I have the option of trading my JD 1020 with a loader for an Oliver 1800. I had the serial number but can't locate it. I believe it's an "A" series. It is a diesel. I've been thinking of up sizing so I'm a bit interested in this tractor. I have no previous experience with Oliver and was wondering if there were any key items to check before I consider trading. Over all the tractor is in good shape. The metal is straight and complete. It starts and runs nice. I've seen the tractor operate. The owner has baled hay with it on my property using a large round baler for the last 5 or 6 years. So this isn't a completely unknown entity. I have the option to use the tractor for a few days to try it out. Parts availability seems pretty good but are there items that are tricky to locate that I should check before taking action? I may borrow it for a few days. Then I'll post pictures and get the serial number. I'm no stranger to dealing with odd tractors. I've lived with a MM 335 for about 30 years now. But the 335 is getting a little tricky to find stuff for. I'd rather not have two tractors like that.
I'd also like opinions on value of the 1020 to the 1800. I bought the 1020 as a basket case and have gone through the motor, the reverser, clutch, radiator and a few other items. The only real draw back it has is the rear tires are a bit worn. Maybe 10 to 20 % left. It runs and operates nicely. I don't follow the tractor market close enough to know values very well.
So any insight as to what to check would be greatly appreciated. I'd like to thank anyone who replies ahead of time.
Thanks and best regards to everyone.
Howard
Dundee, NY
I'd also like opinions on value of the 1020 to the 1800. I bought the 1020 as a basket case and have gone through the motor, the reverser, clutch, radiator and a few other items. The only real draw back it has is the rear tires are a bit worn. Maybe 10 to 20 % left. It runs and operates nicely. I don't follow the tractor market close enough to know values very well.
So any insight as to what to check would be greatly appreciated. I'd like to thank anyone who replies ahead of time.
Thanks and best regards to everyone.
Howard
Dundee, NY