Someone gave it to me. "Wouldn't run."

[Fire_fighter625 103]

Someone gave me this 308-8. I believe it's a 1986. All original. They said it would run, but I removed the gas tank and cleaned it, along with the fuel line and new filter. Removed the started and put new springs. Cleaned the carb and gapped the plug. She fired ride up. However, the starter sounds like it's grinding a rad and it smokes a little. For free? Can't beat it. Trees were growing from the seat when I got it. Put air in the tires one time since last fall. Great little find. The deck is in great condition, as well.

[AMC RULES 37,127]

Positive proof right there...

the best things in life are free. 

    

[Pullstart 62,783]

That's amazing!  You're lucky to know someone who don't know Jack! 

[Wishin4a416 2,191]

Real nice machine! And free is good.

[elcamino/wheelhorse 9,295]

That is a great freebie. 

[Phatboy 565]

Some folks have all the luck lol,, that is a super nice machine buddy,, congrats !!!

[ClassicTractorProfessor 5,314]

Freebies are always good that's how I got my 1277 and my 701

[SylvanLakeWH 25,490]

SSSHHH....I'll pay you twice what you paid for it...Deal?

 

You got a smoking good deal!

 

[Terry M-(Moderator) 2,175]

WOW!   And what a clean looking tractor it is.

[608KEB 795]

Nice machine. Looks like it was kept indoors most it's life.

[Fire_fighter625 103]

I agree with all of the above! I couldn't believe it. My 312-8 was given to me as well, but I spent good money to have it 100% re-built correctly and bored over. I did have to by my 857 but I have $350 for it from the original owner. I have my eyes on a nice C-105 (not my favorite hood style) but it's in excellent condition. First gear is out so I will have to learn more of the transmission trade. Also, eyes on a C-100 from original owner with all original attachments and unopened snow blade in the box. It does help that there are a pleatora of Wheel Horses when you live in the state they were manufactured. And only 3 hours south of South Bend. 

[KC9KAS 4,741]

You have a nice looking herd of Wheel Horse tractors!

[dells68 7,498]

Nice herd!  Must be nice to be amongst all the stallions.  Where I live they're like finding hen's teeth.  See them shiny gums there?

[Pollack Pete 2,273]

Nice looking 308.I've gotten 2 free Wheel Horses since I've been in the hobby and neither one looked like yours.Neither of my free ones ran.............and they still don't.My favorite flavor.........FREE

[Retired Wrencher 5,441]

Fire_fighter625   You definitely live in paradise of W/Horse tractors. How bad was the 308 when you picked it up any picks of before?. That 857 is very nice also. Looks to 100% original. the upper seat needs to have some padding but looks great for 49 years old. Enjoy.

[Tankman 3,518]

Nice Herd! You received that non-running Horse 'cause someone knew, "The Fire Fighter'll take good care of the Horse!" 

[parsonsponyz 109]

What a deal.  You are in the land of milk and horses.  Glad to see someone knew enough to give it a good home.

[TDF5G 2,069]

Free is a good price for a !   I've never gotten one for that price.  Congrats on your gift.  It looks like it's in great shape!

[Fire_fighter625 103]

11 hours ago, T1257 RETIRED WRENCHER. said:

Minus a toothbrush degreasing and spit shine and air in the tires....that's exactly what it looked like T1257. That 857 is all original, as well. I'm in the need for a project. Yes, I am in the land of WH and honey lol 

 

Minus a toothbrush degreasing and spit shine and air in the tires....that's exactly what it looked like T1257. That 857 is all original, as well. I'm in the need for a project. Yes, I am in the land of WH and honey lol 

[can whlvr 993]

wow that's nice,i paid over 3000.00 for my 308-8 when I bought her new in 86,still got her,a different engine now ,but great tractor and I personally like the red hood look,im gonna put mine back that way

[c-series don 8,663]

Ok let's face it at this point you should try to get the C-105 and the C-100. If they are as nice as you say you need to get them and give them a good home. Hey as long as you can keep them inside what's two more tractors?!!! Best of luck to you.