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Eericm979 replied to the thread 3pt hitch problem.My first thought was also a remote stuck on and "dead heading". Sometimes you can hear the sound the relief valve makes when it's doing...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Grapple style preference.I have a #1. I think it's more of an all around type. If you're lifting a lot of heavy logs or digging out roots, I think a #2 style...
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EFirst step would be to hire a forester to assess the parcel and come up with a management plan. Then, assuming a harvest is called for...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Chipper Shredder.I have had a MTD chipper/shredder, a MacKissick 4.5" PTO chipper/shredder, and an 8" Woodmaxx PTO chipper. For me the PTO chippers are...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Turkeys in the yard . . . a better way?.Turkeys like dirt that is easy to dig in. Both for finding seeds and bugs to eat, and to dust bathe. I have a sprinkler system on the...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Hydraulic line adapter question.Hose size relates to the flow of the implement. Implements or cylinders that don't need much flow can use smaller hoses. They're...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Hydraulic line adapter question.You mean a 1/2" coupler there, right? Totally normal. The next implement might need the flow from a full 1/2". And you would not want...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Flush Hydraulic system ?.I'd be leery of solvents affecting seals. If it was me I'd first find out where the water was coming from, for example a torn shift...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread E bike recommendations?.Fenders are great when riding in the rain. Even hard core racers use them on wet training rides. Enjoy the new bikes!
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Hydraulic line adapter question.Couplers are actually much larger than the nominal sizes. The chart I linked to is the actual size if you print it at 100%. I suspect...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Hydraulic line adapter question.Here's a guide to quick connects: https://www.discounthydraulichose.com/v/vspfiles/downloadables/qd_sizechart.pdf The most common quick...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Branson "bouncy" hydraulics.Having had a Kubota and a Branson, I think the Kubota loader controls are better. Part of that is due to the extra friction from the...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Buying a Branson.If you're just driving around on ground that's not really steep it won't make a difference. If you're pulling something, traction is the...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread Buying a Branson.My 37hp 3725 has plenty of power for most things I do. Mowing with a 5' rotary, loader and grapple work, box blade work, etc. I could...
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Eericm979 replied to the thread How soon is soon enough for Super UDT2 in Front Axle ?.I'd switch the front axle to a compatible gear oil. Gear oil has more anti wear additives. Manufacturers use tractor fluid because it's...
