Originally Posted by Davyalabama
An old 70's, early 80's John Deere.

Had a 3020 that we raised from a baby. We replaced it with a 5042 with cab and air. That 3020 never gave a bit of trouble and it was used as a row crop tractor for over 20 years. John Deere is good when they are new but as they age they aren’t what they used to be. When repair time comes better get a loan. Just last week we had a 5042 quit and we took it to a diesel repair shop- not a JD shop. Come to find out the wiring harness shorted out and almost caught on fire. The wiring harness alone from JD was 2,800. Had the repair shop just go in and replace the wiring that was burned, do a complete service on all fluids and filters, and work on the loader. Total bill from the diesel shop was 2,800. I know it seems like a lot but JD would have charged at least 2x’s that.

I am looking for a 90 HP tractor now and really think I will buy a Kubota. I love a JD but they will break the bank. Just for your information-Nick Saban has bought into Tri Green equipment company. He knows where the money is at!

Just my $0.02 worth.

I can't stand a thief.