[316n318inRI]

Hi
I just found this on CL>
https://providence.craigslist.org/grd/d/warren-john-deere-318/6925740108.html

I am not in the market for a 318. How much is a 44 Loader worth? What should i look for if he wishes to sell this separately?
Any tips?

Thanks in advance.

 

[PA318Guy]

Well, I'd see how it functions on the 318 first if you are close enough to do two trips. Then offer to buy the loader after you're sure it's working properly. Certainly doesn't look "well maintained" but that could be deceiving too.

 

[316n318inRI]

Hi
Thanks for the quick reply. I suspect that the 318 is not working so I doubt he will be able to get the 44 moving around. You are right looks like its been used hard.
Are there a lot of stuff that go wrong with the loaders? Thought mostly its hydraulic lines and the pistons- (correct me if I am wrong).
If this this is a bust, i will spend the $$ and buy a new buckloader. Any thoughts?
thanks once again.

 

[316n318inRI]

just got an Email back- not parting it out.
So I am headed the buckloader route!
Thanks for the input

 

[TUDOR]

just got an Email back- not parting it out.
So I am headed the buckloader route!
Thanks for the input

That stands to reason. The loader makes the tractor valuable, not so much the other way around.

Battle scars on a loader are an indication that it can do the job. They have little to do with how well maintained it was. Paint doesn't last long when dealing with dirt and gravel.

 

[316n318inRI]

ok good to know. will keep in mind if I find another 44 loader... for now will keep searching...