ehertzfeld Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 Here is a question for you guys, wich do you like better,tractors with running boards or non running boards? WHat are the advatages to both? ANd why do you like them? Also I know RBT is running board tractors, but what dose FDT stand for? Just sitting here wondering that. I have notice several you have them with and several with out running boards. Just kinda curious. Elon
Kent Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 FDT = foot dragging tractor And guess which ones I like best by looking at my signature...
MPH Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 Kent, maybe you put the orginal posts of FDT and RBT in a 'site' history for newer members. GOT to be the longest running topic on this site. Paint color might come close...MPH
stumpy Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 Hmmmmm....well, as one ages and begins to lose control of various bodily functions I suppose running boards could become necessary :D. Foot draggers make it a lot easier to accomplish a "Fred Flinstone" power boost...although I can't imagine ever needing one...just in case I'll stick with the FDT's.
rokon2813 Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 I like the FDT's because they look more like "tractors". And I agree with putting a foot down for Fred Flintstone traction as well as balance to save a "tip-over". Runnig boards have their advantages too. Being able to move your feet around a little for comfort on a long job for one.
Kent Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 Bob, I've had to "rock" my tractors out of ruts many times, in snow/ice, loose dirt and mud. On two different occasions, I've put a foot down to stop the tractor from tipping over on it's side.... If all you do is mow, or work on flat land, the RBTs are likely more comfortable. For doing all kinds of dirty work on hillsides, in all kinds of conditions, I'll stick with the FDTs...
dirtsaver Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 Elon there are as many reasons as there are owners I'd guess. For me, I have both types and enjoy them both, however, my favorites are my B series footdraggers. There's just something about those hi-rise fenders! I think it's because they resemble farm tractors so much. For me each type has jobs they are best suited for. The RBTs are great for mowing and snow pushing. The footdraggers excell for garden work because you have a clear view of the ground below. Esp. using the two piece cultivators. I'm sure some members will disagree, and any of our tractors are capable of doing any job at hand. I'm just more comfortable doing certain jobs with certain tractors. Larry
ehertzfeld Posted November 10, 2003 Author Posted November 10, 2003 I'll agree with the tractor looking aspect of a FDT. I have two and love them. I can see that having more room to put your feet would be nice as well. Guess I'll have to get a RBT to continue this research! lol Elon
thedaddycat Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 I have a nice RBT or two around here somewhere........ Do you want a shopping list?? LOL
dirtsaver Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 LOL! Elon now you are getting the idea! And not only RBTs and FDTs but various years and styles and HP and.........you have to have ALL the attachments and a tractor for every different job and.............. Well Elon... you get the idea. It's an addiction. and none of us want to be cured! Larry
DaleC Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 The first thing my 23 yr. old son said when he saw the B-12 was, "Dad!, It looks like a tractor." I love my FDT's. I am going to get a RBT for the wife so she can help me mow.
Chris727 Posted November 10, 2003 Posted November 10, 2003 I like my foot dragger best(B110) but I do have three RBT's, only one of which runs. The things I don't like about the RBT are that the traction doesn't seem as good, and the lift arm works opposite of the one on a foot dragger. When the mower deck is lifted up, I've got this lift arm sticking out at me and it makes it harder to get on and off of the tractor. But many RBT's had electric or hydraulic lift so that would take care of that problem, other than that the RBT is more comfortable. I also like the way the hood opens up easily on an RBT and parts are more available. Another thing I have noticed about RBT's is the frame tends to rust out below the battery and gas tank on most of them, even newer ones. The FDT's had a less desirable PTO engagement assembly, the metal gas tanks sometimes rusted out, it is harder to remove the mower on an FDT, and they had less safety features, if any. But you gotta love the chrome on an Allis B series! You can't really go wrong with any of large frame simplicity tractors both FDT or RBT.
jkmustang1 Posted November 11, 2003 Posted November 11, 2003 I love my B110 rides just like they have from the time I was 7 or so. Only now I can reach the pedal and foot boards. Hope to get my b10 going soon another fdt. Then I have the Lincoln of the fleet the 312h an AC made rbt. It's so loaded it even has a lighter in dash and headlights and electric lift.
thedaddycat Posted November 11, 2003 Posted November 11, 2003 Chris, youi can change that by re-routing the cable. Do a search for "counter balanced lift" or similar terms, you'll find everything you need.
MDB Posted November 11, 2003 Posted November 11, 2003 So when do you want to pick that Lincoln RBT up Jon??;):D:D
Tacey Posted November 11, 2003 Posted November 11, 2003 I posed the same question last month, ehertzfeld... http://www.simpletractors.com/club2/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=22767 The debate rages on... Tacey
ehertzfeld Posted November 11, 2003 Author Posted November 11, 2003 lol Tacey guess I missed that one!
TimJr Posted November 11, 2003 Posted November 11, 2003 RBT lift lever fix - if your lever needs to be pulled back to the seat to get the deck off the ground, here is one easy fix. Take either a 3/4" or so roll pin, spread it open enough to fit around the deck lift cable, then install it between the end and the yoke where you put the pin in - takes up the slack. Another even easier one is get a small cable clamp, and just pull the excess cable out when you have the lever lowered completely, and clamp it right next to the yoke. Just leave enough for the deck to still follow ground contours when lowered.
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