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Wait till you hit pine roots and rocks with a tiller. Not to mention a speed of .5mph. For field work, a tiller is great for seed bed finishing, but for deer plots? All that is required is a light and shallow tillage.

PLOWING AND TILLING
John Deere Tractors
Replies 32 Post by marklugo

Ya'll might be suprised to find that the actual numbers of tractors sold in the US is around 130k mark. This includes most CUT's and all larger tractors. Last year, Mahindra sold 5000 of them. So did Long. Belarus was around 5000 -7000 before recent troubles. There are currently around 40-50 tractor lines selling in the US right now. One point of interest, The gray market tractors cannot be tracked in this manner. I would say that at least 20k or so (according to my experience with various dealers) are sold. It is not umcommon for a dealer to sell over 100 tractors this way per year.

Who are the Top 10 CUT Manufacturers
Parts and Repair
Replies 18 Post by marklugo

Unverferth is a good company that specializes in making custom dual wheels. Contact them and try to get some clamp-ons.

BX22 Duals
Kubota Tractors
Replies 6 Post by marklugo

I think your option is a little heavy for the tractor. You might try just a 5'.

Smaller Sickle bar mowers use
Kubota Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Art White

I recall a discussion awhile back about a twin return hose rad but I can't recall if it was Kubota of JD. I seem to remember there was an odd cooling problem that can happen and one of the hoses was disconnected. My recollection could be off here, but if that's right then maybe the heater and plugged hose (that shouldn't dangle) may not be so bad.

Does sound kind of screwy but it's kind of difficult to second guess a dealer who's sold the part and come up the procedure for installing it. Difficult to second guess design as well. On many engines there would be a passage from the lower hose port up the front of the engine, through the water pump, and out the exhaust manifold back to the rad. The thermostat would block the passage when it's closed. However, that would provide a path for heated water to siphon back to the rad rather than through the block unless the upper hose angles down from the engine to the rad. Granted this issue is more of theoretical than practical interest.

Block Heater for B2150
Kubota Tractors
Replies 15 Post by TomG

I'd take Leonard at his word and not expect the 4043 engine to cross to one supported by NH. Tractortips is pretty good for specs and I haven't found a better source. I have noted what I think are occasional errors in their data.

If looking at the tractor to buy there might be some evaluation tips in the archives but I can't remember a recent discussion. In general, it's appearance, hours and does everything work and sound right. The engine should not smoke (blue, gray or while) except gray puffs on acceleration. The TX and range gears should engage easily and there should be an inch or less clutch pedal free-play. Working with a bit of a load, the clutch should be solid and the TX shouldn't pop out of gear forward or reverse. If it has fairly low hours the seat should be decent and there should be some paint on the pedals and deck. Other people may contribute better tips.

Irrespective of the tractor's condition, I'd be certain that a plan for getting local parts and service is in place.

Regarding CUT definitions I think there is a long and indeterminate discussion on the subject in the archives. Personally I think CUT means about anything a marketing division wants it to mean. My impression is that the term originally was a marketing invention designed to bring typical Japanese Farm tractors to N.A. and distinguish them from the typical N.A. utilities that have been around for decades. I'm not even sure that Ford figured out the term since 2110 refers either to a mid-80's diesel compact and to a 60's gas utility tractor.

Shibaura SD4043 Information
Shibaura
Replies 10 Post by TomG

Paul: I know the old slush out the chute problem. Fortunately it hasn't happened here this winter, but there is freezing rain forecast for Saturday. Generally my blower will throw slush 10' or so and doesn't clog too often unless I clutch the pto before the auger is cleared. I've never tried various 'non-stick' sprays you sometimes hear about. Usually my loader does the job OK when the blower doesn't.

I asked about the slow idle because a gimpy governor sometimes will show up at slow rpm's. Many manuals spec for both max and min no-load rpm's, and each can be adjusted. 1450 rpm sounds like what is called a fast idle for many engines and a min no-load would be less. Many diesels won't warm up at much below 1500 rpm or so.

I think most engines can be expected to hold steady speed at lower rpm's and there may be specs in repair manuals rather than owners' manuals. It's often good to give an engine a few minutes cool down at low rpm's after hard runs.

RPM drops after throttle opened
Parts and Repair
Replies 16 Post by TomG

Hi Sam

I just picked up a Kubota sight unseen that had been sitting for 4 years accumulating a total of 3 hrs. I was advised on this board that I might find the tires and other rubber parts to have degraded. Indeed it turned out to be true. The front tires are showing considerable lateral cracking. I am not noticing any air leakage (only had it 2 days) so I cannot say it is a performance issue yet. I haven't checked belts and other rubber parts yet. I will bet that they can be warranteed. You might want to take a look out for this kind of stuff. Also be sure to ask about the manuals.

Good luck

Dealers Cost
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Petrops

soarkrebel, Part right on the Mahindra's. The CUT's are made in Korea and have Kioti engines. The Utility tractors IE: 4500, 5500 and 6000 are made in India.
I think your experience with the L2600 and L3000 is geographical. In the Northeast they are duds. Hydros are in most all of the smaller CUT's up here. The Grans L's 3010, now 3130 sell much better than the plain L's and the B/BX series go like hotcakes. Even a Grand L with a GST is a slow mover in this area. People buying these tractors up here are not farmers, but homeowners with little or no tractor experience and a large tract of land to maintain. My particular tract of land was a dairy farm, but that was a long time ago.
You got a great deal on your L3000. My local dealer advertises $14,500 for just the tractor and FEL. My point was not that there was anything wrong with an L3000, just to know more about what he was purchasing and not to max out his purchase on the tractor and not have any implements. I personally don't think you can go wrong with any Korean or Japanese tractor, it's just what suits your application best. The only way to know that is to educate yourself by shopping, looking, asking and trying.
Pacesetter

new L3000DT
Kubota Tractors
Replies 18 Post by Pacesetter

If you only have 3 acres, I don't think you need a 12 to 15-K tractor. I just bought a Chinese tractor for 15 acres and its doing fine. I'm not doing much with it except for moving wood, scaping the road and mowing. I saved over 5-K on a 38 hp tractor. If I was running a farm, maybe I consider spending the extra cash. check out these site: http://www.ccequip.com/taskmaster.htm or http://www.tractors-etc.com/tasmastmuttr.html. These are the ones I've deat with but there are a number of improved (americanized) chinese tractors out there.

Gray Market Compacts
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 6 Post by STSIMON

Do you have any idea why the original owner traded it with only two hundred hours? Maybe he didn't think he needed 4WD or a sync reverser/hydro either.
Like Mark said, any amount of loader work and 4WD really makes life easier. Same for the sync reverser or hydro. Sounds like this 4310 would make a nice tractor for a nursery. For a much more useful tractor get 4WD and the upgraded tranny.
JMHO
Pacesetter

Should I Buy Used 4310 Price Check
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by Pacesetter

I have 1986 Massey Ferguson 1010 for sale. It is a 2 wheel drive with hydro transmission with 900 hours. It has a 54 inch belly mount mower deck. Asking $5500 or OBO.

If interested please contact me.

Thank You,
Ron Kaiser
Wisconsin
(608)744-8493

Massey Ferguson 1010
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Ron Kaiser

Yes Peters, at that price, I'd say it would have been worth paying shipping. Oh well, at least someone got a good deal.

Synthetic Oil Shell Rotella
Parts and Repair
Replies 78 Post by Billy

do you still have the turf tires? call 336 961 2670 day i live in n.c. thanks

Want to trade JD 1050 Turf Tires w Rims for Agri Tires Rims
John Deere Tractors
Replies 4 Post by t doub

Under your circumstances, I would go with the Deere too. You know the salesman, the dealer is closest and the price is in the ballpark. Your buddy wants you to deal with him because Deere usually isn't in the ballpark with the other guys pricewise.
I have only one suggestion. I would ask your buddy about the 4310. Both Deere dealers I went to advised me to seriously consider that model over the 4210. Horsepower in tractors is like money in the bank, you can never have too much. The most power you can afford in the size you want is usually the best way to go. You can either run a bigger implement or put less strain on the unit running the same size. Both dealers also concluded that the 4410 was too much money over the 4310 for the added benefit, thus the 4310 recommendation.
Good Luck and enjoy your new tractor!
Pacesetter

NEED HELP- HN TC29D JD 4210 OR CASE DX29
Operating and Attachments
Replies 7 Post by Pacesetter

Read "The Ugly American", a paperback version has been out for decades (I read it in the mid 60's). It gives some fine examples of how our foreign policies are screwed up, it has just gotten worse since then. One thing that impressed me during the earthquakes in Japan a few years ago was the citizens response when our obnoxious reporters were sticking microphones in front of the victims asking them if they had insurance or government assistance to rebuild. They seemed puzzled by the question and answered that they are responsible for themselves, no one gives them money to fix what nature destroyed. Personal responsibility and a good work ethic bred into a workforce by pride and family creates a greater potential to build products that are superior to those knocked out by someone without those qualities. IMO :>

Kioti Problems - comparisons to JD Kubota NH
Kioti Tractors
Replies 51 Post by cutter

I have a JOhn Deere 650 1989model for sale. It has 320 hours on it. Never used for mowing; always in garage; excellent condition. Looks fine, runs fine. Turf tires with lugs on rear turf with tread on front. Also have 5-foot blade, carry all and boom pole. What kind of price should I be asking? Would consider used Gator or large riding mower on trade.

John Deere 650
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Dewey Olson

There are a few known minor problems with the class III Boomers. One could ( but shouldn't) have been the reason for the trade. Biggest is a thermostat issue that doesn't allow the engine to come up to temp. Some, under a certain set of circumstances, have had a problem with the fan hitting the cooling shroud. The others that I know about are bad welds on the hydro pedals and fogging of the instruments. All minor issues and all taken care of under warranty.

The majority of the people who own them love them and are amazed at the work they do. I would expect the average retail (sell price) around the country to be about $25K - $26K for your package. To cut to the chase, you stole it!!

Should you have any second thoughts, I'll be at your place this weekend and take it off your hands for what you paid for it - strictly as a favor to a fellow Tractorpoint member you understand!!

Seriously good luck, I envy you!
Pacesetter

TC45 package price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Pacesetter

So?
No new magma either?
Someday some volcano will squirt the last of the ancient lava and then volcano's as we know them will pass into history?

Just checking.

I would sign this "the carbon fairy" but I don't want you guys to get the wrong idea and don't want to start a stampede from a nearby California coastal city.

Oil Reserves
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 25 Post by DRankin

it was -8 the other morning and the 3054 cried a little but she started. Was thinking about a block heater but hey it doesn't bother me to let her warm up.

cold but it started
Kioti Tractors
Replies 1 Post by KIOTIMAN