A new 5U D2 addition

This arrived today, I bought believing I could get it running, had been parked outside since 2018. A friend delivered it today. He said seller drove onto trailer, was a pleasant surprise. It is converted to direct electric start long ago. Put batteries in it and started instantly.

Congratulations Brian! That is a clean little orchard rig. I like the custom hydraulic reservoir and the fenders are not clapped out like many. I just picked up an orchard D2, but not as lucky as you. I am sending the magneto out to be freshened up. Mine is 14,xxx from Santa Rosa, CA.

Your are a tall person; are you going to move the seat back and up for some leg room? JM

Yes seat adjustment is necessary. I can't get my feet on the brake pedals. this is 18xxx 1956 vintage. The owner made the hydraulic system for all of his tractors.

Being in the 18000 range, it probably came with the bellhousing already drilled to put a starter. I have 18314 and it came from the factory drilled.

Waiting it’s turn. Of the 4 brought home, I expected this one to start easy. I was wrong!

I admire the thought process that went into the location and design of that hydraulic tank

Very nice!

Photo deceiving? The back rest appears to be inside the seat ring? No spring, that is a sure way to expect some extra pains and aches. I sympathize with the Big Feet and Long Leg issue on Tailseat D2, operator comfort was not considered nor was ease of mount, dismount. - CTS