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dbernie
05-15-2008 22:13:03
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Greetings,
I'm going to look at a gas 190 with a loader.
Needing advice on what to look for.
I could use any thoughts on what they're worth, too.
It's about the size I want.
Any and all advice is much appreciated.
Enough said, but if you want to read on for specifics:
Other than fuel consumption, is there anything notorious on these?
It's older, and has been worked, and told it needs some tlc.
I was told it grinds a little going into gear--I imagine that could come from idle or clutch adjustment, to a new clutch, trans, or?
Is there anything that is uniquely expensive to repair, that I should look for? Would it require an abnormal amount of rare, expensive, hard-to-make special tools? It will need some work, parts, manuals, probably a few special tools--I don't mind, but I don't want to wind up with $20,000 and the rest of my spare time for life in it, either.
About me: I was a mechanic for years, but I'm fairly new to tractors.
I generally buy older vehicles in need of repair, then enjoy learning the specific vehicle as I get to know it by working on it--whether down to the bare frame, or less. IF I sell something, I never figure in much if anything for my labor--It may be a sickness, addiction, or hobby--I'm not sure. I've been told I'm a fool for it, but making somebody a good deal is priceless.
I don't farm, but I have a little land. I'm always doing something, and would like a larger tractor than I have, to help. It would be more for occasional use, not long hours, and used for a variety of chores. I don't need the "perfect" tractor for my needs--don't know what that would be, anyway.
Thanks again,
Dan
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