Mtsoxfan
Platinum Member
It only took 18 months of looking, debating in my head, researching, but I finally bought a tractor. Decided on new vs used, as all the low hour ones here weren't much of a bargain, and I wanted what I wanted, instead of "losing out" just to get a bargain. I got burned on my last used purchase, all on me...
Just brought my EA toothbar to dealer for install. They are swapping out the R14 for R4, as much of my work is loader related. The model I bought has some bells and whistles, some I have no use for, but by adding onto a model that didn't come with the bells I wanted, It was same price, less stuff. I got what I want. Done with upgrades, serious thought on my current use, and future use, I bought what I needed.
The dealer I found has been business for since 1981. I liked the sales woman, parts guy, 1 mechanic, previous owner who just sold and still works there. It's a family affair. I have a great feeling about them. The extended family has very deep roots in the community.
I had a choice of 2 loaders, one made in South Korea (I think) the other in Canada. My overthinking about the bucket tipped the scales (barely) in the South Korea made one. Unfortunately, I live close to Canadian border, and all they receive is the Canadian one. I could have had them look around to see if another dealer has one, and if they are willing to trade. Seriously, it wasn't worth the extra money or wait, they are that close.
I decided on the Kioti 3520SE HB. I ran it through the paces at the dealership. Much more power than what I have now. Tired 29hp and hydraulic system, vs. new, peppy 35hp. My current had options I didn't want to give up. Comfy suspension seat, tilt steering, floor mat (I'm on and off often, all year) were non negotiable for me. Telescoping 3ph arms too. First add on will be a magnetic cup holder, (more research) I don't want to drill into ROPS of brand new tractor. It'll take some time for me to "get over it".
After my wife seeing me a bit disappointed in the current tractor, she said "go get yourself a tractor". We were around friends, so I don't know how serious she was. Maybe she thought, rightfully so, I'd never be able to make up my mind. (should see me at a restaurant) So I did. Wonder how long I can hold out before she knows I bought one?
) You guys are the first to know...
Now, just waiting on the delivery. Definitely by next week sometime.
Just brought my EA toothbar to dealer for install. They are swapping out the R14 for R4, as much of my work is loader related. The model I bought has some bells and whistles, some I have no use for, but by adding onto a model that didn't come with the bells I wanted, It was same price, less stuff. I got what I want. Done with upgrades, serious thought on my current use, and future use, I bought what I needed.
The dealer I found has been business for since 1981. I liked the sales woman, parts guy, 1 mechanic, previous owner who just sold and still works there. It's a family affair. I have a great feeling about them. The extended family has very deep roots in the community.
I had a choice of 2 loaders, one made in South Korea (I think) the other in Canada. My overthinking about the bucket tipped the scales (barely) in the South Korea made one. Unfortunately, I live close to Canadian border, and all they receive is the Canadian one. I could have had them look around to see if another dealer has one, and if they are willing to trade. Seriously, it wasn't worth the extra money or wait, they are that close.
I decided on the Kioti 3520SE HB. I ran it through the paces at the dealership. Much more power than what I have now. Tired 29hp and hydraulic system, vs. new, peppy 35hp. My current had options I didn't want to give up. Comfy suspension seat, tilt steering, floor mat (I'm on and off often, all year) were non negotiable for me. Telescoping 3ph arms too. First add on will be a magnetic cup holder, (more research) I don't want to drill into ROPS of brand new tractor. It'll take some time for me to "get over it".
After my wife seeing me a bit disappointed in the current tractor, she said "go get yourself a tractor". We were around friends, so I don't know how serious she was. Maybe she thought, rightfully so, I'd never be able to make up my mind. (should see me at a restaurant) So I did. Wonder how long I can hold out before she knows I bought one?
) You guys are the first to know...Now, just waiting on the delivery. Definitely by next week sometime.
