just an update. this little bugger is still in the inventory. other than routine care this thing has been bullletproof. it runs like a top, has not used a drop of oil and runs more days than not. it has 500+ hrs on it give or take and is still ready to tackle jobs way beyond its capacity.
if i was in the market for this size tractor i would look for another one. the mitsubishi made mahindra tractors are top notch!