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Try driving one first, if you haven't yet. I prefer a gear transmission, but I'm in the minority here.
The 790 is a very barebones tractor, no gimmicks. If you just want something to get the job done, it's a heck of a value. I got a quote of $15044 including FEL in southern York County. Currently running a 1991 Deere 670 (almost identical to the 790 except for engine capacity and tire sizes). I love this litle tractor..but my next will most likely be a 790.

JD 790
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Roy Jackson

No "click" when you turn the key? Sounds like one seriously dead battery.

790
John Deere Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Roy Jackson

Probably true...Ford doesn't own New Holland any longer

Ford A-Plan No More
New Holland Tractors
Replies 12 Post by Roy Jackson

I believe you'll find all of the new MFWD manual tranny machines have dual stage clutches available (might be an option).
My Deere 670 (a 1991 model) has the single stage clutch. A dual stage was optional, but I don't have one of my machine.
I strongly reccomend you go for the live or independent PTO. I really like my 670, but I would definitely prefer a live or independent PTO. I'm thinking about trading this sweet little tractor on a machine that has a dual stage clutch or independendent PTO. Since I'm not looking for a hydro transmission, that kind of limits my options.
I did price converting my machine, but it's cost prohibitive.

PTO Live vs Transmission Driven
New Holland Tractors
Replies 9 Post by Roy Jackson

The Deere #7 'hoe is the one designed for the 670. As long as you don't have unrealistic expectations of your machine...you should be OK with a 'hoe.
I've tried two smaller machines (a 750 and a 755, both with #7 'hoes) with backhoes...just to see how well they worked. Better then trenching with a shovel, but if I had any serious work to do, I'd rent a backhoe (about $250 or so for a day) then buy one.

which backhoe for JD 670
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 3 Post by Roy Jackson

The categories are rated by drawbar horsepower and weight, I believe.
The pin sizes for the upper and lower links get larger as the category number goes up.
Here are the sizes:
Diameter,
Draw Bar HP Upper Link Lower Link Spacing
Cat. 0- up to 20 5/8" 5/8" 20"
Cat 1- up to 45 3/4" 7/8" 26"
Cat 2- 40 to 100 1" 1 1/8" 32"
Cat 3- 80 to 225 1-1/4" 1-7/16" 38"
Cat 4- 180 to 400 1 3/4" 2" 46

On my Deere 670, the upper link is 3/4", the lowers are 5/8". Engine HP is 19, PTO HP is 16.5.

So, at least with the compact tractors, there appears to be a bit of a combination of Cat 0 and Cat. 1.

790
John Deere Tractors
Replies 17 Post by Roy Jackson

You could try other Dealers, but reckon you won't have much luck finding a new one in the Deere inventory.

Might try Machinefinder.com to look for a used one.

John Deere 855
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Roy Jackson

Is the #70 Loader assembled? Do you have the tractor frame mounts on? Are the hydraulic lines in place?
If assembled and you have the mounts on (which the operator's manual doesn't cover), it's basically using the loader hydraulics to mount it on the tractor. Toughest thing is to figure out is which line does what. Assuming you have the color coded bands on the tractor and loader, it's easy....just match them (make sure you relieve ALL pressure on the tractor side by moving the joystick in all directions).

You'll need Operator's Manual OMM115223 Issue K1 which covers the #'s 60, 70 and 70A loaders.

I've got one, but it's pretty ragged. If you can't get one from the dealer, e-mail me.

If you loader is disassembled, or needs parts to mount, I can't help you.

Wanted Manual for Deere 70 Loader
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Roy Jackson

Well, it's when you think you can afford it. Is the tractor really required for more then mowing?

But mostly...do you want a tractor, or a lawn mower? Most of us probably don't need a tractor, but we wanted one...just needed a justification.

Remember how, when you were a kid, you played with Tonka toys in the sandbox? Well, now I've got a bigger sandbox!

When to buy a real tractor
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Roy Jackson

I thought about getting one of these for my 670. I suggest you do a search for "670" and "sickle bar mowers".

Basically, there's a potential for side roll-overs and the sickle bars are a bear for maintenance. However, I wasn't going to cut hay. I was going to get one in lieu of a rotary cutter.

Smaller Sickle bar mowers use
Kubota Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Roy Jackson

Try Machine finder.com or Macherylink.com. I'm no expert on pricing, but I think he's at least a couple thousand high for a private seller.

buying a used B2400
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Roy Jackson

"(what to do...to fill or not to fill)I have a ferguson t0-30 with filled tires and it's a tank, I love the extra weight, but i dont want to cause problems for myself down the road by filling the 790 tires. Any suggestions.
Thanks Ron L. (New Park PA)"

I don't expect you'd have any problems if you filled your tires to the 75% mark (just above the top of the wheel with the valve being at the 12:00 O'Clock position).
As for added wear on the drive train components...I suppose in theory the added weight would add some inertia to the initial rotation of the wheels, but since we're doing about 11 MPH max, just can't see this being an issue.
My 670's tires are loaded.....friend of mine with an 855 has had his loaded (with calcium choride) for 15 years with no adverse affect.

Ron, you're in New Park. If that's the town I'm thinking of (between Stewartstown and Fawn Grove), you might want to try Southern York County Turf and Tractor. They fill with windshield washer fluid.

790 deere
John Deere Tractors
Replies 24 Post by Roy Jackson

By "large area", how many acres do you mean?

This machine has ~17 HP. It'll pull a 48" rotary cutter, if you're cutting brush (which the mid mount mower won't handle).
That 600' drive could be a hassle plowing (depending on how much snow you normally get. The HP should be able to handle a 48" blower. You'll probably need a 3 point hitch type snow blower, by the way). Otherwise, that's a heck of a drive to push with a blade.

I would find out if the cooling system is a thermo-syphon type.

Buying a B7100HSD Maybe
Kubota Tractors
Replies 19 Post by Roy Jackson

If he's not willing to stand behind his product, I'd walk away. I'd expect a 30 day warranty...no more then that though.
As a broker, he probably doesn't have a lot or shop, does he? If so, he'd have to contract out any maintenance or warranty work.
Of course, the price sounds good. If you check on machinerylink.com and machinefinder.com and get prices, you may find $9000 to be a good price.
Then, it depends on how much risk you want to take.
But if you're nervous, walk away...

1997 JD 855 4X4
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Roy Jackson

Try
http://www.machinerylink.com/

Lower left corner, you'll see a link for used tractor prices. This should get you somewhere in the ball park.

1991 JD 770 2WD - Mow Deck PTO Tiller
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Roy Jackson

If you haven't read your Operator's manual thoroughly, I suggest you do so...

My old 670 manual gives instructions for adjusting the throttle linkage

Throttle Control
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Roy Jackson

In response to Mike Lane's intial question..do you need Live or independent PTO? Nope...
Is Live or Independent preferable? No doubt about it!! We all concur on that.
But, if the 2600 Kubota matches your nbeeds otherwise, and is a good price...go for it, Mike!

BTW, when I initially engage the PTO lever, I'm at idle RPM. But, when shifting from a forward gear to reverse, I don't slow down the engine. On a gear tranny, it is going to be a bit slower and more deliberate. Can you live with that?

Is a LIVE PTO really that important
Kubota Tractors
Replies 28 Post by Roy Jackson

You might even find a 6' blade would work well with your 4100.
I plow (snow)in reverse mostly. My blade (an ancient blade...probably off a Ford since it's blue) doesn't rotate 180�. For me to rotate it, I'd have to unbolt the brackets, rotate the blade (heavy!!) and rebolt. Not worth the effort.
Pushing with the convex side doesn't do as much damage to the gravel drive as the concave side does (less tendency to dig in). We've had two 7"-8" snows this year...it works quite well. There will be a tendency for the blade to ride up over a heavy or packed snow, so I might have to make more then one pass.

4100 Rear Blade
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Roy Jackson

That may have been soot burning out of the exhaust system. Tractor's probably been idled for hours.

Kubota B6200 engine
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Roy Jackson

Kind of high to me...for that kind of money, I'd be hard pressed to buy a used machine. With interesr rates for new machines as low as they are, it's probably cheaper to go for a new one.

In fact, why sell yours? Sounds like a nice set up you've got there.

But your price is $3-4 thousand too high.

John Deere 855 tractor - loader backhoe
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Roy Jackson