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Some rave about the slower reverse gear on the 9N. The 9N with the auxillary tranny that is a benefit. Brakes: you learn to use what's ya got, and make the most of it. 9N brake on same side is not a big deal, yeah sure a little "goofy" but on the low end of the goofy scale. Front mount Distributor: not a big deal. Side is more convenient, but when it's all said and done, more than likely you will spend about the same amount of time tuning up either tractor. Setting timing is a piece of cake. Get an I&T Manual...or read about it on Tyler Neff's website. Easy to follow, easy to do. How often to disassemble the distributor? only when you leave the igniton switch on when the tractor is shut down. You will go through points as long as you do that. Points: finicky little devils. the contact points have a micro thin layer on it...sometimes they go bad even new out of the box...and sometimes they last a long time if ya turn the ignition switch off. Once you develop a relationship with the tractor and know it's quirks and starting quirks, you will be able to read it fairly well and know when something isn't quite right. Position control on the 8N is a nice feature...but shouldn'y limit you...as stated below, Zane Thang will take care of that on the 9N. Depending on serial number, the 9N is somewhat more collectible if that's of interest. Can't go wrong with either one.
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