what kind of tractor?

sam henry75 · Sep 1, 2009

i am really wanting to festore a tractor. im the only one of my friends without a toy at the local shows. so i decided its time to get in gear and get one. I just dont know what to get. i would like somthing older. like 50s or older. i am a john deere guy but since money is an issue i would like somthing that is less money any sugestions?

jal-SD · Sep 1, 2009

Try to find a Case. The VAC, at about 20 HP, is the smallest row crop model, SC is the medium sized row crop at about 25 HP & a DC is the largest row crop, about 35 HP. Those models were made from 39 to 53, then Case went to the numbered series (200, 300, 400, etc). If you want a bigger tractor, look for an LA, they had about 60 HP, and are not a row crop model. Pretty common, rugged, you'll find some that are parked in the trees that will take only a little work to get them running. They are not as popular as the red and green ones are, so they are somewhat less costly to buy. Parts are available, but may be harder to find than the red or green ones, but isn't that part of the fun? (My $0.02 worth. jal-SD)

Paul from MI · Sep 1, 2009

Depending on what you have to store it in & haul it on, a smaller tractor might be more suitable. Maybe an Allis B or C, small, parts are plentiful and not too expensive. Easy to work on, too. Now for your second tractor????
Paul

greenbeanman in Kansas · Sep 1, 2009

A lot will depend upon where you live, what you might use the tractor for such as the tractor drives we read about, etc.

Having said that, why not get your feet wet with an Allis Chalmers Model G. They were the unusual design that vegetable growers and others used.

They come up for sale fairly often and Ebay nearly always has a lot of parts listed.

The price seems to hold pretty steady so without too much into one you should be able to recover your investment without too much trouble.

They are small so store easily. Not too much above waist high so no climbing on ladder to paint, etc.

If you like to garden on a grand scale one would be ideal for cultivating.

Seems someone told me once that when set at their narrowest tire setting they will fit into the back of a long bed pickup. Would be easy to haul if that is indeed the case.

Ray · Sep 1, 2009

I've got a john deere 40S i might sell,it just sits around. I'm in ohio.

Janicholson · Sep 1, 2009

I would try to find something that is not "popular" at the shows/fairs/parades. Choose a unit that is of a size and weight to move. Choosing an orphan oddball can be a serious issue if you cannot fabricate parts, or have them made. Common in one area is usually uncommon in other places. JimN

IndianaRed · Sep 1, 2009

Farmall H. Easiest to work on, cheap and plentiful parts, and it will get some RED back in your blood.

buickanddeere · Sep 1, 2009

You can find late 1950's tractors that are useful and can be hauled on an ordinary U-Haul trailer. And parked in a standard auto garage spot.
You want live hydraulics, live pto, and at least the lower links of a three point hitch system.
You can find a nice JD 420/430/440 with those. Even PS and hydraulic remotes to run a log splitter etc.

Kris Golden · Sep 1, 2009

8N Ford - easy to find - easy to find parts - easy to haul - useful since they have 3 point hitch if you need an occasional use tractor. you can find a ratty runner on craigslist pretty much any day of the week for a grand within an hour drive of anywhere or find one that would only need paint for $1500

gregk · Sep 1, 2009

like roger welsch says. You don't pick the tractor, the tractor picks you

Anonymous-0 · Sep 1, 2009

Look For a DC Case ,. if nothin jumps up for you to take home and Love,, DC Truly a style and class only a Mother Could LOVE,, LOL

JDB · Sep 1, 2009

While I agree with those saying get a Case DC (I own two) You should buy whatever you can buy parts for in your area. No point in owning a tractor of a particular brand if you have to travel 100 miles one way to buy parts. Exceptions taken for those who do it for a tractor that has been in the family

Anonymous-0 · Sep 1, 2009

Just get on Craigslist & search the "farm & ranch" section in your area. You can find restorable tractors all day long on there.

sam henry75 · Sep 1, 2009

well im in michigan so ohio wouldnt be to bad no matter where

ohiojim · Sep 2, 2009

i agree with the farmall H, easy to work on and lottsa parts available for reasonable cost, not to mention they are nearly bomb proof

Traditional Farmer · Sep 2, 2009

I wouldn't buy a common tractor like an IH H or
JD B get something unusal it'll be a lot more fun to own and it'll be worth something when you finish.You'll spend just as much time and money on a
H thats maybe worth $1500 restored as you will on a rare piece worth $10,000 when you finish

Leroy · Sep 2, 2009

What you are not saying is do you have anything to haul it with? Would you have to pull or drive to the shows? Do you have any mechanical apitude? Where do you have to keep it? will it be used for anything but show and tractor drive? The answers to all these questions are needed before any good advice can be given. All the questions need an answer before any thought as to make or model.

sam henry75 · Sep 2, 2009

i do have a place to store it. i am fairly mechinacally inclined and what i cant do i have help with.i have access to trailers and mostly would be used for shows but also for work.

Ray · Sep 2, 2009

I'm 100 mile south of toledo just off I-75 at exit 92. 937-4891725

John Harmon · Sep 2, 2009

I would look around for a Farmall "Super MTA ". They look good when in a fresh coat of IHC Red and if you want to use it ,no problem,they can do most any thing asked of them within reason.A John Deere "G" would be my second choice. They both are fairly common,Parts are readily available,

Mattlt · Sep 2, 2009

Not to mention that 80-90% of the entire tractor can be taken apart with a 9/16" wrench!

wolfman · Sep 2, 2009

I have for sale a really well kept 1954 WD-45 with all the factory options like wide front, power steering. Nice smooth ride and attention getter. SW Pa and priced low.

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