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Halbert
12-27-2000 21:43:20
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Re: More help on disc harrows- which brand, new or used? in reply to Buz Brandes, 12-27-2000 16:42:30
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Obviously used will be much cheaper than new and a disc isn't that complicated, you can pretty much see what you are getting. Watch out for cracked, bent or welded frames, loose wobbly bearings, any cracks in castings, spools etc. If parts are worn it can add up fast; blades will be $10-15 for small disk. Be very careful if it is an older disk with cast iron "white metal" bearings. These work ok but if they are worn they may be impossible to replace or VERY expensive. It sounds from what you are looking at that you have settled on a 3-pt disc. Some will say 3-pt is too light, but if you get a good one it will be heavy enough for a 35. If used, look for name brand like MF or Ford, these have some flex and float built in and follow the ground better than a rigid frame. If new, Monroe Tuffline, Landpride, Taylor-Way. They all make light and heavy versions; get the heaviest one they make in your size (6-7') with ball bearings. Use cutaway disc on front, smooth on rear. Get the narrow blade spacings if an option, it will give a smoother finish. Think if you need scrapers. By the way, what price were you quoted for a Landpride? They have only been making discs for 2-3 years, but they seem well made and strong enough. Good luck.
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