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I had a 372XP but have not seen it in two years after loaning it to a "friend".

This is what the general advice is by one of the leading snakebite doctors in the US.

the 400 isn't fuel injected, just the 500.

Some of the wild things I eat from my woods include: morels, puff balls, oyster mushrooms (every bit as good as morels), chicken of the woods, turkey tail mushroom, lions mane, and chanterelles, and also hen of the woods. I also have blackberries, hickory, walnut, and acorns (I don't eat the...

crowfab antivenin works for all the US pit vipers including the Mojave.

Your son was treated by a doctor who obviously isn't educated about snakebites or the antivenin, which isn't uncommon. Crowfab is very well regarded as effective treatment for snake bites and doesn't cause any issues for most people. Antibiotics are typical not advised. Labs need to be ran and...

I will completely disagree with you. I like the 5 series saws much better than the old ones. I will stand by my opinion that the 562 is the best saw out there and would take it any day over the old skool saws.

I don't think there is a better 60cc saw than the 562XP.

I run a 5' tiller with my Kubota L2502 with no issues whatsoever and it covers the tire tracks. No emissions, and a larger tractor.

I'll tell ya another really affordable great saw to have in your lineup that are being phased out. an Echo 4910, better grab em while you can!

You will fall in love with the 2511 if you ever get one. Out of ALL of the saws I own, the 2511 is my absolute favorite saw to run....

I have a lot of saws. I also have a Echo cs590 and the 562 will cut circles around it. But then, all of my saws are modded in some fashion, from ported, muffler mods, changes to the squish, etc. The only saw that is stock is my Echo 590 because it was my dads saw. It doesn't really get used...

a 60cc is a good main saw plan to do it all with. The Echo 590 is still a wonderful saw and is really affordable. IF I was going out to buy a new 60cc saw today, my choice would be a Husqvarna 562XP. It's a great saw that starts very easy and cuts amazing. I love mine! But that's cream of the...

The problem with selling something that has so many issues and then telling potential buyers that you cannot afford to do the repairs, it would make one also think perhaps you couldn't afford to do the scheduled maintenance either. That could scare away buyers. It would me!

Glad it all worked out for ya! I, too, own every 20v Dewalt tool made. Have a few extras of the drills and impacts. I do wish I had chose the Milwaukee for the die grinder though. It's a much better grinder than the Dewalt one. I will eventually get it though as I am building up my Milwaukee...

Yeah that sounds like way too much effort and not enough functionality simply to save $10.

The sync module is what connects to your wifi and the cameras connect to the SM wireless. You only need one SM for you cameras but can have multiple if wanted. It needs to be connected to wifi to work but you don't have to have internet for it to work. But then, you would only be able to view it...

Yep, any AA battery you would like.

The nice ting about subscriptions is that typically means your data is being uploaded to the cloud where it cannot be stolen. Back when I was the IT guy for a very large national aggregate company, you would be surprised how many times my quarries got burglarized and the NVR's were stolen along...

I have these all around my property and they work very well. If it's in a high traffic area the batteries doesn't last remotely close to that though. Very simple to install and setup though. I like them. And it's $10 for up to 5 cameras or at least that's what I am locked into.

People get too caught up in acreage sizes. Just because someone has 40 acres doesn’t mean they plan to work all 40 acres. There is definitely a difference in mowing 40 acres vs 4 acres but not much of a difference in dealing with tree and brush work on 40 acres verses 4 acres. I have 20 acres...

Interesting the issues you have had with your 2502. I purchased a 2502 exactly a year ago and now have well over a 100 hours on it with ZERO issues. I have worked this tractor very hard and also done a ton of tilling putting in a large garden and deer food plots. Have not heard any whining...

@Fitter152 Did you post this last week somewhere else and talked about how the dealer picked your tractor up and drove it hot, spewing coolant, and making horrible noise?

$3600 for 20 acres thick woods and some hills 9/23 in Indiana. That included 4' stakes every 100'.

Definitely go with a new service. You will just have to install a meter base and wire to your panel and be done. The electric company will handle the rest...

While I would never consider EA after how they done people, Ted is back in business. He now is not taking payment until an implement ships though. With that said, I like Homestead Implements. Also, Catawba seems to have some well made stuff, and appears to be a KO of EA.

I priced 4 dealers and the implements were the same price between the 4.

We should add to this that paint is a terrible choice for decks as it wears off quickly in areas with frequent traffic. If you regularly move furniture, grills etc. around, or have dogs then it's even worse. Paint is one thing I never advise putting on a deck UNLESS it's a deck that just doesn't...

Anyone who cleans a house or deck with 2000 psi or anywhere close to that, doesn't know what they're doing. I have power washed thousands of houses, decks, and wood homes and stained them afterwards. It works great with no damage IF you know what you're doing. Most homeowners do not and many...

A solid stain will give your deck the best protection over anything else. I would encourage you to do some research. I have first hand knowledge with over 30 years of experience cleaning and staining decks professionally.

Hey I really like this idea! Thanks for sharing it

This is a very common thing especially on newer concrete which is softer. Try and keep your pressure below 2500psi to prevent this. You can regulate your pressure through the tips. I use 24” surface cleaners to wash concrete with and some run 4 tips and others 2 tips on the rotary cleaning bar...

Here's my two cents. One thing you constantly hear on these tractor groups is to buy one size larger tractor than you think you need. I say hog wash! It doesn't matter what size tractor you buy, you will ALWAYS find a task that it can't do. It doesn't sound like you have a NEED for a lot of HP...

Having stained hundreds of decks professionally, if you want it to last and make it easy to clean, use a solid stain. I understand people want the wood grain to show through BUT solid stain is the best protection for your deck and makes it the easiest to clean.

Great idea! Thank you

We aren't suppose to have ML's here but I have seen one up close by my house 3 times. Every bit of a 100# cat. All 3 times it took off running once it seen me, one of which it was chasing my dog to me.

That's probably because you're buying cheap ones that don't have a bypass valve on them. When you're off the trigger the water is no longer cooling the pump so the heat makes them prematurely fail. If you have a bypass valve, the water will cool the pump even when off the trigger. Makes the...

A good friend of mine uses the Predator generators on his houseboat and swears by them.

I run Honda GX690 engines on my washers and winterize them this same way.

I can wash siding 4 floors high with a wand that only has a 4" nipple coming off of it and no wand, and not using high PSI. Cleaning power in the industry is more about GPM's than PSI. You let the chems do the work, the machine sprays the chems on and rinses it off so GPM is what matters here...

I have been power washing professionally for over 30 years and most of my systems are gas/diesel. I do have some specialized wash systems that are electric but I much prefer gas washers over electric.

My Rubicon doesn't have a winch on it but sounds like it needs one!

So I am building a deer blind that will be sitting on 12' posts. I am building the blind at the house and will carry into the back property, attach the posts and stand it up using my L2502. Looking for suggestions on the safest way of doing this. Can't get a truck in the area, only my tractor...

I use Farm Bureau on my new Kubota and costs me $170 a year.

Personally, I would look at the Kubota Grand L 6060 or the MX6000 over the JD.

When did you buy it and sell it? If you purchased it pre-covid and sold after the massive price increase, that could play a huge part in what you got out of it used. I bought a new Jeep before covid and sold it during covid for more than we paid new.

Last year when I purchased my tractor, I had full intentions of considering one of the cheap Korean made tractors. I had been talking to a TYM dealer and mentioned that to someone I know that is a tractor mechanic. He highly suggested that I do my research before I made the purchase and...

Agree, it makes perfect sense for some people. I just get tired of listening to the ones who THINK everyone would rather have a cab tractor if they just knew what they were missing.

There are MANY of us who have used a cab tractor quite a bit and STILL prefer an open station. I am one...

lol I guess I should have said the majority of snakes, at least the ones here in the U.S. I would not want to get bitten by a green tree python! I was bitten by a cottonmouth once and the bite felt like a wasp sting.

My opinion is LP is overpriced for what it is. I think there are better implements/attachments to be had than these. I bought two LP when I bought my tractor and will look elsewhere for any others going forward. But the 20/25 series is definitely more heavy duty than the 15 series is.

This is the BB I have and honestly, I'm not very fond of it. It broke a tooth off the first week I had it. If I had a do-over, I would have bought a used heavier duty one...They're everywhere on marketplace.

You have been given lots of options and all will work fine. It just depends on what kind of money you want to spend AND what your needs in this other building are. I have done this very thing for many years in multiple aggregate quarries covering 5 states. I have used bridges, directional &...

An extender can absolutely do it. I can easily send a very strong signal the distance he is needing (and further) using a directional antenna with no need for a point to point network.

Will it work? Yup, but may not offer optimal speeds. I have ran those distances in quarries feeding cameras with no issues.

I have used these on many occasions both at work to link up weigh sharks on conveyor belts as well as at home to link my shop around 1000' away. There is no replacement for a hard wire but do you have the ability to do a fiber run? Also, my brother just had a second fiber line installed at his...

As unfortunate as that is, accidents happen. It's just a part of life. There are many animals on this planet that can take our lives but it doesn't mean we need to go around killing them because we are afraid. And the sad truth is that MOST doctors have zero understanding how to effectively...

I have all of the same snakes as you (rattlers, copperheads, and cotton mouths) with the exception of the coral snake. I grew up in Florida where I had all the same as you. All snakes are fairly easily identified without seeing the head if you know what to look for. Yes, I am knowledgeable...

Don't know why ya'll are so scared of snakes for. They aren't the mean critter you make them out to be and are a living thing just as everything else is. The funny thing is that a snake bite doesn't hurt whatsoever, a chihuahua bites harder than a snake does. EVery snake just wants to be left...

Couple of years ago I was out squirrel hunting and two fairly good size critters ran past me so fst they were a blur, and then they ran about 20 feet straight up a huge old Oak tree. My first thought was it was two mountain lion cubs but it was two grey fox. Super cool!

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Oh I already do, doesn't work! I think the only thing that does in when I paint something because she says it will give her a headache.

I have seen AND HAD problems with the emission systems on my diesel trucks. When I bought my tractor, that was one thing I would have no part of. It was either buy new and 25HP or buy old. I bought the 25.

Except for mine...She thinks when I am in my detached shop that she wants to be out there WITH ME hanging out. She even bought me a dart board last Christmas and was like, "now we can play darts when we're hanging in your shop!" 😮

For me, it's multiple reasons. I don't want to knock out expensive windows. I get on/off my tractor so often hooking up logs, checking if there are obstructions in my path, etc. that no way do I want to fight with a door to get in/out of constantly. I like to be able to easily hear what's going...

We are planning to retire in a few years and our plan is to sell everything here and relocate to somewhere along the gulf. If there is one thing I enjoy as much as hunting, it's saltwater fishing. I will happily trade the upkeep of all our property for a average lot on a saltwater canal that...

Very cool! I bet that turned into a chore at some point, though....

Heard that!

That sounds like a very expensive glass replacement just waiting to happen.

No cab for me as I primarily use mine in the woods and would not want a cab for that. I have used my brother-in-laws cabbed tractor and much prefer my open station to be more in tune with what I am doing.

Very easy to do on your tractor. Pick the valve you want according to how many ports you want to run. LOOK HERE. And plumb it into the loader valve. You will also need the power beyond adapter and 3 short hoses to do this. Buy your hoses and fittings from the local farm store as that's where I...

I got diagnosed with diabetes on Friday. Now I have to learn to live with it AND beer. lol🤷‍♂️

Edit: looks like this is a big issue on these tractors. https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/tym-200-series-233-273-293-drive-shaft-hst-input-shaft-failure-list-353-owners.278702/

I change all of my pressure washers oil quarterly but they will run 8-10 hours a day, 5 days a week at times. Sound like you have some leaking seals or bad plunger. I would check into that. If you aren't running a bypass system on it, I would look into adding one. Heat is the killer on these...

I purchased a cheap ATV basket off of Amazon and mounted it to my ROPS. It doesn't interfere at all with my tiller or box blade travel and I have rear hydraulics for extra lift even. Works very well for carrying multiple chainsaws, fuel, chains, wedges, and anything else.

When I initially looked briefly at the Mules, they were all different sizes.

That's a good looking winch and has some great reviews on the quality of them. Definitely taking a hard look at them. Thanks!

What CC engine does it have?

I'd say the 520 Pioneer is the same machine as my 520 Rubicon. Very good and stout machine. I have pulled my 5x8 trailer stacked absolutely full of oak and hickory out of my woods with the Rubicon.

I think a Mule will be my next purchase as well. Have read nothing but great things about them and I need more of a work machine than a sport machine. I still regret not swapping the old man this summer for his Kubota 900 RTV diesel sxs with only 400 hours. He wanted to swap me even for my new...

I stopped and looked at two YT347's this weekend and they are a very solid looking tractor.

Catawba

How they treated their customers during the fall, and their complete lack of communication, is the very reason I will NEVER give this company a single red cent of mine. Too many other companies out there to deal with and EA isn't the only company making good stuff..

For the most part they are extremely reliable vehicles, even the newer models. The 3.6 has had major issues with the plastic oil cooler they installed in them but it's an easy fix with an aftermarket metal one and about 3 hours time.

True death wobble is easily fixed, 98% of the time is due to the trackbar. The F 250's have this same issue as do other solid front axle vehicles.

When I bought my 2502, I searched everywhere for a really used low hour B26TLB close to me and there were none to be found.

They were absolute turds back then. The CJ's were crazy slow and it was a chore to keep them on the road driving straight. There definitely wasn't pleasure gained from road driving them for sure. I got my first Jeep (CJ7) in 1989 and have been hooked on them since.

My CJ's and TJ's were slow. My JK and JL not slow in the least, perfectly capable of keeping up with all other traffic even from a stop. And with 4.5" of lift an 35" tires it handles and rides very well, probably better than most trucks do actually. But then, I probably have $10K in just the...

But one thing you will never get past is how FUGLY those Tesla's are!! :poop:

Ya'll can argue about this stuff until you're blue in the face. Driving an EV doesn't make you an expert on them, or batteries, or the process in which they're made or disposed of. I call BS on EV's and believe it's just another thing big gov is trying to push down our throats and I want no part...

If you're willing to either drive a good bit or have one shipped, I have seen a nice low hour one by me advertised for $26K for the past two weeks. PM me for the details and I will send you the link, or can even ask the guy for his number and pass on to you.

I read this over the weekend and found it interesting. Batteries do not create electricity, but they store electricity produced elsewhere, especially through coal, uranium, natural power plants or diesel generators. So the claim that an electric is a zero-emission vehicle is not true at all...

I missed the part of ground squirrels, the header just said "dang squirrels". I don't have any ground squirrels but have had a battle with moles in my yard ever since I purchased the home last August. But my 10 month old silver lab is a mole hunting SOB and has gotten them in check. He is...

I sit under the gazebo in my back yard with a 17HMR and pick them out of the tree tops regularly.

I agree, the gadgets really drive up the price. Same way with new trucks, a top of the line truck can almost double the price over the base model, same exact body and engine but all the gadgets double it's price. And people pay that which blows my mind!

Everything is overpriced and especially toys that you don't need but buy for fun. My brother in law paid $260K for a SKI BOAT - yes, just a ski boat not a cabin cruiser or any sort of big boat. Absolutely unreal what people will pay for toys. And I thought I was crazy for paying $11K for a 4...

I bought the Milwaukee cordless chainsaw. It was an absolute terrible purchase! I mean if you're trimming a limb off of the rose bush, sure it'll get the job done. But for real wood cutting, it has no spot with the rest of the saws. It stays at home.... I also made the mistake of buying an Ego...

I would take either of those! ;) In the Jeep group, you would laugh at how many time people spell it "wench", even though they probably know the correct spelling. It's like getting in a hurry and using "there" when it should be their or they're. Your mind forgets to stop and think at times.

Really appreciate all of the feedback from everyone. It's really helped educate me on these winches and people's uses of them. I will be ordering a Wallenstein in the very near future. Just got to decide which one now.

My University purchased a fleet of EV's a couple of years ago. The director said it was of of the biggest financial mistake they have made. He said that they have had nothing but issues with battery replacements, short ranges in cold weather, etc. He said that nobody will even take one when they...

No worries, she will sell it and buy something new before it starts breaking down and it will be covered under warranty until then. But I agree, I don't finance anything, it's cash or nothing for me. I caught a lot of slack for paying cash for my new Kubota last fall from people saying I should...

She had just came from a 2023 Wrangler Willys and don't want another vehicle with a removable top.. The Edge is probably pretty quick! That's the only thing I like about her Audi is that it is insanely fast, like SCARY fast...

The significant other has been car shopping the last few weeks after totaling out her new SUV a few weeks ago. We test drove the Bronco Sport and the full size Bronco. I love the full size Bronco and really wanted her to get that. Then while I was at work the ither day, she went and bought...

Anyone who believes EV's are better for the earth is not a very intelligent person IMHO.

Well, the fact that his work lights not turning on eliminates the starter as being the problem. (y)

Thanks everyone! I have decided to not even consider a chipper. I have a huge mulch factory down the road and numerous tree service companies in the area. I think I have better alternatives. And I still need to buy a forestry winch.

Them old 028's are bulletproof!

Thanks guys! I think I have read enough to know what I don't want to buy. :LOL:

I am wanting to line all the trails in my woods with the chips so whatever would be needed for that. Owning a power washing business and seeing the issues mulch creates, I would never consider using chips around my home or close to it.

I'm down to one Stihl and won't be buying any more.

Let me begin buy saying I have never owned or used a chipper but I have considered getting one. I am considering a stand-alone chipper that can be towed behind my ATV and used wherever. My goal isn't as much to chip material to get rid of it but chip material just to get the chippings to be used...

This post peaked my interest yesterday on what kind of results it would give you. AI Actually recommended the tractor I bought (Kubota L series). But then when I asked it what the differences between a Kubota L2501 and L2502, it basically said the 2502 had 1HP more, was heavier, had more...

With a cup of coffee these days that cost $7, $14 for a chainsaw part is cheap....

Don't use romex, it should be MC cable to protect it from abrasions. metal can move from wind or even heat/cold so you want that cable protected.

Agreed, load testing is the only way to know if battery is good. My bet is on back battery or connection....

Yeah I guess I should have said I "had" contemplated that route but decided that wasn't the best option for me. It will be a forestry winch when I do go that route. I have been pulling what I could out so far with a long chain and recovery strap. It's worked but I am slowly getting to the point...

What's the price difference? I paid $1200 for my 27 ton Champion and it's been great!

The forestry winches have a blade that sets down into the ground and take the stress off the tractor while also giving the winch a very solid platform to winch from. That's why I am considering a forestry winch verses just mounting a winch onto the back of the tractor which would be MUCH...

Besides the th 2lb weight difference, the biggest difference between these two saws is one is a pro saw and the other is a homeowner class saw. The Stihl has a plastic clamshell engine like most homeowner saws do, and the Echo is a magnesium horizontally split saw like all pro saws are. There...

Yeah I literally have 100's of downed trees laying all over my property and many of them are down over steep hills that I wouldn't want to take my tractor. That's the reason for the winch. I may possibly be able to use a long cable and snatch blocks strapped to trees to get them out of but it...

I really want the Wallenstein FX40 but man, they are pricey!

The mfg must been trying to appeal to both Kubota and JD and couldn't make up their mind....

Been wanting to purchase a log winch for my tractor. Anyone have any experience with this one...

You may have your wifi SSID broadcasting disabled.. If your laptop's wifi is turned on and you are not seeing the SSID, try manually adding it and see if you can connect.

On Wednesday of last week, I had 37 new students start the program to finish their degrees and become doctors. I issued all 37 students new laptops with instructions on how to set them up in Microsoft Intune and direction to have that completed by this morning. Out of 37 students, 20 have not...

I thought you worked PT for a Kubota dealer and even did deliveries for them. You would think you would be used to all of this.... I have zero complaints with my treadle pedal. I didn't like it when I first got it after being used to the JD's dual pedals, but now it's second nature...

I personally would go with the high flow as it will have far more capability and better resale value down the rode.

My Nephew was riding in a UTV with his buddy a couple years ago and they rolled it over a bunch of saplings, one of which broke of and went in his side and out his stomach, and another broke off and ran through his thigh. He nearly died from it.

Great Pyrenees are a force to be reckoned with! My sister has two of them and a pack of coyotes is no match for even ONE. Her big male will decimate a pack of yotes without working up a sweat... Their coat is so thick it's difficult for anything to penetrate it, which is a good defense...

My state's official stance stance is that there are no cougars here. They admit that an occasional one will pass through as do black bears. 20 years ago, I had a cougar in my yard on 3 separate occasions, once chasing my dog right to me. I called DNR and asked if I could shoot it and they said...

That's simply not true. But we can end this conversation, it's obviously not getting anywhere. Have a great day!

Again, this is NOT about buying things from overseas or any other country. I will agree that it's difficult to buy anything made in the U.S. these days....This IS about buying STOLEN designs such as cloned chainsaws, or any other stolen designs. There is a very real difference....

Actually it's not. Most is produced right here in the US. You're grasping at straws man! No we all don't do it. You're just trying to make yourself feel better for doing it.

For the most part, yes, I buy OEM parts or high-end aftermarket parts. I am not foolish enough to say that I never mistakenly buy a cloned part....

I don't buy any of those off-brand alternatives, I buy the real deal. My ATV is a Honda, my saws are Husqvarna, Stihl, Echo, Dolmar. My engines on my power washers are a Honda, my cordless tools are Dewalt. I am not buying anything that is from stolen designs! I refuse to support this behavior...

Homestead Implements Pinnacle series is a very well made grapple. Mine is very stout!

Yes, it's terrible. These companies spend millions on design, engineering, testing, patents, and production to produce a nice product. Then out of control China swoops in and illegally steals that design and starts producing and selling these products for a fraction of the cost because they...

Glad to see you finally calling the Timberwolf buy it's proper name. :ROFLMAO: This is a very easy saw to modify and it really opens it up. You should adjust the squish on it a little, it really helps it out even more...

I wasn't talking worldwide, but here in the states where it would matter to me. I live in the Midwest where farming is in our blood. Can't remember ever seeing a Mahindra on any farm that I have been on, or along side the road mowing, or on a jobsite....

I just threw that number out there. I know it's a lot but have no idea on exact numbers...

What I am saying is that when they clone these saws, they are stealing the designs and then producing them. Would YOU want to spend YOUR hard earned money and time designing something that you hoped to profit from, and then have your neighbor steal all that work from you and start profiting from...

Yeah but then you're just supporting China and their corporate theft...

When I think of a large purchase like a tractor, I want something that will last the long haul. I bought my tractor with the intentions on having it until I die. So with that said, I wanted something that I knew parts support would still be there decades down the road. I did a LOT of research. I...

Agreed! He seems pretty immature to be honest.

Yes, I know that some ZT's have a stick or a wheel - I was giving my experience with my ZT. My brother-in-law has a stick controlled ZT. Wasn't a fan of it. But I do like the CC with the wheel. I may eventually move over to it as my neighbor has one and loves it.

Yes, the Mule's are well known to be an absolute tank. They run more like a Kubota RTV, more work than play. I bought a car hauler off an old man a few weeks ago and he had a very nice Kubota UTV-900 with only 400 hours on it. It was a 4x4 diesel model with winch. He was really wanting a quad...

I have always had a thing for old garden tractors. I have owned many. I use to have a JD 318 that I wish I had never sold. May get another one day. I would like to get into restoring these old ones....

What brand and model tractor?

I said I drink beer while mowing. YOU are the one who assumed that meant I was drunk off my a$$ doing so. You also went on to make assumptions that since I enjoy to drink beer while I am at home on my OWN property, that I am most likely out driving drunk on public roads. Not to mention you...

My Kubota manual says right in it that it can cause damage if not warmed up before using. That's enough for me...

https://www.tractorhouse.com/listing/for-sale/226181207/2024-ls-mt225he-less-than-40-hp-tractors That's a pretty good price. Cheaper than what I paid for my 2502 without a backhoe.

I bought a new Honda Rubicon 520 in September and it's been a beast. I'm now planning to sell it and get a sxs. I'm thinking either the 700 Pioneer or a Kawaski Mule. I love the Rubicon but would really like to have a bed to put stuff.

Coyotes if left unchecked will wreak havoc on a rabbit population as well as deer population. They will kill fawns and even bring down full grown deer. They will eat newborn calves and will kill your dogs at cats. In fact, it was just on the news yesterday where an old lady was out in her yard...

I live my life to enjoy it however I choose to, not to worry if the grim reaper is around the next corner. I know my boundaries...

oh mine's a ZT.

Not joking whatsoever. But I also drink beer while cutting wood, running my tractor, and well...Just about everything ;) If I am at home, there are two things guaranteed - I have a beer in my hand, and I am working on something....

Mine is a 61" deck with a top speed of 9mph. Feels way faster than that though...

Mine too but a beer will be undrinkable after one lap of sitting in the cup holder lol

Exactly! And until every last red cent of it is PAID BACK, only an absolute idiot would consider doing business with him.

I will have to respectfully disagree. I have used tractors for over 35 years, both personally and professionally. I purchased my Kubota L2502 specifically to deal with 20 acres of woods with hundreds of downed trees. The 2502 has been great at dealing with the logs, carrying them, dragging them...

My jacks rotate horizontally when not in use so that they don't protrude past the top side edge of the trailer.

I bought the valve from Summit, fabbed my own brackets. I did top/tilt/3rd function for under $500. That is not including the cylinders for the rear though.

my 20' trailer has jacks at that back that I always use. You can add them on to yours. Makes it so easy and SAFE.

Read that this morning. Very sad for that family. My first thought was how people will use ratchet straps when transporting equipment like this....(n)

$34K is what I was quoted this past October for a new 3560 with 805 loader and filled R14 tires. If you did it yourself, 2 sets of rear remotes and a 3rd function can be done for under $500 not including the cylinders. Add an extra $500 for 2 cylinders.

If that's a 346XP, I bet he chooses that one...

:ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO: I don't house clean. I don't go out. I don't go to the store with her. I have enough outside work at home to last me the remainder of my life. She knows and accepts this... And I put our twin 13 year old boys to work outside too. Now, she...

I agree with that. My brother in law and nephew talked me into the Spartan. I had intended to buy the CC with steering wheel. Sure wish I had went with the CC. But my girlfriend bought i for me so I would feel guilty selling it now. lol

I bought my first ZT last summer when I bought my new home. I have roughly 4 acres of yard to mow. I can honestly say I absolutely hate my ZT and hate mowing my yard now, when I use to love to mow yards. The absolute game changer for me is that I can no longer drink beer and mow. That is the...

Glad you all are enjoying this little saw. I knew I had bought something special pretty quickly after buying mine last summer. The mods I did made it even better, and were well worth the money. Next up, I gotta convert it to the nano chain.... Been kicking around the idea of which new saw is...

That's very sound advice. That is also why I chose Kubota. The shear volume of tractors that JD and Kubota sells, tells me that future parts support will almost certainly be there down the road. I think many don't consider this factor strong enough...

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My Tractor has only been out of low one time and that was to drive down the road a couple of miles once.

I could care less of EA comes back or not. Regardless of what caused their issues, their response was enough for me. They did not handle any of this with an ounce of integrity. I will NEVER consider them for anything and will make sure to tell anyone I know not to buy from them, either. They...

The best piece of advice I can offer is to ALWAYS keep the loader as low as possible when carrying a load. Even if it's a short distance. You would be amazed how easily a tractor can flop over if the FEL is raised an carrying a heavy load. Also, it's pretty common for people to get run over by...

A shop vac is what I meant. I use this method to pull wire through long conduit runs.

throw some food inside with rat poisoning in it. Better than them starving to death. use a string with plastic bag tied to it and suck it through with a vacuum then possibly use a kayak anchor to drag them out?

Not that easy. They betrayed a LOT of people and they don't just get to start making things again and people trust them again. Not by a lonnnng shot! First things first... They need to pay off every single check they cashed, every single transactions that they failed to refund on, needs paid...

I have 20 acres of trails and woods. Lots of downed trees and piles and piles of brush to deal with. I had budgeted $40K for a tractor of my choice. I looked at and test drove many different tractors. I also talked to a couple of independent shops that serviced a wide variety of tractor models...

I have the L2502. The upgrades they put out for the 2502 is well worth the $$ in my opinion. Having the brakes on the left where they are actually usable is worth it alone but the electric PTO and the suspension seat is very nice as well. I'm assuming you're buying used though if you're planning...

That's a no for me. Too small of a saw and not needed.

Looks good! I would have pounded out that bottom piece, welded it, and ground it flat before I painted it though. Also woulda cleaned up some of those other welds. Otherwise, great job!

I agree. @ $100 I may have been tempted too but I would hang up on the build style. I enjoy tinkering on saws too much to mess with a clamshell saw...

Yeah, a 271T isn't a saw I would even consider putting in my lineup. I don't do clamshell saws whatsoever...

I have no idea which Stihl top handle you're referring to but NONE of them are "just as light" as the Echo 2511T. And the Echo 2511 is not a clamshell design. And the only Echo that you have ever claimed to owning was what you called the "timber Bear" which I have never even heard of that model...

Heck yeah! It's my favorite of all of my saws just because it's such a little screamer and you rarely feel holding it. Can run it all day and not tire out....

I did the same initially but couldn't resist buying the Egan muff. And yeah, I have never purchased any Echo that wasn't running on the lean side straight outta the box....

You're gonna love this saw!! And you will really love it once you get that Egan exhaust on it. I have been considering converting to the nano chain as well, just can't make up my mind.

Tough question to answer. It's quite a bit louder but doesn't bother me. Although, I already have hearing damage from years of range time without hearing protection....

"cut" was a general term.... I use my die grinder constantly on my saws. I am surprised you did not have to pull the limiter caps. Any time there is a change in air or fuel, you typically need to make some adjustments.... The Echos run very lean already and then opening up the air flow is...

Did you cut the top cover or you running it without the cover? Did it make a big difference for ya?

Are you sure you don't mean the timberwolf? :D I have that one as well and it's been a great saw for the last 15 or so years. It's stock though as I can't bring myself to mod it as it was my late father's saw. I picked up a new 4910 a couple months back. Dropped the squish down on it, ported...

I have the ported exhaust on my 2511 and it made a ton of difference. The pipe come off out and down so I wouldn't think it would blow back on your hand. It was well worth the money though.

I guess I assumed we were talking about the 55 and just now seen the topic was discussing the 60". There is over a 100# difference between the HI and catawba 60" grapple while the HI still uses the 2" pipe over the 1.5" pipe of the Catawba. And the HI still has a 2.5" wider opening which is very...

Catawba 1/4" hardox and 1.5" sc 80 pipe. 37" lid opening Homestead Implements 5/16 Hardox and 2" sc 80 pipe. 39.5" lid opening There were some other differences as well that made me choose the HI Grapple. Personally, I feel it's better built than that Catawba. My experience with HI customer...

Have you checked the wiring to be sure it's got a good connection? Both the power lead and the ground wire? Cheap enough to replace these wires and clean the connection to be 100% sure that's no the root issue...

I looked at the Catawba grapple when I ordered mine a few months ago. I also looked hard at the Homestead Implements grapple. Both are made o the 450 hardox steel. I liked what I seen on the Homestead Implements a little more and also what I had read about their customer service being so...

Did you just date yourself? I don't think anyone under the age of 70 buys a Vet anymore. ;) I wash my tractor occasionally and will give it a wax to give the paint some UV protection, but it's a tractor and lives it's life DIRTY.

Can't wait to see the finished product!

Gettin a lot of work done for sure!