I've read alot of cons and some pros on the 1010. Sounds to me like a throw of the dice on these units with the cylinder plate arrangement. I have a chance to buy one (not currently running) with some good quality implements. I would insist of course on getting it running and checking all the operational characteristics before purchasing, especially the engine problems I've read so much about. The tractor is clean, nice tin, 40% rubber, 1400 hours, single owner, trans shift, gas, under tarp roof most of its life. Bushog, plow,harrow, rake. Questions: What would be a reasonable price to pay? How much would it cost to replace the engine with the better combine unit if needed?
(I would use this figure to knock the price down.) I see alot of model #rs stated and am confused about wich models have this poor engine design. Is it only the 1010 & 1020 that have the cylinder plate design? What wuold be a better series 4 cylinder model tractor to look for? I'm in the $3-$5,000 and need implements. I mainly need it to bushog 10 acres, pop fence posts, plow small gardens and haul. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you,
Scott
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