[AT] old corn planters

[Al Jones]

They aren't real cheap, but it is hard to beat a JD 71 unit planter.  I like IH 185's but seems like they are harder to find.  Both have disk openers.

Al


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>From: jtchall at nc.rr.com
>Sent: Feb 22, 2013 7:27 PM
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>Subject: [AT] old corn planters
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>I am looking into planting some corn this year. I’ve got a fellow that can plant it for me, if my fields are ready when he is in the neighborhood with his rig. Ideally, I would rather have my own planter. I prefer a 2 row so it will free up duties on the 2 tractors that I would use with a 4-row. Besides, it would take up much less shed space.
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>I’ve seen a lot of 2 row Ford 3pt planters (model 309 I think) on Craigslist. The only thing I don’t like is they are a sword type planter instead of disc row openers. I’ve also seen a couple 2 row AC planters that appeared to be tow behind units. Anybody had any experience with these small planters or have one you would recommend? I wouldn’t mind having no-till but those aren’t very cheap.
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>Thoughts on the matter?
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>John Hall
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