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I picked up a Jet star 3 gas tractor, 1967 based on serial number. According to tractor data they were made 64-65 then became "super" but the serial numbers for a regular JS3 run up to 1970 and are the same as the super numbers. Mine appears to be original paint but does not say super on the tag...

I know where one is for sale with implements and it is manual lift, no hydraulics. How hard does the implements lift? Can a 10 or 12 year old do it? Thanks, David

Large or small doesn't matter. I am starting my seventh season and it has always been middle of February that the weather is right for tapping. This season I am wondering if I am missing the boat, Since the big Christmas storm our weather has been mostly mid 40s daytime and freezing overnight...

I bought a Deere 2320 last June and now that the weather is starting to get cold I am wondering if any of you do multiple cycles of the glow plugs before starting? Mine come on for 3 seconds and that seems short if its in the teens, the book says if its colder than zero farenheight to install...

Not sure where the adjustment would be. Used the bush hog and the PTO doesn't seem to slip. But I have to keep my foot on the pedal to keep it engaged, there is no going "over center" so to speak. Is the adjusment in the pedal, or in the clutch housing? Thanks David

I grew up with a 50,60 and 720 but that was 50 years ago. Now I have a 1959 630 Same vintage as I am. I bought it on line and had delivery included (250 miles) so was a bit nervous, As it turns out the tractor has been bored .045 over with new pistons, rings, and rod pins as well as a new water...

I never reply to threads concerning "how long my battery lasted" for fear of jinxing mine. Well times up, just had to replace the original in my 2005 Kubota L3400. I don't expect the new one will last half as long. David

We have a cedar sided home we stained 3 or 4 years ago and is in need of staining again. Currently power washing/ cleaning and will be re staining within the month. We used Olympic Maximum Semi transparent that claims 6 years. Well that didnt happen so I have been researching what to use in semi...

Kroger, and now Walmart has it. The wife is making out her list to give it a try. How do you like it? Do you let them pick out meat, or produce like bananas. Anything to avoid. And do you "tip", if so how much is normal. Thanks.

The wife and I came up last year to not much color, same as we had here. This year seems late, only a few trees starting to turn. So next week she is off work and we plan on going again,To some of the same places and some we missed last year. So are your colors late this year like ours. David

I am wondering what you folks do for your water wells after a big flood like in the Carolina's now? The news is saying the flood waters are toxic from everything from paint, chemicals, waste, both human & animal. Well casings are not sealed, so all this is flowing right down through the top into...

The wife and I are planning to head up through New England states, mainly Vermont middle of Oct. Is there anything that is a must see? I am hoping the fall colors are near peak, Wanting to avoid the tourist trap rat race and would like to see a sugar camp, maybe learn some on the process to help...

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I have a L3400 gear drive that the operator broke off the micro safety switch (neutral safety). Kubota wants $61. Wondering why it has 2 switches, parts guy didnt know. Does anyone on here know why? I am thinking of jumpering around it. It would still need to be in neutral to start because of...

Been looking for a used 22' 10-14K trailer with no luck. I have a dealer 8 miles away that sells AMO so might have to go new. I was wondering if they are a quality trailer? Thanks David

I am boiling sap for my second year as hobby. Question is how to know when sap is sour? I ask because there was an article on the news from a syrup maker talking about this being another short year due to the fact the temps wont fall below freezing at night spoiling the sap. Thanks in advance David

How do you know when to start tapping? I know it isnt as simple as a date on the calendar, I am sure January is certainly too early. But here in Ohio we have had quite warm weather for the last 8 to 10 days, with 35-50 daytime highs with a couple days pushing 60. The next four days are forcast...

I bought a Ferguson NKO-21 two row cultivator to restore & sell. I like to keep the correct color when restoring but this has no paint left on it, even on disassembled parts. except for some red on the depth gauge brackets, but it is a rolling coulter possibly off a dearborn, I think Ferguson...

Anyone use the burner from a turkey deep fryer for the pressure canner? We have had a smooth top stove for 4-5 years now and they are about the most inefficient way to boil water let alone to can on. I have a fryer with a large pot we use for cooking beets, tomatoes, and corn prior to...

Last spring I ran a tile up a hillside through an area where there is a spring with water coming to the surface. It dried up for a few months, then water came back and runs down the hill about 100'. Today I dug the wet spot back up and found my tile. I cut it in two expecting to find it full of...

I am repairing a 8" tile through an area of heavy clay that always holds water and drowns out crops. I need to install what I call a stand pipe surrounded by gravel. Orange with 1" holes that stick up 3-4 feet. What is the proper name of them and where can I buy one? I have searched standpipe...

I have a 444 that loses oil pressure when engine warms up. I removed the oil pump to find the gasket blown out and the pump cover bent about .020 between 2 of the bolts. Anyone else have this issue, or know a good fix?

I picked up a 1968 IH 444 gasser, runs quite well but needs a few things done to it. Like adjusting the clutch for the PTO, No drawbar, & no swing chains on the lower links. I also got a loader that came off a 444 (not this one) and need to figure out where to tie in the hydraulics. What...

I have purchased a 1946 2N. It needs carb work done so I looked at what it has on it. It is a Marvel TSX 751 not the usual 33, the 751 is listed for a Massey Ferguson model 32 Chrysler industrial. Does anyone on here know if there is any difference in the casting of a 33 vs 751? Can I take a...

Neighbor has a pond on some land I would like to buy. It is overgrown, overstocked, under fished, and muskrats have it leaking so bad they cant mow the yard on the downhill side. I havn't seen water go over the spillway in 8 or 10 years. What would be the best fix? I am thinking drain it, and...

I searched through oil threads & didnt find my answer so I will ask. What would be a good hyd/gear oil to use in a 51 8n in cold weather. We have been having temps from -15 to + 20 and the 3 point takes +- 30 seconds to fully raise till it gets good and warm. And will I have to change back to...

Thinking aboutt selling my 8N And getting a 135. I know where one is with a Perkins 3 cyl. gas engine,I know nothing about them. Are they a good motor? It has live PTO, power sreering, 13.9 rear tires 75% but rims (spin out) will need replaced in a few years due to calcium. Needs paint but...

I know this will vary by region. I run my backhoe in spare time for $40 an hour.This isnt my day job. I am currently putting in an 8" tile across a hay field for a neighbor. Just folowing the old broken down line & tying in the laterals as I go. I am averaging about 40-50 feet done & backfilled...

I bought a Dearborne 10-1 plow and want to remove the land wheel to repair it. I have used heat & beat & tried a puller. It hasnt moved and is getting the best of me.If anyone has any ideas short of tourching it out & remaking it I sure would appreciate it. Thanks David

I am this year, I bought a fish tank and made a lid from pexiglass to use as a greenhouse. My melons and cucumbers are growing way tall 5-6" and not vineing out. They are falling over from their own weight. Can anyone tell me why? Thanks David

I posted this under construction, no replies so i will try here. I have a ford 4500 TLB that I have been fixing up for the last couple of months. I have pretty much rebuilt the front end to reduce steering slop. Now the power steering doesnt work. I dont suspect the pump as it worked before...

I have a ford 4500 TLB that I have been fixing up for the last couple of months. I have pretty much rebuilt the front end to reduce steering slop. Now the power steering doesnt work. I dont suspect the pump as it worked before, oil level is OK. It shares the oil resivore with the backhoe. Pins...

Been readin for a while. Lots of good info here so I decided to join. I dont spell so well & I am not good with the computer. I will help when I can but for sure will take more than I can give. David