munsonRN 0 #1 Posted May 9, 2009 I recently purchase my first wheelhorse tractor. I LOVE this thing. Still tinkering with it....blades, belts, fluids, etc.... It's a 417A. Runs great. No smoking. Appears garage kept as the body and deck are in great shape. Picked it up for a smidge over $400. I'm looking forward to many years of use. More questions to come as I KNOW I will have some soon, but first ....ON TO THE PICS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Confused99 2 #3 Posted May 9, 2009 :drool: Nice looking tractor. Great price too :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TJ 184 #4 Posted May 9, 2009 :drool: Nice tractor. :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mkevinr63 4 #5 Posted May 9, 2009 Nice lookin pony! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,347 #6 Posted May 9, 2009 :omg: sweet lookin ride! :drool: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldandred 15 #7 Posted May 9, 2009 nice looking tractor and would some one call the police he stole it at that price :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #8 Posted May 9, 2009 Wow, for a newbie, you fit right in, pics and all! :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
igota310-8 0 #9 Posted May 9, 2009 Love those 400's, Im jealous, I always wanted one of those Powerhouses! Eric Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwgdog66 23 #10 Posted May 9, 2009 :drool: Ya did good!! :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tgranthamfd 29 #11 Posted May 10, 2009 :drool: Nice find. :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #12 Posted May 10, 2009 Nice lookin' tractor and :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
munsonRN 0 #13 Posted May 11, 2009 Of course I'm posting pics. I'm a proud new owner and had to show her off. A few minor issues to take care of, but she mows great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #14 Posted May 11, 2009 A few minor issues to take care of, but she mows great. From what I see in the pics, the issues must indeed be "minor." Great looking machine! And hey - it's tinkering on these rigs that make 'em grow on us. This is your first? Watch out - they go forth and multiply!!!!! Duff :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
munsonRN 0 #15 Posted May 11, 2009 Yeah, nothing major that I can tell. I just replaced the fuel line as it was cracked pretty bad. New deck belt also. Now, what I'm looking for is the "quadrant" that attaches to the deck to allow height adjustment. The one on the deck has broken. I also need the lever for the deck height adjustment. Any ideas on where to source these parts? Or, does anyone have any extras lying around they would part with? I've found the part numbers but toro doesnt seem to have them available on their site. The only other question now is what type of oil to use where. I've read different things. Some say straight 30 weight when using the tractor above 32 degrees. Some say 10w-30. Both for the hydro and the engine oil. Thoughts anyone? Told you guys I would have some questions. :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill 4 #16 Posted May 11, 2009 :omg: Nice lookin tractor u got there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kfleser 0 #17 Posted May 12, 2009 :omg: I also have a 417-A. Sure is a nice unit. Lotsa power and mows like a dream. I just changed oil in the motor and tranny. In the motor I use a high quality 30w, and in the tranny a 10W-30. That is what the owners manual recommends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaineDad 87 #18 Posted May 12, 2009 Welcome to the most addicting tractor brand! Have fun and do not be afraid to ask questions, we've all been there and are glad to help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #19 Posted May 12, 2009 Nice 'Horse, nice price . I might as well hook you up to some manuals to get you started. First thing is your tractor is either a 1985 (model # 31-17KE01) or a 1986 (model # 31-17KE02). Find out which one you have and use that model number when ordering parts or looking up information. Once you have your number go to Toros MPv for a parts breakdown, specs., and what attachments were available for it. Click here: https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/index.cfm?xCaller=Toro You can download some manuals for it from Toro but you'll have to order the operators manual and parts manual from them. Put your model number in the first box and put "none" for serial number: https://lookup3.toro.com/request/request.cfm Finally here's your engine manual: http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_2043_a.pdf Good luck and have fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
