Posted 2/14/2010 18:50 (#1074673 - in reply to #1074593) Subject: RE: J. Deere 7000 splitter Planter
We have a 6 row planter with a 6 row splitter that sounds identical to the one you reference. If we run over 15 mph it will really whip the tractor around. The splitter wheels have enough slop that it will really work a 4230 John Deere.
We have never had any clutch problem that I would blame on the splitter. 7000 clutchs need to be rebuilt regulary anyways after tears of use. Make sure that any idlers on the splitter drive chain are good. Had one lock up once and really tore up some hardware.
We really like ours and have used it since 1987. I would doubt that you will be able to drive very fast pulling it but still may be quicker than loading and hauling it.
INDY
J. Deere 7000 splitter Planter
