Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #1 Posted April 14, 2023 ..well I did have a 418 years ago but it wasnt here long. Been casually on the hunt for a 414 or 416-8 speed with a single Magnum for awhile. Never anything for sale that’s not a 5 plus hour drive one way. Well I know of a guy in the next town over with a couple and this morning I bumped into him at the local gas station. Said if you ever want to unload one let me know. Long story short he put a price on each one and said take your pick. I chose this 1989 414-8 and brought her home! Runs great, tranny goes thru all the gears, 42” SD deck is quiet. Obligatory pics : 7 19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #2 Posted April 14, 2023 Actually I had a 416-H as well…. So I guess it’s far from my first 400 series 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,080 #3 Posted April 14, 2023 Good thing you got the 3 car cleaned out! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,456 #4 Posted April 14, 2023 Nice lookin' ride Mike! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwerl58 704 #5 Posted April 14, 2023 Nice looking tractor. I have a 414-8 as my first Wheel Horse so that is what I will use as my bench mark. I really like mine and use it for all kinds of things around here. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #6 Posted April 14, 2023 Started to go through the 414 this evening. How refreshing to get a tractor that has actually been maintained! Interstate battery is only a couple months old. Trans fluid is full and clean like it’s brand new. Motor oil is full and just as clean as the transmission fluid. Air filter is like brand new. Shifter boot looks brand new…,and it goes on! Swapped out the rear wheels/tires to some nicer ones I had in stock. Checked all 4 hub set screws and NOT ONE WAS LOOSE?? Ok.. I did have to tighten up the rear brake band a bit . 4 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,199 #7 Posted April 14, 2023 Looks like new, all it needs is a set of Terry's "Patriot" decals. Then all the kids will adore it. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #8 Posted April 14, 2023 24 minutes ago, 953 nut said: Looks like new, all it needs is a set of Terry's "Patriot" decals. Then all the kids will adore it. Hmm….that might be a good idea! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,456 #9 Posted April 15, 2023 1 hour ago, Sparky said: Ok.. I did have to tighten up the rear brake band a bit I hope you got a GOOD discount for having to do all that work!! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,016 #10 Posted April 15, 2023 4 hours ago, Sparky said: Trans fluid is full and clean like it’s brand new. Motor oil is full and just as clean as the transmission fluid. What is that clear stuff on the dipstick? I thought all of these machines had the mandatory black (original to the date of the tractor) sludge in the cases? Good solid looking tractor! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,451 #11 Posted April 15, 2023 Looking good Mike. Looks like that will be a keeper. They still sell Mokie? I remember my dad drank that back in the 60`s and 70`s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,456 #12 Posted April 15, 2023 1 minute ago, Retired Wrencher said: They still sell Mokie? Moxie. Oh yes! I'm not a fan of the stuff but there's still a HUGE annual Moxie festival up here in Maine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,451 #13 Posted April 15, 2023 6 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: Moxie. Oh yes! I'm not a fan of the stuff but there's still a HUGE annual Moxie festival up here in Maine. Where is it made Eric? Do you know? I could never drink it myself strong taste. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #14 Posted April 15, 2023 7 hours ago, kpinnc said: What is that clear stuff on the dipstick? I thought all of these machines had the mandatory black (original to the date of the tractor) sludge in the cases? Right! Or the popular milkshake color from cutting the viscosity with some H2O 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,456 #15 Posted April 15, 2023 13 minutes ago, Retired Wrencher said: Where is it made Eric? Do you know? I could never drink it myself strong taste. I had to look it up. It's origins are tied to a Maine native. Current production is done in at least 6 locations across the country. Bedford NH and Worcester Massachusetts appear to be among them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,315 #16 Posted April 15, 2023 14 minutes ago, Retired Wrencher said: Where is it made Eric? Do you know? I could never drink it myself strong taste. I think I bought a case locally here at one of the big name grocery stores. I rarely drink soda so this case will last me a couple years 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D_Mac 8,610 #17 Posted April 15, 2023 May I recommend a set of custom decals from @Vinylguy I had him make me this set for the 416-8 I had. Loved how they looked. Nice pick up, enjoy it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #18 Posted April 15, 2023 Mike, that will be your favorite worker trust me. Imo the 414-8 or 416-8 will do anything you throw at them. They will not fail motors are bulletproof! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,456 #19 Posted April 15, 2023 26 minutes ago, stevebo said: Mike, that will be your favorite worker trust me. Imo the 414-8 or 416-8 will do anything you throw at them. They will not fail motors are bulletproof! I'll second that. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
