Posted by TBone550 on January 11, 2011 at 09:33:35 from (71.62.234.109):
I"ve got a 2WD JD 2150 (45 hp) with a 175 loader on it for general use. Even with this relatively weak loader it"s easy to unload the rear tires and spin "em. The ground I operate on is either dry or just greasy on the surface.
Buying a 4WD isn"t an option at this time although I wish it was. A weight box for the rear is also out because I need the 3-pt hitch too often.
Rear tires are nearly new 14.9-28"s on stamped wheels with fluid in the tires and 100 lbs of extra weight on each rear wheel. I"ve been offered a set of cast rear wheels/tires in 18.4-26 which came off of an industrial 2150. The seller wants $500 for the set, and one of the tires would need to be replaced also at $700 extra. The tires themselves would be heavier, the cast centers are a LOT heavier, and the tires would hold more fluid. They would also be wider and taller.
What are your opinions? Would I gain significant traction making the switch? Or would I be better off loading down the wheels/tires that are on the tractor now? Just want to make the best decision for the money.
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