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I'm considering setting up a vacuum pump for bleeding brakes in a one-man scenario. I've got a 1-way hydraulic valve designed to go between a bleeder valve and a collection bottle, with the bottle suctioned by a small refrigeration style vacuum pump to pull brake fluid through the system from...

Wow, they just announced a 3.0L diesel in the 1/2 T

I've a lead on a DuroPower DP5000ELP propane 5KW electric start generator that owner claims won't start without starter fluid (Ugh, hate using that stuff) for maybe $100-ish and am wondering if it's worth trying to salvage and make run. I'm not familiar w/ propane engines, so looking for...

I've searched multiple ways and haven't found a satisfactory explanation, don't know if it's my search skills or there is not one out there? I was welding over the weekend using a friends Simadre MIG-200M (supposedly called a Synergic Welder and it's controls are very similar to Everlast Power...

I've searched a bit (actually, quite a bit) for this and haven't found a definitive answer: What is the equivalent solid wire to a flux core .030 and/or .035, for the purpose of setting up a welder that has pre-sets based on metal type, thickness, and wire size? In other words, a table like...

Anyoone know what's up w/ 303 fluid in Missouri not being available from Orscheln F&H anymore? I received this notice in an email from them recently.

Here's a challenge I'm faced with: How can I attach a 1/16" piano wire to a 3/16" to 1/4" ball bearing? or......... create a ball on the end of a piece of stiff wire? (I was thinking can a tungsten be 'balled' to that large of a size?) I'm open to alternatives, so.. The base requirements...

I've finally decided to replace a older lower amp MIG/Flux welder, and have decided to go with a 3in1 Synergic machine. What I'd like to hear are your experiences using one, good, bad, indifferent! I know they are supposedly superior on aluminum, which I'll need to weld some in the future, but...

I'm looking to replace my 295A stick welder with a new IGBT inverter unit, I don't need the capacity the 295 gives me, but I would like to get a feel for what different amperage class welders are capable of. I'm somewhat limited in source power, I've got a 20A 220V available so I can't go above...

I am needing to replace two failed units (both had serious internal engine failures): a very small shredder/chipper (MTD residential grade) and a Agri-Fab lawn vacuum. My current requirements are: small branch disposal - lots of fallen oak and other limbs - the MTD barely handled this, it...

Not sure where this should be posted, but I'm needing some help from the great minds here. I've got a typical oil-less 20Gal compressor (C-H IIRC) that when it reaches top pressure and shuts off, it pops the circuit breaker - and it's virtually the only thing on that branch which is a 20A...

I saw this neat video (albeit a little old, but very good explanation) and thought some that aren't quite as knowledgeable in engineering might benefit. It's a principle that is taken for granted, but without we'd be lost. Good to understand the hows of machinery. I posted the link a bit...

I knew going in that the swivel seat on the MF GC TLB could be pesky, but chose this unit over one w/ a dedicated seat because of overall size differences (read storage and maneuverability challenges). Well, in using it to drag some trenches, it got quite obnoxious to swivel the seat frequently...

I had the opportunity to run out my new Massey Ferguson GC1720 TLB backhoe yesterday, had to dig a trench for some drainage. It's been almost 20 years since I last ran a hoe, and it was a chore as it was IIRC a Terra-Mite (may not be quite correct). It was pretty primitive rental unit, and the...

Has anyone tried the new Harbor Freight Bauer line of tools, 20 Volt Lithium 1/2" Compact Drill/Driver kit? $59 w/ coupon regular $69 What's your take?

I need to punch some 12" holes for some piers but the location of a few are about 6 feet from some pretty large oak trees. Will I be able to get a couple feet down with a 3 PH auger on a SCUT or will I need to find a different approach?

I acquired a new 'car hauler' for my new tractor, and it's the first electric brake trailer I've owned (every other trailer I own is is surge/disc). I've pulled them before, and have always used a good controller (Tekonsha P3) and and have been able to 'lock' up the brakes or come close when...

Not sure if this is best forum, but........... Has anyone considered using or is using a Conex type shipping container as a tractor barn for their small tractor? I'm considering it, it's a quick and fairly economical way to expand storage weather tight, seems a 20' cube would be ideal, they...

I've recently purchased a Massey Ferguson GC1720, and thought others might be interested in the decision points I had for my selection, and some of the observed differences in the tractors I looked at. First, here's some of my requirements: 1. Small size My work area is crowded w/ a lot of trees...

Is there somewhere a reference as to what backhoe buckets will interchange with other brands? Or are they totally unique to the backhoe? Reason, Massey Ferguson only provides an option for a 10" bucket for the GC1710/GC1720 with the CB65 backhoe, but I'd really like a narrower bucket for some...

First let me introduce myself. I've been lurking and reading a ) ot on the candidate SCUT or CUT models I considered. Thanks to all here and in all the other brand specific forums for sharing your own experiences, and some of the humor. I'll make a post in the general buying area that...