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I agree with Murf. If you can't find a solution from a local dealer, you can try one of the following to replace or modify your ROPS:

Angus-Palm Industries (http://www.angus-palm.com/), (605) 886-5681
Custom Products of Litchfield (http://www.800cabline.com/), (800) 222-5463
Full-Vision (http://www.full-vision.com/), (316) 283-3344
Saf-T-Cab (http://www.saftcab.com/), (209) 268-5541

ROPS Question
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 14 Post by KenB

I've found that Northern can be quite generous with their ratings on heavy duty equipment, so be careful if you plan to use that "1 ton" gear to its maximum capacity. I've also found that their service is great if you return a defective item, but much less pleasant if you're simply dissatisfied and want your money back.

Wagon running gear sources
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by KenB

I second Murph's cautions about pulling, but suggest you DON'T use a seatbelt on your ROPS-less L1500.

Clearing trees
Tractor Projects
Replies 16 Post by KenB

Long has had a good reputation for reliable, no-frills utility tractors, but have had a history of financial problems. They have recently diversified and are currently trying to play with the big boys in the multinational agribusiness league. Time will tell if they can be successful. Here's my concern. They now market 3 different tractor lines, manufactured in 3 different countries: LongTrac (by UTB, Romania), LandTrac (by LG, Korea), and FarmTrac (by Escorts, India). While this may help them guarantee a supply of new tractors to their dealers in case of supply problems with any one of their oems, it seems to me they may have difficulty keeping up with such a diversity of parts and service information for every make and model over time. Like Sears, I expect Long's parts availability for tractors more than a few years old to be spotty, at best. I don't know what your expectations are, but unlike cars, tractors are usually long-term investments. For me, this means seeking out manufacturers with excellent reputations for long-term support, such as Deere, Kubota, New Holland, Massey-Ferguson, etc. I agree your relationship with the local dealer is important, but his ability to support your Long tractor is almost completely dependent on Long's ability to support him.

Considering a Long
Long
Replies 7 Post by KenB

Book says bare 1993 250AS tractor cost was $6,395 new, now worth $4,220, $4,480 and $4,790 in fair, good and premium condition. Loader probably adds $1k to the value, mower probably $500 and rake $300. Around here (W PA) this brand doesn't do well on resale because parts are very hard to get. Things may be different in MA.

Belarus value
Belarus
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Consensus about China (Hardy) Diesel tractors:

Purchase price: very good
Ergonomics: poor
Fit & finish: poor
Reliability: fair to poor
Parts availability: fair to poor
Serviceability: fair to poor
Resale value: poor
Overall satisfaction level: very low

Your mileage may vary, but I doubt it.

china diesel
Kubota Tractors
Replies 3 Post by KenB

Intertec's Used Tractor Price Guide is a good source for this information. Lists all years and models for about a dozen foreign and domestic manufacturers, including new and used pricing, engine specs, gvw, etc. Find it at your local bookstore, or order from Amazon via the following link:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0872887316/kenburnerssmallt

Historical Prices
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Post your message on the Grey Market Tractor Club -
http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/greymarkettractorclub

Shibaura SD1843 Capacities
Shibaura
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Probably the most comprehensive collection of this kind of information is in Heartland's Farm Equipment Guide publications.

see http://www.farmequipmentguide.com/

prices on tractors and impliments
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by KenB

Try this link: http://www.classifiedsupersearch.com/ or poke around at Trader Online http://www.traderonline.com/

used iimplements
Operating and Attachments
Replies 2 Post by KenB

It is clear that Kubota wants to correspond with end-users through its dealer network.

Kubota Corporation Web Site
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by KenB

For a used one, see Trader Online at http://www.traderonline.com/ . Search for "tree spade" in the Heavy Equipment section. They have a handy email notification service; they'll send you a message when new ads with your keyword(s) come in.

Wanted Trailer mounted tree spade
Operating and Attachments
Replies 3 Post by KenB

Check with Wayne Foreman at Little Miami Trading Company in Ohio, (513) 877-3000.

ag tires for 22 quot rims
Parts and Repair
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Although soft cabs and inexpensive enclosures are common on small tractors for <u>heating</u> purposes, I've only seen air conditioned cabs on larger machines. This is probably because the compressor consumes several engine HP that the smaller machines can't spare. Not to say they don't exist, just that they're not common in my small area of the planet. <a href="http://www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/kb13/misc.htm">The FAQ</a> lists several manufacturers of cabs and enclosures, but your best bet may be to visit a few dealers in your area and discuss what's available.

cab and a c for compact
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by KenB

Look in the <i>FAQ</i> for info on Shibaura and other Japanese and grey market tractors: http://www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/kb13/ans_grey.htm

Looking for Shibaura Tractor Information
Shibaura
Replies 7 Post by KenB

Several dealers are listed on the Grey Market page in the FAQ. http://www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/kb13/ans_grey.htm.<br>

Hinomoto Parts
Hinomoto
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Contact information for Koyker is available on their web site at http://sdibi.northern.edu/koyker/.<br>

loader
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Steve's comments and cautions about backhoe use are valuable and accurate. I've run across a couple of books on equipment operation which may be interesting to you or other readers of this forum. Try your local library, or buy your own copy:<br>Backhoe Loader Operation, by R. Christian, available from Amazon via the following link: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0924659726/kenburnerssmallt.<br>Operating Techniques of the Tractor Loader Backhoe, by G. Ober, an extremely comprehensive book available from http://www.equiptrain.com/.<br>Moving the Earth, by H. Nichols, an encyclopedic volume containing everything about excavating techniques and the equipment used to do it. Available from Amazon via the following link: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0070464839/kenburnerssmallt.<br>

operate move tractor from backhoe seat
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 7 Post by KenB

I've never heard of a Yardman backhoe. Makers of small backhoe loaders include Terramite (http://www.terramite.com), Dig-It (http://www.yazookees.com/Products/digit.htm) and Ingersoll (http://www.ingersoll-inc.com/loader.html). New equipment prices are $20k and up. I've seen them used in the $8-10k range. A less expensive option is to equip an existing tractor with a loader and/or backhoe from CADplans (http://www.cadplans.com).<br>

YARDMAN BACKHOE
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 3 Post by KenB

Here are a couple of links to follow for more info:<br>Self-powered, towable mower decks<br>Bush Hog (http://www.bushhog.com/)<br>Cycle Country (http://www.cycle-country.com/)<br>Fuerst Bros. (http://www.fuerst-bros.com/mwrs.htm)<br>Haban Mfg., Racine, WI, (800) 411-7658.<br>Kunz Engineering (http://www.kunzeng.com/)<br>Swisher (http://www.swisherinc.com/)<br>

mowing around pond
Operating and Attachments
Replies 17 Post by KenB