Comparison experience level

[RoyJackson]

My only training on a Ford backhoe (in the late 1960's) was where the controls were. After that, I was on my own.
My father gave me a bit of training on an ancient Farmall he had on a parcel in Virginia. After that, he just watched me to make sure I didn't do anything too stupid or dangerous.
When I bought my first tractor (Deere 670) in 2000, the salesman gave me a rundown on the controls. Then I read the loader and tractor manuals. Most work (mowing, snow removal) was pretty intuitive. Using the FEL for digging took quite a bit longer, and I must admit, I'm still halfazz at that type of work. Good thing I don't make my living using equipment!

All in all, I just take it slow and easy until I'm confident...

 

[MtnViewRanch]

If most would take the time read booklet also attachment booklet and understand they would have fewer headaches..lets not for get common sense/gut feeling.

Also agree most dealers will do show thru also talk about,and feel the new owner has clue.

I agree with this 100%. All to often there are questions asked that are answered in the owners manual. As far as common sense, I'm thinking that that is something of the past, because it sure does seem that a lot of people simply DO NOT HAVE ANY. :laughing: Probably always been that way though, just notice it more as we get older.

 

[TripleR]

I agree with this 100%. All to often there are questions asked that are answered in the owners manual. As far as common sense, I'm thinking that that is something of the past, because it sure does seem that a lot of people simply DO NOT HAVE ANY. :laughing: Probably always been that way though, just notice it more as we get older.

I read and re read all manuals, but have found some to be not quite up to the standards one would expect. Agree completely with the common sense thing.

 

[crusty 1]

I agree with this 100%. All to often there are questions asked that are answered in the owners manual. As far as common sense, I'm thinking that that is something of the past, because it sure does seem that a lot of people simply DO NOT HAVE ANY. :laughing: Probably always been that way though, just notice it more as we get older.

This is why trial lawyers get rich! too many no sense people get in over their head,and of course we all know it,s some one else,s fault:laughing:I,v got many farm years behind me and learned by my elders.Some of the small land owners that buy and use these tractors didn,t have anyone to show them the ropes,so they hopefully take it easy and don,t get hurt or worseDave

 

[om21braz]

Greenhorn here, but fortunately I have family, local friends, and the collective wisdom of ya'll here on TBN to help me out.

 

[SPYDERLK]

I think the tractor dealer would assume that you would know how to operate a tractor if you where there to buy one. No different than a car dealer would be.

But how many would tell the customer that 50 to 100% of the fasteners on the loader or B/H mounts are loose and the dealer does not take responsibility - - and how much to tighten them.
larry