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Posted by Rod F on September 30, 2003 at 19:12:32 from (142.177.110.107):
In Reply to: Re: Re: 9700 Ford posted by Bill on September 30, 2003 at 18:52:57:
I would bet that fuel consumption would not be much higher that an 80 - 90 hp tractor. I know a guy that once had an 8000, and he says it burnt about the same amount of fuel, mabey even less than a 70 hp deere. Ford 401 engines were quite efficient. I doubt that parts would be at all hard to get. The best part, or the down side, depending on your perspective, is the purchase price / resale value. Old two wheel drive tractors over 100hp are dirt cheap. Maitenance will not be much more, and tires are probably about the same as on the smaller tractors too. Neither are enough to offset the lower purchase price, in my opinion. If the tractor is sound, I think it would be a go. And you might even find a cheaper one too, depending on the condition. I've seen Massey's at auctions, often in the 5 - 7 K (Cad) range. Sometimes 10 for a good one. Fords are seldom for sale around here. Good luck with your choice. Rod
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