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The blade is mounted on hinged brackets which are bolted to the cross bar. It folds down and rests against the tines when in use. It folds up and is held by latches attached to the bracket when not in use.

I've been using wheels to move my equipment around in the barns for years. I put them on everything from welders, generators, tool caddies, fuel tanks, and even 3pt attachments. I started by fastening them directly to the equipment but switched to dollies for more flexibility. Sooner or later...

I don't have a Kioti but all the reservoir openings on the ones I have are 1.5". It may not be standard though. Maybe someone with a Kioti can post a measurement.

I've lost several of the darn reservoir caps on tractors as well as my vehicles. I swear there's a gnome around that likes to swipe them. Quite by accident I found these vinyl caps are a good fit and work as an acceptable replacement: RVC. They are very flexible and can be cut to any...

Are you referring to corrugation or "washboarding"? The "waves" can be from 2' to 20' apart, depending on slope, drainage, vehicle speed, etc. I fight them constantly on my 1.25 mile private road. In my case, I've found the best implement to use is a stone rake with scarifier, grader blade...

Those Harbor Freight dollies are great for a variety of uses. I bought a dozen 18" x 12" when they were on sale last year for $6.99...

I don't see what difference it makes if the wheels are on the dolly or the generator. They're the same wheels either way.

If it were me, I'd just fasten the generator to the dolly.

Another downsizing & simplifying project I completed recently, was to replace all my overhead door openers. I have 5 of them, all between 15 and 30 years old. All are different types and I've been cobbling on them for years to keep them working. When the oldest one died recently, I could no...

Yeah, I've sold a few implements on Marketplace recently. That dump trailer sold in one day! I listed it at 3:30 PM and a guy from NJ bought it in less than an hour. He drove up and picked it up that same evening. Probably could have sold it for more, but it had quite a bit of corrosion in...

My first choice is always to buy local. "Local" for me however can be a 90 minute ride, depending on what I need. UPS, FedEx and USPS have regular routes past my place. Ecologically, it makes sense to use them.

Amazon, and other online retailers have been a godsend for us rural folk. Even paying for fast shipping, prices are often cheaper than brick & mortar stores, assuming you can find one that has what you need. Then there's the cost of gas and your time to consider. So far this month, I've placed...

Sometimes, I think my brother has the right idea. He lives in an apartment and just picks up the phone whenever there's a problem and it costs nothing. Sure, he pays rent, but I pay taxes & insurance, as well as the cost of anything that needs replacing. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't really...

I would have said the same thing up until 2 days ago when one of my 2 year-old M12 batteries died. First time I ever had a problem though. I had it in a drill and used it until the low voltage cutoff in the tool activated. I let the battery cool before putting it in the charger, but it will no...

I also use the small Milwaukee M12 batteries for a host of other 12V projects with this adapter: Makes a great compact portable 12V power source...

As has already been said, land & home ownership maintenance is a never ending battle. I look at it this way: As long as the time it takes doesn't exceed the time I'm able to work, I'm good.

I have a good collection of DeWalt 20V tools, but there are some made by Milwaukee that DeWalt doesn't have. Consequently, I bought Milwaukee M12 1/4" and 3/8" ratchet wrenches, and their small compact M12 drill driver. Yes, the small M12 batteries have somewhat limited capacity, but their...

I think this depends on the switch. My brother's Generac has no warm up or cool down cycle.

I have a supply of replacement valve stems but this one broke where it seals to the rim. Had a wide flange on it that wouldn't push thru. No way to replace without taking the tire off. Breaking the bead to get inside the tire wasn't something I wanted to try. There might be some emergency rim...

Yeah, tractor tires sure generate complaints. Mine happened last year when I was back in the woods clearing some dead trees. I hit a stump and managed to shear off the valve stem on the rear filled tire of my MX5800. On site repair would be expensive and I didn't want to risk damaging the...

Genset warmups have been discussed, but what about cool down? The manuals in several I've looked at recommend running the engine for 5 - 10 minutes with no load before shutting down. This is the manual page for the Kubota GL11000: I understand the need for a warmup period, but cool down...

This is especially true for first time filter changes. In many cases, the factory applies gray engine paint to the filters which can make them very difficult to remove. I always loosen the filter slightly first before doing anything else.

Put a shop vac on the fill port to create a vacuum. It will minimize fluid loss when you change the filter.

Didn't say it was real.

Fully functional with only minor paint fade and seat issues from outdoor storage.

I also have the air suspension seat in my cabbed L6060. It's made by Grammer and worth every penny. I'm also considering one to replace the OEM seat on my MX5800 open station. For anyone with a bad back who logs a lot of seat time, IMO, it's a must have.

And then there's the 2025 Rolls Royce Pickup:

I've been looking at them for some time myself. I was able to swing it by selling a few unused implements, including the PTO generator. I bought from Absolute Generator in Iowa. https://www.absolutegenerators.com/fuel/diesel-powered-generators/watts/10-kw-15-kw-16-kw---19-kw Not the lowest...

A question on the warmup time for Diesel powered generators. First, the background: When I last hooked up my PTO generator to test, I decided I was getting too old to deal with the hassle. Taking the existing implement off the tractor and attaching the genny for a power outage that may only...

Verizon often tells potential customers that cellular internet (cube) service isn't available, even though it actually is. This is done to limit the number of subscribers in a given area in order to maintain bandwidth. I have the service but my neighbor was told it wasn't available. The...

I do a lot of small concrete jobs around the property and renting a mud mixer isn't very practical. I needed something handy to pour the occasional one or two yard project. I picked up a used 5 cu. ft. stand mixer at a yard sale for $50. It had a burned out motor which I took off and replaced...

I've had similar issues with a few of my implements. My solution was to get a hydraulic top link. It greatly simplifies the effort required to swap attachments. If you don't have a third set of remotes to control it, you can always add a diverter on one of the others.

In many cases, you can buy on sale, a tool / battery / charger combo package for about the same price as a single larger capacity battery. I've acquired quite a collection of tools this way. Yes, the batteries are reduced capacity but I just carry 2 or 3 when doing a particular job. They are...

I doubt the fan would generate enough air flow to completely clean all the chaff from the radiator. It might reduce the buildup over time. Interesting idea though. I keep a compressor in the tractor barn and just blow it out from time to time. More frequently if I'm operating in a...

I suppose there will be no end to the debate over the difference between home heating oil & diesel. The fact remains that I have been using heating oil in my diesel engines for 45 years now and have never had any issues. The fuel oil I get here is an Exon / Mobile product and the dealer says...

From the looks of the OP's picture, the whole area is likely flood plain. If the water level rose 2 - 3 feet above the bridge, the land on both sides would be flooded and there would be no way to get to the bridge. Also, the bridge looks to be constructed of planks laid across 3 - 4x4's...

According to the manual, they serve a dual purpose. Yes, they hold the hose connectors when the flail is not in use, but they also keep the hoses out of the way of the articulating members and driveshaft. If you run the hoses under the cross member, they will eventually get damaged. I use a...

Any home backup generator is only as good as the fuel supply you have on hand or can get delivered reliably. Propane is the most common but as posted earlier, requires a very large storage tank and could be difficult to resupply during an extended outage. Gasoline has similar issues with the...

And this is the same grid California wants you to use to charge your electric car! :rolleyes:

Watching the road edges does no good here in PA. Too many miles of 55 mph roads with little or no shoulder. A deer can step out from behind a tree and be in the roadway in an instant. Sure, you can slow down and do 20 mph in a 55 zone but then you become a road block.

Nice lift! I'm sure it will serve you well. I considered a 2 post for the barn but decided on a 4 post instead so it could be used for overhead storage when not in use. I now have two 9000# and one 14000# 4 post lifts. When not being used for maintenance, all are used for overhead implement...

I used to be an avid hunter in my younger years here in PA. Sadly, I've killed more deer with my car than I ever did with a rifle.

I wish more would get fried. The whitetail population here in PA is just ridiculous. It's rumored the PA Game Commission may allow Sunday hunting in an attempt to cull the herd.

The butcher was recommended by the warden. Apparently, they deal with situations like this. The warden said my coworker could keep one for himself but he declined for the reasons you mention.

I haven't had this problem personally, but I've heard of the issue. As a result, I started using high quality 80/90 gear oil in the axle housing. I've read the specs, and people swear by the recommended Kubota SUDT2 hydraulic fluid, but I just don't trust it. It's the consistency of water when...

All my Kubota tractors had such a range chart in the manuals. They are of little use to me due to the varying slopes on my acreage. All the newer Kubota's have speedometers, which I use instead. For precise chemical application, I use GPS with RTK augmentation.

Rural mail delivery is always a crap shoot around here. Mail carriers are always changing and don't stay long enough to learn the route. We frequently get mail addressed to others and just put it in the proper box ourselves. Unfortunately, there is one individual on the route that can't be...

An interesting whitetail story: A tree in the back of a coworkers yard was struck by lightning a few years ago. There were 7 deer under it and all were killed. He called the PA game commission and asked what he should do. The warden he spoke with said it would be ok to take them all to a...

There is a used top link for an M7060 made by Fit Rite in the classified section: https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/fit-rite-hydraulic-top-link-m7060.478266/

From your picture, it looks like a fairly wide flood plain, which may mean the flow rate during flood stage is fairly slow. If that's the case, take out the bridge, get a piece of 36" diameter pipe, throw it in the creek, put a few rocks on the upstream side to limit erosion and put coarse fill...

I'm glad you got things worked out. IMO, you did it the right way. I did the exact same thing a few years ago. I bought the neighboring property, tore down the house an kept the pole barn. I dug up the underground service conduit to the old house about halfway to the pole. I cut the 2/0...

Here's a tip for those looking to downsize: While trying to clear out the barns of un used items, I discovered Facebook Marketplace. I'm sure this is old news for many here, but my experience so far has been amazing. For example, I listed my 10K dump trailer at 3PM. It sold and I had cash in...

They're all Whitetails here in PA. They're small because they have overpopulated and don't live long enough to get big. Competition for food is tough. Many yearlings don't make it through their first winter due to starvation.

Another tip to consider: Keep the 3pt drop speed valve open wide for the fastest drop rate possible. It can get you out of trouble if you start to tip.

Mowed & plowed for many years on an open station tractor. A few years back I had spots of skin cancer removed from my face and arms. Started using more sunscreen after that. I no longer have to slather the stuff on anymore since I switched to a cab.

Be careful using those notch hose holders in the top center of your second pic. They often don't allow enough slack when the cutter head is fully extended. I've had two problems with mine so far. The first time, the hose just pulled out of the break away QR connector on the tractor. The...

Not sure what you mean by firewall issues. It's a 40' x 60' pole barn with PLENTY of air infiltration. There will be no combustible's within 20' or so, the building is not occupied most of the time, and a CO alarm will be installed. It's diesel, not gas or propane, so there are no fumes to...

My pop also refused to put in AC when he built his retirement home. He changed his mind though and added it when us kids refused to visit during hot weather.

No good place to mount it outside. The barn is well ventilated and not usually inhabited. I'll put a CO detector nearby anyway. The 1" exhaust pipe on the Kubota need only be extended 12" to go thru the wall. I wouldn't consider doing this with a gas powered unit due to possible fume...

Thanks for the link. Best price so far on the Kubota. I like the GL1100 Lowboy due to it's 27" height. I want to put it on the back wall of the barn under a window, using a thru wall exhaust. It also has a remote start kit, which I can place in the house. ***Update*** Absolute Generators...

Among others, I'm looking at this 11K model from Kubota: https://www.mowersatjacks.com/product-details/kubota/gl11000?gad_source=1&gclid=cj0kcqjwsjo4bhdoarisaddv4vducao9zjft6jcg0_w24an0mdnzxiulhutbkqdxwnbd8meeaddudwaaaozcealw_wcb

Yeah, I have a T&T kit, so I needed a fourth rear remote for the flail. At first, I just disconnected the tilt cylinder, but I found it was useful to get the flail adjusted properly. I already had a 3rd function valve, so I ran hoses back and installed another remote housing to the stack...

The flagship Newberry store in Stroudsburg PA. closed in 2002, the year before I retired. It was a gentile reminder that it was time for me to go too.

I'm getting tired of having to hook up my PTO generator every time we have an outage. I heat with fuel oil, so I'm thinking of getting a diesel 10 - 12KW model. Instead of an outside enclosure, I want to locate it in the back of the barn with a thru wall exhaust. Any suggestions?

Here in the east, it was J.J. Newberry. The flagship store was located across the street from the office where I worked in Stroudsburg, PA. The chain was purchased in 1972 by McCrory's, who took it nationwide. The Last McCrory store closed in 2002...

I have a 72" Maschio girafetta on my L6060 and I found from experience that flow restrictors are a MUST! Also, use a light feathering action on the tilt valve. A jerking action with that much outboard weight, can easily cause a tip over.

If you run low, come up to PA and help yourself. PA is #4 in the US for road kill. I can't drive anywhere around here without seeing a carcass on the side of the road.

Looks like a stack of firewood on a dolly with a tarp over it.

The LA is correct, it's the 583 that's wrong. As @nybirdman said, the correct loader for a L5030 is an LA853.

I suppose it depends on the equipment and how frequently it's used. I have them wired in both my tractors as well as my vehicles and haven't noticed this problem.

Seems an odd choice of connectors for a simple 12V power source. I would much prefer the old cigarette lighter socket.

Due to the setup hassle, I considering selling my PTO generator and getting this Kubota GL11000 diesel model: https://www.absolutegenerators.com/kubota-lowboy-ii-diesel-generator-gl11000-11-kw-standby-10-kw-prime-single-phase-120-240-volt-liquid-cooled-enclosed Instead of weatherproofing, I...

One of the issues with getting old in the country is, us rural folks are a capable, independent lot. After building the house from scratch and maintaining the land for almost 50 years, it really galls me to have to ask for help, let alone pay someone.

This is an excellent idea. I actually considered it 20 years ago when I built a garage near the house. I designed it so a second story could be added for an apartment. I had family members in mind for tenants but they have since moved on. Renting to the general public around here isn't easy...

Hopefully, the decision to relocate is years away. For now, we are able to keep up with the necessary maintenance. It's just the little things, like painting trim, or other ladder related work that isn't getting done. I'm an engineer by trade, so I've constructed a few things to make senior...

Yeah, there is always the possibility of a bad neighbor when subdividing. I think everyone has had to deal with one at some point. Some of the acreage is wooded and we have planted trees in places. We've let a couple of the fields go fallow to reduce the mowing time. A neighbor across the...

This topic has been discussed here both directly and indirectly in many posts over the years. Time marches on though and the economic climate has changed considerably, so I thought it time to revisit the subject. For me, it's a thread to vent my frustrations, share thoughts, and hopefully pick...

Both. I'm a firm believer in keeping my equipment inside, and out of the weather. I made it a priority in the budget. As soon as I could afford it, I put up buildings large enough to accommodate truck, tractors & implements. Our 2 cars are also stored in a garage.

It's a shame the engineers of these cut tractors place these fittings in harms way. I've busted a couple on my Kubota as well. It really limits where you can take the tractor for fear of damage.

I have the that same dump trailer but no way to tie down a tractor. What do you use? I have a bed liner in mine and D rings bolted to the floor causes material to get hung up when dumping.

Could you rig something like this for your FEL bucket? You could also clamp a 4X4 to your fork tines to get some added height.

I beat the crap out of my pickups plowing snow for over 30 years before I got wise and switched to a cabbed tractor. Climate change has definitely made a difference in snowfall here as well. When I first started plowing in 1979, we averaged 100 inches a season. Now we get less than half that...

If I shorten the top & right side links, (easy with the T&T kit) I can cut up to 8' off the ground with the 6' flail.

Instead of investing in a Lane Shark and 3pt shredder, why not look at an offset, articulating (ditch & bank) flail? It's a single 3pt implement that will do both jobs with ease. It saves setup time and also allows you to use the FEL bucket or grapple for moving debris. Sure, it's a larger...

I'm frequently hauling & towing with my pickup, and take it off road 2 or 3 times a year. I also like driving a heavy vehicle for safety reasons. IMO, the more iron you have around you in a wreck, the better.

For safety reasons, I don't recommend doing it, but some newer Kubota tractors use an electric clutch on the PTO. If so, it should be simple to tap the circuit with an RF or Bluetooth remote relay. If range isn't an issue, more than 30' or so, I would use Bluetooth since there is less chance...

My neighbor installed this product on his uninsulated garage door...

Not surprised at all. When I bought my last pickup, I first looked at used models. I went to several dealers and the beds of ALL the trucks I saw were like new. No rust or dents, and very few scratches in the paint. I asked one of the salesman if they repaint or touch up the beds. He...

In Yellowstone in 2008, I saw a man from India try to pet a Bison while his wife took a picture. We yelled at him to stop, but he spoke no English and kept approaching the animal. He would probably be dead now if my FIL hadn't tackled him! It's amazing how many people have no respect for...

A question about rippers: I live in shale country and digging with my BH90 hoe sometimes gets difficult. When it does, I put on the 9", 3 tooth bucket. It does fairly well if I can get a single tooth into the shale and use the rollback cylinder to pry out chunks. Would a ripper tooth work...

Definitely time to replace that hose. On a hoe that old, I would also check the other hoses for signs of deterioration as well.

Lots of graduates out there from the "Bigger Hammer School of Mechanics". :rolleyes:

By far, the scariest implement I own is an offset articulating flail: It will destroy pretty much anything it touches. Gives me the willies just looking at it. The first year I owned it, I was clearing brush alongside the road and accidentally hit a mailbox on a 4X4 post. It was hidden...

Many tractors, including my Kubota's, have a lockout switch and won't start if the PTO is engaged.

You don't get that "new tractor" smell if you buy one without a cab! ;)

Keep in mind, that fabric covering serves a dual purpose. Yes, it protects the hose, but it also protects you from a pinhole hydraulic fluid leak, which can lead to a fatal fluid injection.

Nice work! I might consider it on my L6060 HSTC. For now, I open the side window. When I stand next to the rear tire, I can reach through, operate all the hydraulics and still see the 3pt hitch. I can't reach the cylinders though, so there is still a bit of guess work. I did something...

A daily occurrence for me at my age:

When I got to an age where I had a few extra $$ in my pocket, I thought I'd be smart and bought a 4 post lift to change oil & do vehicle maintenance. Then, because of the few extra $$, I decided to pay someone else to change the oil & do the maintenance. Go figure. :rolleyes:

Same here. I bought a Baumalight 12K PTO generator in 2004, shortly after a 7 day outage caused by hurricane Ivan. Except to test, I haven't used it once in 20 years. It was indeed an insurance policy. We get frequent outages here, but none last more than a few hours. For those, I use my...

By the time you get that hose off intact, if you even can, it won't be worth reusing IMO. Spend the money on a new one instead of more tools. Cut it, as in post #10. If there is enough slack in the hose, have a new fitting pressed on. If not, use one of these: As others have said, the...

I did what @WranglerX suggested. I use a 4 post lift in my 12' high barn: I use the same principle to store implements in my other barn as well: Sure, it costs more than a DIY project but at my age, saving time is worth it. It's also a lot safer when you aren't sure of the engineering...

One of my favorites:

I did exactly the same thing 2 years ago. The Rheem heat pump worked fine during that time but it's now throwing alarms. The unit shuts off until something inside cools down and then starts up again. Still provides plenty of hot water but I had to shut off the annoying alarm beeper. It's...

Sometimes, all the money in the world won't get you a plumber, electrician, carpenter, etc. when you really need one. Depending on where you live, these craftsmen can be in short supply. Then there's the issue of finding one that knows what he's doing.

From the look of that partially rounded fitting, I assume you will probably replace the hose. If you don't, you will have the same problem the next time you try to remove it. Cut the fitting between the nut and bulge with a sawzall. Then you can get a flare nut, or socket wrench on what's left...

Good luck, and I hope your retirement will be as rewarding for you as it has for me. In 2003, I retired at 57 under a company buyout. My wife joined me in 2004. I did some contract work for a year or so but eventually decided I liked my time off better. We were fortunate with our...

On a smaller scale, an electric pallet jack is also quite useful...

I was told the same thing when I was in my 40's. I'm now 77 and it turned out to be true. Tractors can last many years, so think about the future when you pass on a cab.

This has been my experience in northern Pennsylvania with ducted central A/C and ductless mini split systems. Different climates as well as individual preferences vary, so YMMV. I considered ducted central air when I was building my house in 1979, until an incident in the office where I worked...

I was gifted a 100 gal tank from my farmer FIL, that he no longer used. It isn't big enough to get deliveries, since it must be 275 or larger. It was a pain to load it up & fill with off road diesel, and the closest dealer is 45 minutes away. I don't use that much diesel anyway so I found it...

Wow! brings back memories. I used to hang out at Sugerman's regularly. You could buy everything from cotton candy to a shotgun. Bought my first one there in 1969. Sad to see the place go. The building is mostly vacant now due to water & sewer problems. Mermelstein's, just down Route 6, used...

I always pin the tongue to the tractor as a precaution. I have the caster wheel on the tongue set to the same height as the drawbar so all I have to do it roll it up and drop the pin.

The mirror swivel mechanism on my L6060 is loose enough that putting a little pressure on the door will force the mirror back enough to get your hand on it. The down side is, the mirrors are easily knocked out of position.

The problem with a PTO generator on wheels is, you have to hook it up to the 3pt, or risk it flipping under a sudden heavy load. I mount mine on a trailer with a wider stance. That way, all you need to hook up is the PTO. With a caster wheel on the tongue, it rolls around the shop floor like a...

Weingartz is a good parts source: https://www.weingartz.com/assembly-diagram/john-deere-parts-lookup/model-130-lawn-tractor-9-hp-pc2055-130-carburetor-fuel-air/4275-35331-444539 Unfortunately, many parts for the 130 are no longer available.

We get them frequently under the eves of our textured vinyl siding. The remnants of the nest are indeed tough to remove. If you don't remove it all, the wasps quickly build a new nest in the same spot. I use a Rotox nozzle on my pressure washer, which does a good job. Might be tough on a...

You know you're old when this is the way you hunt:

This is the parts diagram for the governor on the JD 950. You might check to see if they are all in place. Here's the link to the Weingartz parts lookup page: https://www.weingartz.com/assembly-diagram/john-deere-parts-lookup/model-950-tractor-pc1876-governor-fuel-air/4275-35272-524988...

Are you sure your tractor does not have a governor? Most modern brands do. As long as it is working properly, a governor maintains RPM as the load varies. It does not increase or decrease it. What tractor / PTO generator combination are you using?

I had the dealer install W&R Long valves on both my tractors. Cost around $1100 each, and they have been working fine for 5 years now. My only complaint about this, or any other solenoid valve, is the fact you can't feather it. It's either on or off. This sometimes makes it difficult to get...

She may not get the gun back but she's still alive and the would be thieves got the message. If it were me, I'd have done the same thing, hopefully with better aim.

I have a Baumalight 12KW PTO generator mounted on a trailer. I put a caster wheel on the trailer tongue so it can be rolled around in the barn. It's easier to hook up a trailer than it is to mount a 3pt genny. My only complaint is, I have to remove the implement on the tractor to hook up the...

I use this 3pt to SSQA adapter to put a FEL bucket on the 3pt...

I know how you feel, it's difficult to put into words when someone violates your personal space. It happened to me years ago when I was building the house. I was working full time and building the place in my spare time. I was young & foolish, and there was no crime around here at the time...

Same here. The message implies the changes may be location specific.

This thread keep's reminding me of the bonuses of owning a cabbed tractor. I use a modified ag spreader to spread aggregate on my 1.25 mile private road in Winter. I used to have to wear a mask & goggles to keep the dust out of my eyes & lungs. I also had to blow my Carhart's off with the...

Not really. The debris is mostly wood chips and small lightweight pieces of vegetation.

I have an articulating offset ditch & bank flail mower that can be used vertically. When I use it to trim brush and branches along my private road, I would get pelted with flying debris on my open station tractor. I would have to "suit up" with gloves, goggles and a hard hat. A cab solves that...

No one at the dealership knows, but four other L6060's on the lot have them.

Very true. I was lucky enough to be able to keep my open station tractor instead of trading. Both types are necessary to maintain the estate.

One of each Main reason I have a cab:

I get multiple letters and phone calls every week offering to buy my land at less than half it's value. Here's a link explaining what's going on: https://nationalland.com/blog/unsolicited-offers-for-your-land/#:~:text=Thousands%20of%20these%20letters%20go,for%20well%20below%20market%20value.

Yeah, I've busted my share of those outboard lights on my L6060. I'm concerned about forward visibility when on the road, so I don't want to block the amber side of the light with anything. What I do is loosen the mounting bracket & lamp bolt slightly, so with a little effort, I can swing the...

I have the Maschio Giraffa offset ditch & bank flail: https://www.maschiogaspardo.com/en/web/international/giraffa-l Like the BCRM, the cutter head articulates, making it easy to clear debris and sharpen the hammers.

I mow a couple of my fields every year or two, just to keep the invasives from taking over. I used to use a brushog but lately, I've started using the offset flail. It's easier to see what I'm cutting and I'm not rolling over the uncut vegetation with the tractor. I take the bucket off when...

I'm not an expert but I would level it. The crew that installed mine took great care make sure it was level. They used washers for shims under the rubber feet to get it level. Here's some info...

It's always sad to hear of accidents like this. I assume it is legal to ride in the place you mention. If so, hopefully, there is some form of insurance available to help the injured. I live in coal country and there are many abandoned stripping pits where people ride. The land is posted...

Collecting coins has been a hobby of mine since I was a kid. It was an enjoyable hobby over the years, but I no longer have the time for it. Sad to say the rather sizeable collection now just sits in my safe. Lately, I've been thinking about taking it to a few local numismatists for an...

No question that Kubota makes an expensive product. Time will tell if the extra money will pay off. I have two friends who have been using their Kubota tractors for over 30 years with little trouble. It remains to be seen if the same will hold true for the newer brands. In any case...

If you're ever up in the Bradford PA. area, check out the Zippo/Case museum: https://www.zippo.com/pages/zippo-case-museum-flagship-store Every type of Zippo lighter and Case knife ever made is on display. Admission is free and they will repair any Zippo on site. You can also see how they...

Yeah, this topic has been done to death here, but I have a question for those who have used both: I went to the dealer this week to get replacement knives for my flail. The guy behind the counter said I should switch to hammers because they last longer and cut just as well. Has anyone found...

Before non ethanol gas was available around here, I used engineered fuel in my small engines: https://trufuel50.com/ Due to the cost, it isn't practical for large gas generators though.

You don't want to wind up like this girl: No harm done though:

Draining the oil into a large pan is the easy part. Getting it into a container to recycle is another issue. My Kubotas both hold 15 gal of oil. A pan with that much oil is too heavy to lift and must be pumped into containers. I use rScottys idea and evacuate as much oil as possible through...

This post reminds me of an incident that happened over 40 years ago. A neighbor lady called and asked if I would pull out an old unused fence line. I declined, but not for fear of damaging my tractor. Her deceased husband had sold off parcels of land for cash, on which he never paid taxes...

I just ignore em' while mowing, I have a cab.

I'm in my late 70's now with two hip replacements. A few years back, I found I was no longer able to ride very far on my standard bike. In my younger years, I rode my bike all over, and it was very disappointing to have to give it up. E-bikes have been a godsend for me. I can now ride...

For those who try and avoid using e-gas in their small engines, here's a tip. If you use a pump that dispenses both non ethanol gas, and e-gas, make sure you clear the e-gas from the pump & hose first by selecting non ethanol and pumping the first couple of gallons into your vehicle tank before...

I don't remember how many I caught using peanut butter in a havahart trap. I eventually got tired of relocating & releasing them and just put the trap and contents in a tub of water. I then threw the carcasses out in the field for the buzzards. Eventually, a family of Red Fox moved in and we...

I had a old Woods 1050 3pt backhoe on my Kubota L3010. It did not perform well with the 3pt mount and eventually broke the transmission housing where the top link attaches. It's hard to imagine a quick hitch would stand the strain without breaking something.

Regardless of the brand you choose, consider which dealer is closer, has the best maintenance / parts department and the most knowledgeable staff. "Value" isn't always reflected in price.

I've been an e-biker since 2015 and thoroughly enjoy the sport. I'm 77 now and the e-bike allows me to reach remote places on trails I haven't been able to access by bike in over 10 years. It also relieves some of the anxiety of not being able to get back should a problem occur. For...

There was no girt behind the location where I wanted to place the exterior outlet, so I screwed a piece of plywood between the girts above and below. I fastened a 4" box to the plywood at the place I wanted the outside outlet. I drilled a 1" hole through the plywood and sheet metal siding and...

Probably the best choice if natural gas is available. It isn't foolproof though. My brother in law lives near Wilmington NC and installed a whole house natural gas system when he built his place in 1995. When hurricane Floyd hit the area in 1996, there were so many homes destroyed and gas...

I do the same, but I can't dedicate a tractor just for generator duty. I have to remove the mower, spreader, etc and connect the genny to the PTO. I did mount it on a trailer, which I just roll up to the tractor instead of having to mount it on the 3pt. Even so, I'm not getting any younger and...

My main genny is diesel also. I fuel it from my 1000 gal fuel oil tank. I keep it topped off during storm season and it would run the generator for a month if necessary.

If you use a propane generator, consider the size of your propane tank. At full load, a 22K model will use a lot of fuel. My neighbor found that out the hard way. During the last 7 day outage we had, he drained his 400gal tank in a little over 4 days. Not a problem if your average outage is...

Yes, .10. Anything larger jams in the spool.

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I had the same problem with my old Craftsman gas trimmer. Cutting along the walls, it would eat a spool of string in no time. It didn't seem to matter what size or type of string I used. For most of the work I do along fence lines, walls & foundations, the gas trimmer was overkill. I also...

One feature I like with the L6060 that the LX series lacks is the hi/lo hydraulic, shift on the fly range selector. It converts the 3 range HST to 6. I also have an MX5800 which did not have an air ride seat. The OEM seat was adjusted via a spring tension adjuster knob. I'm a heavy guy and...

Had the same dilemma but in my case, I chose the L6060. It's been my experience after owning 7 tractors, bigger is always better for the work I do. In any case, welcome to the forum! I'm sure you will love the L5460! (y)

Please don't misunderstand my post. I'm not criticizing, or trying to talk you out of doing your project. These are just my thoughts. I'm also retired any have the time to work on projects like this, but my time is still worth something. Everyone has different priorities, but I place my...

This is often true, but unfortunately, it takes them too long to realize it.

My latest complaint is about the mechanics who use my vehicle for personal use while it is in for service. I had my pickup truck at a body shop to fix a dent last month. A few days after I dropped it off, I was driving through town in my wife's car and saw my truck parked at the local diner. I...

I'm just west of you near Honesdale. I have a 1.25 mile private gravel road which I maintain. I buy a product from Atkinson Materials, now a division of the H&K Group, near Hawley. It's called 2A modified and it has plenty of fines. I find adding stone dust isn't necessary. This of course...

Those sheds house permanent exhibits, such as this one, that would be difficult to move: The maintenances sheds are in the northeast section of the roundhouse: When they did the cosmetic restoration of the #4012, they split the engine and put the sections in 3 different stalls. I don't...

It's brother, the #4012, is on display at the Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton. The plan is restore it to running condition but it has to be split to fit the turntable. It's also too long to fit in the roundhouse sheds.

Could be a good deal! As he says in the ad, the two batteries are worth more than the asking price. Of course, that depends on how well the batteries were treated. Regardless of how well the saw works, it's just icing on the cake.

Over the last few years, there has been a rash of cancer cases in our part of the county. Thankfully, we have not been affected. We have been drinking our untreated deep well water for 40 years. Thinking this might be a contributing factor, I had the well water tested by a certified lab. The...

Carry a cell phone and call MacGyver.

The folks around here are all handy with tools and, out of necessity, are capable of doing most projects themselves. It's just a way of life.

I wish you were located in my area. We needed a true craftsman capable of doing custom cabinet work and they just don't exist around here. We live in a rural area and there aren't many contractors to begin with. None would tackle modifying or replacing the existing cabinet. Even contractors...

I've used UDT for over 30 years in all my Kubota HST tractors. Now, it's time to change the hyd. oil on my L6060 & MX5800 and my dealer only stocks Super UDT2. They say UDT needs to be special ordered. Is UDT being phased out? SUDT2 is twice the price (It will cost $1300 for 2 tractors). Is...

If you do it often, I would consider an SSQA adapter.

My BIL works at the county recycle center. It's amazing what people take there. He had to put up a pole barn to house all the stuff he's collected! He sells on eBay & Craigslist and also at local flea markets. It's a hobby for him that nets a tidy sum every year!

More power to us old guys! I'm 77 and just replaced a built in 35 year-old combination conventional / microwave oven. The cabinet is an old style 24" wide unit and there are no direct replacement combo ovens on the market that will fit the old opening. We talked to several contractors, but...

What operating system are you using? If it's Windows on a PC, just right click on the picture and select "copy". Then right click again and "Paste" it in the space along with your reply. Make sure the cursor is at the spot where you want the picture to appear.

Just import a few beaver. You'll have a dam & pond in no time! I know someone who actually did this.

3rd function valve??

I've been using DuluthFlex cargo pants for years. IMO, there is none better. I rarely pay full price. If you're on their mailing list, you get notified of sales, usually once a month or so. Sometimes as much as 40% off!

The Kubota treddles do require some getting used to. I have no experience with the F series, but the L and MX series look like this: In both cases, my heel stays on the deck floor and I press down on the "wing" with the toe of my boot to go forward. For reverse, I slip my toe under the wing...

Here in PA where I live, I never had much luck with ag auctions. In addition to the questionable condition of the item up for bid, many use shill bidders to ensure nothing is sold at a loss. This practice is very easy to do online. More times than not, the winning bid is equal to, or higher...

Small pneumatic tires! I must have 50 of 'em on mowers, wheelbarrow, snow thrower, hand truck, gauge wheels, etc. It seems every time I go to use an implement, it has a flat. I gave up patching tubes and simply replace them with solid or foam filled tires. I've replaced almost half so far...

I had an earlier version of the Woods TKP72 but needed something larger. I traded it for a Landpride FDR2584. Both cut well and have rear discharge, which I like. I often mow in reverse in an open environment where a guard isn't necessary. The Woods cut better in reverse due to the fact the...

Another trick is to keep the PTO spline clean when it isn't being used. It's easily done with a spline boot, such as this one...

I use this Anderson Powerpole fused buss block: I mounted it below the dash where it's easily accessible and ran #10 wire forward to the battery. It provides 8 individually fused circuits, up tp 40 amps, for all my plug in equipment...

Every time I think of crop dusting, I'm reminded of the iconic scene from Hitchcock's North by Northwest:

The above trailer wiring harness alligator clip adapter is really meant to replace the cigarette lighter socket which neither of my vehicles have. It isn't meant for heavy amperage equipment. The circuits in my vehicles are fused at 40A. I use it mainly to power my Viair 400P air compressor...

It isn't intended to jump start another vehicle, just provide 20 to 40 amps (depending on the vehicle) for lighter loads like tools, chargers etc. The circuit has a 40 amp fuse on my pickup and is rated for that according to the manual.

Your idea should work, although for reasons mentioned above, it might not be as simple as it seems. What is the ceiling height of you shop? Could you use a 4 post lift to store implements off the floor and park the tractor underneath? Not cheap by any means, but the lift can be used for...

I got tired of having to pop the hood every time I wanted to connect alligator clips to the battery. Cigarette lighter sockets used to be a convenient place to tap into 12V power, but many new vehicles don't have them. They are also limited to less than 10 amps and often controlled by the...

My L3430 was ordered with one rear remote and I added two more for a T&T kit by tapping that hyd. block. I made a bracket that attaches to the ROPS using existing bolts, no cutting or drilling required. It holds a Prince two spool valve over the right fender: I added two OEM coupler...

I have a dedicated driveshaft that I leave connected to my Maschio flail. That way, I just connect it to the tractor PTO, which has a flip up lid.

You know you're old when you try and remember those old song titles from the 60's and come up with these: 1. Herman's Hermits--- Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Walker 2. The Bee Gees--- How Can You Mend a Broken Hip. 3. Bobby Darin--- Splish, Splash, I Was Havin' a Flash. 4. Ringo Starr---...

I find it easier to climb up onto my BH92 hoe if I don't lower the outriggers completely until after I'm seated.