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What thickness steel would you recommend for a small dozer root rake? This is a 90" Rockland rake going on a Cat D3B (about 15,000lbs).

I feel that land planes are highly over rated. I’m curious if others feel the same way too? I’m looking for some feedback before I decide if I’m going to put my land plane up for sale or not. Knowing how much people love their land planes, it would be no surprise to me if I’m the oddball out...

@Muhammad Is there going to be another TBN app released? I deleted the app from my phone because I was having issues with it, then went to reinstall it and it says it’s no longer available.

I have slip clutches on many of my implements, but have only seen shear pins on snowblowers (granted, I don’t have extensive experience with them). I need a replacement PTO shaft for my snowblower because the half that goes onto the tractor has gone missing. It is a Weasler 35 series PTO...

Any hitachi excavator experts on here? I have a 22 ton Hitachi UH083 excavator. My dipper arm is only retracting on low speed. When I push the lever fully over to retract the dipper, it isn’t kicking in the second pump to operate the high speed return. This is an older machine with all...

Here are some pages from the 2019 brochure, showing a small amount of info and specs on the new Kubota M4’s available this year. We should be seeing these pop up at our dealers this spring. It looks like it’s going to come with an electro hydraulic transmission with “declutch” button. Do the...

I understand that an 8' wide grading scraper isn't the 'proper' size for my little tractor, but do any of you use an 8' LPGS (or whatever your choice of term is for them :D) My tractor weighs 6,000lbs, has R4 tires, and is a tad under 70" wide. I have been using a heavy duty 7' box blade and a...

What type of caulking or silicone would be good to fill large gaps (perhaps 1" I'm guessing). I have two sky lights (wish I didn't have any) in my roof as originally built, and then a metal roof was added after. The 'trim' work around the skylights left a lot to be desired, to say the least...

I see a lot of you have added a steel pipe to your rear blade. I have an 8’ wide blade at 950lbs using it on a gravel drive. Is there a rule of thumb for diameter of the pipe? It doesn’t seem like it would matter too much, but curious what has worked well for you guys that have done it.

I always used a local roaster in town, but I’ve since moved, and the one local roaster in my new town just moved about 30 mins away. Does anyone have a recommendation on good quality, super fresh roasted beans delivered to your house? I’m in NH and would love to stay somewhat local within...

Are there any major interesting changes in tractor models for 2018? It seems most manufacturers have spent the last handful of years concentrating on meeting emissions requirements. Now that the emissions are pretty much met, I’m curious if they’ve had enough time to make any...

I'm interested in purchasing a .22 target pistol for "backyard" target practice. I've read around online and I think I would like something similar to a Ruger MK model. I see they have quite a loyal following for some reason so, they must be good right?!?!? I'm overwhelmed by the amount of...

I am going to order studded chains for all 4 of my tires. I know my front size is 10-16.5 and my rear is 17.5L-24. These are R4 tires. I find some chains in 17.5-24, and some in 17.5L-24. Is there a difference in the "L" designation? I'm going to go with either the Aqualine Talon chains...

I'm going to need some advice from the experienced "lawn" guys here, and hoping to keep this thread updated with pics along the way. Hopefully someday, there will actually be photos of grass somewhere in here. I'm planning ahead for a project I have coming up. I need some information on what I...

I'm looking for recommendations for a really good, long lasting, powerful, and reliable central vacuum system. I bought, and installed, our last central vac a few years ago, and it's already showing signs of end of life. We've replaced the hose once, and the handle 3 times now. I purchased it...

I see a lot of skidsteers/CTL's use a hydraulic quick disconnect function for changing out front attachments like buckets, blades etc. from the operators seat. This is a factory option for the newer Kubota L47 and M62 tractors, but I imagine it's also an option on other CUT's and don't see a...

Disclaimer: I've never run a dozer before. :) I recently (like yesterday) came across a small older dozer that I am thinking about buying. I don't really "need" one but I've always wanted to own one for playing around in the dirt. (Who wouldn't?) I would mostly use it to rebuild an old...

I went and looked at a Hitachi excavator. I took some photos and was hoping some of you could tell me "something" from the photos. The excavator is a Hitachi UH083LC. It's been owned by a friend of my father's for the last 20 years or so, and hasn't had much use over the last 5-8 years. He...

My hydraulic cylinder on my Gannon/Frontier box blade is leaking down fast. I thought it was just bad seals, so I ordered a seal kit from Messicks. I replaced the seals on the cylinder last night (ya I know, pretty exciting New Year's Eve for me) and hooked it up to my tractor. I tried it...

Any info on Kubota replacing the M7060 tractors with new M4 series? It seems like they've replaced all the larger frame models now with the new "M" designation, so I'm wondering if it's going to trickle down to the M7060 and eventually the L series? Anyone heard anything on a new M4? M3...

I'm looking for a "smallish" (that's a word right?!?) trailer to tow behind my 45hp tractor. I'll only be using it in the woods but I suppose if I had it registered I'd possibly use it to pick up a yard or two of mulch once a year, but roadworthy isn't important to me. What are the better...

I left my cell phone on the table, within arms reach of my 18 month old boy, and when I walked away to fill the tub for his bath, he snuck in and tested the buoyancy of my iPhone. After a quick lesson on positive, neutral, and negative buoyancy, I removed my phone from the bath tub and tried...

Anyone else drooling over the new Pioneer 1000 that Honda has announced? I was real close to buying the Pioneer 700 when it came out but it was missing a few things for my taste. I wanted a bit more power, hi/low range, power steering, and keep the ability to seat 4 but in the wheelbase of a...

I finished up a job today and when I got home to grease and clean up my equipment I noticed the right side bearing was ready to disintigrate on my Woods power rake. I was able to get the old bearing out, but I don't know how the new bearing goes in? Anyone done this before and have some...

Can post one picture with my phone, but then if I try to post a second one, the app freezes up in a black screen and I have to restart the app, losing all my typing. This has been this way for a looooong time, and I'm beginning to think that maybe no one else is having this problem? Also, I...

Gents.... Can I get more power out of my L4610? I don't have any emissions junk to worry about (that I know of?) and I was under the impression that I can't boost my power, but figured I'd ask here because....well.... It's obviously the place to ask :laughing: I'm not expecting this to be...

I don't know where to put "business" related threads, but since it has to do with "operating" a business then maybe this is the right spot..... Do any of you business owners use facebook for advertising? Can anyone with facebook comment on if you use services you find on facebook? I'm...

I know there are a LOT of people on here with multiple tractors, some with over 10 or 20 or so, but I'm really looking for input from the homeowner types that have two tractors, and also what you do with them. Bare with me here.... Not long ago, I had a single dual sport motorcycle, it was...

I've been getting more and more jobs with my little side business, and am having trouble keeping records organized. I'm looking for tips and am curious what you use for receipts or estimate forms? I mostly estimate "from the hip" sorta speak, and give one final figure for everything. I'd...

Just curious why no one is making a front wheel drive truck? They make 2wd, 4wd, and all wheel drive, but how come no front wheel drive?

This forum, more so than any other forum, really has a way of spending peoples money :) If it weren't for TBN, I wouldn't have half the implements I do. Which implements or attachments have you purchased (or made) that you never would have bought if it weren't for here? And, how useful has...

My wife decided we need a new family car. She wants to replace her VW Jetta TDI with an SUV. I'd like to get something that can tow the boat, and the tractor in a pinch, about 120 miles one way. There really isn't much out there so I may just be pissing into the wind here, but aside from the...

I would like to warm the pool up a few degrees so my wife and son enjoy it more. Someone told me to get a solar pool cover. Do these really work for warming up the pool? Or is it more of just a "cover" to keep pollen and leaves out? Do they also help with keeping bugs out and keeping the...

Seems like most gun threads on here have a ton of very helpful information, so I think this will be an easy question for many of you. I used to shoot a lot, and hunt a little, back when it seemed like I had a lot more time on my hands. I'm not a gun nut and I don't follow them much, but I do...

I'm thinking about my next trailer purchase, and it seems like everyone is recommending Gooseneck trailers for heavy loads, so I'm keeping an open mind about it. I've never used one before but I'm up for trying new things. My tow vehicle is a 1999 F-350 with the 7.3 diesel. It has a GVWR of...

Looking at the 211 and 252. I notice the 211 comes with "auto-set" and it doesn't look like the 252 does? Is this an important feature for someone who is not very experienced in welding? (i.e. myself:laughing:) Is it difficult to "set" the 252 properly? Also, I don't have 220v in my...

I just noticed a new grapple up on LandPride's website. The SGC05. It looks like it's meant for the subcompact tractors, this would be perfect for those, and it's the first one I've seen that wouldn't affect lift capacity much... Not bad at only 156lbs! Here is what is listed on the LP...

With all this below zero weather we've been having, I've thought about this a lot lately My father has always taught me to leave equipment alone when it is extremely cold out. The reason being that the steel is more brittle, the hoses are less flexible, the oil thicker, and overall a much...

Found this on CL if anyone needs one, not sure what they go for new... John Deere Parts Catalog for 4120 CUT

This thread was CrazyAl's idea, so blame him if you don't like it. :D After a lot of reading on the UTV's around these days, especially the new Pioneer :D, I have found myself day dreaming about them quite a bit. This would be a great place for other's to post they're pics of UTV's or ATV's...

I work away from home, and I'm missing the snow storm, which I'm not happy about! So can you all help me out and post some pictures of your snow removal work during the storm? I'd love to see tractors working. If you've already posted some in another thread, feel free to post the link here...

If anyone is interested in buying a Kioti, now may be a good time. I know they've offered this before but until 12/31 you can get a free loader with your tractor. I'm not sure of the "fine print" but I hadn't seen this posted yet so figured I'd share. Free Loader Program | Kioti Tractors...

I'm away from my tractor for the next few weeks and would like to order some tire chains for the front tires. (that "are you ready for winter" thread got me thinking I'm not really ready for winter:laughing:) I have an L4610 which will have the same tires as the larger L series tractors. Can...

When using a post hole digger that is mounted on the bucket: Is there a way to "raise" it up out of the way? For instance, when your going from hole to hole, do you have to keep your FEL all the way up in the air? Or can you curl your bucket back and have it stick out in front of you...

I'm building a hydraulic gauge wheel for my new to me rear blade. I'm trying to source a wheel/rim combination that I can use for the gauge wheel. I was thinking about using a golf cart tire/rim but I don't know if I would constantly be getting flat's, then I thought of using a snowmobile...

Does anyone have experience using, or know much about the reputation, of Sure Trac dump trailers? I used a friends Sure Trac trailer a couple years ago when he first bought it, and now he is thinking of selling it. I only used it one time, and don't really remember what I liked or did not...

I recently purchased a Land Pride RBT 4096 rear blade for my tractor and I'd like to build a hydraulic gauge wheel for the back of it. I was originally going to purchase one from Land Pride but when I got a price of $800 I decided it was something I could do without unless I were to build it...

Has anyone done this? I have heard of tracks on ATV's, trucks, and tractors even. I'm wondering how a UTV handles with a track kit installed? I imagine a 4X4 UTV with tracks would be about unstoppable in the wintertime! Add a cab and I can't think of a better way to do some woods...

I never heard of Cabela's selling tractors, but it looks like they do. Who builds these for Cabelas? Tractors : Cabela's

Anyone know any inside info? :licking: Or are these just the standard 3x20 series tractors? New John Deere Products & Equipment for 2014

I was scrounging up some free firewood the other day that was left on the side of the road by the utility company. I drove my tractor with trailer to the end of my dead end road, then removed the trailer, and drove down the road a ways to the Ash logs on the side of the road. I picked up a...

I want to have a 14,500lb John Deere 410 backhoe, 120 miles, from MA to NH. Is there a rough estimate of what I could expect to pay for transport costs? Do they do it by an amount per mile?

I bought a 5' Woods light duty rotary cutter about 4 years ago for 950 from my neighbor. Last fall, I bought a 6' Brown Rotary Cutter, 10 times more capable than the Woods (of course I paid a whole lot more for it too :laughing:) I haven't used the 5' Woods unit since. I'd like to sell it...

I'm looking at a Farmi JL290 for sale (used). Does anyone know if this is too small for my 39 PTO hp? I get mixed feelings about what the website says, it claims 17-25 hp min/max but then says it fits both cat 1 and cat 2 three point hitches. I don't know of a Cat 2 tractor with 25 hp or...

I called my current insurance provider (USAA) to get a quote on small business insurance for a 'side' business I'm starting. It will include mowing, stumpgrinding, and chipping. I've found myself taking on a few jobs here and there and it only seems to be getting more and more, and I really...

I'm curious if tire pressure would affect (affect or effect? I think affect) the chances of puncturing a tire when mowing in heavy brush? Is a higher tire pressure more "durable" when it comes to running over freshly cut saplings? Or is a lower pressure better because it will tend to flex...

What is the difference between the two? I believe that semi mount is almost the same as full 3 point mount, but without the top link connected? Do these typically have dual wheels that are adjustable hydraulically? What is the advantage of a tow behind over a semi mount? It seems that...

Looks like Landpride is getting in on the grapple craze! Grapples | Land Pride Unfortunately, they seem way overbuilt for us CUT users :mad: I really like Landpride implements and was hoping for a light duty model. It seems like their more geared for skid steers with much higher lift...

Is there any reason NOT to mow Japanese Bamboo? I am trying to reclaim some old family land and there are a few places where Japanese Bamboo (so I'm told) is growing. My grandmother has been trying for years to eradicate it to no real success, unfortunately. I know that mowing it won't get...

I've been looking for a used power rake for sale for a little while now. I see prices all over the place, some are still close to 8k or so and some are down near 3k. It seems like the older bar type power rakes are a lot cheaper, whereas the newer carbide tipped rakes are more, makes sense...

Here is what I currently have: A '99 F350 SRW and a 10,000lb Hudson 18' bumper pull. As you can see, when I need to bring numerous implements to a job, I have a hard time squeezing it all in. I really wanted to bring my chipper on this job as well but I just couldn't fit...

I've read a couple threads on here regarding the NH T4.75 being built by LS? I can't remember which threads they were, but I seem to remember reading it in multiple places. I asked a very reputable NH dealer and he said they are NOT built by LS. Does anyone else have any information on this...

I've had a Lincoln Electric 115v wire feed welder for a number of years now. It is one of those Home Chepot specials that I paid around $400 for maybe 8 or 9 years ago. I would like to build an extension for my sawmill. The current steel for the track is 2x6x1/8" and I would like to use...

A lot of us have had numerous past tractors, let's see some pictures of your old ones!

I was just looking at the specs of the new Kubota M7060 and it looks like it comes with 540E PTO now. That wasn't an option before was it? I keep wondering when they're going to put a glide shift transmission in the M series :D http://kubota.com/product/M60/documents/m60series_spec.pdf

A friend of mine has a 1988 Kubota B1750 with FEL. He is looking for a replacement loader valve but doesn't have a manual or any information on it. He wants to purchase an 'aftermarket' loader valve to save some money over the Kubota one. Does anyone have any information as to where he...

A while back, I was in the market for a new rotary cutter to replace my 5' Woods unit, with a heavier duty, 6' model. I did a lot of research on here and narrowed down my search to the Bush Hog 286/296. I wanted to find one used to save some money so it took me a bit of looking. The ones I...

I had a member ask me about how I use my grapple for removing trees and grubbing brush. I figured rather than keep it a private conversation, I'd start a thread on it so other's could benefit as well. Not only that, but I'd like to be sure that what I tell him, is considered safe and effective...

With all the talk of quick hitch setups on this forum, and all the happy owners out there, I'm starting to contemplate the idea of purchasing a quick hitch setup. I really enjoy the 'convenience' factor of certain things, and I think I'd really like a quick hitch. My question is: Can I...

I've never gotten an oil analysis done for anything, so the first part of my question, is how do you do it, and where do you send it? Then, what does it tell you? Does the report come back with a bunch of things listed with values next to them, that don't make any sense? Or does the...

Maybe it's just me, but it seems like when I first joined TBN (a lot later than many of you) I noticed that there were mostly all CUT's being talked about, posted about, and purchased. It seems like over the years a lot of people have moved up to Utility sized tractors. Maybe it's because...

I see a lot of utility size tractors available with R1W tires now, rather than just the narrower style R1's that have been around forever. Are there any R1W choices for us guys with CUT's? I'd love to go with R1's for my tractor as I think I would gain a LOT more traction than my semi worn...

We've all heard that the 110 TLB, that so many people love, has been discontinued. Are there any rumors of any sort of replacement for it? I can't imagine JD completely giving up on the compact dedicated TLB segment. As of now, there really isn't anything to compete with the M59. I'd...

Hi all, I'm hoping some of you have eperience with excavators, and more specifically Hitachi Excavators. I don't know hardly anything about them. A friend of the family is selling an excavator and it just so happens that I'm also clearing my land. I've been using my tractor but it's a slow...

I was going to ask this in the highly controversial recent thread that shows a video with an operator demoing a shed with a kid on his tractor,but, i don't enjoy controversial threads and didn't want to continue it. Hopefully this one can be a general "discussion" and not turn into an argument...

I've seen a lot of "skidsteer vs tractor" discussions, and a lot of "3 pt backhoe vs. min ex" discussions, but not too many on the pros and cons of having one single good sized tractor, vs having a skidsteer AND mini ex. One of the things I rarely use my tractor for (in fact, I could almost...

I'm about ready to pick up a new to me truck. My trusty Ford Escape has 240k miles on it and I think it's time. I also had a '99 F350 diesel crew cab that I sold to my father about two yrs ago. I still use this truck often today, but want one of my own again and not have to borrow his. A...

Some of you are familiar with my tractor, I've posted about it enough on here that's for sure :laughing: Well, (as much as I hate to post this) I'm thinking that it may be time to sell the 'ole girl. I'm curious what it may be worth and what I should ask for it? Do "extra's" add to the...

I've seen these two threads on the forum regarding the 4.75's: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/new-holland-buying-pricing/235342-powerstar-t4-75-a.html http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/new-holland-buying-pricing/195007-new-powerstar-line.html Aside from that, I haven't seen much talk on...

I bought a bought a Brown rotary cutter from a friend of mine as I was looking for a heavy duty cutter for my tractor. Well, he said he also had a disc plow that he'd sell me for cheap money. I didn't know what it was for, and he just wanted to get rid of it, so I figured why not :laughing: I...

I REALLY need to stop "browsing" Craigslist! During my last "browsing" session I found myself convinced that I needed to buy this chipper. It wasn't completely spontaneous as I've been searching Craigslist for a while now for a chipper. The majority of the ones I've found were mostly manual...

Okay, I know the obvious answer to measuring the width of a tractor, is to use a tape measure, but I'm curious how you figure out the width of a tractor you DON'T have access to measuring? When I look up the specs on different tractors, especially on tractordata.com, it seems like it fairly...

BROWN 472 brush cutter max diameter brush mowing I've been on the prowl for a good used medium duty brush mower and have been really looking for a Bush Hog 306,286,296, woods 720, or LandPride RCR 2672. I see on the specs for the above mentioned mowers that they are rated for up to 3"...

I'm hoping some of you guys can help me out with this. A friend of the family was having a hard time paying her mortgage a while back, so what she did was, she rented out her house, had a neighbor install electric, insulation, drywall, and an electric heater in her 12x16 shed- and she lived in...

This is sort of a 2 part question about economy PTO. I can see the advantage of having the ability to run the tractor at a lower RPM while keeping the PTO at 540 RPM as usual., then being able to use full power for the implements that need all the power you have. Question 1 is: I know JD has...

I found a pull behind brush hog for sale and called about it. The guy doesn't know the model and it isn't readable on the unit. He said its in good condition aside from some rust which is expected. Not sure of the year but it certainly isn't new. Does anyone know what model this bush hog is...

Hi all, I'm wondering how much of an upgrade an L5740 would be from my current 4610 (39PTO HP and LA852 Loader.) Then on the other hand, I'm wondering how much of an upgrade an M7040 would be from my 4610. The thing I don't like about my 4610 is I need more power, both in lift capacity and...

Grinding some stumps I figured I'd try posting some pics as I'm grinding some stumps. Im posting from my phone as I go so hopefully this works. Here is the first one, a small old oak stump. Before....

I met my match with these 3 pines in my yard. There are power lines on 3 of the 4 sides and a house on the other. I figured I'd better be smart and call in the pros before I get stupid and have one of those "hold my beer, watch this" moments. Within the hour the tree guys should be here with...

Hey guys. I'm looking for a rough estimate of what I should expect to pay for a used chipper with hydraulic feed. I want something like a valby ch150 or wallenstein bx62r. I certainly want the hydraulic feed and I know that really ups the price. I would like to find a used chipper in good...

I was looking at a PDF printout that compares the M6040 series to some other manufacturers and have a question on something I saw. When looking up the weight, it lists it as 4,079 lbs for the open station. In the right column that is the "kubota advantage" section, it lists... "Lighter psi...

This is a "sister thread" to go along with the "what's your dream tractor" thread. It should make for some interesting attachments for us all to add to our 'dream list' :D Here is mine: PTO powered mulcher :thumbsup: Bull Hog (PTO) - Fecon What's yours?

Anyone look into the new Ando Road Raider yet? Any opinions on how this would compare to a Land Plane Road Grader? It seems pretty similar to a land plane but the sides are much lower, and I assume much lighter weight as well. However, it may be a good option for some people with smaller...

I'd like to see some pictures of any of your tractors that are larger than the popular CUT sized tractors. Triple R posted a couple pictures of his M8540 on one of my threads and it made me want to see some more! (not just the Kubotas but all utility sized tractors) There are many many pics...

In my never ending quest to figure out which tractor I want to be my next one, I have come up with the one main disadvantage of upgrading, and that would be going from my current HST transmission to a hydro shuttle transmission. I know there are quite a few of you who have gone from having a...

3 point beast of a STUMPGRINDER checked off my "attachments to buy" list today Today I made a 2 hour drive to pick up my new to me Shaver SC50 3 point hitch stump grinder (stumpbuster as Shaver calls it) :thumbsup: It was used, no idea what year but I know it's newer than an '05, and in very...

As the title suggests.... How feasible is it to mount an 8' skidsteer mount hydraulic snowblower on the front of a full size backhoe? I have a JD 410b backhoe which has 2500psi at 30gpm flow. Of course, 30gpm is at the top end. I see many low flow snowblowers in the 20-22gpm range but...

Like many of you, I'm pretty darn impressed with the idea of a tree shear. It's really amazing what hydraulic can do! I've been thinking about the possibility of using a tree shear with my tractor? Not sure if it's really feasible or not, but I'm curious how many people have used a tree shear...

Just FYI: I was looking up the price of a WR Long grapple just for the heck of it on everthingattachments.com, and noticed that the price was considerably more that what I paid when I bought mine through my local dealer. I was curious as to why it was so much more? I realized that when I...

In my quest to make my backhoe more useful, I'm thinking about adding a thumb to it. I added a grapple to my tractor and it was the best thing I've ever done! I can only imagine I'll get a similar feeling with the backhoe. The backhoe in question is an older John Deere 410B, not sure of the...

I have a John Deere 410 backhoe. It has a standard bucket on the front and of course the backhoe on the back. I want to make it more 'all around' useful and am considering adding a thumb to the backhoe. I have also gotten pretty spoiled with the usefulness of my tractor, as far as being...

Hey Guys, I have about a 3" gash on the inside wall of my left rear tire on my backhoe. It almost forms a 'flap' from the gash, in other words, I can stick my finger in there and actually lift out the 'flap' that was formed from the gash, not very much, but I can. The tire has been like this...

I don't know exactly where to post this but here goes.... As we all know, the TBN search function (like many forums) is certainly lacking. It can be difficult to find what you are looking for. If you aren't aware of how to search specific websites using google, it is by far the best way to...

Here is my situation: My wife and I have our first kid on the way, we are trying to save to build a new house on our 31 acres in NH, and I'm going to start clearing the land this spring/summer/fall. I don't want another payment because it will affect my credit, my current tractor is paid...

Last year (thanks to GreatWhiteHunter) I purchased a used box blade for a good price. It had barely any use on it but was faded and had some rust spots on it from sitting for years at a golf course. I intend to have it sandblasted (or spot sandblasted?) and repaint it, however, before I do...

I have been scouring craigslist for a good deal on some used implements. Mainly I'm looking for a heavy duty brush hog, but I also like to look for other implements, to possibly replace my lighter duty equipment with the heavy duty stuff. :D I am a firm believer that I want the heavies duty...

I found a Woods 840 brush hog on craigslist.... I'm not ready for a brush hog yet, but when I am I want to get a heavy duty unit. Do you think this is too much for my Kubota L4610? Woods 840 Brush Hog - $2500 (Trucksville, PA) Date: 2012-04-09, 9:55AM EDT Reply to...

I've started a couple of threads for 'how to' of clearing my land, but it never hurts to start another right? :D I'm interested in some more ideas from you guys. This thread is more for fun, and sort of an exercise to see different ways to do things, or different opinions on the best ways to...

I'd like to buy a landplane for some land leveling/driveway making I have coming up. I have a box blade to do initial work, and I'm thinking a Landplane grader blade would compliment that nicely. I have seen the one Jenkins made and I really like that, although I would like adjustable...

I'd like to buy this old Snap On toolbox and am wondering what you guys think would be a good deal? It's about 20 years old in good condition. The owner is the original owner and was the head mechanic at a chevy dealership. Not sure of whats inside it yet though, but I'll find out next...

Not sure if this should be under "attachments" or buying...but here goes. A friend of mine in Tampa is looking at this Bush Hog model 307 tow behind bush hog. He found this one on craigslist and wants to go look at it, he asked me if it sounded like a good deal and but I don't know anything...

Just saw this on craigslist, not sure if it's a typo or not. Too far away for me! LANDPRIDE FINISH MOWER 72" - $150 (TELFORD, PA) Date: 2012-02-03, 12:37PM EST Reply to: bssxw-2832784688@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] LANDPRIDE PTO DRIVEN FINISH MOWER 72" CUT...

The last thing I need right now is a new tractor with cab. :D However, that doesn't mean I shouldn't look around a bit for when I'm ready to upgrade. I currently have an L series Kubota which I'm very happy with, but could use some more FEL lift capacity, 3pt hitch lift capacity, and...

Quick question for Pat's easy change system. Well, maybe a couple :laughing: I did a quick search but didn't see it specified, and it's probably in the 11 pages of the Pat's sticky thread, but....I haven't found it. Can Pat's system be used with a hydraulic side link? I know it sort of...

There isn't a boatload of information on 3pt hitch logging grapples (or would "bucket load" be more appropriate?:D) so I thought I would start a thread to discuss them before I make a purchase....or rather, to see if I SHOULD make a purchase :thumbsup: My specific uses for the logging grapple...

Disclaimer: This won't be as good of a write up as Jim's, or Teg's or most of the other's that I've read on here, but I'll do my best. :D Like many people here on TBN, my "need" for rear remote hydraulics started immediately when I finally learned what on earth they even were! I didn't know I...

Why I love my Fit-Rite Hydraulics Side Link..... -first and foremost...Brian's customer service, is one of the best I've ever seen :thumbsup: -Easy installation, I didn't order it with the hose kit, as I had spare hoses I could use, instead, I asked Brian what I need, and he not only told me...

I'm more curious than anything, as I'm not in the position to buy another tractor, but what is the biggest size tractor you would mow with? More specifically, let's assume you'd be mowing a nice, well maintained, manicured lawn. As in one of those lawns you drive by and notice the thick...

My father picked up a Toro Wheelhorse mower, it's a model 16-38. I don't know how old it is, probably about 5-8 yrs old, but it is literally brand new condition! When I say brand new, I mean it has never been used. When I say never, I mean not once, has it ever mowed a lawn. There isn't a...

I found a grapple for sale that I was thinking about adapting to my backhoe. I'm looking for some advice if it is worthwhile or not. I was also thinking of using the grapple to build a 3pt hitch log grapple for skidding logs. The grapple has a 40" opening and weighs 350lbs. The rotation...

I am just looking through my manual seeing what type of maintanence is due, and I'm at my 600 hr service. It looks like there are quite a few fluids and filters to change. I was wondering if Kubota offers a kit to buy, like say a "600 hour kit"? Or would that be too easy? :D If not, I'll just...

I did a lot of searching and can't find too much info on bank barn style garages. My wife and I are planning to build a home in NH in the next two years and my dream has always been to have a 2 level bank barn style garage. By 'bank barn style' I mean one end of the garage would have 2 garage...

Not really sure if this belongs here or not, but does anyone have any experience with the DR log splitter? Seems like the same idea as the Super Split. I wonder how it compares? I'm thinking of building my own splitter but also looking around at whats out there. I've read a lot about the...

I currently have a 3pt hitch hydraulic log splitter which I run off my tractors hydraulics. I have been pondering the thought of building a tow behind self contained unit using the current splitter. I recently got a new lawn mower because my old husqvarna has seen better days, the engine on...

I didn't realize it but the cotter pin that holds the lever for my rear differential lock had fallen out. Strangely enough, when the lever becomes disconnected from the linkage, the differential gear is always engaged? I would think the 'fail safe' mode to this would be that if it breaks, it...

Guys I am borrowing a Lincoln electric ranger 9 to weld some 1/2" steel brackets onto my land pride box blade. What should the settings be and what type of rod should I use? I don't know much about welding and nothing about the settings. I have welded before but people have always setup the...

I've read all about the advice on backing up when brush hogging. I know that I should never drive forward into saplings and such while mowing, and then stop, reverse my direction, and keep mowing in reverse. Some reasons for this as I understand, are saplings that you just pushed over could...

I have a Woods XT160 rotary mower, which as far as I've been able to find, is the old version of the BB60, so for all intents and purposes I consider them identical. I don't know too much about the mower as I haven't used it for anything more than field grass. I will be using it to mow down...

I have a roughly 800' driveway to put in for our future home. The land was logged in the '70's and left unmaintained since then. There are a lot of pines as you can see from the pics, and some hardwoods. most trees are small, barely sawlogs. Many of the hardwoods are just saplings (small to...

I'm about to put in an order with DHH. Anybody have a coupon code that they've been successful with?

I am trying to install a 4 spool valve on my kubota L4610. I measured out the hose lengths and want to order them on discount hydraulic hose.com. The only problem is, I forgot to check what SIZE hose I need! I won't be around the tractor for the next 2 weeks and will wait to order if I have...

I just recently took delivery of my new (used) Land Pride box blade with hydraulic scarifiers. I am hooking up the hydraulics soon and hope to give it a test drive in a few weeks when I get home. I have never used a box blade before and have been studying the threads on this forum for tips and...

Any chance someone is driving from TX to anywhere near MA in the next month or so? I'm looking for someone to transport a box blade for me that I would like to buy. I'm hoping someone is making the trip and wouldn't mind carrying an extra piece of equipment for some cash for me.

Hey guys, I have a John Deere 410b that I will need to bring from central MA to the lakes region of NH. It's 120 miles one way and I'm curious how do I have the backhoe transported? I'm sure I can just call a trucking company but is this something that a light dump truck would be able to...

And don't say "load it onto the trailer and go to the next job" :laughing: I posted a thread in the 'attachments' forum with a similar question. I have about 6-8 acres of land I want to start clearing in the summer/fall up in NH. The land is gently to moderately sloping and level for about...

Hey Guys, Does anyone know if a 6' Harley Rake (Hydraulic) would work on the front of my L4610 with 9.6 gpm flow? I didn't think it would, but I called for a price on a Harley Rake rental and they told me it was a hydraulic version and not PTO powered, I then asked about renting a skid steer...

I am about to pull the trigger on a TnT system from FitRite Hydraulics. The owner has been walking me through the steps involved and has helped me an extremely lot in understanding the system. His customer service really is one of the best I've delt with. That being said, I have read a lot...

I am in the market for a heavy duty box blade. I prefer hydraulic scarifiers but I don't think I can afford the extra cost of them. I have been searching CL and am mostly finding lighter duty ones. I will be pulling it with a Kubota L4610 with loaded rear tires. I know a 72" blade will...

There is a small area on some land I'm getting that still has blueberries growing, in what used to be a muli acre blueberry field, now it is only about a 50'x20' section. It is family land, and my father and his brothers tell me about how they used to fill 5 gallon buckets with blueberries and...

I found myself posting a bunch of pics of my grapple over on another thread, and realized I love posting pics of it, so I figured I would start a thread for grapple pics. I'll try to post more and more pics of my 'grappling fun' as time goes on. However, since it seems grapples are getting...

Hey guys, A friend of mine is selling his 18' trailer and I'm thinking about buying it. It's not really what I want as I want a 20' or 22' trailer, however, I'm wondering if I should buy it rather than buy a brand new trailer. I need to measure my tractor and maybe even try loading it onto...

Hi Guys, My wife and I are in the process of getting 25 acres of land in NH (the GRANITE state :laughing:) and it is currently all forested. It's been family land since the '60s and we plan to clear about 8 acres of it, and have about 4acres of lawn/field (not golf course manicured lawn) and...

I bought an '02 L4610 last fall and have really enjoyed it. I thought I remembered reading somewhere that it had a heavier duty front end than some other similar sized kubota models from it's day. Does anyone know if that is true? I do a lot of heavy duty lifting and moving things around and...

Hey guys, I bought my L4610 a birthday present :D (not for me I swear:laughing:) I am HAPPY to report that I ordered a WR LONG 64" open bottom grapple from WR LONG about 2 weeks ago. I also ordered the valve kit with the 'extras' such as quick connect fittings and brackets and all that fun...

Hey guys, I had some Basspro gift cards that were sitting around collecting dust and decided to use them on an electric winch for my log arch. I built the log arch last year and it has come in handy for the most part, the only mistake I made was buying a cheapo winch from Northern Tool. It...

Hi guys, Unfortunately I'm not home to take more pics of the tractor so I don't have a good one but maybe one of you pros can help me out? I found a set of chains that are the right size for my tractor but I don't know if my tractor either already has spacers or maybe has those 2 piece rims...

Hey guys, I just noticed this thread from the Kioti owning and operating and it made me wonder the same about my L4610? Best RPM for Fuel Economy and FEL work - TractorByNet.com Basically asking what is the best RPM to run the tractor at when doing FEL work? I'm about a month into being the...

Hi Guys, I have learned a whole lot so far spending a lot of time on the forum and posting anytime I have something useful to ad to a post (which is rare:laughing:) and now I have some questions about some land clearing. I have searched and found some great info but thought I would start my...

Can one of these front mount brush hogs be used on a FEL tractor? Ammbusher Brushcutter Attachment I have a 2000lb capacity on my FEL and with the length and weight of this mower I think it would be too much for my tractor. However it got me thinking, would this work on a larger tractor...

I currently have a 16' aluminum dual axle trailer in excellent condition. It fits the tractor but is very tight and I can't adjust the position of the tractor for correct weight distribution. It is a 7k lb trailer rating. I found a almost brand new Kaufman trailer for sale, it is a steel...

Sometimes I like to search the internet for some strange but useful implements for the tractor. Even though I'll probably never get, or need, what I find, sometimes I come across something I would love to have.... So what are some neat implements that you have seen or used? (Pics are always...

I know many of us have full size trucks to allow us to tow our tractors around. (For those that don't you may not have a choice but to use your tractor) What do most of you guys with trucks and tractors use for snow removal? I enjoy moving snow and playing around with my tractor in the snow...

I have heated clothing for motorcycling and am thinking of wiring it up to my tractor to keep me toasty in the cold winter months. Has anyone been using something similar? I'm not fortunate enough to have a cab yet but maybe one of these days! The heated jacket liner and gloves have kept me...

Just a quick clarification question... I just bought an '02 Kubota L4610 (with the help of your forum people:D) and I have a question about lift capacity on the 3pt hitch. Some specs I found on the internet say that the lift capacity is 2870lbs at the "lift point", then it says that it is...

This was left here many years ago (obviously) by my grandfather when he used to farm this land. Does anyone have any idea if it would still be useful? It doesn't look like it has a 3pt attachment on it. Did they used to use 2pt? Do you think I could cut it out oil it up and use it? or is...

I had a million questions about hydraulics prior to searching for about a million different things, and learned a LOT over the last couple days. I still have some questions but I THINK I'm starting to get a basic understanding of it. I am in the process of buying a L4610 which currently...

I really hate to post this question because I've bothered you guys enough with 'buying advice':D but I just have to get your opinions. I looked at a '03 Kubota L4610 with FEL, Landscape rake, boxblade, and quick attach forks. It is 4x4 HST with 500 hrs of use on it, it has been garage kept...

Hi guys, I need your help on a used tractor I'm interested in, but I'm worried the price is a bit high. I was asking about 'what tractor to buy' in this thread http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/189512-am-i-right-track-what.html and someone had recommended that an...

I have posted on here before with some "which tractor to buy" questions and got a lot of very helpful answers. I had eventually settled on a cabbed Kubota 5240 or 5740. Well recently we had to buy a new car due to a bambi strike totaling our other one, so that took a HUGE portion of the...

I went to look a an old Farmi winch. It was bought by the original owner back in 1980 from what he says and he bought it new. He used it for a few seasons just skidding firewood logs with his old MF tractor. He said the tractor was about 40hp if that matters. I don't know the model number...

When the brakes are on the left and the hydro pedals are on the right, I can see how you could easily apply one brake to one tire and turn in a tighter radius while pressing the hydro pedal down with your right foot. When the brakes are on the same side as the hydro pedal, how do you use the...

I have been having a hard time trying to figure out what I should do in my situation. I know just enough to realize I don't really know enough:laughing: Without be tooooo wordy, here is my situation. I am in the process of getting about 10-15 acres of my grandfathers 50 acres in the Lakes...

I will be buying a tractor soon and am pretty picky about what I buy. I really want to buy something that is just a couple years old or less and buy it used with low hours. Obviously because I am picky there aren't many tractors out there that fit the bill close by. So this is a shipping...

This is my 3rd time writing this because for some reason my computer doesn't want to play nice :confused2: First off thanks to everyone on here for providing a wealth of information and contributing to rapid decline of productivity at work:laughing: Here is the purpose of my post: My father...

My father owns a case 275 tractor and it has a category 1 3 pt hitch. I don't really know what that means and what are the differences between them?? i think there are 3 different types right? Can you use category 2 implements with a cat 1 3-pt hitch? or vice versa? Are there any differences...

Hey guys, I just joined this site as I've been lurking for quite a while and figured it was time. I just put my foot in the door by buying a Case IH 275 for cheap money. It's not really what I'm looking for but its a start. I have been looking for good places to find data on tractors and a...