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23 hours ago, WHX24 said:

:WRS: @illinibrew

Yes please do tell us about yerself and yer :wh:

I have been into garden tractors for a few years.  Wanted to learn about small engines and buying an old sear suburban was cheaper than the class at the local community college.  Just got a 1980 C85 (with a johnny bucket on it).  

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12 hours ago, illinibrew said:

Just got a 1980 C85 (with a johnny bucket on it). 

:text-welcomeconfetti:                 @illinibrew                      :wwp:

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illinibrew

I'm pretty excited about this one!  I hestitated to join forums/facebook groups as they always make me want to buy more of the brand.  Already loving the Wheel Horse crew.  

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rjg854

:WRS:. Nice tractor, you'll find any help you may need, because this "crew" loves these tractors and want you to love them too.

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Jon D

:text-welcomewave:

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Stormin

:text-welcomeconfetti:to :rs:from over here. :UK:

 

 I like the bucket. Not seen one like that before.

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jay bee

:text-welcomewave: to :rs:  

Nice tractor.  Cool bucket.

 

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