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I need to up grade my rear tine garden tiller.

I have seen a number of used rear tine tillers for sale that have tines that rotate both ways.

Do not understand this, my old rear tine tiller tines just turn one way and the tiller has worked good for years. But its like me almost worn out.

My neighbor bought one of these new fangle tillers (tines rotate both ways) and he said it was in the shop more than in the garden.

Do any of you guys have experience with the new type tillers, are they any good or should I just wait until i fine one of the older models that the tines only go in one direction.

Thanks for your replys,
 
Just get a BCS and be happy.

Counter rotating tines are nice in theory, but in practice leave something to be desired.
 
if you have an old Troybilt, parts are available to rebuild it

the chaindrive tillers you see at Sears or big box stores are fine in loose sand with no rocks as long as you don't use them much

BCS is terrific machine, Baretto is also, price will stun you but you get what you pay for

IMHO
 
It all depends upon how serious your gardening efforts are, but I agree, BCS tractor with the rototiller attachment is the best I've found.

Used a Troy-bilt for a neighbor lady and then used my BCS and learned that there is little comparison other than they both have rear tines. I had always figured Troy-bilt was excellent until using one.

If you can't justify the expense of a BCS then a Troy-bilt is probably next best.

BCS, all gear no belts. True clutch (cone). Choice of engines. Other attachments available for the tractor, even a round baler.
BCS tractor and other
 
I've got a Sears rear tine tiller I bought 6-7 years ago and that thing will dig through solid clay - and I've got tons of rocks. What I don't like is it tends to roll the ground (and trash) ahead of it. They're like most stuff - some models are better than others and the difference can both be on the same show room floor at the same time.
 
I have an Aerins - tines reverse by a second gear driven pulley, right on the engine. That means there is a gearbox built in the crankcase. Works fine. However, when I need a new engine, I"m in trouble - don"t make them anymore, and my dealer says that the repair parts are few and far between. I could replace with conventional engine and go without reverse, but it is awfully handy for backing tiller up, and reversing tines to get trapped stones out.
 
I still like the Troy Bilts. I have an old one without any safety switches I bought for $100.00.
I replaced the tines and tine seals along with a new 10hp engine. I painted it too. I used my garden tractor for plowing the garden. I've had about 30 of these Troy Bilts over the years. I would buy them and repair them then resell them. Most had those safety switches and if they're left out in the weather the engine won't start. Hal
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no bells and whistles or balers but my 5 year old poulan pro tiller still dos the job and beats HE!! out of a hoe anyday...paid $699. on sale at Western Auto.
 
I've got an old John Deere 820A, its probably 25 years old now. The tines do reverse for deep tillage, but they almost never get reversed because we never remember we can LOL. Its only required regular maintenance, and the tine drive gear box was rebuilt a couple years ago. All parts are still available through Deere, but I don't know if they still build the 820R (newer version of 820A). I really like mine, but it will take you across the yard when it hits a big rock or real hard spot and the tines aren't running in reverse. And the best part: It was built in the USA!!!!
 
Yes BCS or Grillo. Both very similar, shaft driven no belts or chains but by definition both pricy, but you get what you pay for.
Grillo
 
The company I posted the link to does in fact sell both.

I have spoken with Joel on the phone and drew the conclusion that he is a fine man. I don't think he also carry the Grillo if he didn't think them a fine machine.
 
If you are close to SEIA, I'd be interested in your old one. Don't have a real big garden and if it'd have a couple more years in it, it'd work for me.
AaronSEIA
 
Sam,
There is one of those for sale close to me (100) miles, they are asking $475

John Deere Rear Tine Tiller 820A - $475 (Oakland City)

I was concerned about it as i had never seen one before and if the gear box when out as mine did last year, where and how much was it going to cost to fix it.

Got mine fixed but now after the fix the gears are making a popping sound sometimes, so i know its time is limited.

That old, do you think the JD 820A would be worth that much????????????
 
Thanks to all of you for your walk behind rear tine tiller responses.

I will continue to look for a used one, does seam like there have been more of them advertised lately, guess as spring is getting here is a good time to sell one, maybe not a great time to buy.

Am sure I will fine one and if it has the tines that go both ways I will not worry about that as long as it operates fine in all gears.

Thanks again and good gardening this year.
 
We have a 1977 troybuilt. Nothing fancy still have the original sale receipt. Just rebuilt the rear end last year. Does about an 80x80 garden every year. Wouldnt have anything other than a troybuilt.
 
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