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    Tractor Sizing  Tire size

    I plan on putting together a set of turf tires for my Jinma 204. My plan is to measure the rolling circumference of the front and rear tires and establishing a front/rear ratio. I would like to use a slightly lower profile rear and then match as nearly as I can the appropriate front. I am truly...
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    Oil & Fuel  Trans oil question

    I changed the trans oil in my Jinma 204 over the weekend. I was going to use 80/90 gear oil but TSC didn't have 5 gal containers. Instead I used 85/140 gear oil. Seems fine but I don't recall anyone commenting on it before. Any thoughts? Tractor has 450 hours and is 4 yrs old.
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    Tank Heater review

    I've read plenty of posts dealing with cold weather starting issues here on the forum. I've never used a tank heater and just installed one on my 204 Jinma. Very easy install. I tried it yesterday morning. 22 degrees in Wisconsin. I plugged it in for the first time and waited 45 minutes. I was...
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    Oil & Fuel  Fuel Problem

    I have a 204 Jinma 3cyl. with 139 hours. Has been running like a clock and I love it. I use it on a small horse farm. When moving manure, I have to climb a steep hill. As fall is here, I've been caring heavier loads up the hill with the fel. About a week ago, the gear I usually use started to...
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