning it up and getting it running and now Im gonna use it instead of leaving it parked! Sorry for the long story... Tony 9 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 66,600 #2 Posted July 8, 2019 It’s not very often I sell something... but when I do I fix everything wrong with it that I’m aware of, then don’t feel like selling it. If I would only treat everything as if I’m about to sell it, I’d have a lot nicer stuff! Congrats on your new old love! 5 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 72,386 #3 Posted July 8, 2019 Well done Tony. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,055 #4 Posted July 8, 2019 20 minutes ago, pullstart said: If I would only treat everything as if I’m about to sell it, I’d have a lot nicer stuff! Me too! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,120 #5 Posted July 8, 2019 Not sure that the guy really “earned” the $20 gas money 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Docwheelhorse 2,740 #6 Posted July 8, 2019 1 minute ago, Sparky said: Not sure that the guy really “earned” the $20 gas money Probably not... but I felt bad (for what reason I dont know) that he drove the 2 1/2 hrs. And for once I didnt load everything and drive to find a junk. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 51,693 #7 Posted July 8, 2019 52 minutes ago, pullstart said: It’s not very often I sell something... but when I do it's not a Wheel Horse!!! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZXT 2,401 #8 Posted July 8, 2019 Was this Sears supposed to be fresh restored and perfect? If not, I can't say that I'd trade two of my Horses for one.. They're a $250 machine down here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Docwheelhorse 2,740 #9 Posted July 8, 2019 (edited) 8 hours ago, ZXT said: Was this Sears supposed to be fresh restored and perfect? If not, I can't say that I'd trade two of my Horses for one.. They're a $250 machine down here. He was getting better end of deal for sure... but its a machine I want and I was lead to believe it was near mint. WRONG... que the price is right you just lost music Tony Edited July 8, 2019 by Docwheelhorse spelling 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 72,386 #10 Posted July 8, 2019 2 hours ago, Docwheelhorse said: WRONG... que the price is right you just lost music I understand and agree with your disappointment and frustration but I would absolutely NOT say you lost. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldlineman 1,517 #11 Posted July 8, 2019 looks to me like your horse needs a little tow in adjustment. Other enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,986 #12 Posted July 8, 2019 18 hours ago, pullstart said: but when I do I fix everything wrong with it that I’m aware of, then don’t feel like selling it. Been there a few times, including at this year's big show. It's almost like raising of your children, then having to let them go on their own. Jim 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
