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  1. jeepcj7

    Ford 960 Power Steering Cylinder

    Looking for a source for a seal kit for a power steering cylinder on a ford 960 narrow front with a 5/8" rod. New Holland does not have one (there fits a 1/2" rod) and neither does Merssik's. I was told the seal kit from a '55 - '56 might work but I don't know if the is true or not.
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    Mahindras on Big Iron Auction

    Any idea why so many brand new Mahindra tractors and implements have been on Big Iron auctions for the past several weeks. Mahindra is listed almost always as the seller.
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    drill bit sharpening

    I'm apparently getting old an feeble minded. I'm having trouble sharpening drill bits smaller than 3/16" by hand on the bench grinder anymore. Are the Drill Doctors I see advertised worth the money?Re there better brands out there?
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    low profile equipment trailer with full width monster ramps - opinions please

    Does any one have experience with monster ramps (they go by a lot of names) on a low profile trailer. Picture attached.
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    Full length 24 ft 14K gravity tilt trailer recommendations

    Hi. Was wondering if anyone had a full length gravity tilt 24 foot 14K pound trailer they have been very happy with that they would like to recommend. Could be bumper hitch or gooseneck. Every thing I see on the internet is either split deck or power tilt. Thanks.
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    How do I convert a 6 volt 960 to a 12 volt with an electronic ignition

    My 960 is left at the farm where there is no power and might get started and used 2 times a year. For simplicity and reliability I want to convert the starting system vs having to mess wit hit every other time I want to use it. It currently has 6 volt system, a generator and points. I can easily...
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    Homemade shop stools

    Looking for a few photos of shop stools people made in the past. I have a few stamped steel tractor style seats (none are collectible) and some old disc blades that would work as a base. I could just weld a chunk of 14" long thin wall pipe in between the two pieces and call it good but it would...
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    pack rats eating trailer wires - suggestions wanted

    I park a couple utility trailers at the farm 20 miles from home. The area is partially wooded, no one lives on the property and there are no outbuildings. My issue is the pack rats (wood rats) play havoc with any exposed trailer wires. For those of you not familiar with pack rats they are pretty...
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    need a source for gear box and misc parts

    I am looking for a gear box and a few other items for on a 100+ hp project. Surplus Center does not have what I need. Is there another surplus company that handles drive parts, hydraulic parts, etc....
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    Need help understanding split deck tilt trailers

    I must be way over thinking this because I have managed to confuse myself. I am looking at purchasing a 22' - 24' gravity tilt deck trailer (which typically have a 4' - 6' stationary deck) to haul vehicles, a 70 hp tractor and any other stuff I normally haul. I was hoping to avoid a deck over...
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    Massey equivalent of TAFE 35DI and 45DI models in NA

    Looking to match up a few parts. Does any one know which MF models are most similar to the TAFE 35DI and 45DI that were sold in the US. I believe they are both similar to the MF2605 and MF231. It appears that there is also a current production MF35 sold in other parts of the world that is built...
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    Open End Pole Barn Truss Orientation

    I am building a 30' x 30' x 10' pole barn with 1 end fully open (10' 30 opening). The roof trusses are gable shaped. The open side of the building will be facing straight East. The prevailing wind blows from the West, Southwest or South. Will use metal sheeting for the roof and sides. I am...
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    Looking for salvage yard with old John Deere plows

    I am trying to refurbish an old 2 bottom john Deere model 44 pull type plow. Does anyone know a salvage yard that has old Deere plows - lots of tractor parts but striking out on finding implement parts.
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    GC hi lift mower blade recomendations

    Has any one found an aftermarket hi lift blade they would recommend for the GC mower decks? In the summer the grass gets really dry around here and doesn't spring back up as nicely after the front tires go over it.
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    articulated lawn tractor build question

    With the advanced understanding that I need to get my head examined, I would like to build an articulated (steers in the middle) cub cadet tractor using 2 existing tractors - preferably using the 1000 - 1650 series or 70's vintage JD lawn tractors. Has anyone seen a build thread that was posted...
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    Home built articulated cub cadet tractor - any build threads?

    With the advanced understanding that I need to get my head examined, I would like to build an articulated (steers in the middle) cub cadet tractor using 2 existing tractors - preferably using the 1000 - 1650 series. Has anyone seen a build thread that was posted by some one who has done one of...
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    4708 playing in the mud

    Beats the heck out of working but the mosquitos are taking the fun out it.
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    Need help on estimating shop lighting requirements

    Whats the best way to estimate shop light requirements? A few years ago I built a 24 x 26 garage with a 10' ceiling. The interior walls and the ceiling are finished with standard unpainted OSB and the concrete floor is painted white (you would be amazed how much that helps lighten up the inside...
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    Suggestions needed on shortening old truck frame

    I have a late 50's F600 Ford and need to shorten the wheel base on it. Drilling new holes and sliding the rear axle forward is not possible because the shape of the bottom of the C channel frame is different at the spring perches than it is in the middle of the frame. I have no issue with...
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    Kioti UTV question

    Who makes the UTV vehicles for Kioti and are they sold under another brand? Someone told me that E-Z GO (a division of Textron) has the same UTV and its made by a company called Deadong. They look like a nice machine - any reason to stay clear of them. Any recalls?
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    degreasing with oven cleaner

    I have to ask.... I saw on a thread where someone successfully used oven cleaner to remove old grease from and engine and primed it. Has anyone else tried this? How does it compare to using store bought off the shelf engine degreaser? Any particular type of oven cleaner work better than other?
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    steel wheels

    Gotta love those amish
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    looking for a 1233 or 1428V in salvage yard

    Looking for a 1428V or 1233 in a salvage yard. Has anyone seen one or have any suggestions?
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    Iseki to Bolens model cross reference

    This might be helpful to someone. BRAND Engine HP Bolens Iseki MF White G152 TX1300 2WD 13 G154 TX1300F 4WD 13 G172 TX1500 2WD 14.8 G174 TX1500F 4WD 14.8 G152 TX2140T 2WD 13.6 G154 TX2140F 4WD 13.6 G172 TX2160T FB16 2WD 15.5 G174 TX2160F MF1120 FB16 4WD 15.5...
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    How does one remove tree rows of hedge apple

    I need suggestions on good ways to remove hedge apple (osage orange) trees. The smaller ones out in the open are easy enough to cut down, but the ones in the headge row are a different story. They are 2 - 3 ft in diameter, easily 40 - 50 ft tall and very closely spaced (intertwined). Just ta...
  26. jeepcj7

    What gauge steel for trailer deck?

    I am converting an old single axle Hesston Stackhand (given to me for free) into a trailer. I have access to 1/8", 3/16" and 1/4" flat steel plate (also available free) to use for the deck. The stringers on the Stackhand that I would be welding the deck to are probably 18" apart. The Stackhand...
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    Need simple, durable bridge ideas

    I need a bridge to cross a dry creek that has water in it maybe 2 months out of the year. We had a lot of rain this year and due to the lay of the land I realized a culvert is not an option. Was looking for simple ideas to build a bridge to span a 10 ft gap so I can drive my tractor across in...
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    GC filter shield

    Kit number is 79026385. Looks pretty sturdy. My dealer is getting me a price.
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    Protective cage for 1428V

    Does anyone have any photos of a cage (gaurd) or has maybe seen a cage installed on a compact tractor to protect the operator from branches, etc... The tractor is used primarily in the woods. I'm looking for ideas before I start fabricating.
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    eBay/Craigslist  block heater on ebay

    I see there is a block heater on ebay for iseki , white and bolens tractors. Has anyone had much experience with these?
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