Loaned tractor to daughter.

[RSKY]

Before they were out of sight my wife was wanting to move something around in the yard that was too heavy to carry.

We live on a 1.1 acre lot. How much use can a 22-hp 2,000+pound tractor be? Well, enough that we have put two projects on hold. We are retired and can put off jobs. Our daughter is out of school for the summer and son in law had a few days off and they needed the tractor to get yard work done. So it is wheelbarrow and shovel time for me for at least another week. Not only my projects are on hold but three of my (tractor less) neighbors have jobs they need done that only can be done with a small tractor. We have used the little brute nearly every day for the past month or so. I foresee much seat time when the little Kioti gets home.

For now I am suffering from T.S.A. (Tractor Separation Anxiety)

RSKY

 

[NUTTERDW]

Before they were out of sight my wife was wanting to move something around in the yard that was too heavy to carry.

We live on a 1.1 acre lot. How much use can a 22-hp 2,000+pound tractor be? Well, enough that we have put two projects on hold. We are retired and can put off jobs. Our daughter is out of school for the summer and son in law had a few days off and they needed the tractor to get yard work done. So it is wheelbarrow and shovel time for me for at least another week. Not only my projects are on hold but three of my (tractor less) neighbors have jobs they need done that only can be done with a small tractor. We have used the little brute nearly every day for the past month or so. I foresee much seat time when the little Kioti gets home.

For now I am suffering from T.S.A. (Tractor Separation Anxiety)

RSKY

I know how you feel. I live on a 10 acre city farm and a friend borrowed my tractor for what I thought was a going to be a day. 5 days later I called him and told him, to bring it home. I found that I use the tractor about every day. At least he has not asked to borrow it any more!

 

[ArlyA]

Good people loan thier stuff out. Maybe they'll like it so much, they'll get there own. I don't even own a compact tractor....

 

[Hoss710]

I have loaned my 4320 to my daughter end of April. and I have set up visitations with it every few days lol . I have the 4700 at my place. but its scheduled to go back to the dealership soon . I have mentioned to her it's just a loaner lol.

 

[scootr]

I would be hesitant, no adamantly opposed to lending my tractor.
Generally people that borrow a tractor don't know how to use or care for one.
I hope you get it back undamaged.

 

[Torvy]

My daughter and SIL wanted to borrow my truck to move. I told them it was a package deal. The same goes for the tractor. For now, none of the kids live anywhere that my tractor would be of any use.

 

[bigtiller]

I know how you feel. I live on a 10 acre city farm and a friend borrowed my tractor for what I thought was a going to be a day. 5 days later I called him and told him, to bring it home. I found that I use the tractor about every day. At least he has not asked to borrow it any more!

One thing that really gets my goat, is someone that is willing to stop what they are doing to go borrow something but will not stop what they are doing to return the item.

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

One thing that really gets my goat, is someone that is willing to stop what they are doing to go borrow something but will not stop what they are doing to return the item.

Or they break it in two and let you keep both pieces.

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

If it runs on fuel or electricity, no loan it out. Standard policy around here.

 

[5030]

I would be hesitant, no adamantly opposed to lending my tractor.
Generally people that borrow a tractor don't know how to use or care for one.
I hope you get it back undamaged.

Ain't that the truth. Watched the guy across the road on a borrowed from his son in law's JD mid sized hydrostat attempt to fill the loader with dirt in high range. Made me grimmace so I went over and showed him how to change ranges. He still beat on it anyway.

I don't 'loan' any of my equipment to anyone, ever.

 

[Ortimber]

I really don’t have any issues loaning a responsible family member or friend anything I own. Been doing it for years with no I’ll effects. If they break it, we can figure out who will fix it. It brings me some happiness helping others.

 

[ArlyA]

I really don’t have any issues loaning a responsible family member or friend anything I own. Been doing it for years with no I’ll effects. If they break it, we can figure out who will fix it. It brings me some happiness helping others.

I like your attitude. Loaning things out is a gift. Does anyone near us have a compact tractor I can barrow?

 

[Torvy]

"Neither a borrower nor a lender be,
For loan oft loses both itself and friend,
And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry."

-Hamlet Act 1, Scene 3

 

[Too many Kubotas]

If it runs on fuel or electricity, no loan it out. Standard policy around here.

My trailers don't run on either, but I still won't let anyone borrow them.

 

[YanmarFever]

A have a good friend that borrowed a Kubota TLB to dig out his septic lines from one of his pals.
He got it stuck in the mud until it high centered, then burnt out the clutch trying to get it out.
I asked him why he didn't use the backhoe or loader to push himself out, all he did was shrug his shoulders.
The repair bill was over $2500. He could of hired the work done for that price!

After all the tractor repairs I have done in my life, I don't loan my machines out to anyone.

 

[dlctcg]

So we do not have children & my neighbors have their own tractors (although we do share implements from time to time)... but I have helped (loaned) many of my family members with the use of our tractor... only stipulation is I come with it...

 

[repete]

My kids only. I usually deliver it and visit with my grandkids.

 

[copytmpmzl]

Before they were out of sight my wife was wanting to move something around in the yard that was too heavy to carry.

We live on a 1.1 acre lot. How much use can a 22-hp 2,000+pound tractor be? Well, enough that we have put two projects on hold. We are retired and can put off jobs. Our daughter is out of school for the summer and son in law had a few days off and they needed the tractor to get yard work done. So it is wheelbarrow and shovel time for me for at least another week. Not only my projects are on hold but three of my (tractor less) neighbors have jobs they need done that only can be done with a small tractor. We have used the little brute nearly every day for the past month or so. I foresee much seat time when the little Kioti gets home.

For now I am suffering from T.S.A. (Tractor Separation Anxiety)
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RSKY

It sounds like you have been heavily relying on your tractor for various projects and yard work, and its absence has created a delay in completing those tasks. A 22-hp tractor can be quite versatile and useful for a range of jobs on a 1.1 acre lot. Tractors of that size and power can handle tasks such as mowing large areas of grass, tilling the soil for gardening, moving heavy objects, grading driveways or paths, and even hauling materials. They provide efficiency and ease in completing tasks that would otherwise be time-consuming or labor-intensive. Experiencing "Tractor Separation Anxiety" is understandable, especially when you have become accustomed to using the tractor for your projects and witnessing the convenience it brings. However, in the meantime, utilizing traditional tools like wheelbarrows and shovels can still get the job done, albeit with a bit more physical effort. Once the tractor returns, you'll be able to resume your projects and assist your neighbors with their tasks as well. Enjoy the seat time and the efficiency that your tractor provides in completing various projects around your property.

 

[RSKY]

I would be hesitant, no adamantly opposed to lending my tractor.
Generally people that borrow a tractor don't know how to use or care for one.
I hope you get it back undamaged.

Oh they both know how to use it. When son in law was between jobs and helped me several times. Daughter can also drive it. She is very slow and cautious. I do not loan out many things to people other than close family. Usually tractor comes with an operator if somebody needs something done.

RSKY

 

[4570Man]

I’ve borrowed equipment from family and I still do for that matter. I’ll loan equipment to responsible users as long as I have a decent idea of the job they’re doing.