Power-Trac purchase

[SnowRidge]

We had the seals on both rear motors fail, the first at 8 hours, the second weeped, but never quit, so after 10 months, I replaced it. PT said that they had never had it happen.

Peter

They need to replace that stuck recording.

I've also had two motors lose seals. In the case of the "high torque" White motors on the 425s, PT got a shipment of bad motors from White with hard seals. That according to one of the PT sales staff who was venting to me in regard to White and how they do business. It seems White wouldn't take them back and only offered to send PT new seals. Talk about the kettle and the pot.

 

[ponytug]

I called PT and spoke with Terry, who says that the 1445 trailer is rated at 10,000lbs, with 2x5,000lb axles. He says most people don't fully stock the trailer. (I asked about those who did...and got an answer along of the lines of "well, you could add bigger axles, but why worry?")

My aluminum trailer has two Dana 7,000 lb axles. The trailer is specified at 12,000 GVWR, as it is not uncommon for manufacturers to derate, just not PT.

All the best,

Peter

7,000 GVWR trailers are commonly built with 3,500 lb axles. I believe that is what is being referred to here.

 

[SnowRidge]

I called PT and spoke with Terry, who says that the 1445 trailer is rated at 10,000lbs, with 2x5,000lb axles. He says most people don't fully stock the trailer. (I asked about those who did...and got an answer along of the lines of "well, you could add bigger axles, but why worry?")

My aluminum trailer has two Dana 7,000 lb axles. The trailer is specified at 12,000 GVWR, as it is not uncommon for manufacturers to derate, just not PT.

All the best,

Peter

The 7,000 lb discussion is regarding the 1430 trailer, not the 1445. Mobil1's complaint was that his 7,000 lb PT trailer grossed out at 8,600 lbs. The question is or was this: Is the 1430 trailer still a 7,000 lb unit with a 10K option, or did they go to a 10K trailer as standard?

What we don't know is how Mobil1 got to 8,600 lbs. Was it just his PT and PT built implements on the standard trailer, or was there something else on there?

 

[horticattleman]

Good luck

 

[ToolcatWonka5610]

So lately, I've been away from PTs for awhile (I'm a High School Freshman OK?!?). A few days ago I was showing my Dad somethings about the 1445. While on the site, he pointed to a PT and asked what that one was. It was the 1430. I told him about it and he seems to think it my be better for us than the 1445. Only thing is the lift is only 1200lbs. Everything else we like about the 1430. Nice size, price and other stuff.

We haven't forgot about the 1845 either. Too expensive new (we can afford it but we wouldn't be able to get many attachments). Isn't a 1845 a 1430 with a 45hp engine, Dual wheels ad different pumps and stuff basiclly?

Any have any opinions on the 1430 for Landscaping work?

 

[IrTxRx]

Regarding the 1430, i just posted my 1 year review. Perfect machine for landscaping (especially being able to get into small spaces), as long as you have access to a well equiped hydraulic shop. See my recent post.

 

[ponytug]

The 1430 is a 30HP version of the 1445, which is 45HP. Lift, mowing width all go up or down proportionately.

The 18XX are dual tire versions specifically designed for steep slopes, and there are a number of engineering changes from the motors to the width of the tub to the motor attachments that have been altered to support the steep slope functions.

Does that help?

I looked at the 1430 and decided for my steep slopes that I need more horsepower. YMMV. On the other hand, I thought that I need the 1800lb lift, which I do, but having used a PT for awhile, I realize that I don't need that often and for lift alone, I could have gotten by with 1430, without issue, as the recent post by IrTxRX succinctly summarizes.

All the best,

Peter

So lately, I've been away from PTs for awhile (I'm a High School Freshman OK?!?). A few days ago I was showing my Dad somethings about the 1445. While on the site, he pointed to a PT and asked what that one was. It was the 1430. I told him about it and he seems to think it my be better for us than the 1445. Only thing is the lift is only 1200lbs. Everything else we like about the 1430. Nice size, price and other stuff.

We haven't forgot about the 1845 either. Too expensive new (we can afford it but we wouldn't be able to get many attachments). Isn't a 1845 a 1430 with a 45hp engine, Dual wheels ad different pumps and stuff basiclly?

Any have any opinions on the 1430 for Landscaping work?

 

[ToolcatWonka5610]

One thing I've been wondering about; what the heck is Draft control?
I've heard of it but I have no clue what it does.

 

[ToolcatWonka5610]

One thing I've been wondering about; what the heck is Draft control?
I've heard of it but I have no clue what it does.

Never Mind Chris at PT told me what it is. I'm familiar with a Draft Control. The machine we were looking at before PT, Ventrac, had it. I know it as Weight Transfer but every company has a different name for it.

Also, Chris told me that the man in Mayville that has a 1445 that were going to go see also has a 1430. Now thats convience! It's a newer 2007 model.

 

[Gravy]

(I'm a High School Freshman OK?!?)

I've just gotta comment on this.

I'm absolutely delighted to welcome a high school freshman who:

Can spell.

Can ask sensible questions.

WILL ask questions.

WILL LISTEN to the answers.

AND THEN DECIDES FOR HIMSELF!!!

Keep at it!