[AT] Re: Off topic but greatreading ---- Somewhat back on topic

[HaliganBar at aol.com]

Rob;

I can't say enough good stuff about having  a backhoe available for yard 
chores. In fact I can't imagine how people do yard work without one. I lucked out 
and picked up my MF202 for $4000. The hoe mounts to the back of the loader 
frame and is easily removable allowing me to use the PTO and 3-pt. hitch. I 
bought the tractor from a friend of a friend and believe I got a great deal. I've 
had mixed results with purchases from dealers..one good experience and one not 
so good. Unfortunately, I have to take credit for the not so good deal...I 
should have been more cautious and listened to the little voice in my head 
telling me to walk away from the deal.

Stick with it and I'm sure you'll find the machine for you.

Good luck!
Karl


In a message dated 6/10/04 11:11:04 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
Robgray at epix.net writes:

<< I have a tractor question. I live on a piece of property that could 
 really use some heavy duty landscaping and rock moving and the like. I 
 rented a New Holland tractor last fall that had a backhoe and front end 
 loader, and that thing was awesome. It was exactly what I need around 
 here. Do I have any options that are in the reasonable range for getting 
 such a machine for less than say $7,500? I don't care if it is old or 
 new, I just need the front end loader and back hoe in a bad way...
 
 Rob Gray
 NE PA >>