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Thanks for the answers.

Will turf tires be too big of a handicap on packed snow/ice?

FYI, we don't get long winters here. We get snow followed by a little melt, followed by cold,.... you get the idea. It sounds like a snowblower is overkill, but in a good way.

Is there any way the tractor can help break up pack ice? Tire chains?

Dave

What snow removal method for me
Snowblowers / Snow Plows
Replies 17 Post by dgeesaman

1) When I see "FWD" listed in the specs of a tractor, I assume that means it is a 4WD tractor? (as in, all tractors are rear wheel 2WD, so if it's got FWD it's now 4WD?)<br>
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2) Is it reasonable to assume I can service it myself? I've done numerous automotive jobs (I rebuild manual trannys in my spare time), but I've got no diesel or ag experience. Are factory service manuals and parts lists for all the major brands?<br>
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3) When looking used, how many hours would you say a tractor a) might need the engine rebuilt b) definitely needs the engine rebuilt? <br>
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4) In buying used, any quick tips on things that are particularly expensive/difficult to fix? The gotchas that most buyers might overlook?<br>
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Thanks again. The answers to my last thread were very helpful.<br>
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Dave

Few more basic questions
Operating and Attachments
Replies 9 Post by dgeesaman

No offense, but that is a horrible pasture in that pic.

One of our pet peeves as horse boarders is pastures that grow tall with weeds that choke out the grass. Mow the pastures every week or two in summer is part of our plan to keep the pastures in the best possible condition.

Thanks for the point about brush hog on a subcompact. That is definitely one tool that we may benefit from in the future. I'll consider a brush hog in my purchase plan.

Tractor or mower
Operating and Attachments
Replies 18 Post by dgeesaman