Sparky-(Admin) 23,169 #1 Posted February 25, 2008 So wh500special just posted a pic in the pic section of a 418-C(commercial). So whats it got that my 418-A doesnt have? Mine has the louvered hood and a couple of chrome goodies but thats all I could see as far as differences. Mike..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
combatmp29r 27 #2 Posted February 25, 2008 OK heres my understanding of the comercials. Someone please add more if they have it. Mike, my understanding is the comercials just didn't have the bells and whistles such as the chrome you mentioned. They were plane jane work horses made to do their job. Contractors didn't need all the chrome and shiny stuff like homeowners wanted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,169 #3 Posted February 25, 2008 So I got me one of them fancy tractors do I? I like the Chrome and stainless stuff . Its my only tractor with anything shiny on it. Mike........... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,882 #4 Posted February 26, 2008 Chrome is good, only my hub caps are chrome though :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
combatmp29r 27 #5 Posted February 26, 2008 Man I just realized that I don't have chrome on any of my horses except the V18. Hmmm the farmer side of me I guess. Ilike chrome, but just don't own any for the horses. The big JD has chrome though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
refracman 167 #6 Posted February 26, 2008 As i understand the decks were different the C had a 1/2 rod that went all around the deck shell and over the top by the shute, and renforsein plates for the rear wheels. After about 1990 all decks had this renforseing on them. Also i think there was a difference with the front wheels/ splindes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wh500special 2,277 #7 Posted February 28, 2008 Gents, I haven't done a detailed accounting of the differences b/t the commercial model and the std. model, but I think it is mostly superficial. You mentioned the lack of louvers and chrome on the commercial tractor, but also lacking is the full complement of indicator lights. The commercial seat is also slightly different. I think - but haven't checked - that the front axle has heavier spindles on the 418-C than on the 418-A. If I get a chance to look at the parts breaskdown I will let you know what I find, but if you'd rather do it yourself on the Toro MPV the two model numbers to compare are: 418-A 31-18KE01 418-C 41-18KE01 Looks like the 418-C was a 1987 only offering. Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve418C 0 #8 Posted June 2, 2008 I have a 418C and it was sitting next to a 420C when I bought it in 1987. The only difference in these two and the other models (per the saleman) was the lack of chrome on mine (the 420 had chrome hubcaps) and a "beefier" mower deck and front end. I am "restoring" mine...it only has 380 hours on it. I need a starter and cannot find the serial number. Any help or recommendations? It starts OK, but drags a little more all the time. Also - any ideas on decals? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,169 #9 Posted June 3, 2008 Steve, the model# on the engine in my 418-A is M18QS and the spec# is 24510. A dealer should be able to hook you up using those #'s. Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,169 #10 Posted June 3, 2008 Not sure but this might work Steve. Someone on here might know for sure. http://cgi.ebay.com/WHEEL-HORSE-417-A-KOHL...id=p3286.c0.m14 Mike........... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
