FarmboyFresh 69 #1 Posted August 30, 2019 Alright friends.. I got the bug.. so here are two options for purchase this weekend and i would welcome your input on what is the better buy and why. I have my own opinion but as a newbie i'd be more than happy to hear your thoughts. Thank you in advance guy told me the first one is a '66 656 and is asking $300 the other one in the video and the other attached file is a '79 and comes with the belly mower and the plow attachment for $400 79 Wheel Horse Vid.mp4 79 Wheel Horse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FarmboyFresh 69 #2 Posted August 30, 2019 here is a better photo of the '79 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,016 #3 Posted August 30, 2019 I don't even have to think about it Get the 79 as long as it runs it's a bigger heavier more capable machine and you've got two implements with it. Even if it needs work it's just a better value. 10 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,385 #4 Posted August 30, 2019 4 minutes ago, FarmboyFresh said: '79 and comes with the belly mower and the plow attachment for $400 I would jump on that '79 and run before the seller changes his mind! 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 67,089 #5 Posted August 30, 2019 The 656 in my opinion wins in cool factor, but not practical. Without a belt guard, and a non-factory engine option, who knows how many times the gears have been grinded to shift the poor thing! That C series is a beast of a machine and well worth the coin with the accessories. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,985 #6 Posted August 30, 2019 Wot they sed! The 79 any day. 4 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldnboy 1,035 #7 Posted August 30, 2019 Run dont walk for the 79 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 28,630 #8 Posted August 30, 2019 79... 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee1977 7,232 #9 Posted August 30, 2019 79 I have had a 77 for 42 years they don't come any tougher. Take good care of it will last a lifetime. 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 29,433 #10 Posted August 30, 2019 My vote is with the rest of the gang. The '79 hands down. Too many Frankin add on's on the 656. 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herder 2,355 #11 Posted August 30, 2019 I have to agree, the 79 C series is the way to go. A real work horse. If there's some money left over buy the other one too. 1 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 42,209 #12 Posted August 30, 2019 Buy the '79 C for a worker and he may throw in the '66 for fun. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollack Pete 2,273 #13 Posted August 30, 2019 (edited) Get the 79. .Wrong engine in the 656 that who knows who installed . Offer him very little if you see it and just have to have it.At least the ag tires look cool.Good luck.Keep us informed. Edited August 30, 2019 by Pollack Pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FarmboyFresh 69 #14 Posted August 30, 2019 Yeah the 66 guy said he was firm on the $300 because the tires he claims were $240... The '79 guy said he's got over $2000 into it and just had the tranny and motor rebuilt!!!! Thanks everyone, going to the sale tonight and crossing my fingers nobody snached it up since yesterday. My old man sent me the pics and video. I told him to have them hold it for me but he had already left by the time i got the messages. Have a wonderful Weekend folks!! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stepney 2,354 #15 Posted August 30, 2019 As with the others, the 1979 all the way. I am partial to the older, more elegant designs.. but that '66 is looking pretty tired. That 79 will do you right and you can actually use it. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,588 #16 Posted August 30, 2019 3 hours ago, Goldnboy said: Run dont walk for the 79 AND IT AN 8 SPEED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OH HECK YES............NEWER MODEL DECK......SWEEET LOVE OF MONEY !!!!!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stike 204 #17 Posted August 30, 2019 I have to agree the 79 is the best bet, I'm working on a 79 c161 eight speed as I type this and as usual I am very impressed with how well built these horses were, very strong and easy to work on, and this site has all the info you will ever need. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FarmboyFresh 69 #18 Posted August 30, 2019 Guy changed the oil annually and every year would take the deck off and clean and repaint it. Turns out he was some sort of developer/designer for Toro. Threw in two sets of chains for the tires and was happy I was excited to get my hands on it. Called my dad after the last post and he went and wrote the guy a check. I'll be picking up And trailering home tonight or tomorrow depending on when I can get on the road. As always, you guys are the best! Thanks for the info! I'll post up pics when I get my hands on er! 👍👌🔥 4 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,016 #19 Posted August 30, 2019 20 minutes ago, FarmboyFresh said: post up pics That's the important part!!! 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 9,212 #20 Posted August 31, 2019 Good luck with you purchase. btw, i‘m also for the 79. Why? Because of belly feeling after just seeing the Pics. important i found, it has to fireup and run easily. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,842 #21 Posted August 31, 2019 (edited) 11 hours ago, FarmboyFresh said: Guy changed the oil annually and every year would take the deck off and clean and repaint it. Turns out he was some sort of developer/designer for Toro. Threw in two sets of chains for the tires and was happy I was excited to get my hands on it. Called my dad after the last post and he went and wrote the guy a check. I'll be picking up And trailering home tonight or tomorrow depending on when I can get on the road. As always, you guys are the best! Thanks for the info! I'll post up pics when I get my hands on er! 👍👌🔥 I think I would buy your Dad a 12 pack and give him a big THANK YOU. Edited August 31, 2019 by Retierd Wrencher 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,385 #22 Posted August 31, 2019 (edited) Edited August 31, 2019 by 953 nut 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,588 #23 Posted August 31, 2019 i did notice,,,,no one in this thread said a word about the repercussions of that first wheel horse,,,,the size of the shed,,,,,,the Mrs. Farm boy,,,,,the the guys in this post are friends,,,,,good friends,,, but,,,,,something is coming....toward you,,,,i think they are saving it,,,until it hits you,,,,,, Very best of luck in your newest of hobbys,,, this crowd will always be here,,,,,will always have your back....welcome home..... Howard 857 Horse in VA,, 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 3,263 #24 Posted August 31, 2019 You got the right one . Being new to this, a little advice, when they say they got X amount of money in it, especially $2000.00 in it and no paper work to back it up take it with a grain (grains) of salt. Same goes for rebuilt engines, and trans. Welcome to the madness. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,016 #25 Posted August 31, 2019 32 minutes ago, clueless said: Welcome to the madness Yyyeeaahhhhh..... And @857 horse got it right. A hair covered horse is a herd animal. Most of find the same with paint covered horses.... 3 years ago I had 1. It was apparently lonely. We now have 4 that run and drive, 2 more projects in the works... And a decent sized parts pile. You're in good company at least... 1 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
