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WR Long function works just fine. The 5400 will be plenty of tractor for you. You will be happy. You might want to check out Land Pride's grapples. Kubota owns them and will include in the 0 % finance. The dealer should have them. The new R14 tires do seem to be nice but a LOT of folks...

I already have a 2860m for the bigger jobs, so I am not looking at the 1M35 or 40. Wanted something a little bit smaller, OOS to go with the bigger tractor. The 1e. 35 has the HP with the smaller frame. Really like the shuttle shift as well. I know it is old school but I still like it.

I am looking at an Kubota LX2620 and I believe it has an aluminum axle housing. Did not have a magnet to check but all the info I find says it is.

Hello all, Looking at the above 3 tractors for up around my house for lighter duty work. This is a tough decision because I like them all. Massey 1e.35 - Built like a tank with strong loader lift and heavy rear-end. Loader is smooth, fast and strong. The one I like is a manual shuttle shift...

Hello all, I have been looking at smaller 25 hp tractors to go with my big tractor for close to the house. A lot of them have aluminum housing in the rear. Besides the lighter weight, has anyone actually broke the aluminum housing or had any issues at all with it? Is it something that should...

Thanks for the replies. I am pretty sure I am going to be buying a Deere 3520. I am going Tuesday to go look at it and probably buy it if everything works out. It is a little smaller than the TC40 was but still has nice capability. Plus it is emmsions free and low hours. If I dont buy that, I...

Now that I have a 60hp HST tractor, I am thinking about selling my older New Holland TC40 and getting a new smaller tractor to go with my 60HP tractor. I am thinking about a 25-35HP tractor for around the immediate yard on my property. So far, from what I have looked at, I like the Kubota LX2620...

You NEED to test drive before you decide. You might need to do it more than once. It is a lot of money and you will be spending a lot of time in there. I do love my air ride seat!!! If you go Kubota, I would see if they could do an air ride seat in there if possible.

Most of your economy tractors are mechanical HST and the premiuims are electrical servo. I know the electrical servo allows more options like auto throttle and speed control. The mechanical does have cruise control. Besides some of the more advance features on the electrical HST, is the...

From what I know, the 4 series, heavy duty have bigger tire package, SSQA on the loader (not Deere's system), deluxe 3pt package and the hydro has the same features as the R series. I believe that is correct but going off of memory.

I am not sure about the XT1 but I started out with a Gravely that was not commercial. It was a ZT48 I think. Great mower but stiff riding. I had herniated discs and it got bad to worse over time. Maybe see if they can give you an upgraded seat for what you are looking at. I now have one with...

I have always owned Gravely and they are top notch in my book. Never has any issues with them and they take abuse. Biggest question you need to ask yourself is how important is comfort? Zero-Turns beat you to death. If I was gooing to be cutting 2.5 acres I would be looking at entry level...

Does anyone on here have a commercial grade wood chipper, like Vermeer, Rayco, etc.? I have been thinking about about maybe buying one to use on my land for pine trees that are 6 inch and under. I have 16 acres of pines and thinning them out. Thinking I can reuse the pine mulch by spreading on...

I bought the MF2860 after this post. I was still researching when I posted about the LS. I decided I did not need to step up to the utility size. I have been very happy with the MF2860. Not sure about the electronic declutch.

Talked with a builder friend and realtor friend. One told me about the Hazmat Waste when time to get rid of them. The other one told me about a current house not being sold due to complications with the leased panels. What I am gathering is putting on the ground, and owning the equipment. I...

I know you said you did not want a big machine, however if you look around that might be the best deal. I wanted a mini-ex some kind of bad but they are so expensive. My cousin up the road had a Hitachi EX100 sitting in his field with weeds growing around it. He did not want to mess with it...

$ 109 a month then increase 2.99 percent every year after for 25 years. I think I will look into something I can own myself. The only reason for even thinking about this is because in Virginia, the power company is going completely solar. They are getting rid of coal and nuclear. This is...

I was approached this week by a solar company. I live in Virginia and our electric bill is rising due to Virginia doing away with coal and nuclear. There are solar farms popping up everywhere. Salesmen said I would save money over the long haul with solar. They own the panels and I would pay a...

Anyone seen the new Yanmar utility tractor yet?

I would be looking at the 22ft. That extra 2ft is nice. Also would be looking at one with a nice toolbox on it for storage. I have been really happy with my Diamond C.

I know this has probably been beat to death on here but does OEM Tractor oil have something magical that Shell Rotella or other standard oils do not have? They are always more expensive and "specially formulated" for their diesel engine. What would happen if you put John Deere oil in Kubota...

Maybe Deere 5060e? Nice size utility tractor.

I have been doing a lot of hard work with the Hitachi and it has a leaking boom cylinder. It has been leaking since before I had it, but starting to really drip. I have a good friend helping me with it. Going to be heading to his shop today to pull it apart and rebuild it. Good news is Pins are...

I dont remember the Rvalues exactly but I used 6 inch insulation in the attic and floor and 4 inch in the walls. I want to say I used R40 in the attic. It was the pink panther stuff. lol I wrapped the floor and walls with Tvek and used that black tape around windows doors and floor where needed...

Had good rain in the summer but it has been real dry now for weeks. Dusty and Crunchy. Not normal for Virginia this time of year.

Hello all, I built a 12 by 20 shed that is fully insluated. I have power to it (6 breakers, 2, 20 amps, 4, 15 amps). I am trying to decide on the easiest way to heat it this winter for around 4 hours a day when it is being used. Not looking to do a mini-split right now. Thinking about a...

Just read a classified that said "Price is firm, dont have to sell". If you dont have to sell it, then why list it? How does that help move it? To me, it pushes the buyer away right from the start.

I would upgrade even if using a few times a year. If something goes wrong while towing down a road, bad things can happen quickly. I have a 14K trailer now and glad I made that jump.

Looks like part of the tap root has grown under the building and is in that hard red pan. Probably have to dig under the root to get to it. Good luck. If you get it out, I would put gravel and hard pan up in there and pack it good. Not sure if that is the best advice but a rotting stump might...

Three 1 x 8 x 3" poplar boards from local sawmill man to finish framing out my windows on a shed.

I had some pups a while back that were Mountain Cur, Mountain Fiest, English Pointer mix. They are easy to mess with and have good temperaments. They do like to bark at everything but that makes them good watch dogs. I had a fellow make a 5 hour trip to get one of these. He had recently lost a...

I dont really have a worst saw but grew up on and have only run Stihl. My go to Stihl saw is a MS241. They were not produced very long but are Stihl Pro saws. I have a 16 inch bar on it. It is a little bit lighter than the MS261 and cuts like a champ. Unless I have to cut big wood (use the...

Before I had my current excavator, I needed to clean up an acre of land on my previous property. Lots of good size trees, junk, big concrete chunks and such. I started this project with just my tractor and tools. Soon realized I needed something better. I researched and rented a mini-ex. I got...

I guess Kubota has got it wrong with their partnership with Land Pride implements and how they are designing them to work together with thier tractors. All I can really go on is my experience with the Land Pride grapple I have which is heavy duty and works as intended. Not one issue with it and...

Have you actually used these grapples in real world experience? Not just looking at one? They are made from AR400 steel, hence the light weight. I have 7 years with the SGC1072 (A little bigger than the SGC 0554). I have put it through everything, including rooting, pulling, pushing, grabbing...

Did you get a price from any companies or maybe some young capable guys for just cutting and moving the trees to your burn pile? If that price is close or less than a grapple and considering your age that you stated it might be a better option. If I was buying a grapple for your machine, I...

I would not worry so much about square footage. I would make sure you had 2 big baths, a 1/2 bath, doorways big enough for wheel chair to get through, big kitchen, and enough utility/mud room space if you are outside a lot. I really regret not getting a half bath when I built. Everyone told me I...

If I can consider myself an attachment, then that would be the scariest. By far, the operator is the biggest culprit. As I age, I am getting better at working slower/patiently and stepping away when angry. Also, fatigue will get you. You have to get off the machine sometimes and just do manual...

I currently have a New Holland TC40 that I bought new in 2006. Used it on 6 acres for years. Only worked 3 acres of it. It has been an outstanding tractor. You can find a good used one for around 17K. If you can afford to buy used, I would be looking at 30 to 40 HP tractors by Deere, Kubota...

Hello All, My wife and me have been researching and using wild edibles found on our property recently. We have a native sumac that produces small clusters of red/purple berries late summer that make a drink that is as good or better tasting than lemonade. We also have a lot of nice American...

Ventrac Mower or Steiner?

Get the 12 speed and dont look back. If you go with the 8 you will always wonder if you should gone 12. Also, the 12 speed has EPTO.

Maybe I need to completely log out of the site and come back in?

So, is anyone able to go the Tractorbynet home page? Or is the forums page the only place we go now?

I have been looking through the site and cannot find where the tractor review page is at. It was the page that had all manufacturers and folks reviews of certain model tractors under the manufacturer. Is that stil part of the site? where is located? Also, I cannot get to the TBN home page. Am...

I looked real hard at the 3 series before my purchase. Dealer was close and knows tractors. For the money, it was a lot of tractor, but like you said lift height is short. Also, I was just worried to much about parts availability and will he be there in 5 years. Might not be an issue but gave me...

I hear you and agree. The MX is a little bit bigger version of the L-series without the bells and whistles like you said for maintaining large acerage properties. The gear drive L4802 has enough HP and weight to do just about as much ground engagement work as the MX. It does lose out a little on...

The L6060 specs for 3pt lift capacity are 2976 24" behind. MX6000 is 2410 at 24" behind. The L6060 Machine weight is 3990 lbs and the MX is 3734 lbs. The L6060 1055 loader lift at pins is 2361 lbs. The MX loader LA 1065 lift at pins is 2275 lbs. The MX series is a nice tractor but when...

I think the either the 4 or 5 series tractor will make you happy. If I was buying the 4 series I would look at the HD Version. It comes with SSQA up front and deluxe 3pt hitch in the back. Also, I believe it has a little bigger tire than the regular 4 series. 4 series also can come with HST...

This might be a dumb question, but do airplanes have emissions on them? There are thousands upon thousands in the air flying day and night burning lots of jet fuel.

Have you looked at a Massey 1835m? You should test drive one. More ergonomic than the 1825e and a lot better loader.

Sorry to hear about your problems. I now have 50 hours on mine, trouble free. Runs like a champ and air work great.

When I bought my Massey 2860m, I was looking hard at a used 5065e. I really like that tractor and VERY close to buying it. I liked the way it handled and the power it had. It had the remote up front already and came with 4in1 bucket and grapple bucket. I still wonder if I should have gotten it. LOL

Yeah Yeah and they probably really want to move that 5045e. It is the base model in that series and may be harder to sell?? Not really sure about that just a guess. I would say you would get e better deal on the 5045e over the 3720. The 3700 and 4700 series are selling at high prices. At...

I am not sure what you are planning to do with the tractor but there is a big difference between the 2 you are looking at. The smaller tractor will be more manuvarable, easier to haul, and easier to store. It has the Yanmar engine and is pre-emissions. My cousin has a 3720 he uses on 18 acres...

Yours are rotting. When I dug mine they were fresh. Took 35 to 40 minutes a stump. You will probably get it done a lot faster. Depends on how much you like running equipment. LOL

2 weeks straight, around 10 hours a day. I was vibrating for a couple of days after.

I cleared 2 1/2 acres with the biggest mini-ex I could rent with blade on it. I dug out big stumps and then used the blade to rough level everything. Then I used my tractor and box blade/pulveriser to do the final grade.

Opposite here in VA. July was one of the wettest summer months I can remember. Normally dry and dusty and wishing for a thunderstorm and drop of rain. All the trees I planted are doing well.n Right now it is around 70 and nice out.

All the research paid off!!! Congrats. You are going to like it. I looked closely at the Grand L's before my purchase and they are nice machines.

80s child here. One on the greatest games I played as a kid was Solomons Key on the original Nintendo. It is a strategy game. I miss those types of games. Got my kids Nintendo Switch and tried to play it but I am just not into it anymore. Like others, I do solitaire, free-cell, Majhong, etc...

I will say this, I get so in the weeds with my purchases that I get into the dollars of difference. Dont burn yourself out. If you really like whichever tractor it is over the others buy it and dont worry about cost unless it is a ridiculous amount of money. If you focus only on the best...

I have been looking at upgrading my current mower for something with a little more comfort and power. I had a Gravely Pro-Turn 152 and it was a great mower but not quite big enough. When I bought it, I had every intention of buying the Gravely 460 but felt it was too big at the time. Well, years...

Anyone running a commercial Toro or Gravely? Thoughts?

Hello to all the zero-turn professionals. I am going to upgrade from my Gravely Pro-Turn 152. It is a great mower but I want something a little bit bigger. I was almost dead set on a Gravely 560 but the dealer I went to has Toro as well. I have never sat on or drove one until yesterday. I...

Hello to all you tractor enthusiasts. I am going to be buying a new mattress for me and my wife in the near future. Current matress is not that good.Have had it for around 6 years and it is a hybrid between foam and regular (Serta I believe). Had a Temperpedic before that and that was a good...

Farm Credit Bureau will finance you

Ok, I have been using a zero-turn for 17 years. I am happy with my current one as well because of the nice seat and the speed it cuts. However, I still sometimes like the idea of a nice, big, comfortable, riding mower to cut grass with. It seems the consensus on here is that zero-turns are the...

Went to a little yard sale today down the road and ended with some old metal ramps, some good saw horses, a bunch of little cars/trucks for the kids, DVD's and a free chair. Can't beat that!!!!

Just called the dealer again and he said they are still making tillers but not lawnmowers. He did say it could be a while if I wanted to order one.

I see that but the owner of Honda House told me they will not be making mowers or tillers anymore. Why would the dealer lie to me? I am going to look around some more and see if I can get more info on this.

Did not know all that. I just wanted to look at tillers. lol Guess I will have to find a good used one. Have always liked thier equipment.

Good morning. Going to get dog food from a local farmer and stop by the farmers market to see if they got anything interesting. Hopefully get some rain. It has been DRY.

Went to Honda House yesterday to look around. Found out they are stopping production of lawnmoers and tillers due to a 10 million dollar fine fropm California.

put some Neem oil on it. Might help and not a chemical.

I am going to guess mealybugs?

Besides my grapple, forks where a great addition to my attachments. Use them a lot!!!

Been running a Woods 72x on 35 PTO HP for years.

I was wondering if the forward rotation would be better. I am just wondering if a tiller is realy the best way to turn the soil in my garden. When i get to the end of a row and lift the tiller slowly, it always leaves the dirt lower than the ground arounf it. Its like it fluffs the dirt on top...

My reverse tine tiller seems to pulll dirt from one side of the garden to the other and digs deeper then the yard around it. Anyone else have this happen? Using the plow, disc and drag did not do this (kept the land more level and even. I like the tiller for its convenience and it does turn the...

They have to be one the worst pests I deal with!!!!!!

Do they have a MT342? That size machine is closer to your New Holland tractor size. Not sure if money is an issue or you just dont want to go that big, but something to think about.

They are not the same machine as what he has currently. New Holland used to be built by Shibaura and is now built by LS. He can get a comparable LS for less money minus the differewnt loader and blue color.

Just went through some of what youa re saying recently regarding Cab or not. I finallky decided and got the cab. It is nice. Still adjusting to it because I never had one and used to being open but the ac is great!!! Did I say the ac is great!!! Also, it might take me a few more seconds longer...

When 9pm is the new 12 pm!!!!

When Snoop Doggy Dog song , "Sipping on gin and juice" is 30 years and an oldie!!!!

Thanks for the responses. will check the float needle again. Trying to avoid buying carb. OEM is 350.00. I have seen cheaper knock-offs but not sure if they are as good. It is a kawasaki engine.

Hello all, My zero-turn had a clogged carb due to me not cutting ethanol fuel off last year in the gas tank over winter. This is my fault and I learned a lesson. I pulled the carb off, cleaned it and put back on. It runs fine now but I have to cut the fuel off and run out of fuel everytime now...

I like the Massey 1835m as well but if it is not too much more, jump to the 1840m. More PTO HP.

Congrats. You will have losts of fun with the new tractor. Also, you are no longer "tractorless".

I guessed too. Not enough information provided. Maybe they are cutting professionally??? They did not specify, just asked for zero0-turn recommendations. Maybe OP will give a budget????

Not that I can find. Dealers might use something but if they are, they are not sharing. Tractorhouse would be the closest to figuring what tractors are selling for in the retail market. Craigslist and Marketplace can are all over the place.

Bought a load of topsoil mixed with mushroom compost.

Gravely Pro-Turn 600 w/Kawasaki EFI motor. You will love it!!!!!

So, I have been thouroughly enjoying my 60HP HST tractor. I tilled with it yesterday and did a grand job. Set the cruise control and went nice and slow. Also, being able to just go back and forward while turning in tight spots is nice as well. I am adjusting nicely. Still hitting the forward...

When I bought my tractor, I knew nothing about trailers, weight, brakes, etc (or TBN). I brought it home in a F150 with a 4.6 V8. 35 miles an hour the whole way. It pulled it and got me home but I did not feel good about it. I sold that truck and got an F250. Best move I could of done. I only...

Last 2 years in Virginia have been really dry in my area. Finally getting rain, but like you said, when July/August get here we will be begging for it. I got collards and kale growing but need to get my other stuff going. Positive for me with all the rain, is all the brush piles I have burnt...

Workinonit is correct. This is what you need to do. I have a similar set-up. Tines come partially down. Then you get on tractor and back-up. It will push the he tines down and they will lock in place.

I have an insulated shed I have built for my wife to use for school activities. I have been looking at heating it with a small propane heater. Any suggestions on best type of heater for this application? Will be using a window unit for air and not really intersted in a mini-split.

I also have a land pride SGC1072. It has been great. Light weight and strong.

Also, I bought a Diamond C because they had the best built design tool box design when I was buying.

I bought a 22 ft one and glad I did. Used to have a 20 ft but upgraded. The extra 2 ft really makes a difference. I have a smaller utility trailer to carry around the lawn mower and 4wheeler.

Had to replace a hydraulic line in the middle of the machine. Had a mechanic do it. It was a bear. Took him 2 trips and 6 hours to get it back in there and not leaking. Glad I did not fool with it. It was in a bad spot and I did not want any part of it. That puts me 6K now in the machine minus...

Once I got my root grapple, I took off the toothbar on my bucket. Have not really needed it since.

I looked at and test drove both. I bought a massey 2860M. I have a write-up about it in the buying section. They are both very nice machines but I just liked the Massey Cab and features more.

Can you sub-divide the 37 acres, say keep 5 or so acres and then take the money from the sale and build a one-story with wide halls and big bathrooms? Could probably pay cash from the 30 acre sale and 3 story house to build the smaller house.

I just got a rear blade from Iron Craft. 7ft. It is pretty nice. My 7ft heavy duty landscape rake is a tuffline. It has been great. Paid a little more to get the heavy duty one but well worth it for a landscape rake. Tines are strong.

So, I am fully set-up with the 2860M and did some real work with it today. I was tending a fire on the top of one the hills on my property. I was picking up debris from one pile and carrying it uphill to the current burn pile. The loader on this thing is strong and responsive!!! Much more...

Congrats. Enjoy the new machine!!!!

I think just having a new small tractor will be nice. I am in the camp of bigger and would also go with the CX. Tractors get smaller once you get them on the property and start using them. If you were just looking to keep up an acre or two, the CS would be nice but I really think the bigger...

I did not include the TYM T574 in my search so I cannot give you a good comparison.

So, after years of research and test driving tractors, I finally pulled the trigger on a new tractor. This was a tough decision for me and and I went through a lot of stress and shopping to get to this purchase. There is not a lot of information out there for the Massey 2860M and I want to share...

I have a 4x4 New Holland TC40. It is a 2005 model, Shibaura built. Very good tractor and can do what you want. They can be had for around 15-20K. I would shop around and look for something like/similar to this. Dont be scared to pay up to that 20K. Get the best bang for the buck and get 4x4 and...

The Cab on the 2860m is very nice. The comfort and layout of this cab won me over. They really though about the operator and ergonomics.

Ok, I pulled the trigger and bought a 2860M Massey Ferguson Deluxe CAB w/air-ride seat!!!! I road it around at the dealer in the cold and rain today. I was checking out a bigger OOS tractor they had in the rain as well. The bigger tractor was nice but every time I got back in that cab I was...

I looked really hard at downsizing my tractor years ago on a 6 acre property. Liked the idea of the smaller 25HP tractor for working around the yard. I went over to my neighbor who was a lont time farmer and asked his honest opinion. He bascially said in a nice way that would not be a wise...

Are the AC units in the Cabs good and last? Will they last 10 years and longer? Does anyone have a 10 year old Cab with ice cold AC still pumping out?

Gotcha. I looked at and test drove a MT357 and it was a nice machine and would work just fine on your 5 acres. For a little more money that MT3 series might be worth looking at. Just an opinion and understand if you wanted to stay around the 25 HP range.

Based on what you are replying with, I think you would be good to go either way and be happy. Only other thing I noticed when looking was the Deere had a park gear. Does the M4D have a park gear? I liked the fact that Deere had a park gear.

I looked really hard at a used John Deere 5065e and new Kubota M6070. Almost pulled the trigger on the M6070. I am not doing hay work but drove both. I felt like the Deere had the edge on comfort, ease of use and bulkiness. It is a tough decision but if I were buying new with cab, I would...

You stated you really have looked, have you test driven both?

I looked at some of your previous posts and believe you stated you are on 47 acres? If so, have you considered jumping up to the MT3 series tractor?

Yes. I will have two tractors now. Less implement changing. (y)

UPDATE: Thanks for all the responses. I have finally signed paperwork for a new tractor. It will probably be delivered this Friday or early next week. I am going to leave everyone guessing what I went with until I get it to the house with pictures. 😁 Keep everyone in suspense. LOL

Am I missing something? I am looking for information on the gear drive version. Did not see it in the archive. Does anyoneon here own the gear drive?

Does anyone on here own one of these? Do you like the shuttle shift on the left by the seat? I dont find many reviews on this type of tractor.

Unless you really like the house and can handle just 4 acres immediately around it, walk away.

Greetings, I have been posting a lot of threads lately in the operating section, getting everyones feedback on tractor functions. I appreciate all the feedback I have been given. I have been on a 6 year long quest for a new tractor. I am probably going to pull the trigger on one within the next...

Thanks for the response. If I get a CAB, it will not be removable. I want a solid, deluxe CAB.

Hello again, As I get closer to purchasing a new tractor, I am still struggling with getting a Cab. I have always been in an open station and feel a little enclosed when testing tractors with a Cab. I am 46 and not getting any younger (starting to feel it more). I want this next tractor...

So I have been looking at new tractors and getting closer to my decision as far as manufacturer. I currently have a 12 x 12 shuttle shift. I have tested some new tractors this month and I never thought I would say, I am leaning towards HST. They have come a long ways and are smooth and easy to...

The new Massey premium tractors are back with Iseki engines. My uncle has an older Iseki Massey and that is running good. I have a Shibarua in my TC40 and love the engine. I am wondering why Massey stopped building with Shibaura? The only reason I am asking is that the Iseki has less PTO HP...

Probably not the most apples to apples comparison but I have been looking at new tractors for a couple of years now and getting closer to pulling that trigger. I have looked at and drove most fo the current brands out there. LS was far from my list of tractors when this started. However, there...

If the machine is in the shape you say it is in and you like it, who cares if you overpay for it. If you have the funds and it is good shape buy it and dont worry about it. I bought a 2002 f250 lariat, V-10 with 31,000 miles on it 2 years ago. I paid 24K for it. That is probaly high but I...

I use the NAPA brand fluid for my excavator and dont even think twice because it has 5800 hrs. and is good and used. LOL But scared to death to use something other than OEM in the tractor. Sometimes I wonder if it is all the same thing or the OEM's actaully put special "things" in there that...

I have driven both Massey and Yanmar premium tractors. Both are excellent machines but I have to say that the Yanmar really impressed me the most. I am eventually going to buy a new tractor and Yanmar is defintely at the top of the list. I dont know know enought about the other two to give an...

Congrats. I test drove one last year just to see and it was NICE!!! You should enjoy it for a long time to come.

Just curious how many folks on here have a BOOMER 45,50,55? I have a few questions, if anyone on here has answers; 1. I know that it has been said that LS builds this tractor for New Holland but is the New Holland version more ergonomic, stronger loader, different frame, etc.? 2. Is the cab on...

Upper Teens with wind expected. Highs in the 30's. Going rabbit hunting in a little while. Nothing beter than freezing your hind parts off in a thicket jumping up rabbits!!!😁 I asked one of my ol'timers why we do it and he said "its something we have always done since childhood". I guess it just...

Do you have a trailer to pull the tractor? Tractor, loader and bushog is long and has some weight to it. How far is the 100 acres? The Ram 1500 will probably pull it but you need to think about the transportation part of it.

Yes, I have talked with my Aunt about it but still procrastinating about getting the college folks over there. My uncle said a surveyor that was down there some years back, took measurments of the tree and said it was probably over 350 years old.

I have always loved trees and everything about them. They are awesome and I thought I would share a picture of a BIG red oak at my Aunts house. What BIG trees do you know about?

Good morning. I have been clearing land around my property and want to plant some type of grass on the clearings. I dont waant to use the expensive fescue that is around my house yard. Is something like alfalfa a good choice? Just not sure what to put out. I dont have any animals yet, but might...

2023 to 2024 Hunting License.

I would start with a box blade. You can level the land and lower the scarifers to pull out roots, sticks etc. and pile up. I am clearing land as well and start with my box blade and then use my pulveriser after that for final touch up before planting grass. I also have a 7 ft. heavy duty...

I have winter rye and though about this. I might do this.

I have always put straw down over my grass seed after planting. Just planted some more of my yard and thinking about not putting straw down. Does it matter and will it make a big difference?

I am in the mall generation (80s) with Sears/JC Penny, etc. I like brick and mortar. Back then who would have ever thought Sears would go away. I used to look at the big Sears catalogue with all the toys in the back and cirlce eveything I wanted/wished for for birthdays and Christmas. I also...

I got it. I talked with a builder frined of mine. I am square within 1/16 to 1/8 inch. Everything is plumb and level from pier blocks up. Only checked one thousand times. LOL Thanks for the replies.

Also, I never said the birds mouth was not on the bottom of the rafter?

Correct. Is it ok to run the sheathing first up to the top plate and put the birds moputh over the sheating and the top plate?

Good morning all. Two questions fro all the builders on here: 1. Is it a good idea to put the sheathing on frst and run it to the top plate. Then cut the birds mouth on the rafter to go over it and the 2 by 4? Hope I said that correctly!!! LOL 2. Have you used the Zip System? Is it a good way...

Thanks for all the input. I ended up selling my 2003 2wd f150 manual and bought a 2003 f150 4wd automatic with 56,000 miles. I am just having a hard time getting over the cost of newer trucks right now. I tend to go through vehicles but going to drive this one for a couple of years and then...

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I know it is. My current New Holland is Shibuara built. Not sure when they went to LS. The price is right on it compared to the current market of cab 40 hp classs of tractor like I have now. It also has a lot of features standard that other manufacturers add on as options. Whatever I decide on...

5th gen, Hemi, and 8 speed transmission.

I have been looking at sdeveral different trucks recently. I am looking to get a newer truck. I have always had mostly Ford trucks. Today I was looking at the Tundra's on a Toyota lot when I noticed a RAM truck in their used side. It was really clean and I decided to take it for a test drive. I...

CDo any of you have this? Is it a gimmick or does it work?

You qualify!!! Treat yourself!!! 😁 I dont cut every day either but when I do, it is hot and heavy and love cutting through wood like butter.

Ohh, one last thing, whatever brand you get, I reccomend going with the pro-version. It is always more but when I am cutting wood I want the top of the line.

Yeah the 362 is going to be in the 899 range probably. I bought a ms241 10 years ago and love it. It is my go to saw for smaller stuff. I use that thing all the time. I diont know why stihl stopped making them and not sure what is equivalent to it today buit I am so glad I have one. Love that saw.

I have a 261 and it is nice saw. I still use my older ms361 pro saw for cutting bigger stuff. Have you thought about the ms362 pro-saw. Will cut great with 20 inch bar and have some more power. Not to sure about weight difference,

No pulling trailers. I have a Superduty for that.

Thinking about getting a midsized truck. I like both the Ranger and Colorado. Are there any Colarado owners out there? Any likes/dislikes?

Hello all, I am going to be using some expanded metal sheets for some of my outdoor projects. They will be partly in the ground. I want to put a protective coating on them. What type of paint/coating would you reccomend?

I have started another building project and am thinking about getting a nail gun. Last shed build I did, I used screws on the whole thing. I have an air compressor but thinking about the battery so I don't have to worry about the hose. Any recommendation from the pro builders on here what to...

"Not in a hurry to sell" = please buy it now for full asking price!!

"I hate to have have to get rid of it, it has been so good to me" = "I can't keep it running and want it gone ASAP"

"you will never find a better one of this age" = desperate to get sold.

Congrats on your tractor. You will have a lot of fun with it and get plenty of work done. The 4 series tractors are a nice size and comfortable to operate.

So, I have been looking at used tractors. Mostly 2005 and up. Prices seem to be 10,000 dollars more than the tractors were worth when bought new. Example, are folks really paying 45,000 for a 2009 John Deere 4720 wit 600 hours? Seen Kubota's with similar prices. Lots of tractors in the 40 to 90...

My corn did well this year. Picked a wheel barrow full two days ago and there is more ready to go. Rain hit it just right this year. This year I planted it only about a foot apart. Did not even weed it. Also have good crop of cucumbers coming in. My green beans did not do as well just planted...

Has anyone on here bought one of these? A friend of mine opened up a tractor shop 2 years ago and is selling LS tractors. I test drove this tractor and it seem to be really nice and has a good price on it compared to other brands and includes rear remotes. I am not worried about service if...

My brick house deters them pretty good!!!😁

I have one spot in my front yard section around 2 oak trees and some cover plants I have out in that is not looking great, yet. I have cleaned it up but am thinking about putting some mulch around it until the cover plants and bushes I planted grow up some more. Also, thinking about using pine...

Do you mulch around trees? Does it help the tree thrive? Same with bushes, do you mulch around them. I know I see lots of mulch beds around everywhere but just wondering what the benefits are besides making it look nice?

If the New Holland was Shibaura built, it should be a nice tractor. The early to mid 2000's were good years for New Holland. I have had my TC40 for 17 years and not one major issue with it. I think aany of them would be good. Go sit on them and try to drive them around. See which one feels the best.

Airlines stating one carry-on bag per person but once at the gate, they say flight is full and folks will have to check their bags. Happens every time. Every flight is FULL!!!!

If you are serious about digging, look for an old excavator or old backhoe. I just cannot see a 790 even with a backhoe attachment doing much digging. 10,000 grand is a lot of digging time on a rented mini-ex.

big bag of potato chips half full !!!!

Has anyone seen or bought new of these? I did not know STIHL was now making zero-turns. I wonder how good the suspension is? Only 11,849. LOL

Buy another tractor with no FEL for 3 point work. 😁 Can never have enough tractors!!!

You will need lots of money, heavy equipment, and someone with the know-how to get this done. Have you looked into talking with any local farmers/construction companies who have done this or are currently doing this? Is this going to be a business or hobby? 300 acres squared is around half a...

I bought a my first Gravely mower in 2008. It has sealed spindles. I was not easy on that zero-turn and cut grass with it for 12 years. Sold it to my cousin and she is still cutting with it. Sealed spindles are still going strong. My new Gravely is in the commercial series and has sealed...

I see some mud but my soil is mostly sandy loam where I am located. Snow, every once in a while. I figured if I got the side by side stuck I would just get the tractor and pull it out. If I get one it will probably be used not new. Will probably get the 4wd just to know I have it if I need it.

If you want to pull logs out, will a power reverser/gear drive be better? I am not an expert on this but my Uncle has a Massey 1643 hydro and I have a New Holland tc40, shuttle shift. I have run both a lot and feel like the geared drive has more pulling power. Just my experience.

Good morning everyone, I might start looking for side by side for my property. I want it to have a dump bed and it only needs to be enough for 2 people to sit in. Property is rolling but not steep. For those with experience is 2x4 good enough or is 4x4 absolutely necessary? I will be moving...

So watching some TV tonight and it seems like 60 to 70 percent of commercials are selling some type of pill for what ails you. Do you think this should be allowed? Some of these medicines end up causing problems for folks down the road and then you see lawyer commercials suing them. Just...

So, I don't like to complain too much about things, but there is one thing that really gets me MAD. My road has a trash station/refuse on it. People come flying down the road with trash bags and junk not strapped down and drop off full bags of trash, half sofas, tires, etc. and don't stop to...

Good Morning!!!! Getting ready to do some bass fishing on the river today with a good friend. Of course I have to take 5 tackle boxes and 5 rod and reels to make sure I have enough lures, if needed. :LOL:

I don't know your financial situation or how much you may have put down when purchasing this but more than likely you are going to lose money on this deal. If you really want to get out of that loan you might have to pay more into. I agree that the dealer would probably put it on consignment...

I would also be in the camp of buying a nice commercial Z-Turn. Use that for the dedicated mowing and keep your tractor.

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IMO, if you are going to make this your forever home, build a small rectangle brick house. Put a little wood stove in there for back-up heat and enjoy life.

I read a lot through the buying/pricing/comparison forums and see that almost everyone recommends new over used. I also see where most folks on here end up buying new. I know it is not everyone but it seems more common. I agree that used tractors are very expensive. 1. Is it because it is...