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[missourithunder]

Haven't been able to view TBN the past few days because of the move but I must say those are some interesting looking chrome covers.

We are almost moved in. The tractor and a few other things are still at the old place but I hope to have them moved by the end of this week. It's been crazy trying to move everything. I didn't realize we had so much junk. They hook up our internet service today so I'll be able to make some noise starting tomorrow.

MissouriThunder

[dave1949]

Originally Posted by bp fick

Good one Mark. Yeah, if it's an issue, the mud will reshape that little spot anyhow. Kinda like water seeking its own level. tee hee.

There is another inch to be gained by just continuing the radius of the metal curve there. Frankly, it would look great. But, again, there is no need. Also, I believe the R4s are the largest. An R1 or turf would not even be this close.

Don't worry about it, the snow chains will take care of any clearance issues
Dave.

[bp fick]

Good one Dave.

I am going to start off without chains, although I always used them on my Craftsman tractor with blade while we were sojourning in the 'burbs. Kinda hoping the Kubota, with 4wheel and rear weights won't need the chains. But if I find I absolutely, positively must have chains, (heavy sigh) I guess I will spring the bucks for them. But, I believe I would re-shape that tin in the shop with real tools and not rely on the chains to do it. While it would likely be quick, Just cannot trust those chains would do as purty a job.

[missourithunder]

bp,
I'll bet ya 50 bucks you'll be fine with just the 4WD and rear weights.

MT

[LBrown59]

Originally Posted by bp fick

Good one Dave.

I am going to start off without chains, although I always used them on my Craftsman tractor with blade while we were sojourning in the 'burbs. Kinda hoping the Kubota, with 4wheel and rear weights won't need the chains. But if I find I absolutely, positively must have chains, (heavy sigh) I guess I will spring the bucks for them. But, I believe I would re-shape that tin in the shop with real tools and not rely on the chains to do it. While it would likely be quick, Just cannot trust those chains would do as purty a job.

You will
The Kubota hain't no Craftsman.

[bp fick]

Originally Posted by missourithunder

bp,
I'll bet ya 50 bucks you'll be fine with just the 4WD and rear weights.

MT

Yeah right. Like I am gonna collect on that bet! I don't live in the tropics.

[bp fick]

Originally Posted by JKirkwood

MT & BP

Can't believe you guys have not run to your K-dealer to get these chrome wheel covers! This is the only pic on the Kubota website that I have seen them.

Jim

Jim, don't want no sissy chrome wheels. (well, clear coated, polished aluminum or mag alloy maybe). Besides, they'd screw up using the wheel weights.

[LBrown59]

Originally Posted by bp fick

Yeah right. Like I am gonna collect on that bet! I don't live in the tropics.

How did you dig yourself out of this a year ago ?


You didn't have this then.

[dave1949]

Originally Posted by bp fick

Good one Dave.

I am going to start off without chains, although I always used them on my Craftsman tractor with blade while we were sojourning in the 'burbs. Kinda hoping the Kubota, with 4wheel and rear weights won't need the chains. But if I find I absolutely, positively must have chains, (heavy sigh) I guess I will spring the bucks for them. But, I believe I would re-shape that tin in the shop with real tools and not rely on the chains to do it. While it would likely be quick, Just cannot trust those chains would do as purty a job.

I couldn't resist being the fly on the wall. I hope you don't have to mess with the chains, or the tin. If you don't have much slope on your drive, or ditches to slide down into, you could be okay.
Dave.

[missourithunder]

bpflick wrote - "Yeah right. Like I am gonna collect on that bet! I don't live in the tropics."

bp,
and you don't live in Alaska either. All I'm saying is the 4WD and rear weights will be more than enough for winter operations. If Michigan winters are anything like Colorado winters (which is where I grew up) you'll be fine. Three or four huge dumps a year and it melts off fast. If, on the other hand, Michigan winters are simular to Missouri winters then you might need those chains. For the past three years in a row central Missouri has had severe ice storms which I had never experienced. Talk about crazy. 4WD doesn't seem to help on the ice. I'll take a foot of snow over an inch of ice any day of the week. I agree with dave1949 in that as long as you don't have a steep grade that could "slide" you into a ditch you'll be fine.

MT