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Oh wow, you went over fairly far! That's a lot of mud; how are you holding up post-storm?

Very nice job!

Did Tesla can the idea of not allowing Cyber Trucks to be sold off or traded in? I saw one for sale at a Nissan dealer. Still not my cup of tea, but I expect it'll sell quick enough.

That Ford with 38 horsepower will eat your Cat 0 implements. With a Brinley Cat 0 plow I found a Cat 1 frame for it, and pulled it behind my old Deere 1025R. The Deere subcompact tore the plow off the frame. I repaired it, sold a it with the new and old frame, and have been looking for a proper...

Due to the lower center of gravity, a car is better for round Earth. On flat Earth gravity is a construct and doesn't matter, so lift that truck to the sky and take the tightest corners at high speeds.

Are these generic round amber lights, or are they shaped? My Kioti uses round ones, and I found guards from small business that fit them. They were advertised for Kubota, but they helped me with the right size. https://www.specialtyrepairscustommods.com/other-tractor-manufacturers-

Anyone with their underwear in a knot over what others choose to drive, so long as that driving doesn't endanger others, ought to reevaluate their priorities. If someone does drive to endanger, they ought not drive anything. As for half-ton pickups being cars, one could make that case if cars...

It's a common practice in the compact tractor world; TYM is actually the OEM for a few brands. Yanmar themselves built tractors for John Deere a number of years back, and provides engines for many manufacturers.

They're re-badged TYM machines; while I would assume there are some mechanical differences, I would assume the dimensions are similar to the parent machines. Now you just need to know what the parent model is. I'd presume the T394...

The dealer is one of the biggest reasons I went with Kioti. My dealer has been exceptional, and I've gone on to purchase a few other items from them to include my chainsaw.

That's my thoughts on first year products.

I can't recall if it's through DLL, but it is tied in through my financing, and once the machine is paid off it's just a few bucks a month- or year- to keep it.

The NX was dropped, but the NS ought to be around for a minute. It would still be nice to see an update to it.

Some people's children...

Is your Santa Fe the 4 or 6 cylinder? In our generation the 4 cylinder did have some known issues so I opted for the very well rated 6. We've been extremely happy with it, and when it does reach the end of it's life- which will no doubt be eventually rust- we really like the Telluride.

Nice job!

My wife's 2019 Kia Sorento V6 has been excellent, as has my Kioti. Your generalizations aren't worth the time you're taking to type them.

Those are great. 🤣

Thank you for the history lesson; I imagine it was probably a value next to outfitting a 20 series with the equivalent options. Your description makes me think of the Kioti CK-20 and CK-20SE lines.

I don't have the answer regarding the bearings, but I look forward to seeing your machine and the things you've done to it and with it. Welcome to TBN! I thought the 25 series was sold here at some point, but a quick Google shows your tractor looks like a 20 series here so you're probably right.

Is your cab door covered in post-it notes.

He is going to show you eh? This ought to be entertaining. Keep us updated.

The vehicles seem more weatherized than the open station tractor, so I don't mind them sitting outdoors. With the grill, toolchest, and lawnmower behind it the tractor only fits 3/4 of the way anyhow. The Sorento would fit similarly I'm sure, but the F350, I wouldn't bother even if tge garage...

Yeah the MT225S is a small compact, but not a subcompact. Similar in size to the Kioti CX2510, TYM T25, Massey 1526, Kubota B, etc.

That seems like a pretty good deal; I looked to see what they were going for around here and they've either got a cab or a backhoe, so the prices were considerably higher.

Just keep up on it, and eventually you'll have oil that doesn't look like it came from Dunkin Donuts lol.

Are you running a mid-mount mower, or a smaller 3 point? The MT125/25S really was the first modern LS I got a good look at, back when it was first introduced. I ended up going with a Deere 1025R that I got a good deal on used, but I was really impressed with the quality of the little LS. One...

You picked up a 25S? That must look cute next to your larger machine(s). This is 3 now, right? Or am I thinking of someone else here. 🤣

You can buy a Legacy Branson TYM as a Bad Boy and I'm pretty sure TYM still builds some machines for Mahindra, so TYM can be found in many places. Now that said, if I purchased a Yanmar I'd expect it to be made by Yanmar.

I can't begin to imagine all you're going through; don't forget to take care of yourself and your own health in this difficult time.

I've got to suggest a hydraulic top link too.

Comparing Daewoo of 25 years ago to Kia and Hyundai of today, or even the Daewoos of today I'm sure, is being disingenuous.

I figured that's where your mind was. 🍻

Negative; the I believe the GC and 18E are made by AGCO in Indonesia. If I recall the 18M are made by Iseki still. I have no knowledge on the 2M/E machines. LS builds NH and Case IH sub compacts and compacts.

That's new, part of a recent partnership between the two. That SM is the first model I've seen made by TYM.

I wanted to make this joke, but nothing was coming to me.

Here in Maine I can only think of one off the top of my head; there may be more, but the vast majority are United Ag & Turf.

Manufacturing post-COVID seems almost unpredictable, certainly from this outsider looking in's perspective. I will say that you seldom see problems with Yanmar. I'd like to think that's not just due to their lower sales volume, but instead a positive display of their quality.

Why did you purchase a Korean tractor when you're already certain their manufacturing is subpar? I could post links to threads of all brands having a list of common issues, many of which should have been caught by a good dealers PDI, but I'm not going to bother. Go buy a Deere from a...

I'll 3rd this.

That's frustrating; you've kept up on the bolts, and it still broke.

That's pretty rough, really one hell of a break. Have you tightened the bolts regularly?

I'm so sorry to hear this. May he rest in peace. I hope you keep hanging around here.

I look forward to your review; please include pictures!

Do you use one?

Likely under your seat.

They've got the Bolt-On models now, and that has me considering replacing my existing Edge Tamers.

That's what I'm curious about as well; I move snow with a 66" bucket, and I've been curious if a pusher of the same size would benefit me. With regards to the turf, have you considered Edge Tamers? I've used them for years now, on two different tractors, and have been very impressed.

The only reason I have an open station is because a cab wouldn't fit in my garage.

Those cash prices are really good.

Are you asking a question?

LS might be interested in hearing your local dealer isn't interested in working on your machine; while it is their prerogative, many brands look unkindly towards the practice.

Good to hear an update, they seem like stout machines; you should post some updated photos.

He's definitely unique. His films aren't as messed up as the many independent horror films out there, but they're certainly pushing the boundaries of mainstream horror sensibilities. On the other hand, my issues with his Halloween films revolved around his attempts to humanize Myers, and I...

Tractor nesting dolls. 🤣

Specialty Repair Custom Mods; a husband and wife out of Canada that are great to work with. They originally were sold for Kubota, but they worked with me to find a compatible size, and now sell to Kioti owners. I picked up their diff-lock pedal too, and have been quite happy. It's good to have...

So says my dealer, they're on the ROPS and not the fenders so as to prevent damage to the fender when they're inevitably ripped off. I just added a cover.

It leaked from the factory, it would seem; it wasn't in an accident, it's a part that needs replacement or repair, which while frustrating isn't uncommon. Even if you're waiting a while to get it fixed, check in with your dealer. Make them aware of your issue, maybe they'll send someone out to...

Definitely get this covered under warranty.

That is a nice setup, and as @scootr said, handsome machine.

Love Sid Haig, but The Devil's Rejects was the only film I've ever walked out of. As for a fear of clowns... yeah.

Nope, when I used the term Cub it was shorthand for Cub Cadet; that said, the Cub Cadet name did come from the Cub.

Is there anything wrong with the current truck? This seems like a pain in the arse.

MTD acquired Cub Cadet in 1981; Stanley Black & Decker has owned MTD since 2021. MTD has owned Cub twice as long as IH did. 🍻

Hey, a silly or stupid problem is always better than one that lightens your wallet! How is that T25 treating you? Has it filled in the shoes of that Foton nicely?

How are you enjoying the machine so far? Good to see you got some quick help; I was looking at your photos knowing something wasn't right, but it's almost 0100 and I wasn't going out to my tractor to try and compare. Great job @Midniteoyl.

While still not my cup of tea, it genuinely is better looking than most of their products.

This one was my favorite, because it made me laugh as opposed to sigh. 🤣

Oh no!

This was fixed last Saturday; my dealers traveling mechanic stopped by, completely removed the drop rate valve, cleaned it, and it dropped. From there it wouldn't go up, and he did one more thing- Lord knows I forgot to ask what it was- and it was fixed. He was here not two hours, I fueled him...

The NS is a really nice machine; it has a few things that could be improved upon- but it would be my choice if I went larger than the CK. I hope in the next iteration they do a more traditional fold to the ROPS.

I can't tell you why, but in the back of my head I feel like it's a bad idea. However, at face value, it seems like a useful and unique way to secure your machine.

@MtnViewRanch needs to get referrals somehow! Same with @kennyd! Let alone all the non-member businesses' we shill for recommend. It's part of TBN's charm. 🤣

I hope you're a little guy; some big turkey like me with eventually damage it doing that.

Idiots find a way to create an exception to every rule.

Clear communication to the customer, letting them know it'll be a minute before their equipment gets worked on, might clear a lot of this up. I don't know about your shop, but the Deere chain here views keeping this information from the customer as sacrosanct. The last independent dealer in...

Could you post photos of your machine sometime? It's so unique. Do you have a mid-mount ROPS?

Given his pin-on bucket, I think this would be the best option, especially paired with a tooth bar.

You can always get W. L. Long 3rd function.

It sure is irritating, but hell, so are many things. 🤣

Very nice job!

That interior certainly looks comfortable!

That is extremely cool.

Please feel free to provide proof of this.

The drop control valve has always been stiff, so I used a wrench, and have adjusted it fully opened and closed.

This is fun; after spending some time with the box blade, pushing and pulling, the 3-point has taken upon itself to not lower. I checked all the physical links between the control lever, I adjusted the drop rate in both directions repeatedly, I've taken the seat off and inspected what I could...

That's a clean install, but very tight!

It's a big problem on YouTube right now; these videos make a ton of money, on the cheap, and so there has been a big uptick in them.

A quick Google search will show you that it's an entire work of fiction. This truck doesn't exist, it isn't going to exist, it's just YouTube clickbait.

This is entirely AI generated.

I'm curious about that too; if I remember, Arly's Ranger can tow something like 5-6k pounds, and I wonder how the little Bronco compares.

I absolutely love seeing the advancements in the compact tractor field; new designs, improved ergonomics, lots of competition.

The CK2620 will comfortably run a 60" flail mower; depending on how often you mow and how thick the grass gets, it could potentially run a 72". If you're mowing thick grass, if you're expecting to mow at a high speed, then you're going to be unhappy. Understand anything these low horsepower to...

Shoot them an email with the dimensions, see if they'll work with you. It couldn't hurt.

I covered my the Grammer seat on my Kioti with a heavy vinyl cover from Jay's Equipment Seat Covers and I've been quite happy with it. I went with the Small Back 18" vinyl upon their recommendation; it's very heavy and a good fit.

Delivery for my machine was free, but anything past that is a $100 fee. When I brought my tractor in for warrantee work I rented a trailer, it was about $80 and beat the piss out of my truck- I just gave the dealer $100 for the return trip.

They really are great.

Have fun! As said above, be safe; be sure to snap some photos.

It sounds like you work for some good folks.

****. 🤣

I'll second this.

You don't need to dictate how others spend their money. We live in a world of camera phones; if your neighbor is using equipment loud enough to violate a noise ordnance, file a complaint. If there is no noise ordnance, push for that.

Oh I wasn't so much thinking for Arly in particular, given it's a neighbors lawn, just musing aloud about the options.

Here you go.

The Deere 100 and 200 series machines are made in Greeneville, Tennessee. If the Deere dealer isn't interested in taking your money, perhaps a Cub Cadet dealer would? When the Deere folks around me had no urge to sell me an S240 I went to my nearby Cub Cadet dealer and picked up a rough...

I wonder if there is an option to add a weight rack for suitcase weights, or even weights that can be bolted on. I've seen that for other zero-turns so it would make sense.

Nice write up, I hope you enjoy the 2515, it's a real beast. I'm curious though, why did you go with the manual over the hydrostatic?

That's interesting; what's it on?

That fellow had brass balls, at least when he was drunk. 🤣

Sounds like how my grandfather prepared his Maxwell House. He'd drink it straight, and grandma would douse it down with milk to make it drinkable for her. 🤣

Those numbers, if they're accurate, likely include 100+ horsepower machines; this is a market the Korean manufacturers are small players in, and I don't believe you're seeing anything over 150 horsepower from them.

Do you know what brands are represented with your local dealers?

$950? Very nice!

I'll toss a rake, shovel, or something in there when needed- but I keep thinking one day I'll make a chain box for them. So I'll probably never do that. 🤣

What an absolute cluster.

I don't know what prompted this, but I heard it in Pat Gray's voice... 😂

WOW! That could have been deadly, thank the Lord he is alright. 😮

One of those is work, the other is play, and the teenager, alone, behind the wheel of a tractor is probably behaving in a much more responsible manner. A 13 year old girl with her two friends is going to act a fool.

You've got a fascinating and eclectic assortment of machines, between your equipment and automobiles. I love it!

That looks real nice; here in Maine it would go for $5k easily.

Welcome to TBN! Your collection is varied, and pretty cool, but I'm especially intrigued by the grader! Is all the blade adjustment mechanical? What an impressive machine, that must demand an engaged operator for sure!

No kidding? I'm surprised by this.

Interesting that they suggested the MT225HE instead of the shiny, new MT226...

The driver of that truck doesn't deserve the guilt he will live with for the rest of his life; 3 families shattered because one child couldn't be patient, because one child wasn't responsible.

While you're quite right, it's our friends attitude that resulted in these responses.

They went back to an Iseki engine in the 1835M; the 1735M had a Shibaura. I would imagine both are great, but personally I would take the Iseki machine.

It looks like Deere tells their owners to torque bolts too; cheap Korean junk. https://www.greentractortalk.com/threads/frame-bolts-check-em.237755/

You ought to see about getting a grille guard insert, something to make sure your grille and radiator don't get a puncture. There are a number of threads around here that can give you ideas. Very nice machine!

That's real cool, and yeah that big Deere must have taken up both lanes!

A little more info. https://people.com/utah-ceo-daughter-killed-after-bulldozer-falls-onto-their-truck-8675029

Those that can, do; those that can't, throw money at someone else...

That sounds real good.

It looks to be the case.

I've had no issues with my Kioti; perhaps, because I read the manual? Throw all the tantrums you want, you're the one that neglected maintenance listed right in the user manual, and it bit you. Did you ever bother reading it? I suspect you didn't. I'm thinking you didn't do any research...

Welcome, nice to see you join us!

@Gator6x4 how do we quiet you down?

Happy Independence Day!

That's really cool!

I don't work in the industry, and I'm sure I used the wrong term, but when Group A takes Group B's product and produces a direct copy for a quarter of the price because profit literally means nothing, Group A is an *******. Does that work?

You can save a lot of money when you're backed by an authoritarian regime that can directly manipulate it's economy at all levels.

Yeah, **** them for not having the ability to defend their intellectual property from the same folks who literally reverse engineered the Chevrolet Aveo to the point body panels were interchangeable. 🙄

It's not even that, it was just Forrest; I haven't seen the movie in years, and that GIF really hit the spot.

I'm pretty sure these originated from JU FabWorks and the ChiComs copied them, just like they ripped off R2 Manufacturing, who developed the EdgeTamer. Communists aren't people.

As a Mainer, I suspect when you read something that irritates you, you audibly mumble something slightly passive-aggressive under your breath and carry on with your day. 🤣

You have no idea just how much of a chuckle I got from this, thank you. 🤣

No one. 🤷‍♂️

Perhaps you should have read your owners manual; sit on it and spin.

This thread ought to be amusing.

That's really tempting. Not that I need an electric grease gun, but for that price...

Yeah, plenty still that will load them up with sugar and throw money at them too, all things that can lead down a deadly path. Drinking too much water will kill you as well. It comes down to responsibility, with both the adult and the child, something that must be taught.

You're not going to stop people from giving children tractor rides by being as abrasive as sandpaper on the internet; personally, I applaud the OP for looking for a relatively safe alternative to just setting his daughter on his lap. Is it dangerous to mix children and equipment, yeah, and it's...

Since I was busting out the loader user manual anyhow... @Redlined0002 Actually, you know who ****** you? You did.

Nope, but I torque them about twice a year, because while these bolts should be torqued down during pre-delivery inspection, that's not always done. None of mine have been lose, but it happens. Kioti didn't **** you @Redlined0002, your dealer did, and from what I've heard you're not the first...

What an immature way to handle business; imagine that Kubota doesn't work out, or maybe you've got another tractor purchase in the future, and they just threw that away. You're in Tennessee, I'm guessing I know what dealer you went to; I wonder if it's their policy to kick folks to the curb on...

Try cross-posting this in the TYM section, it's basically a Branson/TYM 3620.

That's a cop-out, for sure.

https://eganperformancesaws.com/products/echo-2511-pipe They only show this for the top handle, would it just direct the exhaust onto the hands on a rear handle?

What's the purpose of modifying the exhaust?

I'm a big fan of my ridiculously simple tractor, even if it is obese and under powered. Like me. 🍻

That's terrible; I wonder how that played out, poor fellow.

Home made hot dogs? That's awesome; the best hot dogs I've had came from a local sausage place and they were amazing. That sounds like a good time.

Oh wow! I hope that's just some teething issues and that the dealer will have you back up and running in no time. Keep us updated!

I'd love for your to post some photos if you could; it sounds like a neat machine and I have never seen one.

That's one of the new models, right?! That's exciting; I hope it's a great machine, and we want pictures.

Those birds sure did get real big real quick, lol.

There are many things that could have prevented that, to include the ROPS; while it's a terrible and unnecessary death it's no reason to dictate fixed ROPS. At some point personal responsibility comes into play.

Ayuh, well we don't all park our machines in a barn, and I've smacked the ROPS into my garage enough times to know it doesn't fit.

No thank you, I like being able to store my machines indoors, while still having a ROPS that when up is taller than I am.

To be fair, if you're driving a rusty vehicle in Arkansas... well, it's either old or neglected.

I missed this thread when it was made; cute pups.

You're quite excused, lol. 🤣

Great score on the poles! You should have nabbed some photos of the Yanmar in action.

That's a ridiculous, and painful, bite to swallow. $30k?! The cost of things is really disheartening.

Every vehicle I've ever owned has started right up, even on the coldest days; if that were such a feat, well, either everything in cold climates would shut down come winter, or we'd all be driving Toyota's. Neither is the case, because modern vehicles are all pretty reliable- for the most part.

I'm curious about this too.

The NS is an excellent tractor, and one you ought to give a serious look at. If I were going larger than my CK, that's where I'd go; of course, that's just my thoughts.

Millimeters? What is that in elephants? Or Toyota Corollas?

That's a real nice setup; great machine, good attachments, you're going to have a lot of fun getting things done. It's mounted there on cab models; on the open station the SMV sits to the lower left.

I wouldn't touch an NX; hell, my dealer won't even sell them.

Cape Elizabeth?

Is that the one that was on CL?

This is quite right; if I were shopping for an SA I'd go with the 425 DHX. 😏

That's pretty sweet; I presume you're having fun? 🍻

Surprisingly, not all that much. Good buy on the grille guard insert.

Did you learn to weld as a trade, or is this just a hobby you've taken the time to really practice?

Turns on a dime, lol.

Since I got tagged in here, lol, I'll chime in. It used to be that I had two options; whatever J.C. Penny had in stock, or when I could make the trip to Portland, I'd grab some things from DXL. The DXL stuff is nicer, but you're paying for it. With the advent of the internet I've started...

I don't even wash my truck these days; when we had a paved driveway I'd wash my truck almost weekly. Then my wife started to complain I liked my truck more than her, so I stopped washing it. That was about 15 years ago. Now, well, this dirt drive doesn't lend itself to cleanliness.

Wow, they really really suck.

That's a real nice tractor you've got there, with a real nice cab... can I borrow it? 🤣

Who the hell knows, lol; it's probably the technical name for it put out when the initial design was patented.

Oddly enough, after reading this thread, one shows up on the CL. https://maine.craigslist.org/grd/d/cape-elizabeth-massey-ferguson-mf2325/7753483173.html

My father-in-law lives right on the ocean, and his roughly 15 year Deere 4520 doesn't have corrosion remotely as bad as this year-old Kubota. This is subpar quality control, and it's ridiculous to see anyone acting like this is normal.

Oh yeah? You think that doesn't happen? Is it odd to you that a company should deliver on the promise of quality in the products they sell? Just because you're willing to settle for subpar quality at inflated prices doesn't mean anyone else ought to.

I destroyed my spreader bar about instantly, because I didn't remove it after hook-up lol.

It's fun when life makes the choices for you; did you want to put the deck on the Kubota? Probably not. But life insisted upon it. 🤣

That's fairly hefty, about what a residential lawn tractor weighs. If I recall, you said it had 6 batteries? That must add another 100 pounds.

This blows my mind.

It is a fairly heavy machine with the batteries in, right? That has got to help with traction, along with the increased ground contact from the lower PSI.

Really?! That's some high praise!