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**Author:** [@Admin](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Admin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2019, 3:25pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/about-the-ask-pete-category/149 "2019-09-09T15:25:52Z")
Have a question for Machinery Pete? Ask away! --- ## [How Rare are 150 HP 2WD Open Station Tractors?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/how-rare-are-150-hp-2wd-open-station-tractors/1399)
**Author:** [@Pete](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Pete)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2025, 2:43am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/how-rare-are-150-hp-2wd-open-station-tractors/1399 "2025-10-25T02:43:09Z")
Tony R. - from central Illinois: "I really enjoy your posts and TV shows, etc. Was just curious how often you come across 150 HP open station tractors that are 2WD? My reply: Not too often! More from Tony: “We bought … --- ## [Massey Ferguson 3650 Tiller](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/massey-ferguson-3650-tiller/3816)
**Author:** [@diamondjfarmwv](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/diamondjfarmwv)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2025, 9:25pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/massey-ferguson-3650-tiller/3816 "2025-03-06T21:25:14Z")
Was wondering whether a MF 3650 will work on my ‘74 MF 135 diesel? I have a small farm and annually reseed a 3.5-acre horse pasture. Also have a small 50’ x 50’ garden that I’m not able to hand till any longer. Thanks. --- ## [John Deere 4240](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-4240/3805)
**Author:** [@silas.h](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/silas.h)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 5:44pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-4240/3805 "2025-02-18T17:44:56Z")
Ask Pete anything about a John Deere 4240 --- ## [Long 1199 Backhoe subframe?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/long-1199-backhoe-subframe/2731)
**Author:** [@JBoron](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/JBoron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2024, 8:04pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/long-1199-backhoe-subframe/2731 "2024-03-18T20:04:28Z")
Total long shot here, but do you ever see long tractors or long 1199 backhoes come through with subframe attachments? I know they sold a subframe kit for the Long tractors when the 1199 backhoes were being offered, but I… --- ## [Tractors not hitting the minimum price at auction](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/tractors-not-hitting-the-minimum-price-at-auction/2727)
**Author:** [@hickfarm6](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/hickfarm6)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2024, 8:01pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/tractors-not-hitting-the-minimum-price-at-auction/2727 "2024-03-18T20:01:56Z")
I’ve noticed several high horsepower tractors not selling at auctions lately due to lack of bids. How does this type of market effect the price data on MachineryPete.com? Does this indicate a turn lower in auction price… --- ## [Keady Auctioneering Service low hours jd and 7810jd with low hours](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/keady-auctioneering-service-low-hours-jd-and-7810jd-with-low-hours/2704)
**Author:** [@janantuma](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/janantuma)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2024, 2:10pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/keady-auctioneering-service-low-hours-jd-and-7810jd-with-low-hours/2704 "2024-01-21T14:10:41Z")
Not per se a question but more a making you aware of a auction in ontario canada that has some interesting lowhour jd tractors in great shape --- ## [Best time for an auction](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/best-time-for-an-auction/2670)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Nothwehr](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Alan_Nothwehr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2023, 4:40pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/best-time-for-an-auction/2670 "2023-11-20T16:40:57Z")
I’m planning to have an auction of late model Caseih equipment before next Spring. Would February be worse than before the new year? --- ## [Largest two wheel drive tractor currently in production](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/largest-two-wheel-drive-tractor-currently-in-production/2659)
**Author:** [@hardlyableacres64](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/hardlyableacres64)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2023, 12:52pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/largest-two-wheel-drive-tractor-currently-in-production/2659 "2023-10-23T12:52:26Z")
largest two wheel drive tractor currently in production --- ## [Value of UNRESTORED C20 ‘63 Chevy pick up](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/value-of-unrestored-c20-63-chevy-pick-up/2589)
**Author:** [@Missy\_Lanious](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Missy_Lanious)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2023, 8:24am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/value-of-unrestored-c20-63-chevy-pick-up/2589 "2023-05-22T08:24:34Z")
Hi Pete, I’m hoping you could help me find what the value of a ‘63 C20 Chevy pick up that runs, but hasn’t been restored, it’s not the original 235 engine and it has an age-appropriate utility box bed. I attached the … --- ## [Corn picker](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/corn-picker/1153)
**Author:** [@Mason](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Mason)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 6:30pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/corn-picker/1153 "2023-04-13T18:30:17Z")
Pete, I need your help with something. We have a Oil City Model E 1 row corn picker in original condition and has been kept in the shed all its life. I was wondering if you could help me with pricing on the picker. --- ## [What's IHC 966 MFWD Tractor Worth?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/whats-ihc-966-mfwd-tractor-worth/867)
**Author:** [@Pete](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Pete)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2023, 4:18pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/whats-ihc-966-mfwd-tractor-worth/867 "2023-02-26T16:18:11Z")
Just got this question on Twitter: “@MachineryPete I’m looking at a International 966 MFWD. What is a tractor like that worth?” - Robert Breckner. Here’s a pic of the 966 MFWD Robert is looking at: \[IHC966-MFWD-Twitter… --- ## [NY Auction](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/ny-auction/2531)
**Author:** [@Arob183](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Arob183)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 2:25am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/ny-auction/2531 "2023-02-09T02:25:17Z")
Might be a good one for those looking for low houred R series to attend? Probably the best lineup weve seen in NY in a long time. --- ## [International 770 High Boy Sprayers](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/international-770-high-boy-sprayers/1045)
**Author:** [@Pete](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Pete)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 6:36pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/international-770-high-boy-sprayers/1045 "2022-03-12T18:36:59Z")
Jeremy W. from Illinois: “Found this gem of a sprayer while on a farm visit today (pic below). When is the last time you saw one of these at a sale Machinery Pete?” My reply: "Almost exactly 5 years Jeremy. I’ve only … --- ## [John Deere 7530 Premium](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-7530-premium/2239)
**Author:** [@Ernest2068](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Ernest2068)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2022, 9:01pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-7530-premium/2239 "2022-02-11T21:01:45Z")
Pete I saw you post about the 7530 I actually bid on the tractor but I had to stop because it just kept going. I have been looking for one of those tractors for a long time but a good one is rare and prices are super hig… --- ## [Inland Steel & Foraging snow blower DA102 parts look up](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/inland-steel-foraging-snow-blower-da102-parts-look-up/2231)
**Author:** [@stew](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/stew)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2022, 9:35pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/inland-steel-foraging-snow-blower-da102-parts-look-up/2231 "2022-02-05T21:35:36Z")
Today we broke a rod 1 3/8", 21 spline. Which connects to the tractor’s PTO and goes through the snow blower. First question. Who has the part for sale? Does anyone have a manual so we can see specs and a part number … --- ## [John deere 2rn yellow chopper head](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-2rn-yellow-chopper-head/2229)
**Author:** [@slbursch](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/slbursch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2022, 5:23pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-2rn-yellow-chopper-head/2229 "2022-02-04T17:23:29Z")
We recently had a barn fire and lost 4 of the JD 2RN yellow chopper heads. We need a value to give the insurance company. Do you have any idea? Do you have any auction data for a high/low price? Any information you c… --- ## [Trying to ID my Oliver Super 55 or 550 w/White Construction Package?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/trying-to-id-my-oliver-super-55-or-550-w-white-construction-package/2185)
**Author:** [@Elmer](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Elmer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2022, 8:29pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/trying-to-id-my-oliver-super-55-or-550-w-white-construction-package/2185 "2022-01-16T20:29:18Z")
Trying to ID “Old Elmer” a scraper loader tractor that has served me well for 25 years but now at the end of its useful life without much long deferred maintenance. I have never been able to find out the history or year … --- ## [Tractor worth](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/tractor-worth/2142)
**Author:** [@1122](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/1122)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2021, 1:36am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/tractor-worth/2142 "2021-11-22T01:36:56Z")
Hi Pete. What is a 2007 John Deere 6715 with 655 hours worth? Thank you. --- ## [John Deere Collector Auction in Oregon](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-collector-auction-in-oregon/2045)
**Author:** [@caseadeere](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/caseadeere)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2021, 12:40am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-collector-auction-in-oregon/2045 "2021-08-24T00:40:02Z")
HERMISTON, Ore. — In the early 1980s, Tony Amstad bought a John Deere Model R diesel tractor, and his collection only grew from there. “That was always kind of my favorite tractor,” Amstad said. “After I bought that one… --- ## [John Deere 7510](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-7510/1997)
**Author:** [@KCattleCo](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/KCattleCo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2021, 5:29am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-7510/1997 "2021-05-28T05:29:39Z")
I am wondering the value of a John Deere 7510 with 740 loader(not SL). 15,000 hours with 5000 on overhaul. Tractor in good condition, 1 owner. --- ## [Autonomous Farming vehicles](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/autonomous-farming-vehicles/1947)
**Author:** [@560Dennis](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/560Dennis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2021, 12:22pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/autonomous-farming-vehicles/1947 "2021-04-17T12:22:18Z")
Has this caught on ? I haven’t heard to much on forums . But I tend to be looking at old folks equipment like side delivery rakes ! --- ## [Value of a E435N corn head for 95 combine](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/value-of-a-e435n-corn-head-for-95-combine/1917)
**Author:** [@jvos](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/jvos)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2021, 5:19pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/value-of-a-e435n-corn-head-for-95-combine/1917 "2021-03-21T17:19:57Z")
E435N cornhead that was used on 95 combines. Wanting to know value? Can’t find anything anywhere about them. --- ## [Recent prices for Jd 635Flex headers?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/recent-prices-for-jd-635flex-headers/1914)
**Author:** [@Ribstone](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Ribstone)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2021, 11:13pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/recent-prices-for-jd-635flex-headers/1914 "2021-03-13T23:13:35Z")
What are Jd 635 headers selling for? --- ## [About how much is a 8360 R](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/about-how-much-is-a-8360-r/1912)
**Author:** [@Spencer\_Vandenberg](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Spencer_Vandenberg)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2021, 10:38pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/about-how-much-is-a-8360-r/1912 "2021-03-13T22:38:39Z")
We are looking for a few 8360 Rs and I’m wondering how much they are --- ## [Approximate price for a John Deere 420-W](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/approximate-price-for-a-john-deere-420-w/1849)
**Author:** [@doublebmb](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/doublebmb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2020, 8:23pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/approximate-price-for-a-john-deere-420-w/1849 "2020-12-31T20:23:42Z")
I’m looking for an approximate price on a John Deere 420-W. I’m not sure of the hours. Currently not running. Was running before my dad passed away (almost two years ago). Probably needs a little work to get running o… --- ## [John Deere 4000](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-4000/1742)
**Author:** [@Rollie\_Peschon](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Rollie_Peschon)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2020, 8:07pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-4000/1742 "2020-08-30T20:07:29Z")
Pete. I have sold my NW iowa acreage (10 acres) and am looking at liquidating my hobby farm equipment. I’ve got a John Deere 4000 Gas Synchro with 5336 hours . I’ve also got a JD 4RW with fertilizer boxes, corn and b… --- ## [John Deere 9879](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-9879/1727)
**Author:** [@LZMR](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/LZMR)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2020, 6:20pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/john-deere-9879/1727 "2020-08-15T18:20:39Z")
Looking for low hour 9870. 2010-2011. Dealer, private or on auction. --- ## [Ask Pete: What's Versatile 145 Tractor Worth?](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/ask-pete-whats-versatile-145-tractor-worth/1707)
**Author:** [@Pete](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Pete)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 7:24pm UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/ask-pete-whats-versatile-145-tractor-worth/1707 "2020-07-28T19:24:23Z")
Ask Pete Question from Joel B. from Wisconsin: “Came across this Versatile 145. Any idea what this is worth? It runs great.” Pete’s Reply: Very cool find Joel! I don’t see ton of Versatile 145’s around. Checking our d… --- ## [Flying Combine - The Silver Bullet](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/flying-combine-the-silver-bullet/955)
**Author:** [@Pete](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/u/Pete)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2020, 7:37am UTC](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/t/flying-combine-the-silver-bullet/955 "2020-07-15T07:37:15Z")
Question from Facebook follower Jon F: “Machinery Pete, I have an off the wall question. When I was a kid in the late '80’s there was a man that came to the rodeo that was a daredevil act. He had an old combine that … [Next page](https://discuss.machinerypete.com/c/ask-pete/9.md?page=1)