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Re: Best tractor for restoration
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Posted by Dave 2N on February 28, 2005 at 05:36:25 from (66.194.51.34):
In Reply to: Best tractor for restoration posted by Hurst on February 27, 2005 at 11:06:44:
Strictly from a restoration standpoint---I'm not talking about what you will use it for----my vote goes to a Ford N series tractor. They are simple, well designed tractors with lots of parts availability. And they will probably hold their value as well as any other. I'm speaking from experience here regarding the restoration issue: my son and I have done a JD B, a JD 70, Farmall Super C, a Ford 2N and are working on a Farmall Super H. Of all of them, the Ford was the easiest and most fun to work on. And I think parts are a tad less expensive than those of other brands. What would I rather be doing right now??? Working on the 50 Ford 8N that's patiently waiting it's turn. However,my wife's Willys Jeep CJ3A is still ahead of the 8N. I know I haven't given you any info. on the "use" part of the tractor. Just my $.02 on the restoration/refurbishing issue. But I will say this--I'm not a farmer but my Ford 2N does a lot of the work around my 45 acres, even without live hydraulics. Whether it's up in the woods, hogging pasture(with a "Zane Thang"), plowing a little snow or workomg it around the place with a carryall, this 59 year old machine is a user. Even with the six volt system. Keep your connections clean and tight and they will always start. Time for me to stop rambling.
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