RE: Ford 309 planter
 

I see. In one of my previous posts I referred to the popularity of the plates for this planter because I've watched them sell on Ebay for $30 a pair and knew that Lincoln sold the Deere plates for $11 new. I've heard that NH is getting $50 a pair for the 309 plates. No wonder they're going for $30 on Ebay. I'm hoping the NH plates that are blank will be cheaper and I'll fashion my own sets. Have you had to get parts for your planter and had trouble finding them?

RE: Ford 309 planter
 

I bought my 309 when I retired from farming, and sold my farm and all of my big stuff, and moved south.The only reason I bought a309, was that the price was right--$75. International and John Deere 2 rows were much more. But IH and JD parts are cheaper and more readily available. CHEAPER, never thought I would say that about John Deere!I just picked it up to plant a little sweet corn, and it will probably do what I want for the rest of my life. I haven't had to buy any parts, and upon checkingsome priceswith NH dealer, I will try to avoid that.

One hint provided by another 309 owner: Do not back up orlet the drive (press) wheels hit the ground when backing up. The seed knockers are plastic and rather fragile. Hitting them hard in reverse will often break them--about $50 each.

RE: Ford 309 planter
 

Yikes! That's a tip I won't forget. Thanks.

RE: Ford 309 planter
 

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