ka9bxg Posted August 25, 2003 Posted August 25, 2003 After looking and looking for a few years now I finaly got one.I was down at the Sussex tractor show(near Milwaukee) and there were 2 of them there.One was missing the hood and had the incorrect seat.The second one had the hood but incorrect seat and engine but was in pretty good shape so for $75 I brought it home it does run well but it has a 7 hp engine on it and a big padded seat.So I have another tractor in the shed.Running out of room I guess I have a lot to do this winter. Bob
MPH Posted August 26, 2003 Posted August 26, 2003 Another good deal waiting to be found, Congrats to you Bob..MPH
DarrylF Posted August 26, 2003 Posted August 26, 2003 Bob, I have quite a few of our favorite tractors, but my wife wanted something smaller of her own. I picked up a 600 series Wonderboy (steering wheel) in excellent condition with an 8hp briggs at a local auction for $5, not running. One of the valve seats had hammered for long enough to pound the aluminum under it way out of shape. Trying a cheap fix, we filled and glued with JB Weld. It held for one mowing! I then picked up another engine that was supposed to be ok for $25. The bore in it was badly worn and the valve guides needed replaced. It disappeared in it's own fog when running and only put out enough power to either drive or mow. I considered fixing the engine, but decided against it when the wife decided she really wanted electric start. I took it back to the same auction and got $40, so I didn't get hurt. Now I'm having sellers remorse. When it was running, that little mower was pure fun and maneuverable! Now, of course, I'm looking for another one! Enjoy yours! Darryl
Guest Posted August 26, 2003 Posted August 26, 2003 quote:only put out enough power to either drive or mow. Now thats a weak motor:)
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