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Buying an 8N what to check for ??

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osweld

01-11-2008 17:15:38




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Ok as for oil PSI what is good and what is bad ?? How long do you need to run it in 40 deg weather to get it hot enough to see if the oil PSI is good or bad ? How about the hydralics how hot do they need to be ?? I would rather spend a little more for a tractor I dont have to dump a lot of cash into after the sale. Thanks boys !




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justin14054

01-12-2008 06:58:00




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 Re: Buying an 8N what to check for ?? in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:15:38  
Osweld,

There are many things to look at depending on asking price of the tractor.These tractors are very simple tractors to work on as someone has already said.Tires/Brakes/Oil Pressure/Does it smoke bad/Grab top of rear tire and push pull and make sure rear bearings are ok/.This forum can help you with any problems you encounter.How I gage price is all of the above.Does somewhat depend on location in USA also.
1)Non running needing work (even if tires are good)=$700 max
2)Running decent tires/useable nice tractor=$1500-%1800
3)Engine work(rings bearings changed) /12 volt /nice tires/Decent sheet metal ($2300-$2500)
4)All New tires/12 volt,new electrical/everything perfect/Excellent sheet metal and painted/Excellent mechanical $3000-$3500

This is just how I judge in the Midwest.Hope I was of some help
Justin

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John (TR)

01-11-2008 19:13:30




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 Re: Buying an 8N what to check for ?? in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:15:38  
Depends on whether or not it has a thermostat installed.
I sold a 2n that ran 30 lbs cold and 0 hot but took nearly an hour to get there. Rev it up and back up to 10-12 psi

If the tractor runs like 50lbs of oil pressure that's a red flag as someones been messing with the relief valve which does not correct low oil pressure.



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Ken(Ark)

01-11-2008 18:27:22




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 Re: Buying an 8N what to check for ?? in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:15:38  
Heres some good advice from John Smith's web site on buying an N tractor . As with anything on the web , read the info and be your own judge cuz we all have different opinions .



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JD Ga

01-11-2008 17:53:52




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 Re: Buying an 8N what to check for ?? in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:15:38  
Left side of this page, go down to "Research & Info" Read "Articles" on buying your first tractor. It gives a list of good things to look for when buying a tractor.



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Bob

01-11-2008 17:46:55




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 First, check YOURSELF. in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:15:38  
First, check YOURSELF!

If you are at least a bit handy, mechanically, and willing to learn, owning an 8N will be a GREAT experience, even if it needs a little work.

If you are buying one expecting it to have all of the "bells and whistles" of a modern tractor, and be as reliable as a modern tractor, PLUS are not willing to do some upkeep and maitenance on it yourself, you will soon be disgusted, and have it up for sale!

I hope you find a better one than the "basket case" that I plan on restoring:

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Ultradog MN

01-11-2008 18:02:37




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to Bob, 01-11-2008 17:46:55  
Jeeze Bob,
You should have warned us.
Had to wipe my glasses off after seeing that poor N.
Good luck with it.



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Bob

01-11-2008 18:10:00




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to Ultradog MN, 01-11-2008 18:02:37  
I posted that photo and some other photos of it about a month ago, and got a bunch of condolences then, as well!

It's REALLY not as bad as it looks, outside of the sheetmetal. I have been collecting parts for it for probably 10 years, and have new rear rims and tires, new front tires, a radiator (US made, no less), and a decent hood and gastank for it, plus a bunch of other parts.

It's a mid-production side-distributor unit.

It was SUPPOSED to see the inside of the shop this winter, but so far there's been a steady stream of customer projects that seem to have priority, for $ome rea$son!

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Dunk

01-11-2008 19:04:18




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to Bob, 01-11-2008 18:10:00  
Bob....

I've seen that poor tractor up to it's.... Well elbows in snow...

Well, I think I have....



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Dunk

01-11-2008 17:55:05




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to Bob, 01-11-2008 17:46:55  
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VERY GOOD post, Bob!!!



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osweld

01-11-2008 17:49:08




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to Bob, 01-11-2008 17:46:55  
I hope I do too.. I am handy with repairs and have a nice 17 x 24 heated garage to work in with nothing in it but my tool boxs and compressor. Just dont want to get in an engine overhaul right away.Some say they will run for years with 10 psi oil prssure ???



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Bob

01-11-2008 18:03:31




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 Re: First, check YOURSELF. in reply to osweld, 01-11-2008 17:49:08  
Yes, if the oil pressure doesn't drop any lower than that, it shouldn't be anywhere's near to being on it's deathbed!



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