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Does anyone notice an increase in GPH (Gallons Per Hour) usage with the ULSD (Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel) fuel being used in tractors? Last year I really noticed it when using my 6' rotary mower. It seemed like I was using nearly twice the fuel on ULSD compared to the pre-ULSD. Anyone have the...

I've noticed over the past couple of months the fuel consumption on my 2000 TN65 is higher. For the winter, I've poured about 1/4 can of diesel fuel conditoner, but that's all I've done. I use the same diesel fuel source as before. There's only 736 hours on the engine. Anyone have this...

Currently, my TN65 is parked for the winter, covered with tarps and ready for any snowplowing operations as deemed necessary. How often should one start up the tractor and let it run for an hour or so to keep the battery charged, the diesel fuel flowing properly and to ensure the hydraulics are...

Does anyone know EXACTLY where that irritating warning horn is located and where to disconnect it?? Not only does it drive me nuts; it beeps on its own free-will during the night, during the day and any other inconvenient time. I know it's a warning horn, but it's time for it to go!! Please...

Could someone kindly display photos of a backhoe subframe? I've read where it is best to have a subframe to prevent "tractor breakage". I'm thinking about buying a backhoe for my NH TN65 in the near future and I'd like to see what it looks like. Thank you in advance....

I have a 1956 John Deere Model 50 that was manufactured in February 1956 - just prior to the changeover to the Model 520. It was the last of the 300 "50's" built. I restored it completely and it actually runs better than when it was new. Not sure why it runs better, perhaps the timing was off...

Why do they make tires for "Trailer use only"? What is different about their design, if any?

For the last couple of days, I noticed the low brake fluid indicator light flickering. First...to the manual to read up on troubleshooting. As one might expect, low brake fluid. Removed the cap from the brake fluid reservoir only to find out it's nearly to the "max' level. Added more brake...

I've been shopping for a John Deere 300x lawn tractor with a 42" non-mulching deck. I was quoted $2,666 + tax. Retail is $2,899 + tax. Anyone have experience in shopping for John Deere?

I've been comparing two sub-compact tractors to mow around my property. Both the NH TZ25DA and the John Deere 2305 are comparable in terms of horsepower, features, 4WD, etc. The NH has 25 hp; the JD 24 hp. NH has a 60" mid-mount mower and the JD has a 62" mid-mount mower deck. Both dealers...

Does anyone remember the rollover demo of a New Holland tractor at the Penn State Ag Days? The tractor was controlled via remote control and they demonstrated different slopes, hitching, etc. and the disasterous results. I was looking at my old PC and ran across several of these demos that I...

Got the first opportunity a couple of weeks ago to use my NH TN65 4WD for snow removal. I use a LandPride 96" backblade along with the 32LA loader on the tractor. If you set the backblade up properly by allowing it to contour the ground, it works like a charm; as long as you're going forward...

Read this interesting article in the Boston Globe this morning about the new "Green" diesel fuel that is being manufactured. Interesting atrticle. Qatar's 'green diesel' set for market - Boston.com

Is there any harm in using dry gas in the fuel tank of my tractor? I would think it would remove any moisture/water to prevent problems. Anyone have good or bad experiences?

Displayed is a picture of my grandfather's old John Deere wagon (circa early 1950's). My cousin turned this hay wagon into what I term a "Redneck Mobile Deere Stand". Although it's not complete...it does sport an aluminum door, wood sides and a roof. He is going to install windows...then a...

During the past couple of weeks after starting up my TN65, the dash panel lights provide mysterious indicators and such. For instance...when I start it up, the battery light displays; the fuel guage registers "0, or completely empty"; the safety horn (the bothersome beeping sound) beeps...

I found this quite weird, but nothing surprises me anymore. My battery went out on my 2000 TN65, so I head to the dealer in Reynoldsville, Pa and asked if they had a replacement; sure enough they did. I brought the old battery in and we tried to match the new to the old. No luck!! After...

Does anyone have a general idea of the markup on NH compact tractors in the Northeast? Examples would be the TC series from the 23 through 45. It seems to be a well-kept secret on tractor markup, unlike Edmunds.com or Kelly Blue Book where you can find the invoice price, sticker price and true...

I just looked at the John Deere site and noticed the LX, LT, GX, etc. models are now considered "non-current models". http://www.deere.com/en_US/homeowners/products_non_current/select_series.html I really like the "regular" riding tractors, but I guess it's time for John Deere to bring out...

Does anyone have a ballpark dollar amount on a 3pt post hole digger....either new or used? I'm looking to put up a good-sized barn and need to dig the holes. There probably will be other applications as well, such as cattle fencing. Thank you

I have a friend who wants to buy a Campbell-Hausfield 6000W generator with a B & S 11hp engine. It's only been used about 10 or 12 hours. Problem is: I'm not sure what price to ask for here in the central Pa area. Any help on pricing would be appreciated

Landpride RB35 84\" rearblade price? I'm in the market for a Landpride 84" rearblade (Model RB35) with a hydraulic cylinder for the offset. What is a reasonable price for a new one in the Pa area? It will be attached to a NH TN65 with FWD. Thanks for the help...

Does anyone know where I can locate a locking gas cap for a NH TN65?

I have a NH 630 round baler that keeps breaking a chain on the pivot roll (the top most roller on the baler). The pivot roller spins freely with the chain off, so I don't think it's a bearing. When I create the bale core, the chain snaps. Does anyone have an inkling as to what the problem...

I've been baling quite a bit of hay over the past couple of weeks and have run into a problem. The belts on the NH 630 round baler criss-cross and turn inside out. I know there's an adjustment for belt tension. My question is: Has anyone ever experienced this in the past and what did you do...

I've been trying to locate a used sickle bar mower to trim the edges of my fields and cut the low-lying branches of trees. Being in the central Pennsylvania area, I'm finding it almost impossible to locate one. If there is one...it is so badly worn or beat it wouldn't be worth it; or the...

I've been looking for the posts on changing the fuel filter on a TN65...but it's "search and no find". A diesel mechanic told me to remove the old filter, then fill the new filter all the way to the top with clean/fresh diesel fuel. Install the new filter filled with diesel fuel (careful not...

I have an old (circa 1950's) Ontario grain drill with the seed box in the front, steel wheels, etc. Does anyone know where to get parts for this drill? There's a couple of gears missing and the pipe where the grain feeds through for planting. Any help would be appreciated.

Plowed, disc'd and planted my first deer plots yesterday in central Pennsylvania. There's two, a one-acre plot and a 1/2 acre plot, both about 1/2 mile from each other. I used a combination of rye grass, white clover and alfalfa; then planted oats on it and disc'd it in with a 12 foot disc...

Does anyone know who manufactures the Sears line of lawn and garden tractors? I'm inclined to believe it's MTD. And if it is...is MTD made in the states or in Asia/Mexico/Near East?

I've been searching the John Deere website for JD snowblowers...all I come up with is Frontier. I have JD 8-28 John Deere snowblower that is the greatest. What happened??? Is the Frontier a cheaper import or did John Deere change their marketing strategy? In my opinion, Frontier is a...

The other day, while brush-hogging, I noticed the oil light come on the dash panel. I immediately shut down the engine to check the oil level. It was up to the "max" level on the stick. I started the tractor up again and it went out, then it started flickering. No engine heat up or weird...

According to my NH TN65 owners manual, the oil drail plug is located forward of the oil filler/oil stick. It appears to be about 12mm hex wrench. I've had no luck in trying to find a 12mm hex wrench so I can drain the oil. Does anyone have advice on where to get a 12mm wrench. I've tried...

I have an opportunity to purchase a nearly-new Rowe sickle bar mower. I haven't seen the unit, I only heard about from a dealer. I've never heard of Rowe implements...even searched the internet for a website..but no luck. Can anyone provide information about this 3-point hitch, 7 ft sickle...

This is the latest score in the 1st inning of the NH Haybine 479 vs. Groundhogs near Punxsutawney, Pa. They look more like a "Groundhog Pizza" than a Groundhog. Anyone have the same experience. Wow...what a mess!!!

I'm about to purchase a used circa 1962 M-F 50 diesel with 3972 hours on it. It seems to run okay with the exception of running it up to about 2200+ rpm's; then it starts missing like a gasoline engine with worn-out spark plugs. There's no smoke or unusual sounds...just cutting in and out...

Just finished up about 80 acres of brush-hogging on my farm in central Pa. Used a NH TN65 with a LandPride 2572 with no problem, except for those **** groundhog holes!!! I mean, I must have counted about 80+ live groundhog holes in the 80 acre area!! You know, that plays heck on a haybine...

Drenching rains; TN65 won\'t start...help!! Here in Pa we had drenching rains for 2 days while my TN65 sat outside. I tried starting it this afternoon and no starter click...the lights work, the battery is good. Is there a starter switch or relay that might be shorted-out from all the...

Hello, I ran across the link http://www.me.psu.edu/sommer/projects/tractorFY1/ that displays the effects of tractor rollovers and rear overturn. After viewing these..."I'm scared straight".

Everyone's been so helpful in this forum; so here is my question: I just purchased a used TN65 with a 32LA FEL, joystick control. There are two existing remotes in the rear that are used by the loader. I asked the salesman if I wanted to hookup a disk harrow with hydraulics, do I disconnect...

I have a TN65 FWD with a loader and filled rear tires. I'll be plowing in central Pennsylvania...I was wondering what size plow I could pull without overtaxing the tractor. 3 bottom? 4 bottom? Any help would be appreciated.