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Let's talk 550s

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Rodney

10-15-2004 16:54:52

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I need some input on the reliable old 550s for a magazine article I'm working on. I have one and think it's the best little utility tractor ever built, but I need some other guys to round out the story.

Drop me a line.

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Rodney

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Eric Miller

10-17-2004 18:59:39

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to Rodney, 10-15-2004 16:54:52

I have 2 550's. An older gas model and a newer diesel. They both run GREAT! I use them to mow, bale and rake. All around chores on the farm. I really can't begin to tell you how reliable they have been for me. The diesel starts every time even in the middle of winter with NO ether. I can send pictures if you like. Just let me know

Eric Miller

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Rodney

10-18-2004 06:01:35

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to Eric Miller, 10-17-2004 18:59:39

Thanks for your interest in my project. PLease email me at this address: [email protected].
This thing won't let me email you directly.

Thanks,

Rodney L. Sherman

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ShepFL

10-16-2004 08:18:26

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to Rodney, 10-15-2004 16:54:52

Rodney -
I would be happy to help out. Understand I am not a 550 guru but I do know a fair amount. Check the ARTICLES section as I submitted a subjective view of the 550,others added comments to round it out. May be something to use as "boiler-plate".

The 550 is my favorite rig as it was my first rig. You can also email if I can assist - delete word (remove).

Would like to get a copy of the article when published or direct me to what magazine it is in.

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MCL

10-16-2004 07:13:47

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to Rodney, 10-15-2004 16:54:52

Dad has a later model 550. I can't remember the year offhand. It is a sweet little tractor. My grandfather bought a Super 55 (the forerunner to the 550) new in 1957 I think. I remeber red paint coming through the white on the wheels. They put a big heavy Freeman loader on it sometime. In the early 80's the Super 55 was traded for the 550 we have now. The big loader went on it. More loader than tractor. The loader is gone now but still have the tractor. It mainly just mows roadsides, plows snow, and goes to an occasional show now.

The Super 55 and later the 550 was Oliver's answer to the Fords of the time. The 55 and 550 were more powerful, had better hyraulics, and had an independent pto. Apparently they were successful because Oliver sold LOTS of them.

Would be happy to help with your story. Dad's 550 has been repainted but it is no 4-figure paint job. It also gets used. Let me know. You can reply by email.

Matt

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Rodney

10-17-2004 12:49:15

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to MCL, 10-16-2004 07:13:47

I can't get the system to allow me to email you. Please drop me an address at [email protected]

Thanks

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earlschieb

10-16-2004 04:39:17

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Re: Let's talk 550s in reply to Rodney, 10-15-2004 16:54:52

I am kind of interested in this thread also, here is one that is going to sell at auction a few miles from me, and looks like it should be a good one, easy restoraton.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2004 - 10:00 a.m

Located 5 miles north of Bainbridge, Ohio; 8 miles southeast of Greenfield, Ohio at 9086 SR 41, Bainbridge, Ohio. Watch for signs.

Oliver 550 w/Oliver 59A loader, 100 hrs. since total OH. Nice Tractor!!!

Auction link here

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