cdaigle430
Veteran Member
I say test drive them all, then decide that's how I picked mine. All dealers are a PITA anyway so after the warranty is out you wont want anything to do with them.
I say test drive them all, then decide that's how I picked mine. All dealers are a PITA anyway so after the warranty is out you wont want anything to do with them.
One option I find very important on a tractor with a back-hoe , is having only one seat that turns instead of having to change seat when operating the back-hoe. Also the boom must swing 90 degrees each sides. Good luck .
Just FYI I cannot find an LS dealer in my area and I did drive the Mahindra Max 22.
I say test drive them all, then decide that's how I picked mine. All dealers are a PITA anyway so after the warranty is out you wont want anything to do with them.
Hi I... I am in the process of looking to replace my JD2210 which I really have liked as it has done the job and more for the past 11 years, but with only 834 hours the service calls (different issues here and there) by the local green service is costing a bundle and not really solving the problems. Also, I need new front tires, blah blah blah..
So I am now also looking at the MF 1705 machine w/ FEL, MMM, and front snow blade..
My question though is.. A few people here imply that for servicing these tractors you don't have to really count on the dealer with the implication that there are other 3rd party independent tractor mechanics/service centers out there.. I am here in 0Northern Virginia and I haven't found a single independent.. Can you enlighten me? I am always willing to learn something new, other than becoming a tractor mechanic.
Thanks,
Mike
I think more often than not the comments you see reflect these two sentiments:
1. Other than normal maintenance, these tractors are reliable enough that they seldom need anything more than the most basic of repairs.
2. Being that many/most tractor owners possess a measure of mechanical skill, they can do most maintenance and repairs on their own.
If you can do your own oil changes, etc. on your car, it's not a big jump to do basic maintenance and repairs on a tractor. If your car goes to the dealer when a fuse or turn signal bulb needs replacing, having dealer support nearby for your tractor will mean a lot.