I run an '82 JD 650 (Yanmar built) for my everyday chore tractor. Dependable and SIMPLE. Not the greatest in terms of HP (2 cyl. 17 HP) and convenience, but it always works--over 2000 hours so far. And I can fix just about everything myself as long as I don't abuse it. Parts can be tough to find, but I have managed when it has been required, which is not often. I keep a cross-reference of filters, etc. so I don't have to pay JD prices. I use a 1941 Farmall H for fieldwork. It's been a project but it is over 80 years old. I'll probably leak at that age, too.
My Father-in-Law had a Kioti CK25 TLB if I remember. It was not the most dependable machine. I also have had a JD 1025 for lawn mowing and snow moving for 5 years. Just over 400 hours on it (200 when I got it--maybe 40 hrs a year for me). This is the first winter it has NOT been down for extended time, and that's just because it is a mild winter so far. It seems something is always breaking on it. I am the second owner so no warranty for me. The mid PTO bearing failed and was a real bear. I swear they put that part in and built the tractor around it. A real disappointment.
If I had to just run one tractor, it would be that 1982 650 Deere. Your Ford of similar vintage is probably equally bulletproof. There's a lot to be said for simple little tractors. I got a ROPS for my 650 (used OEM), but the 1100 has an aftermarket ROPS if you don't have one. I have no loader and wish I did. You have a nice solid machine there.
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