Tell me about B-10 tractors. One is coming up for auction later in August and from the pics, it looks pretty good.
What should I be on the lookout for other than just whether it runs or not?
Posted July 26, 2016 - 08:27 AM
Tell me about B-10 tractors. One is coming up for auction later in August and from the pics, it looks pretty good.
What should I be on the lookout for other than just whether it runs or not?
Posted July 26, 2016 - 09:26 AM
The B10s and Big Ten were made in the mid 60s. Early B10s had the B&S 23D engine. In 1965 they went to the B&S 243341 engine and called it the Big Ten for one year. It was the B10 in 1966 again. They are great tractors when in good working order. They are usually under priced when compared to other brands. BTW they are the same tractor as the Simplicitys of that era, just different paint, chrome and seats. There is a lot of attachments for them. Check out www.simpletractors.com for the history and a view of the attachments. Many of the later attachments will still fit the B10.
ZIppo Varga on UTUBE has a very good, several part series about how to evaluate these tractors. He also shows off his tractors in some of his other shows.
I like the B10s and have three of them. I also have one B1 which is the 7hp tractor. The value of the tractor is going to be dependant on the condition, accessories, and attachments. I bought mine years ago so, their prices are not relavent. I've seen a decent one around here go for under $400(included deck and plow) on CL but there seems to be better deals at tractor shows( more money but much better condition).
Let us know how it goes. Good Luck, Rick
Here is a newer version for sale at a local dealer http://newlondon.cra...5694224489.html
Here is a B10 that seems good but hasn't sold(overpriced) http://hartford.crai...5687709017.html
Another but dont know what the bad rear means http://hartford.crai...5658096095.html
Edited by boyscout862, July 26, 2016 - 09:50 AM.
Posted August 01, 2016 - 01:31 PM
Another but dont know what the bad rear means http://hartford.crai...5658096095.html
Hate to go off subject but thanks for posting this. This tractor is relatively close to me so I called the owner and ill be picking it up this saturday. The reverse gear is broken but everything else is fine. Runs and moves forward (1-3).
Edited by wbakunis, August 01, 2016 - 01:43 PM.
Posted August 01, 2016 - 05:31 PM
Hate to go off subject but thanks for posting this. This tractor is relatively close to me so I called the owner and ill be picking it up this saturday. The reverse gear is broken but everything else is fine. Runs and moves forward (1-3).
Posted August 02, 2016 - 06:06 AM
Posted August 20, 2016 - 08:59 PM
Well, I bought it. Engine runs like a top...no smoke. Charging system seems to be working well. Sheet metal is mostly in good shape. Right fender has a slight dent. Will be easy to fix. Other than that it's straight. Front grill has one SLIGHT damaged spot. . Few small leaks but nothing major. Only thing to be fixed is one bent shaft in the mower deck. Seat is original and has some splits. Serial number is 26464. If anyone knows what year that would be I sure appreciate knowing. Best part is I only had to give $150. Rumor around the auction was that the bent deck shaft was a bent crank shaft. Misinformation works to your benefit once in a while. Will post pics when I figure out how.
Posted August 26, 2016 - 09:42 PM
Wow!!! Very nice looking original tractor. You stole it for that price
Posted September 02, 2016 - 09:26 AM
Couple of questions.
Anybody know the cross drive belt number? (from PTO to deck)
What are some good places to look for parts and attachments? I need a lift bar and would love to find a two-speed pulley.
Posted September 02, 2016 - 11:11 AM
Posted September 03, 2016 - 08:26 PM
Posted September 06, 2016 - 08:55 AM
What do you meen by lift bar?
I am just going off of manuals I have seen. There appears to be a bar that goes in the upper portion of the lift (looks like a pipe) to attach a chain to.