Franklin 100?

smwwoody · August 13, 2011, 09:23:00 PM

I have been shopping for a small used skidder for a few months now. Me and Tree farmer 87 went for a ride this afternoon to look at a 230 TJ that he saw a few months ago but it was no longer there.

but on the way home we found a Franklin 100 setting in a back yard about 5 miles from my house. What can you guys tell me about this machine? it has a 353 and a 4 speed franklin axles and winch. I had a new 560 in 2003 and I have nothing bad to say about that machine.

there is a little play in the center section and the hi low and forward reverse levers fall to their bottom positions unless you hold them up with a strap. what can you expect for $3500 it is almost worth that in scrap weight.

Woody

rockman · August 13, 2011, 10:03:24 PM

I don't know anything about them, but I did a google search and found 3 in colebrook NH, they are mid to late 70's and range from $13,500 to $18,000. I would say if it runs and everything works $3500.00 is a steal.
Kevin

smwwoody · August 13, 2011, 10:16:56 PM

With a new cable it could go to work today

doghunter · August 14, 2011, 09:33:01 AM

the only concern i would have with a 100 franklin would be parts. maybe check with aftermarket parts in new bern nc to see what is available. some franklins are almost impossible to get transmission parts for a quick phone call to be sure might be a good idea

treefarmer87 · August 14, 2011, 03:09:33 PM

woody, the skidder is a 79-82 im guessing. you can get parts at goodman truck and tractor in amelia va, and forestry and construction parts in bedford va. they are franklin- treefarmer dealers.