Recent content by firefighter jim

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Looking for someone who can transport a small Volvo T 425 farm tractor from Northern California (Gridley, Ca. 95948) to Cambridge, Ohio (43725) for a reasonable fee. Tractor dimensions as follows: 10' long, 64" wide, 53" tall, weight: 2900 lbs. Tractor is operable. Can accept delivery at...

Anyone out there with a 2007 to 2013 GM pickup that isn't familiar with the Driver Information Center with the optional 4 switches for the listed year pickups should check it out. Available through GM dealers and other suppliers is a new panel that replaces the existing panel directly to the...

I've always balanced my trailer tires. Thought it was a good idea just as balancing vehicle tires. Increased tire life and smoother riding trailer with a load or without a load. Recently in a tire job and was surprised to hear that most people do not. Any comments appreciated...........

To the 343 FDNY firefighters lost 9 years ago today, R.I.P.

I have a few unopened containers of automatic transmission fluid (Dextron) from the mid 90's. Is it O.K. to use if needed? Didn't know if it degrades after a while. Thanks

Can a Kubota MX5100 (50hp) handle a 7 foot rear grader blade? Will be used for snow removal. Manual says 72 inch maximum! Kind of surprised! You would think a 50 hp tractor could handle more than a 6 footer. Maybe a misprint? Jim

I normally use Shell Rotella T. The manual that came with my new MX5100 states: The CJ-4 engine oil is intended for DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) type engines, and cannot be used on this tractor. Rotella T is CJ-4 rated. What oil can I use in this tractor? Thanks, Jim

Which would you choose? Same tractor. 5100 has turbo and 50 hp and the 4700 non turbo and 46 hp. Telescoping 3 point links on the 5100 and non telescoping on the 4700. 4700 $1k cheaper. Thanks for the input. Jim

Does a tractor with a turbo help fuel economy or hurt fuel economy? Thanks.

Looking at a new Kubota L3940. FST or Glideshift. Any thoughts on the transmissions. Thanks.

How many of you tractor guys or gals use them?

Is it normal for a new tractor (Kubota L3400 with 82 hours) to use a little oil? 1/4 quart in last 30 hours.

Why doesn't my 3 point lever on my 8N stay in the position where I set it? The lever has been creeping down since the cold weather. Drops to the lowest setting. There doesn't seem to be any friction do dad to cinch lever in place. Thanks