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The clutch safety switch needs replacing on my Max 26XL. It looks impossible to get at. Has anyone changed this switch that can offer suggestions on how to get to it? Appreciate any help here.

My latest contraption creation. I picked up this dethatcher on Craigslist. It was missing some parts to the lift mechanisms. So, I thought I'd just make it hyraulic actuated. I welded together a frame that fits the front receiver on my garden tractor and ordered a hydraulic cylinder, hoses, and...

I may have a blown head gasket. A lot of gurgling in the coolant reservoir and I've had to add about 1/2 gallon of coolant even though the tractor has just been sitting. Temp gauge, until now, has never risen above second dot at center of gauge. Now it goes up pretty high (not to red) and...

Tractor just had a full service and going over. I just changed all fluids, and oil, hydraulic, gas, and air filters. Lubricated all moving joints with fluid film, and greased every zerk good. After getting rid of that after market filter that cost me so much time and money, I've been working...

Today I changed the hydraulic fluid in my CK25 gear. When I started the tractor and began circulating the new fluid, the big hose (~27 mm ID) on the main line from the filter ruptured. I had to remove the backhoe, front end loader, and right side loader mount to get to it :mad:. Does anyone...

We got 32" of snow and my little JD did an awesome job with it.

Yesterday while using my backhoe to move some rocks, I look down and notice the platform is pushed up in the air. The 3PH arms are all the way up, jammed under the platform. Now I am aware that the 3PH can be raised to cause this. So, when the backhoe is attached, I use my lift stop on the...

My little Kioti continues to impress me with what it can do for its size.

I've been busy with the backhoe digging for a koi pond, which includes a filter/pump pit (5x8x5 deep), waterfall/filter house (4x10x7 tall), and then the pond (6000 gallons or so). Pond not yet dug. But thought some photos of "Kioti effects" might be entertaining. Filter pit Footer for...

I have a 2006 CK25 gear with a Rhino 75 backhoe that is powered from remote ports. For the past 8+ years, the remote actuation lever has worked as expected: locks on with detent in one direction and is momentary in the other. Today I installed the backhoe for the first time in about a year...

Those who might be looking for 3pt leaf/grass collection solutions for the GT that won't break the bank might be interested in this thread: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/319605-3pt-vacuum-rig.html Not super ground breaking, but does show what can be done for just a few...

I bought this old Sears vacuum many years back for $30. I used it for about 14 years or so as a tow behind until the motor finally failed. Needless to say I got my $30 worth out of it. I like it because it's small (I don't have huge amounts of leaves) and it fits into tight spaces. But the...

Anyone interested. Check it out in the classifieds.

Anyone had success making the seat switch less sensitive on an X700? I took mine (X739) out today and added a piece of 1/4" hard foam inside the cup using double sided tape. This compresses the switch plunger by about that much (~25% length compression). It didn't seem to make a lot of...

Anyone use one of these? CMP 3-Point Dethatcher Or know any thing about this company and this product. How well do 3 Pt dethatchers work vs. town behind? I like that I can raise and back into tight spots and drop it and let it do it's thing. I get a lot of sticks and debris off my maple...

I purchased a fimco 40 gal 3pt sprayer with a small folding boom and wand. I wanted more sprayer hose and auto recoil of the longer hose. So I welded together some scrap and mounted an air hose reel on the top. I painted the welded up assembly green. Reworked the plumbing to use the reel and...

Considering lawn vacuums for an X739. Looking PECO Pro 3 bagger, Protero PV18, Trac Vac 662, and John Deere's OEM offering. Do not want a trailer, or anything with wheels. So, either 3 pt mount or click n go. I don't have a rear PTO. Web sites of mfrs are confusing with respect for how/if they...

I just bought an X739. I got the wheel spacer kit for the wider stance and just in case I need chains. Went to install the kit and instructions said that spacers have to be removed to use the 54" deck. Instructions are dated 2008. And so would be current only for the 54C deck, which isn't...

Just wanted this to have its own thread to help those in search of information on this. I got the parts I needed to fit the old style front hitch to my X739. Basically, it's two short M-to-F hoses, 4 right angle spindle adapters, and the 2 guide hook thingies. I'm posting this mainly to help...

Getting ready to order an x739 to take advantage of the current incentives. Plan to get cat 1 3ph, wheel spacers, 6 suitcase weights, and a few other odds and ends. Any advice is appreciated. I currently have a 425 AWS. So, I am familiar with this class of machine. I plan to use my dozer...

Tonight I was loaning a buddy my boxblade. While we were loading in his trailer my tractor was idling and then the engine started rattling badly with some black smoke. After about 5 seconds it stopped and the engine went back to running normally. I went on to use it with it running for at...

I have a 3.5 hp b&s on a leaf vacuum that seized due to no oil. I was able to get it to move freely again by rotating the vacuum impeller. I filled it back with oil and it starts and runs pretty good now. My questin is: will it be ok to use? Or should I just replace it because it will never...

I've been looking for a used aluminum awning to protect my pool mechanics from the weather (sun mostly). I finally found one. Awning is 8 x 16'. Total cost of project $170. $100 awning $70 for some PT wood and fasteners.

I'm getting one of those steel carports to store my trailer and backhoe attachment under. The carport will be 20 x 26 with closed sides. The spot where I want to put it slopes off about 3 - 4'. So, I put my Kioti to work leveling the spot. Probably about half finished. The spot I'm...

Anyone know the thread size for the 2WD/4WD lever? The plastic threads on the OEM knob have given way and I'd like to just put a phenolic knob with metal threads on it.

Anyone ever use an engine hoist to move a frame-mount backhoe? I'm thinking about getting one and putting all terrain casters on it. Extend the side stabilizers a bit and add a load leveler so I can move my backhoe on gravel. Thoughts and suggestions appreciated.

What is the best product/method for repairing cracked and broken asphalt before sealing? Appreciate the help.

What is everyone's opinion of the best pruducts and methods to repair cracks and break-ups of asphalt before sealing? Appreciate the help.

Still under construction. But, getting close. It's 28' across and 4.5' high. Used about 20 ton of stone between foundation and backfill. Tractor has been indespensible. Couldn't have even attempted to do this job without it. My back is aching though. Wish I could have found a way to use...

Put my CK to work today. What a digger! Building 2 retaining walls at the same time. Removed dirt from one wall and used it to fill another. The fill-in wall is made from 3 rows of utility poles laided horizontally accross 6x6 posts. Cheap wall, but I think it will serve well for its...

Finally got this old box blade refurbished. Was worried it would be too big for my CK25. I've only tried it a couple of passes, but it has pulled it so far with no problem, even with the scarifiers down. Before and after:

Well, seems I've joined the ranks of those whose injector pump has failed. Was moving some mulch today, running at about 2000 rpms when suddenly the rpms dropped to 1000. I pressed on the throttle pedal. Nothing happened. I tried the hand throttle. No change. Then it just died. Started it...

I got my CE magazine yesterday with the buyer's guide in it. Kioti is all over this magazine, which is great! However, the prices listed in the guide for Kiotis are crazy high, much higher than the other competitors listed. A casual buyer that might not necessarily do their homework might...

I got this hydraulic top link with a 3ph fork lift that I bought. Question for those with more tractor experience: Can I use this thing just like it is? The pivot fits between the top link mounting brackets with about 1/4" to spare. I've found a few other top links on here and on e-bay that...

Read through the few threads that talked about this trying to understand. But, after trying it, still confused. My CAT 1 top link pin just falls right through the holes in the CAT 2 implement. Read a thread about using 3/4" pipe on both sides of the toplink ball. But, how does this keep the...

I'm considering buying a Work Saver HAF-2555 forklift. Anyone know anything about this model. I can't find any info on the web for this model. It's a 3pt mount, high lift. Has it's own cylinder.

I want to weld a hose reel right to my 30 gallon compressor tank. Can I do this safely as long as I keep the relief valve open? Seems like it'd be safe, but don't want to blow my head off.

I've been looking at this boxblade for a year now that a local man has for sell in his pasture. I don't have any photos (yet), but it's a 6' very heavy unit. Looks like it's may be a Gannon. No markings on it (just rust). Anyway, it clearly is very heavy duty with hinged rear blade and is...

As I understand it Kioti has dropped midmount mowers on the CK line. Well, I just saw a BobCat Kioti clone offering a midmount mower. It was in "Compact Equipment" magazine. For those who might want one, this might be a place to look.

I need some advice on what/how to prevent erosion from washing out the driveway that I am building. It's still under construction. So, almost anything goes as far as solutions. Rather than repost photos, etc. here is a link to another post witht the information. Any help/suggestions are...

I've been working on this driveway back to my barn for a couple of years now. It was very steep and I needed a lot of fill. Being a cheapskate, I've been posting ads. for free fill on Craig's list and filling in as I get it (hence the 2 years+ project). Also, I've needed to install culvert...

Will it be harmful to use straight SAE30 universal diesel engine oil in my CK25? Winter temperature are rarely in the teens, and I won't be running it when it's colder than about 20.

Pitch is shallow due to window on wall of barn. But, we don't get a lot of snow, and I built it like a deck. So, I think it'll last longer than I'll need it. It's 16 x 35.

I got tired of using tarps and having to cover and uncover my tractor. So, I built a leanto. Pitch is shallow due to window on barn wall. But, we don't get huge snows, and I built it like a deck. So, I think it'll last longer than I'll need it.

Anyone know anything about these? Anyone have an opinion on them? Bucket Forks Loader Forks Skid Tractor Pallet Forks tm - eBay (item 360042581203 end time Apr-22-08 20:15:47 PDT)

How big of a rake can I pull behind my CK25 gear? I'd like to go with a 7'. I pull a 7' scraper blade through hard dirt with no problem. So, I thought a 7' rake would also be ok.

Here is another Country Manfacturing Inc. tandem trailer with a hydraulic dump modification. When I designed the cylinder plumbing, I wanted to use the dump trailer to connect to the both my John Deere 425 garden tractor as well as my Kioti CK25. The CK already had 1/2" rear remotes for my...

Here is another Country Manfacturing Inc. tandem trailer with a hydraulic dump modification. When I designed the cylinder plumbing, I wanted to use the dump trailer to connect to the both my John Deere 425 garden tractor as well as my Kioti CK25. The CK already had 1/2" rear remotes for my...

I'm installing a welded tube cylinder as a 1 ton lift on a trailer (Cylinder force = 4000 lbs). What should I used for pivot pins? Are clevis pins heavy enough? I think what I liked to use is 1" dia greaseable axles. What is the right thing to use and where can I find them? Any help is...

This was originally posted under attachments. But, I only got a few comments, and since it's really more about hydraulics, I thought I'd post here. I just got a new CMI 1 ton trailer, 6 ft model, tandem wheels. I also added the manual hydraulic jack lift kit. I had read posts about the 7...

Does anyone know what is the maximum hydraulic pressure on a CK25? I can't seem to find this number in the specification nor owner's manual.