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Advice on buying Ford 3000

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Chuck

12-06-2003 07:11:32




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Thanks to those who responded to my earlier Ford 3000 question. I have located a beautiful 3000 gas with 3600 original hours, cab, dozer blade, turf tires, chains, etc. I spoke to the orig. owner who bought it new and maintained it well. I had a dynamometer test done that came in at 32 HP (38 new). Also did a compression test which showed 85 lbs. (115 lbs new) that was even across all 3 cyl.; no change when oil was added. Are the readings too low to consider buying this tractor? I would use it as a utility tractor--no heavy work like plowing, etc. Price is $6000, premium price I know, but the tractor looks like new with good rubber and history. I'd appreciate hearing reactions concerning the engine condition and price. Thanks for your help.
Chuck

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rem

12-07-2003 13:09:10




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 Re: Advice on buying Ford 3000 in reply to Chuck, 12-06-2003 07:11:32  
I'd not be affaid of it. The 3000 is an excellent tractor. BUY IT !!!!
Good Luck, and Go Blue!!!



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ErnieD

12-06-2003 11:04:04




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 Re: Advice on buying Ford 3000 in reply to Chuck, 12-06-2003 07:11:32  
What year is the tractor? I think '67 they upped the hp. We have a '66, used it for chasing wagon's down the road, fast in high gear, but down shift quite a bit on the hills. That engine does not have sleeves, will need a rebore if the cyliners are egged. How much are you planning on using it? Some lawn mowing and snow plowing, it will last a long time. It will start hard at 70 psi. You will need chains w/turf tires to plow snow.

Easy enough to pull the head and do a valve job, unlike the 800 series.

If you REALLY like the tractor, agree on two prices, higher and lower. Split the cost of the valve job and pay the higher if the engine brightens up. Pay the lower if still the same.

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Bman

12-06-2003 09:44:11




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 Re: Advice on buying Ford 3000 in reply to Chuck, 12-06-2003 07:11:32  
Sounds too high to me. Horsepower down too much from new. Same with compression.



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RJ-AZ

12-06-2003 08:57:12




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 Re: Advice on buying Ford 3000 in reply to Chuck, 12-06-2003 07:11:32  
The price is a little steep, but if it dynos out that well and the compression check more or less shows valve problems see if you can get the price down to at least $5000 or maybe $4500. How does it start up cold and when hot? I assume this is a gas tractor.



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