Search results

I just ordered some screw in tire studs from these guys: MaxiGrip Ice Studs Pricing was reasonable for~$70-85 /100 I'm hoping to not have to use my chains as much this up coming winter. The chains sure make a mess of my asphalt driveway. Thought I would pass the info along in case anyone...

Saw this on Digg this morning and thought some of you might like it. Note: it was really slow loading for me. Definitley not for dial-up. http://blog.machinefinder.com/86/john-deere-an-hdr-gallery/

I have a 40 foot ladder that I need to use for projects around my house. Anyone that has used a 40 ft ladder knows how hard they are to move. I typically have to ask a neighbor to help me move it and set it up. I've been thinking of making an attachment for my skid steer compatible FEL that...

I'm looking for some good diamond pattern snow chains for the rear wheels of my tractor. I have some ladder chains but they fall into the lugs of the R4's too much. I wanted to order some Valby chains but they don't seem to make them in my tire size: 15x19.5 I've emailed the people at...

I have a Befco flail mower and the grease zerk needs to be re-tapped on the rear roller bearing. I took the roller off and wanted to dismantle the bearing assembly so I could drill it and re-tap it. I don't see an obvious way to remove the bearing from the roller. The parts manual for the...

Does anyone have a Caroni Finish/Estate Mower? I'm considering this one at Agri-Supply: 71ESTATE MOWER LIFT TYPE REAR DISCHARGE - Agri Supply Anybody have any experience with this mower? The blade tip speed seems really high at: 2230 RPM!

I just saw these on Northern Tool. Kind of a neat design. Does anyone have one? How well does it work? Plow Buddy | The Unique Home Snow Removal Solution

I'm considering putting in a gate opener and was thinking of using a Mighty Mule gate opener. Has any body had a bad experience with Mighty Mule? If you are happy with yours how long have you had it? Thanks, PB

Does anyone know if the Kubota BL4690 Backhoe is made by Kubota or is it re-badged from a US vendor? I'm looking at a used one and want to see if I can get a sub-frame for my non-Kubota Tractor. Thanks, PB

Anyone have an internet source for a 53 to 54 Inch 3/4 Drive/Fan belt? It's got "teeth" on it (probably not the right term). The old belt has "Pirelli Line A-X" stamped on it. NAPA and my local JD dealer don't have anything that matches this size. They have 52 inch and then 55 inch. 52 is...

I saw this old 1974 John Deere Loader Backhoe on Craigslist. See the attached picture. Anyone know what model it is? I'm waiting for the owner to call me back. Anyone have any good web sites for info on these things? I know it will be "a project" but if it works then I'm cool with the...

Anyone ever replaced the blades on a flail mower? What was the cost? I'm not looking for a precise amount just a ballpark. If you could say what brand and width of mower you had that would be nice. I need to figure out what this would cost as I think I found a good price on a used flail...

I'm thinking of adding some deck wash nozzles to my mower deck similar to what is found on the Cub Cadet "Smart Jet™ Deck Wash System". I looked at them at HD yesterday and it looks like it would be pretty simple to add these on to my deck. Does anyone know a third party source for these? Or...

The switch housing on my Flojet pump (Model D21X005B) has cracked. This is off of a Fimco 25 Gallon Sprayer. Does anyone know of a good site for ordering parts for Flojet pumps? Or do I just need to go and buy a new pump? Thanks, PB

So I see the new 15 series 2815, 3215 are out. Who makes these? Are these still made by Mitsubishi or are they made elsewhere? Looks like Mahindra is giving the 15 series some love. It must be doing well for them.

Anyone have or seen one of these: The Stablers Rotary Manure Spreader Looks like a pretty simple concept and might not be to hard to make one yourself.

Any rough estimates on the number of holes per hour you can dig with a KingKutter/Leinbach Post Hole Digger with a 12 inch auger. I don't expect accurate numbers and understand how soil conditions will impact the speed. However, I have around 300 holes to dig and want to guesstimate how many...

Pat\'s Easy Change - $169 at Northern Tool! I just got a new Northern Tool Catalog and it looks like they are selling Pat's Easy Change System for $169. Item # 12610-1601 - Category 1 Item # 12611-1601 - Category 2 Both are $169.00 "Power Buys" They list them as "3-Pt Quick-Change systems"...

Do any of you have any experience with one of the Gamo (or other) 1000 feet per second air rifles? Gamo web page I'm thinking of getting one to use as a deterrent for the large antlered rats that graze my property. I'm wondering what the effective range would be on one of these for...

On another thread I found this recipe for cabbage posted by DAP: </font><font color="blue" class="small">( Here's a a grilling idea i recently came across that worked out incredibly. Try this: get yourself one nice big plump head of good cabbage. Flip it over on its head so the stalk is...

Now I'm sure there will be some recommendations on a new BBQ/Grill. I like the flavor of charcoal but the convenience of propane is beckoning. Maybe some sort of hybrid gas/charcoal unit? I'd like something easy to clean and not too big. I don't think I need any side burners but lets hear...

What's the cheapest way to amend clay soil for a new lawn. I recently re-did an area of my property and the clay soil is really hard for the new grass. We are having some hot dry weather and I am doing a lot of watering. The area I did is not as important to me as the area I am about to do...

Anyone ever tried using a ratchet jack for their top link? AgriSupply Ratchet Jack I'm thinking it would be an easier way to adjust the top link on implements (especially heavy implements) with out going the top'n'tilt route (too expensive for now). I've never used a ratchet jack so I'm...

Hinged Box Blade - What\'s the difference. I'm thinking of upgrading to wider Box Blade. Currently I have a KinkKutter with a fixed rear. I noticed that Howse has two types of Box Blades - Hinged and fixed. What's the difference? What would be better/worse with a hinged Box Blade? Thanks...

I'm thinking of buying one of these: Northern Tools Core Aerator Does anyone have any experience with them. I have the HP to pull one loaded up with weight so that is not an issue. Do they work "good enough" for the basic home owner. I always thought I would just rent a "real aerator" when...

After replacing my Water Heater, I've decided to look closer at the rest of the water system and see what needs to be serviced before it dies unexpectedly. We've got a Kinetico Calcite Water Conditioner that is supposed to help with acidic water (according to the web). Does anyone know if...

I woke up to a nice surprise this morning. Our electric water heater (about 10 years old) had decided to leak water all over the garage floor. The water was coming out of a copper pipe that comes from the top of the unit and runs down the side and stops about a foot from the floor I'm...

I just bought a 2000 Watt Coleman Power Inverter. It's bigger than I thought it would be. Where should I mount this sucker in my 99 F250 SD(I think its a little big for my tractor)? Suggestions? Where did you mount yours?

These Mitsubishi tractors sure look familiar to this 2615 owner: http://www.masterfarm.co.uk/tractors/mitsubishi/mitsubishi.htm Nice to see the same hardware from different vendors. I think this just means that the parts and service will always be available somewhere.

I just saw this tiller on eBay and its close enough to me to pick up: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=66889&item=3865705795&rd=1 Anyone have one of these? Are they any good? I'm not going to be doing a lot of tilling but also don't want to buy total junk. Thanks, Paul

We live in a neighborhood with long paved (asphalt) private road. We have one hill that is very steep and in the shade. Every winter it ices up and requires that we chain up for the ride up and down (1 mile) to the county road. The snow isn't a big issue - it actually makes getting up and...

I've got a 26HP 4WD Tractor with a 60 Inch FEL. Should I get a 60 Inch Blade or a 72 Inch Blade? The Blade would be for snow in the winter and dirt in the summer. I assume that once you angle the blade you lose some width so you should go with a bigger blade. Any problems with a blade that...

Anyone here have a rotary harrow? Here's a link to one from King Kutter: http://www.kingkutter.com/WholeGood.asp?item=RotaryHarrows I'm curious how they compare to disc harrows and the relative strengths/weaknesses of each. Thanks

What's the recommendation for chains on a 4WD tractor? All I want them for is the occasional light snow storm and driveway clearing. I'm thinking a set of front chains might be good enough but want to hear what others think.

I'm planning on tearing up a 1-2 acres of bumpy rolling field that is a nice mix of rocks, clay and some pockets of good dirt. I want to tear it up, throw horse poop (because I have access to lots of it - yes I know about the weed seed) on it, till it, and then grade it for nice lawn. What's...

What's the best way to mow a bumpy rolling hillside? My 5ft Rotary Cutter bottoms out on the 4-6ft diameter (1 ft high)mounds that I have to mow over. As I go up some mounds the mower gets lifted up too high and then it bottoms out on the way down. I'm getting pretty good at raising and...

I've been looking at the 790 and the dealer claims it is "big" enough to handle a 5 ft. Rotary cutter but I'm skeptical. I guess the better question is can a 790 handle a Rotary Cutter on hilly terrain (in reverse)? Or do I need something with a bigger frame? Thanks

I just found Ford 1320 (no loader - bare tractor) with 320 hours at a dealer that seemed to be in good condition. Does anyone have any of the specs (years build, engine hp, pto hp, PTO type, weight) on these? They are asking $8000 for it - is that reasonable?