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Which working Tractor to look for?

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Kerry Brunner

12-20-2003 18:47:22

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While I'm going to get the Oliver HG going again, I would like some suggestions as to which vintage tractor might meet some of my needs? The use for it would be brushmowing, scraping & snow plowing, discing trails and small 1 -2 acre fields and food plots. I know that I don't need a large machine, actually a small one would be the best for my needs. I'm more concerned about mechanical reliability and ease of maintenance and use that collectability and appearance. And of course ... it has to be "reasonably priced" :) Suggestions please???

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Bill

12-21-2003 09:57:17

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

I think you would be happy with a Massey Ferguson 35 or 135. They are lower in price in my neck of the woods than a Ford 3000/2000. These tractors are very easy to work on, lots of internet help and parts everywhere! They are small, but have a lot of power. Price I see is between $3K & 5K.

If you like a bit more of an older/rounded look, the MF50 is a good machine. It is the same hp as the 35 & 135 and is taller and somewhat longer and will sell for some less than the others - but is a great tractor too.

Good luck,
Bill

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Kerry Brunner

12-21-2003 10:01:34

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Bill, 12-21-2003 09:57:17

What about the Massey Ferguson 30? There's one on ebay right now that looks visibily clean and is described as mechanically very good.

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Bill

12-21-2003 10:23:34

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Re: Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-21-2003 10:01:34

The 30 is a fine tractor, but it lacks some features you might want (some of the 35's do too - I'm not sure about the 135 and 50's). The 30 does not have live PTO, which means when you push the clutch halfway down, it stops your ground speed, but not the PTO. Push all the way down and PTO and ground speed stop. Very desirable for bush hogging and baling. The 30 also does not have position control, only draft. Position allows you to set the height of the brush hog above ground.

Bill

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ShepFL

12-21-2003 09:46:07

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

Kerry -
I bleed the RIGHT GREEN! Seriously though, ditto to what both Indy and Hayman said - that MF is one handy rig. When I would doing research for a utility tractor I had narrowed my search down to either the MF 135 or an Oliver 550.

If you are considering other options I would suggest Oliver 550 Dsl. Check out the link below for more information. I know of one that is in PA in EXCELLENT SHAPE for sale right now. Drop me a line if interested.

My suggestion/biggest consideration would be to make sure of adequate parts availability. Find something that is common in your area. I would not get rid of my Oliver for most anything, HOWEVER, I have to get most parts from out of state. This was a pain in the beginning but now I have most of the major parts I was seeking.

Oliver Article

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Kerry Brunner

12-21-2003 09:51:07

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to ShepFL, 12-21-2003 09:46:07

Thanks, Shep ... what are they asking for it?

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ShepFL

12-21-2003 18:25:39

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Re: Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-21-2003 09:51:07

Kerry - sent you an email with details. Best of luck.

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Kerry Brunner

12-21-2003 19:15:31

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for in reply to ShepFL, 12-21-2003 18:25:39

Shep ... hasn't arrived yet. Did you send it to nailcreek@hotmail.com?

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12-21-2003 09:40:49

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

I personally would try to find a 430 or 530 Case. I do like a MF 135 but that two stage clutch just doesn't cut it for me. Those little case tractors are very reliable and will start no matter how cold it gets. As far as an 8N Ford goes I wouldn't take one home.

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Indydirtfarmer

12-21-2003 02:51:49

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

First, let me tell you that I bleed green. The ONLY tractors I will use are Deere. That being said, I would recommend you go find a RED one. Get yourself a nice Massey Ferguson 135. In my opinion, and quite a few other opinions too, that is the best LITTLE tractor ever built. They are still so popular, people haven't recognised them as "collector tractors" yet. Someday, that will all change. They are extremely popular worldwide. They offer most "modern features" 3 pt hitch, power steering, decent power, great balance, and are very reliable tractors to boot. They're starting to get harder to find, but there are still some around on the re-sale market. Find one, and you've got yourself a nice tractor. (Avoid the "Multi-power" option though. Not the best thing Massey ever did) JMHO. John

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kyhayman

12-21-2003 08:23:25

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Indydirtfarmer, 12-21-2003 02:51:49

Well said, John. I read this post last night and was trying to think what would fit the bill. While you and I may disagree on the 'right' color of tracotrs to use :-) {of course I will conceed that all that Univ of KY indoctrination has made me partial to anything in dark blue :-)}; I think you hit the nail on the head. Guy that helps my dad has a little 135 Massey diesel. He only gave $2500 for it, had me fix the leaks and paint it for another $500 and it's great. He comes and rakes, tedders, moves rolls with it. Starts better than any of my Ford's in the cold (wow, that hurt to say). Starts as well in the cold as our Case DB's and has a lot more reliable electrical system.

Warmest Regards,
David

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Here tis.

12-20-2003 21:29:16

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

A specially modified version of the Essex Tri-Directional Plowmaster. Get the one that has the laptop port, and cupholder.

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Kerry Brunner

12-21-2003 08:38:17

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Here tis., 12-20-2003 21:29:16

Gee, is that the one with the GPS too??

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Spooled Out.

12-21-2003 06:19:26

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Here tis., 12-20-2003 21:29:16

Get the canopy option, likewise.

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old

12-20-2003 20:53:30

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

I agree an 8N might work for you but you might want a little more power etc. You might look at say a 3000 or 4000 ford or some of the 500-900 fords

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Rob N VA

12-20-2003 19:43:07

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Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Kerry Brunner, 12-20-2003 18:47:22

Ford 8n with a sidemount distributor. Great little tractor, plenty of power, and easy as heck to work on. Once you get them running properly, they will run forever. I love mine, and I do all those things you listed with mine. About the only thing I wouldn't recomend is a front end loader. Others may disagree with me on that, but the 8n ain't the tractor for every job. It also dosen't have power steering, if that bothers you. Prices can range from 1500 bucks to 4000.

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Plenty

12-21-2003 08:34:57

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Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Rob N VA, 12-20-2003 19:43:07

of power? Since when?

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jls

12-21-2003 17:32:05

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Re: Re: Re: Which working Tractor to look for? in reply to Plenty , 12-21-2003 08:34:57

4 grand will buy a real tractor with a real drawbar

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