Price Check 4520 with cab price

[WH401]

While a leak can be a worry with a filled tire, I feel the benefits of the filled tire out weigh it. One, filling the tire is probably going to be cheaper than the wheels weights, and possibly heavier as well. Secondly, filling the tire makes it solid and removes that springiness you encounter when going over bumps with just air filled tires. Third, filling the tires is going to give you slightly better stability because it's going to put the greatest amount of weight at the lowest possible point closest to the ground. Fourth, filling the tires puts all that extra weight on the actual tire that is resting on the ground, instead of the wheel weight which puts more weight on the axle.

Definitely check to see what the dealer uses before you opt for filling the tires though. If RimGuard is available than I would recommend getting that. It might cost a little more, but it's benefits are worth it. It's heavier than water alone, biodegradable, freeze resistant down to near -40, and it's non-corrosive.

 

[ddivinia]

I have the standard exhaust on my 4520 and I am glad it is the horizontal exhaust. It is one less thing in your eye sight. You can haul it and not worry about something going down the stack, etc.

The vertical stack looks cool, but I passed with it on my 4520.

D.

 

[AKfish]

If you can get the dealer to fill your tires with RimGuard for free -- GO FOR IT!! As WH401 indicated, the weight from filled tires is where you want it - down low and off the axle.

You can get nearly as much weight in 1 filled tire as you can with ALL the available 6 weights on the rears.

It's nearly a toss up with the vertical exhaust option - IMO. It looks cool and it does help dissipate the fumes away from the cab... but it gets in the way when using the loader and hinders your ability to see across the hood.

If it was included in the price of the tractor and not an added charge - I'd likely get it - but if I was paying more to have it; well... I wouldn't likely bother.

Good luck with your new tractor.

AKfish

 

[3500DIESEL]

I will talk to the dealer today about filling the tires I do belive it is rim guard I know a few people that bought from there an got there tires filled for nothing with rim guard my uncle included, an that is a good point the exhaust is a $200+ option will have to see about it. Thanks for the help.

 

[ddivinia]

I will talk to the dealer today about filling the tires I do belive it is rim guard I know a few people that bought from there an got there tires filled for nothing with rim guard my uncle included, an that is a good point the exhaust is a $200+ option will have to see about it. Thanks for the help.

Rim Guard gets high marks.

I would not go with the vertical exhaust unless you are worried about catching the grass on fire, etc.

D.

 

[3500DIESEL]

sorry I couldnt get on here in a day or so been a little busy, but I stoped to the JD dealer an they said I can get a 4520 with what I want for just under 38k so Im going to ponder the thought of it a little more, but I think im going to go for.. Thanks for your help guys.

 

[ddivinia]

sorry I couldnt get on here in a day or so been a little busy, but I stoped to the JD dealer an they said I can get a 4520 with what I want for just under 38k so Im going to ponder the thought of it a little more, but I think im going to go for.. Thanks for your help guys.

What is the break down on that quote?

D.

 

[3500DIESEL]

its with everything I listed but the vertical exhaust you all think its good or bad?

 

[jenkinsph]

If the price includes sales tax and all delivery costs for $38,000 then I think it is OK. The dealer can still make a profit (that is why he is in business) and you get a good deal too.



Steve

 

[ddivinia]

its with everything I listed but the vertical exhaust you all think its good or bad?

Seems to be fair and in the ballpark.

D.

 

[jerrynycom]

Just curious how much more the telescopic links are?

 

[ddivinia]

Just curious how much more the telescopic links are?

I think $175.

D.

 

[jerrynycom]

Dont know why I didnt get it last year with my 4720, got every other option available! Maybe cause I use Imatch, does that make sense?

 

[ddivinia]

Right - most people say one or the other. I ditched my i-match. Too many non-imatch implements.

D.

 

[radman1]

its with everything I listed but the vertical exhaust you all think its good or bad?

The advantage of the vertical exhaust is the fumes. If you do work around the tractor, especially the loader area, the fumes get annoying. Another disadvantage of the horizontal exhaust is in soot depostion on the loader and engine cover. Not with the vertical exhaust. A third advantage of the vertical, is it just looks too cool. If you want to add it later the cost is not great. However, if you buy it with the purchase, the dealer will probably cut the hole in the hood (takes a large keyhole saw) and put it on for free.

The noise level is the same. Vertical exhaust is taller but the cab is still higher than the exhaust. The vertical exhauset is easy to remove- just lift it off to open the hood. It even has a protective gaurd to grab so you can remove it when it is hot. My JD 5300 required leather gloves or towel around the vertical stack to remove it when hot.

I also added the horn later- $35. With a cab, no one can hear you if their attention is needed. Honk the horn, a few hand signals, and your good to go!

I bought my 3720 cab nearly completely loaded with most options. Bought the tractor for 18% off list including all options. Dealer added all options at no labor cost which is a $$ saver unless you do it yourself later. This is probably a better price than most dealers will give.

 

[jenkinsph]

If you work by yourself alot as I do, you may find it best to have both telescopic links and I Match. It is easier to hang the IMatch adaptor on the tractor than it is for me to move the MX6 or other heavy implements. My BB1284 is heavy and is not I Match compatible and I now use a combination of top and tilt with the telescopic links to make this doable by myself. So the ability to choose under varying circumstances is a real plus.



As far as the horizontal vs. vertical exhaust goes you have to weigh the benefits against the inconveinence of removing the stack to open the hood.




Steve

 

[WH401]

As far as the horizontal vs. vertical exhaust goes you have to weigh the benefits against the inconveinence of removing the stack to open the hood.




Steve

Honestly, people, is it that hard/complicated/time consuming to spend a second to remove a piece of metal pipe that comes off so simply? Really?

 

[ddivinia]

Honestly, people, is it that hard/complicated/time consuming to spend a second to remove a piece of metal pipe that comes off so simply? Really?

It might be when it is new, but after a number of years I bet you will hate it.

D.

 

[radman1]

It might be when it is new, but after a number of years I bet you will hate it.

D.

I think you are vastly over exaggerating the complexity of removing the muffler. How many times a month or year does the hood get opened? Maybe 1-2 times a month? It may take me 20 seconds, to remove the pipe, set it on the ground, pick it up again and reinstall.

 

[WH401]

It might be when it is new, but after a number of years I bet you will hate it.

D.

I cut grass every 10 days, so so far since I have had the tractor I have used it 9 times for that. On top of that I can't even remember the numerous times I have used it to do other things. I store the tractor under a tarp for the time being so the exhaust has to be installed/removed every time I use the tractor. I have yet to find it bothersome because 1. it is soooooooo simple to do, and 2. I would rather have the vertical exhaust and not eat fumes all day.

And to add another thing, before this JD, the only FEL tractor I had to use was an IH 340. It has a vertical exhaust which has to be installed/removed every time it's used and I have no problem with that either for the same exact reasons.