Aussie 98 #1 Posted August 20, 2010 I have been looking for a Wheel Horse tractor for some time but they are not plentiful here in Australia. Meanwhile I have been browsing on RedSquare and have gained a wealth of knowledge and ideas. Since I began seriously looking earlier this year I have only seen three 520H's advertised for sale, and none of them were close to me. Well, I finally bought a 416-8 a couple of weeks ago so am joining the forum. The tractor looks a bit rough, mainly due to peeling paint, but is solid and runs well. It appears to be relatively complete and has done 675 hours. It is a 1989 model and has a 42" RD deck. I am going to repaint and tidy things up. The left rear axle seal is leaking badly and I think the brake shaft seal may also be poor. I will replace all of the seals. Other than that it mainly needs a good clean and service. This is the first WH I have seen other than the 520's. I don't know how many came to Australia, what models were sold here and over what period of time. I do however remember looking at a new 520H in a dealer showroom in the early 90's and being very impressed with how solid and well made it looked. I also recollect that it was very expensive. Looking forward to participating in RedSquare and mowing with a real GT. I'll try to post a photo or two. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie 98 #2 Posted August 20, 2010 This is the tractor when I got it home. The PO fitted a swivel base boat seat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Operator 7 #3 Posted August 20, 2010 :USA: Aussie!! After you get it cleaned up you'll have to post another one. Great tractor you have there. It would look good with shiny hubcaps Randy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SAM58 30 #4 Posted August 20, 2010 Hello and Great Tractor! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racinfool40 202 #5 Posted August 20, 2010 Hello & Looks like a nice machine & you can't stop at just one!! :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #6 Posted August 20, 2010 Hi Aussie, :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #7 Posted August 20, 2010 :) Good look'n unit! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
btrrg1969 11 #8 Posted August 20, 2010 :) glad you found one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgoyette 12 #10 Posted August 20, 2010 Welcome to Redsquare and congratulations on the 416-8. Looking forward to more pictures and more posts from you. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,032 #13 Posted August 21, 2010 :) good luck with your :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arndts small engine repair 0 #14 Posted August 22, 2010 Hi nice find! :USA: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie 98 #15 Posted August 23, 2010 Thank you all for the welcomes. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duff 206 #18 Posted August 23, 2010 :USA: Great to have you among us! ~Duff :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle BO 0 #19 Posted August 24, 2010 :) I have 416-8 also and it just keeps on going GOOD LUCK! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #20 Posted August 25, 2010 I have 416-8 also and it just keeps on going GOOD LUCK! The problem is, it does not stop after bo drives it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #21 Posted August 25, 2010 Aussie, What part of Austrailia are you from? I spent 5 months in Wollongong back in 1993 @ the U of Wollongong. Great place and great people !! YOu guys need to stop calling us yank yank septic tank ... :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie 98 #23 Posted October 1, 2010 Thank you all. I haven't been back and looked at this post for a while as I have been busy reading through other posts. I have also pulled my 416 apart for repainting so will start a new thread under painting and restoration. Stevebo - I am in South Australia, about 30 miles out of Adelaide. regards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #25 Posted October 1, 2010 Hello and Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
