I'd buy a Farmall M w/ 3 pt so you can run a mower/blade.
If you are thinking 5488 which is a great option, hell go with a 3788 or similar.
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Daniel G.
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(May 1970) 147 w/an IH spring assist, 48" deck, 42" blade, 1969 73, #2 trailer, 10" Brinly plow and (on loan) Dad's #2 tiller.