Hello...I am looking for a plow and disk for my JD5410 (65HP), and after ruling out a new one (my JD dealer quoted me something like $3500+ for a new 2 bottom plow), I have a lead on a used 4 bottom plow (w/hyrdaulics) and a 10 or 12 foot disk (also with hydraulics). Now keep in mind I haven't seen either one yet, but I have been told they are both setup as category 2 and are appropriate for my sized tractor (according to another dealer who is facilitating the sale). My question is, what about price? What is a fair price, assuming both things are in reasonable shape and working? The plow is asking $500 and the disk harrow is $1000. The plow seems like a deal, and the harrow seems a little expensive, but I don't have much to compare to...also, there is not a lot of local used implements for sale so it is difficult to compare prices....when I go to look at these implements, is there anything in particular I should pay attention to? i.e. tell-tale signs of impending failure etc.
Thanks all.
BTW: The dealer said the 4 bottom plow may be a little too big for my tractor(my soil is very heavy clay with rocks!), but said I could just remove one or two of the blades if I needed to...does that make sense to do? My guess is that after a few years the soil will be easier to work and I could then use all 4.
Thanks all.
BTW: The dealer said the 4 bottom plow may be a little too big for my tractor(my soil is very heavy clay with rocks!), but said I could just remove one or two of the blades if I needed to...does that make sense to do? My guess is that after a few years the soil will be easier to work and I could then use all 4.