rmaynard 14,951 #1 Posted April 11, 2015 Well, I went to look at another neglected 416-H today. This poor horse has been out in the weather most of it's life. The wiring is a mess, and I don't know if it even runs. But I'm rescuing it and bringing it to my stable. If it's beyond hope, I may be parting it. More to come... 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,059 #2 Posted April 11, 2015 I bet it will be a runner without too much work. I think it would make a really good worker refurbish but then again you don't do that. You are all out or nothing at all. lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,961 #3 Posted April 11, 2015 Please save that pink tractor Bob. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #4 Posted April 11, 2015 I bet it will be a runner without too much work. I think it would make a really good worker refurbish but then again you don't do that. You are all out or nothing at all. lol I don't know what you are talking about Steve! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #5 Posted April 11, 2015 (edited) By the way, I just enhanced the faded ID tag, and this one is a 73423 790????, which makes it a 1997. Edited April 11, 2015 by rmaynard 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #6 Posted April 11, 2015 Nice find Bob, cant wait to see what you do with it. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pollack Pete 2,273 #7 Posted April 11, 2015 I like it.At least the engine was tarped.Make sure you check under the tins for packed grass etc.Any horse I've ever bought that spent any time outside seems to have turned into a rodent condo.Have fun with your new toy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,515 #8 Posted April 11, 2015 (edited) Great Horse to save and spoil. I have an '85 416-8, PO didn't treat the Horse properly. Now in my barn spoiled. Beautiful and well behaved Stallions! Thank you for takin' the neglected Horse in. I like it.At least the engine was tarped.Make sure you check under the tins for packed grass etc.Any horse I've ever bought that spent any time outside seems to have turned into a rodent condo.Have fun with your new toy. Plenty of room for the little mice but, I usually find mud wasp settlements! Looks like some of the tarp may have been used for bedding material. Edited April 11, 2015 by Tankman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 4,909 #9 Posted April 11, 2015 (edited) Bob I hope the old girl gets some tlc. With a good coat of marvel or tranny fluid to bring back some color. [Burn] the seat. Find the wiring diagram here and take your time do one wire at a time. It will pay you back in the end. She deserves a little tlc because of it`s former life. Enjoy the ride. Gary B.... Edited April 11, 2015 by T1257 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 39,144 #10 Posted April 11, 2015 Goes to show you the effect of de leading paint has on the long haul. The old horses even left out side rusted some and faded some put didn't turn pink. I'm kind of surprised it isn't rustier than it is. Most of the mid 80's on up horses I run across are rustier than an old Ford Escort. Show it some love Bob. I don't know what you paid but around here lately that's a $500 tractor! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,421 #11 Posted April 11, 2015 That definitely looks like one that should be saved and not parted out. Perform your magic on it Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #12 Posted April 11, 2015 Nice score Bob. I agree with Steve, worker refurb which means make it nice, but don't go nuts! How many hrs. are on it? I bet once you 86 that yellow seat she'll fire right up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boovuc 1,090 #13 Posted April 11, 2015 Hey Bob, Based on the pictures and your text on the wiring, I would suggest you remove that wiring, put it in a 2 qt pan then add meatballs and sauce over low heat. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #14 Posted April 11, 2015 ...How many hrs. are on it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,690 #15 Posted April 11, 2015 So a "97" 416 Hydro had to have been $4000 plus right? With a deck? It always amazes me that something that was as expensive as that can get left out in the elements to deteriorate . I know you'll show it enough love Bob! Mike......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
varosd 1,185 #16 Posted April 11, 2015 Those Onan's are starting multiple at Bob's ranch...Must be Spring! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,191 #17 Posted April 11, 2015 Is that a crapsman i see in the background? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #18 Posted April 11, 2015 Is that a crapsman i see in the background? Sure is. I think it's for sale too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,011 #19 Posted April 11, 2015 I'll be watching to see what you do with it, Bob. Good luck with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,347 #20 Posted April 12, 2015 What's with those front wheels Bob? Does this tractor have the 4-wheel steering option that was so popular that year? You'll have it ready for Arendtsville, right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Martin 2,130 #21 Posted April 12, 2015 Oh no, looks like you've caught the 416 bug bad, Bob! totally understand how that could happen...... bug, bad, bob....... now that sounds funny, hey? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #22 Posted April 12, 2015 What's with those front wheels Bob? Does this tractor have the 4-wheel steering option that was so popular that year? You'll have it ready for Arendtsville, right? It's missing the left hand a tie rod. And no, I don't think this one is coming to Arendtsville. I should have 416-H #1 done by then, but there is just not enough time to get both done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,951 #23 Posted April 12, 2015 Oh no, looks like you've caught the 416 bug bad, Bob! totally understand how that could happen...... bug, bad, bob....... now that sounds funny, hey? It's funny how that happens. First three Wheel Horses were B-100's. Then I've had two 857's. Now it's 416-H's. Where will it all end? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 4,909 #24 Posted April 12, 2015 It's funny how that happens. First three Wheel Horses were B-100's. Then I've had two 857's. Now it's 416-H's. Where will it all end? Bob I think it will end when you are trying to walk around or try to move something. Then u see well if I move this shove that over there I think I can get this out. Or I build a shed to put all this in there. But it is all good. I just sold a nice 77 B-80 yesterday for that same reason. Hey it is better than being a couch potato. At our age it is good for the mind. Enjoy it. Gary B..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chex313 123 #25 Posted April 12, 2015 I like it.At least the engine was tarped.Make sure you check under the tins for packed grass etc.Any horse I've ever bought that spent any time outside seems to have turned into a rodent condo.Have fun with your new toy. I notice any horse left inside also turns into a rodent condo... (At least in my shed) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
