Sorry I left out so much pertinent info. - I am a "new guy" and still learning. What's the box on the log in screen that says "remember me"? Should I check it?
Need to admit I am a first time tractror buyer - looked at a lot of used but determined I could spend $3500 to $6000 and have absolutely no warrentee - if it broke it would be on me. Originally saw Mahindra at Dixie National Rodeo & Horse Show in Jackson, Ms. in 2002, looked good but wasn't sure I could afford "new".
Now about the Mahindra. Bought from Scott Tractor in Richland, Ms. - Stacy Scott, started discussions about Mahindra purchase with the District Rep. Mike Junkin of Grenada , Ms.. Both men were extremely helpful in selecting and getting thru the purchase process. My info indicates the 4500, 5500, & 6000 are all the same size/frame(4500 is 3 cyl others are 4 cyl) but run 42, 54, 59 engine hp respectfully. Interesting side note on hp, the brochure lists 44 PTO hp for the 5500 but the owner/operators manual lists 46 PTO hp and both men said this was underated due to the way the EPA(?) requires the tests/reports- Stacy indicated actual hp runs 4 to 6 higher than listed in printed material. BS/sales pitch, I don't know, and don't know how much difference it would make.
I did not get a FEL, want one but lack of $$ precluded, may be able to add later. Got a package deal that included the Mahindra 5500, Tufline 6 1/2' disc (sealed bearings), Tufline 6' box blade (w/teeth), International (not Harvester) 6' clipper/cutter. (I requested middle of the road - not HD but not light duty equipment). I bought it during the 2003 Dixie National Rodeo & Horse Show and there was a show rebate from the mfg, and show discounts involved, total cost a little over $14,000.00 for all. I think it was a real good deal and I am really looking forward to working with this equipment.
I agree with another forum respondant - I think Mahindra is making an aggressive play for market share, particularly here in the south. The dealer I used sold between 350 and 400 Mahindras last year.
Question: what is the practical difference between sealed bearings vs pillow block bearings on a disc - I know what they are but how do they effect operation?
If any of you have suggestions on how to best use and preserve my equipment or other comments please reply.
Yes, we difinitely need a seperate Mahindra section.
(Gee, I kinda got long winded.)