revitupfaster
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My new 2520 arrived at my dealer on Friday (Aug 28). I just had a chance to drop in today to have a look at it, as they have just started to get it ready.
Really, its the first chance I have had to a have a "serious" look at a 2520. Most dealers around here, usually stock a number of the 2305's, and if you get lucky, they may have one of the other models available to look at, but that's about it. Thanks to being able to read the posts on this forum, about the various JD CUT's it really helped me a lot in making my decision. I mean it gents, thanks for the insights.
I decided I wanted either a 2320, or a 2520, because I wanted something larger than the 2305. I went with the 2520, basically because of the faster hydraulics, more horsepower, slightly larger size, and direct injection, which to me, made it worth the extra $.
I got the 200CX with the 53" bucket, the 62D MMM, with the deck lockup kit, Front Quick Tatch Hitch, I Match, Ballast Box and the rear work light kit. So far they have the FEL installed, but sure nuff....as has been also discussed on this forum, the dealer forgot that when using the MMM and a Front Hitch, there is a different bracket required so both will mount properly. The part is expected in on Tuesday, so they should be able to get everything put together then.
I did order one other accessory, which I have not yet seen on anyone's tractor or seen any discussions about, on this forum, which I will not tell you about, but will post pictures of the tractor later, to see if anyone will notice what it is.
I currently have a Yanmar 276D, with a 72"RFM, and a JD X495, with the 62C deck. I am trading the Yanmar in on the 2520. I kinda hate to see the old girl go, as I have owned it for over 25 years, and it has never, I mean never failed me. I have about 5 acres, of which I finish mow 3 to 3 1/2, and part of the property is on a riverfront flood plane area, where some times in the spring, the grass can get pretty heavy before the ground dries up enough to get at it, hence I sorta like to have something bigger than the X495.
My house sits on about 2 acres of flat land, which is higher than the riverfront area, and I have about a 400' flat semi paved, meaning paved, taking a beating and wearing out quick, partially I think due to using the 495 to push snow, and having to use chains. I had a rear blade at one time for the Yanmar, but it was a super PITA trying to push snow with it, so I traded the rear blade in when I got the 495 with the 54" blade. I sure hope the new 2520 will push the snow without chains, that, and getting the FEL, were the main reasons for the purchase.
Anyway, here are a few pictures of the Yanmar, and the 495, and I will post pics of the 2520 once I get it, to see how quickley folks will spot the mystery accessory.
Again thanks to all of the very informed folks on this forum , for helping me make my decision. I hope it was the right one.
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Really, its the first chance I have had to a have a "serious" look at a 2520. Most dealers around here, usually stock a number of the 2305's, and if you get lucky, they may have one of the other models available to look at, but that's about it. Thanks to being able to read the posts on this forum, about the various JD CUT's it really helped me a lot in making my decision. I mean it gents, thanks for the insights.
I decided I wanted either a 2320, or a 2520, because I wanted something larger than the 2305. I went with the 2520, basically because of the faster hydraulics, more horsepower, slightly larger size, and direct injection, which to me, made it worth the extra $.
I got the 200CX with the 53" bucket, the 62D MMM, with the deck lockup kit, Front Quick Tatch Hitch, I Match, Ballast Box and the rear work light kit. So far they have the FEL installed, but sure nuff....as has been also discussed on this forum, the dealer forgot that when using the MMM and a Front Hitch, there is a different bracket required so both will mount properly. The part is expected in on Tuesday, so they should be able to get everything put together then.
I did order one other accessory, which I have not yet seen on anyone's tractor or seen any discussions about, on this forum, which I will not tell you about, but will post pictures of the tractor later, to see if anyone will notice what it is.
I currently have a Yanmar 276D, with a 72"RFM, and a JD X495, with the 62C deck. I am trading the Yanmar in on the 2520. I kinda hate to see the old girl go, as I have owned it for over 25 years, and it has never, I mean never failed me. I have about 5 acres, of which I finish mow 3 to 3 1/2, and part of the property is on a riverfront flood plane area, where some times in the spring, the grass can get pretty heavy before the ground dries up enough to get at it, hence I sorta like to have something bigger than the X495.
My house sits on about 2 acres of flat land, which is higher than the riverfront area, and I have about a 400' flat semi paved, meaning paved, taking a beating and wearing out quick, partially I think due to using the 495 to push snow, and having to use chains. I had a rear blade at one time for the Yanmar, but it was a super PITA trying to push snow with it, so I traded the rear blade in when I got the 495 with the 54" blade. I sure hope the new 2520 will push the snow without chains, that, and getting the FEL, were the main reasons for the purchase.
Anyway, here are a few pictures of the Yanmar, and the 495, and I will post pics of the 2520 once I get it, to see how quickley folks will spot the mystery accessory.
Again thanks to all of the very informed folks on this forum , for helping me make my decision. I hope it was the right one.
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