2290 8-Speed

[in-too-deep]

Found a 2290 for sale with an 8-speed instead of PS. Other than being simpler and arguably more reliable, what are some pros and cons to this transmission? I see there's a high and low range. Does that work like a T/A with on-the-go shifting? Or are you in that gear until you stop and switch? I've read that they can be difficult to shift gears at times and may get stuck in 2 gears. Is that an external issue than can be fixed with adjustment and linkage repair? Thank you for your thoughts.

 

[1175scott]

I've got one. Parts for the rear end are very hard to find. The gear spacing is nothing like a power shift. A very cool tractor but would rather have a power shift for farming. Mine just pulls a 15 foot batwing.

 

[casecollectorsc]

I have had a 1170 8 spd for 43 years...bulletproof if you use common sense. No power shift or t/a. 8 straight cut gears that don't like to be shifted on the move, no synchros. I have not spent any money on the trans., one overhaul and one clutch. Wish the 2290 8 spd was close as I would buy it.

 

[DRussell]

Is this essentially the same transmission as the 30 series 8 speeds?