3-Point Hitch New LS G3033

[xrsrfn]

I forgot I have a picture of it.

 

[ProdaddyTX]

Did you happen to pull back on the little lever on the right fender that has a green button below it. If it faces towards the back of tractor push the green button to release lever.The small lever is a feature that allows you to set the 3 pt depth and leave the setting there. Then just pull back on the I think on mine it is a green color sleeve and the 3 pt goes all the way up make your turn and get back to where you want to drop implement push button 3 pt goes right back to position. I LOVE THAT FEATURE at least I think it is a feature . I believe LS states in the manual it is a safety lock so someone will not drop the implement by accident. I personally would never use that as a safety, the only safe way to work around an implement on the back of a tractor is to properly block it up or remove from the tractor. So I use it to set my last 3 pt down level and use the small arm to raise my arms, then i just push the button and goes right back where it was. Sweet IMO.

That is a nice feature, but the G models don't have it.

 

[dlauffenburger]

Random, glad you got it resolved. I would have expected the dealer to be a little more helpful on your initial call. Did you buy your LS in New Alex? I am from Pa also but I got mine in Sandy Lake. I've had it almost a month now but don't have 1 hour on the meter - its just been too wet to even move it out of the shed. This rain is crazy!

Joemd11,

Hello! I just retired from the Navy and am planning on moving back to Warren, Pa this summer. I have been researching tractors and like what i have seen on this site for the LS tractors, unfortunatley i currently live in Corpus Christi, TX and the nearest LS dealer is 3 hours away. The LS site only lists Sandy Lake as a dealer in the W. PA area so i guess that is who i would be dealing with if i buy LS. Are there other dealers in the area, if so who. How has Sandy Lake been to deal with?

thanks for any insight/info.

Dave

 

[boomer632]

Sandy Lake will be dropping my new R4041 EZ off at about 1045 am this morning. They are a pleasure to deal with. Give them a call and speak to Bob Foster (VP) or Don Jones (sales). Web site is sandylakeimp.com
There is a dealer in new alexandria too. They are called new alexandria tractor. I spoke with Denny. He seemed pushy and wouldn't let me ask the questions I wanted because he would cut me off in mid sentence. Im not bashing him, but I just felt like he was trying to bully me. That's about all of your choices in WPA. Nathan Frey is in Sandusky OH.

 

[joemd11]

Dave,
The guys at Sandy Lake are great to deal with. I didn't check with the guys in New Alex so I can't comment on them. Do some research on the model that fits your needs and then talk to the guys that boomer referenced at Sandy Lake. You might check with SmithTractor. They are a big dealer in North Carolina and have posted in some LS threads. It is a challenge to research prices when there is only one dealer in an area. Good luck and welcome back to Western Pa! I have had my R3039 now for two months but I only have 4 hours on the meter. It has been raining here so much that my property is a mud hole.
Keep us posted on your progress.

 

[shafshak]

hey random.hows that tractor running ? i bought the same model from the same dealer also .GREAT tractor so far at 16 hrs compared to the old ferguson TO30 .any other problems?

 

[Short Game]

I've had my R4010 two weeks tomorrow and have 25 hours already. I might just goof off tomorrow.

 

[ironwood]

Hey Random, and other western Pa folks.

I am near Greensburg and researching some options. I am only about 10 miles or less from New Alex.

Ironwood

 

[randombro]

Hey Guys,

Still only have about 40 hrs on my G3033 but it's doing just fine. I gave it its biggest workout (digging and hauling dirt & gravel) when I was building a new pole barn home for it (see pictures). I very quickly learned the value of rear ballast.

When I bought it, my dealer didn't offer beet juice and I didn't want calcium, so I ended up filling both rear tires with RV antifreeze. The dealer in New Alexandria NOW offers beet juice.

Only other problem to report is a small hydraulic fluid leak at the distribution box but that just required tightening of a fitting. Also replaced the stock top link with a shorter one, which gave me more lifting height on the 3-point.

I'm very happy with this machine and I'm still trying to convince my wife that I really need a backhoe attachment for it. So far she is being totally unreasonable on the subject.

Randombro

 

[Scott Sawyer]

I am thinking of buying a new LS. Tired of fixing my 1958 Farmall! The LS here in NB are certainly cheaper, can get a new one for same or less than the second hand competition. Any reason not to purchase an LS? Would be looking at the 38 HP model. Any feedback would be appreciated the last thing I want to do is spend money I don't have on something that is going to be broke half the time.

 

[Scott Sawyer]

I am thinking of buying a new LS. Tired of fixing my 1958 Farmall! The LS here in NB are certainly cheaper, can get a new one for same or less than the second hand competition. Any reason not to purchase an LS? Would be looking at the 38 HP model. Any feedback would be appreciated the last thing I want to do is spend money I don't have on something that is going to be broke half the time.

 

[boomer632]

I bought my 4041 from Sandy Lake Implement. While New Alexandria tractor is closer, I found a better deal with SLI. For what its worth, I picked up my tractor which has the EZ shift transmission and loader for $20,000.00 out the door.. delivered.

 

[Scott Sawyer]

Thanks for the reply, Canada is different prices, LS G3038 with loader is $19,998.00 plus tax delvered......just got back from John Deer was surprised they were only $22,0000.00, two thousand dollars more than the LS. Around here JD would have better resale.....I am unsure if JD is actually a better tractor or not...

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Thanks for the reply, Canada is different prices, LS G3038 with loader is $19,998.00 plus tax delvered......just got back from John Deer was surprised they were only $22,0000.00, two thousand dollars more than the LS. Around here JD would have better resale.....I am unsure if JD is actually a better tractor or not...

When you are looking at different tractors, be sure that you compare feature to feature. That is the only way that you actually know what your getting. Does not do any good to just look at a tractor in general, there could be features on one and not the other, like remotes, sliding hitch links, skid steer quick attach on the loaders, suspension seat vs spring seat etc. Just need to compare feature for feature to get a true price comparison IMO.

Good luck

 

[Scott Sawyer]

Thank you, I did find out that there are very basic tractors and ones with many options. :thumbsup:

 

[Solinski]

Does your LS 30330 have the new LS 3 cylinder engine(if so how do you like it?) Digital tachometer? (How do like it?) Overall opinion of LS 3033? I am considering the LS 3033 for purchase since the LS 3010(4 cyl. Mitsubish and nice big tachometer) is no longer available here in Redding,Ca.Thanks!
Solinski

 

[Scott Sawyer]

Sorry I may have confused the readers, I was thinking about an LS but then settled on a bobcat. I did try the LS and did like the tractor. From the research I did, they have been around since the 70's and have made parts for many companies such as NH but cannot confirm as it was internet research.

 

[Solinski]

Sorry I may have confused the readers, I was thinking about an LS but then settled on a bobcat. I did try the LS and did like the tractor. From the research I did, they have been around since the 70's and have made parts for many companies such as NH but cannot confirm as it was internet research.

Hi Scotty,
Internet sources say Bobcat was recently purchased by Kioti (or the company that produces Kioti). I looked at Bobcat compact tractors at a local Redding business earlier this year and they seem to be a quality product(Kioti tractors painted Bobcat colors). I have spoken to several Kioti owners and have heard only positive remarks. The Kioti CK27 is high on my tractor shopping list but their new price is out of my budget unless I find a clean used one. In my humble opinion Kioti CK 27 (Bobcat) and LS 3010 are comparable to the 2001 New Holland Tc25 d that I sold recently,but that is another story! Still shopping and if I wait long enough all the new tractors will be too expensive for my budget! Solinski

 

[Scott Sawyer]

Good luck, from my esearch it appears that one is not necessarily better than the others, they should all last for years to come. This is a good time of the year to buy as they are geting rid of old stock. Dealers are important - if you cannot get good service than I wouldn't buy. Let me know what you end up with:thumbsup:

 

[shafshak]

Hey Guys,

Still only have about 40 hrs on my G3033 but it's doing just fine. I gave it its biggest workout (digging and hauling dirt & gravel) when I was building a new pole barn home for it (see pictures). I very quickly learned the value of rear ballast.

When I bought it, my dealer didn't offer beet juice and I didn't want calcium, so I ended up filling both rear tires with RV antifreeze. The dealer in New Alexandria NOW offers beet juice.

Only other problem to report is a small hydraulic fluid leak at the distribution box but that just required tightening of a fitting. Also replaced the stock top link with a shorter one, which gave me more lifting height on the 3-point.

I'm very happy with this machine and I'm still trying to convince my wife that I really need a backhoe attachment for it. So far she is being totally unreasonable on the subject.

Randombro

how much rv antifreeze did you use in each rear tire?how did you install? thanks shafshak