IH #9 mower

[Billy Foster]

I realize there are a lot of things that could impact the price but I am looking for a value for an IH #9 mower.
This is a rubber tired machine with a 6 foot bar. The machine has been under cover since it was put away about 11 years ago. It was not used behind a tractor before, just horses. It will need everything from the machine forward, i.e., pole, evener, yoke, and maybe a tire. If nothing major is wrong with this machine other than needing a pole etc what would one expect to pay for a mower like this?

Thank you
Billy

[mitchmaine]

the best kind of deal is when both guys think they skun the other. offer him a hundred bucks and see what he says. you need a flywheel shaft seal, and probably a pitman and knife. male sure the drive gears are ok before you pay for it. put it in gear and move it ahead and see if it turns over easily. could be a great mower. a rebuilt ready to go mower must be worth $1200 or more now.

[near horse]

If you need a new tire, that could be the most expensive repair/replace. As I recall, they’re available but not cheap for sure. Regarding the value – really depends on how long you’ve been looking for one, how soon you need one etc

IMO – if that mower only needs new seals, pitman stick and knife, $500 would still be considered a heck of a deal out here.

I’d open up the gear case too (only a couple of bolts) and take a look just to make sure no teeth were missing off a gear etc
and check the pitman bearing (on the flywheel where the pitman stick attaches) to see how worn it is. If too wobbly/sloppy, can be replaced with a nice unit from MacNairs.

Go with Mitch’s thinking, low ball and work up from there. Might get her for darn cheap.

[Billy Foster]

Any idea where I would look to find a tire?
Billy

[Simple Living]

You could try M.E. Miller Tire in Pettisville, Oh. I doubt you will like the price but they will have it.

http://www.millertire.com/

800-621-1955

Gordon

[Billy Foster]

$215 a piece, Ouch! It looks like they are the only “game in town”. Be cheaper to by a junker and put steel on it. thanks for the heads up on the tires Geoff and thanks for the link Gordon. I will have to look this over before I commit to anything.

[HeeHawHaven]

I am getting a MD #7 soon with steel wheels. My mentor is fixing it up for me. Because he’s a friend, I’ll have no more than $750 into it. Good luck!

[chrisf.]

I just got a #7 in descent shape for $125. Guess I did ok.

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