Club 2210

JDgreen227 · Nov 30, 2003

Steve is correct, adding a rear blade to a tractor adds length as well as ballast and can cause problems in tight spaces. Last fall I used a borrowed Ford 1520 with FEL and RB for backfilling my foundation on the new addition to our house. By the time that was done, I had bumped numerous objects while reversing until I became used to allowing for the RB.
Lucky for me, everything I hit was something CHEAP !!

Wildman1 · Nov 30, 2003

Sign me up too. A 5' rb is recommended for the 2210. AND...not to pour any salt on those snowless wounds...I've blown snow 5 times in 10 days!!!! AND it's snowing again!!!

My Curtis cab has become priceless after 15 hours doing 6 driveways 5 times. Along with the Work Saver broadcast spreader full of F1 crushed gravel (great ballast too). BTW, if anyone plans to use the 3ph spreader for sanding, use the crushed fine gravel. Sand packs and clogs up and washes off during a thaw. Also, run the rpm as low as possible, otherwise you'll sand the yard, pasture..etc. At 1000rpm it all pretty much stays within a 10' wide drive.

I'm running bars with chains on the rear with absolutely no problems. Most of the time I leave it in 2wd with no slippage. Going up a 12% grade blowing 2' of fresh snow requires 4wd...but just barely.

bwc · Dec 1, 2003

Good morning. Even though I do not own a 2210, yet, I do enjoy all the information I am reading on this board. I have a mint 2001 JD 455 with hard sided cab, heater, and 46" front mounted JD snowthrower. This combo is excellent in the snow and I can only imagine what a 47" snowblower would be like. In fact I am thinking of buying a 47" 'blower for the upcoming winter and if I trade up to 2210 than I will already have an attachment that can be used on the 2210. The only question I have is why did JD not include a coolant temp gauge on the 2210? This would be an item I would install vs an idiot light. Thanks.

Brian :cool

JDgreen227 · Dec 1, 2003

Welcome to the TBN forums, as one new member to another!
I'm sorry I didn't know about TBN sooner because I have learned so much useful information here. Concur with you on the "idiot lights" many new machines have, gauges are much more useful.

bigpete · Dec 1, 2003

Hi, bwc.

I think most 2210 owners agree with you that it would certainly have been easy to add a temp guage to the 2210's cooling system and console. Interesting that the 2210 does have a tachometer and its competitor, the Kubota BX, does not. Of course the BX has the temp guage so....go figure /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

I traded up to the 2210 from a nice JD 445, just like you are contemplating. I had no problems with the 445 except that I needed a loader. Great little tractor.

When you upgrade, make sure you cost out all of the new attaching components that you will need to convert your blower, etc., up to the 2210. I know for a fact that you will need to buy a new quick-tatch bracket and hydraulics. I'm pretty sure you will need a new drive shaft for your blower, but don't quote me on that. The qucik-tatch for the 2210 will fit to any of the same front-mount implements for the 400 series, but the 400 series quick-tatch bracket is not adaptable to attach to the 2210's front end.

Good luck!

bwc · Dec 1, 2003

bigpete: That is exactly the info I needed. I know the front pto kit will be different and the quick hitch will be different but the blower should be the same thing. I do not want to be caught out like I am now with the thrower on the 455. My dealer is not interested in a trade on a blower as the thrower would sit around and collect dust. These smaller tractors are a niche market and not many people at least around here are looking for something like this. There is no problem in trading the whole tractor and attachments, just no trade on a specific attachment. I have looked around for a used 47" but they are either well worn out or nothing at all. I really like the 455 but the hydraulic system is such that you are always compromising. The 2210 allows you more room to play. Also, is there a glow plug "wait to start" lamp on the 2210? In reading the manual it suggests to turn to start without waiting for the light to go out. Am I reading this wrong? Thanks again.

Brian

djsch · Dec 1, 2003

I am a new 2210 owner. I am not aware of a "wait to start" lamp. The way I read the manual it just says turn the key to start. In practice I haven't had very good luck with that in colder weather. However, there is a trick. If you turn on the PTO or put the transmission in gear and turn the key to start, the engine will not crank but the glow plugs get power. After 2-3 seconds you hear a small click and (I think) they turn off. So, depending on how cold it is, I cycle them 1-3 times and have had NO trouble starting it that way. I cycle them once even at 50 degrees because it starts easier and smokes less.

twosixer · Dec 1, 2003

Sign me up too! 2210, FEL, 5' Blade, Ballast, Big Ego. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

fgross335_2210 · Dec 1, 2003

Yep, the trick is to engage PTO or transmission, glow plugs cycle but started doesn't. 2-3 cycles works good down to zero or below...........

Hambone · Dec 2, 2003

Hey djsch Dave,
I have not recieved my t-shirt and member decal yet.
Is the shipment running behind?

Steve

twosixer · Dec 2, 2003

I want the high quality member hat please.

bmclernon · Dec 2, 2003

I too just swaped my JD445 for a JD2210. I too wanted a loader, 3ph, and associated goodies. So far I am very happy with my new rig. One question. Is the degree of drop when you lower 3ph with the rock shaft lever controlable. In other words is there a way to rig it so that the 3ph drops to the same position each time the attachment is lowered.

bigpete · Dec 2, 2003

Hey, bmclernon. Welcome.

Unfortunately, the position control is also absent on the 2210. Even the Cat 0 hitch on my 445 had a stop. You'll get used to it sooner or later. When using my boxblade, I find a couple of flat spots just outside the work area where I can drop the box blade to the same depth each time. I also marked the shields on my PTO shafts with a little paint so I know when the shaft and implement is at the angle/depth I want.

Just passed through (around) Denton a few days ago on the way to BWI. Good to see another Delmarvan on the board. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

djsch · Dec 2, 2003

Hats, T-Shirts, & Member decals are running a bit behind. The elves are kinda busy right now.... /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

JDgreen227 · Dec 2, 2003

Promises, promises....those 2210 Club members who have been good this year put up an extra stocking and hope the jolly fellow with the red suit pays you a visit SOON !

genoa2210 · Dec 3, 2003

Dave,
You prompted me to make my first post. I've been sitting on the sidelines for months soaking up all the great advice I can from this site and I'm very appreciative. Soooo..my 2210 is due in in 2 weeks. I too bought the 47" tiller, the 2 stage blower, 62"MMM and FEL and ballast box. Can't wait!! I guess I can't officially be a member of the club until the beast is delivered so will post again when "Christmas" arrives-hurry Santa!!! I've also ordered weldable grab hooks from ARDirect (as was recommended numerous times) and they should be here tomorrow-dealer has agreed to weld them on for the "right" price. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif Many thanks to all who post here for all the great advice and sharing of experiences-I look forward to joining you.

PS Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!!

bmclernon · Dec 3, 2003

Bigpete, I was thinking along the lines of welding a chain hook near the end of each draft arm. Maybe an eye at the base of the top link. THe idea is to calibrate the chain links as to limit the amount of downward travel.
I sort of remember someone disscussing such a rig on one of these boards. I was hoping somebody already had the engineering figured out.

Hangin' out on the banks of the Choptank River.

djsch · Dec 3, 2003

Well alright then! I'm helping others spend money! /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Hope Santa's on time with it. Santa was VERY nice to me today. My dealer dropped by and delivered the FEL. SO now my tractor is complete. I just need to get it setup and I'm ready to play! Guess what I'm doin' this weekend. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

BTW, it wouldn't fit in the stocking so there's still plenty of room in there ... Surprise me Santa! /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

PS: You don't have to own to be a member here. We're lettin' in 4310 owners so why not let in future owners and dreamers too? So all you folks out there just listening in, come on, tell us what's on your mind. We'll help ya decide what to buy! We don't mind helpin' spend money. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Dave

djsch · Dec 3, 2003

BTW. Genoa2210, When you get those grab hooks in place I'd like to hear how you like them and see a couple pictures too. Thanks.

Dave

Golfgar4 · Dec 4, 2003

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( PS: You don't have to own to be a member here. We're lettin' in 4310 owners so why not let in future owners and dreamers too? So all you folks out there just listening in, come on, tell us what's on your mind. We'll help ya decide what to buy! We don't mind helpin' spend money. )</font>

Dave,

You want to know what's on my mind, huh? My wife might say very little! /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

I'd be happy to join your club as a Wannabe! The time is drawing down on when I plan (hope) to be buying. Only another 20 months to go!! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif I'll be happy to entertain any recommendations, suggestions, or even bribes! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif