I dont know what to do.

[rmully]

Most Grandpa's have been around the block more than once... heed his advice and get the 30hp that will do what you need. You're blessed to have a grandpa that is looking out for you !!!

 

[jenkinsph]

I'm with Grandpa on this too for some obvious reasons, when you work a job you are paid for what you accomplish. It doesn't matter to the customer how long it takes you (within reason, if you are there too long it might be inconvenient to them) to perform the work their concern is that you do a good job. I would think your Grandpa is very familiar with your jobs and knows you could get them done faster with a larger tractor.

 

[deere4320]

A 30 hp tractor would run my tiller and auger with more ease and when i would install a FEL it would have more capabilities over a FEL on my 19hp Yanmar tractor.

What is the maximum you would be wanting to lift with the FEL?

 

[clemsonfor]

Simplicity $2500, Yanmar $4000, spending around $8500

isint this the same yanmar you paid like $2500 or 3k for a year or so ago? I know wanting to get your money out of something but do you think it has increased in value in that time? You used it basically for free, and now going to try and make money after using it for a year. I like your thinking you understand capitalism at 14, if only others in our country could get this idea through there head who are 3 times your age.

 

[Johndeere3720]

isint this the same yanmar you paid like $2500 or 3k for a year or so ago? I know wanting to get your money out of something but do you think it has increased in value in that time? You used it basically for free, and now going to try and make money after using it for a year. I like your thinking you understand capitalism at 14, if only others in our country could get this idea through there head who are 3 times your age.

i spend about 3k for it but also bought some new parts for it which add up quickly.

 

[Johndeere3720]

What is the maximum you would be wanting to lift with the FEL?

Not quite sure yet but I do have a LOT of dirt work to do and a bit of gravel to move. Probably around 800-1000 pounds depending on the Loaders capabilities.

 

[dex3361]

Jake
I just saw your post and I have to agree with the group here. I would listen to your Grandpa. It may work better for you in the long run as you will be able to take on bigger jobs and maybe get a rotary cutter and do some cutting jobs. It sound like you have come to the right conclusion. Keep us posted we like to hear about your tractor adventures and look at your drawings. Don't hesitate to ask a good price for your machine if the price is to high you can always come down.

 

[mjncad]

What if you buy that tractor and work needs to be done, or you want to take a girl out. Nate

Tractors are cheaper than girls. Heck, almost anything is cheaper than women.

 

[Soundguy]

yep.. because you can buy a tractor and then it's paid for.. women are more like a long term lease...

soundguy

 

[scoutcub]

yep.. because you can buy a tractor and then it's paid for.. women are more like a long term lease...

soundguy

Not to mention the huge penalties for trying to end the lease early.....

 

[Soundguy]

yep.. no escape clause!

soundguy

 

[TripleR]

yep.. because you can buy a tractor and then it's paid for.. women are more like a long term lease...

soundguy

Ah, but well worth it:thumbsup:

 

[Soundguy]

no lemon law protection either!

soundguy

 

[Johndeere3720]

Tractors are cheaper than girls. Heck, almost anything is cheaper than women.

Thats why i got a dog. Easily satisfied and is cheap.:thumbsup:

 

[Soundguy]

and doesn't really care if you go out and see other dogs.. maybee even bring them home to play together..

soundguy

 

[jenkinsph]

and doesn't really care if you go out and see other dogs.. maybee even bring them home to play together..

soundguy

I'm not sure about that, I came home late one night after some mountain top transmitter work and my dog says "I know you have another dog".:laughing:

 

[Soundguy]

any time i go to my moms house her dog smells my pants legs and smells my dogs.. when i come home my dogs are all crowded around me smelling my moms dog...

makes ya wonder what all they are smellin

And in t he end.. they may know you have another dog.. but it usually don't bother them

soundguy

 

[mjncad]

Ah, but well worth it:thumbsup:

Not always!

Thats why i got a dog. Easily satisfied and is cheap.:thumbsup:

You are a wise young man.