Grapple New toys...errrr...tools

[shucksters]

So paid off the L4240 and the BX2370 last spring. Logical thing this year has been to add some new stuff. Here is the list so far for the L4240:

- BH92 Backhoe with subframe/ quick connect buckets
- Third function valve
- EA 60 wicked root rake grapple (waiting on delivery)
- Woods GSM84P Grader Scraper- 84"
- New front R1 tires

Wishlist -pending

- 2 additional rear hydraulic outlets
- 72" Reveal 4 in 1 Arena tool

I'm thinking about a third function and grapple for my BX as well for smaller jobs.

Anyway- I'm happy and having fun!

What are ya'll thinking about doing with your money this year?

 

[Thomas]

Giving hard thought for 5'fial mower.

 

[TheMadOne]

The tractor upgrade is the biggie for this year.

A grapple is a certainty, just want to actually have the new tractor on my land before calling Travis.

Paul makes a nice set of shields for the hydraulic lines on the loader.

Fitrite Top-N-Tilt.

Been debating grabbing a used finish mower. On the one hand it's a way to get some hours in the seat with AC. On the other I own a zero turn and the L3560 is a bit heavy for use as a lawn mower.

Also waffling on grabbing an old 8N or similar as a cart tractor. Maybe I'll win that Yanmar!

 

[nybirdman]

I have a L4240 HSTC also;pretty well set with it.It has the third function(plow+grapple) rear remotes would be nice but really don't have a lot of use for them.Last spring I ran hoses from the third to the rear to run a planter;worked fine(two days work).
I was thinking about trading up to a M7060 12 speed but they sure are pricey and the pollution add-on's are scaring me off.I only have 1200 hours on mine and it has been very good.
We already have all the rear implements that we will ever need and sized to this machine.

 

[shucksters]

I have a L4240 HSTC also;pretty well set with it.It has the third function(plow+grapple) rear remotes would be nice but really don't have a lot of use for them.Last spring I ran hoses from the third to the rear to run a planter;worked fine(two days work).
I was thinking about trading up to a M7060 12 speed but they sure are pricey and the pollution add-on's are scaring me off.I only have 1200 hours on mine and it has been very good.
We already have all the rear implements that we will ever need and sized to this machine.

Agreed- pollution stuff scares me too. I'd rather have an M7040 than a 7060 for that very reason...but then you're buying used.

 

[TheMadOne]

Agreed- pollution stuff scares me too. I'd rather have an M7040 than a 7060 for that very reason...but then you're buying used.

The pollution stuff's been around since 2013. Lots of people have DPF tractors on this forum. If it was going to go bad early or catastrophically then we'd certainly know by now.

 

[shucksters]

The pollution stuff's been around since 2013. Lots of people have DPF tractors on this forum. If it was going to go bad early or catastrophically then we'd certainly know by now.

I get it but just don't like it. It adds cost to the tractor price as well. I'm not saying I couldn't deal with it...I simply prefer not to so it makes buying a new tractor a more difficult decision.

 

[Gordon Gould]

Agreed- pollution stuff scares me too. I'd rather have an M7040 than a 7060 for that very reason...but then you're buying used.

If you are careful that can be a good way to go. I looked a long time before I found a decent affordable private sale used 2012 M5640 gear transmission with 750 hrs 2 years ago. Have not had a bit of trouble - knock on wood. A real work horse compared to the L3010. And my plans this year are to add some under armor, a canopy, and limb risers.

gg

 

[TheMadOne]

The tractor upgrade is the biggie for this year.

It's here, and it's nice. I really want to go p̶l̶a̶y̶ work.

A grapple is a certainty, just want to actually have the new tractor on my land before calling Travis.

Order sent.

Paul makes a nice set of shields for the hydraulic lines on the loader.

Fitrite Top-N-Tilt.

Been debating grabbing a used finish mower. On the one hand it's a way to get some hours in the seat with AC. On the other I own a zero turn and the L3560 is a bit heavy for use as a lawn mower.

Also waffling on grabbing an old 8N or similar as a cart tractor. Maybe I'll win that Yanmar!

Next will be the loader shields from Paul. The 3rd function hoses are in a really awkward place.