LarryMaine
Member
Well, I bought the 1954 TO30 today. Asking price was $2000, I got it for $1800. Came with Brush Hog, Blade, FEL with bucket, tire chains and manuals. Don't tell anyone on the Ford Forums, they may not let me back on after this buy. Tractor runs and sounds fine, hydraulics work fine lifting the brush hog, and it stays in up position. On start up, just a minor puff of smoke, but exhaust is clean when running. No oil in water, no water in oil or hyd fluid. Wheel bearings seem fine, and steering is nice and tight, almost like new. Rear fender skins rusted out need replacement, and hood and dog legs need some attention. Also needs a replacment front grill. When I add up the value of the implements, all of which I actually needed, I think I paid $100 for the tractor. Not going to use the FEL, it is way too big and heavy for the Ferg, but the bucket is perfect for my Ford 850 for snow removal, and the blade is a nice one that pivots and reverses. Will get it towed to my house next week, so will have some questions after that. Regards to all who suggested I go ahead and buy it.