Posted by Denny on March 09, 1998 at 07:36:36:
In Reply to: I Need Advice-Ford 8N or What? posted by Kent Wright on March 08, 1998 at 12:32:18:
The 8N is good for the things that you mention. It
has a low center of gravity wich improves stability
on hills. If your terrain is very hilly, I suggest
that you move the rear wheels out a bit. The wide
front will not protect you from roll over. The lack
of live power only affects you with mowing with a
shredder/Bush Hog. I have live power on both of the
tractors I use for shredding. On one of them, I added
a device called an over running clutch. This is one of
the best inventions that I've ever used. It allows
shifting at will, forward or back, and prevents the mower
from powering the rear wheels. Since I added this to the
tractor, I don't use the live power except when I get
to very heavy grass. A lower gear avoids its use then.
Most farm stores have them and they cost about $65. I bought
another one this weekend. I plan to put it on my 8N so
that I can mow with it instead of my Allis WD. The 8N
has plenty of power for mowing and is a lot more
maneuverable in tight spaces. So for $65, you can get
an 8N or 9N and save a couple thousand over the newer
Fords.
Regards,