I spent probably 40 years using Ford 9N or 8N's. Work them four hours,work on them 8 hours. I had JD 40 in the mix too.One day I was out in-10 degree weather putting a starter in one. Said screw it and checked around for dealers. The went 70 miles south to a dealer in farm country and bought a Kubota 2501 with bucket, blade and 3 ft hay spears. I could not see paying $20-$30 for vehicle, even more for a pickup, and not paying that for a decent tractor to work on.
Best decision I ever made.I no longer buck bales. I buy 3x3's and move them with tractor. I found a 5ft snowblower and it's a life saver.Going out to use it this AM.
