ML, when I was tractor shopping, I went to tractorbynet and asked some questions. Everybody told me that it didn't matter what brand you bought as long as it was green, blue, red or orange. There were a lot of concerns about European and Korean tractors regarding durability and parts. I found no enthusiasm concerning the "off brands".
Actually, everybody recommended that I base most of my decision on who the closest dealer was. Of course, I didn't and have to either fix it myself or haul it 50 miles.
It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.
Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa