motormike
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I wish I knew about this site when I bought my tractor, but I wasn't looking for a tractor. I have 1.6 ac on a hill with a dirt bike track. I was looking for something to mow it since I flood almost every year and by the time the water goes down the grass is 5ft tall. Well I listened to the JD dealer I was at and said I only needed their 1023 tractor. Well I like having a tractor but it's under powered and dangerous for my yard. Many a time I have had tires up in the air. I use the brush cutter as counter balance. I only travel with dirt in the bucket a foot or two off the ground. It also does not have the power to move existing dirt/clay/rocks. I hit the mound and it stops me dead. Not enough weight or power. My 23hp mini needs to be closer to 45-50 hp. Mowing the 5ft grass clogs and stops my PTO.
You have an idea what you need a tractor to do but once you have it you will be surprised how many other projects will pop up including neighbors yards. I'm up to 3 yards mowing. Don't forget the wife saying now that you have a tractor can you do this...... for me.
You have an idea what you need a tractor to do but once you have it you will be surprised how many other projects will pop up including neighbors yards. I'm up to 3 yards mowing. Don't forget the wife saying now that you have a tractor can you do this...... for me.