Case Studies
Replacing Parts on a 1985 SAME Leopard 85
Reviving a 1980s SAME Leopard 85 – made easy with classic, straightforward engineering you just don’t see anymore…
October 31, 2024
We’re not sure who’s prouder – us, or this guy!
As any tractor mechanic can attest, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as bringing an old tractor back to life.
It’s like uncovering a piece of history and restoring it to its former glory.
That’s why we were stoked to help Kevin with the restoration of his John Deere 2120, complete with ProPart parts and plenty of rural kiwi flair.
When the John Deere 2120 was first introduced back in 1969, it was part of the much-loved New Generation series.
These tractors were built tough and designed to be used for everything from plowing fields to hauling heavy loads, which is why they’re still so popular among rural NZ farmers today.
Kevin, being a true tractor enthusiast, had taken on the challenge of restoring a John Deere 2120 to its original factory condition.
Here’s one of the original brochures, so you can see how on-point his handiwork is:
But while we can give Kevin most of the credit, he didn’t do it alone. 😉 The ProPart team were at the other end of the phone, providing a large range of parts!
The right parts on-hand
The parts we supplied included a complete engine overhaul kit, clutch, lights, decals, front axle parts, dials, sensors, brakes, & more.
With a little bit of Kevin’s magic, the John Deere 2120 was soon restored to its former glory (probably even better, if we do say so ourselves!).
But this wasn’t Kevin’s first rodeo – he’d previously restored other classic tractors like the SAME Panther, JD 1140, 1040, 2030, 1640, 2450, in his business Classic Tractor Maintenance Ltd.
Here’s another one he restored in recent times, a very tidy looking John Deere 3140:
If you’re a restoration enthusiast like Kevin, or someone who appreciates quality machinery, check out how we can help with parts for any John Deere.
We’ve got everything you need to keep your machine running smoothly, or to bring her back from the brink.
Restoring an old tractor isn’t just about fixing a machine – it’s about preserving a piece of history and keeping the legacy of these classic tractors alive. Sniff, sniff… is that sand in my eyes?
Old machines or new, with ProPart on your team you’ll have all the parts you need to get the job done right.
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We can be the sounding board you need to get the right part into your hands! Give us a shout.
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Reviving a 1980s SAME Leopard 85 – made easy with classic, straightforward engineering you just don’t see anymore…
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