1952 JD model G

[JackDWaller]

I have just purchased a new 2320 and can't see keeping my JD G rowcropper. Having had a crude front end loader it has done amazing things for me but now is rarely used. It just sits out in the weather and starts right up year after year after year (owned it 20+).

Do any of you have an idea of what I should consider a fair asking price. It is pretty much all there with decent tires and has the ?oscillating? front end. The tin is mostly straight with surface rust but I'd say it's pretty restorable.

 

[Mace Canute]

It is pretty much all there with decent tires and has the ?oscillating? front end.

Do you mean this? TractorData.com - Roll-O-Matic

Can't help you on the price though.

 

[PapaPerk]

I have just purchased a new 2320 and can't see keeping my JD G rowcropper. Having had a crude front end loader it has done amazing things for me but now is rarely used. It just sits out in the weather and starts right up year after year after year (owned it 20+).

Do any of you have an idea of what I should consider a fair asking price. It is pretty much all there with decent tires and has the ?oscillating? front end. The tin is mostly straight with surface rust but I'd say it's pretty restorable.

where are you located? Might be interested in it.

 

[Hoosier Hay Man]

John Deere "G" are very much a collector and will bring top dollar. I have seen good working condition styled "G's" that could go out and plow all day bring uipwards of $8,500 at auction. I would say average condition would be $3500 to $5000 in the midwest. They are worth 2 or 3 times what a John Deere "A" will bring typically. Don't give it away.

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

What is the old car next to it? Looks like an old Chrysler?

The old G is restorable. Not sure that they bring that much around here. We don't do row crops much around here anymore.

 

[Hoosier Hay Man]

What is the old car next to it? Looks like an old Chrysler?

The old G is restorable. Not sure that they bring that much around here. We don't do row crops much around here anymore.

They don't use them to farm around here either but they are sought after for antique tractor pullers, with that long stroke 2 cylinder engine you can get alot of ponies out of them by boring them as well as adding some stroke. Talk about torque, it is tough to kill one. They are also popular at antique plow days.
Also there are alot fewer G's built than any other 2 cylinder row crop. Here is a link if you want quote on the value of the old "G".

Also just noticed in the picture it has a convertible narrow front end. It can easily be changed to a wide front unlike the solid pedistal front ends. That makes this tractor a bit rarer. I have never seen a "G" with one. They were more common on the number series two-cylinder tractors. Oringinal fenders adds a bit also. Don't give it away.

Dennis Polk has probaly sold and auctioned more 2 cylinders than anyone on earth. Give him a call.

Dennis Polk Equipment Farm & Industrial Equipment Sales & Rental

 

[JackDWaller]

Thanks guys, for these little insights. When you are totally in the dark seemingly small bits of advice are quite helpful.

Here is what happened and almost happened. I became very convinced that a JD 2320 would be wonderful for my acreage situation, although I should have had it 25 years ago. Probably the reason, other than money, was that the old model G (free gift) really served me well through those years. The bucket you can't see, I'm told, is a ?Farm King? that I welded onto to give me reasonable volume. As you can see in the photo there are two huge cylinders and crude as it is, it really works. Gravity down and not live hydraulics, but I learned to make do.

Since my wife was reasonably cooperative about the new CUT I suggested I start selling some of my "stuff". Of course the G came up and I mentioned to my brother that I was thinking of selling it and didn't have a clue of value - maybe $500 or perhaps $750. Well, he has a friend that ships old tractors to England and he was all geared up to come right out and buy my tractor. That's when I said whoa, I need to check into this. So, your comments are very helpful especially the link!!

Now, what is the "stuff"? 3 - 1956 Lincolns, the 1960 4 dr Falcon wagon (I think it's in the pic), a 62 Falcon sports coupe, a 62 Falcon 2 dr wagon and then eventually some Falcon hardtops and convertibles.

After 30 years of collecting "stuff" I can now see that most of this "stuff" is not going to get restored. But it was fun chasing it down - trips to Missouri, California, Arizona wouldn't have happened otherwise. I live near Edmonton Alberta, Canada

I bet there are a few in this group that can relate to my predicament and my final decison to get my toy!

Since I'm new to the group I hope this chit chat is not out of order here. If it is feel free to enlighten me.

I love fabricating and I have just started to solidify an idea of turning an old home made engine crane into a kind of iMatch that will accept an adapter for hooking under a car bumper and taking most of the weight of a small car (Falcon) when I pull it. This (free) homemade crane is based on 3" tube, 1/4" wall which may be (is) overkill but it'll adapt to 3 pt very easily and save me a lot of effort.

I'll be scouring the forum for comments (suggestions welcome) on lift capacity so many inches out from the arms and so forth, in the near future. I can also picture some forks out the back that could do some lifting of rocks and maybe a shelf that would assist me transporting engines.

Enough dreaming for now.

Jack

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

Chit chat all ya want...we got nuthin but time.:laughing:

I wouldn't say the farm King loader would add anything to the value, but I honestly don't know. I do know it is not easy on the eyes, no offense, but it has served you well so don't listen to me.

good luck.

 

[JackDWaller]

For sure the loader is worthless unless you have a job for one, even a crude one. It's value would be its weight in steel - just a pain to get rid of. You'd be amazed at the tons of dirt it's moved.

I only see the tractor having some value to a JD fan who would like to restore it and enjoys hearing its pop pop pop. I started out hoping at least $500 but didn't advertise and I now believe I'll wait till spring and try for more.

I'm certainly pleased with the quality and decency displayed by most all on this forum. Good ordinary hardworking generous kind individuals by and large. I wouldn't have even known about it if I hadn't decided to buy a CUT! Now I'll be welding away with the assistance of some very sharp folk.

Jack

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

You can list it on Craigslist for free locally, just watch out for the scammers and folks trying to get you down in price. I think you can get quite a bit more for it if it is running and no tranny problems or major engine probs.

Restorers need something to do this winter.

 

[roygage]

For sure the loader is worthless unless you have a job for one, even a crude one. It's value would be its weight in steel - just a pain to get rid of. You'd be amazed at the tons of dirt it's moved.

I only see the tractor having some value to a JD fan who would like to restore it and enjoys hearing its pop pop pop. I started out hoping at least $500 but didn't advertise and I now believe I'll wait till spring and try for more.

I'm certainly pleased with the quality and decency displayed by most all on this forum. Good ordinary hardworking generous kind individuals by and large. I wouldn't have even known about it if I hadn't decided to buy a CUT! Now I'll be welding away with the assistance of some very sharp folk.

Jack

Your correct about it only having value to a John Deere collector, cool thing is there are some pretty well healed John Deere collectors out there. (-:

I am involved with the local antique tractor pullers here in Estherville Iowa. The Gs are very popular as pullers. Yours looks nice, straight and complete.

Check it's value out with some fellows on top of what the hot options ect. are.

 

[Hoosier Hay Man]

Here a few more links you could sell in. It would be the "Green Magazine' and "Two-Cylinder Magazine". Not free adds but are reasonable, these are the center of the universe for two-cylinder collectors.

Green Magazine, the monthly magazine for John Deere enthusiasts

John Deere Tractor Enthusiasts

Also a link to Tractor House which could be a good option to sell as well and a list of up coming Auctions across the country you may want to moniter. If you could get it Waterloo Iowa next summer at the the Two-Cylinder Expo auction it may surprise you what it would bring.

1947 JOHN DEERE G 40 HP to 99 HP For Sale At TractorHouse.com

Antique Farm Auction Calendar - Agdeal | farm equipment for sale, tractors, combines, used and new

Just remeber anything with green paint on it, no matter how little, sells more like it has gold paint. I bought my first 2 cylinder tractor when I was 15 years old. The only mistake I made was not buying all I could afford and keep buying. They would of done better than my 401K, but then again what isn't these days.

 

[DanD78]

The factory fenders if not rusted out are worth $300-$400 around here.

Dan

 

[JackDWaller]

Thanks HHM and Dan. This information is going to make my decision a lot easier. Really appreciate it. The tractor had only one issue - a slipping starter - I've bought a new bendix and all is well.

Jack