elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #1 Posted March 19, 2016 My brother and I took a 2 1/2 hour drive south west of Richmond to look at a 416-8. It was advertised as a 89 but the model number and the single cylinder Kohler makes it an 88. Needs a seat or 4 rolls of black tape. Sheet metal needs TLC and paint in many areas. Runs strong and trans has not problems . Hour meter indicates 2400 plus hours ( not sure if it works). Engine and mechanical parts do not indicate that many hours. Came with a mule drive and 42 inch RD deck ( or should I say 3 good spindles , blades and attachment mechanism ). Had to dicker some but owner can down on price . Loaded up truck and came home . Almost forgot I did not know that used JD green and yellow on 520s. Like a train wreck. ( This maybe view on C L Richmond Virginia . On the way home we saw the world ugliest Lincoln Camino. Some one with way too much time on hands and mechanical skills (?) converted a Lincoln Continental with suicide doors into a land yacht convertible top pickup .Sorry no picture . Tractor is parked , pictures tomorrow. 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #2 Posted March 19, 2016 Can't wait to see pics of the 416-8 with kohler 16. The green 520 is pretty sad looking it almost looks like some one actually tried to do a good job on the paint work but the color is all wrong. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #3 Posted March 19, 2016 Up close it looks like someone spent a lot of time on the paint. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,439 #4 Posted March 19, 2016 This 520 Jim?.....yuck!! I think that is your new steed in the background... Mike........... 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #5 Posted March 19, 2016 He might have better luck saleing if he didn't post pics of it.Lol 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Sparky 526 #6 Posted March 19, 2016 14 minutes ago, Sparky said: This 520 Jim?.....yuck!! I think that is your new steed in the background... Mike........... Sure and be gosh, it's an Irish pony. And a two banger at that. Am I right??? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #7 Posted March 19, 2016 Those yellow floor boards are a nice touch! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Sparky 526 #8 Posted March 19, 2016 Say what you will, color means nothing in my back yard. A twin 20hp beats a single 10hp. any day. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #9 Posted March 19, 2016 I explain some things about the seller. 1. I don't think he has a computer and pictures were posted by a friend. 2. He stores and works the tractors in his basement and lighting is not good or I would have taken some pictures. 3. He has some good items but do not know what is for sale and what are his keepers. 4. That is the 416-8 I purchased in the back ground of the photo of the JD 520. The seller did not paint it he purchased it already painted 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #10 Posted March 20, 2016 1 hour ago, elcamino/wheelhorse said: Up close it looks like someone spent a lot of time on the paint. It hasnt been 3 days Jim.......i was talking about hidden Steeds......what happens ????? !!!!!?????? YOU surface a winner,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,well good for you and us.......there is hope for Horses in VA....... Maybe next time it will be my turn,,, congrats.....beats a trip to PA or Ohio..... Howard in VA 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #11 Posted March 20, 2016 (edited) Jim, I'm glad that deal worked out.How long did it take for him to get back to you from the initial contact?I know you were pretty bummed about his not replying.I get to drag a WH home tommorrow in spite of the Nor easter.At least we didn't have to risk arrest in PA.Luck,JAinVA JimAnderson Gloucester,Va Edited March 20, 2016 by JAinVA 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #12 Posted March 20, 2016 I think he was having phone problems . He picked up when I called the other night and made arraignments to me. I called last night to remind him that I was coming up. I had to leave a message and he returned my call within 1/2 hour. Good luck on your trip tomorrow, it is going to be nasty outside. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,185 #13 Posted March 20, 2016 Waiting for pictures Jim. Got to love them thumpers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #14 Posted March 20, 2016 Jack I am sure I will have a lot of questions for you. First one where can I get lenses all the lights on dash? The 416 will be the spring and summer project besides helping my son landscape this backyard ( also know as the hill from hell). 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,576 #15 Posted March 20, 2016 13 hours ago, Sparky said: This 520 Jim?.....yuck!! I think that is your new steed in the background... Mike........... it's also got a nice seat on and wheel horse wheel weights, it the price was right i might be willing to drag it home and possibly take to shows just for a conversation piece and get some people on both sides of the isle stirred up. eric j 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #16 Posted March 20, 2016 eric, WHs fans would hurl at the sight of such an abused animal.The ad points out that the weights and rear tires you see do not go with the tractor.Just another reason to walk away from this poor beast.JAinVA 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankman 3,515 #17 Posted March 20, 2016 (edited) The 416-8 is a worker. Red is for the blood we shed. No green stuff in our barn. An acquaintance recently went to a green dealer, a riding mower (he needs more), paid thru the nose for junque. Ouch. Coarse skateboard grip tape, great on foot rests. Inexpensive and holds up very well. Edited March 21, 2016 by Tankman 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougL3 63 #18 Posted March 20, 2016 You guys are killing me. Guess I need to start back working on my 87 416-8. Using the 520 has been too easy. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #19 Posted March 20, 2016 Well as promised I am sending pictures of the 416-8 . Hopefully I don't mess up. I was going today to make a list etc but the weather is nasty (nothing falling yet ) and my naps kept getting in the way. One of these days I will learn to take better pictures. It is a model 31-16k804 serial number 28460. Have not checked serial number on engine. It is a Magnum 16. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,439 #20 Posted March 20, 2016 Nice machine. Soooo.....what breed of dog ya got?? Mike............ 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #21 Posted March 20, 2016 (edited) You should be looking at the Tractor and you picked on the natural fertilizer on the front tire. Sammy is a 15 year Heinz 57. We got him when he was about 2 years old from a rescue group. Took him to vets for check up and shots . Assistant was filling out paperwork and came to breed the vet looked , scratched his head and said just put down DOG. He suffers from separation anxiety and will not let me out of his sight.In fact he is laying at my feet right now. Edited March 20, 2016 by elcamino/wheelhorse 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,185 #22 Posted March 20, 2016 Nice score!! Looks to be real nice shape for its age. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,025 #23 Posted March 21, 2016 Even the headlights and tail lights work , not sure about the hour meter. Tires hold air but I think their days are numbered. Got to save up some funds before I do anything major. Plan at this point is to take care of rust areas. All seem to be surface rust. Also want to change all fluids. And use all the black duct tape I have on the seat Started printing manuals this afternoon. Just work around 900 other projects and work on this as time permits. Still trying to get rid of the image of the green 520. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phatboy 565 #24 Posted March 21, 2016 Elcamino !! That is a great lookimg tractor and shows alot of promice to be one of those awesome red machines,, and second its so nice to see you habe givin a loving dog a great home for all these years, my wife and i have always rescued or pets and love them like part of the family,, sorry not trying to hi-jack your post ,, just felt a sincere thank you was due,,, so congrats on that nice looking machine and thanks for giving your little buddy a great home... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #25 Posted March 21, 2016 Jim, That machine looks like a keeper.It just goes to prove there are WHs in Va.Ya just gotta beat the bushes and keep your eyes open.Nice score.JAinVA JimAnderson Gloucester.Va Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
