new pt422

[Anonymous Poster]

I picked up my new Power-trac today. Ordered on Monday, rec'd in MA on Thursday. All the guys in the freight terminal wanted to know about the PT, just like Moss Roads' experience. Like several people on this site I researched for at least a year including reading almost every PT post on this site. Even the ones about percent grade, and I too have an original equipment reflector on the back of my head (Charlie and Moss). I'm building and landscaping a 2500 sq. ft. addition to our house so you may not hear from me for awhile but I want to thank all you PT people for sharing information so freely. I could not be happier. I see my neighbors driving by shaking their heads. They're probably thinking " now what is he doing?". More when I run out of dirt and stone to move.

 

[pajoube]

King black shoes, congratulations on your new PT422, that is great news.
When you get a chance, please registure so we can know where you live and a little about you.
What attachments did you get? Keep us informed.
PJ

 

[Charlie_Iliff]

Welcome to the small but vocal PT group.
People do look at you curiously, don't they, until they see what the little machine can do?

 

[MossRoad]

<font color=blue>They're probably thinking " now what is he doing?". </font color=blue>

Get used to it /w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif

After a while it will change to "That looks like a pretty interesting machine" followed quickly by "What do you need a forklift for?" After a while you will notice people staring at you when changing implements in 15 seconds without getting off the tractor, or 45 seconds if you have to hook up hydraulics. That is usually followed by "That thing looks pretty useful" and "I'll bet you get alot of work done with that thing". It is usually sumarized by "That little thing is great" and "You sure got that done fast."

Congratulations on your purchase. Take some time and play on it. It takes a very short time to get used to the steering. Mine is now second nature. Just be sure to set the brake and stop and lower the implements and shut it off every time you get off. And always wear your seat belt... Enough already. /w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif Enjoy.

 

[MasonDixon]

Nice machine. You will love it. Don't let your wife drive it.

 

[bubenberg]

wilcome aboard to the pt gang plank. you have less power when you look at the numbers of hps, but when it comes to tork, yours has much more.
why we did not buy a 422 has two reasons, only one outfit some 50 miles away from us is a dealer and service for your eng. the second reason is we already have 3 other kohler 25hps in our arsenal, and every few miles a rep. that services that eng.
go and get them tiger...you will love your machine

 

[ernemats]

I BELIEVE YOU WILL LOVE YOUR 422 , I HAVE HAD MINE FOR 2 YEARS AND I USE IT AS OFTEN AS I CAN . IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS LITTLE MACHINE. MY WIFE ALSO LOVES RUNNING IT FOR MOWING OUR 5 ACRES OF HILLSIDE. I HAVE THE 48" MOWER, SMALL SCOOP AND ROTOTILLER.

 

[marrt]

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you have less power when you look at the numbers of hps, but when it comes to tork, yours has much more.

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bubenberg,

At first, I thought the EH65 Robin engine had more torque as well. However, with further research, I think the numbers are:

PT422 with Robin engine: 22 HP and 33.6 ft/lbs Torque
PT425 with Kohler engine: 25 HP and 40 ft/lbs
Kubota BX 2200: 22HP and 40 ft/lbs

Both the Kubota and Robin engines have very flat torque curves though.

 

[MossRoad]

I think there is some question as to how each company measured the torque. I can't remember what it was, but maybe someone else does.

 

[MossRoad]

Hey, Ernemats... Welcome aboard.

 

[pajoube]

ernemats, welcome to TBN and the family of PT users. With your two years experience I would be interested in how you selected buying a PT and your thoughts after two years operation. Are there any attachements you would have changed? or added?
PJ

 

[ernemats]

The only attachment i have that i am not too pleased with is the roto tiller. it does an excellent job if you don't have many stone, which i have lots of medium sized stone. The stone get lodged between the tines and housing of the tiller , it is not hard to get them out, just turn the switch for the tiller off and they often will fall out or put tiller on the ground and move tractor forward or backward. The problem is mostly my stony ground not the tiller,however i believe they could have made more clearance between the tines and housing.
there are several attachments i would like to have in addition to what i have, the brush hog mower, post hole digger and the snow blade , i'm just not sure the my use of these would justify the cost, no snow the last several years here in w. pa., i don't dig many post holes, and as for the brush hog i'll use my big tractor or my gravely.
the power trac is really a nice tractor and fun to operate and i have had no problems with it in 2 years and 267 hours.

 

[pajoube]

Thanks for the update, sounds like this has been the right machine for you. I have been researching the PT422/425 for a year now. Also went to SDF to test the unit and attachments and now just waiting for my move back to Montana. When this happens my PT425 will be purchased. Please keep us updated on your unit regarding maintenance, performance, and any other issues that would help PT users.
PJ

 

[king_black_shoes]

Hello again. I spent several hours on the PT 422 today backfilling some of my foundation. Also did a little digging in the hard clay that I have lots of. To me the Robin 22hp seems to almost over power the machine. I'm trying to break it in slowly so haven't really pushed it hard yet. I'm also amazed with the traction. I got the bar treads and a couple times in the soft and low parts of the backfill I thought I was getting stuck but just backed off the pedal and powered right out. Anyone got a trick for releasing the brake handle. It feels like the weight of the machine is on the brake pins. I have large hands and it's hard to grip the handle. I think using the break should be easy to encourage people to use it. A couple times I've hit the pedals climbing in to the machine. If I don't adjust to that I might remove the pedal plates and just use the pivot bar. My list of modifications starts with making a sheet metal pan for each of the foot wells to make cleaning them out easier in mud season. I'm also interested in building a small hoe with a pivot like the base model Lachender (spelling?). I've got some 3 1/2 inch steel pipe left from my addition that should make a light but sturdy boom. I'll let you know if I get around to it. Did I mention I love my PT! See ya.

 

[PTRich]

Releasing the brake is a piece of cake. The weight of the tractor rests on one side of the pin depending on the slope. While applying pressure to the brake gently press one of the pedals, if the brake does not slideout press the other pedal.

PTRich

 

[MossRoad]

That's exactly what I have learned to do. Just a nudge forward or backward and the parking break releases in a snap.