Ordered a 5609 today

[tjkadar]

The more familiar I get with the machine, the more impressed I am with it. Still trying to figure it all out. Being able to program the 'hardness' of shifts between gears and ranges, forward, and reverse separately is pretty cool. Although I have them all set the same now.

There are so many different methods you can use to shift gears, it can be a bit overwhelming at first. I find I use the T-handle the most, then the loader buttons, and the shuttle shift lever last.

Heck, having the turn signal mounted on a stock like a normal car is nice. And they are self cancelling too! That alone is much, much better than the JD. Not to mention the ride - far more comfortable than the Deere. On the road and off.

Gotta make some round bales runs tomorrow that have some road transits on them. We'll see if the tractor does go 25 mph.

 

[radrock]

What a big beautiful beast.... Has to be a thrill to operate it!!

 

[Wakey]

What a nice piece of machinery!

Which drag do you use in the arena?

 

[tjkadar]

What a nice piece of machinery!

Which drag do you use in the arena?

I use a Reveal 4-n-1. Great tool to keep the footing at its best. I've used box blades, straight blades, chain drags, harrow drags, rakes, and probably a few other things. The 4-n-1 is by far the best tool I've used to date. I also use it to keep the dirt roads in good repair and pasture maintenance. To break up manure and thatch, I drag a chain harrow behind the 4-n-1. Does a better job than either one alone.

 

[wmonroe]

Incredible tractor! Any pics of it in action?

 

[tjkadar]

Incredible tractor! Any pics of it in action?

I'm a lousy picture taker... I did some round bales, dragged the riding arena and a pasture. Nothing too exciting. Still getting used to operating the machine. Much more comfortable with it now than I was this morning. Starting to get the hang of it!

 

[tjkadar]

Two things that could be improved - the DCC (Digital Control Center) is practically invisible from the driver's seat if you're wearing sun glasses. Needing a key every single time you want to get into the toolbox is a PITA.

Being able to change gears and forward/reverse on the FEL's joystick is awesome. Bumping up or down a gear or two is quick and easy. The John Deere's gear shift lever was clunky and the transmission was not the best shifting either. With that tractor, you put it in one gear and hoped you wouldn't need to change it. Now, it is as simple as the push of a button or the bump of a lever.

Tractor is deceptively quiet. The more I drive it, the more I am impressed by it.

 

[TomSeller]

Two things that could be improved - the DCC (Digital Control Center) is practically invisible from the driver's seat if you're wearing sun glasses. Needing a key every single time you want to get into the toolbox is a PITA.
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I could live with those. I am sure glad you are liking the tractor.

 

[wmonroe]

Those aren't big issues to have to live with.

 

[tjkadar]

They are very minor issues. The toolbox thing bugs me but I'll make a fix for it soon. Few other set up issues need to be corrected, like the third function for the FEL has two male fittings. Should get it all straightened out Wednesday.