JD 990 is here

[Monroe40]

I'd like to use my first post to announce the arrival of my first ever tractor purchase -- a brand new JD 990. For about 8 months I've been one of the "anonymous" visitors here. Thanks to Tractorbynet and all the users for the wealth of info and experience out there.

The set up is 990 4x4, R1s, with 430 loader, bucket level indicator, ballast box, block heater, bucket hooks, materials for 50 hour service, and 2 Lego-like tractor sets for my 2 boys. Delivered in the rain, of course, so I drove back and forth 36 feet in the pole barn trying it out.

Was going to get a 790, but my wife said, "Don't you think that looks too small?" Since I can't argue with that kind of logic, we now have the 990. Still to come, box scraper and brush hog type mower.

Thanks again everyone.

 

[Golfgar4]

Welcome to TBN Monroe40! /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

And congratulatins on your new addition.

Just out of curiosity, how fast can you get it going in 36 feet? /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

I'm located just a short distance to your east. Did you get the 990 from the Monroe dealer, or someone else? I visited the Monroe dealer for the first time about a month ago, but it was on a Sunday, so all I could do is climb on some machines sitting out side and take a few pictures. In fact, if check out this thread Amazing The Things You See When You Look , you might just recognize the local dealer's lot! /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Did you do any price comparisons with other dealers? Do you mind if I ask what your package cost?

Also, if you've been lurking for awhile, then you should also know that we expect some pictures real soon! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[grainger12002]

Monroe: We need PICS,PICS,PICS....................................





Thank you /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[johnbilt]

Hi

Glad to hear you're pleased with the new tractor and the newest memeber of the "990 Club". I'm happy with my 990 and look forward to many years of work with it. Once you have one, you don't know how you have gotten by without one.

I too compared the 790 and 990. The 990 is a lot more tractor. The think the taller tires and added weight make a big difference in traction, and therefore usable horsepower.

I was spreading gravel last night and discovered a hidden "soda can holder". Rather than holding a coke between my legs, I found that I can set it in the square top hole of the loader frame, where the front loader arm pivots. It won't smash the can unless you lift it quite high.

Have Fun /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

John

 

[Mrwurm]

Yep, those 990's sure are great looking machines.

 

[MikeIIA]

Congratulations on your new John Deere 990 purchase and welcome to TBN.
Two improvements... A nice new tractor owner and a new TBN member.
Mike

 

[Monroe40]

I'll try to get a pic here. We don't have a digital camera, so I'll have to scan in prints when they're developed.

johnbilt: I'll try out my loader arm / cup holder upgrade.

Golfgar: Yes, from the dealer in Monroe. I checked a couple others in South East WI, but the best deal was here. Price before tax was $17,450. I think there was some incentive possibly in there, too. I drove through the dealer's lot about a month ago (I was eager, this thing took 2 months to get) and I think it was a Sunday. Someone was walking through the lot, so I waved. Did someone in what was left of a gray Honda Accord wave at ya?

Anyway, thanks again everyone.

 

[Golfgar4]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( I drove through the dealer's lot about a month ago (I was eager, this thing took 2 months to get) and I think it was a Sunday. Someone was walking through the lot, so I waved. Did someone in what was left of a gray Honda Accord wave at ya?
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No, I didn't see anyone else there in another vehicle. It was on a Saturday. I did notice a couple of the dealership employees (service people I think) walking around in the shop. It was after hours, so I didn't get a chance to talk to any salesmen.

I definitely will go over and talk with them later. Maybe a quote from them would help my local dealer reduce his price! /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

 

[zuiko]

Congratulations on the 990 purchase. I got mine a few weeks ago and it has been great so far. It is really a lot of tractor for the money and the 0% for 3 years doesn't hurt either.

 

[Golfgar4]

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Sorry, but I haven't purchased anything yet! /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

I think you want to congratulate Monroe40. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif