Smallplot
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- Joined
- Sep 9, 2011
- Messages
- 337
- Location
- Pike County Illinois
- Tractor
- 1974 IH 1066, 1969 IH 756/FEL, and 2011 TYM T603 Cab/FEL
Just got the new machine delivered yesterday but plan on adding to this post as I gain seat time.
The dealer we went made the purchase through is from Donnellson IA at Armstrong Small Engines. Our dealer took time to go over all questions about the machine and is working on our side. It appears he would like to keep our business as we really liked the looks of the 90HP model as well.
The T603 comes standard with many standards available only as options on many competitive brands. Examples would be front and rear wiper blades, three rear hydro remotes, sway bars, draft control, expandable 3 point tips, both right and left arm adjusters, and many others.
First impression of the tractor ascetically:
After growing up on a farm, the tractor looks small. I think the radically sloped hood only exaggerates how small the tractor looks. The tractor frame, axles, and FEL appear beefy. All the service items appear to be reasonably accessible. Loader is made very strong with responsive hydro lift at engine idle speed. Cab doors, both sides, operate smooth and appear tightly sealed.
The controls have some to be desired. If they would place them more on a console on the right side I feel they would be more accessible. The 4wd selector, creeper selector, draft, 3 point, and 3 rear hydro valves are placed slightly behind the operator station. For the savings on this machine they suit me fine as I will just have to get used to their orientation.
Operation observations:
The 4 cylinder engine is very quiet with and without being in the cab. There is a roof vent which can be opened along with rear and side glass panels. Visibility out side the cab is good. With the FEL attached there will be partial blockage of view but you can still see both tires and bucket orientation.
Shifting the syncro shuttle will take a little while to get used to just because it is very different from our old tractors. Lock out function disables the joystick is nice. Don't have to worry about bumping the joystick while driving. There is a mechanical clutch peddle lock which would allow operator not to be required to be seated during.
Wanted the R1 tires but tractor came with R4's. Just hope they are not as bad as they used to. Dealer did say the R1s that are offered were more like very deep tread rice tires.
h ar Getting long winded, call if you need anything specificabout the c reviewed
The dealer we went made the purchase through is from Donnellson IA at Armstrong Small Engines. Our dealer took time to go over all questions about the machine and is working on our side. It appears he would like to keep our business as we really liked the looks of the 90HP model as well.
The T603 comes standard with many standards available only as options on many competitive brands. Examples would be front and rear wiper blades, three rear hydro remotes, sway bars, draft control, expandable 3 point tips, both right and left arm adjusters, and many others.
First impression of the tractor ascetically:
After growing up on a farm, the tractor looks small. I think the radically sloped hood only exaggerates how small the tractor looks. The tractor frame, axles, and FEL appear beefy. All the service items appear to be reasonably accessible. Loader is made very strong with responsive hydro lift at engine idle speed. Cab doors, both sides, operate smooth and appear tightly sealed.
The controls have some to be desired. If they would place them more on a console on the right side I feel they would be more accessible. The 4wd selector, creeper selector, draft, 3 point, and 3 rear hydro valves are placed slightly behind the operator station. For the savings on this machine they suit me fine as I will just have to get used to their orientation.
Operation observations:
The 4 cylinder engine is very quiet with and without being in the cab. There is a roof vent which can be opened along with rear and side glass panels. Visibility out side the cab is good. With the FEL attached there will be partial blockage of view but you can still see both tires and bucket orientation.
Shifting the syncro shuttle will take a little while to get used to just because it is very different from our old tractors. Lock out function disables the joystick is nice. Don't have to worry about bumping the joystick while driving. There is a mechanical clutch peddle lock which would allow operator not to be required to be seated during.
Wanted the R1 tires but tractor came with R4's. Just hope they are not as bad as they used to. Dealer did say the R1s that are offered were more like very deep tread rice tires.
h ar Getting long winded, call if you need anything specificabout the c reviewed