farmer52 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Because of my mom's declining health and time contraints, I decided to rent the home farm to a local farmer for the next 3-4 years. Since I will not need my newest and largest tractor I decided to sell my 1990 JD 4455 tractor. Today I sold the tractor. The tractor is going to a farmer who will likely take better care of it than I did. I spent several years looking for this original low houred tractor and now it is history. I still have my other "collector" tractors and plan to keep them (at this time). 1 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Very sorry to hear this Ken.Ron Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Dash Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Sorry you had to part with your tractor, especially under those circumstances. We'll pray for you and your Mom. 1 Quote Jim Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyhauler Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Ken: Now you have some extra cash!! And life is strange sometimes-in better times you might just buy it back! BTW, are you going to be at Macungie??Johh Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 We all dread the day we might have to part with some of our beloved iron. Its a tough call. I feel for you,Ken. Al 1 Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gmerrill0516 Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 That sucks. Sorry your Mom is having a rough time. The financial implications can really be a problem too. I'm sure she is proud to have a responsible guy to lean on in her time of need. I pray things work out for you and your family.Greg Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
storkmack Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 I'm not a Deere guy at heart but, those 44?? are like a good Mack. They just keep going and going. -Brad Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168164 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 The farmer that I help at harvest use to have a 4450 (I think it was a 50...) with front wheel assist. Really enjoyed running that tractor with the grain cart. He had to upgrade (spend money) a few years back so it and the 825 cart went and was replaced with a 8410 and a 950 J&M cart. He has an 8300 and the 8410 and they are really nice units. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168169 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 We'll have a good thought for both you and your mom!...........................................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168170 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 Sorry Ken. Don't worry, that old JD will never forget you, just like you won't forget it. I hope your mother feels better. Vinny. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168171 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 Ken, its only a thing and it can be replaced down the road. Your mom is more important to take care of. She can't be replaced so spend as much time with her as you can. Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168208 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 Ken, Look at the bright side. Your able to keep the farm and someone else has to do the work. More time you can spend with your Mom, MH, and other toys. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 Thanks everyone for the kind words. It is not so much the money as it is the time. I am splitting my time between the farm in PA and my house (and wife) in OH. My mom is in back in the Nursing Home (which is about 5 miles from the farm) so she is in good hands 24/7 (albeit expensive). This past year I put less than 2 hours on the 4455. Sitting and not being used is hard on a vehicle. Several other tractors have not run/moved in many years. There is enough "stuff" to do without even thinking about working the land. And now with "uninvited guests" scoping the house, barn, and sheds just adds to the situation. My dream of retiring and "playing" on the farm has diminished. I have faith that all this will pass and time will not be a major issue.I made some money on the sale of the 4455 so that is definitely a plus. That gives me some funds to "spend" on other things (keep the funds in circulation). And the added income from the farm rent will offset some expenses (taxes, insurance, etc.). Next on the "for sale" list is the JD HX15 15 foot rotary mower. 1 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168275 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Glad your Mom is in good hands Ken and that you've rented out the farm. Good to have movement around the place to keep the lookers at bay. The 44 series in my opinion is the best size and series made by JD. Good luck to you and your family. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168586 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 I feel your pain Farmer52, the last 6 months of my dads life he spent at home under the watchful eye of mom and me and my 2 brothers.The doctors said he had to be place in a home,when they told my mom that I was there and I could see the life just about go out of her.She looked over at me and asked me what I* wanted to do.I told her that if you want him home then lets pack up his clothing and get on home.She was very thankful for that and has always reminded us boys that she couldn't have been more proud of her 3 boys.It was 24/7 care but looking back I wouldn't have changed it for the world.God Bless Farmer52.Will keep you and your mother in my prayers. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/30200-sad-day/#findComment-168888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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