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I am in the need for a new chainsaw and the brands I am considering are Echo or Stihl. I know that the Stihl is quite established and considered the best, however, we bought an Echo string trimmer and have gotten more service from it than we deserve. I learned that the Echo has a chromed steel cylinder wall and piston, even on their cheaper models. I haven't heard much input on Echo and would appreciate some feedback from you guys.<br>
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Thanks as always.<br>
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Chas1254

Stihl or Echo Chainsaw
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 6 Post by chas1254

We got the LK3054 with a KL1230 loader and R4 tires. The dealer welded 3 hooks on the top of the bucket for us. We are looking forward to getting it dirty.

Fair Price for 1993 JD 755
John Deere Tractors
Replies 14 Post by chas1254

Thanks to all of you Tractor Point regulars. We just purchased a LK3054. We take delivery next weekend. This forum really helped us to be comfortable and secure in our choice. We look forward to learning more thanks to all of you.<br>
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Charles & Donna

Thanks for the help we bought a LK3054
Kioti Tractors
Replies 2 Post by chas1254

We too are looking for a tractor and are considering the LK3054. We also looked at the B7800, but were surprized how lightweight the Kubota was. The 4WD Kioti weighs in at 2,974 lbs vs the Kubota at 1,741 lbs. While you can add weight to the Kubota, why pay more for a lighter tractor? Doesn't a heavier tractor make for better field work and offset heavy objects while lifting? Of course, you are comparing a hydro to a shuttle trans. With the hydo you sacrifice horse power for the convienience of not having to shift. We are also considering the JD 790 and the NH TC30. From what we have seen listed on Tractor Point, it pretty much is a matter of taste. Everyone has certain preferences and some people have had good experiences with a certain make of tractor while others have not. Some people have loyalty to a particular make. What it boils down to is what you feel is best for your application. Quite a few of the folks who have responded to our questions here at tractor point have urged us to try them all out extensively. Seems like good advise to me. Good luck in your quest.

Kioti LK 3054 - Opinions Please
Kioti Tractors
Replies 18 Post by chas1254

Thank you all for your replies. The applications we will using this tractor for are snow removal, brush hogging, tearing down a wooden pole barn, and removing 3 tractor-trailer trailers that we were blessed with when we bought the property from my Dad. We have tried to give them away, but to no avail, so we are stuck cutting them up and hauling them out in pieces to a junk yard. So the tractor we choose will need to lift heavy objects. We need to stay in the 13k to 15k price range. Again, thanks for all of your help.

3 tractor comparison
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 14 Post by chas1254

We have discussed purchasing and 1970ish Ford 3000 with a Ford front end loader and about 3300 hours for $5000 or $4000 with a trade of our 1939 Farmall C. The C needs a great deal of work, but does run. The Ford is gas and is in fair condition. Does not smoke and starts easily when stone cold. Is this a fair deal?

Fair Price for 1970ish Ford 3000
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 3 Post by chas1254