I am thinking about adding a front end loader to an older Nortrac/Jinma 254 (model year 1999/2000). I am a little nervous about some articles that I have seen about the bell housing cracking/breaking due to the stress of a front end loader. I am aware that some owners have had issues with the front axle while using 4 wheel drive (I was planning on using 2 wheel drive as much as possible to avoid the issues with the front axle). Also, I am not going to use it like a bulldozer, I just need something to help move mulch, loose dirt, etc. I am wondering if I should add a loader to this tractor or just leave well enough alone and continue using it without one. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Thanks,