[AT] not far OT

[Lane Freeman]

I recently bought a Cub Cadet Big Country 6x4  and I'm extremely pleased
with it.  I bought it to replace my aging Cub Cadet Grizzly 4x2.  It has a
20HP Honda Engine  and 6 wheel independent suspension that floats over the
bumps in the field or woods.  Its 6x2 all the time but with a pull of a
lever the differential locks and both rear axles are locked in for 6x4 trail
riding.  Also has a large electric powered dump bed with 1000lb capacity and
trailer hitch for 1200lb towing capacity.  Two deer will easily fit in the
bed and I hope to give it a workout in the upcoming deer season.  I also had
looked at ATV's but figured the Big Country  would be much more useful. Many
times I have someone with me so the extra passenger seat comes in handy and
the price was actually much less than most ATV's and considerably less than
a Polaris Ranger.  Cabs are available but I think it would be in the way for
deer hunting and driving in the woods.  Being a hunting vehicle was as
important for me as being a farm vehicle.  Also comes with a 12V power port
which works great for plugging in a spot light or work light.

Lane Freeman
New Tripoli, PA

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "CEE VILL" <cvee60 at hotmail.com>
To: <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Friday, October 22, 2004 8:53 AM
Subject: [AT] not far OT


> Knowing that these machines are filling in for tractors on some farms
around
> the country, pulling spray rigs, etc,  I am thinking this is not entirely
> off topic.  The topic is four wheelers, four runners, atv's or whatever
one
> chooses to call them. I am guessing that many listers have them or have
> hands on experience with them. Although I have no real need for one, I am
> thinking it would be pretty handy at times to have one available. With the
> numerous sizes and brands on the market, where does one start.  I have
> kicked tires on a couple but   they seemed high priced for their
condition.
> My only criteria at this point is that it be a 4x4, not a  4x2.  Beyond
that
> it deosn't matter if it is a 250 cc or a 700 cc.
>
> Any comments offered on good brand vs. bad brand, good features, bad
> features, would be appreciated. The most use right now would be to bring
the
> occasional deer from my woods or to get there and back when my legs
stiffen
> up. Due to limited need, good used is where I will look.  If I don't soon
> get the best of the  pneumonia that has been on board for the last six
> weeks, deer season won't be an issue this year.
>
> Thanks for any help,
> Charlie V. in cold, wet WNY
>
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