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Lonewolf

03-30-2003 06:19:58

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Going to look at 9n this week. What to look for ?
Problem areas ? Guy asking $1650 - says in fair to good condition -fair price ? What does 9n weigh so I know if my trailer can handle the job ?
Want to use for nice size garden and the walk behind tiller an myself are getting tired of each other (if u know what i mean). THANKS FOR ANY HELP AND/OR SUGGESTIONS.

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Dave in Mo

03-31-2003 04:46:13

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

An "N" tractor with a plow and disc will be more than adequate for soil prep for a garden. No need for a tiller. For a small plot, I wouldn't hesitate to buy a plow and disc from a farm and home store. They'll be new and won't require any work to fix up. When something does break, you can still get parts.

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Ole Henry - (Va)

03-30-2003 18:12:27

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

As much as it pains me to say this, and even-though I have a 51 8N that I love dearly, the sad thing is N's were built for ground breaking and preparation, but are not the best for cultivating purposes once the crops are full grown due to the low ground clearance. Also, the cultivator is rear-mounted which is not the easiest to learn how to operate without plowing up the beans.

Other brands offer tractors with off-set rear axles that raise the tractor higher off the ground, and also these offer cultivators that are mounted between the front and rear wheels giving much better view and control of the cultivators.

Before you buy, you might want to check into the various tractors available, and what they offer for your needs.

Sorry to have to say this, but hope it helps

Still love the N's,

John A.

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BigDawg

03-30-2003 16:01:00

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

You're smart to visit this site before you buy. I bought my first tractor and then found this site.

I was lucky because my cluth and engine are good. I have other problems though. Some I have fixed and some I plan to live with.

I would look for smoking and check the clutch under load. Does it chatter or slip? In addition, it would be ideal if you could do a compression check. This will tell you a lot. If the person doesn't want to let you do a compression check, ask why? Especially if it is advertized as rebuilt.

I paid $2200 for mine but it has a loader. I noticed a bunch of stuff when I got home. Steering was kinda loose, welded in spots, etc.

Take your time and don't be afraid to walk away. Plenty of other deals out there.

Doug
Wisconsin

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Doug2N/8N

03-30-2003 11:50:43

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

I just bought what I was told was a 9N. After getting it home and done some research, It is a 2N with an 8N motor. Look underneath the transmission and see if there is oil around the small drain hole behind the large drain plug. If so you have a seal leaking which is probably going to affect the clutch, like mine. Also check the air filter oil bowl to see if it has been serviced regulary. I had to replace my complete air cleaner. I gave $1650 for mine and have put another $200 in it.

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Rusty

03-30-2003 08:39:21

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

2,340lb

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topic for a book==bj/8n/mt

03-30-2003 08:14:50

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Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to Lonewolf, 03-30-2003 06:19:58

Below is a link to Smith's most excellent web site where under frequently asked questions you will find a couple of thousand well chosen words on what to look for in buying an 8n. Same principles apply to 9ns. Two problemn areas are steering-check for excessive play; and rear axle hubs and seals--check for welding and play on axle.

Price wise that is in the ball park by Montana standards. There is a 9n for sale here at a dealer asking 1950 which has been there a while.

2500 pounds with no implements and no weights or liquid in tires.

Finally, although n series are great little tractors they have their limitations. One of those is that they have no gear to run slow enough to do a real job with a tiller. You can physically hook up a tiller and make it go round and round but if you are looking to till four to six inches deep in one pass that ain't gonna happen unless you are willing to ride the clutch to death.

Did I cover it all?

Your mileage may vary

smith's page

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rob-8N

03-30-2003 11:21:43

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Re: Re: 1st Time Buyer in reply to topic for a book==bj/8n/mt, 03-30-2003 08:14:50

I just bought an 8N last week. The one thing I have noticed since I got it home was that the steering isn't great on it. If you jiggle the steering wheel back and forth on mine, only one wheel reacts. The other wheel catches up once you put some muscle in it. Looking at the arms coming right out of the steering box, the slow side doesn't react. This I assume will need rebuilt eventually. I didn't pay much attention to the rear tires other than to notice the tread was thick. When I got it home and parked it just right I saw a 1" cut in the tire that looks like it's all the way down to the tube. I could have used that to knock some $$ off the price. The guy delivered mine for me on a 16' trailor. I also bought a rear scoop, 4' bush hog and a sickle mower. all that fit well on the trailor. I also found the smith web page a huge help. I wish that I would have printed it out and took it with me.

good luck,
rob

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