John Deere 2038R 100 Hour Review

2038R 100 Hour Review

[@ElkCreekAcres]

That was a great review Joe!!!
A few things. I'm not too proud to admit that I owned my 2025R for about a year before I realized that the fender lights swivel, as do the lights on my 2038R. Try it out, it makes those lights worth having, otherwise they are almost useless.
I couldn't agree more with everything you said, for the frame size it's a lot of power. The rear hydraulics would be first on my list, the hydraulic top link is a real game changer for sure. And yes, my R1's are not friendly on my yard, especially spring and late fall, I will likely try out the R14 next time around. I personally like to see some reviews of the R14 with a few hundred hours on them, they are still fairly new.
PS
Tractor Time with Tim is forbidden language in my house, he has certainly cost a lot of us money. ; ) Lol

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thanks for the feedback! I’ll have to play with those lights for sure. Yep, every week I tell my wife something else we need and she tells me to stop watching 😀

[@geo_walters]

I have R14's on my 2012 1023E... 440 or so hours, still holding up. I had to put tubes in some for punctures, but wear-wise, excellent. Lots of traction for my needs around the yard.

[@ElkCreekAcres]

@@geo_walters That's good to hear, they will be my tire of choice when these R1's are worn out.

[@airnashville3883]

Nice video. You were in my random feed this AM. I have the 2021 JD2032R, essentially the exact same tractor without the turbo, all same capacities. Mine is equipped with the same loader and I have the 60D auto-connect mid mount mower and the 270B backhoe. I also noticed we are both in TN; my tractor came from Trigreen in Cookeville. I previously owner a Kubota BX24 with similar equipment. The kubota was way more precise when using the FEL and BH but, that’s the only advantage I notice. I’ve added 2 tool boxes I made from ammo cans as well as added LED task lighting front and rear and electronics control station. Love this tractor…

[@vikingtractor6065]

Very cool and thanks for watching! 2032 is an awesome machine for sure. I have a buddy that loves his. How do you like the 270B backhoe?

[@airnashville3883]

@@vikingtractor6065 I love mine, very strong but, like I mentioned, not as precise as the Kubota. Seems doing dual functions like a curl and lift is almost impossible to do with the FEL and is impossible with the BH. You have to move them independently but, that’s not a big issue. They are expensive but, after having had one for the past 17 years I knew they are well worth it.

[@freidrichnietzsche6643]

Looking at this as a smaller compliment to my 5055e which is set up for heavier work but sometimes too big and tears stuff up with its r1 tires and weight.

[@arepadetrigo]

Excellent review. Receiving my 2038R next week.

[@vikingtractor6065]

You’ll love it. I second guess myself sometimes for not waiting for a 3 series but the 2038 can do it all. Thanks for watching!

[@jimbennett1519]

You can get the radiator screen from a 3038e and it is a simple install on your 2038R

[@DanielTorres-hu1zq]

Stumbled across video today. Very good content and great presentation. You've got a new subscriber. Thanks.

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thank you and I appreciate you watching and subscribing!

[@LittleCabin]

Enjoyed the review! I'm about to pull the trigger on the same machine -- I'm getting a box blade and rotary cutter, and my wife has convinced me to go ahead and get the backhoe as well...will see how much I end up using that, but I'm sure it will be useful at times. The box blade was my main (near-term) reason for the tractor, since I've got about a half mile of gravel drive to maintain. I figure I'll use it for a while before deciding what other accessories I really want -- had gone back and forth about the 3rd function, as I'm pretty sure I'm going to want a grapple at some point, but had to prioritize for the initial purchase.

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thanks for watching! This machine and the box blade made redoing our gravel drive a real pleasure. It was fun too! I use the cutter more than any attachment, but would love to get a backhoe.

[@LittleCabin]

@@vikingtractor6065 we don't have any large fields, but some trails to maintain and brambles to control in some areas, so the cutter will probably be my #2 use.

[@BulldogTractor]

Nicely done! I also love my 2038R! Cheers from the Bulldog 🍻

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching! I'm ready for more projects for sure.

[@BobsOutdoorActivities]

Good video and review. I did not for the longest time know that the fender lights swivel. I have a whopping 65 hours on my 2032R, love it. The issues I have are like yours.. the key placement.. I just don't understand the location. I love your HD brush hog. Tell us more of the pros of it, besides a thicker steel... what made you get it over the standard model? I did replace my R4 tires with the R14T tires. Yes the guys still harping about the steel hoods need to move on, it's 2021. Good Works Tractors is a good channel to get hooked on.

[@vikingtractor6065]

I appreciate you watching! The MX5 is heavy duty as you know. My property needs a lot cleared out so I use it to cut down 1.5” - 2” saplings and it never quits or really taxes the tractor. It’s well built so it also offers piece of mind. Oh and I really like Good Works Tractors. 👍🏻

[@BobsOutdoorActivities]

@@vikingtractor6065 I would love that MX5, I just couldn't justify it hahaha Oh on your review I also got the ROPS lights brackets. They have saved my lights 3 times now when I wasn't looking. I need to up my videos to be more professional like yours.

[@vikingtractor6065]

@@BobsOutdoorActivities that’s kind of you to say. I am going to start using a computer to make my edits and add some more stuff.

[@dejanvidovic409]

I just got a third function FROM JD. I didn’t want to go aftermarket and the plumbing from JD hydraulic is top notch.

[@vikingtractor6065]

Good for you! I’m jealous!

[@MJF40]

Pleased with the R3 Radial. Winter snow removal was good too. Softer compound

[@vikingtractor6065]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@deanmoore420]

Nice tips

[@BBLandServices]

Replace those cotter pins on the i match with lynch pins. You will thank me later.

[@vikingtractor6065]

That’s a great idea

[@randystephens1725]

Great review. I live in Hazel Green, Al. I've been talking to Tri-Green in Fayetteville. i can't make up my mind if I want a 2038R or a 3039R. I want to get a tiller, bush hog, pallet forks an a brush crusher.
Did you have to order your 2038R or did they have it in stock?

[@vikingtractor6065]

They had it in stock. I love it, but a 3 or even a 4 series would have been better for me honestly. This 2038 does everything I ask it to though. Thanks for watching!

[@atmoo3447]

I have a Woodland Mills chipper and it is compatible with the iMatch

[@HardyBrothersOutdoors]

Nice video. Well done! - Josh

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thank you for watching!

[@estrellametal1]

This is a good video!

[@vikingtractor6065]

Thank you!

[@Wolfiecolada]

i want this so bad

[@williambartholomew5680]

Wow yeah chewing up those front tires fast - need to spend less time in 4x4

[@stanleycrone7585]

sorry assemble in the usa not made in usa most is from china