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Spent the last several days working on momma's butt buggy. She has been helping quite a bit too! Thanks to our good friend Lane Ralph, a few modifications and our buggy and it is almost "show ready"!

Squonkasaurus!!!! Definitely has a ring to it!!!

WHEN I COME TO THE SHOW,,,,,,I BRING A 10X10 UP FAST TENT,,,,,ABOUT 4 FOLDING CHAIRS....A COOLER FULL OF COLD DRINKS,,,,,SOME VALUABLE LAWN TRACTOR PRICELESS ARTIFACTS,,, A HAT..... AND SHE WILL LOOK IN THE BACK OF MY TRUCK AND ASK....WHO IS GOING WITH YOU ?? I WILL SAY....."NO ONE".....SHE WILL LOOK AT THE 4 CHAIRS AND ASK AGAIN.... "WHO'S GOING.....???? AND I WILL SAY...."JUST ME".......SHE WILL SCRATCH HER HEAD... AND WUNDER ,,,WHAT IS IN MINE..... SHE WONT COME....I'VE STOPPED ASKING,,,3 YEARS NOW.... ITS AMAZING,,,WHAT 2 OR 3 DAYS OF WHAT YOU ENJOY CAN FEEL LIKE....AND ITS EASY JUST PULL UP A CHAIR.......HECK..."STAND" !!!!!!!! BUT,,,,,,,,,,DO COME !!!!! THK YEAH ,,,,THNKYEAH VRYMUCH

This is strictly hypothetical so actually is more food for thought. But that said, using the inflation factor on the US dollar, I came up with a price in 2015 for a Raider 14 of approximately $5,736.89. The way I reached this was through a 1964 Wheel Horse price list and using a model 1055 as the example which was $754.95. I then calculated that cost to 1972 which was $1004.15. That was then entered to become 2015 dollars of $5,736.89. If someone has the list price for a Raider 14 that would be great and could actually place a price for "today's dollars." That is way less than the other more sought after Wheel Horse models as in the 420LSE and the low-hour 520-H. The trouble is in today's economy no one pays list price the way it was back in the '70s. I bought four vehicles in the 70's and it wasn't until the fourth in 1978 that I was able to buy for slightly less than the MSRP. Today most consumers would expect close to 20% off so that would be $4589.51. One could buy for example a 2015 Simplicity Broadmoor for that and have more horsepower with a larger deck. Ooh - but there is the retro-look factor though. New Holland found out the hard way on that with the Boomer 8N that looked like a Ford N series. Many languished on dealer lots for longer than expected. Someone who was born in 1972 may like a tractor that is as old as they are. My interest is having a tractor from every decade I've been around. For example, for the year I was born i have a 1951 tractor that cost me $50.00 and then put another $250.00 into. That satisfies my urge.

The 314-8 is an awesome tractor. I have one and it has become my go to tractor for almost everything. I have used a mold board plow with it in my garden, I cut my 2 acres of grass with it, this past winter I plowed my 200' long driveway with it. It doesn't bog down and uses very little fuel. I can get well over 2 and a half grass cuttings on one tank of gas (I don't run out but it gets pretty low). I bought mine about a year ago and really didn't have plans on it becoming my favorite but over time it has become my favorite. I think that $500-$600 is fair. snow blade=$150 Kohler 14 = $100 chains = $50 tractor = $200-$300

Also make sure you get all the little bits like the lift link for the blade, lift rod for the blower, idlers for the tiller etc. Cleat

Thanks for the photos Mike. I was there for my honeymoon in Nov 2006. As RedRanger stated I was surrounded by a bunch of noisy, rude would be an understatement. Quite honestly after living through 9/11 the Arizona memorial just didn't have the wow factor I had anticipated. The kids running around didn't help much either. We also took a tour of the Missouri. AWESOME! @ 6'8" I didn't even contemplate the Bowfin.

There are all kinds of people that get into this hobby. Some like to collect the NOS horses, some like to just collect horses, some like to flip and part them out, some like (me) like to just go to shows, see the people and keep what I have running, An NOS tractor is not for me, I have no where to keep it out of harms way, and I would trip over something with tools in my arms and dent the hood. I am one of those guys that just can't have nothing nice...for long. I envy those that can collect NOS stuff, and I really enjoy being able to see one once in a while...and I have seen this one. If you like to collect this kind of thing, you really can't count the time and gas and what ever else it took to get it. You did not buy it to sell it. If it was mine, it would be down here in the man cave, so I could enjoy it and show it off. What is it worth...price less.

All- I figured this is the time to start this thread. We will call it the "pre show" FOR SALE/WANTED/BARTER thread. In years past many of our members had deals made before the bid show. it works out really well as many members only want to haul bigger stuff if they know it is pre sold. So... I will start with the following items I have for sale. Model 603 Hood $100 (see my other thread for more pics) D250 72" mower deck spindle cover $25 6 x 12" original RJ/Suburban tires (Ags & Turfs BF Goodrich) in great condition $125 pair COMPLETE gear reduction forward swept front end set up off of a 520. This includes steering wheel shaft, mounting block, tie rods, axle, rims and tires.This is everything you need to convert your tractor to swept forward. The tires are in good to excellent condition as well. $450 FIRM on this. Custom made pull behind sulky. the wheels and tires DO NOT go with this. It has a decent 3 spoke RJ wheel (shaft is welded to the sulky but not the wheel. WH seat and fenders and tool tray. I guess this is worth more in parts than I am asking... $125 takes it. I will start to put together my other items with pics and post them here. WANTED : 1. Original seat for 953 2. Shifter plate for 953

That does sound like a bad spot on the commutator causing resistance, hence the squealing. Especially if you can bump it. You may be able to pull the brushes and clean them without disassembling it. At the same time get in and wipe the commutator.

Standard stuff. Put the video camera down and pickup the multimeter. Start by measuring battery voltage

Thanks for sharing, Mike. I remember the first time I was there in uniform in 1972 (yes, the Coast Guard sails around the world.) I always make a point of visiting the Memorial and the Punch Bowl every time I am in our 50th state. I find it fitting that many of the survivors aboard the USS Arizona on that day make their last wish to be buried with their shipmates.

Well that settles it....I aint going ! This tractor show stuff sounds dangerous!! Mike....

I think you will do better on trades, from a WH guy who really wants it, the market is to narrow. If it was a 420 or a 520-8 if would be different. You may get insulted by monetary offers. Your major selling point is the nos factor, hopefully you have documentation. Good luck what ever you decide. It sure is pretty!

My son kevin bought his first tractor two​ years ago with his own money. He bought a 1975 c160 for $250 and he was only seven years old. That started the addiction. Kevin's first tractor pull photos Fall 2013, Age 7.

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So my job has me traveling often and one of my "worksites" is Pearl Harbor. Been there maybe 15 times but never had the time or was with other folks who had already been and didn't want to go again to the Arizona Memorial. I just got home today from a 3 weeker so I had a couple Sundays off and was alone for part of the time so I went. I am so glad I did!! I'm not a museum guy and if I'm in one I usually breeze right thru.....but at the Arizona I spent almost 4 hours taking it all in....the movie....the boat trip...the memorial...the museum...and the grounds. They open at 7am and only have a limited number of tickets per day so I was there bright and early at 6:40am and I was still a 100 or so deep in line and when 7:00 came there were probably 400 people behind me!!. I got my ticket for the first showing of the movie which then leads directly to the boat to take you to the memorial. At the memorial the first thing you notice is the smell of oil which is still today (after 74 years) leaking slowly out of the battleship. You can see it coming up and then hitting the surface and quickly spreading out. Getting there early meant the water was calm and I could see a whole lot more than you would if the water was disturbed by waves. The feeling out at the memorial was somber and there was no loud talking, screaming kids and no one yakking on their cell phones....it was a very respectful crowd. There was a tour guide who was full of great stories about the Arizona both before and after the attack. It was interesting to learn that Elvis Presley was a huge contributor to the Arizona Memorial project! Of course I remembered my camera...here's a few pics (and two selfies....I gotta learn to smile). Mike............

See this is a great thread. Lots of heavy metal that would never make it to the show if not advertised here for sale. Nice 58 Jake !!

I am not going to bring if not presold but believe I could bring these to the show. 74 b80 4 speed. Very nice tractor and comes with 36" rear discharge deck. $450 Restored Rj58, just completely rebuilt transmission a few weeks ago and runs good. Has repop belt guard but original heat shield. All tins painted with base/clear automotive paint. $1450 Late 55 rj35 with stamped frame. Missing a couple parts but mostly complete runs and drives good, very good start to restoration or leave as is $1200 RJ58/Suburban Gaskets $8 each Also may have a couple of 3 piece transmission rebuild kits available if interest For $150 which includes all bearings, bushings, seals and gaskets. May come up with some more parts as I look around, if your interested in any of this stuff please pm me and may trade if you have something that would interest me. I may be looking for a hoodstand for a 400, a soft grip steering wheel for my c160 and probably some more things that will come up as I think of them.

Bob- I have a newer style (attaches to the rear tach o matic) mid mount grader blade in very good condition. I would want $400 obo for it. Best pics I have right now... MID MOUNT GRADER BLADE HAS BEEN SOLD

Used the Commando 8 to pull the Carolina Skiff project out into the sun. Last fall I decided to scale down to ONE boat. I sold my 23' Trophy WAC and my 15' Grumman and bought this 19' Carolina skiff in Jan. Much of the winter was spent rigging it for crabbing and fishing in the Delaware Bay. It cane with the 70HP Johnson. I added the mount for the 9.9 and painted both motors. Added rod holders, front seat, cleats, wash down system, front roller for pulling crab pots, spare tire, float on bunker guides ,Lorance chart plotter, Hummingbird fish finder,Garmin GPS. Will launch tomorrow at Cedar Creek , Delaware.

I will have my brake linings, lug nut kits, and 9-pin connectors at the show. Since they won't have to be shipped, you can save a bit of money. The following prices are for pick-up at the show only. Brake linings - $18.00 each Lug nut conversion kits - $17.50 each 9-pin connectors - $6.50 each I have a 1997 416-H (73423) that I am parting. PM me for specific parts and prices. The following 416-H parts are sold: ENGINE HOOD HOUR METER

I wouldn't go over $1500, even with all of those attachments. It does look like it saw regular maintenance so that is a plus. I had an '89 and it was a very good tractor.

​I have flipped wheel horses to keep my hobby going and not use other funds. I have made profit and lost money on horses many times. I just like to tinker and fix things, I can only hold 2 tractors at most at any time. This tractor is not one I would buy to flip. First I use my machines, so this wouldn't be for me, but it needs to be in a collection with a show room or barn, there are many examples of awesome barns on here, like Stevebo's, RickyV's old on etc. A collector like that.

As stated above the article does not do the Deere justice. However, if you have the ability to drop $25k on a GT, that is your choice. I'm still looking to find a nice x595. I feel the 595 is a much better GT than the 700 series. But that is just my opinion. The problem is they want almost as much for the used 595 as they do for a new 700 series. And they keep telling me that the 700 is better. My question back, then why are you asking so much for a GT that is 8 years old? No response. RMC

​Lane, that is the plan! Are you going to E'ville? Thanks for the nice comments guys!

That tractor would be in corner of my living room.

​Thanks Horse, I'm not giving all the chassis the smooth treatment only the parts that will be on show.. Lisa is doing well thanks, she is well on the road to recovery. ​Thanks Richie, the supports were always going to go on, I just couldn't bring myself to make them a basic triangular shape.. ​Thanks Callum ​Why, thank you Sir I didn't take many photos yesterday as it was quite boring stuff.. The day started with making lots of these small plates.. To cover over these sort of bits on the chassis.. And the day finished with a red oxide chassis The welding is 99% done, just a few small detail bit's left to do..

If you've got a price of $500 offer him $450 even at $500 you should be ok

A carb change out is indeed a pretty basic job and even for a rookie shouldnt be to bad - bare minimum of tools and straight forward unbolt/bolt, Remove air cleaner and its mounting - 3 straight blade screws. Remove fuel line from side of carb. Disconnect the throttle mechanism at the top of the carb, this may be a "pop" off or possible have a small nut holding it. If you choke cable is like most leave it til carb is loose from engine - youll see why Loosen the 2 nuts holding the carb (1/2" open end wrench) leave one backed out 3-4 turns and remove the other (this will ease replacing it later) At this point the carb should only be still connected to the choke cable, turn the carb in such a manner that the twisted end of the wire will slip out of its hole --- important! on re-installing reconnect the choke cable first thing, its impossible to get it back otherwise. Reassemble the rest. On the subject of the choke, carefully look at the manner the choke lever comes out of the body of you carb and verify the one you have chosen matches yours. These import carbs have a wonderful price but some of the choke connections dont match up to our horses (ask me how I know!!) If at any point you get flumoxxed, holler out here and some body will bail you out.... Good luck

Thanks for the pictures, if I go anywhere I for some reason am drawn to see the USS Arizona. Thanks

The plug was in and it floats. We caught a few crabs , flounder, croakers and a ton of horseshoe crabs. I did have to throw some chicken and ribs on the grill to feed the gang. Great weekend with Mike and his family.

Thanks John... I know what you mean... the way you feel about 77 vs 72 is the reason I didn't go to the 83 instead!

Fender is done!

Awesome first ... smart young man there.

The man who owned it previous to me had taken great care of this machine and was the original owner. I have the original loan document as well as the original manuals and bill of sale. I bought to in 2007 after he'd passed away in 2002, and it sat untouched for over four years in his shed. The day I went to see his wife and look at the tractor, a neighbor had installed a new battery, we fueled it up, and it fired immediately. To say the least I was quite pleased and have been ever since. It's simply an honor for me to return this machine to its original glory.

Thanks guys it will stay right here maybe some one will offer the right tractors some day in trade .... if not I'm ok with drooling on it.

it has been a while since the motivation has been there to spend some time out in the barn. Last year is behind us and I am starting to feel rejuvenated to get some more things done. Took some time recently to add some more items. Really happy to add these to the collection.

​Ok, maybe I exaggerated a bit by saying an 'oil hurricane'. A tropical storm? I think I've lived in Florida too long.

amazing work as always!

Thanks for posting Mike. I was there in 2011 and took it all in. Just amazing. Like mentioned, the Bowfin is interesting and if you have the time, get out to see the USS Missouri and the air museum on the island. Both are must see. Plan another 4-6 hours to take in both. Good to hear you had a respectful group of people with you. Wish I could say the same for our tour. We had a group of very distasteful Japanese tourists while on the memorial. I think the memorial might just be the most somber place I've ever visited.

I'm liking the added on pieces a lot. Gives the front end a better look and adds support to the outer mounts. Great job Ian.

Ian that is looking amazing, it's a shame most of it will be hidden when it's all together. Best whishes to your step duaghter

Stevesaurus has a cross list at this link . Great list.

You're all jealous!!!! Let's put it in perspective. I stopped by a JD dealer looking at a 4or 500 series. I needed a mower, snow blower, and maybe a plow. I was considering upgrading from my horses. Silly me! The one other accessory which was a must have was a mid mount grader blade. They immediately showed me a 700 series. I politely pointed to a tired Wheel Horse 314-8 they had for sale and said that does what I need. They all smirked as I explained how well a 50" grader blade repairs my 1/4 mile driveway very spring. Fact is if I didn't know any better I may have purchased something bright, shiny, and well NEW. But I think most of our RS members are well educated when it comes to our equipment. Thanks to the many members who've steered me right over the years! You've collectively saved many of us a small fortune. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Not a well written article. Don't miss the point that in addition to a $13k tractor he apparently bought $12k worth of attachments. Like a "shovel", whatever that is. A loader perhaps. $25k for his setup is almost as outrageous as $8k for a 48" deck 420LSE in 1986. And the 20 minute hookup for the drive-over deck must have been a mistake. They certainly meant 20 seconds. Steve

Excellent work! The Horse deserves some TLC! Be sure to post updates, the forum needs to see, dream, drool a bit.

Before inserting shift lever, make sure that the forks are aligned in the neutral position as shown below: