First, thanks for any help with this decision. I have a JD 1010 tractor/710 loader/50 backhoe, 4 cylinder diesel. The engine power dropped to almost nothing one day. The problem is no combustion in two cylinders and some strange engine noise. I'm fairly certain the engine needs a rebuild, which I could do. But I am not familiar with part costs on this model.
I really need a machine that can work, not one I need to baby. The problem is that my budget is low.
What are the largest likely costs to get the engine running again? What should I look for as I disassemble the engine to determine the economics of the situation?
What is a reasonable ballpark value as it is? I'm thinking about a skid steer with a backhoe attachment instead. Thanks for any input.
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