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TO-35 compared to 8N??

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TG

09-17-1999 21:31:12




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Can anyone give a good comparison between the two - features & value??




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TG - Now what's one worth?? Jim I need to know!!

09-24-1999 20:08:04




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 Re: TO-35 compared to 8N?? in reply to TG, 09-17-1999 21:31:12  
This one hasn't been refurbed at all & the hydraulics are pretty slushy. What's a hydraulic rebuild gonna cost.



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Tim (Utah)

09-22-1999 15:08:26




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 Re: TO-35 compared to 8N?? in reply to TG, 09-17-1999 21:31:12  
Well, I have both and I'm glad I have both.

My 8N is my "everyday" tractor. Light weight, easy starter, easy to move around.

My MF TO-35 is my "big" tractor. The 10 or so extra HP does make a different when you need it (such as baling, etc...) The live power on the PTO (and hydraulics) is nice as well.

Now, my TO-35 is a diesel - and a Standard Motors (not Perkins) at that. So, my TO-35 is a HARD STARTER. Even when it's 90 degrees out, you need starting fluid. If I ever rebuilt the engine, I'm sure it would start better.

If I were going to have only one tractor and didn't have a bit need for live power, I'd go with the 8N - lots were made and you can get parts just about anywhere.

Tim

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Robert

09-18-1999 13:33:31




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 Re: TO-35 compared to 8N?? in reply to TG, 09-17-1999 21:31:12  
I learned to drive at 10 on a TO35 that we still have.Several neighbuors have 8N and 9N tractors.The 35 is heavier and has more gears than a Ford.The Massey also has a more powerful hydraulic pump and some improvement in the control valves.The 8N reverse is equal to third gear forward and can be too fast.The 9N reverse is equal to first.The 35 has a two speed axle giving a reverse gear for backing across the yard to change implements and one to back a wagon into the shed.From a power standpoint the 35 handles 3 bottoms against the Fords 2 plow rating.Most 35s have 2 stage clutches giving the advantage of continuos(live)PTO. It all comes down to what you need and what you are willing to pay for.You have not asked but the better choice over a Ford without spending the money required to go to the TO35 is the Ferguson TO 20 or TO30. As far as what is the best you can look at how old the technology is for each tractor.The 9N came out in 1939 and the 8N is just an improvement on it.Harry Ferguson looked at what was good about the 9N andwhat needed improving when he designed his TO20.The 35 goes another step beyond either one. Another difference I just thought of:The Fords are flathead engined while the Fergusons use valve-in-head engines.When they get a bit of wear on them the Fords have a reputation ,around here,of being harder to start in cold weather.Most seem to blame the flathead engine.

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10-04-1999 14:08:09




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 Re: Re: TO-35 compared to 8N?? in reply to Robert, 09-18-1999 13:33:31  
...the nifty flip-forward hood. Them Fords ain't got that!



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Evan MacDonald

09-22-1999 18:11:40




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 Re: Re: TO-35 compared to 8N?? in reply to Robert, 09-18-1999 13:33:31  
It isn't a two speed rear end, it is a planetary gear reduction box(low range is reduction, and high is straight through.)
Another bonus is the double clutch(if it has it) wich allows for live pto and hyds, the pto also doesn't have to be in gear to run the hyd. pump, it runs all the time its clutch is engaged.
Evan MacDonald



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