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Rick--- My favorite? The �70�, closely follow by any early numbered tractor and then by any other 2 cyl. JD. But that�s one man�s subjective choice. There are a great many folks like yourself who just want �a John Deere� to fix up, putz around the yard and maybe do a parade or show now and then. Among these enthusiasts the smaller models are very popular for good reason. Initial cost and cost of repairs and replacement parts is often less. It�s easier to work on them (consider the weight of a �B� head vs that of an 830!). It takes much less equipment and experience to transport an �H� fifty miles to a show and back then than, say, a 70. Available space for shelter might get into the decision. Please don�t let an old Deere set out! Some will point out that it takes as much to go through a run of the mill �B� as it does a comparable, but rarer model such as a �BWH�. Their point being once the tractor is bought there is more �return on capitol� in the more valuable finished product. For my money this almost never happens. If your reason for doing this is to make money you�re in the wrong hobby. The last consideration is the most important. What do YOU like? What is YOUR favorite? Was there a JD in your family when you were growing up? Did you always admire the neighbor�s �R� when he plowed next door? When you were small did old Uncle Harry let you come along on his 620 while he worked his field. Did you learn to drive on a �60�? Sentiment is a very large factor in buying that first tractor for a hobby. Don�t be afraid to be sentimental here. It�s allowed. And when you finally pick one out and get it the way you want it always be ready to notice and join in the other guy�s pride in his choice of tractors. Maybe you don�t particularly understand why he�d want a Dubuque tractor or diesels aren�t your cup of tea. But if you watch and listen to him tell of his pride and joy I promise, at some point, you�ll hear yourself. I swear, I get as much joy listening to the other guy�s tales of his project as thinking about my own. It�s then that we become one big brotherhood. Good luck in whatever you choose. Let us know so we can join in too. Sorry for the long post. They�ve become a habit. Putt Putt
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