Tractors

A collection of topics concerning used tractors, tractor ownership & maintenance

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5 Simple But Important Tractor Maintenance Tips

Getting a lot of usage out of your tractor? Why not dedicate a few spare minutes every day toward doing the following things that are practically guaranteed to increase the lifespan of your hard working piece of machinery!

Oil check: Nothing spells trouble more than an under-oiled engine. Run your tractor for a good 10-15 minutes, cut the engine, let it sit for another 10-15, and check your oil...then add as needed. It's simple, but will save your internals from needing unnecessarily early repairs!

Fuel up: Sediment, rust and other grime in your fuel tank should be drained from your tank regularly, as should a fresh supply of fuel be added each day before work starts. 

Radiator Fluid: Coolant leaking into your engine oil isn't so cool, and it's sneaky enough to find a way through your tractor's gaskets and O-rings. One of the more important reasons to check your radiator fluid daily is to see if there's an abnormally quick amount of loss, which could indicate leakage.

Tire Pressure: Daily check-ups of your tractor's tire pressure ensures longer tire life. Tires with low pressure crack and wear down quickly...even a simple 'thumb test' against the sides of your tires can let you know of a tire that needs a small dose of inflation.

Air Filter: Tractors work in dirty conditions, so, it's no surprise that your air filter is probably caked up with grime every so often. Brush off your air filter and be sure to replace it when it's seen it's better days. A clean air filter means more air mixing with your fuel; and therefore, a better running tractor.

These 'simple yet stupid' measures are quick checks you can perform every morning or evening after using your tractor. With just a few minutes, you can work a quick daily routine that will help your tractor keep rolling for years to come.

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Caterpillar Expands Tractor Production

How about this for an up-turn in American homeland production? Caterpillar Inc. stated that they will be building a new plant outside of Athens, Georgia to expand their track-driven compact tractor and excavator production. The new $200 million, 1,000,000 square foot factory will bring another 2,800 jobs into the US.

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Buying Antique Tractors

What would you use one for? Would you display it in front of your office as a lawn ornament, behind a four-post chain link guard? Or, would you restore it, fire it up and use it in the field? People buy antique tractors for different reasons. Some just love the look of how a rustic piece of agricultural equipment changes the mood of their home exterior. There are several considerations you'll need to wrestle with: extraneous costs, upkeep and others. Find out more about considerations when buying antique tractors.

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Considering A Used Kubota Tractor

If you were to ask the average agriculturalist what the top Japanese brand of tractor manufacturer were, you'd probably get a resounding answer of "Kubota." For well over 100 years, the company has been producing some of the best and most competitive tractors in the world -- and especially in the US, after bringing their business here in 1974. Used Kubota tractors are dependable and come with all of the safety and compliance features to give their operator some good piece of mind. Read this guide about used Kubota tractors to learn a little more about them, and which model is right for which job.

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A great new promotional from John Deere, advertising their 6R-9R series with a touching introduction.

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Now listed in the used John Deere tractor area at TractorsForSale: this lightly-used 2008 John Deere 9630 tractor. Only 1,225 hours of use. 4 wheel drive, 4 hydraulic remotes. Located in ND, offer ends on March 9.

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Used John Deere Tractors

It's nearly that time of the year where hundreds of agricultural professionals across America start thinking about purchasing a new or used tractor. The top choice, and nearly 'given' brand that most will flock to is none other than American tractor manufacturer John Deere.

Continually, John Deere tractors are a smart choice for their outstanding track record, trustworthy construction, safety measures and gigantic community of enthusiasts...not to mention the wide availability of used and aftermarket parts.

Are you joining the fray? Read a little more about finding a used John Deere tractor, or search classifieds of used John Deere tractors for sale to compare deals on various models. Trust Deere to pull through for you, in whatever you trust it to do: field, orchard, farm work -- they've got a track record for dependability!

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Tractors on eBay: Worth Considering?

Using the internet to purchase everything from electronics to even cars has been a convenient route for shoppers of all kinds: but, does it apply to purchasing your next tractor?

Each day, tractors are listed on eBay (the same place where you bought that collectible lunchbox). With an auction-based transaction working identically to that of any other used product, tractors sell each day without most of their new owners even getting the chance to inspect the tractor in person (unless it's a local deal).

Intrigued about using eBay to find a used tractor? Here are several tips about eBay tractors including the pros and cons, and the questions you'll have to ask before you shell out that lump sum payment or submit a bid for your new tractor.