JUSS10 250 #1 Posted April 22, 2014 A while back I posted about a neighbor with a 300 series wheelhorse that he was looking to get rid of. I took a look and we made a deal on the 314-A. Going to pick it up tomorrow. Sorry no pictures today but I did get some of the original documentation which is really cool. Below is a picture of the documents. One thing, how do you move a hydro when its not running? Is there a tow valve somewhere? Don't want to damage it before I even get it up and running. Thanks! Justin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motox25 36 #2 Posted April 22, 2014 Congrats on the horse! It should tell you how to hand push it in the manual, wheel horse recommends against towing mine in the manual. On my 520H there is no tow valve, you just put the motion control lever forward and push. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,578 #3 Posted April 22, 2014 if it is an eaton 1100 you can just push it but if it is a eaton 700 push the motion control lever all the way forward and you should be able to push it, but it won't be easy. other wise you will have to lift 1 tire or just drag it . the other possibility it to get it running before you try to move it. good luck eric j Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #4 Posted April 22, 2014 It has the eaton 700. So what is the difference between this machine (314-A) and the 314-H besides the 1100 transmission with hydrolift? Just tires and wheels? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 487 #5 Posted April 22, 2014 It has the eaton 700. So what is the difference between this machine (314-A) and the 314-H besides the 1100 transmission with hydrolift? Just tires and wheels? 1100 tranny is much stronger. The 700 IMHO is fine for mowing and light ground engaging work, like pushing snow, but if you are towing heavy loads or running a moldboard plow, I don't know I would want to do that with mine. On the plus side, if the 700 ever fails, eaton 1100's are fairly easy to come by and I have read lots of folks swapping them. Having said all that - you'll probably be A-OK with the 700. If it ain't broke - don't fix it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennist 139 #6 Posted April 22, 2014 Congrats on the tractor. Even with the motion lever forward, I have not been able to push a 700 at all(maybe I am just unlucky with them). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #7 Posted April 22, 2014 Well, I will take my jump box and hope that I can get it to fire. It ran last year before he stored it away. It should start, was just curious how to move it if it didn't. I forgot I have a few pictures of the tractor when I took a look at it the other day. Definitely needs a good clean up but its relatively low hours. Came with a deck, single stage blower, chains, weights and a track vac that mounts on the back. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,331 #8 Posted April 22, 2014 I'll bet you find a nice tractor under all that crud. Nice find. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #9 Posted April 22, 2014 I agree! It just needs a good clean up! I'm excited to have the track vac as the new house is two acres with a lot of trees. It will be great come this fall. Justin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dandan111 31 #10 Posted April 22, 2014 Dang. Did they ever clean it. What's that funky hitch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #11 Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) Not often, it was just a hard working tractor for him. A little clean up and it will look much better! The hitch on the back is for the track vac that mounts on it. I picked the tractor and blower up over my noon hour and plan to get the track vac tonight. I will take photos to show what it looks like then. The Tractor fired right up and I was able to drive it on the trailer. That was a pleasant surprise. I already ordered a tune up kit for it through and will thoroughly clean the carb and engine. Should be back to work in no time! On the topic of cleaning. I plan to wash it, I'm used to the 60's wheel horses so I know what is and isn't safe to get wet. This machine is a fair bit more complicated then those. What do I need to be concerned about if I decide to wash it up real good? Edited April 22, 2014 by JUSS10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc724 925 #12 Posted April 22, 2014 Wow, and I though the last one I picked up was dirty! Mine was pristine on top, but underneath and inside the hood stand there was a pretty thick build-up of fine dirt (like you have). It took me three "outings" of 2-3 hours each to take off panels and clean things up. (no, I do not have a power washer). When I pulled off the engine tins, the blower housing was packed solid with the fine dirt, but the head fins were clear (thankfully). Well, have fun, take your time, and this machine will reward you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,578 #13 Posted April 23, 2014 unhook the battery before you wash it, something i don't always do, and then blow it off real good with compressed air. i only do that when the tractor won't start after washing , but i don't have a power washer either. you should be good as long as you dry it off, by that i mean the electrical's system. come on it's a tractor it was made to sit out in the rain some just not for ever as some people do but i won't go there that's a whole nother can of worm's. i will just say that my tractors that sit out (several ) i keep covered. sorry didn't mean to go off topic ps they push easier if they haven't been run for awhile. that goes for the 1100 or the 700.the longer they sit the easier they push eric j Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #14 Posted April 23, 2014 Few more pics. Still haven't gotten the trac vac but maybe tomorrow I can grab that. Here is the blower: And here is really the only major damage on the tractor. Anyone ever have this? How did you fix it? I have an idea but thought I would check with others first And a good shot at all the dirt on the engine. Already ordered a tune up kit and I will be spending quite a bit of time getting this cleaned up :/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #15 Posted April 23, 2014 It just amazes me at how people neglect equipment and "expect" them not to break down. I recently picked up a 312H myself and it took me 2 hours with a pressure washer to get it cleaned up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #16 Posted April 23, 2014 (edited) stevebo, did you just shoot with with the pressure washer without worry much about anything or did you cover certain areas? I intend to break out the pressure washer on this beast to speed up the process of cleaning, just don't want to damage anything. And for whats its worth, my neighbor is a great guy and I got a great deal on the tractor. Not everyone is mechanically inclined or cares for these machines like we do. I'm just glad he gave me the option to buy it and I look forward to getting in cleaned up and ready for many more years of service. Justin Edited April 23, 2014 by JUSS10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #17 Posted April 23, 2014 Justin, I would just stay away from the carb and that is about it. I would take the seat pan and shifter plate off so you can get to the hydro fins and clean them really good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,164 #18 Posted April 23, 2014 It would be interesting to see what the air filter looks like....Congrats on your purchase. Your neighbor might want it back when he sees it cleaned up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #19 Posted April 23, 2014 The air filter isn't pretty, thats for sure. But man it does run good. Oil is clean. I have a new filter and prefilter as well as plug, points, condensor, and carb kit coming in the mail tomorrow. I plan to pull the carb and just let that soak for a few days to get all the grime off. I am going to laser cut some covers for the intake and other spots on the engine so I can pressure wash it without getting water in anything. If the PTO wasn't so involved on these "newer" machines, I would just pull the engine to clean and paint. May still do that anyway. Guess we'll see! Justin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #20 Posted April 24, 2014 picked up the track vac tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #21 Posted April 24, 2014 It just amazes me at how people neglect equipment and "expect" them not to break down. I recently picked up a 312H myself and it took me 2 hours with a pressure washer to get it cleaned up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUSS10 250 #22 Posted April 25, 2014 dirty was right. Here is a photo after I took the rear fender off. Years of grass and leafs. Looks pretty good after a clean up though. Still need to clean the engine really well but I did at least put a new air filter in. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JT Burkard 4 #23 Posted April 25, 2014 Amazing what a washing can do for esthetics. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,331 #24 Posted April 25, 2014 I am willing to bet that tractor had never even seen a wipe down, let alone a bath since the day it was made. By the looks of it, it was not used for mowing lawns or leaf pickup. Looks like it was used to mow dirt fields. Holy cow are big farm tractors are not allowed to get that bad, even if we have been out disking in the dry field all day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,126 #25 Posted April 25, 2014 Looking better already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
