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Same here - we have keys or codes to the neighbor's houses and they ours. We don't lock our outbuildings or equipment - just don't leave the keys in the cars anymore. Still trying to figure out how those keys work FuddyDuddy on the other side of the lock?

Good idea - I have lost most of the keys to garage and barn access doors - this would keep them in one place. I do have a question - why are the keys on the inside of the building? From the picture, it appears the locking nub you turn is on this side of the door, and the key slot is on the...

We have LED auto headlights in the 2018 Tundra that also has a leveling knob for changing the height for a load etc. When I run with "auto high beams" (back roads) the sensors are pretty fast to dim - less than a second, and sensitivity - lights on a driveway will dim them too. The only...

Probably was a lot of mowing use around trees with low branches, so they took it off. Likely a fixed ROPS which would catch a lot of tree limbs. I keep my ROPS on the Ferris ZT folded for that reason, and we are on level ground.

JWR - one would certainly think he knows this setup - with 24 years of experience with this tractor - and he is an early TBN member March 2001, but hasn't been too active in the last few years. I agree it's bent out of shape - maybe hitting a tree, who knows.

Richard - its the RZT 50 with the Kohler KH720 Vertical Twin Engine per the previous post. Per the tag the engine was built in 2012. It sputtered and died which to me points to fuel..

Yes this is a good deal as mentioned if they have books/records of maintenance and the Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) is required and Kubota does still sell them - but if the owner doesn't have it take a few $100 off the price. The price is right, and if you were to trade "as is" you won't...

Yes I agree with this assessment - you can see the wear pattern inside the left bracket. Also, just measure the connecting point on the tractor—that will tell you the L>R dimensions you need to hook up.

Condition and maintenance is more important than hours, but the hours are on the high side. Trade or purchase price depends on condition and records. (and pictures) Are you buying or selling? Also, why are you asking if turf tires and 4WD can push snow? (yes it can and will) Post some...

I have my SR450 on a platform behind the seat on my Cub Cadet 1811 and spray 5-6 acres for mosquitoes. The fully loaded sprayer is 60Lbs - more than I want to carry over this area every two weeks, When I was 50-55 no problem, but at almost 70 it gets heavy fast. For treating 20 or so...

Looks really good - just takes some running time to get to smooth at operation, but you will get there soon.

To get the tops or tips of the trees or high shrubs, you need to create a shower effect with the fogger "pulsing" of the engine or stand further back and let it fall - it's not easy in windy conditions - best to do early AM and no wind. If you have an orchard - do it from a truck or wagon bed...

The point of the pump and the 30* angle is that once you get the tip of the nozzle higher than the tank and fluid it can't push the fluid to the nozzle (not enough pressure build up). That's why with the smaller nozzle create back pressure, thus pushing more air into the tank. Sorta have to...

We have two Stihl - an SR400 older unit and a newer SR450 and use them for fogging oils to prevent and manage insects and wiltpruf in the fall, then mosquito fogging in the summer. Both units can fog up to 15-18' from the ground but I prefer the older SR400 as it has a smaller nozzle - higher...

McManus you have disappeared for a month now - hope all is well and your tractor is fixed?

The choices for a garden tractor like JD 318, Cub Cadet 1800 series built up to 2000 timeframe are decent machines. Then the newer JD 500-700 series today are nice but $$. Then finding all the attachments you want is a challenge as (blowers, tillers etc) are model specific. IMO you would be...

There are good options for these mini's stateside now - Robert Lee Ray in GA sells the Rippa machines with warranty support, and they are well made units but are $2-3K more than ebay for a 2 ton unit. Then on Ebay you can find similar machines in 3500 lbs from Typhoon (Terror XX or XIX and...

The total hours, and the exact model of machine and engine label would help here, and on the carb solenoid, the click is noticeable on the first click of the switch. If you don't hear a click, check and see if you have the carb solenoid, if you do, then it points to electrical.

Is this your machine and engine? Check the fuses first, then check the safety switches - seat, brake, PTO etc. Sputtering is usually fuel-related, check your carb if if has a solenoid - it should activate or click when you turn on the key. Model Cub Cadet RZT 50 Engine model Briggs & Stratton...

MeganinCT, your tractor looks great all cleaned up—now you should keep it! To the others who say cleaning is hiding something, I don't disagree, but she has the before-and-after pics to show a buyer as needed. I also stay away from freshly painted machines, but clean used machines usually...

Rock wool is excellent for walls and does a better job of insulating than fiberglas in and around electrical boxes and filling in the gaps. I would imagine they will also require ceilings or roof of R40 too - so depending on your stucture thats batts or blown in etc. You could do radiant heat...

Frank - they work down to -5 F easily - below that fossil fuels are more efficient - is Dearborn Michigan your location ? - it would help get better responses for your local climate.

Yes - I was referring to AC using Mini Splits - in fact, you could use the Mini Splits in the summer and bridge seasons when its 40-50 degrees for heat, then the radiant for the deeper cold winter months.

These $3-4K machines are the basic 1500Lb unit, Gas Engine, mechanical controls, mech thumb, etc. but the diesel 3200-3500 Lb machines sell for $8K at auction plus fees or $9K plus - and similar diesel machines are $9500 delivered on ebay etc,

Here's a post for a barndominium Barndominium/Shop or "real" House? in Upstate NY using the Heat Sheet system. Appears to be installed on top of the gravel/grade with a moisture barrier underneath, then the heat sheet, then the tubing in the heat sheet. Then the wire mesh and standoffs on top of...

Thank you - you are building an amazing space or place with the shop, house, barn, all under one roof! Also I know you mentioned solar, is that still in the plan for the roof? Best to get all this in place now as part of the plan - at least the wiring conduit and lines for Mini Splits for AC...

ETD66SS indeed this is big! I forgot the dimensions is this 40 W x 100 L total and the "house" area is 30x40? Can you repost the plan again?

No - its $40 for the set - cheap and they work well.

I got mine on Amazon but there are a number of sellers out there E-K2561-38300FR Stabilizer Kit for B & BX Kubota BX1500D, BX1800D, BX2200D, A+ | eBay E-K2561-38300FR Stabilizer Kit, Telescoping 3 Point Stabilizer Kit - I had to grind down the end that attaches to the lift arm - just rounded...

Your building came out great - you will have a nice home too! Getting trades people is tough these days but usually the good ones tend to work together so if you can get an electrician he/she can bring in their plumber or vice versa. Patience is key, as they may be booked for several months...

Yes your arms are backwards - switch left and right lower arms. Also I finally bought a set of pin style connecting links for the lower arms - holds them out for attaching 3PT implements then you can adjust in once mounted - shoulda done that years ago. Did the dealer change the fluid at 300...

Those branches appear to be vertical to the main tree stem or off chutes which are more prone to breaking off as they are suckers on the main stem and are destined die off eventually.

^^^ See post 572 .52 RMB or 7 cents

Yes - pine cones are a mess - usually a prolific year every so often they produce and shed more cones- I would to do 4-5 bucket loads ( 2-3 yards) in a bad year from just 7 trees we had left until we finally took them down - 80-100' tall. Pics below were after a micro burst went thru in 2006...

I'm with Rumwrks - this is the natural growth and evolution of white pines. The lower limbs arent getting the sun and they die and fall off, We had many wihite pines over 80' and I trimmed the dead wood up to 40-50' but they keep shedding branches every winter. Finally we cut them down and...

Congratulations on the new machine - looks much better than I expected - many have a lot more diings and dents that your machine - overall in nice shape! Will you get the proper pin - that one looks a bit beat up! Then bushing on the thumb - could you fit a brass bushing, then shim out the...

Along with what Racer4 said, run a few extra 1" conduit runs to junction boxes in the attic, basement or other areas so you can pull in more circuits later. Installing a backup generator eventually, get the transfer switch, pad, wiring and gas lines in now. The latest breakers can be smart...

Looking at your tractor again, you have years of experience built up (dust and dirt) so suggest pressure washing first to remove the loose top layer, then spray the super clean or simple green full strength while its wet. Then let it sit for a bit, pressure wash again - you might need a brush...

Get some Castrol Super Clean dilute it by half with water, and spray on - only let it sit for 15 minutes then wash/pressure wash it off. Does an amazing job getting things cleaned up. Robot or human?

Two k46 tankers out of Portsmouth nh tonight

Along similar lines, we put in a Simplisafe system two years ago for the house and a garage wifi camera plugged in to power. Then added two more remote cameras for the barn and around the house on the battery that comes with them. The barn camera is 250' from the house, and have 3 Orbi Mesh...

Yes this is the way most are set up. They are termed "pioneer" for the pin based fittings and Skid Steer for the flat faced fittings. The reason for a male and female is to enable the same plug in and "3rd button function" and second and most important IMO is to plug the two ends together once...

John - changing control to BH is simple - Just swap the boom and dipper stick lines (the boom is the one in front of you, the dipper stick is the one on the top - I posted a photo - since my boom and dipper stick are are on the top of the boom, it was a 10 min swap. They number the lines at...

It's business, and anytime it's a decision by committee, the contract is at risk, unless you 1) have an inside track, 2) have a unique solution or offering or 3) your bid is the lowest cost/risk solution. Then this case "mowing HOA fields" is a limited risk in the view of the buyer, it becomes...

That was a good buy for someone and the 2920 too.

That's certainly disappointing news. In these circumstances, would it have made any difference to bid late if they were obligated to select the low bid anyway? Would you have known what the other bids were if you had waited? If not, don't beat yourself up. Are there opportunities to bid on new...

Axing - Guandong Province and Dongguan in south China, and Shanghai, Suzhou in the north. Here are some other shots of large loads on bicycles. 8 Trips usually 3 weeks each over 2 years. Was a very interesting experience traveling there, and absorbing the customs and variety of food in that country.

Hay Dude - that's a cool baler there - you downsizing? :-) Axing - I spent time in China 2004-06 and saw lots of those two wheel machines on the streets with a rear tundle/dolly and seat would move right along, then on work sites hauling, everything imagineable.

Same here - $15 for a fridge, 10$ for a washer/dryer, interesting tho rider mowers no charge. Suggest the OP check your local dump or waste station.

We are fortunate to have great neighbors - more like family that we all help each other. We all have tools but share between each other if something is needed. Lumber, tools, hardware, etc, for a fix when we dont want to run to HD etc, i'm the fix it guy - engines, wleding etc, another guy has...

Yes - our pumo started running last weekend with the snow melt - its a Liberty 257 cast pump...

Very nice 5' BH - does the rope :-) come with the deal? Are they the Branson dealer too for any warranty issues? They might have a cutting edge in stock too - never hurts to ask,

Wouldn't hurt to ask the dealer what it would cost to add one now and a few bucket hooks. Cutting edges are $200-350 - just depends on the bolt pattern. That bucket appears to be similar to this one from Ignite Attachments and they have a cutting edge for $175 a good deal. 60-Inch Compact...

Thats a very good deal in my opinion. It looks like the bucket has a bit of a smile, of is it the picture? Did you ask about straightening that or you might want to have them add a 3/4" bucket lip - bolt on - that would help.

Congratulations on your new tractor - you got a nice machine and a very good deal - including the 5 ' Bush Hog was a sweet deal for sure. You have been looking for a while, so good things finally happened - happy for you. Now how about some more pics of your new machine? And you can finally...

Yes Hayden - small guy, big ego, big truck :-)

Trap them - they are always on the lookout for food - apples etc, they aren't picky. Then relocate them 5+ miles away across a highway or river etc.

Then factor in $6500 for the JD, plus $1000 for the 3rd function, plus unknowns leaks etc, Then the adaptability of the QA on the Branson you can add a grapple or forks easily. Spend the $3K more for the Branson and get a nearly new machine vs buying the JD and spending $$ to get want you want...

Appears the Branson is a dealer machine, so that's a plus (so the major service at 300 hrs is done) and you have a warranty, and since its a dealer ask for another year.. negotiate. The 755 at $6500 is a good deal, but with a hydraulic leak would want to know location, if unknown, then that's...

That kit is a manual valve for the grapple - for $600 and it disables the tilt to the grapple in doing so. When you can get a true third function for $900, so for 1/3 more you are better off with the 3rd function so you can use both at the same time.

You might want to check out this auction in Sebring FL they have a few Kubota and JD tractors with low hours KUBOTA L4701 TRACTOR R/K | Farm Equipment & Machinery Tractors 4WD Tractors | Online Auctions | Proxibid

Agreed get one of these The Thumb - Add-on Grapple Attachments and add a 3rd Function. Of the two I say the JD is the better deal at 7K

You can get one of these bucket thumbs,The Thumb - Add-on Grapple Attachments for the $ not too bad. Then add a WR Long 3rd Function is $900 or so, all in for $1500. Otherwise you will need to get a QA attachment, a QA set up for your loader, and a grapple and a 3rd function - probably $3K or so.

Does the JD have their Quick Attach setup or pin on bucket? They both look decent, and you will need the QA for the 7500 and a new bucket as that one looks pretty rough. Would be interested in finding out why they needed to replace the cylinders on the Kubota vs rebuilding? Also do you need...

John - can't help on the instrument reset but the Hyd tank should have a plug on the bottom - if you remove the side cover then swing the machine so the tank is between the rear tracks you should see the drain. To change it to BH or JD controls, you need to swap the boom and dipper stick...

Yes you need to spend $10K for a 3600 Lb Chinese Diesel Mini with 3000Lb digging force. I have one and a Kubota TLB - they compliment one another as the mini is good at digging, bad at moving very fast. IMO, if you are doing serious digging regularly, get at least 3 Ton mini ex with 2 Spd...

^^^ Similar to this were gathering bids to replace our FHW oil boiler in 2009 and one contractor left his new GMC Denali 2500 Diesel running for an hour in our driveway at 32*F while we were reviewing the scope of work for a fuel-efficient boiler (he was selling the "System 2000). Needless to...

Don't have a diesel truck, but the HST tractor used for snow gets warmed up for 5-7 minutes inside the barn with the door open, then driven outside and not worked hard for the next 5 minutes. The diesel mini ex and gas zero turn, the same way, warm up for 5 min then drive outside - but these...

^^^ This - we had shading from trees, and the solar edge optimizers per panel allow each panel to output separately. Out setup is 3 strings 8 panels each, and without the optimizers all the panels in a sting are derated to the shaded one. The optimizers nor the inverter makes zero noise.

Just looked at FB Market around VA and there are a number of nice 4-5T machines - like a Bobcat E32 for $30K and a few Cat 303.5 in the same price range with 2K hours or less. Then a few bigger machines e50 JD and a few others in the 40-50K range, then a decent New Holland 37C with 1000 hrs...

Auction in Dighton Ma - North Country Auctions this week - an AGT18 (1.8Ton) - Kubota 902 Diesel, Pilot Control, Mech Thumb went for $7800 then a 12% buyer premium, so $9K. The Ebay 1.8T similar machines are selling for $9500 delivered with a hyd Thumb. FB adds here are selling the similar...

Fixastuff - how about some pictures of your Mini Ex / Skid Steer bucket setup? I put a receiver hitch on the back of mine and have a HF hitch carry all i was going to use to hold the buckets but the SS bucket sounds very interesting.

It all depends on your rate per KWH - today 1000 KWH in NH is $260/Month, last year it was $350 per 1000 KWH as it varies based on fuel costs. I would think a full electric home in AR is at least 2000 KWH ./ Month - here that's $500/month bill. Solar ROI is regional - highly populated...

Don't know why Thomas said that. But listening to the video, seems "noisy" IMO - but that could be just the video and location. It's worth a good look and test drive, lift the front axle, and let it sit, does it stay lifted up? Then no leaks, or odd engine sounds at all RPMs, then drive line...

L2800 are good machines and have been around for years- this one looks decent - fading wheel paint but thats expected. The rental machines are usually serviced well, with the only downside is a lot of different users over the years.

I have both - my B21 TLB and bought the "2 Ton" Terror (Hightop Brand) off ebay last summer - Kubota 722 3Cyl diesel. They arent really 2 Ton - mine is 3450 without the operator, or about 1.8 tons with the operator. It's very well built for the $ 9500 now on ebay - Kamran Motors sells the same...

Definitely review fine print on lease deals. We installed 7.2KW with solar edge optimizer and inverter in Dec 2014 and by Dec 2024 had generated 78,000 KWH or averaged 7800KWH per year. Electricity was $.18c per KW in 2014 then by 2024 was at $.33, now back to .26. ROI was just under 8 years...

So it was the valve seat - IMO if you can clean up scarring on the top of the piston and get the head and valves in order /machined and in good shape, put in a new head gasket and give it a go before you split the tractor?

First - what are the symptoms, and when did you last start or run the tractor? First is to start with the battery and power aspects. With the key on do you have dash lights or any indication of power? If you have power, take a meter and check the voltage - should be 12.6V or so. Does the...

Thanks for the clarification now it makes sense - as previously written, this is on Mahindra then. It's been a few days - what has happened at the dealer?

Must be a missing pallet or rounded off drain plug lurking somewhere!

Could not agree more!

Duh - I didn't read the headline enough to realize it's a 2022 machine, bought used or from dealer? The Mahindra manual says nothing about checking the front dif oil, just change it at 50 hours. If bought used and not from the dealer, it's a messy situation. They have a 7 yr transferable...

It's the dealers responsibility to ensure all fluids are full, and everything greased as part of their pre delivery prep so it's on them or Mahindra directly if they are shipped with oil - I presume they are. While many will check all fluids and such getting a new machine, it's not on the...

If you do start an inquiry and quote make sure you get the things you want/need and some spare parts. One other question - why not a Tractor-Loader-Backhoe - would seem to be a better deal and you get a bucket and more versatility? They can build decent machines if you spec in what you want...

Use the 13MM on the cables too - it's only .050" oversize :-) not a big deal with 6 PT wrenches

Depends on the damage to the tire if it is the tire that is leaking, I would have thought you would have seen this leaking a while ago? If its a screw or some minor puncture, plugs work well, it's worth a try, I've used plugs in my R4 front tires and they hold well. I like the ones with glue...

This is what I would try first - and probably need to hone the cylinder if its scored too,

Do you have a bottle or a floor jack and know someone could lift that side, block it up, then rotate the tire to take the pressure off until you return? Is the BH on or a rear blade?

It's this one...

These appear to be FL tractors given the landscape and trees etc. The Kubota wheels are faded yes, but that could be because the main tractor was covered except for the wheels, 3PTH area. Getting a look and driving it would be key to the decision.

Nice setup with the blower on the RTV and the great driveway shots with the clean banks. Did you get a new blower for the RTV or modify the 3PT from the 2620?

The DT in Kubota stands for Dual Traction - means 4WD and the L3400DT has Hi/Lo so 8 speeds forward and two reverse. Regarding the clutch, at 258 hours it should be fine for a lot more hours. Test out the Kubota and see if you can stall the tractor (2nd or 3rd) while braking. I haven't driven...

Kubota is in great shape and seems fairly priced. If you are doing lots of loader work the shifting vs HST is the only downside. But it you are doing mowing, and general use it would be fine. On the DK45 you are getting more HP and more tractor, but at 1300 hours, and looks like it's lived...

Just buy three or four filters from Kymron see if they offer discount on 4 but $40 is not too bad for a hyd filter - then Tractor Supply AW46 Hyd oil is $50 for 5 Gal. which is a decent oil.

Yes - if you're in retirement or near term 2 years or less these corrections plus withdrawals, like RMD or otherwise can really hurt the overall portfolio.

Fidelity 500 Index FXAIX Fidelity Advisor Technology Fund FATIX Vanguard Growth Index Admiral VIGAX These three "growth" funds have performed well for me over the last few years - and today's downturn only impacted the share price by a few $ at the market close today. The bigger concern is...

That appears to be 12" tall by 6" around and if its in the return line as you stated, there is no need for another filter in the return line. Does the filter have a P/N or indication of the specs micron rating etc? You must be getting some cold weather work time to put 50 hours on in a few weeks!

Trying to follow you but you are going backwards in the flow! The pipe in picture 2 above is the top radiator is the return to the oil tank "after cooling". This line (or preferably the input line to the "cooler" is where you want to install the 10U filter. The Hyd oil input line to the...

Yes - the OP indicated an area roughly 40x200 or 8000 SF of stumps to clear so 50 or 60 stumps/trees to remove and didn't need to do it in a day or two, but as he got around to it. In these instances, a 10 or 12K machine can get it done, over a few weeks, vs a 20K machine can knock it out in a...

Yes that Lenz would work - you want 10 or 15 GPM flow rate at least, and the filter should go in the return line to the tank - most of these minis have a hyd cooler as part of, or possibly separate from the radiator. Most take the line going into the radiator and move to the filter inlet, then...

Same as others - have used a 2 Gal red plastic gas can marked with a sharpie at the 1 Gal line for 15 years (took it to the station and filled1 Gal). Pour in the oil and add gas - use about 2-3 gal a year.

What Is the Difference Between Kubota UDT and Super UDT? Here's a good article on UDT vs SUDT2 - you can mix the oil with no issue.

No your L48 probably came with UDT and there will be some UDT remaining in the system when you switched to SUDT. My B21 came with UDT, changed at 50 hours with UDT then I switched to SUDT at 300 and 600 hours. The SUDT is a bit thinner less viscous when cold.

I know you asked about filters - didn't see any in the pics, but there should be at least two and hopefully three. 1- is inside the hyd oil tank, 2, should be one on the pilot controls (small 2"x7") and 3 on the return hyd oil back into the cooler then to the tank. The in tank one is a coarse...

Nice clean routing of hoses and access to turnstile/slew motor, Also the "house" underneath the machine is totally enclosed with grease on the mating surfaces, The house is rotating on the base frame making it more durable along with the slew motor long term. These are the things that make the...

The 305. is a good size for your scope and use - yes the 20" plus stumps will take a bit longer, but a ripper tooth is good for ripping the roots and not making a huge mess or larger hole than necessary, I concur with 7Gables - the 305 listed w/1100 hrs minimum is $35K on the low end and $50K...

For oil and hydraulic only use Kubota OEM - they are a few $ more but for 300 hr hydraulic change and 50-80 hour oil change the cost difference is minuscule. Use SUDT and Rotella 15-40 Oil, For air filters I got an amazon filter - it had no flex rubber sealing ring on the end, while it worked...

I use a 6' rear blade set at the most angled position (not reversed) and put in an offset via the sway bars so the right side of the blade extends a foot beyond the wheel and the left side covers the left wheel track. Have a front blade now this year, but i still use the rear angled blade...

Nice deal - you got a nice machine and most all the attachments you could need. Does the BH have a thumb - if not that would be a handy addition.

Clearing fields with no stumps or rocks is OK and a 6' blower would be fine on your 2040 (64" wide) but the cost $2-3K for a used one is high and are you talking 1000's of feet or a mile or more of paths? If a 1000-2000' or so a walk behind blower would work. Either way, blowers would not be...

Welcome to TBN and you have a nice setup with all the attachments and additions. Also very nice Holden GTO from down under - is that the 350 CI LS2 engine? Its a quick car as I recall.

LittleBill - thats why doing a blend % in a target date fund as a "safe harbor", then a % into a mix of S&P 500, Tech Stock funds, or higher growth funds is a simple move that enables one to diversify. This is to each his own to decide the actual ratio 80/20 50/50 based on their risk profile...

Sixdogs - thats the situation here this AM 15 degrees and the remaining slush piles are frozen solid. Then lows in the teens and 5* overnight until Thursday when we are supposed to get another 3-4". Glad I plowed the wet snow yesterday when I could.

Currently two years to retirement so roughly 60% moderate or "safe harbor" which earned 7% last year then 40% more aggressive position "tech funds" - Semiconductor then S&P 500, which earned 15%. We don't plan to take any $ from our investments until the RMD starts at 73. The 60% is what we...

Faced with the same situation here this AM - 6" wet snow, now 36* and raining 1/2" expected this afternoon so I went ahead and cleared down to pavement. Now it's mostly clear with some patches of slush. Sun will be out tomorrow 25* high temp but the sun will clear up the rest it's the shaded...

You can add a third function pretty easily - $600-1000 - WR Long makes a good kit, I installed one on my B21 last summer, and a QA conversion which opens up more options like forks and grapples etc. Or if you just add the grapple to and straighten out the existing bucket and the 3rd function...

You can see listings here - Pardon Our Interruption But really depends on the overall condition "good is" more than anything - post some pictures please. Rough order of magnitude tractor and loader $9-11 K and attachments Snowblower maybe $1500 and the rake and box blade 5-750 range again...

For the money not a bad deal for 34HP tractor. It has seen some rough treatment - no headlights, front grill upside down, but if everything works and no odd noises or mechanical issues or hydraulic, leaks etc. its worth it. If you clean it up and put a new bucket or add a QA setup bucket it...

Cal - First I have heard of the Prince 435 - or SAME Solaris 35 after I googled it. Looks like a nice szed machine with 35 HP and 4WD - would be a great snow machine. Yes- its been 5 small nuisance storms -3-8" every few days here in NH too for the last two weeks - but if you dont get it...

Here's a cheap set of front chains I have used for 7 years only in winter and on snow. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N1A38R8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Probably will get another three-four years out of them and for the price and ease of installation it works for me.

Agree with all the posts so far - just want add, start with front chains (less $, easy to install) and a rear blade at least 6' or 7' wide so on an angle it covers the rear tread. I have used this setup for many years in deep snow with R4 Tires on my B21 - about 3500Lbs with scraper blade...

For under 10K delivered you can get a decent mini excavator with a Kubota 902 engine - weighs about 3500Lbs and are decent machines for non commercial use. Security Measure You can get 1 ton units with gas engines for $4K delivered.

Diggin It - haven't seen you around in a bit - trust all is OK there.

If its bakelite you cant plastic weld as it doesn't melt it but JB Weld would work and for that $$$ it is worth a try. Could also buy a 3DPrinter for $500 to 1000 and make the part and more parts for other things too!

So the second picture it appears welding has been done around the base of the block that holds the solenoid. Is the leak at the welded block or the valve and associated connectors? The allen heads on the face of the valve block indicate it should be removable, but the welding may have been an...

No glue - PT Framing (2" foam board between joists), with 3/4 PT Plywood on top of deck, then asphalt paper underlayment, then red rosin paper and the pine on top of that. Floor boards had been in the top of my barn 10 years, dry and no shrinkage. The 6x8 oak beams were 9-10% moisture so...

Flatness wasn't an issue as it was a new build, but these were S4S - smooth 4 sides so just butt joints, and the warpage was a challenge. Screwed a block of wood to the subfloor, then drove a wedge in to get them as tight as possible. If you don't get the warp out, it compounds over the next...

thats Hawkins hollow in the first picture 2nd and 3rd board! Really n=cool what the wood exposes when cut - we had a lot of logs milled - pine and oak and the red knot pine 14" wide on the floor and ceiling is pretty neat. This is the summer house we built 2 years ago with the wood from the...

Here's the service manual and it states 2.1 liters. Interestingly, my 14 YO Kawasaki FH721V states the same thing in liters. I have always added 2 quarts and checked levels and added more if needed.

5030 you are correct, the Kawasaki manual and believe written on the dipstick too, says to rest the cap on the fill port not screwed in to check the level. That could be the problem, but I think the machine is just sitting over the winter (not running) and still leaking.

Rest in Peace Bird, fly with the angels, always a gentleman and his wisdom will be missed.

Well 12 years - you have a lot of reading to do to catch up :-)

Runner, I presume you are not running the unit now and still getting oil leaking out? I have had no leaks on my FH751 25HP - but some models as 5030 point out will leak under certain conditions. I think a visit to the dealer to see what they say and or reach out to your regional Kawasaki rep...

For tractor, skid steer, or excavator its the hydraulic flow. more than PSI to run an implement and second is the PSI range. Most tractors operate 2500-2800 PSI - Skid steers 3500, and excavators 3500-4500 - the higher pressure will lift/dig more, the higher flow will run implements like snow...

If you can find an older used trac vac cart deal and put your vac on that - they have angled sides front to back making it easy to dump - also if you make the screen top larger allows for more air flow. It takes me 3 minutes to back up, open the rear door, dump, pull away and tilt back, latch...

Kromc5 - nice presents and thank letter too! What ever happened to the $10,000 the dealer / Yanmar wanted for insurance?

The mechanical / cable driven hour meters are usually calibrated to PTO RPM = 1 hour - some others use 2000 RPM. My Kubota has the mechanical hour meter and will take like 10 minutes to click over a 1/10 (6 min) of an hour running at 1500 RPM. A link to a thread about this Hour meter operation??

Agreement with everything posted thus far - another option is a Mini ex either a new Chinese mini which for $4K you can get a 1 ton gas model and for $9K a 2 ton Diesel model. Pros - are inexpensive, can do a decent amount of work, good for small projects, trenching, occasional homeowner use...

760 hours in 24 years some years 50+ when there are bigger projects other years 25-30 hours when there are none but invaluable when needed to lift/move/haul/dig dirt, split wood and move brush etc. Usually run at 1500 to 1700 RPM and the hour meter is mechanical which registers fewer hours at...

Got the "standard Bernzomatic" trigger button on the stick - which works pretty well - but sensitive to flow (too much)...

Check your fuel and air filter - mine started stuttering twice - once the fuel filter was nearly collapsed, - replaced it and it was fine. The second time doing a lot of dirt work in dry and dusty conditions - became harder to start - air filter was very dirty - replaced and it's been fine...

Congratulations on your new machine - looks great!

TN tax is 7% and I have no idea about internet sales and collection there But - regardless, its now CNY, (Chinese Lunar New Year) until Feb 10th and they likely have met sales goals and will want to start filling containers again later in February, I would not expect any "deals" under $10K...

Another example $729. for the hyd cylinder for the Kubota snow plow Kubota #77700-08404 CYLINDER,2"X6 1/ Instead of a common 2.5" cylinder with 14" closed with a 6" stroke and say 3/4 or 1" pins - Kubota specs are 13" closed, 19.5 open 6.5" stroke and 3/4" on one end and 7/8" on the other...

If you provided your state / location this would be helpful to elicit a better response for this situation.

Appears they Typhon and others have raised the landed prices looking on ebay today - tho Kamran still has theirs listed at $9750. Can't answer the tax question as we are in Tax Free NH, but IMO it should apply to the machine less the shipping, brokerage, and duty or $6K range, otherwise I...

Yes - I considered the tracked HD Dingo rental machine too - it came with 8 and 12" augers - $700 a week, The Bobcat MT100 tracked stand on was $1100 for the week and I swapped out augers 8" to 18" for no additional cost. If you only have 14-20 holes to dig that's easily done in 4 hours day...

Yes I know about those invisible rocks under the snow! I don't see any trip springs on that plow, but I see you have added gussets to the back side? This is my first season with my front plow, and I am glad it has the trip springs - ran into a pavement curb and plow just rolled over on the...

- Not that great of a deal - when you can get a better machine, bigger engine, Thumb, better fit and finish - its the little things like sound insulation in the XIX, larger tracks, bigger engine, heavier, for $2K less. The NT18 - No Thumb or thumb bracket on stick - 3000 Lbs (best case...

Civilian - theres a deal on FB Marketplace Jim Tillson in CT is selling three new SIMs cab for $2500 ea Log into Facebook Then a golf cart cover on my B21 - works well.

If you can find a good used Takeuchi 235, or Kubota U35, or a Bobcat E26 with say 2000 hours for $25-30K is one option then look at the Shantui STE 35 (as posted above) with a Yanmar diesel, real 2 speed tracks and weighs in at 6100 Lbs and is a more commercial level machine with dual piston...

Newbury - check out this thread Chinese digger recommendations Then IMO spend $10K more and get a real 3 Ton machine this is a very good one for $22K made by Shantui (they make big machines and also build this one for Kobelco). 2.8 Ton, Mini Excavator w/ Diesel Engine | CFG-STE35SR

Nice new older plow - I used mine this week - worked great - Hyd angle works well. Not sure what you mean by $1500 in metal and 1K in mods tho? Was that for the third function or?

Not sure where you are in Coos Cty but Caron Equipment has PHD on the Toro Dingo or on a skid steer - I'd opt for the skid steer setup for rough ground. Pricing | Caron Rental Center I did 60 plus holes 32-36" deep for fencing 2 years ago with a compact Bobcat MT100 stand on tracked unit 8"...

Well it's been a whole day and no pictures yet! Yes its cold and when its cold the hydraulics are not very smooth - it takes a bit to warm them up then they smooth out.

Tex yes Kymron machines have many nice upgraded features, but the two speed on the YH and the XH20 series machines (per the statement in their video) is when you lift up the Pilot controls lever this gives the machine another speed. its a 3:30 in this video, This is the same "two speed" on...

Agreed sandman - replacing the hose leaves just one element to deal with - and maybe the unit would run/work to get it into a shop etc.

I would have preferred the Ferris with the Yanmar diesel but in 2010 it was $12K vs 7K for the Kawasaki machine. Given that most homeowners put less 50 hours a year on a machine is a life span of 20 years on the Kawasaki (1000 hours). I have 430 hr in 14 years cutting 2 ac each week - so far no...

Congratulations - looks like a very nice machine and well outfitted! I like the fit and finish on that machine, larger tracks and the Yanmar too! Good choice. The YH20D model (with smaller Kubota engine, and shorter tracks) appears to be a Hightop same as my machine - but a few a nicer...

Tex - I haven't dug holes yet - just got it in the fall. I did install it and do a quick test with the 8" - we have a lot of rock here and seems to wander more left/right when encountering rocks/roots due to the Stick/Boom/House play (more joints to flex). I ran a Bobcat MT100 two years ago...

DF on the B21 its very close - 3.65" width vs 3.6" on the mini, but the pins are 6" on center vs 4" on center on the mini. I only have the 16" BH bucket and the ripper tooth for the B21. Then I installed the Hyd thumb last spring on the B21 making it more work to change. But I plan to use the...

A mobile mechanic with a truck and gear would be $120-150 hour here and probably two visits - one to dismantle, to get parts and the second to install them. Guessing at least 2 days $2K range for labor, then Hoses are $$$ 2-300 each depending on the fittings. Then the valve body may be just...

I bought my 8" (200MM) auger and head on ebay for $320 delivered last August. - They are heavy and awkward to manage when an auger is attached - Auger doesn't like "small QD" on the BH stick valve- I plumbed in 15MM QD and it barely turned - had to direct connect - I will just attach with...

Hi Tex, I would venture to say that your Terror XIX has the 90MM stick or 3.54" and uses the standard QD for the bucket for these sizes - the Typhon web site sells the same auger $770 whether for the XVIII or the XIX with the 25MM pins. If seems some of the 1/5-1.8T mini's have a 30MM pin and...

Know you are looking for a Kubota but here is a 72" Ferris gas 3000 series in NY for $11,500 - full suspension - 160 hrs - they are great riding machines. Log into Facebook

Diesel is my preference, but its not all about the power plant - it's what's included in the diesel mini's. The small 1 ton gas don't get hyd cooling, have a single pump Then noise, heat, and gas use is higher. The diesel has a bigger frame, heavier, longer tracks, run cooler etc,. Yes there...

DF as usual you are correct! The 722 in my Typhoon maxes out at 2400 RPM but I generally run it at 1900 to 2000 as that seems to be the sweet spot for smooth operation and digging. http://www.steam-brite.com/equipment/Kubota-D722-PC[1].gif

Yes - the XIX has the 902 and it is 16 HP vs 14HP of the 722. IMO, the XIX is the better machine in fit and finish and I suspect most of the weight is in the large counter weight on the XVIII. His prices are higher but they have parts, and one of the better web sites for these mini's...

Send some pics when you get it installed - those Cat buckets are very good but $$$. Ya - its cold here in NH too and next week - projected 2 degrees next Tuesday Ouch! I have a 35K BTU propane heater in my barn that takes the chill off - will raise the temp 10* in an hour - enough to be...

Wow - Kioti voids the FEL warranty if you install a tooth bar on your bucket? That's insane and never heard of that before. On FEL buckets, get the bolt-on bucket edge for the HD bucket as it provides 3/4" of steel reinforcement to the front edge and you won't bend it digging rocks and roots...

Hello MaineBarn - Strongly suggest you add the hydraulic thumb to your BH. Get it done now - you will thank us forever once you have it vs the mechanical. It's not that Mech Thumbs don't work, its when you are digging and moving rocks - you want the thumb, then you don't to dig, then repeat...

Lines 3 and 4 in your diagram are the only lines that should have pressure to the valve bank. Think of the valve bank with all the control levers like your hot and cold water at your sink. when you open the faucet the water runs - BUT if the water still runs when you shut the faucet off - you...

Yoncey - thanks - those are good pics and confirms the dimensions. Then the least expensive option to use the 1-2 ton attachments is to get the normal quick hitch and make it 4" wide from 3.6" it is now. Here's a link that has parts and attachments for the 1-3 ton machines, and also a number...

Hi Guys - found this link to Bison Equipment in PA that buys and resell the Hightop and Vote machines as well a Seisan "commercial excavator" Home - Bison Equipment, Inc. There are also many videos on these machines on the web site and a "weigh-in" of the Vote, Rippa, and Hightop "2 ton"...

With a 4" dipper stick width, you are locked into bigger more $$$ attachments. But you could get a standard 90MM quick hitch for $150, cut the sides off, weld up a 4" wide version which will take the standard 90mm attachments. I measured the stick width at the bucket pin last night on my...

Congratulations on your new machine! Nice choice of attachments too- should serve you well.

John - you say "should be" 105MM or 4.13" - is that a measurement you took or assumption? When I look at the bucket it "could" be 3.5" - can't really tell from the picture.

All the 1-2 Ton Mini Ex should be the same - the 2.5 ton and up are different and more expensive. As to your question here is a bucket I bought which is the standard dimension for the 1-2 ton machines - there are pics with dimensions. 200MM Mini Excavator Bucket,Hydraulic Tilt Backhoe...

It sounds like you have a great setup to handle these storms! Definitely the setup with tires and size of machine makes a big difference. The only snow we got similar to that was 115" in three weeks of back-to-back storms in February 2015. Bought a 60" blower that summer, and since then no...

That is surprising they have 30MM pins - what I do in these cases is to shim or sleeve the stick ends with 1 1/8" x 1" bushings. Or get 30MM to 25MM bushings. Then buy the inexpensive attachments on TEMU or Ebay.

DD—I forgot to mention that! When I did some hoses last fall, I raised the BH with stabilizers as high as it would go and then put jack stands under the frame. Once you get the hoses off, I didn't want to run it until it's fixed, then for safety.

Finally got the new cylinder - took 16 days via usps to get here. Its an oem cylinder so fit very well Also it’s winter and a good time to get the leaking piston on the backhoe stabilizer repaired - Kubota wanted $100 for seal kit - e-parts had them for 40 so got two.

DF - could not agree more on the quality of the buckets and size - a 12" would be perfect. I bought 3/8" steel and reinforced them. Interesting that the tilting/grading buckets are more HD built than the digging buckets, and the rock/screening bucket is the weakest of all of them. Wish they...

Tom - that's a good one - bucket of patience! Gotta remember that and you are so right on for this job, But to the OP question - tips and tricks to change BH hoses in the boom: - Lift the BH rear tires as high as possible with outriggers to make the boom and bucket as straight as possible so...

Yes you will see different prices the more you look through all the listings - they are all the same machine - Machinery Asia, USA Excavator etc, are Typhon as far as I know. Usually they have a "best offer" option too, so don't be shy to put in an offer - and ask them to add in some...

Geteh - yes the Champion generators are well-regarded and get consistently good reviews. Also the TSC 5500W Champion Inverter at $699 is only 120V RV style - maybe I-m looking at the wrong one.. As Ponytug stated, well pumps pull a lot of current on starting. We had a 5500 starting 4500W...

I got one of these plastic welders to repair the hoods and fairing on a 1864 cub cadet and have used it to do a bunch of other plastic welds. With the wire mesh and different welding rod materials it can patch up about anything...

Fixing stuff like hoses, changing the fluids, a battery, and doing some maintenance annually might cost you $500-1000 the first year or two. Then decide if you want to trade or keep it. A simple lexan sheet on the front to keep the wind off and maybe the back would make a difference. Replacing...

Cleaned up - sent from my iphone when I was in the barn.

Picked the genny up yesterday and checked everything out - put oil in today cranked over w/o gas - then gas and it started first pull ! Eco mode is great -plugged in kilowatt and applied a load and has 121VAC at 59.9 Hz and 65 DB at 15' so very quiet - I’m impressed with this little generator

Does it have power steering option? They have a sturdy frame and loader but with a full bucket a bear to steer. I had an L185 500 hrs with a loader and BH I restored - all new hoses, hyd cylinder rebuilt, and down to frame and traded it to a contractor to build my barn (value about $9K in 2000)...

It's at the point of the "Lawn and Garden Mower" where MTD made Cub, JD, Troybilt, Sabre, Craftsman etc, lawn mowers with different colors and options, and engines from B&S etc. made in China. Then the price is heading in that direction too at $2-3000. So, like the Garden Tractor of the 70's...

It's the way you brew, - Boil a quart or two of water in a pot - Add coffee of choice about a1/4 cup per qt of water - slow boil a few minutes - Let grounds settle a bit - pour and enjoy Also I call this campfire coffee - made it this way on the coleman stove or over a campfire.

Hi Tex, I ordered on May 3rd, and it was delivered on June 12th, so it took 5 weeks. It really depends on the port of entry. I think they bring them into a port on the East Coast, too—NJ/NY, as our driver was from PA—and then, of course, on the West Coast, into Long Beach. What I have seen is...

The LA271 is in the same family as the LA352 for the B2410 series, so the frame width and fitment should be similar. However, as CH4Ohio stated, you need all the connecting bits and pieces to mount the loader frame to your tractor. Here are some good pictures on the LA271 on the B7300 for sale...

If you have the JD 3020 with 148 loader, its a pin-on bucket - you need the QA conversion plate with ears to pin your bucket cylinders onto. There are a number of after-market adapters. But if the back of your bucket - pins and plate are OK cut the bucket off weld on a $150-200 QA plate would...

Hi DF - here is a link to one article about suction line filtration and not to size below 78U to prevent cavitation. A Checklist for Sizing Hydraulic Filters It was 6 months ago so this may or may not have been the article. I do agree adding a return line filter to prevent cavitation to filter...

I got the 8" Trenching bucket for $179 delivered, and its perfect for picking rocks and narrow trenching as I have 16" on the Kubota. Then the Quick attach works well - it does add about 2" to the length so check your thumb length first. The other option is 1" pins with handles on the ends you...

You got a good deal! I see sellers from China offering the XVIII on eBay for $5K, but that does not include the duty and brokerage fees and delivery to your door, just the shipping to a port—it's not worth the hassle and unknowns to save a few $, IMO. There are many sellers of these...