1816 parts availability

[440trk]

Hi all, I just joined, although I have been lurking on here for several months. I'm looking at possibly buying an 1816B that was repowered with a 15hp Kohler Command, for use around the house. Besides the 3 lug axles, are there any hard to find replacement parts for this model? If I ever had to replace the 3 lug axles, would it be possible to swap to a later 6 lug axle with a little work? Any other advice on this model would be greatly appreciated, too. Thanks in advance! Mike

 

[pogo]

I haven't replied sooner because I don't have a B and the only thing I know is the engine is more hp and maybe an Onan...Depending on how the machine was maintained during its life, you may get junk or something that will last a long time...The three lug axles are the least of the possible problems...All [well most] parts require seaching and asking questions and can be $$$$$$..If you've followed my post..IMO.

 

[lesgawlik]

I haven't replied sooner because I don't have a B and the only thing I know is the engine is more hp and maybe an Onan...Depending on how the machine was maintained during its life, you may get junk or something that will last a long time...The three lug axles are the least of the possible problems...All [well most] parts require seaching and asking questions and can be $$$$$$..If you've followed my post..IMO.

I've broken a three lug axle, and the parts are hard to find. The problem is that it's very hard to repair most breaks. It looks like you should be able to weld them back together, but the repair rarely lasts, I was told. The 1816 was a very popular machine, designed to fit through standard door openings. They are still popular, and can do a lot of work. If you put chains on, they can plow just about anything. I have a long, steep driveway, and I use mine throughout the winter.

 

[lesgawlik]

I've broken a three lug axle, and the parts are hard to find. The problem is that it's very hard to repair most breaks. It looks like you should be able to weld them back together, but the repair rarely lasts, I was told. The 1816 was a very popular machine, designed to fit through standard door openings. They are still popular, and can do a lot of work. If you put chains on, they can plow just about anything. I have a long, steep driveway, and I use mine throughout the winter.

I would add that my machine is away at the shop now getting fitted for a mini-skid quick attach plate. Most 1816s did not have aux hydraulics, so the range of options is limited. But I want to quickly and easily go from snow plow to bucket, and perhaps manure forks, so that's my plan. I don't have a hot enough welder, so off she went.

 

[Rlachermeier]

From what I've read on this forum is most people replace worn and broken parts with after market non OEM parts even when it comes to the hydraulic pumps. OEM Case parts seem to run on the high side. Guess your paying for the name.