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The smoothest diesel I've ever been around is the 5 cyl in our old L3750. Not seen any other 5 cyl engines in tractors. This thing is completely vibration free.

My old L245 (2wd no FEL) needed a couple hundred lbs on the front mowing with a 5' 400 lb bush-hog. Still didn't steer very well, was just too light up front.

Gear & Ag tires here also. The L3800DT is my small rig, next one will be larger, but will keep the 3800. :cool:

I have a L3800 and am very impressed with the 3 cyl. Plenty of power and smooth.

For just snow removal, taking it very slow, you might be alright. I would Not trade my L3800DT for a 38hp HST cab tractor. No way! :cool:

I've heard complaints about small 30-something HP tractors with cab, AC, HST Not having enough power. I'd want at least 40hp in a rig like this & personally wouldn't consider one under 50hp...

Anything under 20K is a good deal these days.

Right around 20k seem to be the average cost these days. Get it, before they are all gone! :cool:

If you ever tried mowing with the FEL off, you would be surprised.:cool:

Yes! And better yet, counter weight on the 3 pt. Especially these smaller rigs!

I've never had any issues with the radiator cap on my L3800. What's the problem?

I guess it's a HST model with pto cable? My L3800 gear drive has the pto leaver right at the trans (no cable) and it's either engaged or not.

It could be that the oil pressure is good until the oil gets up to temp then gets thinner, thus the 10 minutes. I'd get a gauge and screw it in where the sender is and read the pressure. If good, replace the sender, if bad, rebuild the lower end.

My FEL lives in a dirt floor shed, no problems.

My L3800 pulls a 6 foot rotary mower just fine, not sure what the baler would require? I'd be looking at a L4600DT or MX5100DT.

I agree with taking the loader off. My loader stays off unless needed and the tractor works better in every situation... Also set your rear tires out widest setting if ya have Ag tires.

Most can't be rebuilt. Our old L3750 needs a pump and the dealer said no to a rebuild. New pump for it is $1100. :eek:

No crush washers needed.

I'm with ya man, the mass & weight of the M is also pretty impressive. Also notice how huge the front axle is on the M. :eek:

I'm kind of in the same spot. I bought a L3800DT because I liked the size and I could pay for it out right, got a great deal also @ 15K. I love the L3800 & will not get rid of it! But we have 400 acres and I'm mowing more than I had planned. This tractor will pull a 6 foot rotary very well BTW...