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AntiqueIron replied to the thread Small John Deere D130 and Box scraper.I know it’s not what you want to hear, but as someone who used to have a D140, you will work that tractor to death shortly by pulling a... -
AntiqueIron replied to the thread Ford 5000 power steering issue, veers to the right..Alexander’s has a remanufactured power assist column for $2300 and theres a USA made hydrostatic kit- a company called farmland tractor...
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AntiqueIron replied to the thread Ford 5000 power steering issue, veers to the right..Looks like a tremendous amount of work to make the drag link type work. Think switching center arms over is probably the best way...
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AntiqueIron replied to the thread Ford 5000 power steering issue, veers to the right..No offense taken, and yes I am the sole person who’s looked at it. I’m very reluctant to call new holland out or someone else because...
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AntiqueIron replied to the thread Ford 5000 power steering issue, veers to the right..So test drive did not go well. Steering leaks, pulls, and is all around not really working well. I’m pretty much ready to get rid of...
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AntiqueIron reacted to Hay Dude's post in the thread Sorta embarrassed to ask ... I should really know. with
Good Post.
You should be able to lock them in the up position, keeping them out of the way. If you think your 3pt arms are heavy to... -
AntiqueIron posted the thread Did the New Gen 2520 come with a factory underslung exhaust? in John Deere Vintage Tractors.As a kid my grandfather had a 1969 gas syncro range 2520. This tractor had an underslung exhaust, but I have never seen another one like...
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AntiqueIron reacted to EdGooding's post in the thread New owner of tractor (diesel engine question) with Good Post.
This is my '73 3000 for comparison.
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What "will run" versus what is actually good for the tractor in the long term are two different things. Better to have a little extra...
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AntiqueIron reacted to Paystar's post in the thread New owner of tractor (diesel engine question) with Good Post.
Yes headlights should be in lower grill. Aftermarket grills are still available from many places but I keep reading that they don't fit...
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AntiqueIron replied to the thread New owner of tractor (diesel engine question).Good point, sorry I missed that. Probably got a nose swapped over at some point.
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AntiqueIron replied to the thread Compact Tractor Comparisons.Dealer support is crucial for buying equipment- don’t buy something you need to drive an hour & 1/2 to get parts for. All tractors will...
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Just my opinion...it really depends on how much you like to throw money around, how comfortable you are doing your own wrenching, and...
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That doesn't work, when the person installing the lock, is also the one inhaling the cheese [emoji2369][emoji2369][emoji2369][emoji2369]
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AntiqueIron reacted to ultrarunner's post in the thread How long should things last? with Good Post.
I’m a big fan of lifetime warranties which were a thing from auto batteries, mufflers, tools, etc. I’ve also done well with them and...