Ffphil
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Looking at a new tractor. Those that own one will you tell me what you like or dislike about your? Are there areas that you find exceptionally strong or weak with your tractor?
YT359
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rockyridgefarm
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I really like mine. I have no major issues. I came to this from a deluxe John Deere and the Yanni is no slouch. the ergonomics are exceptional. I haven't found anything that makes me feel that it is second rate.
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Ffphil
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Thanks rockyridgefarm
majorwager
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You tube channel Wranglerstar was given this tractor to test from mfg. I do NOT care for the channel BUT many of his videos, reportedly, do feature and discuss the tractor attributes. Just a FYI.
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Ffphil
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I'll look into it now majorwager. Thanks
Yanmar Tractor
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Another YouTuber whose videos include discussion of his YT3 Series tractor (a Model YT347 in this case) is Kasey Thren on his "Complete Deer TV" YouTube channel. Complete Deer TV
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Yanmar Tractor
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An example of another kind of YouTube videos with YT3 Series tractor content, is found on the Mother Earth New & Friends YouTube channel. There's a large number of different kinds of videos on that channel. It may be easier to find videos where Hank Will shows "How to use a tractor" type videos by using this video playlist: Hank Will Mother Earth News Yanmar tractor videos - YouTube
raybender
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I was looking for a tractor that had adequate power for forest management, fallow field reclamation, hay field maintenance and property management, but was easy to operate for those in my family that were new to utility equipment. While I have not had the tractor long enough (nor has the ground been dry enough) to do projects in each of the area, I have been happy with the YT359 so far. In the woods it is very maneuverable and manages the hills and slopes I have. The loader's reach and capacity exceed my expectations. My wife and daughter were able to use the tractor for loader work with no prior experience.
When comparing tractors, I was attracted to the reputation of Yanmar's engines and overall quality, and I felt the controls were intuitive for novice users, which has been confirmed. I have been impressed by the ground clearance and my "ag" neighbors have commented on how "beefy" the frame and structure is. I have not been disappointed in its performance in any way.
There are some nice touches such as the fuel fill being at step level and not at cowl or seat level. I was a little concerned that the hydraulic pump capacity of the YT359 was a little lower than what I would have liked. However, I have found the loader to be very responsive and considering my uses, I no longer think about this.
I was not able to find service information or parts diagrams for the YT tractors similar to what is available for other tractor brands/models, so I understand I will be more dependent on the dealer than I have been with other equipment purchases. However, I went from rebuilding cars (engines and all) in my youth to now taking the car to the shop for all but the simple maintenance. I also feel that electronics and computerized equipment provides more performance and reliability than mechanical controls. This can be a controversial position in the heavy equipment/ag. world, and I appreciate that when electronics die they are dead. That said, personally, I am more interested in spending my time working the equipment than working on the equipment.
When comparing tractors, I was attracted to the reputation of Yanmar's engines and overall quality, and I felt the controls were intuitive for novice users, which has been confirmed. I have been impressed by the ground clearance and my "ag" neighbors have commented on how "beefy" the frame and structure is. I have not been disappointed in its performance in any way.
There are some nice touches such as the fuel fill being at step level and not at cowl or seat level. I was a little concerned that the hydraulic pump capacity of the YT359 was a little lower than what I would have liked. However, I have found the loader to be very responsive and considering my uses, I no longer think about this.
I was not able to find service information or parts diagrams for the YT tractors similar to what is available for other tractor brands/models, so I understand I will be more dependent on the dealer than I have been with other equipment purchases. However, I went from rebuilding cars (engines and all) in my youth to now taking the car to the shop for all but the simple maintenance. I also feel that electronics and computerized equipment provides more performance and reliability than mechanical controls. This can be a controversial position in the heavy equipment/ag. world, and I appreciate that when electronics die they are dead. That said, personally, I am more interested in spending my time working the equipment than working on the equipment.
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rockyridgefarm
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I managed to run out of fuel in the field (where else would it happen?) I had to fill it in the dark - except There is a light above the fill cap! And of course, running a diesel dry means bleeding the fuel lines -except It is auto-bleeding. I had other operators trying it that day - they loved the easy to use cruise control.
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Ffphil
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Drove the YT359C today. There's a lot going on with buttons levers and knobs. Think once you got used to all that it would be nice.
