oh also if I wanted to finance it the charge for the financing over the cash price is much lower for the Kubota, and folding ROPS doesn't matter to me really as it will be stored in a barn and I should have adequate clearance for the tractor anyway
First time tractor buyer needs help
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Jaylegger
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Interesting comparisons regarding the vibration/noise levels. Regarding the backhoe purchase you mentioned a page back, I was in the same predicament but at the time of the original purchase it was very easy to talk myself out of the backhoe. Since I had ordered the GC2600 with the loader of course and the MM mulching mower, boxblade and front mount snowblower the extra for the hoe was more money than I felt comfortable with at the time. Going forward now seven months I just ordered a Woods BH6000 backhoe for my tractor to complete the package. To justify I counted up 8 jobs around the property which would require a backhoe, one being replacement of a retaining wall abutting a lake, and at the local rental rates I'd pretty much break even by purchasing outright vs renting after about 30 days use which I figure I could easily get out of the hoe in the first couple years.
The cost comparison coupled with the ease of having one to use at my leisure made it a no brainer, and the best part was my wife fell for the flimsy justification too.
The cost comparison coupled with the ease of having one to use at my leisure made it a no brainer, and the best part was my wife fell for the flimsy justification too.
tsteahr
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Newdeal, good job going and driving them all back to back. That is the only way to know what you like. Others can give their opinions till the cows come home, but in the end a test drive will tell you more than anyone can tell you. What I found interesting when looking at SCUTs is although they have similar capabilities each machine has a very unique character, and they are all quite different. There will be one you will like better than all the others and it looks like you are on your way to your own conclusion. Good luck and have fun!
Newdeal-- I agree-- great research, you went in with your eyes wide open. Go with your gut; they're all great little machines.
I share your agony over the backhoe... in the end, I decided I just had to have it. I'm still discovering ways to use it, especially now that I have a thumb for it, so I'm glad I just went for it anyway.
And remember-- you could always paint the Kubota red!
I share your agony over the backhoe... in the end, I decided I just had to have it. I'm still discovering ways to use it, especially now that I have a thumb for it, so I'm glad I just went for it anyway.
And remember-- you could always paint the Kubota red!
bmarian
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Hi Newdeal,
Great news that you are in a position to make a decision. I also thought my Massey stopped too quickly when I first drove it but the dealer said that they would go over the tractor when it was sold and check the adjustment. It was 5 or 6 months later when I bought it and I forgot about the touchy hydro control until after it was delivered. After using the tractor for a little while the first day (before my wife took it away from me) I thought I call the dealer and ask about the adjustment since it was still touchy. But after my wife ran my brand new tractor for about 3.5 hours I finally got it back and I have not noticed the touchyness anymore. I think it was just a matter of a little time on the tractor and my foot becoming more accustomed to the control.
I'm sure you can't go too far wrong with any of the 3 tractors you looked at but personal preference is very important. Go with your gut and get the tractor that fits you the best.
It sounds like you will be very comfortable with your friends at the Kubota dealer and that also needs to play into your choice.
Bruce
Great news that you are in a position to make a decision. I also thought my Massey stopped too quickly when I first drove it but the dealer said that they would go over the tractor when it was sold and check the adjustment. It was 5 or 6 months later when I bought it and I forgot about the touchy hydro control until after it was delivered. After using the tractor for a little while the first day (before my wife took it away from me) I thought I call the dealer and ask about the adjustment since it was still touchy. But after my wife ran my brand new tractor for about 3.5 hours I finally got it back and I have not noticed the touchyness anymore. I think it was just a matter of a little time on the tractor and my foot becoming more accustomed to the control.
I'm sure you can't go too far wrong with any of the 3 tractors you looked at but personal preference is very important. Go with your gut and get the tractor that fits you the best.
It sounds like you will be very comfortable with your friends at the Kubota dealer and that also needs to play into your choice.
Bruce
ShhDragon
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I just wanted to say, Bruce
that was a great and thorough and helpful reply
I wish I needed your advice for my upcoming tractor buying. thanks
that was a great and thorough and helpful reply
I wish I needed your advice for my upcoming tractor buying. thanks
roger 4400
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Hi. I just bought a new MF1643 HST and it stops FAST if I release the hst pedal FAST (the wheels will block on our gravel road), but if I release it slowly, it will slow progressively and stop, just a matter of how fast you release the pedal. The tractor is new and I,m new also with HST,,,,but I,m learning
You did the right thing in doing road test on every machine you wanted.. VERY WISE MOVE. I did the same on a Kubota L4400 and was deceived , but the 1643 is smooth no vibration etc,,,,,it looks that vibrations are jumping from one brand to the other depending of the model:laughing::laughing:. Have fun on the next tractor, remember it will de YOUR rear end on the seat.
You did the right thing in doing road test on every machine you wanted.. VERY WISE MOVE. I did the same on a Kubota L4400 and was deceived , but the 1643 is smooth no vibration etc,,,,,it looks that vibrations are jumping from one brand to the other depending of the model:laughing::laughing:. Have fun on the next tractor, remember it will de YOUR rear end on the seat.