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03-23-2007 13:55:56

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I"ve been running my 55 960 for 7 years with the original 6V system. I"ve never had a problem with it except needing to replace the battery once. I don"t think there is a problem with 6V batteries, but lead acid batteries in general are old technology and don"t last as long as a moder Optima or even a sealed lead acid battery. I only use my tractor for mowing, post hole digging and once used it with a 2 bottom plow. I"ve not had a need for 12V. Frankly if you do your regular maintenance, I don"t think there"s anything wrong with the 6V system at all. I"ve now purchased a 6V Optima (I love Optimas and have replaced every vehicle battery I own with one) for my 960 and even made a custom battery hold down bracked and rod, which I had zinc plated and it doesn"t look out of place at all. I need to update my picture page and will in the next few weeks. If you don"t have a specific need for 12V to run some equipment, I don"t see a need to convert. I also get the generator rebuilt for $80. It didn"t even really need it, but since its a total restoration I wanted it in new condition. I doubt that most people are using their antique tractor as their main workhorse day in and day out, so components like batteries and generators should be wearing out on a regular basis.

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