Mahindra 1626

BigNuge · Jun 20, 2020

Howdy folks, new member here, just closed the deal on a new 2020 Mahindra 1626. Shopped all the brands to death, came down to dealer support and machine capability and statistics.

It’s being prepped now, tires getting swapped (the one I want had turf tires and I want R4’s), getting a box blade and set of forks with it as well. Future purchase of a grapple is going to come after I save up a bit. The dealer quoted the 3rd valve and grapple, way too much money for something I can add myself. I’ll buy the grapple online, found some solid deals on the net for a nice grapple.

Figured I’d start a thread here to follow the ownership experience for me, and for anyone out there looking at the same machine.

Look forward to getting this thing home!

shovelmike · Jun 20, 2020

Welcome to TBN and congrats on the new Mahindra, I have owned his little brother, eMax 22 for nine months at this point and have been happy with it. They offer quite a bit of tractor for the money.

duffer · Jun 20, 2020

BigNuge said:
getting a box blade and set of forks with it as well.

Did you get a QA pallet fork setup, or did you buy a pair of bucket forks? If you got the bucket forks, I'd suggest getting (2) scrap pieces of steel plate to put under the tighteners for the bucket. It will prevent "dimples" in your bucket, since it's only 1/8" plate.

Congrats on the new ride ! Post some pics when you get it home.

BigNuge · Jun 20, 2020

shovelmike said:
Welcome to TBN and congrats on the new Mahindra, I have owned his little brother, eMax 22 for nine months at this point and have been happy with it. They offer quite a bit of tractor for the money.

I agree! It’s a solid package for the money. It was middle of the road price wise, and nearly the top for capability and features.

duffer said:
Did you get a QA pallet fork setup, or did you buy a pair of bucket forks? If you got the bucket forks, I'd suggest getting (2) scrap pieces of steel plate to put under the tighteners for the bucket. It will prevent "dimples" in your bucket, since it's only 1/8" plate.

Congrats on the new ride ! Post some pics when you get it home.

I got a full on skid steer QA type fork set. I have a friend with a mini skid steer w/forks....what a handy attachment that was! I knew I’d get a set when I finally got my own machine.

BigNuge · Jun 20, 2020

Quick question for the folks that have added a 3rd function valve to their machine, is there a brand that stands out as better quality/make?

I’m a lifetime wrench turner, I love working on my stuff. That being said, I am going to be doing the install myself. Probably going to get creative with the switch for operating the valve, I’ll post about it when I have it picked out.

Anyway, just looking to see if anyone has recommendations for a 3rd valve kit.

blackxrunner · Jun 21, 2020

wr long. If you buy from everything attachments they have a "kit" with everything you need for your specific tractor.

BigNuge · Jun 21, 2020

blackxrunner said:
wr long. If you buy from everything attachments they have a "kit" with everything you need for your specific tractor.

Ok, I will be sure to check them out.

swampy6 · Jun 21, 2020

BigNuge said:
Quick question for the folks that have added a 3rd function valve to their machine, is there a brand that stands out as better quality/make?

I知 a lifetime wrench turner, I love working on my stuff. That being said, I am going to be doing the install myself. Probably going to get creative with the switch for operating the valve, I値l post about it when I have it picked out.

Anyway, just looking to see if anyone has recommendations for a 3rd valve kit.

I have the 4540 with a third function dedicated valve/kit , not all Mahindra tractors use the same third function kit. I like the one we have compared to the diverter valve that some other Mahindra tractors use.

I'll get the info off ours tomorrow and post it here, the link is for info purposes only. I had the Mahindra dealer put ours on.

Tractor Third Function Hydraulic Valves

swampy6 · Jun 21, 2020

Here are some pics of our 3rd function kit, I'll get the name off it tomorrow.

BigNuge · Jun 22, 2020

swampy6 said:
Here are some pics of our 3rd function kit, I'll get the name off it tomorrow.View attachment 660533 View attachment 660532 View attachment 660531

Thank you for the pictures. I appreciate the information!

BigNuge · Jun 22, 2020

Boy I’ll tell ya, those “BigToolRack” things look awfully nice! Just wish the **** thing wasn’t $1500.00!!!

BigNuge · Jun 23, 2020

Just picked up a set of the Pats Quick Change Hitch for my Mahindra. Thought I would present a less troublesome way for doing the quick hitch thing. I’ll be building my own carryall, got a new box blade, and have a tow hitch setup for the 3pt.

Now to focus on shopping out a root/brush grapple and 3rd valve setup.

BigNuge · Jun 24, 2020

Well mark the calendar, the day is here!

Played a bit in the yard, moved a few things with the forks CUZ I COULD....lol.

Very happy it’s here, can’t wait to put it to work!

swampy6 · Jun 24, 2020

BigNuge said:
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Played a bit in the yard, moved a few things with the forks CUZ I COULD....lol.

Very happy it’s here, can’t wait to put it to work!

Nice looking tractor, what's your first big job with it?

BigNuge · Jun 25, 2020

swampy6 said:
Nice looking tractor, what's your first big job with it?

Thanks! First job will be preparing an area for our pool. I also have (in the same area) some scrub/brush to pull out and build a fence, but that’ll happen when I get a grapple. I’m selling a small crane in hopes that it’s proceeds will fund the grapple...lol.

I have landscaping to do out front of the house after my new front door is in, which will hopefully be over the next couple weeks.

Lots more I’m leaving out, excited to get started!

swampy6 · Jun 25, 2020

BigNuge said:
Thanks! First job will be preparing an area for our pool. I also have (in the same area) some scrub/brush to pull out and build a fence, but that’ll happen when I get a grapple. I’m selling a small crane in hopes that it’s proceeds will fund the grapple...lol.

I have landscaping to do out front of the house after my new front door is in, which will hopefully be over the next couple weeks.

Lots more I’m leaving out, excited to get started!

They're a big help that's for sure. I wanted to dig up a few stumps today but we had a second day of some good winds so I'll do it tomorrow.

BigNuge · Jun 25, 2020

Yeah, I’ve been frustrated, it’s been hot and humid (can’t stand the heat). I did a few small things today, but the heat and humidity drove me off the tractor earlier than I wanted...

swampy6 · Jun 25, 2020

BigNuge said:
Yeah, I’ve been frustrated, it’s been hot and humid (can’t stand the heat). I did a few small things today, but the heat and humidity drove me off the tractor earlier than I wanted...

We woke up to 62 this morning with a nice breeze blowing through the windows while having a few cups of coffee. :thumbsup:

BigNuge · Jun 25, 2020

swampy6 said:
We woke up to 62 this morning with a nice breeze blowing through the windows while having a few cups of coffee. :thumbsup:

That sounds niiiiice!

BigNuge · Jun 28, 2020

I was wondering, any Mahindra owners out there figure out how to start the tractor from the ground (without having to sit in the seat)? I customarily start my equipment from the ground, then let it warm up a bit. Not looking to bypass the seat safety switch, hoping to figure out a method otherwise.