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  1. JOE G

    BX 25 Is there a cover that will cover everything including backhoe?

    Hi, I would like to get a cover that will cover the whole tractor for the times I may need to leave it outside for extended periods. My large equipment I don't worry about it as they have cabs or sit in one of my pole barns. The BX I tend to lend to family or friends and it may stay outside for...
  2. JOE G

    BX 25 Wheel Weights vs Loaded tires.

    I like the idea of being able to remove the weights if needed but could you guys let me know the Pros and Cons of each and where I could get the Wheel Weighs. Also what would be the best all around to load tires. Thanks
  3. JOE G

    BX 25 Doesn't stop well when cold/First use? Brakes and hydro.

    I notice that my BX 25 doesn't stop well when it is cold, Braking seems better once the tractor warms up. This goes for the foot brake which feels like it has pressure but I can push it as hard as it'll go and the tractor will keep moving, Also when letting off the forward pedal the tractor...
  4. JOE G

    BX Bucket edge, Piranha tooth,pro or straight? Pros and Cons of each.

    I am leaning towards the regular Piranha bar, I use the bucket for different tasks and I also am trying to protect my bucket. The Pro bar I don't think I can justify the extra cost. What are your guys thoughts for all around use. Does the Piranha improve digging? Hinder back blading ? Thanks...
  5. JOE G

    Fork options for a Kubota BX 25.

    Hi, I am wondering what options I have for forks on my BX 25, What do you guys like? Dislike? Thanks
  6. JOE G

    I purchased a Pressure tester/Adjustment kit Any tips? 2100 PSI good starting point? BX25.

    I purchased the below kit, Any tips? I was reading though old threads and people were saying how they need to Remove the FEL and the Backhoe as well as the rear rim. I am looking at it and I don't believe any of that is needed unless I am looking at the wrong port in the rear...
  7. JOE G

    2012 BX 25 Looking for the upper ROPS bar.

    Hi, I purchased a used BX 25 that is in really nice shape, the Upper ROPS bar is missing and it appears kubota doesn't sell or at least list it in their parts diagram, Any ideas on where to look? Thanks
  8. JOE G

    Kubota BX 25 Wheel spacers, Would either of these work? Bore size confusion.

    Hi, I am have been doing a lot of research and it appears people use both of these, I see one is 70.5 MM Bore and one is 71.5 MM Bore. It is not 100 % clear to me which is for the BX 25 as I see a lot posted about the BX 23. I am not sure if they use different sizes. Also Should I go with 1.5...
  9. JOE G

    Kubota BX 25 Bucket hooks, are these any good ? which style?

    Kubota BX 25 I want to add Bucket hooks, are these good? which style? Thank you for the help. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09Y8KWBWJ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2HMJ5GT5TYLAE&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08TMH7VCC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2HMJ5GT5TYLAE&psc=1
  10. JOE G

    Kubota BX 25 Want to add a thumb to BT601 Backhoe, Looking for advice.

    Hi, I want to add a thumb to my BX 25, Ideally I would add a hydraulic one but I am unsure on cost and if it is worth it. I found this one, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0732SFZQ4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A2OSE6G7MS58ZO&psc=1 I am open to other ideas as well. Any info on the hydraulic...
  11. JOE G

    BX25 Question about rear rim and slighly egged mounting holes.

    Hi, I just recently picked up a pretty clean BX 25 I believe it is a 2015. The previous owner did put new tires on and I noticed all of the rims were on the wrong way ( Spun around ) I got that corrected but I noticed one of the rear rims has 2 holes that are egged out and the other three appear...
  12. JOE G

    BX 25 Hazard/turn signals not working.

    Hi, I have a new to me BX 25 in nice shape, all the lights work except for the Hazard/Blinkers. They flash on the dash but not at the light. When I have the head light on all four bulbs in the back orange housing light up but nothing flashes, If the lights are off they don't flash either or...
  13. JOE G

    What are my options to keep a small section of exposed water line from freezing?

    Hi, My Shop is fed from my home which is about a 100 FT Run of Black Plastic pipe I believe it's around 1 Inch ID, My issue is when I ran it I was not able to get it under ground easily from where it comes out of my home to where it goes under ground is 5 to 6 Feet, This part of the pipe is...
  14. JOE G

    Best Box store or mail order Fall and spring Fert and Weed killer?

    Hi, I have a country lawn, It has random weed types, Clover, Crabgrass,Plantain, Dandelions and other stuff. My local feed and garden stores don't really carry much for home owners besides your basic name brand stuff scotts and what not. What is the best and what type should I use for fall and...
  15. JOE G

    RPM Help, Stihl HT 131 and FS110R 4 Mix motors.

    Hi, I decided to do a tune up on these items since its been a while and the FS110 R weed whacker has a lot of hrs on it, I checked the RPM with my tach and I am getting HT 1331 it hit 10 K once and then it goes to about 9,200 and breaks up ( Rev Limit maybe ? ) Manual says 10,500 cut out. FS 110...
  16. JOE G

    EXCELL XR2600 Pressure washer replacment pump options/Help. Thanks

    Hi, I have a EXCELL XR 2600 with a Honda motor Pressure washer that has been sitting for many years. I t fired up without issue after two pulls, I went to use it and the Hose blew, New hose then the pulse Hose blew Replaced that now the pump went lol. I would like to replace the pump and I see...
  17. JOE G

    How Do I check to see if Trailer brake ontroller is working?

    Hi, I have a Tekonsha unsure what model but I can check later today, It is just a basic slide controller, I hooked up a trailer that has Electric brakes but the controller didn't do anything no lights lit up on the controller even if I slide it manually. The trailer I used may not have working...
  18. JOE G

    Is my Well pressure switch wired right?

    Default Is my Well pressure switch wired right? Hi, Today I decided to clean out the tube that the Well pressure switch is connected to ( Completely clogged not sure how it was working ) and I cleaned up the switch. I have a Sta - Rite SK 2 switch which I adjusted to be a 40/60. I also have a...
  19. JOE G

    Need Help setting up a Small Solar system.

    Hi, I have a Shed that i built that is storing some equipment, I had asked a similar question before but with a slightly different set up in mind. A few of you guys suggested a battery solar system. Can you guys please list all the parts I would need to make a small system work, Battery...
  20. JOE G

    Help needed between a 8 Ft Sliding barn door or two 4 Ft double doors Will slide

    Hi, I have a building that is 12 ft wide where I want to put an 8 ft slider, So the slider would need a 16 ft track, Would it be ok with 6 or so ft hanging off the building? Could I brace it and if so how? Should I just use 2 4ft Double doors? I cant build 2 4 ft sliders because of trees on...
  21. JOE G

    Need help with shed bracing.

    Hi, I am going to try and explain this the best I can, I have bracing questions on a shed I am building. I have an out door pen, it is 20 ft long by 12 ft wide and 8 ft high. It is built with 6x6 in corners and in the center of the 20 ft runs. I then have a 2x8 all around the bottom top and the...
  22. JOE G

    Solar Light and power Questions For a small out building.

    Hi, I have a small 20Lx12Wx10H with an attached 10x12 Shed, It was an old chicken Coop and Run that I am turning into a storage shed and Small equipment storage. At this time I dont plan to run power out to it and i was wondering if I could put some Solar powered lights and and maybe a small...
  23. JOE G

    BobCat XRZ 52 Inch Zero turn what do you guys think of them?

    Hi, My 11 Year old son (Soon to be 12 ) has started a small lawn care business, We live in the country and he mows 4 Lawns each a couple acres for Weekenders/Vacation homes. All of the homes are on a back country road which he can ride the mower to each of them. He started doing this at the age...
  24. JOE G

    Champion Dual Fuel Generators What do you guys think of them?

    My Friends and I picked up 21 of these for a very low price, I was wondering what you guys think of them? We each took one. Is this a decent unit? Will this support your average house? Champion says it is clean power so it should be safe for all of electronics correct? Any wire hook up tips...
  25. JOE G

    Simplicity Regent 15 HP Regency, No power in Reverse Tuff Torque 46 Hydro

    Hi, I Have a Regent 15 HP With a Tuff Torque 46 Rear, I don't have full range in the gear handle, But there does not seem to be anyway to get more. I also don't always have power in Reverse some times it will go other times not. Also the Detent for Lock and unlock has to be pushed into a...
  26. JOE G

    562 XP Let me down Yesterday, FLy wheel and cord issues.

    So Yesterday A Buddy of mine asked me to help cut up Some Hardwood for his stove, He got about a Picker load. SO I loaded up the 562 XP, the 450 and Rancher 55. I get up there and he has a Reg 55 and a 460 Rancher, We BS for a bit and he goes on to tell me how the Cord would not retract first...
  27. JOE G

    Forum for tools?

    Wondering if maybe it would be a good idea to start a area where people can talk about tools, If there is a spot now maybe I am just missing it. Thanks
  28. JOE G

    How to get rid of Crab Grass and Nut Grass? It's taking over my Lawn.

    Hi, I have about 2 acres of lawn, Over the last few years I have had to dig up certain areas, for different projects, After re planting the lawn in those spots I seem to have a lot of Crab Grass and Nut Grass, The are some big patches where the crab grass is thick. I am getting annoyed with it...
  29. JOE G

    Getting rid of Ants in the lawn, Need help

    Hi, on one of my tree lines I have a ant colony, in a couple different spots, I would like to get rid of them so i can get the grass to grow back in that area. Any tips?The are Black ants.
  30. JOE G

    Some Pic's from current logging project at my home

    Every year I try to log a section of my property, Last year I took a lot of Hemlock and Pine out, since my friends mill is a couple miles up the road and that is what he deals with, Makes Hemlock worth more to take when trucking it is close. This year I was going to take some more Hemlock and...
  31. JOE G

    Shop Floor Epoxy's, Which ones to use/stay away from. Also Drylok ?

    Hi, I am going to Put Epoxy down on the floor of my shop when it is done, Any tip's? Which brands are good and which to stay away from. Any Links? Also Drylok should I use it on the concrete walls? What brand? Thanks
  32. JOE G

    Need help picking out Bushes/Shrubs that will be good for a privacy border.

    Hi, I am Wondering what kind of bushes/shrubs would make a nice Privacy border around a property edge. My Home and land sit off the road and I do live in the country, But I still would like to put bushes and or shrubs on the fence line near the road. I am in NY and there will be a mixture of...
  33. JOE G

    Metal Spring came though the boot of my Stihl 009, Repair question.

    Hi I have a Stihl 009, Today I took all the saw's out and fired them up, Haven't run a few of them in a month or so, Well They all fired right up but I noticed a little spark coming from the boot of the 009 and sure enough the metal spring was sticking out of it, the saw ran like a champ, I have...
  34. JOE G

    Need Air Compressor and Bench Grinder advice.

    Hi, I am looking for a new compressor, I have a stand up unit and a portable unit now, the portable is on its way out, I would wither go with a new stand up that is good unit for a good price or a nice portable unit, if you guys could post ideas and links to different units. I am also looking...
  35. JOE G

    How can I get the Rough cut lumber to age a certain color?

    I sided my Shop in Rough Cut Hemlock and there maybe some pine mixed in. I also have a few other out buildings sided like this, The Shop is fresh others are about a year old and they are turning gray. Around here I see Gray barns and Brownish colored barns that have alike a yellow color near the...
  36. JOE G

    What A difference between the 562 XP and the Rancher 55 spent the day in the woods.

    Had quite a few trees come down from Sandy, A Mixture of Soft and hard woods, I left the 450 and the 009 in the barn and took the 562 XP and the 55 with me, Well I have never ran them side by side for this amount of time. The 55 Started easier though out the day usually popping off on the first...
  37. JOE G

    Garage/Shop Projected started Here are some Pic's

    Well I got the Foundation in, I have water and Conduit for elec run from house underground to Shop, Radiant Heat is in 4 200 FT Loops. Hopefully framing will start this week, Shop will be 28 X 28 with 10 Ft ceilings on the first floor and 8 ft ceilings on the second floor. Back of shop is about...
  38. JOE G

    Installing Radiant in my garage, I have a bunch of ? head is spinning

    Hi, I am putting up a 28 X 28 Garage, first floor will have 10 Ft ceilings, the Second floor is just for storage and will have 8 Ft Ceilings, The first floor ceiling will be insulated. I am getting a 1000 Ft roll of 1/2 In tubing and will be putting down the insulating tarp below it. I am not...
  39. JOE G

    7 or 8 Pin Rim which should I run on my different saws?

    I am just wondering which should i run on the following saws, Husqvarna 562XP Woods Ported with .025 pop up Muffler Mod 18,20 or 24 Inch Bar Husqvarna Rancher 55 2005 18 Inch Bar Husqvarna 450 Anniversary Edition 2010 16 or 18 Inch Bar STIHL 009 1998 14 or 16 Inch Bar STIHL HT 131 Pole Saw 2012...
  40. JOE G

    Any tips building/designing a 28x28 Board and Batten garage Gambrel Style roof?

    Hi, I am getting ready to build a 28 x 28 Garage, it'll have board and Batten siding a Gambrel Style tin roof, I am going to have a 6 inch concrete floor with two foot high knee walls, the garage will have 10 Ft ceilings on the first floor and 8 ft on second floor. I plan for now to have either...
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