I just picked this thing up from the neighbor across the street. Does anyone know where any info can be found? I have been unable to find much info on this at all. I know it was made by Gilson for wards. About 30 years old. Has a Briggs and Stratton 16 horse single cylinder cast iron engine. I just had to take the engine out to remove the mouse nest under the shroud. I got the tractor and a snow blower with a front mount push blade for 250. Tractor runs super. Sat for two years plus, and I put a new battery in it and fresh gas. Popped right off and not even a hint of oil smoke at start up.

 

try www.mytractorforum.com they have good garden tractor forums, you should be able to find out about it there

 

Looks very similar to one my BIL rebuilt called a "Wizard". He loves the thing.....

 

Got a response from Toro corp. They consumed Lawnboy, who earlier consumed Gilson.

Here is what they wrote. Stand up company if you ask me

Dear Terry Ammerman,

Thank you for taking the time to contact The Toro Company regarding your
recent email. We would be happy to address your inquiry.

Under separate cover, we are in the process of sending you the owner's manual
and parts manual for your unit, please allow up to ten business days for delivery.
These manuals are being sent to you free of charge.

We value you as a Toro customer. Please know that you have an open invitation
to contact us at any time.

Sincerely,

Darcy M.
Customer Care Representative