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What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride???

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Bama Binder

09-19-2001 10:19:12

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I am putting on a hayride for my daughters school fall festival in October. I think that justifies a new tractor. There are several I have to choose from at a nearby dealer. They are a late styled B, an M and a 40T. Based on the fact that I don't have much space to store a tractor, the M is the best choice. The 40T and the B would have to be hauled 120 miles to the farm. The B is obviously the cheapest, followed by the 40T and then the M.

What to do?? I want it to be a good time for the kids (grades K through 5). Even though the kids would be in a wagon, the B may seem too intimidating. The 40T is a rowcrop too which kids would most likely see as "unusual" in a day where rowcrops are not built. The M fits in my garage, but it is a bit lackluster in styling (my opinion). All are in good condition and would serve well.

Anybody got experience at this and or suggestions??

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johnny t

10-21-2005 17:19:41

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

hi guys, my wife, being the smart person she is, suggested that you get one with wheels. lights would be nice. actually find a big farm to ride on and most of them will have some place you can all meet and have your cook out or what ever. at the least, most of them will let you ride around on their farm roads and it will be safer. second best option have someone follow not to closely with hazzard lights on. if you use some guys place clean up the next day because you may want to use it again sometime. my grand kids loved their ride behind my b.

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Bama Binder

09-20-2001 05:08:09

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

OK...Looks pretty much like everyone likes the Bs or bigger. I'll go talk to the nice gentleman who owns it. He is asking $800...hows the price? Fair rubber and paint, Straight sheet metal, fair tires. Needs tune up, probably a carb re-build.

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gary

09-26-2001 06:44:00

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Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-20-2001 05:08:09

BB,

Hankster is right, the older tractors seem a little more unique than the newer models, but I would like to add my 2 Cents. I have a '41 and an '48 B and if you plan on using this tractor for anything other than parades, (i.e. to do some practical work with it) I would definetly go with the Cyclone (newer) models. There are quite a few improvements that made them a lot more pleasant to operate.
I don't think your average guy watching the parade would even know the difference between one model and the other, although certainly most show people would.
Just something else to think about.
gary

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Hankster

09-20-2001 08:33:19

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Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-20-2001 05:08:09

I'm glad you decided on a B. We would all like to have a G, but they're so big to store and heavy to transport - especially trying to pull one up your steep driveway. If you're going to get a B, why not use the same money and get one that's a little older, 1939-1946 with the cast iron frame. The later B's like the one you're considering have the enclosed flywheel, electric start, and padded seat making it look more modern. Getting an older one with pan seat, hand start, and cast iron frame adds interest and is something you don't see every day. As with anything else, the more money you spend - the better tractor you'll get. If you want to keep it and use it for awhile, I'd suggest spending more than $800, unless you just enjoy working on them. Remember, even the newest B - a 1952 model, is 49 years old this year and is probably worn out from one end to the other. "Fair" condition and $800 just about guarantees it.

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gary

09-20-2001 04:58:06

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

B.B.
I am partial to Bs, they are just the right size and are relatively easy to work on. (I have two of them and can fit them AND my car in the garage!) But any tractor is the right tractor as long as it is green and yellow!
Whatever you decide, it will be fun.
gary

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09-19-2001 20:42:06

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

Hey Bama, I've nothing agains't any of your choices. In fact I have three B's and like running them. Don't know what other tractors you have available to you, but my choice, hands down, would be a "G", of any vintage. A good running G with the proper muffler, and in good condition is in a class of its own. It also has enough weight to be in control of what ever you haul, or as many as you want to haul! If you need to make a trip to the farm, why not do it in class? Who knows, you might want to drive it there!!!

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Dick (IL)

09-21-2001 05:00:42

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Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to DP, 09-19-2001 20:42:06

I have to agree with you. I had my G out last Sat. night on our annual family hay ride. I can thing of nothing that sounds better than a G in 6th gear negotiating a hill on a still night. She really barks! And every resident for a mile around heard it as well. Love 'em!

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BOB IN PANAMA CITY

09-19-2001 14:21:48

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

THE LAST BOB IS RIGHT. JUST BE SURE THAT YOUR CARGO IS SAFE AND WHAT EVER TRACTOR YOU CHOOSE. ENJOY THE HECK OUT OF IT. HAVE A GOOD TIME.

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Richard

09-19-2001 14:05:10

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

I use a MT, which is has worked for me just fine. The only thing that I haven't seen mentioned are the brakes. I have overhauled the brakes on my MT. Realizing a hay ride is a precious cargo. Also I chose a route around a very steep hill. Which ever tractor you choose, ensure the brakes, and lights are working properly.

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09-19-2001 14:03:37

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

I have pulled 1 hayride with my 40t. It was fun.
So i probably like everyone else, sort of partial.
Wouldn't swap my 40t for a B. Though I like them all. It does need the front weight for steep pulling. But won't rear up unless the hill is probably too steep to be pulling ride on anyway. For safety reasons have them walk up major steep hills.

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Stan - Florida

09-19-2001 12:44:07

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

Don't go halfway on this project - you need a tractor that is experienced in the hayride business (like my '41 B which has done a half-dozen hayrides).

Stan

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Mark-Florida

09-19-2001 16:43:08

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Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Stan - Florida, 09-19-2001 12:44:07

I agree with Stan .I also have a 41 B. It does the job well and people love it

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Hankster

09-19-2001 12:15:01

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

Go for the B all the way. The kids will love the bigger tractor with the big belt pulley, hand clutch, and the true two-cylinder sounds. The M and 40 look alot like todays tractors and won't attract as much attention as the B.

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Joel Williams

09-19-2001 11:47:30

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

Don't mess with that little stuff, go all the way. Find you a good looking R like mine for parades and stuff. It is really cool. You can look at mine by searching this site under Joel Williams. Of course, that would probably justify a new truck and then a new trailer to pull the tractor on but it's worth it.

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Bob

09-19-2001 11:40:11

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Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 10:19:12

Any would work, but why would the M fit and not the 40T, into the garage? I have a 40T and have pulled wagons etc, The sound is a little different out of the M or 40, I enjoy that and most of my neighbors know who is coming just by the sound. Good luck and have fun.

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Bama Binder

09-19-2001 12:59:35

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Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bob, 09-19-2001 11:40:11

I forgot to mention how steep my driveway is. I have taken a Farmall Cub up it, but it has a low center of gravity. The idea of taking a relatively top heavy tractor that is light in the front makes me squeemish. The B idea is nice, but my 1/2 ton pick-up will struggle pulling it.

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Bozo

09-19-2001 16:25:52

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Re: Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 12:59:35

I would go with the B on anything steep! With the B's wheels out wide and the Cub wheels narrow which is the common arrangment for these tractors, I am pretty sure the advantage would be with the B JD. Now on something really steep the advantge might be with a B Farmall as long as the operator is on the uphill side.

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Leroy

09-19-2001 18:41:24

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Re: Re: Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bozo, 09-19-2001 16:25:52

Go with the B. I've pulled a 1950 B on a 16 foot trailer with a 1950 half ton Chevy P/u with no problem.

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John

09-19-2001 13:15:33

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Re: Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 12:59:35

I have a 49 B and have used it for many hayrides over the years. I like setting up high so I can see cars and any thing going on on the wagon or on the road. Also make sure if you go on the highway to have a strob light or person with a flashlight on back. I also carry a flashlight to warn on coming traffic even on the back roads. I usually go at night with a campfire upon return. It's been fun for the 50 or so people in an evening, so I make two three trips.

I also have a half ton pickup, but it's no problem.

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Bob

09-19-2001 13:11:30

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Re: Re: Re: What Johnny Popper to buy for hayride??? in reply to Bama Binder, 09-19-2001 12:59:35

Dont matter which you use, (short of the R that was recommended), Think about adding weight to the front and if there are corners on the hill, consider a wide front for saftey. Kids are precious cargo.

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