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Jim Nauert

11-05-2004 18:30:02

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I priced outer tie rod ends for my 420w thru John Deere and the cost $125.00 per. Any one know were i can get some for less money.

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Joe M

11-07-2004 17:08:10

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

Jim, e-mail me the part numbers, I'll see if I can help

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Jim Nauert

11-08-2004 02:51:08

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Joe M, 11-07-2004 17:08:10

Joe the part# is am2984t Thanks. Jim

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jhill

11-06-2004 15:53:36

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

I have had to by tie rod ends for other brands of tractors. John Deere is not alone. I think all tractor tie rod ends are pricey. They are also heavier built than automotive ends.

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11-06-2004 13:57:22

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

I think there's a really easy answer to this question. They cost so much because somebody will pay that for 'em.

Those folks at Deere are kinda greedy. Me, on the other hand, the last job I took I was offered $15.00/hr, but I told them I really only needed $10.00/hr because that would cover my rent etc.

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billyiron

11-06-2004 06:10:17

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

same thing on reduction gear bearings,,39.60 at deere 12.95 at bearing distributor,,same name and number on bearing,,,billyiron----- ---

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Binder-Man

11-06-2004 06:08:31

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

Simple-- John Deere is the same color as MONEY!!

Binder-Man

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Hayfarmer

11-05-2004 21:39:16

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

I ran into the same problem with my 430 a few years back. The outer tie rod ends vary with each model, U, S, RC etc. so seem to cost more. I got inner tie rod ends from a suplier in Green Magazine for about $16 each. They are threaded so you have to use different tie rods. On my 430 I wasn't worried about it being original, I wanted something that would work and be durable. I also don't move axle in and out so didn't worry about being adjustable except a small amount to set toe in. I used a tie rod off of a jeep. Last year I bought a power steering setup off of a combine, believe it was a 105. Got whole steering setup and the tie rod ends are the sme as my 430. I just shortened them a bit. One end is LH thread, the other RH so I get adjustment by turning in or out. Guess it depends upon what you want to do, if you want originality you will have to go with JD, if you want a user you can try the route I went. These are definittely more sturdy and much cheaper.

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buickanddeere

11-05-2004 19:19:06

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

I wouldn't complain about the price of parts you can still get. How many tractor companies have gone bust since the 420 was last built 47+ years ago.

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Jim Nauert

11-06-2004 03:43:34

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to buickanddeere, 11-05-2004 19:19:06

But i like to complain that is one of my hobbies. Why does it seem that almost every part you get from Deere has a inflated price. When you look around for parts nine out of ten times Deere is higher if the ouality is better i will pay the extra buck i don't have a problem with that after all im not a total tight wad. But for the most part the quality of the after market part is equal or better. Or how about a nos part that cost 50 cents in 1950 but some how after sitting on a shelf gathering dust for the last 54 years it now will cost one arm and one leg.

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Bob

11-06-2004 10:35:18

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-06-2004 03:43:34

Jim, I think it's safe to say Deere has more parts for old equipment available than MOST other companies.

Let's face it, a lot of the stuff is very slow moving, and since Deere's stockholders demand a return on their investment, I'm sure it would be a safe bet to say the "excessive" profits on some parts are used to subsidize the rest of the "old or odd" parts, and keep them in supply.

Would you rather have the company fail (like "Brand X"), or simply quit supporting the old stuff altogether as MANY other equipment companies have done?

Nothing's a free ride! If you're gonna play with this old stuff, YOUR GONNA PAY!

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F-I-T

11-06-2004 04:42:13

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-06-2004 03:43:34

Jim:

The same reason why you used to be able to buy a well-worn 430 in 1965 for $300. While I'm not insinuating that yours is "well-worn", I doubt that yours would be for sale for that amount, but if it is, I'm interested.

Also, don't forget, the stock market has grown, on average, 10.2% per year, since 1920, including the Great Depression, so in rough numbers, your 1950 50 cent part has grown in value to $48.03.

Now just what did a gallon of gasoline cost in 1950? I can't seem to remember of hand, but I think it was less than $2.00.....

Sound about right?

Frank

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Ray

11-05-2004 19:02:54

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Jim Nauert, 11-05-2004 18:30:02

I got some from napa a couple years ago that worked for around $39. They were made for a car,
don't remember the model.

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CPeter

11-06-2004 14:25:27

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Re: Why the heck do they cost so much in reply to Ray, 11-05-2004 19:02:54

They cost so much because they don't turn over the stock very often and yet they still stock them. The best advise is to buy them elsewhere if you can and if you can't then buy them from Deere. Try getting parts for a 50 year old ???. My friend needed to redo the cooling system on his 19 year old Kubota. Guess what?? Some parts are not available. Yet, I can get all the critical parts from Deere for my 50 year old 40C and 420U. Yes, some are expensive, but I can get them.

CPeter

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