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Really ? Here is an example of what I'm talking about According to tractor data Ford 8n, 30hp, 27 pto hp = 2410-2717 lbs Modern Kubota l2501, 25hp, 20.5 pto hp = 2425-2623lbs Your saying these older under 40hp tractors were twice tougher than modern compacts yet they weigh about the same, how...

June 1 our electric company (West Penn Power) raised their rates 45% here

My hour meter is cable operated. The faster the engine spins the faster it turns the cable. At idle speed it takes twice as long to = 1 hour on the meter. My previous tractor (JD 850 worked the same way)

Exactly. When I first got my tractor I had a lot of projects I wanted to get done. The year we built our house I put over 200 hours on that year (building a driveway and digging all the utilities Etc.) For years I used the tractor to mow the lawn also, I now have 2 zero turns that do the lawn...

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I'm guessing the 2 dots represent normal operating temperature. Your running a little high on temp, but not to bad. Cleaning the radiator fins very well might help.

I know if it were mine, I would be asking the dealer if I can just bring him the QA plate and pick up the new one and mount it myself

Sounds normal.

Kukje makes Branson tractors

Same here

If it were my machine, I would mount an oil pressure gauge so I could see what the pressure is.

I just prebought 500 gallons at $2.79 per gallon

Years ago I owned a JD 850 (25 HP, 22 PTO HP) that had a 72" belly mower. Ran that mower just fine Go for at least a 60" rear finish mower IMO

A mini x isn't the right tool for the job either IMO. Are you loading into something to move the dirt ? A mini isn't going to have the reach you need for a 60x30 pond. (unless you want move the same dirt multiple times to get it needs to be)

Now blow out the radiator fins and check the fan belt for wear/tension.

I don't have a Branson, but my 3 point has leaked off overnight for years. Never caused an issue while using the tractor so it makes no difference to me.

Commercial EV zero turns are very pricey. https://www.gardenland.com/product/gravely-pro-turn-ev-60-zero-turn-electric-mower/#:~:text=Gravely%20Pro-Turn%20EV%2060%E2%80%9D%20Zero-Turn%20Electric%20Mower%20%28side,discharge%29%20%24%2032%2C632.95%20Call%20408-377-4496%20for%20a%20Demo...

Probably over inflated. Run lower pressure and I'm betting you will notice a difference I run 8-9 PSI front and rear.

I have those on my zero turns and never noticed a rougher ride. I run 8-9 PSI tire pressure

Exactly. Tubeless tire slips a little on the rim = not really an issue, valve stem is on the rim. Tube tire slips on the rim and the tube slips with it ripping the valve stem from the tube. It is a possibility at 4 psi.

My 2001 DK 35 has a dipstick.

I have a Snapper Pro s200xt with the ICD mower deck and did the exact same thing last summer. Stick went up over the mower deck and took the fan blades off my left side fan.

Like was said earlier. The pin fell out is all you need.

I prefer to have a lot less computer/electronics on my tractor. (no offense meant)

I've been running a Fel mounted snowplow on my tractor for 20+ years now. (9' power angle plow) Works fine. I have my A frame running under my loader arms ( tucks the plow in much closer to the loader arms) You want trip springs to protect the loader/tractor 580844,634826

There is a chance at only 4 psi the tire could slip on the rim and rip the valve stem from a tube. (unless you have rim locks)

The answer is simple , Of course it doesn't

Congratulations. I've owned a Hustler Super Z since 2013. Very solid built mower, and never a single issue. (other than a couple flat tires)

Yea, I still have a 1978 Wheel Horse C-101 I bought used in 1986. Tough little machine and still running and working good. It got all new belts, paint job and stickers last year

Hardly anyone has worn masks in our part of the state here in western, pa for nearly a year. I know I haven't.

I have my zero turns on the same insurance plan as my tractor/implements. My homeowners will only cover a mower for up to $5000

Hydrostatic power steering doesn't have a solid gearbox, it is a fluid powered system. Your suicide knob will end up in a different position every time you use the tractor. Completely normal. Hydro-Static Power Steering System - Tractors PK.

It has hydrostatic power steering, the steering wheel orientation can and will change during use.

Just got a notice here a couple weeks ago our electric prices will increase 44.6 percent (West Penn power) starting June 1. https://explorevenango.com/update-electric-rates-increasing-up-to-45-starting-next-week/ Our water bill increased 25% the week prior

The low profile suspension seats tension can also be turned up or down for different operator weights. (I have one on my tractor and they do work OK)

Shows a low profile suspension seat in the brochure. https://www.gravely.com/en-us/power-equipment/zero-turn-mowers/pro-turn-zx

You have a suspension seat. First thing I would do is check your tire pressure (to high will make for a rougher ride) I run my zero turn tires at 8 or 9 PSI to help the ride.

You will get the hang of it. My wife hated a zero turn at first, now she mows fast as it will go and has fun mowing.

I think you did fine. And yes the 3200 hydro gear transmissions are serviceable

Problem is that puts you in the $10,000 and over price tag they didn't want to do.

I just looked at the Bobcat Zero turn home page. Bobcat Zero-Turn Mowers - Bobcat Company They offer the Hydro gear ZT transmissions every model I looked at same as most other MFG.

I'm not familiar with the Gravely Pro turns, so I looked it up. Seems they have several different models/specs of the PRO turn line. Not sure which one it is. Zero Turn Lawn Mowers | Gravely Lawn Mowers

Why, what's better about that system vs SSQA

My previous tractor was a Deere (JD 850). I had it for years. It was a reliable machine. When upgrading to a new tractor in 2001 I looked a Deere ( the 4300 and 4400, nice unit. I also looked at the 790 but I didn't like anything about it) . Also the Kubota 3010 and 3410, also nice units. I...

Who runs the lines outside the loader arms?? I've looked a lot of different brands and I don't recall ever seeing that

Just keep an eye on them. My DK 35 is a 2001 model with 2430+ hours I have replaced my upper/lower radiator hoses and fuel line once in 21 years

What a great idea. Buy the sheep, build a barn to house the sheep, get dogs to protect the sheep, fence the entire property, buy feed for the sheep through the winter months, bedding, feed for the protection dogs, vet bills, and the property taxes go up even higher for the barn I just built...

I have a Snapper Pro s200xt with the Vanguard 37 HP EFI (with oil guard) and 72" deck. It's basically the same as a Ferris IS3200 but without the suspension. My Snapper Pro does have a very cushy suspension seat.

Ferris, Simplicity and Snapper Pro are all owned by Briggs and Strattan

Branson is made by Kukje (TYM bought Kukje a while back), but they are different tractors so far. I've looked at TYM and Branson, my opinion I think the Branson is a nicer/heavier built machine