Thinking of going to a larger tractor
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Hi Chris thanks for the good information, this is why I posted to get you guys experience, yes a loader can be handy but for use here in my yard a angleing front blade would be much better I have 2 loader tractors now neither one gets used for snow moving
I'm open to other brands but I want something that is supported to some extent and something I can afford as for the larger tires to me its not needed I've been clearing the yard for the 47 years with a plow truck and a walk behind blower ( I was 30+ years younger) and the last 15 years with the Husqvarna lawn tractor and its worked good until now that I have to keep the area at the end of the ramp clear in the past that area could slowly fill in and it wasn't a problem to just drive straight up close to the front door and back away. and another consideration is the space I have in my garage for the tractor. If we get slammed with snow ny friend and neighbor is a half a mile away and he has a White 2-105 with a 7' or bigger blower on it. I'm not going to buy a tractor in next week or month I'll looking and learning and I appreciate the information and ideas
I would do some good research and not get into a hurry. It sounds like a package deal would be best, less headaches finding things to fit and may cost more. I have a friend that has a Kioti and loves it. I really like your house too Gary it looks nice and cozy like most older homes do.
Thanks Jim yea I'm in no hurry I have thought about the Kioti but seeing a members post about having troubles getting parts and repairs kind of has me thinking differently so it good to hear your friend likes his and its working good just aren't many if any used ones around us
If you don't do frequent lifting and moving stuff, then I see why you're not really interested in a front end loader. So then, if I were in your position, I'd go with a SCUT with a front mounting snow blower with a blade on the rear. Likely 90% or more will be blowing rather than pushing, so why have a rear blower and soon end up with a stiff sore neck, and a rear blower will soon do that to you even if you've never had neck issues. And if you do have occasional things to lift or move, you can get a boom pole or set of rear forks.
Just what I was going to mention. Snow blower is limited to blowing snow or (shelled corn). Loader can be used year around and no tanking on and off every spring and fall. Loader can carry the snow out of the way and wind won't both it much. Just my thoughts.
It’s funny when it comes to equipment even the garden tractors were regional. You have to go with what’s popular and serviceable in your area.
Hi Noel I've given it so thought but most wouldn't go in my garage and that' s a must for me
Hi Roger I have experience with loaders and moving snow I have 2 loader tractors it not my cup of tea
Oh I see Gary. Well. A front mount snow blower or thrower on a compact or so could be the answer.
Noel
Hey guys I was thinking while working in the shop this morning before I got a loader tractor I go with a skid loader would fit in the garage hamdier all around and you have the option of snow bucket plow blade or a snowblower and maybe that's what I should be keeping an eye open for also
I'm not a fan of skid steers because of the limited visibility and difficult access but in your case it might just be the answer to your problem. They are far more maneuverable in your tight area and the front blower close to your seating would be a big plus. Also there are many attachments available for them.
Good luck in your search Gary. Taking your time is a great idea. I spent months looking and ended up with something completely different than I started out to buy.
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Hey Chris I'm thinking your right on especially with getting on and off so back to my original thoughts
The only skid steer that would interest me would be a JCB with the side entrance. I don't think they fit in my budget though.
That's for sure just talked to my brother 8 yr younger and he said the same thing