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Small Square Baler

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Teebogr81

11-01-2007 12:43:02




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I'm beginning to look for a USED small square baler for 8 acres of alfalfa next summer. I don't mind an older baler or a little work to get it into running order. Anyone have any input on what to stay away from or look out for? I'd prefer twine tie.

Thanks....




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LarryT

11-04-2007 08:02:28




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
I have a massey 126 wire baler that hasnt missed a lick in over 10,000 bales and 5 years. The only problem I have ever had was my fault for crowding it too much or getting an occasional mis-tie due to too small a windrow. Otherwise all I do is keep it lubricated, clean, and adjusted. The knives are easy to get to to sharpen. You can do it without even removing them. I use a sharp file a smooth stone to finish them.

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JerryCCP(WA)

11-04-2007 06:14:49




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
If you find any of the small Massey Fergusons, they seem to work out well. Models 3, 9, 10, and 12 all came with or without a Wisconsin engine. I've had them all, and if you find one that isn't too worn out, you'll like it.



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haymaster

11-03-2007 06:40:37




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
On an older machine always check for structural weakness from fatigue or corrosion. Look for welding in key areas, like the bale chamber and look from underneath. The metal in the chamber tends to wear thin, causing weakness. When you finally make your purchase, always change the gearcase oil and check all the grease zerks to make sure they are working. Parts availability should be one of your major concerns in determining what will work for you. Brand loyalty should not be much of a factor.

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BC in TN

11-02-2007 18:12:33




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
I've been an active reader of this forum for several years now. John Deere or New Holland are the balers of choice. I have a NH 68 that my grandfather bought used just after WWII. My son & I just about completely rebuilt it last year. Almost all parts are still available through New Holland. It bales well.



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Dachshund

11-02-2007 17:33:02




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
The NH 273 is an excellent baler. Take a look at a JD 14T.
Stay away from the IH 45 and 46 models (especially the 45).



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Tom in TN

11-01-2007 17:13:23




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
T,

I have a New Holland 273 small square baler. It is old, reliable, and has good parts support from the Ford/NH dealer. I bought it with a group of other equipment so I don't really know how much I paid for it specifically. Typically, they sell for around $1000.00 around here.

Good luck.

Tom in TN



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JM in Merit

11-01-2007 15:06:53




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 Re: Small Square Baler in reply to Teebogr81, 11-01-2007 12:43:02  
Picked a used JD 346 (wire) couple years ago, has been a good baler. Usually on miss one bale in about 500, and that probably the operators fault LOL Got mine pretty cheap got it for $1000, it was rough looking but baled good, first winter I had it I repainted it, looks pretty good now
Not sure about the twine version of that baler.



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