going to look at a Hustler, any tips?

[ygmir]

Hi again.
Can someone tell me which body style my Hustler is? please?
I'm seeing different references to numbers, but, I got no paperwork or book with the machine, so, I don't know which body, model, etc. I have.
Can anyone help?
I'll try to learn fast, so as not to clog up bandwidth with "newbie" questions..........
But, for now, I sure appreciate everyones patience and help.
thanks,
Henry

[jpswift1]

Henry, I think your machine is a Hustler 950. You can find the serial number of the machine by taking the idler sprocket off that keeps tension on the chain coming off of the T-20 transmission that is on the right hand side of the machine. Look inside that channel where the idle sprocket rides and it will be stamped in there. It can be hard to see, so you might want to take a magnifying glass and rub a soap stone over the numbers to see them better. Your machine is most likely an early 1980's model.

[ygmir]

Thanks Jeff,
I'll try that..........

[jpswift1]

Henry, maybe this picture might help you out a little more. This is Meinfield's Hustler frame. If you look about halfway up the frame you will see that piece of steel where the idler sprocket rides. It is mounted on the frame almost diagonally.

[ygmir]

thanks, that helps.
I know right where that is........
Now,
time, time, time...................