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This was a muni truck so they probably removed the trailer brake knob in order to avoid confusion. The truck probably never had a trailer attached and the muni had no intention to do so.

My father has a 2011 Chevy 2500 that he plows snow with. Not new, but I would consider it fairly modern. It needs a third set of rocker panels and cab corners, a new bed and probably at least a patch in the frame. About 60k miles. Granted, not diligently taken care of, but still, 10 years of New...

Just seeing this now. RIP Roy and condolences to the family. What a shock. I had to check myself, but he was just posting last week.

Like 5030 mentioned, a plastic washer at the hinge point and tighten it down well. I did that on my Kubota (2 on each tube) and it silenced the ROPS. Haven't had any noise all year. I usually leave it folded down, but it hasn't impeded folding back up when working on slopes.

I agree with the others. You need a full size TLB. I'd budget about $25K to get a decent used machine that won't always be broke down. If it were me, I'd hire the clearing part and driveway construction. This gets the heavy, labor intensive parts out of the way and you on the land quicker. If...

I think you should jump on it. The used market is very subjective. Maybe you could get more, but the chances are higher that if you hang onto it, it will be sold as scrap someday. And $10 towards the new body is a good start.

How old are the filters and fluid? Could your filters be a little loose and sucking air? High gear is really only used on flat surfaces, like traveling on the road, but I would expect that in Low, the tires should spin. Even in Medium 2wd, the tires would spins with some effort. I'm wondering...

Neither was I. I thought it looked a bit hookie and wasn't too interested. My wife and I are big fans of Yellowstone after watching a couple episodes. Looking forward to this new season.

I ran D rated tires on my 1/2 ton and liked them. You just have to watch out on inflation pressures with alloy wheels. Some alloys will have a max inflation pressure. Exceeding that pressure can crack the bead on the rim. On the other hand, I would run closer to the high end (allowable for the...

Most used (in order): Loader with bucket & toothbar, brush cutter, finish mower, snow plow, pine needle rake (works for other leaves too), landscape rake (mostly as ballast but does push snow), forks. Least or never used: I bought, but never used a sub-soiler. I just move it around to get to...

I remember years ago that some diesel injection pump racks would stick, so that the throttle would not respond. Careful though, 'cause they can stick wide open too.

One thing I do notice is that most diesel specific additives smell the same. Must be the anti-gel.

A cetane improver, anti-gel and lubricity improver are all pretty common. I use Amsoils All-In-One. Its not magic and does not normally do much in the way of noticeable driving or mileage improvements. No gelled fuel though. :)

Op has probably been busy using that new rig while the rest of us are sitting here online! I like the fact that he seems to be a productive, thoughtful person and joined here to give a well thought-out review of his buying experience. OP congrats on the tractor, welcome, and please feel free...

Dave, that's right, and the chain can feed a mid-mount spinner to put the product in front of the rear tires. Nice rig Hay Dude!

Wow - some really great answers. It's hard to pick one, but my top four goes inline with what has been suggested: - Jesus (this would be awesome on so many levels) - My great-grandfather - My great-uncle, namesake and hellion / priest - My father in-law (who died when my wife was 20)

I have a big wheeled Schumacher that is a charger/jump starter and it works great. That's for when you need to get going and you have a battery too low to crank. I think I bought it on Amazon, but can't remember. For trickle chargers I bought a Noco 1 based on reviews here. Liked it so much I...

Is that bad welding or sewing with mechanics wire? Look like the wire was laced up in there pretty well.

Stainless lines, and never-seize on non-critical fasteners. I agree. From a business perspective though, the auto industry gets hammered with safety, economy, and emissions regulations. They need to market a vehicle that appeals to the masses, meets regulation and is at least reasonable in...

$25k should get you a good machine. And something a bit newer than a 1989. Look around, you'll find some more. Case, Cat (kinda premium price), Ford/ New Holland are all good and parts are readily availible. I'm a bit partial to the old Ford 555.

My tires on everything but the daily driver age out before they wear out. You are in a unique spot though. The 19.5's on your truck could be re-capped, but with the weight you tow/haul and distance you travel, I think that's a mistake.

I ran it once in a blue moon in my 2012. It felt smoother, mileage was 10% worse than the abysmal mileage it had on regular. It did run and smell cleaner. I think the oil would get less dirty, but that's just speculation. I think the only places we can get it in new England is on the MA...

Air will dissipate pretty quickly. I would assume in an hour if it is really whipped. Water can emulsify and stay in the oil for long periods. That is mayonnaise. Does the tractor stay outdoors? How does the the vent look?

Mossy - I did very similar. My blood sugar was at 111 last year. At my heaviest I think the scale once read 340. I tried every imaginable diet plan possible. Fasting, Atkins, Low Carb, Keto, etc. Bought Golo by the case. Still big. Some heart issues brought it all to the forefront. I've...

I don't know how much trans fluid a BX has, but for $25, must not be much in the sump. With backhoe and loader, you probably have as much in the implement and steering as the sump. Keep flushing until clear. You cannot get the water out without heat and it's really not worth it. Next immediate...

Show off! :) I won't go into my list. It's not impressive but it could be embarrassing. We've lost a few people in the past couple of months and I'm realizing that I'm leaving a lot of junk to whomever has to clean up behind me. No kids, so probably my nephew and niece. I need to get rid of a...

I'm a fan of any of the oil/lanolin based coatings. Just did a pre-treatment of the rockers and frame of my new truck with Fluid Film and NH Oil Undercoating materials. I'd like to play with the Krown products too, just haven't gotten around to it. One thing I have noticed is that over time...

Both are low pressure filters on the suction side of each pump (hydraulic for implements and steering, charge pump for trans). As SDT said, the systems have different tolerances, so a relatively crude filter is on the hydraulic side and fine filter on the trans side. Once the fluid is picked up...

LD1 - My 2003 F450 dump (C&C short wheelbase) has a GVWR of 15k. 7.3L with 6 speed stick. But its 2wd. Maybe thats why its rated a bit lighter? Empty, its tare weight is very light (for truck of that size) at 8200lbs. So it can legally haul 3 tons, but that feels awful heavy. Anyway, it pairs...

I've been doing the drive-through thing for a little while at my local coffee shop. I always buy for the cops if I can, and most times, especially Fridays, for the people behind me. The first time it happened to me, I was shocked. Its a nice surprise for people.

The cutter will work fine as ballast. And IF it feels too light, its easy to throw nearly anything on the deck to weigh it down further. Even if you add another 100lbs for packing materials and pallet, this should be a reasonable lift for your tractor. But the ballast makes it safe, and easier...

The new ranger and the colorado/canyons seem nearly the same size as the old "jelly-bean" F150s. They were a really great size, I had 2.

I think this may be a function of the shortages on everything vs dealer / manufacture ability to locate parts.

Congrats! The L2501 is a great tractor. Punches way above its weight class. You're gonna love it!

I find that I can't see the color difference in normal light, but if I shine a flashlight on the sight glass, I can see the difference.

Sorry for your loss Eddie. I wish I had some good advice for you, but can only echo the advice given. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

I don't think scaredychicken believes me about the bigger truck. Here is my tow rig. Love this old truck too.

Oh - it's pronounced diggah too. :) The last spray in liner I had was great at protecting the bed, but stuff that you wanted to slide would stick like glue, and stuff that you didn't want to slide would careen all over the bed. I like the rubber mat idea. Its the only bed protector I haven't...

East Coast slang for a wild trip and fall. Usually involves windmilling arms and flailing legs!

But wouldn't that also cause a weak loader?

OP - not sure who your dealer is, but try contacting Chappell Tractor in NH. That is where I bought my machine and they have been excellent to me. Maybe they can help in some way? I see nothing wrong with washing your equipment unless you are hitting sensitive seals with a pressure washer at a...

They heat the sample to determine moisture content.

I like having my oil shipped to me too. In the time it takes to go to the store, I can do an oil change. Not only that, us working stiffs don't have a lot of time for shopping, so I like to order my stuff ahead of time to pre-plan for a weekend of chores. With that said, I buy Amsoil products...

Cleaned up nice! Curious what the door sticker has for a your GVWR. can you take a picture of it?

I use NH Oil Undercoating and Fluid Film. FF is a great lube too. The tractor doesn't see much if any road salt, so I've only sprayed it once. My trucks get regular treatment. One thing I have noticed is that if you prevent rust in some areas, other areas rust excessively. My last truck was...

I was expecting to see some water in the analysis. It looks cloudy like it has emulsified a little. Is the machine new to you? Do you know the history? Maybe somebody couldn't make the payments so they parked it in a creek or something? That mess is all throughout the tractor, loader and...

I'll get a picture this weekend as I have a mowing job, but I have the same size tractor, a 5ft brush cutter and a 18ft trailer (16+2). I leave the cutter attached to the tractor and drive on the trailer, curling the loader bucket so that the cutting edge is pointed directly down. The bucket is...

Update - still loving the truck. Filled up today, hand calc'ed average a 25.1 and the average per tank on the computer said 25. Jstpssng - figured out the fuel thing using the steering wheel controls. Has the same choices 25, 50 and 450. No stalk control though. Sunday I spent some time under...

I like to walk a property before quoting. Up here in NH, there are no big open fields, just small, rocky, wooded, steep patches. I average about 1/2 - 1 acre per hour. My first cut is almost always 1/2 and within a few cuttings up to 1 acre per hour. Cutting varys based on customer. anywhere...

I like the folding up of the tail wheel. Doesn't mess with what works and takes nearly no time. You'd have to move the mower about 500 times to equal the time you spent on the dovetail. No to mention, the mods you need to make when the dovetail drags too. Maybe replace the bolt on the tail wheel...

I've run into these issues too. I don't need to input drawing data into anything (like GPS equipment or CNC equipment) so pdf drawing works fine for me. A couple of years ago I bought a personal version of BlueBeam Revu. Works good for my needs and converts nearly everything to pdf.

Coolant is blowing out of the radiator or expansion tank? Is that what you mean by purged? No coolant in the oil is a good thing. If you are getting combustion pressure into the coolant system (forcing the coolant out) I think you are right, I think you have had a head gasket failure. Whether...

Your price point puts you in the range of well used wheeled mid-size machines with hand and foot controls. Typically that means that the bucket and boom is controlled by your feet and the sticks are for forward and backward movement of each side of wheels. Takes some practice to get comfortable...

I might not try that with the F450!

BTW - I topped off the tank with (was just under half on the fuel gauge) 12.30 gallons and traveled 283 miles. 23 mpg to date mixed with some idling and stop and go driving over the weekend. Dash meter was registering 21.5 (the meter averages the last 50 miles). Back on my morning commute...

Tough guy trucks. At least in the past you had to build one, now you can spec it out at the dealer. There is a gentleman with a blue Ram TRX that gets his morning coffee at the same place I do. I wonder if he encounters any wild jumps on the way there? I haven't seen any.

Arly - there is a similar Ranger to yours on the lot at the nearest Ford dealer. Of course I stopped to look at it. Extended cab, blue, 4x4, Lariat. Nice. But the sticker was around $44K and the dealer tacked on another $4K as an availability fee. I really like the new Rangers, but the driving...

Easiest and most accurate way to determine that is by the GVWR and empty weight. GVWR is right on the door jamb. Run the truck over a CAT scale (see if you can get a total weight and each axle weight) and subtract. If I was guessing, I think you'd be overweight or very close dry. Add some gear...

Thanks guys! Like I said, it checks all the boxes for me and really is a sweet ride. The tiny bed is OK by me. It really just has to haul our weekly garbage, hardware store runs, parts, hand tools and such. The dump truck does the heavy lifting (moving the outlaws tomorrow). For work, I often...

Well - I finally replaced my daily driver and 3/4ton truck with one all-round rig. Just bought a 2022 GMC Canyon and I love it. Crew Cab, Elevation package (midgrade) short bed, 4x4 with the 3.6L V6. I mean, generally any new car compared to a 2006 CRV with 300K miles is great. But this truck...

Folks that are able to peddle a couple hundred miles typically don't have to worry about their size! I lost nearly 60 lbs this year. Got a few more to go, but the biggest surprise (besides how my ankle, knee and joint pain vanished) is that I fit into spaces and can move like a normal human...

There lies the quandary, How much do you invest in early oil changes and higher priced synthetics when 10 years go by the the truck or car is rusted out? My DD is a 2006 CRV that I bought used with 129K. Regular 10k oil changes per the manual. Usually I use Amsoil OE 5w-20, but have used some...

That about 356 CY. One medium excavator (Cat 315 size): 1/2 day. The mini (E60) and skidsteer: 1 good day (8+hours) Backhoe: 1.5 to 2 days All on competent ground, no wet conditions, experience operator. But.. You could make a ramp and get the skidsteer at the bottom and fine grade. You...

Funny enough, the Chinese restaurant (takeout only) that we go to has their duck sauce in rig just like this! Help yourself!

I have no stake in LS, so that should tell you something. But it seems like they are a very good tractor brand that needs time to establish. Generally, it seems as if owners are very happy with them. But I think the attachments may be made by other companies (will be corrected here shortly)...

You'll want to get the actual payload of your truck/trailer combo to determine the largest machine size you can carry. My guess is its probably in the 10 or 11K pound category. A little smaller, but still a capable size. I can see the point on rental in your area, and that's definitely a...

Good point, and something I didn't think of. When it's loaded its flat and level, but unloaded it sits nose-high by a few inches. It not obnoxious, but a little too high. That's probably it. I have a brand new spare that I'll put on and I'll order another. This will get me through the rest of...

I'll echo M59. The weight of the excavator can put you in a weird spot. A couple of flaws I see in your thinking regarding moving the machine: - Your 14K trailer is rated for a GCWR of 14K, not a load of 14K. - Excavators are classed by weight. Be careful here because a 6 ton machine can be...

Really nice machine! bmaverick- that's good to know as my old 770 is still in the family and will eventually need some things.

Those are some interesting rear tires. Was this a golf course machine?

You'll all tremble when I get my 87 6.2L diesel back on the road. 130HP and just enough torque to pull a doughnut from a paper bag!

I have just a simple Reese Towpower controller. But I'm pretty sure that when I adjusted the brake boost, I did so with a load on the trailer. My truck stops pretty well and is very heavy (F450 dump) so it can be hard to tell if the trailer is braking. I thought about this last night, but I...

Don't be embarrassed! Your house is amazing and you should be proud.

Tim - good point. I have a relatively cheap controler in that truck and it grabs quickly. I guess that unloaded skid must have done that.

I have a relatively new (4 years old) Quality Steel and Aluminum 10K, 18ft, equipment trailer and towed my tractor to and from a job yesterday. When I returned, I noticed that the tires on the front axle have a flat spot where it looked like the wheels locked and dragged. The tread (the tires...

Nice rig Deerefan! These trucks last forever with really little upkeep.

I apologize for not reading the entire thread, but could the OP's thief have taken the patio set by accident? The reason I ask is that around here, anything by the road is considered free unless it has a sign with a price. Unwritten rule, but stuff will move fast! I've intentionally left out old...

Problem is that most of us can only afford the old stuff! I've compared my very old (03) 7.3PS to my less old (2012) 6.0L gas truck in towing. Both tow pretty good, but I'd say they are on the same playing field. But the diesel stays in double digit fuel economy even when towing and my 2500...

I have never owned one, but I think the V10 was a decent engine, and paired with the auto of that generation, it should be good truck. I test drove an older one with the four speed and I think that was the only weak point besides abysmal fuel mileage. The market is crazy and HD trucks are...

Heck - braided stainless hose counts for "trick"!

I think it come down to corporate fuel economy standards more than anything. An Ecoboost type engine is complicated and expensive to produce. A big old pushrod V8 is not. Why make an expense engine when a simple one will do. and since the CAFE standards apply only up to 8600 gvwr vehicles (I...

Belts, hoses, fluids. Yep - good idea. I'm a believer of regular brake fluid and PS fluid changes too. Water pump and thermostat - only if they go bad. But you missed a small but important one: windshield wipers.

I'm not sure on an LS, but generally you want plenty of fuel flow going into the injection pump. I would guess that they designed it that way to protect the injection pump from starvation and even if the engine runs, the injection pump may not be happy.

I'd like one. Much cheaper of course, but I like rechargeable equipment. They are quiet, and as I get older the noise bothers me more and more. Even with ear protection. Would love to plow my driveway at night or very early in the morning without disturbing the neighbors. And with global...

The L series is Kubota's economy compact tractor, not premium, but this would have happened regardless of model. All of the issues except the first blown hose sounds like poor dealer prep. The replacement hose should have been checked before sending it out. They should have also noted the weak...

Clutch,pto,and seat switches are the only ones I'm aware of that affect starting. I don't think there is a switch on the brakes other than for the brake lights.

A mini is great and easy to move, but a bigger machine works circles around it. Your rig is a really nice size. It big enough to do real work and not obnoxiously huge. My father had a Komatsu PC150 that was the bee's knees!

Amazon is very convenient for the consumer but nearly everything I get is name brand and nearly store cost. But no parts anymore. Ordering parts through Amazon and Rock Auto has been a nightmare to me. Even Autozone parts are higher quality. I buy parts in the following order: - If I need it...

Sunandsand - you have some good questions here and have demonstrated a willingness to learn. I think you'll do well with you tractor. The Handyman author on the other hand should not the be writing an advice column about operating tractors. Maybe he's knowledgeable about other things, but not...

Only used 30 minutes per year!

It makes you wonder though: What if we started our love of automobiles with electric vehicles when in its infancy (which was a real possibility)? Could you imagine everyone's arguments against petroleum powered vehicles now (if there were a need for them) when 100 years of infrastructure was...

Sorry for your loss Sig. I think you've been an excellent son. Can't say I didn't shed a tear at the end of your post. And good on your Dad for living a great life. As tough as this time is, celebrate his legacy. Sounds like a heck of a guy!

If the tires are ok, just one leaker, I'd throw tubes in both fronts (the other will start as soon as you fix the leaker). If you replace the tire, do both. The tire diameter between the two shouldn't cause much undue wear (front to back is more critical), but again, the other tire will soon go.

Arly - is that a typo? you said in a post above 23.5 mpgs. Either way, not bad for a mid-size 4x4. I see the GM mid size trucks are new for 2023 and using a similar powertrain to complete with the Ranger. I hope they get mid 20's for mileage.

Thanks for the write-up Mike.

My 25Hp machine is great for loader work. It has enough power to spin the loaded tires in low, and enough grunt to move itself and load pretty quickly up scary steep hills (as fast as I care to go). Where it lacks is PTO power. She bogs down in heavy grass with a five ft rotary brush cutter or...

Nice! Is that a boat seat? My vinyl just started to pull from the seat bottom and I have never be happy with the seat ride, vinyl cover and position (need ~ 1 inch backwards).

Nice Dodge! Cummins? Nothing like a small dump truck for general work. Beats the pants off of a regular pick-up truck. I have a baby chipper (rated to 4inches, but comfortable at 3") attached to a DR Field mower. 15 HP, no self feed. But it works great for my own work at home. I like having it...

Check simple stuff first, is the drive belt on correctly? If looped in the wrong direction, it might be spinning backwards.

I agree that people need to do what works for themselves. There is a lot of hookum out there. Over that last few years my weight has been getting out of control because I have a high stress job that involves virtually no activity and love to eat. I've tried the gym and virtually every diet out...

My air filter looked OK, but it was gray with carbon from the exhaust. The L2501 is great because it lacks emissions equipment, but it sucks because it lacks emissions equipment. Besides the lack of power inherent in a 25HP compact tractor, it will smoke slightly when under load and at start-up...

The track loader will run circles around most compact tractors with loaders. But they don't have 3pt hitches and only run PTO equipment out front. Loader-to-loader, you'll be disappointed. What's the likelihood of dear-ole-dad-in-law selling the track loader to you for a family price? You...

I learned the lesson the hard way. I never expected that build-up to harden in there. Took about an hour with the air-gun on each and every fin to get it clean all the way through.

Ha! Actually, it was warm out to me, but I felt relatively comfortable. Wore shorts and white shirt.

The weekend before last, I cut a small 2 acre field that I have cut many times with the brush cutter. This time I used my finish mower, as all of the "brush" is gone and it was nothing more than thick grass. Both the brush cutter (5ft JD 506) and finish mower (Landpride 1872) are oversized for...

This is my daily commute. I have no idea why they do this. It takes very little common sense to realize that along the side of the truck is the most dangerous place to be. True idiots.

Nice setup! Love the cutter!

I stand corrected. I never knew it bolted on so far inboard under the cab. My father had a "triple nickel" for 20 years and i never saw those mounting bolts.

It's basically brand new and a new one has to be close to $30k or more. Is he selling it to pay off the loan? Seems cheap. Good deal if it's all legit.

A rock, and good my coffee cup after it was knocked out of my cupholder. A set of new blades right before. Ugh.

I don't see the Massey photo and know nothing of those TLBs, but know that the Ford is not a removable backhoe. The swing frame is a part of the tractor frame. The swing cylinders are part of it too. I'm sure it could be done, but there is a lot of heavy fabrication to do.

I have a lot of hours on many types of loaders. The bigger, the stronger and better to handle abuse. Our little tractors are not D6 dozers or Cat 980's as much as we want them to be.

I just sold my diesel generator. Nice rig, but way too big and never would start when I need it. Of course as soon as I listed it, I went out to try and see if it would crank. With little hope, I turned the key and Whoom!, started right up. Now if it was raining, cold and the power out, it would...

Someone asked about my insurance company in a post above (page 7 or so): Next Insurance. OP - please post after you complete the job and let us know how you first paid job goes. I cut a customer property yesterday. He is my favorite customer by far. His field is just under 2 acres. He wanted...

From where I'm sitting, it sounds like a LX or L with backhoe would be just right for what you want. But - I'll caveat that the initial post question about bucket size will never be perfect. Bucketing is the slowest, most repetitive way to move material from A to B. Soon you'll want a Cat 980...

Does the housing have relief plugs? They look like small pipe plugs where grease fittings could fit, but on opposite sides of the actual grease fittings. Mine has the plugs and according to the manual, the plugs need to be removed, then you can grease the joint. Excess grease comes from those...

A small Italian sub at Santoro's in Lowell, MA. With mayo. By far the dirtiest place I've ever been in and you take your life in your hands in the parking lot (junkies and such). But the subs are worth it. So good.

Is the loader up or down? If down, you might be able to do all of the tasks with a couple of engine hoists. If its up, I'm not sure. If you disconnect the hydraulic lines you will have an uncontrolled fall of the loader. Not good. Could you temporarily seal the hole in the timing cover to run...

RIP JC Whitney. I had many sets of crappy "off-road" lights from there. Almost bought a train horn too.

I would give your little welder a workout (and/or grinder if you weld like me!). You could make some really simple rectangular patches, cut, and weld them in. All nice flat surfaces. The cutter looks to be in great shape otherwise. Definitely worth repairing. I would even say its worth taking...

Pay off mortgage, cancer and Alz related charity, siding, windows, pool repairs & fence. Remaining would be split to bolster emergency fund and retirement funds. Wife and I would take jobs that we want instead of jobs that we need.

Thanks for the photos Haydude and Snobdds! Something about a nicely cut field that looks so clean and inviting.

Jeff is going to pop up and mention that you need to put your location in your profile. Which, for a question like this is important. Up here in the Northeast, good used tractors with loaders and 4x4 are hard to find and command a premium. Higher prices than other areas. Jump onto Tractor...

Hmm- that's strange. It allowed me to pick the tasks and excluded tree clearing and removal, excavation and a few other items that I don't do. My renewal came with a letter stating that they changed the terms. It disallowed any and all tree work in general and gave a list of those tree related...

OP - that splined shaft is meant to run a hydraulic pump or other direct drive piece. These engines are used for many different things. Cutting it off might make life easier now, but I wonder if it could cause a balance issue.

Landscaping. It will ask for your general tasks in checklist form and mowing is the closest.

I'd say a mild steel cutting edge should be fine but you would have to touch up the tooth-bar with a grinder pretty often in comparison to a harder steel. And eventually it will be worn out. But unless the wait time is too much, I think you'll have more in time and materials that the cost of...

What soured you on NH? Seemed like a decent rig, but I have never operated them. Lacking features? Reliability?

Snobdds - does your guy have a lot of acreage to cut? Or is it Mr. Snobdds that does the work for Mr. Snobdds? Or both? For what it's worth, my customers typically have enough acres to cut as a field, but not enough to hay. Typically 1- 6 acres and the ones that have the larger properties are...

I cut small fields as a side business (I have insurance and run under a licensed business name, so not a side "gig") and echo Haydude's and LD1's advice. Couple of items from my point of view with small equipment like yours and here in the Northeast: - Always walk the property first. The...

I agree on hiring it out. Even with a new Ventrac or other specific slope mower, it sounds like you'd be in a tough bind if you ever had to ditch or bail out. Could you find someone to mow it once per year? Sell one of those $$$ side-by-sides and you'll pay for many years of mowing. I know it...

If the ring and pinion are locked, you should be able to spin one tire and watch the other one turn in the opposite direction with the front axle off of the ground. Does that work or is each wheel locked?

Nice rig!

First, I think the bulk of the clutch job was the R&R the cab. And that was sometime in the past. This is crazy times and now you have a junk cab to remove and replace with new. So instead of nice easy bolts to remove, he may be estimating some fight from it. I'm no tractor mechanic, but it...

What is truly amazing is the utter destruction of the trailer. Tires popped, axles bent, frame disintegrated, and floor collapsed. If it had working lights, that would be all you could salvage. Lucky for the owner he did not bother investing in them.

That log would make about 50 really nice tables!

For what it's worth, I plow with a 7.5ft repurposed Meyers plow on a QA mount. I cut the A frame down to get it closer to the tractor, as I pin the pivot (usually angled left). No problem pushing wet snow or up to 12" of light snow. Before the Meyer plow I actually used a 9ft Western that I...

My L2501 has been great. Love the machine, but it works on much smaller properties than yours. I use it at home ~ 3 acres, and cut small fields (too small to bale, too rough to mow with a lawn mower) and it's just right for what I do. With that said, I feel that is a bit tippy on steep slopes...

1) I prefer grab hooks looped through the D ring as I've had chains loosen up on me. The bounce of the tractor could let the slip hook detach unless you use the kind that has the spring latches. 2) No different than if that chain had hooks. I see no issue with that. I haul my tractor quite a...

How timely! I have a couple Lucas brand grease guns (I have no idea who makes them) and while they look well made, they suck. The plungers leak grease, so the grease builds up behind the plunger and limits its travel when reloading. The lock lever won't engage half the time, they often gets...

Its you. Sorry, I had too! First - I'm very jealous, as that is a sweet machine and just the right size. But yes, new excavators are fast. And meant to operate smoothly operating multiple functions at once. So when only one function is working, it's fast and jerky. As you become more...

Love the new 1500's They hit the styling just right, comfortable and a lot of power. i rented a 2019 and didn't want to give it back! Congrats!

I can only give you my opinion, but I cheaped out on my purchase and decided last minute against the backhoe. I wish I did not. But a pond excavation was not on my list of projects and I don't think that would be an ideal tool.

You are likely getting some grease in there, but the joint seems like it's a little tight. I assume this is new? My Kubota had trouble taking grease when new. Some of the bores were a little tight, so the grease would flow to the path of least resistance. Now with a few hundred hours and some...

The Bronco Sports are smaller, I think they might be all 4 door models and look to be built on the Escape platform. The Bronco's can be had in 2 or 4 door models and look bigger and more robust. I would guess they are somewhat based on the Ranger platform (???). They are definitely big and...

First dubo - I have major shop envy! Wow! Second - Those seals look to be quite damaged, could that be a chemical compatibility issue? Have you changed your hydro oil from the Kubota spec'ed Super UDT2? I'm shocked at the damage to those seals.

Lets hope so! For reference I run a 6ft finish mower on my L2501 to cut my 2 acre lawn. But I keep it lawn height (3-4 inches). Thick grass will bog it right down.

Is this a single use or purpose rig? Sounds like it will be digging in a wet area of your property, but never off of boostmg property. If that's the case, I say go for the tow behind rig (BTW - these are much easier to find used than reasonably priced mini excavators).

Reacher is 6'5", blonde and has hands like dinner plates per the books. The books are highly predicated on his looks and size. TC was never a good choice. However - the new Top Gun was great. One of a few sequels that could hang with the original. TC made up for all his goofy antics for the...

Glad you are OK! Now that the initial shock is wearing off, go check the fluids. Might have leaked a little out.

Chevron Delo 5w-40 is another good choice. I haven't run the M1 5w-40 in my tractor but had in my Powerstroke. Not impressed. Burnt or leaked even more than normal, like greenrider. Plus I'm convinced that it was louder (if thats possible). I'm sure if you did oil analysis, it would perform...

Siri was safely refusing to use the phone while driving! :) That literally could have been shot from my windshield this morning in MA. Same traffic in left lane. A little light in the right lane.

I think they would be but the dealer would know for certain.

I only calculate value or cost of ownership on things I need but don't want. I have to justify to myself why it's the better choice than not purchasing that item. The tractor, my trucks, etc. do not fall into that category. A new roof, root canal, commuter car, etc. do fit in that category.

What's wrong with that blade? I think I need to sharpen my blades. I did the ones on the JD by hand and never checked the balance. When the deck is engaged, I don't feel a vibration, but its loud as can be. I'm ashamed to say that I've never done the finish mower blades. 5 yrs of cutting my...

Sounds like something is wrong in the range selector area. Weird question, but if you have the range selector in neutral and step on the forward or reverse pedal, does the engine bog? I'd check the fluid levels yourself. Trust but verify.

I think there might be a easier way here. First - any bending that may occur without the pin in place may bend the top plate in the wrong area. Right now, it looks to be an even parabolic bend. Take it off and hit with a BFH, and you might bend back in the wrong location. I would try this...

Welcome! As stated above, there are lots of ways to skin this cat. For a true one-stop machine, I'd look at the small John Deere (1025 or 2025) or Kubota (BX series) tractors with mower, loader and possibly brush cutter. Or myriad of other brand's sub-compact tractors. My best advice, when you...

Wow - nice tractor. I just looked at the Branson site and I'm impressed with that rig on paper. For a competitor to the L2501, it's got some grunt! Loader lift is impressive, but the 3pt hitch lift is astonishing. Very nice rig, but be careful. My L2501 with half the lifting power can lift the...

It's too bad the finance department denied your request. While the lawn mower replacement option may or may not have worked, it would be perfect for clearing the areas you have shown done with a string trimmer with a4ft rotary cutter. Depending on the amount of trails that you mow like that, I...

I knew I could be way off on the materials, but figured they would replace as much as they could, hence the WAG. Did they really only quote one guy to set the toilets? I realize that one person can do it, but its a heavy lift and I figured a plumbing company would assume this to be a two man job...

I'd go for the tree cutter. It may seem overkill, until the day you back over a tree that's just little too big.

Dirttoys - I have to agree with plowhog, you aren't comparing apples to apples. You are comparing an employee salary to a company's estimated hourly service rate. More closely related is the trucking rates that the truck company charges. Which, depending on company, can be $120/hr or so plus...

My Kubota doesn't need glow plugs until 40 degrees (F) or so. Always puffs a bit of black smoke (normal for a L2501). But my original Kubota battery was not strong enough to start it in cold weather. I could either use the glow plugs or crank it, but not both. Popped in an Interstate with double...

Maybe you need a honkin hoe or shovel in the barrel? I know you were looking for no moving parts but what about this: - You mix the concrete in an open top barrel with a large (but not too large) post hole digger off of the three point hitch. Once mixed, pick-up with loader and dump where you want.

The ACI has a qualification test to pass if you are to be an ACI certified concrete field inspector. In that test they have a device to test the entrained air within the concrete. It's called a Rollometer. Its essentially two cylinders with measured amounts of concrete, water and alcohol that...

Congrats Eddie! Nice machine! Does this replace a rig or add to the fleet?

You sure the pump is not on backwards? If you take a line off and try to bleed it but it blows fluid from the filler, that seems like its pumping backwards to me. Does anything come out of the disconnected line?

I think the angst is getting to us all. A Toyota Tundra was parked next to me at the grocery store the other night. My car was the only other one in the lot essentially. The driver of the Tundra must have thought it was funny to park next to me, about 6-inches from my driver side door. No way...

What color is the smoke? Does it smell sweet? Why did it overheat? My tractor with half the power will pull a 5ft brush-hog in tall stuff (working hard). Yours should do so easily, without overheating. Before running it again, I'd try to find out what's going on. Radiator clogged? Low coolant...

Not sure what you have or have not checked, so this may sound ridiculous but first thing I'd check: - The PTO is engaging on the tractor and turning the pump - You have plenty of hydraulic fluid in the tank. - The pump is turning in the proper direction.

This thread or the conspiracies? :) I've never had to accept a bank check, so I don't know, but why didn't the dealer call the issuing bank to confirm the funds? Thats a big oops. For the conspiracy folks I have a scary question for you: Is it sinister and devious behavior or just complete...

Congrats on the new machine! Don't forget the pictures!

I like the sifting portion. Gives you a nice clean product. Are you spreading this as a soil amendment?

$348-ish I don't know how much gear oil you purchased, so guessed at 2 quarts. Probably too low on that. haydude - If I were you, I'd look for a local jobber who can get what you need in bulk. You'll save a lot buying in drums and having it delivered to you. I always liked Schaeffer's and...

My guess is that the fine print says 300W equivalent.

We have a couple of new F250s, 7.3L gas, CC, 4x4 with the 10speed auto at work. Two supervisors have them. Loaded with tools and equipment, I would guess about 10-11k pounds. Driven like rented mules. And according to them, about 13-14mpgs.

Gonna be a drive from Watkins Glenn, but Niagara Falls is cool to see.

A quick Google search revealed this site: https://www.lightmart.com/light-poles/ Not cheap, but professional grade stuff.

That's a pretty common issue and entry point for water. I never had an issue with my 770 (an older version of the 790) but do know there is a pick-up screen near the bottom of the rear axle that can get clogged. I honestly can't remember where but I believe it unscrewed from the side of the...

rScotty - that's cause I screwed it up! It is described on the Kubota spec sheet as "Transmission drive with over-running clutch". I misread that with the next column for the HST that said "Live-continuous running". My crazy brain mixed the two.

hornet - the HST L2501 has a live PTO. Only the gear drive has the continuous with over-running clutch PTO.

Hay Dude - Nice rig! I think Hay Dude is a perfect guy to actually answer the question of why "big" farmers aren't on TBN. I've watched Hay Dude (and a few others) defend how and why he completes projects to a bunch of opinionated arm-chair contractors/farmers. Who wants to work all day and...

A JD 790 is a collar shift geared transmission tractor. OP - did you clean the pick-up screen too? Maybe the screen is clogged and starving the pump.

On jobs where I'm mowing for a full day, I try to stop and blow the radiator clean with my leaf blower (hand held battery powered Milwaukee). Blows the dust and chaff off of everything. I usually take the rig home and clean (including flushing the radiator with the hose) and grease it before...

Raul - you're not wrong. As a former MA resident (currently work there), I can honestly say driving here is the worst. NJ and NY are congested, but not as entitled or aggressive. I'll add drivers from southern NH to that group too. For nearly the last ten years I have had beater/commuter cars...

I hang my grease guns in the garage and in the summer the oil leaks profusely. i have to keep a bucket under them. Ironically, the Amsoil grease is the worst for separation. Seems to drip right away.

Smart trailer dealer. Probably wants to keep sales going strong as people begin to drive less and less.

How are the cable conditions? I've had cables look good, but when removed, the copper stranding is all but disappeared. If ground is confirmed, check for power on the starter. Any there?

Sounds pretty normal to me. New trucks either need to be driven or on a trickle charger. My Chevy sits in the garage most of the time, and if I haven't started it in a month, the battery will not crank it over. I have it on NOCO trickle charger for it and my dump truck.

I replaced the bars on my JD 506 with chain too. Mine are both adjustable and removable, so if in a pinch, I can drop the deck and use the chains (like to get me out of a stuck situation). One warning though: The bars are intended to limit upward travel of the back of the mowing deck, limiting...

Thanks for the detailed report zwelch! I've never operated a Sany machine, but they look well built. Glad your dealer and area rep responded so quickly, that is usually rare even for a more established brand. As far as crowding the blade, there may be two schools of thought there: - Yes it's...

You will regret it forever if you pass on the offer. I'm sure your friend/ tenant has no problem keeping on the property until you are ready. Tell him you want it, you'll fix it, but you'll want to get the keys now.

I have a lawn sweeper that I've tried to use for leaves. My lawn is just to large for it. But for thatching, it works pretty well. Grass clippings would be fine too, but better if you have a side discharge vs rear discharge mower. The sweeper will pick up a wind-row of clippings pretty well, but...

That's for engine oil. It is not a separate sump. Yanmar made these engines for a variety of applications. It is an oil fill location and serves the same function as the one on the top of the valve cover. And yes, those are the injection pump timing gears.

I just inherited a John Deere LA150 with bagger. It cut my grandparents lawn for the last 20 some-odd years. I performed some maintenance items (still need to replace the drive and deck belts) and now I'm thinking I should drain and fill the transmission. As far as I know it has no driving...

True - but that was the eighties when everything was getting neutered. Look at Dodge's Charger then. Yuk! Now we have an era of re-releasing the classics: Camaro, Mustang, Charger, Challenger, Bronco - the "new" ones are awesome. There is always argument over the original and new performance...

Keep reading here! Search "ballast" and frontend loader work. One thing to keep in mind, as you add traction and weight, you will significantly increase your tractors ability to break the loader. Digging force will increase as well as pulling forces. A gentle touch will be needed.

The beginning of this thread lamented the potential of wrecking the Scout name. I don't think anyone could do worse than Chevrolet with the Blazer. That is a crying shame.