JD 655 Tiller Used

[Jdmano]

The biggest issue is with it being too long. You want it to be short enough you can disconnect it with it connected. And short enough it doesnt bind during travel of three pt up and down. That said you want maximum length to keep the pto shaft strength. If that makes sense.

 

[jenkinsph]

There is a used JD 655 Tiller for sale at a local eqipment dealer, he is not a tractor dealer. Never used a 3 pt tiller either. It will be going on my 2520, know this is one of two that JD says I can use for my size tractor. Priced out a new 655 an the dealership wants 2898.00.He wants 2000.00 for it. Just from looking at it, the unit looks like its in really good condition an barely used.

Just wondering what you look for when it comes to used tiller units ?
Without hooking it to the tractor is there anything, or any signs that give it away that the unit is broken or been abused ?

Is there a badge that will tell me when the unit was produced ?
If there is, where will it be located ?

If you fins it to be in good shape and are paying cash I would offer $1700 and see if they take it. That would give you a little room for repairs if needed. Bet if he is asking $2000 he will take a little less.

 

[AKfish]

You might get lucky... but I wouldn't be surprised if he holds pretty firm. The unit looks to be in very good condition - likely low hours.

I had a JD 660 tiller and it was probably edging towards 20 years old. Very good condition, no leaks and the chain drive was also very tight - lot's of adjustment left.

I sold it for $1,800 and had guys lined up to buy it!!

Of course, I had also bought nearly an entire set of replacement tines that were still in the box and it had a new pto with slip clutch, too. That said, it is surprising how well rototillers hold their value!! They don't drop in price nearly as much as many other attachments for a given age.

AKfish