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BrianRM

03-09-2007 12:42:22

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I have a chance to get a tractor in a few weeks and it is about 70 miles from me. The roads are good and its not extremely busy on the 2 lane paved roads but it will take some time. The tractor with loader is about 10000 lbs. so I can't really trailer it with my pickup. The alternative is to get it hauled....but do you think the distance is too far to drive. I'm assuming the tractor has good brakes and won't overheat. Its a gasser and I may need to re-fill.

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Loren in MN

03-12-2007 10:20:31

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Go for it! You"ll have fun! I"ve gone 35 miles one way with a D-17 Allis to pull home a McCormick Deering Thresher with steel wheels. Even the 35 miles back with the thresher behind the tractor was no problem. I did have a car following.

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cockshuttguy

03-11-2007 13:25:11

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

If you drive it, I'd suggest a vehicle with flashers on in the rear at least. With todays nuts driving while talking, doing hair, shaving, drinking, etc. it is risky. Might be worth the investment to have it hauled.
My 2 cents.

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Burnie

03-11-2007 00:39:22

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd take it on. Once drove a Ford 5000 towing an auger. Not sure how far but it was a lot further than 70 miles and took most of the day.

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Leland

03-10-2007 21:16:45

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Remember the movie where a guy drove his lawn mower several hundred miles to see his brother ,this should be a cake walk .

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gene bender

03-10-2007 13:24:26

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

We go that far on the tractor rides not a big deal people drive tractors farther than that.

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cb in wisc

03-10-2007 08:14:47

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd say go for it, but check local laws first.
I have heard that Wisconsin has a five car law.
If you have more than five cars following you, no matter what your driving your supposed to pull over and let them by.

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cb in wisc

03-10-2007 08:13:48

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I"d say go for it, but check local laws first.
I have heard that Wisconsin has a five car law.
If you have more than five cars following you, no matter what your driving your supposed to pull over and let them by.

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HAPPY DEERE

03-10-2007 07:11:25

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

just have someone follow you with blinkers

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BOBM25

03-10-2007 07:09:07

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd do it too in a heartbeat! We drove our CIH 7130 from London, OH to where we live in Ottawa, OH, it was about 120 miles. Half the dirt we farm is 25 miles away. We make that trip numerous times per year with our big tractors. Make sure the tires are at the recommended psi before leaving. If they are you shouldn't even notice the wear. But on the other side, what kind of pickup do you have? Even 10000 lbs shouldn't be much of a problem for a half ton with a V8. This is coming from a flatlander, tho :-)

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two mile

03-10-2007 07:08:01

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd say go for it. I bought a combine once that took almost 5 hours to get home. It was a great trip. People look at you funny when you drive it through town, stoplights and all.

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onefarmer

03-10-2007 06:09:22

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I drove a JD 4320 from the Toledo, Oh area to StJohns Mi when I was 14. Half a tank of fuel and minumum tire wear. My parents followed

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RickL

03-10-2007 05:47:05

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

just drive it thats just between farms for some of us

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Mike M

03-10-2007 05:33:35

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Hop on it and go ! Nice way to see the country side.

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John (MO)

03-10-2007 05:29:56

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I got one about that size. To wide for my 16 foot trailer. I drive it 45 miles one way to a farm and back 2 or 3 times a year. No worries. Did mount a set of truck lights on the fenders and ran them through a flasher. Works like a charm. The country looks different at 18 miles an hour.

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1206SWMO

03-09-2007 21:43:13

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

In April 2004 I drove a G-1000 Vista MM 300 miles home to SWMO from Minneaoplis,KS.In April 2006 I drove a 6030 JD nearly 260 miles home from Lindsborg,KS.I averaged over 5 mpg with each tractor.The tire wear wasnt even noticeable.It was far cheaper than hiring them hauled.We did get a front tire on each tractor but they were rotten and I knew they would blow so had nice spares with me.

We traveled the back roads and had no problems at all with traffic.I had an escort behind me.It was the most fun I've ever had and I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

I've also driven two different 715 IH combines over 50 miles each home.37 years ago we used to road a 1966 model Oliver 1950 tractor all over to the tractor pulls.We got as far way as Springfield,MO once which is 100 miles.

70 miles will be less than 4 hours.Just have an escort following you with the flashers on.

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1206SWMO

03-09-2007 21:57:59

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Heres The 6030 In The Kansas Flinthills in reply to 1206SWMO, 03-09-2007 21:43:13

Heres the view out of the 6030 JD in the Kansas Flinthills.This picture was taken about 25 miles NW of Eureka,KS.We were about 160 miles from home then.Its a long ways to the next hill.We once drove for 25 miles and only saw cows.

Anyone that says your tires will wear out in 70 miles has never roaded a tractor very far!

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1206SWMO

03-09-2007 22:09:58

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Re: Heres The G-1000 Vista MM In The Kansas Flint in reply to 1206SWMO, 03-09-2007 21:57:59

Heres the G-1000 Vista MM Wheatland overlooking the same valley as the 6030 JD.

Notice what a difference 2 years makes.In April 2004 things were all nice and green.Thats mud splatters on the windshield.

In April 2006 it was all dry and dusty.Lots of ponds were almost dry.

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flying belgian

03-09-2007 21:26:34

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I wouln't give it a 2nd. thought about driving it. Check fluids, fill gas as needed and go.

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Clint Youse MO

03-09-2007 20:40:54

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Knew A guy that bought a Steiger about 195 miles from here and roaded it home from IL crossed teh river in ST Louis and came up the four lane took him two days siad you could see it all tire looked fine to me said he ad to fill up with fuel once know another guy that roaded a combine from central IL to here about 120 miles in one day with his wife follow ing in the pickup I would drive it if the weather is nice would be a nice little trip

Clint

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JRT

03-09-2007 19:23:21

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

These tractor driving stories are amazing to me. You guys must live in open country where a car only passes now and then. Where I live I absolutly refuse to drive a tractor on the highway, ever. Last summer a lady talked me into bushhogging here property only about 2 miles away on a 2 lane highway. My tractor will do 25 miles per hour, but still before I got there I got the finger twice and someone else yelled "get of the road you f-----g jerk and about blew me off the road. The people here must be meaner than where you guys are talking about. From now on, my tractors stay on the farm.

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Dan hill

03-10-2007 02:43:13

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to JRT, 03-09-2007 19:23:21

I started driving in the early 50s and never met the crazies that are on the road now.I have to drive on the highway up to a 1/2 mile to cut hay on one field or haul fire wood.There are many cases of cars being rear ended while parked in the break down lane on the interstate here.Drunk drivers are a big problem here.They seem to survive accidents they cause.One truck driver just got 3 years for rear ending a car that was stopped at a road work site .The woman was killed.The driver of the truck had over 65 traffic violations on his record that included killing someone in a previous accident.The hiway I live on is very dangerous to be on because of trash trucks from mass.and wood chip trucks from New Brunswick.You cant drive the posted speed limit, they will push you along the road.They will pass in intersections and in blind spots.

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dad's88

03-10-2007 13:33:20

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Dan hill, 03-10-2007 02:43:13

You could't pay me enough to live in a place like that. What's the attraction? Guy like me is not missing a thing. No way there can be any farmes in that area anyway, they wouldn't be able to operate.

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dad's88

03-10-2007 13:41:40

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to dad's88, 03-10-2007 13:33:20

Well I see I really botched that response, my apologies. I can spell on a good day!

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mike a. tenn.

03-10-2007 13:55:05

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to dad's88, 03-10-2007 13:41:40

did you mis-spell something? couldn't prove it by me!

-mike

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mike a. tenn.

03-10-2007 03:01:28

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Dan hill, 03-10-2007 02:43:13

dan...i guess it all depends on where you are. we sometimes have to drive a few miles down the state hwy. to get to another field to hay, but this is farm country and people are used to tractors, combines, and other farm machinery on the road, so most of them are pretty patient and don't worry us much. probably cuz most of them farm or come from farm families too, and know what it's like to have to drive your machinery down the road. you're right tho...you have to be as safe as possible and always watch out for that idiot that thinks you don't have a right to be there, or feels he's so important that you are holding up the world just cuz HE has to slow down. you have to watch out for those people no matter WHAT you're driving tho.

-mike

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dad's88

03-09-2007 23:46:44

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to JRT, 03-09-2007 19:23:21

What the good folks in your area need is to have to deal with the 450 tractor Great Eastern Iowa Tractorcade or the 500 tractor Great Iowa Tractor Ride. I'd like to see 'em try and flip the bird to some of these fine strapping young farm lads. Sure am glad we don't live wherever you are. Do they even have real farms where you live?

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oldrustycars

03-09-2007 18:50:07

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Alvin Straight drove a John Deere 110 garden tractor towing a trailer from western Iowa to Wisconsin, about 300 miles. They made a movie about it, The Straight Story. 70 miles should be OK, I'd make sure to have tools with me, and someone following.

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Sand Flat Bob

03-10-2007 05:42:53

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to oldrustycars, 03-09-2007 18:50:07

I loved that movie. Thought of a lot of similar people I knew in my life, that let things break up a family unit that they later regretted.

Bob

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MarkB_MI

03-09-2007 18:41:21

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Assuming you're not worried about a breakdown, 70 miles is a piece of cake. My greatest fear driving on the road is that I'll be rear-ended by a car popping over a hill or coming around a bend. Try to stick to wide gravel roads without a lot of traffic.

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kyhayman

03-09-2007 18:39:58

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd trailer it, 30 miles is as far as I'll drive one and rarely will I do that. Just nothing about being on the highway moving slow that I like. The shop I use is 42 miles away, to me its worth every penny of the $150 round trip to let them pick up my bigest and bring it home. The others have narrower tread and less ballast so I can haul them but that one takes all 8' of my deck.

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03-09-2007 17:57:41

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I pulled the duals off of a 7045 Allis and drove it 125 miles home part down 4 lane. No trouble, not harrassed by the law, everything was good enjoyed the drive. Go for it, good luck.

R.J.

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JPatton

03-09-2007 17:26:59

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I drove a John Deere 4320 from Topeka, Kansas to Washington DC in the late 70"s. People warned about tire ware so we installed new rubber on the rear before we took off. Drove on the hiway the entire time. 16 days and 1600 miles later we arrived safe and the tires still had the little rubber nubs on them. This was in January so everything was cold. Go for it! If your tires are sound, your tires should be the least of your worries. J

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J.C.H.

03-09-2007 17:23:44

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

A Man drove a John Deere "A"to Alaska and back in the same year once,you should have no problem.

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JK-NY

03-09-2007 17:05:59

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I"d drive it if it is in decent shape. Be sure you start out full of fuel, fluids topped off, have a SMV sign etc as others said. Sunday early am ( or Sat am)is a ggod time to move/haul things if going through a busy town or where traffic can be heavy.Bring a cell phone if you have one in case you have trouble on hte road.You wont hurt the tires any.

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Idiot

03-09-2007 16:51:13

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Don't tell anyone but once I towed a 4 ton tractor sixty miles using a 78 Cutlass. The front wheel dolly didn't steer so every corner was from the twilight zone. Never noticed before stop signs are placed at the bottom between hills. Screaming while standing on the brakes going down. Praying while standing on the gas going up. Didn't quite make my driveway. Well, I made it sideways into what was the front lawn. Hopped onto the tractor and pushed this mess back onto the driveway. Yours truly Idiot

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JWC in MS

03-09-2007 16:50:21

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

In 1986 I bought a CII Gleaner from its original owner. It had been shedded since new and was in excellent shape. He had changed over to larger JD machines for his soybeans in the 70"s and had just used the gleaner for small wheat fields for the previous 15 years. My trip was 200 miles and crossed from one state into another. We did not have any local haulers for combines and my largest truck at the time was a 3/4 ton pickup. After checking with some of the various authorities in the areas I would have to pass through I found there were little or on restrictions on driving the unit, but many rules on hauling it (permits etc.). The end result was I changed all the fluids and filters, made sure all of the factory lights worked, added two additional flashing lights along with front and rear reflectors at the widest points, dropped the header on a flatbed trailer, filled the combine up with gas and set out first thing the next morning. The gleaner was 10" wide outside to outside of the drive wheels with the ladder pulled up and its top speed was 12 miles per hour. At 30 minutes before sundown I was 60 miles from home and contemplated spending the night at the nearest motel. I called the local state troopers post (the rest of the trip was on four-lane US highway) and they said they had no regulations against driving it if all of the factory lights worked, but you could not haul one after dark. I stopped bought some gas, ate a sandwich and then through the throttle open headed for home. I could say I made the trip in a day, but not between sunrise and sunset. 7:30 the next morning I got up ate breakfast then put the header back on and greased everything again. I was cutting wheat by lunch time. The neighbors around the farm asked how many tickets did I get and looked surprised when I told them none. The key is to make sure you have a good plan, that your equipment is in safe condition and don"t look like you are doing something stupid. Good luck if you decide to drive it. I would not have done it if there had been any doubt about the condition of the equipment. Also you would never know those 40 year old Rice and Cane tires had made a 200 mile road trip as they still have 70% or more tread.

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rrlund

03-09-2007 16:34:33

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Where's your sense of adventure? Back in 1969 I drove an Oliver 77 home 150 miles from Archbold Ohio.

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Brian Decatur co. Ia

03-09-2007 16:26:30

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

If the tractor runs good, has decent tires, and you feel up to spending all that time driving it, go for it. I've been on The Great Iowa Tractor Ride many times and I can't tell that my tires wore enough to be able to see. Be prepared with a few tools/spare parts in case you have trouble. Like the others said if its cool dress like its -10 below.

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IAOliverTeen

03-09-2007 21:42:51

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Brian Decatur co. Ia , 03-09-2007 16:26:30

I've seen you post on here a couple of times. I'm from Osceola, who are you?

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georgeky

03-09-2007 15:45:58

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I knew a man(dead now) that bought a new 8N before my time and him and several other neighbors swear he drove it from Dearborne MI. to Winchester KY. They said he had to stop in Lexington and put on new tires. I don't know if it is true or not but they swear it to be. I have driven them 40 miles on several occasions.

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super99

03-09-2007 15:36:42

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I'd do it it a heartbeat if I thought it ran good enough to make the trip.Like said above, 3 to 4 hour trip, if it won't run that long, you better get it cheap. Get a good map and plan your route, county blacktops and gravel as much as possible. Try to miss any large towns and have SMV sign and flashing lights. Smile and wave at everyone you see, most of them will be jealous of you. Have fun, Chris

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Cosmo

03-09-2007 15:17:17

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Have you considered how much rubber will disappear off the tires driving on pavement? Also, as someone mentioned below, you might need a rear escort. I'm assuming you will have someone take you to get it so there's your escort. Good luck and happy motoring. Cosmo

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JPatton

03-09-2007 17:23:44

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Walt Davies

03-09-2007 14:58:05

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

We drive our tractors pulling all kinds of things out here on the county and state roads. We hold up traffic and make city folks unhappy but there just isn't much one can do when haying season comes and you have two tractors and a truck and three pieces of equipment to move from field to field. As far 70 miles if it can't make it then call the guy and get your money back. My Case LA doesn't have 4th gear (I was told because it was made during the war and most likely had steel) at 3 to 4 miles per hour it took me all day to bring it home from a friends place about 20 miles away. But it was fun I just sat back and enjoyed the ride.
I have had cars piled up behind me as far as I can see at times because there aren't any shoulders on our roads. Once a Sheriff got caught behind me and when I found a spot to pull over he just waved and smiled as he drove by. During this season you can run into 5 or 6 harvesters on the main highway going about 25 MPH holding traffic up for miles. But this is farm country and most people just expect that kind of stuff in the summer.
Walt

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mike a. tenn.

03-09-2007 15:10:23

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Walt Davies, 03-09-2007 14:58:05

...i'd drive it 70 miles...but i'd check it over real good afore i left, and then i might just have the boy or even the wifey follerin' me with the truck and a big box fulla tools, a jug of coolant, extree oil, duct tape 'n bailin' wire. it actually SOUNDS like fun!

-mike

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dave guest

03-09-2007 14:53:01

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Did it twice farmall cub and farmall A. Twenty and thirty miles respecti vely. One of the most fun things I ever did.(not saying much, huh?) Every time the old iron would hiccup, I had a small heart attack. Forty degree weather, little nippy, but no overheating. Better than summer I think. Good Luck P.s. wave a lot and smile at the traffic behind you. Let 'em pass once in a while.

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dave guest

03-09-2007 14:52:49

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Rod in Smiths Falls, ON,

03-09-2007 14:43:40

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Been there, done that, twice.

The first time I had a MF35 hauled 65 miles, and a good thing too, as the only thing wrong with the tractor turned out to be a rotten upper radiator hose. This only showed itself after a couple of hours of operation.

The second trip with a 1947 Massey Harris took place in the pouring rain in early summer. I wanted to get it out of there before a rival purchaser stole it. With a good rain suit I found the going just fine, no worse than a day of bass fishing. There was minimal highway driving, though, as the main leg of the journey followed an abandoned railway line.

A Massey 30 with small wheels doesn't go very fast. I was pretty happy to get home, though the tractor ran well for the 35 miles of the journey.

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Michael Soldan

03-09-2007 13:38:28

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

Welp, if the tractor can run at 18 or 20 miles an hour you have a 3.5 hour ride, I'd be driving it if the tractor runs good and has good tires. Have someone check on ya every hour or so and yes, dress warm!

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135 Fan

03-09-2007 15:11:22

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Michael Soldan, 03-09-2007 13:38:28

If you drove a tractor on the road at top speed for 70 miles you wouldn't have good tires anymore. Even if they were brand new. I would bet it's cheaper to haul it than buy new tires for it. Dave

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dad's88

03-09-2007 16:48:32

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to 135 Fan, 03-09-2007 15:11:22

I can tell you really don't road your tractors very much, do you. 32,000 bu of corn per year(I'm a small farmer), 700 bu at a time in my big wagon 22 miles round trip to the river terminal and back. That's 46 trips x 22 miles or 1012 miles per year just hauling corn. I grow soybeans too plus all the other road travel and back and forth in the field. I can get at least 6 years out of a set of rear tires and then they are still plenty good enough for duals. I have an 88 Oliver that has the original 14.9x38 tires on it from 1951. There are over 8000 hours on this tractor. What brand of tires are you using that are made so poorly?

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J Heitkemper

03-09-2007 19:58:54

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to dad's88, 03-09-2007 16:48:32

Tire wear is a Strange animal . Bought new ones on my 4020 about 7 years back , put about 600 hours on her in that time , low hours, Right? , And these tires are showing up to 40%wear,,Too much summer pavement running between farms with the Round baler ,I Guess ,.. I Recall in March , 1971 that the Superhicks basketball Team ,went to State Finals ,The Elated Massey Dealer lent one of his New 175 tractors to make a 125 mile trip from Floyd Central High to Indianapolis , , The rear tires hardly showed any wear , But the front ones had lost probably 10 % , Maybe Toe -in wasn't set for hi-way driving ,, Surely manufacturer of Tires makes a difference,, As for the trip ,, I would drive one to Texas if You wanted me to , and heed all advice suggested,... however , I would not go it Alone under no circumstance ,, The World is too modern to be always Nice,, Blessings on your Drive , Jim

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fixerupper

03-09-2007 18:45:14

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to dad's88, 03-09-2007 16:48:32

Used to do the same thing and had the same results. About 1000 miles every fall harvest and the tires didn't seem to wear much. Jim

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flying belgian

03-09-2007 15:19:27

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to 135 Fan, 03-09-2007 15:11:22

I put 504 miles on road hauling corn to market last fall. yes I can tell the rear tires wore some but not that much.

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Iowa Bob

03-09-2007 13:15:33

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I have been on tractor rides this being my eighth year. Most of the ride's are 60 to 80 miles a day. Plenty of time for break's and visiting. Last year I rode on the ride across Iowa, Dubuque to Sioux City from Sunday moring to Wednesday night. A couple of 110 mile days a 70 which was a peace of cake, and an 80 miler.
Was a great time, You'll see things on the ride you can't see with a car. Higher up and going slower. Bob

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Jim St. Aubin

03-09-2007 13:09:03

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I guess it depends on how much it costs to have it hauled, how much you consider your time worth, if the tractor can make it, and if YOU can make it...70 miles might take three or more hours on a tractor. Sounds like a financial decision to me.

My guess is that you could hire someone to transport it for $200 or less. You might want to try driving it back and keep the hauler's phone number on you in case you decide to quit.

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buickanddeere

03-09-2007 13:00:42

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

I've driven two tractors 45 miles each from my father's farm to my farm. Travel time was early Saturday morning when traffic was light. The roads are wide here with full width shoulders. When ever a vehicle was approaching from behind I moved off the pavement. The day happened to be our anniversary and there had been no previous chance to purchase the card, chocolate and flowers. So on the way I just pulled into the local super store. The locals never even looked twice as a tractor, loader and plough rolled past the local donut shop and up to the grocery store. The wife was surprised to get her gifts later that day. The tractor's lights were working and the slow moving signs installed. Dress warm, you'll get mighty cold even on just a cool day.

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Blue3992 (N Illinois)

03-09-2007 12:48:45

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

What kind of tractor, and what condition is it in? 70 miles sees like an awful long way for most tractors....

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dad's88

03-09-2007 13:37:24

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to Blue3992 (N Illinois), 03-09-2007 12:48:45

I don't know what tractors you run that could not go 70 miles, but that's sad if they can't. Not really worth having if they can't do a fraction of what they were designed to do. Guess ya don't want to break 'em.

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noncompos

03-09-2007 12:47:00

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Re: How far would you drive It? in reply to BrianRM, 03-09-2007 12:42:22

This"s completely out of my field (I often find my strongest opinions are about things I know absolutely nothing about) but you might want to check with your State Hiway Dept: there might be a limit on the distance you could drive without pilot cars, etc. Good luck.

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