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John Deere 40-S 1953

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Dave

10-09-2002 04:51:48




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I'm looking to bye a JD 40S what should i look
for what are there weak points they are asking
$2900 for it.Thanks




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Clooney

10-09-2002 09:04:22




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 Re: John Deere 40-S 1953 in reply to Dave, 10-09-2002 04:51:48  
Dave, look for cracks in the block behind the carb, look for any welds on the front axle or other castings including the rear reduction units, look for abnormal noises in the trans [some noise is normal], look for excess play in the steering [I wouldn't let that stop you from buying it but it is a good price lowering point], look at the rear wavy wheels & rims [those 24 inchers are getting hard to find & expensive [again, I wouldn't let that stop you from buying it but it is a good price lowering point], look for smoke from the breather after it warms up & is put under a load [will probably need engine work if a lot of smoke present], look for all the 3-point to be there [those parts aren't cheap], look for a good operating clutch [that isn't an easy repair].
~Most of the above wouldn't stop me from buying it but some would lower the offering price somewhat. A cracked block would be a walk away for me though.
~I don't comment on tractor prices so you will have to find someone that will..

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stacey

10-09-2002 08:14:42




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 Re: John Deere 40-S 1953 in reply to Dave, 10-09-2002 04:51:48  
Dave, I bought a 40 S this past spring. While it was VERY greasy and dirty, sheet metal was all straight, tires fair, had complete drawbar and 3PT hookups with toplink,missing one battery cover. Came with 1BTM plow, #5 sickle bar mower, and junk 8' disc. Bought everything for $2250.00 and I was tickled shiftless. My .02



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