2N,9N,8N?????

syarman

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Hello Everyone, getting around to purchasing my first tractor. Been looking at primarily 8N's, doing a lot of research and leaning that way, BUT, not too many around and the ones that are, are a bit too high in price. found some nice 9's and have run across a totally restored 2, which is in MINT condition as far as I can see. Its 600 miles away though. He also has a really nice 8 to boot. The 2 is 2k cheaper.It's a '44 for 3000.00.Knowing what I know and being some what familiar with them, what suggestions can I get on them, including the 9N. Will be primarily used for mowing and road upkeep (base rocked road).Can a 2 or 9 handle a 4-5' box scraper as my buddy's 8 can. Any feedback will be GREATLY appreciated!!
 
Where are you located? If you want to spend that much money, You can get a real tractor lol. Look for live power, power steering, 800 series and newer. Ive got an NAA that is looking for someone who wants to spend some money, with 53 hours on the rebuild.
 
Yep, West Coast. High prices out here!! What else is new for livin' out here. The 2N is Brand new though. With a Zane Thang and a ORC, it should do the job. Heck, send me a pic and i'll hook up the hauler!!!!
 
Those prices are high.

The 8 has slightly more HP (I believe 2 or so could be wrong). The main advantage in my mind on the 8 would be 4 speed trans. The 9 and 2 have 3 speed.

I agree with the other guys that for that kind of money you should be looking for an NAA.

Look on Ebay and Craigslist to get a real feel for the market.

A good 9 or 2N around here (Western Michigan) would be likely under $2K. 8n would be $800 and up more. I paid $2700 for my 2N with a back blade, front plow blade, tire chains, and a front end loader.
 
My 8N handles a 6' box blade just fine on a rock base gravel road. Of course, I don't overwork it.

Gunny, in Iowa
















road upkeep (base rocked road).
 
A 4-5 foot box scraper wouldn't challenge a 9N/2N any more than
it would an 8N. Not enough difference in HP to worry about really.
And no HP difference on the early 8N IIRC.

Where you would find a difference for that use is in the hydraulics.
The 8N had built in position control and the 9N/2N do not.

Meaning you can set the 8N 3 PT hitch at any position between
full up and full down (in position control mode) and it would stay
there. In Draft mode it works like the 9N/2N. All the way up or
all the way down unloaded, with the draft control plunger
automatically adjusting for load on a ground engaging implement.

The 9N/2N did not have a position control mode, but it can be
easily added with an external feedback linkage like the Zane
Thang the Zane Sherman sells.

I can't comment on the price in your area, but if an 8N really
sells for $5K I might look into shipping you a few.
They might bring $2K here in good shape with new paint.
 
Prices are comparable out there in the midwest as are here out west. The 2N is a total rebuild and comes with a 6' 360 degree blade which is new. 2900.00obo. Not too much more than you paid. That being said, you get what you pay for. Rather have to pay a couple of hundred more than immediately wrench on the damn thing. Not too many Jubilees out here.
 
You are right, Royse. Also a ORC will assist me with hogging. There
are a couple of MF 35's around here,but are in the 4200.00 range.
Negotiable of course. Might have to visit my bud in De Soto, IA.
Being there aren't too many that are "ready" to go hard, I thought I'd
settle for the 2N. HELL,it's a cherry and ready to go!!!
 
I hope I'm not talking you out of a 2N. Or a 9N for that matter.
I actually prefer the three speed over the 4 speed in the 8N.
Personal preference I guess.

None have live PTO or hydraulics, so that's a wash between them.
Position control and the side mount distributor on the later 8N's
might give them an advantage, but not enough to rate much $.
 
(quoted from post at 17:52:42 03/15/15) I hope I'm not talking you out of a 2N. Or a 9N for that matter.
I actually prefer the three speed over the 4 speed in the 8N.
Personal preference I guess.

None have live PTO or hydraulics, so that's a wash between them.
Position control and the side mount distributor on the later 8N's
might give them an advantage, but not enough to rate much $.
greed. No worries and thanks.
 
Welcome to the wonderful world of Ford Tractors! For basic mowing and brush hogging and road grading, an N will do just fine. If you will be using it everyday, say on a horse or cattle farm, something more robust will be best for the money. Like JimmyJack says, an 800 Series, like an 860, would be more in line with HD work plus the advantage of live power and PTO. Many N owners simply plow snow, grade drives, and mow grass with the possible cultivation of small garden and food plots. The 8N would be my choice not only for the upgrades as mentioned, but you'll have a better generator with a voltage regulator, flip down grille, better steering box, and a few more improvements. Original 8N AD states there were 22 new improvements over the 9N/2N model. Try looking up in the Washington area as a friend of mine in Montana goes there a lot to buy tractors and parts.

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As said, I would look for a little bigger/newer tractor. Something like a 600, 601 or 2000 would be a great choice. But, if your budget requires you to stick with an N then I would probably take a 9/2N over an 8N. 8N did have several improvements over the 9/2s such as better brake pedals, position control and a real drawbar but I hated the way-too-fast reverse in the 8Ns and thought the gear ratios in the 3 speed were more than adequate for most tasks.
The 600s had all those quirks worked out plus they had live hydraulics which was a big improvement.
 
(quoted from post at 05:20:08 03/16/15) As said, I would look for a little bigger/newer tractor. Something like a 600, 601 or 2000 would be a great choice. But, if your budget requires you to stick with an N then I would probably take a 9/2N over an 8N. 8N did have several improvements over the 9/2s such as better brake pedals, position control and a real drawbar but I hated the way-too-fast reverse in the 8Ns and thought the gear ratios in the 3 speed were more than adequate for most tasks.
The 600s had all those quirks worked out plus they had live hydraulics which was a big improvement.
hanks for the recommendations. Sounds like we have some 2 and 9 fans out there
 
If you want something to continually work on, buy 1. It will cost you far more in the long run than a 2000 or 861. If you have to have a ford 2000 or 800 series is a better choice.
 
(quoted from post at 04:06:59 03/16/15) Welcome to the wonderful world of Ford Tractors! For basic mowing and brush hogging and road grading, an N will do just fine. If you will be using it everyday, say on a horse or cattle farm, something more robust will be best for the money. Like JimmyJack says, an 800 Series, like an 860, would be more in line with HD work plus the advantage of live power and PTO. Many N owners simply plow snow, grade drives, and mow grass with the possible cultivation of small garden and food plots. The 8N would be my choice not only for the upgrades as mentioned, but you'll have a better generator with a voltage regulator, flip down grille, better steering box, and a few more improvements. Original 8N AD states there were 22 new improvements over the 9N/2N model. Try looking up in the Washington area as a friend of mine in Montana goes there a lot to buy tractors and parts. Thanks Tim

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(quoted from post at 04:06:59 03/16/15) Welcome to the wonderful world of Ford Tractors! For basic mowing and brush hogging and road grading, an N will do just fine. If you will be using it everyday, say on a horse or cattle farm, something more robust will be best for the money. Like JimmyJack says, an 800 Series, like an 860, would be more in line with HD work plus the advantage of live power and PTO. Many N owners simply plow snow, grade drives, and mow grass with the possible cultivation of small garden and food plots. The 8N would be my choice not only for the upgrades as mentioned, but you'll have a better generator with a voltage regulator, flip down grille, better steering box, and a few more improvements. Original 8N AD states there were 22 new improvements over the 9N/2N model. Try looking up in the Washington area as a friend of mine in Montana goes there a lot to buy tractors and parts.

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