Thinking about trying the green side

[Anonymous-0]

I've been thinking about adding a John Deere to my collection. I've had over 40 tractors but never even heard a 2 cylinder JD run. What's the difference between an A and B? What is the going rate on these tractors? Anyone in the NH area have one up for sale?

 

[wilamayb]

I'm not sure you should get started. John deere will begin to consume all of your time. LOL!!


A's and B's were made from 1934-1952 with many many changes including two major updates. The A is one size larger than the B.

If you are looking to get started with a Deere I might recommend a 50, 60, 520, 620. These tractors are the most reasonably priced for their utility. The 50 and 60 have live hydraulics and optional live power. The 520 and 620 have modern three point hitch and live PTO.

Just some things for thought.... I hope you find a nice one and enjoy two cylinders as much as we do..

 

[630rich]

the A has around 10 hp more than the B. It is also about 1000 lbs. heavier. You can pick either up for between 1500 to 4500 dollars.

 

[CLW]

Both are good. The A has a better (deeper) sound. With 40 tractors I take it you won't try and make a living with either one. I like the 47-52 in either the A or B. Nice one can be had in the $2500 range.

 

[BushogPapa]

We always figured our Late Styled "B" was pretty near the equal of the average "A"..and "Pound for pound" much better as far as power/fuel usage was concerned...
A 620 or 630 sounds like an "A" and has much MORE Power...!
The 520/620/720 have a "True" 3-Point Hitch design..a nice thing to have..
A good 720 Diesel is as "light on it's feet" as a "B"...keep an eye open for one...you'll be looking for one soon...!!!
Great to hear you are looking for a tractor that won't put you to SLEEP...!!!
Ron.

 

[jd b puller]

A JD 2 cylinder is like a Harley Davidson. Nothing else sounds like it...

To really experience the "2 cylinder sound", see if you can find a JD D. I doubt you'll actually find one in NH, they were more popular in wide open spaces. If you don't want to go travelling, look for an A or a B, preferably an A, as it will have a much deeper sound.

 

[Bushed]

(quoted from post at 03:47:40 09/22/08)
A JD 2 cylinder is like a Harley Davidson. Nothing else sounds like it...

I sure hope the 2 cyl JDs don't leak oil like the early HDs used to do.
Aussie

 

[Vito]

I might think about selling my 1956 JD 60.Email for details if you are interested.Tractor is located in northeast CT.
Vito

 

[johns48jdb]

with that many tractors surely you've been to some tractor shows and seen/heard jd's running. the only thing about getting a jd is that you start bleeding green and there is no way to stop it. get a b. more common and easier to get parts for and lighter to haul to shows and you will want to carry it to a show. buy the owners, parts and shop manuls for which ever one you buy and look throught them before you every turn a wrench. jd's are scary to some people, but they are ease to work on. jump in and get your feet wet. try marlyn smith at 712-489-2570 nights for parts. nice guy to deal with. one thing - if you have any body local to buy a tractor from buy that one. if a tractor is a good one somebody close to the saler will have bought it up. subscribe to green magazine and two cylinder magazine. they have lots of useful info and things for sale in them. they have a list of vendors, upcoming auctions etc. about 25-30 bucks a year. you'll find some awful good help here so come back and ask any question you have. a few guys know all there is to know and some specialize in different areas.

 

[MSM]

They don't leak oil,they are just marking their territory.

 

[MEANJDK]

I dont believe John Deeres were ever designed to leak oil.
Older Harley Davidsons were designed to drip oil on the old style drive chains. When done riding, there was always some left over oil that would drip. The new style O-ring chains eliminated the need for the 'leak'.
There.... you learned something new today!

 

[Rob Myhren]

Thats not oil dripping, thats just sweat!!

 

[Anonymous-0]

Only been to 1 tractor show but it was the second day and most people were gone already due to bad weather. I do have many tractors of the red kind and grey ones. I will be going to the fair this weekend and they will have tractor pulls. Hopefully get to hear that popper noise i've heard about.

 

[Bushed]

(quoted from post at 00:21:03 09/23/08) I dont believe John Deeres were ever designed to leak oil.
Older Harley Davidsons were designed to drip oil on the old style drive chains. When done riding, there was always some left over oil that would drip. The new style O-ring chains eliminated the need for the 'leak'.
There.... you learned something new today!

That sounds like a drowning man grasping at straws floating past. LOL.
Aussie

 

[MEANJDK]

Is there a hidden meaning behind what you wrote? Say what you mean and mean what you say. Save the cryptic messages for Hollywood. Most of us are just tractor people here.

Your comments had nothing to do with what was ask for by the originator.

There is always going to be people like you who seem to know the most or worst about everything. Its tiring to read comments like yours. You dont seem to know too much about John Deeres or Harleys, or you would never have made that comment. My comment was just as many others posted on this site are; simply informative. Why screw with this guy?

I wrote so the guy wouldnt have second thoughts about buying and playing around with John Deeres because of the ignorant 'seed' you may have planted in his thoughts. Whether it be a joke or an uneducated opinion, I only wanted to clarify that for him. Is that OK with you??

I have noticed through all my years that the vocal and self proclaimed experts on Harleys and John Deeres, (i.e. haters), are the ones who never owned one and dont know jack about them.

Lets get back to helping people out!
Have a nice day!

 

[Bushed]

Sorry if you took my replies the wrong way, but I think that most people here would know what I meant.

I didn't mean to offend anyone or cause anger, or let the topic get this far off topic.

I also won't continue in a verbal stoush with anyone.
Aussie