Looked at a JD 40 tractor yesterday. Now have a question two

Dave Westlund · Sep 15, 2018

I looked at a Tricycle JD 40 yesterday and I really wanted to take it home but...

Ran fine 10 years ago and neglect took it's toll. Sitting outdoors the engine is stuck now and last run 10 years ago. No visible water in the radiator. When I cracked open the oil plug antifreeze was the first thing to come out. Everything else looked decent for the age. I know next to nothing on these two cylinder JD's. Guy is asking $950 prior to him seeing the antifreeze issue.

Any ideas on what is the most common issue on these engines? And are there any engines to be found at a reasonable price if need be?

I thought this could be a good tractor for my grandson and I to work on together and not stick a lot of money in the tractor.

I appreciate your knowledge here from the guys that have had experience with these tractors.

Much appreciated.

Dave

lfnel · Sep 15, 2018

Keep looking 'till you find one without the obvious issues seen om this one. Don't fall in love too quickly. Unless it's one that's already fully restored, there'll be plenty of hidden issues on all of them to keep him entertained and pockets empty. Find one that runs well, on which everything works and you'll save lots of $ in the long run. Especially for a grandson, a wide front axle on the tractor would be a good idea - a safety thing.

Mark-Ia · Sep 15, 2018

The M and 40 series had a habit of cracking the heads. New heads are available.

neverfear · Sep 15, 2018

I seen that one too. Looked like a nice little tractor but figured a running and driving one could be bought for not much more.

4020 electrician · Sep 15, 2018

It?s not worth much. Cracked head. Is the rear end
crack also from water or condensation? I?d offer
scrap price for it.

Dave H · Sep 15, 2018

Scrap iron IMHO.

JD Seller · Sep 15, 2018

Good running JD 40s can be bought now for the $2000-2500 range. So the one your looking at is just a parts tractor for someone now. Might be worth $500 if the sheet metal is good. Engine is junk. Either the head or block cracked from freezing. I would bet that the rear end has water in it too form setting. The where bad about it getting in around the gear shift.

Dave Westlund · Sep 15, 2018

It is a cute little tractor. But the common sense on YT has spoken. I'm going to pass on it.

To all. I truly appreciate your comments.

Dave

James Howell · Sep 15, 2018

"[b:654c4848f0][i:654c4848f0]I'm going to pass on it.[/i:654c4848f0][/b:654c4848f0]"

Agree.

Find an "[i:654c4848f0]ugly[/i:654c4848f0]" one that runs good and "[i:654c4848f0]spruce it up[/i:654c4848f0]".

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machineryman1945 · Sep 15, 2018

That is a salvage tractor and the narrow front end not the best choice for newbee…..

TDJD · Sep 15, 2018

Where are you at? That would be a deal here.

Dave Westlund · Sep 15, 2018

East Central Minnesota

504 · Sep 15, 2018

There is one down the street that has been used as a kids toy at the corn maze. It looks good, but I never asked a price( mine are all RED)

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