Pulled the trigger on 2520 today....

Ed G · Nov 9, 2009

Well, the used 2520 I was looking at was sold out from under me, and - after some lengthly soul-searching an web-surfing (especially here on TBN) - I finally decided on a BRAND SPANKIN' NEW 2520.....I just got home from my local JD dealer where I put a deposit on a 2520, 200cx w/61" and 46 BH w/16" ....I am very, very excited (with the occasion bout of buyers remorse)!!

So, now the wait for confirmation of when everything will be delivered - dealer estimates 2.5 weeks...ANTICIPATION!!

QUESTION: I am contemplating having the rear wheels filled (I have a pretty hilly property)...dealer has quoted me $300 for both tires w/Calcium Chloride to include the tubes - any thoughts, suggestions or concerns on this?

bp fick · Nov 9, 2009

Congratulations!!! Wow, how great is that?

Calcium Chloride? Naw, don't put that stuff in there. Sorry to be so blunt. Ask a hundred guys and get a hundred opinions, but I'd put beet juice if I was going to do anything.

BTW, we will want pix!

ChuckinNH · Nov 9, 2009

I would suggest that you try to get some version of Rim Guard, or windshield washer fluid, etc. to load the tires with. I've seen far too many used tractors with rusted rims from the CC.

Ed G · Nov 9, 2009

Yes, yes - pictures are a must, I understand

Thanks for the quick feedback on the CC....

mrtfelton · Nov 9, 2009

I used RV antifreeze that goes in the water pipes from autozone. Want hurt the environment and its 2.50 a gallon. Used about 6 gallons per rear tire.

WH401 · Nov 9, 2009

Congrats. I'll suggest that you look into getting RimGuard as well, it can't be beat for a tire ballast. Calcium chloride, even in tubes, is just too damaging to be run in a tire for ballast. We had CC in the rear tires on an IH 340, which caused noticeable damage to the wheels, but thankfully not enough to make them un-usable.

Good luck with your new machine.

deereboy72 · Nov 9, 2009

as wh401 said rim guard may not be as heavy but is it less damaging and cheaper was helping a friend move brush and he drove forward and popped the valve off and out comes shooting calcium chloride asked him how much to fix and refill the tires he said 1000$ not sure if it really cost that much or not

Deadman · Nov 10, 2009

You will LOVE the 2520, especially because noone has molested it!

jenkinsph · Nov 10, 2009

Enjoy the new tractor and be careful on those hills.

Steve

JDGREEN4ME · Nov 10, 2009

Ed G said:
Well, the used 2520 I was looking at was sold out from under me, and - after some lengthly soul-searching an web-surfing (especially here on TBN) - I finally decided on a BRAND SPANKIN' NEW 2520.....I just got home from my local JD dealer where I put a deposit on a 2520, 200cx w/61" and 46 BH w/16" ....I am very, very excited (with the occasion bout of buyers remorse)!!

So, now the wait for confirmation of when everything will be delivered - dealer estimates 2.5 weeks...ANTICIPATION!!

Congratulations! I am looking for a similar set up, how much off list were you able to get?

saskman49 · Nov 10, 2009

Congrats on the new ride. I am sure as others have stated you will love it. I have all 4 on my 2320 with tubes and calcium in them as no one up here has ever heard of rimguard.

bp fick · Nov 10, 2009

Rimguard, beet juice, RV antifreeze, Windshield fluid. All choices with less issues.

Take care of the new machine and enjoy.

Runner · Nov 10, 2009

Congratulations, Ed! I'll bet you're gonna love it.

My one suggestion is to be sure that it is delivered with the new style draft arms so you won't have to battle with the tire clearance issues some of us on here have known.

Can't wait to see the pics.

Best of luck with your purchase.

Ed G · Nov 10, 2009

Thanks forfeed the back folks!

JDGREEN4ME - I was able to get 12% off of list...I could have gotten ~13-14% if I would have paid 100% cash. Evidently JD Credit "charges" the dealer when they provide any financing (I financed ~25% of the final price via the 0% for 4 years currently offered).
Thanks, Ed

Ed G · Dec 6, 2009

Well, after several weeks of anxious waiting my new 2520 finally arrived on Friday safe & sound! Attached are pics of my new "gloat"...yes, the bucket is a bit dirty - I couldn't help getting a little work in once I started her up!! Since Friday i have also cleaned-up a HUGE manure pile, re-graded in front of our barn, spread some sand in a riding arena AND done some snow-plowing for our first real snowfall here in northeast PA (only ~4" to 5")....

Also, I decided against filling the rear tires for now....

Ductape · Dec 7, 2009

Nice ! Congratulations.......... good to see dirt (or poop) on the bucket already.

WH401 · Dec 7, 2009

Very nice, have fun with it.

glc24 · Dec 7, 2009

Ed G said:
Thanks forfeed the back folks!

JDGREEN4ME - I was able to get 12% off of list...I could have gotten ~13-14% if I would have paid 100% cash. Evidently JD Credit "charges" the dealer when they provide any financing (I financed ~25% of the final price via the 0% for 4 years currently offered).
Thanks, Ed

Hi Ed,just did the same thing today

I wanted the hoe too,but had to settle for the FEL and the 62D. I was told if you did the 0%, the dealer wasn't charged. We did the 0% for 36 on 22%. Did the salesperson ask you if you wanted the 36 or 48 mo. We were only offered the 36.

Greg

snyder_man · Dec 7, 2009

In August, I got about 10% off list and financed 100% of the tractor (2520). Got 0% for 42 months. I figure, why not use their money for free for 3.5 years.