New Century 3035 received today!!

MicroPilot · Jun 26, 2004

Received my 3035 today!!! Already put 3 hours on the meter bush hogging and using the FEL to move some big rocks and moving some dirt.

carluman · Jun 26, 2004

Congrats! Sounds like you are already getting lots of work done. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

GEB · Jun 27, 2004

I know the feeling seeing how I got mine on thursday.
I went with the Branson 3820, I think it's dam near the same
as yours?
So whats the plan for yours, you got land?
We got 7 acres here and needed this this tractor ever sence we moved here 2 years ago.
Being my 1st tractor..your 1st? It is working well, it dont take long
to get the hang of things /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif
Gene

MicroPilot · Jun 27, 2004

We've got 32 acres here. Been here for 4 years this July 4. This is my first tractor. I've been borrowing my neighbors MF 1233 do do the mowing chores for the last 1 1/2 seasons. I mow about 3.5 acres as yard, and the remainder is pasture for our horses. All of the pasture except about 10 acres is starting to get overgrown and I plan on brush hogging this and clearing some pretty big brush piles. Some other uses I plan are to help with mucking out the barn, and maintaining my 1000' foot drivewayand clearing it in the winter.

sassafraspete · Jun 27, 2004

Congrats MicroPilot and GEB both. I think you have a new best freind in the kukje tractors. I have a steep hill that I usually mow with a bicycle wheeled mower maybe twice a year. Yesterday was the first time to mow with my 4020. With 4WD, and loader on the front, it walked up the hill without a problem.... (mowed up and down)... no slipping. I wouldn't even try it with the old ford I used to use. I did wait until afternoon and everything was dry. Be safe, use common sense, & buckle up.

sassafraspete

3035user · Jun 27, 2004

Congrats to both of you fellows on your new tractors. I have had mine long enough to put 16 hrs. on it and it gets stronger as it gets broke in.
Sure you will enjoy them as much as I do my 3035.
Jack

MicroPilot · Jun 28, 2004

Thanks, Jack and Pete!!!

Got some more seat time today. Finished up moving some dirt behind the barn to help with drainage issues, and brush hogged about 3 acres of heavy brush.

Something I noticed: When I put the 3PT all the way up it sounds like a hydro motor is running and the engine is bogged down a little. I have to back off the 3PT a little and everything is OK. I checked the owners manual but it didn't mention anything like this. Also if I adjust the draft control all the way back, the 3PT refuses to lower even though I've checked and draft control is disabled on the top link in the rear. Are these things normal?

3035user · Jun 28, 2004

MicroPilot, I checked my tractor just to make sure and I don't have the two problems you mentioned.
I did have to adjust the limit on the powertake off as it was keeeping it from fully engaging and causing it to jump out of gear when mowing.
In answer to your question, I dont believe your problems are normal and I would contact my dealer.

Jack

MicroPilot · Jun 28, 2004

Thanks for the check Jack. I'll call my dealer tomorrow and see what he says.

Robert

scout180 · Jun 29, 2004

Congrats. When you decided on the 3035, what did you think of the smaller 2535 and 2028? Besides more power and 2" clearance advantage, what helped make your choice? I'm considering the 2028 or 2535 and am also looking at the Kioti LK3054XS and Mahindra 2810 and 2615.

Thanks,
Dave in VA