Looking to upgrade JD GT235 to a compact tractor possibly BX1500D ?

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The BX is a great little machine you will love it. And wonder how you ever got along without it.
 
   / Looking to upgrade JD GT235 to a compact tractor possibly BX1500D ?
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So I picked up my "new" - to me - baby Wed evening. Once it was home it didn't take my daughter but 30 secs to climb in the seat and want to drive it ... lol

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Haven't had much of a chance to use it - darn work gets in the way of fun projects all the time.

Very happy with the purchase - $8500 for 2003 Bx1500D with 234 hours, FEL, MMM, 56" Landspride back blade, & new set of Turf Tires (not yet on tractor).

One of the rear tires leaks (air/fluid) and needs to be pumped up every couple days - Hence the new set of tires. Where should I take it to get the new tire put on & filled. Kubota dealer is probably 1 hr drive from me, can I just pull the wheel and take it to my local JD dealer (who works on our GT)? What's the usual turn around time on that? I have an Air compressor, so it's not too huge of an issue inflating when needed - so I might baby it till the fall when things are slower and do it then.

I also want (need) a weight box in back. Have seen some pretty cool DIY options here and will probably try to make one for the 3pt hitch about 250# - does that sound reasonable?

I also have a pretty good need for fencing work over the next couple years (probably over 60 post holes. Anyone with a Sub-Compact recommend an auger? Looking at the Speedco Compact Auger because I can get it locally w/o spending another $1000 for a LandsPride or Everything Attachements Auger. I've seen some of the threads regarding lifting/depth issues (max 30-36"), but what are people's experiences with them?

What about a toothbar? Specifically the Piranha vs the Ratchet Rake?

Thanks for all the input so far!
 
   / Looking to upgrade JD GT235 to a compact tractor possibly BX1500D ? #13  
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I also want (need) a weight box in back. Have seen some pretty cool DIY options here and will probably try to make one for the 3pt hitch about 250# - does that sound reasonable?

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What about a toothbar? Specifically the Piranha vs the Ratchet Rake?

Thanks for all the input so far!

Just use your box blade for rear ballast. I'm sure it weighs more than 250#. Use your money for more important things, such as the Piranha Tooth Bar. Let me tease you a little:

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