pclausen
Veteran Member
Good deal on the buddy seat!
You're right about the apples to apples. I basically picked the best tires possible using the configurator for each model, and yes, that adds $2,914 to the M over the e. Both comes standard with the 16.9R30 / 11.2R24 Bias tires. Interestingly enough, the 18.4R30 / 12.4R24 Bias is only offered on the e, and the same size tires on the M are radial. Those are what I'm hoping can be had on the e as well, or even the Michelin's Agribib's but based on my past experience getting my dealer to try something not readily available in the configurator, I'm not all that optimistic.
Dealer actually believes the corner exhaust is included with the deluxe cab, so it should not be charged a 2nd time. That's why I have it in red on my spreadsheet, and I'm *not* including that line item in the total price. You got me on the buddy seat, I should have added that to the cost of the e. But you're right, I should subtract about $4,000 from the M to make it more of an apples to apples comparison.
Interesting note on the engine differences. I know the 2012 5085-5115 Ms now have "electronic engine control with common rail fuel injection for smoother, more efficient power across all RPM ranges" according to their August 2011 press release. So perhaps now the Ms have even better fuel economy than before? I know this one 2011 5085M I was playing with at the dealer had to turn over several times before it started, and then it stalled and I had to turn it over like 10 times before it finally fired again. Perhaps I'm spoiled by the Yanmar engine in my 4700, as it *always* fires instantaneously, hot or cold. Of course that M only had 1.2 hours on the clock and had been sitting for several weeks. I know I was very impressed with the low noise level inside the cab with the door closed and running at 1700 rpm (540E speed). That is going to be such a tremendous improvement when cutting compared to my open cab 4700 running at 2600 RPM.
Dealer is also looking into the possibility of getting the 595 M frame and bolting the 49 hoe up to it. That would even the score significantly. From studying the parts diagrams, it looks doable. I would not need the PB on the M, which for some reason I do on the e, even with the deluxe triple rear SCVs, so that would be another $425 saved in favor of the M.
My heart still tells me the 5085M is what I need. I guess I just need to justify it to my wallet.
You're right about the apples to apples. I basically picked the best tires possible using the configurator for each model, and yes, that adds $2,914 to the M over the e. Both comes standard with the 16.9R30 / 11.2R24 Bias tires. Interestingly enough, the 18.4R30 / 12.4R24 Bias is only offered on the e, and the same size tires on the M are radial. Those are what I'm hoping can be had on the e as well, or even the Michelin's Agribib's but based on my past experience getting my dealer to try something not readily available in the configurator, I'm not all that optimistic.
Dealer actually believes the corner exhaust is included with the deluxe cab, so it should not be charged a 2nd time. That's why I have it in red on my spreadsheet, and I'm *not* including that line item in the total price. You got me on the buddy seat, I should have added that to the cost of the e. But you're right, I should subtract about $4,000 from the M to make it more of an apples to apples comparison.
Interesting note on the engine differences. I know the 2012 5085-5115 Ms now have "electronic engine control with common rail fuel injection for smoother, more efficient power across all RPM ranges" according to their August 2011 press release. So perhaps now the Ms have even better fuel economy than before? I know this one 2011 5085M I was playing with at the dealer had to turn over several times before it started, and then it stalled and I had to turn it over like 10 times before it finally fired again. Perhaps I'm spoiled by the Yanmar engine in my 4700, as it *always* fires instantaneously, hot or cold. Of course that M only had 1.2 hours on the clock and had been sitting for several weeks. I know I was very impressed with the low noise level inside the cab with the door closed and running at 1700 rpm (540E speed). That is going to be such a tremendous improvement when cutting compared to my open cab 4700 running at 2600 RPM.
Dealer is also looking into the possibility of getting the 595 M frame and bolting the 49 hoe up to it. That would even the score significantly. From studying the parts diagrams, it looks doable. I would not need the PB on the M, which for some reason I do on the e, even with the deluxe triple rear SCVs, so that would be another $425 saved in favor of the M.
My heart still tells me the 5085M is what I need. I guess I just need to justify it to my wallet.
