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  1. MUDONTHETIRES

    Grab Handles

    I have a 6065 4WD and while bush hogging or operating in general, I miss my grab handles that were on my 4505. They were located on top of the flat fenders but my new tractor only has a cup holder. The grab handles to assist in getting on the tractor are too low from the operator’s seat. Has...
  2. MUDONTHETIRES

    Thoughts On Lining Up Bucket to Front End Loader

    I’ve been running a tractor for a long time but with my newest addition, I’m having the hardest time lining up my bucket and forks. I can’t see the brackets because of the loader arms. Any ideas on an easy way to line them up? I’ve read putting a painted line on the quick attach plate and bucket...
  3. MUDONTHETIRES

    3-Point Hitch  Need advice on top link height with finishing mower

    I’ve been around tractors for a good while but this is really confusing to me. I must be missing something. I purchased a 7 foot finishing mower for my tractor and the top link is too high on my tractor or the floating top link on the mower is too low. I purchased an 18 inch top link at HF just...
  4. MUDONTHETIRES

    Mowing  Was your new implement old when you purchased it from the dealership?

    Curious as to how common this is across the country. Just about every dealership around here sells new implements that are two, three or four years old or more. Looking at a finish mower and one dealership has one that is a year old. Another dealership has two that are three years old with faded...
  5. MUDONTHETIRES

    Mowing  Level (soon to be lawn) with tiller, disc or box blade?

    I recently started mowing more and more land around my house to have a nice lawn. It’s about four acres, the rest I brush hog. It was pasture land and is rough on the kidneys and back so I want to level it. Should I start with a pto tiller, disc or box blade? I have access to all three. I’ll...
  6. MUDONTHETIRES

    Lynch Pins Coming Off

    There are several posts about this but not many recently so a new day means new ideas. When I brush hog a different lynch pin falls off nearly every time. I've brush hogged five times in the last two months and have lost four lynch pins. Facts: I do have a lot of overgrown weeds and saplings...
  7. MUDONTHETIRES

    What do y’all attach to your front tow hook?

    This is on the front of my tractor. Mahindra calls it a tow hook. The diameter of the holes are 1 1/4”, inner distance between holes is 2 3/16” and outer distance is 3 5/8”. Any ideas what I can attach here to pull/tow? I can’t find a shackle that has the right size diameter on the ears, inside...
  8. MUDONTHETIRES

    Transmission Fluid Check on a Mahindra 6065

    Just got this tractor and I'm going over it just seeing where and what everything is. I came across the round glass window next to the PTO that states transmission oil level. The engine has been off for twenty four hours so can someone tell me if this is the correct level cold and off? Thanks so...
  9. MUDONTHETIRES

    Buying Advice  I pulled the trigger!

    Purchased a new Mahindra 6065 4WD! Seems to be beefy and sturdy like my other tractor. Ready to put it through the test!
  10. MUDONTHETIRES

    What thickness angle iron to weld hooks on bucket?

    My bucket is 78 inches wide and loader will pick up 3500 pounds. I want to weld hooks to a full length piece of angle iron to support the bucket. Is 1/4 inch thick enough? Thanks in advance.
  11. MUDONTHETIRES

    Buying Advice  Mahindra 6065 4WD

    So, I'm looking at a new 6065 4WD and wanted to know your thoughts. Any reason to stay away from this model? All opinions welcome and thanks in advance! I posted this on the Mahindra page with no luck. Was wandering if anyone has any insight as to go for it or stay away.
  12. MUDONTHETIRES

    Mahindra 6065 4WD (No Cab) Thoughts?

    My Mahindra 4530 4WD has unfortunately passed away. A moment of silence please..................................................................thank you. It wasn't self inflicted, but the negligence of a (tractor) mechanic. Long story that has something to do with forgetting to reinstall draw...
  13. MUDONTHETIRES

    Pat's Easy Hitch?

    I'm getting a Mahindra with extendable lower links. Does anyone know if Pat's Easy hitch will fit them. I've always used Pat's and want to on this new tractor but I'm not sure they will fit flush on the extendable arm. Thanks in advance!
  14. MUDONTHETIRES

    New Tooth Bar

    Hello all, About to get a new tractor with a six foot bucket and in the past, I used Markham for a tooth bar. Can't find them so what do you suggest for a good solid tooth bar that will swing out of the way when not needed? Thanks in advance.
  15. MUDONTHETIRES

    Servis-Rhino TW72 (1999 model) Gearbox Grease

    Hello all, The recommended lubricant is NLGI-000 such as Mobil EP023 for the gearbox. Would Lucas 84W-140 work as an alternative?
  16. MUDONTHETIRES

    Help Wiring Work Lights On A 4530

    Hello All, I previously posted this in the Customization forum and only got one reply although a good one. I've been reading all the posts about wiring work lights and I think I have everything I need to install some on my tractor but have just a few questions. First, let me tell you what I...
  17. MUDONTHETIRES

    ?'s About Wiring Work Lights On A Mahindra

    Hello All, I've been reading all the posts about wiring work lights and I think I have everything I need to install some on my tractor but have just a few questions. First, let me tell you what I have. My tractor is a 2007 Mahindra 4530 4WD. For the work lights install, I have (2) 55 watt...
  18. MUDONTHETIRES

    ALL IN A DAYS WORK!

    Hello All! Today I welded hooks and toothbar plates to my bucket and also finished my carry all! I bought a stick welder because I got impatient waiting on a welder to come out to the house. I've been practicing welding for a month or so and it just seems to get tougher. Anyway, first I sanded...
  19. MUDONTHETIRES

    Mahindra RPM Guidelines

    I recently purchased a new 4530 and traded in a 4505. Looking at the attached picture, you'll see the recommended PTO setting is at 2100 RPMs. My question is where do ya'll set your RPMs when doing loader work or anything else not using the PTO? Mud
  20. MUDONTHETIRES

    Using My New AMH Forks!

    I finally got to use my new forks by Arrow Material Handling today. They're rated at 4500 lbs. Picking up limbs and fallen trees are a breeze with these forks. As you can see in picture 3, that big dead oak standing in the background has to come down so I'll get some more use from these forks...
  21. MUDONTHETIRES

    Markham Welding Tooth Bar

    This Tooth Bar is GREAT! The fit is perfect! The following is what I emailed to Markham Welding::) Dear Melissa and Allen Markham, I received my Tooth Bar and installed it today. It took less than one hour! I'll have the support blocks welded on by next weekend. I want to thank you both for...
  22. MUDONTHETIRES

    Mahindra's Bucket Strength

    I know that there are many threads about bucket reinforcements but I didn't find much about Mahindra buckets. Thanks to bindians blog pics on M's website, I'm getting two hooks welded on my ML245 loader bucket soon! Before I do though, I want to know how much should I reinforce the bucket first...
  23. MUDONTHETIRES

    Bucket Hooks  Bucket Hooks Question

    This has probably been covered before and I'm sorry if it's repetitive but here's my question. What type and/or strength hooks should I have welded on top of my 6' bucket? Also, should I weld a solid 3"x72"x1/4"thick plate across the bucket first or can I get away with just a 2"x3"x1/4" thick...
  24. MUDONTHETIRES

    Question Concerning Loader Methods

    Hello, I posted a couple of threads about getting a new tractor with a FEL. Having never owned or operated a FEL before, this weekend has been challenging to say the least. The manual doesn't have detailed instructions on using the FEL so I thought I would turn to the experts, You! I know common...
  25. MUDONTHETIRES

    My New 4530 Has Arrived!!!

    The local Mahindra dealer delivered my new 4530 and picked up my 4505. This tractor is awesome! The seat with armrests is more comfortable, the deck has more room, and the matching aftermarket canopy is metal. I have a ton of reading tonight but at dawn, its on! Here are a few pictures of "TANK".
  26. MUDONTHETIRES

    Bush hogging with FEL bucket attached

    Hello everyone! Yesterday I said my new 4530 will be delivered Friday. I also said that I'd probably have some "how-to" questions seeing as I've never had a FEL before. My 4530 has the skid steer option for quick removal. As stupid as it seems, here is my question. After delivery, I have 15...
  27. MUDONTHETIRES

    Waiting on TGIF!

    Hello everyone! I'm a newbie and would like to start out by saying I've owned a Mahindra 4505 for several years now. It's been a great tractor but I have traded it for a 2007 4530 with a FEL! It's being delivered this Friday and I can't wait! The reason I'm telling everyone this is because I've...
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