http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums General compact tractor buying and pricing discussions and comparisons, excluding brand-specific questions. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:50:06 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157826-new-member-new-farm-looking.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:01:27 GMT I have done a search and the things i come up with are pretty old, so i wanted some new information.

I have a new to me 30 acre farm. It hasn't been maintained in 5 years or so. I have already started bushhogging it with a 25hp Mahindra and a 5ft bushhog. Yea...its going to take forever, i have figured that out. The land was used for farming some years ago...so basically lots of grass and saplings to cut over and out right now.

Goal is to start using it for organic farming. So I will run a bushhog and a disc and I am not sure from there.

I am thinking the new tractor will need to be around 50hp, is that enough?

I really like the JD 5205 that i have found used for 14,500. I was hoping to spend under 15. I CAN spend anywhere from 10 to 20.

I am not above looking at any brand.... anyone ideas? ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons juddmyers http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157826-new-member-new-farm-looking.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157774-water-tires.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:53:22 GMT bought kubota 7040 it has water and antifreeze in rear tires want to remove and put in multiseal. do i have to get all of water out? thanks bought kubota 7040 it has water and antifreeze in rear tires want to remove and put in multiseal. do i have to get all of water out? thanks ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons johnvickl http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157774-water-tires.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157772-kubota-m5040dt-1-vs-m5640.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:35:55 GMT I was looking at the M5040 models and the M5640 was suggested to save $. Not as many bells and whistles supposedly. Any advice on the difference... I was looking at the M5040 models and the M5640 was suggested to save $.
Not as many bells and whistles supposedly.
Any advice on the difference for the $ saved? ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons sgipson http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157772-kubota-m5040dt-1-vs-m5640.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157748-curtis-auxiliry-loader-valve-needed.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:02:42 GMT Hello, I was wondering if anyone knew where to buy a Auxiliry loader valve for a curtis plow 3000 made for a tractor with FEL part # P/N 9PKSELBV. ... Hello,
I was wondering if anyone knew where to buy a Auxiliry loader valve for a curtis plow 3000 made for a tractor with FEL part # P/N 9PKSELBV. I have called several local dealers and no one is getting back to me.

Thanks,

Matthew ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons mhojdila http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157748-curtis-auxiliry-loader-valve-needed.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157706-compact-tractor-loader-backhoe-ideas.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:56:21 GMT In the near future I will be looking for a TLB set up. At this point I am looking in the 24 - 32 HP size and I would like to get the "best bang for my buck". (I like John Deere but in no way am I married to them.) I do not want to spend over 30K. At this point I really like the B26 but would like to know what else is available and/or recommended. Do not need to be able to mow or do any other functions beyond loader and backhoe work. :) ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons JDGREEN4ME http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157706-compact-tractor-loader-backhoe-ideas.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157700-whats-value-wood-splitter.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:22:48 GMT We have an older 24 ton wood splitter that looks really close to this: Amazon.com: 24-Ton Log Splitter with 9 HP Honda Engine: Home Improvement... We have an older 24 ton wood splitter that looks really close to this: Amazon.com: 24-Ton Log Splitter with 9 HP Honda Engine: Home Improvement

The one we have is setup like that where it's on a small frame with wheels, it's horizontal (not sure if it can be tilted vertical) and it has a 8HP Briggs engine on it. The splitter itself works well but I think the engine needs to be tuned up. It's rarely used.

Anyway, before I put it on ebay or something, I have no idea what a fair price is. What do you think? Assume that it works but may need a good tune up on the engine. What would your thoughts be on the asking price? ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons pz31g22 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157700-whats-value-wood-splitter.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157695-buying-used-tractor-financed.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:58:14 GMT Hi folks-

If you buy a used tractor from a private party who still owes a lot on it, how do ensure that he's going to pay off the loan? I've heard that if he doesn't, you the new owner owe the debt even though you wrote him a check.... is that so?

JG ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons jeffgreef http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157695-buying-used-tractor-financed.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157613-homemade-log-spitter.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:11:55 GMT I have inherited a homemade log splitter and want to know how much it is worth - how can I tell? It has a Tecumseh engine, it's on 2 wheels with a hitch, it's about 8 ft long and it has Prince Hydrollics 2500 PSI. ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons lookin4help http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157613-homemade-log-spitter.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157604-looking-all-one-tractor.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:52:33 GMT Im new to this site and need some advice. My mother and I have around 200 acres and looking for an "All in One" tractor to do just about anything with. We will be dealing with mostly hay and some plowing (not heavy plows). What we are looking at right now is a Kubota m7040/cab/4WD/loader. Will that do what we want. We mostly want to do round and square bales. There will be times to take this across the county and help others with their hay fields. Any comments about the m7040? Im 6' 7" and shes around 5' 10". Im thinking the cab because she can be more comfortable when out in the Summer.

We are in Madison, GA ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Wade2370 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157604-looking-all-one-tractor.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157599-specification-verification.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:16:49 GMT How are company specification claims verified? Is there a industry standard? How are company specification claims verified? Is there a industry standard? ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons JDGREEN4ME http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157599-specification-verification.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157590-hard-choice.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:19:24 GMT I've just found two tractors in my area that I'm very interested in.
They are both '08 models with 1 year of the warranty used up.
Both are similarly priced; the Kubota at $15,800 and the Kioti at $15000.
Both have less than 100 hours on them with the 50 hour service done.
They both have loaders, HST trannies, and R4 tires.

One is a Kubota L3400 (from an owner), the other is a Kioti CK35 (from a dealer).
Are these used prices too high or about right ?

I have priced these two models new from dealers in my area with the Kubota at about $18000 and the Kioti at about $17500.

I'm going to look at them tomorrow.
I may very well buy one, but right now have no idea which.
Both are models that I have been looking hard at.
I hate this kind of decision, but maybe after I look at them, it will be clearer.
Any advice much appreciated.
Thanks,
Arky ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Arky217 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157590-hard-choice.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157535-tractor-castings-cast-iron-steel.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:24:03 GMT This may sound like a dumb question, but on the premise that there are no dumb questions, just dumb answers, here goes: Are the castings on some... This may sound like a dumb question, but on the premise that there are no dumb questions, just dumb answers, here goes:

Are the castings on some tractors cast iron and on others steel ?

By cast iron, I mean the type of metal that could be busted up with a hammer. I understand it's also very hard to weld successfully.

Saw a tractor the other day that someone brought to a dealer that had a 3 pt. hitch backhoe ( I know, that's a no no) and the rear housing was cracked where the top bar attached.

I've also read posts on TBN where castings have also cracked from loader use. And on some of the pictures, I was surprised to see how thin the castings were.

So, I was wondering if the castings on all tractors are cast iron, and if so, could some of them be a tougher grade and/or thicker than others and could some be more/less brittle than others ?

And are any tractor castings actually steel ?

Thanks,
Arky ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Arky217 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157535-tractor-castings-cast-iron-steel.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157533-deutz-allis-5230-mechanical-front.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:55:48 GMT I have a Deutz Allis 5230 MFWD tractor with a factory front end loader that I would like to sell, (I need something larger) How much should I be... I have a Deutz Allis 5230 MFWD tractor with a factory front end loader that I would like to sell, (I need something larger) How much should I be asking for it? I believe it was built in 1987, it has about 2,200 hours, turf tires, power steering, factory 435 loader 5' bucket, manual synchro-shift transmission, 31 HP 3 cylinder Toyosha Japanese diesel, also have a Schulte 5' two stage snow blower that mounts to the front of the tractor and hooks up to the loader control joy stick(hydraulic lift and exit chute adjustment) The paint is original and has a little surface rust but it is still solid. Tractor is located in Northern NJ. Let me know if you have any idea how to price this tractor. Should I sell snow blower separately or with tractor? Thanks ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons APSmulching http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157533-deutz-allis-5230-mechanical-front.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157492-new-holland-45hp-compact-tractor.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:41:25 GMT I am still shopping for a compact tractor. The Hew Holland salesamn has been trying to get me to buy this new compact tractor. Does anyone know... I am still shopping for a compact tractor. The Hew Holland salesamn has been trying to get me to buy this new compact tractor. Does anyone know anything about this machine? They are really a basic tractor, nothing fancy but lean and mean as NH says. Gerry ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons paolin http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157492-new-holland-45hp-compact-tractor.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157355-want-purchase.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:39:26 GMT Has anybody ever used a Hay bale ventilator on their square hay baler ? The ventilator is mounted on the hay plunger, The ventilator pokes a hole... Has anybody ever used a Hay bale ventilator on their square hay baler ? The ventilator is mounted on the hay plunger, The ventilator pokes a hole through each pad or slice of hay for air to vent when the moisture is above 12 % . I am looking to purchase a ventilator for a John Deere 336 sq, baler. Thank you. katahdinhairsheep. ]]> Buying/Pricing/Comparisons katahdinhairsheep http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/157355-want-purchase.html