Posted by charles todd on July 19, 2009 at 08:59:13 from (205.242.95.133):
In Reply to: 560 HP after rebuild posted by Alan Smith on July 10, 2009 at 17:59:50:
I've seen 560's cheap around my neck of the woods. Are they good tractors? I've heard about weak rear ends and axles... If they can be built up to 100+ hp and be durable enough for farm use I may put one on my list before an 806, 856, or 3088.
Congrats on your pulling experience. Sounds like you had a blast! I'd like to try one day, but I have to wait a few years until my 1962 Farmall 504 makes 50 years for the local "antique" pulls.
Charles
This post was edited by charles todd at 09:02:11 07/19/09.
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