Demoing a CT235 this weekend. Couple of questions. :)

[crusty 1]

just to let you know I really love my ct235.I,m right at 260 hrs.only issues were a bad seat safety switch and a bad coupler on loader.Loaded r4s working good for me even blowing snow.My only real complaint with the tracto is that the front mount snow blower has too many sub frame mounts[3] and it takes some work to install,so glad it,s not done more than once per year.Blows snow like crazy,about 35-40 feetDave

 

[jcims]

Thanks crusty. I think i'll probably stick with this thing (assuming i get this clutch rattle figured out). I was just a bit deflated to see the rust and crud on it when it rolled in, and piled on a few tasks that any CUT under $20K is going to struggle with. I'll clean it up today, tell the dealer to swap the loader for one that isn't scarred up, and load the tires when she gets home. Add a skid plate and a heavy box blade or ballast box and i think i'll have all the traction i can use.

Thanks again folks. It's like a support group in here...lol.

 

[crusty 1]

Thanks crusty. I think i'll probably stick with this thing (assuming i get this clutch rattle figured out). I was just a bit deflated to see the rust and crud on it when it rolled in, and piled on a few tasks that any CUT under $20K is going to struggle with. I'll clean it up today, tell the dealer to swap the loader for one that isn't scarred up, and load the tires when she gets home. Add a skid plate and a heavy box blade or ballast box and i think i'll have all the traction i can use.

Thanks again folks. It's like a support group in here...lol.

I think you'll love that tractor,load the rears with rim guard and you'll be fine I think for traction I know I am and I do alot of loader work and use a heavy chain harrow and mid buster and no traction issues.Dave

 

[tigers2007]

Nice review! Now I don't have to take one home. I'm hoping to have a deal done on paper by tomorrow or next week at the latest.

Anyone think I'll get a better deal if I sign tomorrow (end of the month) vs. waiting a week? I wonder if it will add to the salesman's monthly bonus.

 

[jcims]

Nice review! Now I don't have to take one home. I'm hoping to have a deal done on paper by tomorrow or next week at the latest.

Anyone think I'll get a better deal if I sign tomorrow (end of the month) vs. waiting a week? I wonder if it will add to the salesman's monthly bonus.

What'd ya pick?

 

[crusty 1]

Nice review! Now I don't have to take one home. I'm hoping to have a deal done on paper by tomorrow or next week at the latest.

Anyone think I'll get a better deal if I sign tomorrow (end of the month) vs. waiting a week? I wonder if it will add to the salesman's monthly bonus.

I don't think it will matter at all,tractor buying is different than car shoping.You want to build a good relationship with your dealer.And I'd sure demo before I bought,your needs may be night and day different from oursDave

 

[tigers2007]

unless my feet get cold I'm going to get the CT235.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

unless my feet get cold I'm going to get the CT235.

Put on an extra pair of socks, it may help. :laughing: I have not seen one person that had any complaints with the CT235 or Kioti CK35. :thumbsup:

 

[lilranch2001]

just to let you know I really love my ct235.I,m right at 260 hrs.only issues were a bad seat safety switch and a bad coupler on loader.Loaded r4s working good for me even blowing snow.My only real complaint with the tracto is that the front mount snow blower has too many sub frame mounts[3] and it takes some work to install,so glad it,s not done more than once per year.Blows snow like crazy,about 35-40 feetDave

Do you have a Bobcat front mount blower?
Can I ask how much you paid for it?
Do you use chains?

 

[crusty 1]

Do you have a Bobcat front mount blower?
Can I ask how much you paid for it?
Do you use chains?

lilranch,yes I do.The 63 inch front blower installed was 3,750.00.