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2022-01-15, - 5 degrees right now. Think I'll be staying inside...reasonably warm since wifey is under blankets and I'm wearing a shirt-jac (I guess these are referred to as "shackets" now) Time for the flannel PJs though, I think...

I have a 4052 and a bad arm, so I know what a hassle refueling can be... Bought this a couple years ago...works great...

Check this out

Sweet!!

Same here...forks are rated for 4000 lbs. which is about 1500 lbs. more then my H180 MSL loader

For the most part, Margeaux is doing great...still have trouble with her peeing or crapping in the house (pretty much ruined the hall carpet) A very loving dog, but not much of a licker. The housebreaking problem is more our problem then hers. I can't get it through to my wife that dogs need a...

I'll give that a try!!

What kind of car do you have? Did the block heater come with it, or is it aftermarket?

Thanks!! Stepdaughter bought it, actually. Glass bottle with a cork, currently in the refrigerator We go through Jameson's fairly quickly (if you live with 2 women and are acting as a nurse for one, you'll understand why)...other liquor is just an occasional treat.

Yeah, the first statement pretty much describes my day too Hope the cat is OK!!

Never had that problem...you must have a more electric personality then I! :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO: :ROFLMAO:

My tractor has enough loader capacity, the effect of the pallet forks weight is negligible. The clamp-on forks really extend the load out and reduces the loader's lift capacity. Frankly, I don't see much use in clamp-on forks except to carry a couple bales of hay or something else pretty light...

Yeah, I wish cars and trucks still had wing windows too... My Toyota has cloth seats...not as pretty as leather, but not as cold in the winter or as hot and sticky in the summer. Thinking about it, there are times I'll idle more then 10 minutes if the windshield is really iced up. I tend to...

I park my truck outside. Warm up is normally 5-10 minutes...long enough to scrape any ice off the windshield You didn't ask, but I normally run the tractor at high idle (1500 RPM) for 15-20 minutes in weather like this. I prefer not to engage the PTO until it's warmed up

Well, at least you have a plan!

2022-01-15, 0629 -10° right now...high about 5°-6° today. Not sure I want the dog out in this... No chores planned and no need to go anywhere, and that's exactly what I'm going to do Pretty good snowstorm coming through tomorrow evening through Monday. Tractor's fueled, plugged in (not into...

Actually, it probably is a hydraulic FEL mount for that kind of money. Plus, the 4052 doesn't have a mid-PTO option available https://www.deere.com/assets/publications/index.html?id=49627863#4

Wrong tool for the job...can't see blaming a tool for misuse

I'm not a cat person, but they sure like me! Stepdaughter has two and I take care of the if she's away. I think they (the cats) look at me as "Mr. Treats"

I have the Titan Attachment forks...it would take some serious abuse to destroy them. I limit mine to lift, as forks are intended. They'll easily handle anything I need to lift, which is normally well below the loader's capability (loader and tractor can handle >1 ton with proper ballast)

Center for light weight, two in-line with the loader arms for the heavier loads The two in line with the loader arms are used in conjunction to spread the load

Better off, IMHO, with dedicated forks. I've read too many stories about folks' messing up their buckets using the clamp on forks. Mine are Titan attachments with a 42" forks. Quite well made (better than expected, actually)...downside is prices have really increased

Is there young love a'blossoming...? (well, maybe not so young...but we're all young at heart when in love, aren't we?) :love::love::love::love::love:

Just tells you how stupid people are when it comes to TikTok and "influencers" What a shallow waste of time!

A real Nor'Easter!! So far, New England is looking at the same snowfall, but no ice or high winds

Wow, and I thought is was an abbreviation of the female external genitalia

That was discussed, but decided not to go in that direction. Don't recall all the specifics since I wasn't involved in the discussion

It's going pretty good. Still mostly in the wheelchair, but more just using a walker. However, until her leg is healed enough that she can put weight on it (meaning, able to walk using both legs), either stepdaughter or I will be providing care

2022-01-14, 0604 30° right now...high in the low 30's today. Another bitterly cold night ahead...-9° is the predicted low tonight...4° is the predicted high for tomorrow. Dump run this morning, since the transfer station is closed tomorrow (MLK day). I'm actually on vacation today to take care...

Can't say I've ever seen that... I'm sure most imported tractors are "knocked down" for ease of shipment...knocked down meaning some components such as wheels/tires are not mounted...I reckon other components too, but not certain about that. So, Deere assembles CUTs from components (such as...

I've read number of Deere ads...never saw any of that nonsense. Care to post something to substantiate? Deere is a multi-national company...you can see Deere tractors world-wide, with the possible exceptions of China, Russia and some smaller countries. Deere sells a lot in Europe, India and...

You could make the same comment about all the automotive manufacturers, aerospace manufacturers and others Deere CUTs are, in fact, built in the US...just as much as any manufacturer It seems like some of you have a problem with John Deere...why?

All the 40xx series use Yanmar engines...the older 4x20 series used Deere Powertech engines. Justification was it was easier to make the Yanmar engines Tier IV compliant. I had a 4520, currently have a 4052R. Biggest difference I see is the Powertech engines had more torque. That said, the...

Boy, you really don't like Deere, do ya? The compact Deeres (including my 4052) are assembled in Augusta, Georgia...so the assembly techs, ME's and others do get a paycheck and benefits

They're feeding from a feeder...only thing spread around is what they drop from the feeder. We weren't really planning to feed them year round...probably not good for them. But I do like watching them!

Not unusual though...most components in automotive, aerospace and equipment assembly aren't manufactured by the OEM...all they do is assembly. Nothing new about this...been SOP for decades (at least). The components are manufactured by the supply chain, which can be worldwide. I work for one of...

His money, his choice I know I went "overkill" for my last tractor (Deere 4520 with a Curtis Cab) and my current one (Deere 4052R Cab) as far as size, but since I never buy new, I got all the $50K-$55K tractor for $35K Difference between men and boys is the price of their toys...

Not sure I agree with that... I leave the lithium battery (or batteries...has receptacles for 2, but I normally just put one in) in my EGO snow blower which stays in an unheated attached garage. So far (after 3 winters in Vermont), no problems using it in the winter. Lithium batteries will...

We put a feeder on the back deck about a month ago...mostly chickadees, a few cardinals and (I think) blue jays. Stepdaughter is the bird expert of the family, not me Boy, they sure go through the food!!

2022-01-13, 0551 24° right now...high in the mid-30's today...

For a "part time" job, you're sure putting the hours in!!

Hope your horse is OK!!

Not really sure, actually... There was never a cast on her leg...just some kind of boot (looks like something Robocop would wear). The tibia (shin bone) was broken just above the ankle joint, so it took a while to knit strong enough to take weight. Actually, don't think she can put weight on it...

Thank you!

2022-01-12, 0437 3° right now...high in the upper 20's today. Need to make a dump run during a lull between webinars Wifey's physical therapy went well yesterday...good news It's been a very mild winter here, as far as snow...if the forecast holds for next Monday, that might change. 6" in the...

So would I...but I think they're made in the USA, could be wrong though.

I think I could handle some torture from a young woman....

Windchill here too, come to think of it...minus 25 degrees Wife's physical therapist will be coming in today, so I reckon I'd better salt the walks...one broken leg here is enough! BTW, I wear Yak-Trax when it's icy...

2022-01-11, 0518 -4° right now...high in the single digits (forecast is for 5°)

I bought Titan pallet forks a few months ago for a Deere loader...very happy with the quality. I bought the Deere QA since I've no interest in buying a skid steer adapter Boy! Have they gone up in price...

I wonder if he is an ex-drill sergeant ? Sure sounds like it...they do like to terrorize the recruits

2022-01-10, 0523 19° right now...high in the low 20's today... Going to be frigid tonight... This is one heck of a thrilling rescue: https://www.foxnews.com/us/lapd-releases-video-showing-cops-pulling-pilot-from-crashed-plane-seconds-before-train-crash Watch the police video full screen

Just turned 72... Wonder what the average age of TBNers is?

Great machines, but damn hard to find right now! I have an older EGO snow blower, not self-propelled. I definitely want one of the new self-propelled machines, when they're more available

Probably don't want her too friendly...I know you're a good guy, Thomas, but not everybody is... I'd love to set up a feeder, but it's illegal in Vermont. I'm not a hunter, but I do like watching them https://northernwoodlands.org/outside_story/article/dont_feed_the_deer

2022-01-09, 0704 22° right now...high in the mid-30's today. The forecast is a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain will develop early this morning and transition to areas of freezing drizzle and snow in the afternoon before ending Sunday evening as scattered snow showers. Well, I'm not going...

Dump run is done, snow is cleared...pretty damn chilly outside Time for lunch and a beer, I reckon And, I think I'm gonna get out of my cold weather gear and back into m pajamas...

Still a sweet picture!

You might want to consider Mr. Heater Buddy https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Heater-F232000-Indoor-Safe-Portable/dp/B002G51BZU/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QLPEE6T7K39K&keywords=buddy+heater&qid=1641648918&sprefix=Buddy%2Caps%2C311&sr=8-2

2022-01-08, 0823 2 degrees right now...high in the low 20's today. I'll be making the dump run in about an hour. I'll plug the Deere in while I'm out and about and clear the snow when I get back. While out, probably run up to Randolph for a case of beer (if they have any...stuff is getting...

yep, so did Germany in 1933

I've had an EGO battery powered snow blower for a few years now. It's good for 6" or so of snow...maybe a bit more if the snow is powdery. Mine is not self propelled. I use it to clear 40-50 feet of sidewalk and it does quite well. It uses 2 (7.5 A/h) batteries but I just normally use one...

2022-01-07, 0301 23° this morning...high in the upper 20's today... Stepdaughter will be caring for wifey today. Wife is getting around reasonable well, using a wheel chair. As previously posted, I've got some work related concerns that can't be handled remotely

It's those magic crystals somebody brought up earlier... :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

We're looking at thousands, if not tens of thousands, of miles that will require overhead or 3rd rail electrification. It can be done, but I'd estimate 20 years or better...plus government subsidies

Never a need to apologize...life does intrude, sometimes!!

Sure can be! Fortunately, there's a bottle of Jameson's close at hand for an occasional "stress reliever" :LOL: Jameson's a nice smooth Irish Whiskey...best in a cocktail (IMHO) but is good when taken neat. My only mistake with Jameson was introducing it to the other care-giver...my...

And that is the right decision after this tragic time...I commend you for that...

2022-01-06, 0533 31° right now...got a dusting of snow overnight. High in the low 30's today. Yesterday, between work and the wifey watch, was crazy...lot of quality issues at work (I'll be going on-site tomorrow to work on some) and, although wifey's doing better and getting around on her own...

Did you use foul language? It does help...

Others might disagree, but I suggest going as wide as possible. Even without chains, this will make your tractor more stable

Yeah...one... Measure the offset to make sure flipping the wheels will give you what you need before you dismount the wheeels. If the offset isn't adequate for the chains clearance, you may need spacers. Had to do the same process when I owned a Deere 4400 CUT with R3 turfs. Fortunately, in my...

Lawsuits and elections

Neither would I...

True, but between over zealous regulation and some companies that are more interested in a buck then national pride, in many ways we're screwing ourselves

How do you define "high quality"? Just by price? My Frontier snow blower is manufactured by Pronovost (I think), or it could be MK Martin...definitely not Normand. Works great and, other than faded green paint (a Deere trademark) after at least 8-10 years, a good reliable implement I believe I...

We can always pee outside...

Yeah, but if some pissed off bull elephant is after my butt, I think I'd want more fire power

I think you'd just irritate the animal :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

I think it would work on an elephant... Wonder what pissed off the critter?

I'm thinking I'd rather have a tank with a 105mm howitzer...

2022-01-05, 0941 Late post today. Been up and about since 0500, but too busy to get on TBN between helping wifey and work-related duties 24 degrees right now...high at 40 today...bit warm for this time of year

And that's a point captured earlier in this thread... EV's will probably work well in urban and suburban areas...as a sole source of transportation They won't work in rural areas as a sole means of transportation. For me, personally, an EV would be OK for local trips. Even though I'm in a fairly...

Yep...

See any pull type snow blowers in there?

That would be a good idea! ("ideer" as we say it is the southern states)

I was born and raised in Maryland...Catonsville to be exact. Nice area when I grew up in the 50's and 60's. After the Navy ('69 to '79), I lived in Towson and Parkville for a couple years, then moved to a rural area outside of York PA. One reason we moved to Vermont was there were no gun laws...

Planning on staying in Maryland? And, you folks still pronounce it as "Merleland"? (I do)

Loader manuals frequently state that...almost rolled a front tire off when I had a Deere 790 with a full load on the axle

And, use MFWD when you need it, not all the time... And, minimize use on asphalt pavement. If you need to use for snow pushing, no problem...snow covered surfaces will provide slippage

Don't think a tow truck driver would want to stick around for a couple hours... This country may be ready for hybrids, not ready for fully EVs

2022-01-04, 0719 1 degree right now...high in the mid-20's Not feeling real good right now, so I'm gonna lie back down. If I get up pretty quickly, going to try that dump run this morning

Will do!!

2022-01-03, 0745 9° right now...high in the upper teens today. Back to work tomorrow (on-site for tomorrow, not sure about the rest of the week yet), so the dump run must be today. My shoulder/upper arm is much better except for the occasional twinge. After the dump run, I have a few...

Yup...minimal snow in the forecast for us... But having lived in south central PA from 1987 to 2012, we could expect some serious snow every few years

Is yourself leveling mechanical or built in to the hydraulics? The Deere version is controlled by the strut above the lift cylinder as shown in the picture. Took me a while, but I really like it, especially for pallet forks

Might want to look at bar-turf tires too. They're a bit more aggressive then a regular turf and should fit on your rims. I had them on my first Deere, a 670...

I'd say that's a good indicator!!

I've owned a SAAB (old 2 stroke Model 96) and a Subaru (Early 2000's Outback). As long as SAAB and Subaru were simple cars, they were great and, in my experience, quite reliable. As soon as they went upscale (what we used to refer to as "Yuppified"), they really went to crap. Same with Volvo...

In retrospect, I wish I had 4th and 5th function rear remotes before the 4052R tractor was delivered. At minimum, it would have saved a couple hundred bucks pickup and delivery fees. I don't have a trailer, nor is my Tacoma big enough to handle a trailer and 5000# tractor The only thing I did...

Drive safe, and take care of your Mom!! I wish you both all the best!

You did...but always great to see and read about Chuck Yeager

2022-01-02, 0736 34° right now and it's not going to get any warmer...wintry mix this morning transitioning into snow this afternoon. Not much, maybe a few inches... Shoulder pain comes and goes....worse when I first get up. Heat, ice and Tylenol keep it somewhat under control. Thanks for the...

Very cool! Just subscribed to Paul's channel

To each his own! :D:D:D:D:D

Gotta disagree with you, Eric... Although not near as bad as it was 20 years ago, HST isn't as efficient as a gear tractor. But, HST is more convenient...with one exception. The power-reverser transmission is almost as convenient as HST, with less power being lost. Unlike HST, a reverser...

If I had the money or wanted to spend the money, I'd buy a loader mounted hydraulic driven blower. My drive isn't that long...250-300 foot loop. I also plow the cul-de-sac we're on (about an eighth of a mile) and my neighbor's drive, so I'll spend an hour (or a bit more)...I can hack that...

I'm not a farmer, but I do have a small (3-4 acres is my estimate) that I mow (flail mower, but I'm considering getting a 72" cutter). Difference between using a 3PH rear push blower and a mower is I spend most of the time watching where I'm going. With a mower, most of the time I'm looking...

Since you own three tractors (Mf135, Ursus C-355, David Brown 995) with between 35-45 horsepower, what do you use them for?

Two reasons, I think... 1) Mostly, the cost...pull behind blowers are pretty expensive...I'd say 30% more then the rear push blowers 2) In the US, pull behind blowers are relatively new to many of us...and not near as available as the rear push. I live in a snowy area (central Vermont) and I...

Yep...William Powell and Myrna Loy...IIRC, there were 5 or 6 flicks with that couple and characters Trivia: "The Thin Man" was not the character William Powell played (he played Nick Charles). That was a short role for the actor who played the thin man role, even if it was the title role. But...

I'm not retired, but that doesn't mean I want to spend a bunch of money... I've had 5 tractors since 1999-2000. All Deeres and all progressively more PTO HP (except for my current 4052R). All were bought used. All have been pretty much trouble free and just routine maintenance. Nothing wrong...

Definitely the rear remotes!! I have one, and I want to add 2 more and it definitely would have been better if they had been installed. Bought mine used so it came with what the original owner wanted. If you get a cab tractor, consider exterior mirrors and rear window wiper

2022-01-01, 0758 34° right now...high in the low 40's today. Bit foggy outside and supposed to get rain throughout the day, possible snow tonight and tomorrow. Happy New Year to all my TBN Friends!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S, FRIEND!!!!

I prefer to "tough" it out whenever possible

Come back often!!

Yep, almost identical I need to get one of those rotary beacon lights on my 4052R

Did you use the drill you bought for the job, Drew? So far, I've never broken a marker when putting them out...my Frontier snow blower has eaten a few though

I suggest you plan on plugging in the block heater for an hour or so when the ambient temperature is 32 degrees or lower. You won't need more then an hour or so. Yanmar engines (which is what your 855 has under the hood) are pretty good at starting in cold weather, but a warm block really helps...

BBB is probably DOA...hope so, at least Certain parts will likely be stand-alone bills, as they should be. As far as EV's in general, the state and federal governments should be the only entities mandated to convert...no exceptions

Not surprising, since the infrastructure is not there...doubt if it will be for 20 years or better...

Good point

2021-12-31, 0539 33° right now...high about 40...really weird for Vermont, this time of the year. Between Tylenol and heat, the shoulder is doing better than yesterday...I'll be trying ice packs today. Still painful when I move my left arm...just not as bad as it was... No plans...do need a...

They'll discharge to around 30%, IIRC. No need to charge them to full capacity when not in use I use my 5.0 A/h batteries during the warmer weather since they're relatively light for use with the chainsaw, pole saw and string trimmer. The 7.5 A/h batteries are only used during the colder months...

Since I'd be 100 years old by 2050, don't think I'll worry about this either...

I've been using a heat pack and Tylenol. Stepdaughter suggested using an ice pack rather then the heat. I'll try that tomorrow... It's not as painful as it was yesterday and this morning....but, still... How did antibiotics ruin your shoulder?

I think Realtornz is a New Zealander, so emissions requirements may differ However, as a few others wrote, run the engine at a high idle (1500)...not going to hurt the engine, fuel economy won't suffer and less chance of lugging the engine (bad for the bearings)

Do Norwegian cities ban private ownership of cars? Or is it just not practical?

Hmmmm, not sure why that happened. The links in my post and your response both worked for me. Search for "countries banning gas cars"

Choose is one thing...bans are quite another... https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidrvetter/2020/11/18/britain-will-ban-gasoline-cars-in-2030-why-are-experts-not-impressed/?sh=28ab054d36e4 Don't just read the title...read the entire article (it's fairly short)

2021-12-30, 0226 33° right now...high right around 40° No dump run yesterday...think I've got a torn or injured rotator cuff in my left shoulder. Since my right arm has somewhat limited strength mobility (from the stroke), definitely going to be some problems to work out somehow. Just typing...

2021-12-29, 0641 29° right now. High in the mid-30's

If that happened, it would be operator error...going too fast for conditions and not understanding (or ignoring) the limitations of the equipment... In other words, a Darwin award winner...

There is absolutely no need to raise any implement to full height unless clearance is needed. My gear comes up just high enough...if, for some reason I need more height, I'll raise it, than lower as soon as practical All this is common sense...not rocket science

That was..seriously...terrible

Same here... When we first moved here, I moved our 2.5 acre lawn with a 35 HP Deere 4400 and 72" RFM. The lawn was reasonably flat, but still slow going. I do the job faster and better with a zero-turn and 60" deck.

I expect most full sized utility tractors have a road gear...30-35 MPH, so they can travel reasonably fast between fields CUTs, not so much...I think my 4052R tops out at 18 MPH (depends on the tire type and size)

It all depends on the management...some good, a few great...many suck...

I don't know how old you are, but I wouldn't put money on that... I expect Fusion power to be practical within 10 years, widespread within 30-50 years

Bad link

Hydrogen fuel makes more sense then batteries, IMHO. Hydrogen is the most common element, virtually inexhaustible. Definitely has a future in aviation, some vehicles (probably trucks) and, possibly seafaring (although I expect most ships will probably be nuclear powered).

Nothing noticeable...

I've seen a number of YouTube vids of tractors plowing snow in Europe. Considering how fast they're moving, they must have a pretty tall road gear

2021-12-28, 0541 26° right now...high in the mid-30's. Another light dusting of snow last night. Got a doctor's appointment this morning, but I'm feeling a bit nauseous...think I'm going to skip it. However, I do want to make a dump run. Right now, I'm going to lie back down for a while...

More mouth to feed?

Main thing, filled tires add stability to an inherently unstable machine. All my tractors have had filled tires, but for stability, not as counterweight

No dump run today, since stepdaughter went to the ER due to a UTI of some sort I did move the trash bags and such to the garage door so it'll be easier to load the truck tomorrow Now, I have a doctor's appointment at 0800 tomorrow, for them to explain the results of an echocardiogram I had a...

Maybe, but rear tire ballast doesn't move the pivot point of any load on the front axle, appreciatively. Weight on the 3PH does, thus reducing wear and tear on the front axle, steering gear, etc.

Yep, furniture dollies are useful tools, if you have a concrete floor. My box has been on a furniture dolly since I bought the box I thought about adding a receiver hitch, but found something like this...

Biggest advantage of a ballast box is a lot of weight in a comparatively compact size. I've got a Deere brand box I've had for years, along with 600-700 lbs. of sand that was in it when I bought it. Although I haven't had need of it since moving to Vermont (2012), I'll keep it Some guys use...

More likely just another guy who can form an opinion...just like the rest of us

Very true...

A new take on "parting the car out..."

2021-12-27, 0641 23° right now...high about 30...snow showers/mix precip tonight Main chore is making a dump run this morning

Me too, but it was in math class...

The California government isn't known for having a lick of common sense

I've often wondered why the newer ships' bridges are all the way aft. Seems like the older ships had the bridge on the bow and another deck house all the way aft. I'm assuming the aft deckhouse controlled the engines and rudder. I'm also assuming the newer ships' small deckhouse is for the...

No back blade here, but I'll do a couple passes on the drive with the front blade...not sure how well it'll do since the cutting edge is hard rubber...we'll see. Than spread some salt on the drive in front of the garage doors and clean off the ice on the truck. This won't be for a few...

2021-12-26, 0457 Nice Christmas...just the 4 of us (Wife, Stepdaughter, Puppy and me). Got my usual, new skivies!! :D :D :D Good chow, good booze (wife and stepdaughter had Mimosas, I stuck with the Jameson's) Not so good weather, pretty icy on the roads, but we didn't have to go anywhere

Not much need for that kind of response, is there? Sometimes, better not to respond at all...

Except for the reflection in the door glass...

Quite true...it's the content that's important, isn't it?

Merry Christmas to All!! 2021-12-25, 0619 21° right now...high in the low 30's and snow (hasn't started yet) You folks have a wonderful day!!!

Best of luck and keep us posted

That's NOT going to happen...people will park as close to their destination as possible. Now, private parking lots could be a different situation...

That's when men were men...

No, but engaging any load on the clutch does lower engine RPM

It does if you have a live PTO... "What would bliping the throttle do?" If you're a younger guy, and haven't had a vehicle with a standard transmission, you may not be familiar... As the clutch is released, the engine may stall (sudden load on the engine). Blipping the throttle increases the...

Welcome to Vermont... Where'd y'all come from? Pennsylvania here, back in 2012

If you can open it, copy and paste the contents in your next post...

Bad link, Toppop

Probably correct, but if the BH owner's manual is available, it may advise against filling the rear tires

There's a number of sources for Ballast Boxes...and consider Craigslist too (which is where I found mine, a John Deere box with 600-700 pounds of sand). If you're not using a quickhitch, you probably won't need the Cat-1 to Cat-2 bushings. You probably will need them if you purchase a QH at some...

Stepdaughter works today for few hours, then some shopping (groceries and some liquid refreshment). So, I've got the wifey watch...at least until stepdaughter returns (figure 1500-1600) I'm on the 3rd Season of "Babylon 5", but I think I'll take a break from that and watch a couple of my...

I doubt if too many TBNers have a gear tractor with a live PTO anymore. I had a couple in the old days (Deere 670 and 790), and LD1's post exactly describes the process. I'll add one thing...if the tractor has a foot throttle, be prepared to "blip" the RPM when engaging the PTO.

Yep, and I'd rather have the snow... Some folks in New England ***** about winter and snow...you have to ask..."why live here?" I love watching snow...don't care to drive in it anymore. Good planning minimizes that... For me, snow is what really replenishes the aquifer. If you have a well, you...

Easiest thing is to try another brand pf Grade 5 bolts. It's an unfortunate fact that there are counterfeit bolts...lower grade then what's advertised or marked on the head. Very serious problem with Grade 8's, but that isn't limited to the harder grades.

2021-12-24, 0402 8° right now...high around 30° Mostly_gas: Roy hope you can get dump run prior to roads getting bad Nah, roads were bad and I didn't bother. We can wait until Monday Roy going to have a white Christmas? Looks the way right now. But it's going to be a mix of snow, sleet, then...

2021-12-23, 0316 19° right now...high in the low 20's. Heading to work for a few hours...mostly to wish everyone Happy Holidays. Stepdaughter goes to work for a few hours too, but that won't be until late morning

Actually, not now...since he's dead

Really? Can you add something to substantiate that comment?

I wonder what pissed him off...?

I've had tooth bars on all the tractors I've owned. If the pile of material is dried out and crusty, a bucket without a tooth bar may not be able to dig in. Haven't got one for my current tractor yet, but I'll have one by next Spring

Maybe they already have...

2021-12-22, 0537 32° right now...high in the upper 30's. Also, possibility of snow, sleet and freezing rain this morning...ugh! I do want to make a dump run this morning, if possible

Good news!!!

I'm considering a Titan Attachments toothbar ($309 plus shipping)...

Same here I'm not going to criticize anyone for what they shoot or the cost of the firearm. I'm not a good enough shot, nor do I practice enough, to justify a high dollar firearm. I'm very happy with my Ruger Mark IV's (own 2 of them) at the ranges I regularly shoot (15' to 100 feet, give or...

I don't, but we'll see... As far as taxpayer funds, not so sure I agree with your thoughts on that either

Yeah, but 40 MPG is too big an increase for 4 years. 30-33 average MPG by 2026 is probably obtainable Of course, that means all governmental vehicles as well...

Next election will quite likely bring the EPA out of the clouds and back to reality...

Good luck, Brother!!

2021-12-21, 0526 32° right now...high in the mid-30's and a 40% chance of snow showers this morning. Going to talk the wifey and stepdaughter about making a dump run today or tomorrow. Don't think I have any meetings today, except our daily one at 0730. That would be nice...

It'll depend on the type of implement...a land plane or box blade, the same as the width of your tractor (at the widest point) would be adequate. An implement that can angle (rear blade, landscape rake) should be wider to accommodate the angling and still be the width of the tractor

That's why I always wear a forestry helmet when using a chainsaw or pole saw...might not be 100% protective, but might reduce any injuries. I also wear the helmet (which has a mesh face shield) when chipping. Some protection if there's a branch whipping or kicked back out of the chipper. Of...

2021-12-20, 0335 8° right now...high about 30 today. Got to make a run in to work this morning to sign some paperwork. As soon as that's done, I'll be heading back home so stepdaughter can go to work.

Great post...and more power to your friend's Granddaughter!!

Negative...the rum is going to be a Christmas present. I'm not a rum drinker... I'll pick it up one day this week In my first post today, I'd written it was 29° and that's where it was going to stay...well, wrong!!! It's 23° right now (0924 EST) and will be dropping to single digits (7 or 8...