Recent content by dkidd

Not tractor related, but was given these 2 tools. The only markings are what you see in the picture and stenciled in the other it says Fairmont Fire Company #202. So my guess is they are some sort of tool used by a fire department. Anyone have an idea. David

I am looking for some help determining the correct seal kit for a Bush Hog QT 2400 bucket cylinder. I got a parts manual from Bush Hog and I spoke to their customer service, but still cannot figure out the manufacturer for the cylinder. The numbers stamped on the cylinder don't match anything...

I took my lift cover off my 2600 to clean the gunk out of it and unstick the draft/position levers. The fluid hasn't been changed in several years and it sat out in the weather for a little of that time. So I figured a good cleaning was in order. What else should I look for and/or replace...

So last week I was working around the house with the tractor and noticed a pretty bad smell. I noticed it a little the previous time I ran the tractor, but didn't think much of it. This time I was working constant for a couple of hours and the smell got to be worse. I checked all around, but...

I would like to add a rear remote to my Ford 2600 to run a chipper with hydraulic feed or logsplitter and a hydraulic top link. The picture below shows what is currently installed. First question can the valve shown work to direct flow to operate the chipper/logsplitter and the top link...

I've had a gas 2600 for awhile now and decided that I wanted to fix all the wiring going to the instrument cluster. When I got it the oil pressure switch was working, but that was about it. I have now clean up all the existing wiring replacing where needed and have it all connected back in...

Looking at purchasing a 1050 with loader/backhoe advertised as "low hours" for $10k. It comes with a 5' brush cutter and 6' finish mower. Assuming hours is in the neighborhood of 1500-2000, is this worth a look? Also, any issues with reliability or replacement parts for this 20+ year old...