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Just saw this post. Happen to me as well.

I have abused this tractor for 15 years. I use the loader to Max capacity often hauling my wood racks and spreading a lot of rock. Surprised something hasn't broke before now. Anyone else ever see a broken spindle?

Dave, I like your system. I have to use forks which puts the weight out front on my tractor more. Here is my system. I live in the woods so I am lucky to be able to split at the downed tree and stack in the racks. I move the racks into my gagage which has a pass through to my fireplace. I...

I purchased a M&P shield a couple weeks ago for $359 minus a 12% rural king rebate minus the $75 S&W rebate. Comes out to about $240. Rural King also had Remington 9mm for $8.05 a box after rebates. Bought 1500 rounds. I'm now making a shooting range and here is a target I made tonight out...

Finally decent weather to clean up the two Fords. I'll keep my Ecoboost but his looks tougher.

Phase 2....or is it 3 complete. Lift and tires just now finshed. Have an alignment appointment in an hour. Pics of Kurt helping out too. Took about 15 hours to install the lift. Ran into a couple issues like stuck control arm bolts and loose strut studs .

Got the wheels and tires yesterday. Ordering lift and fender flares tomorrow. Here is a picture next to my avalon.

Got a little setback today. Took the truck in for an inspection and the mechanic drove it off the lift and did $2500 damage. They are a great shop and were sick about it. It knower over an oil catch barrel and hit a white pole. Poor mechanic was having a bad day.

I purchased this truck as a father son project truck to hopefully spend some quality barn time with my son. It is a 2006 F150 FX4 Lariat. Before some jump to the conclusion that I'm spoiling my son a little bit, well I may be but I feel he is deserving after what he has been through the last 3...

Please don't drink and drive. It affects a lot of people for the rest of their lives. I am thankful for living in such a great community that has provided unbelievable support to all our families. You can click around on the two news sites and see the support were have gotten. My son ended...

Here was my starting point.

Here are the screen shots using my note 3 Google Chrome.

I agree with your logic. How much more should this repair have cost in your professional opinion? Here is the invoice from the article.

I would definitely call you a troll as well. For some reason, you have made it your passion to rip apart the new F150. Unfortuanelty you come to the game with little knowledge of the product being discussed. All someone needs to do is look at your post history and get a good idea of your...

Finally got around to drilling my intercooler. It is recommended on an f150 forum and I am glad I did. I did it directly after a 6 hour trip in continuous rain so this is showing the worse case scenario. I am happy to see that after more than 42,000 miles, there is very little oil in the water...

Yes add me to the LAZY list. Not only do I tow multiple trailers, but weekly I also haul my trash can to and from the roadside because my drive is about two tenth of a mile long. I guess I should remove the remove the hitch when I take it down in the morning and reinstall later in the day...

With the 6.2 liter shelved in the standard version, it will be interesting to see what engine they choose. Best guess would be the 3.5 ecoboost but the similar performing 2.7 liter might be an option depending on the size of the vehicle. I never understood why the previous version raptor was...

It is a crf250x and crf450x models. The they are very similar to the motocross bikes but geared, suspension valved and cammed for woods riding. They have a wide ratio transmission plus the magic button that this old man needs. Looking at them side by side you can only tell the difference by the...

Did he just say "repeating itself"? Someone needs to help him out of this viscous loop.

I installed hydraulics on my truck and park it nose up on the rear bumper and the hitch on the ground. Hitting your head on a soft tire is better than your shin on my hitch. You solved the problem by taking up 4 spaces and I only use a half a spot.

Never saw the movie but I think I will keep this picture on hand for future threads. LOL

Better picture showing all 4 configurations.

I have only experience with the 3.5 liter version ecoboost and as I said earlier, it is the lowest revving gas motor in any pickup truck built today. It makes peak torque at 2500 rpms and 90% of that peak from 1700-5000 rpms which is why it makes for a great motor for towing. Towing my...

Not sure why it would affect Ford or even be bought into this discussion as they are not in the same segment, but since you did...... The Combined MPG of the 2.7 liter ecoboost is equal to the Colorado's 4 cylinder engine and better than the V6 engine. Sounds perfect for someone looking for a...

The price spread has deepened lately. Here is what it is at the closest station to me right now. Over $1.00 spread. 40% higher than gasoline today. A gasser only has to get 20 mpg on the highway to compete with the ram ecodiesel with this price spread. I'd take the hemi if a Dodge fan.

This was me too.

Are people concerned about this 2.7 liter having spark plug issues?

I'm not sure if he hates Chris or just hates what he calls the "ecobust". I believe he has a sonar search engine that hones out the word ecoboost and fires off missiles that direction. He loves his 2014 GM 5.3 with 3:42 gears just as Chris and I love our ecoboost with 3:73's.

Ecobust??? What is your definition of bust? The real definition of bust is which would lead one to think it was a failure. Maybe you meant "bust" as in women's breast......If so, that explains the popularity of the Ecobust especially amongst the heterosexual males.

Think this would tow my car hauler full of motorcycles for the annual guys trip?

Currently 72 degree is southern indiana. Yesterday I had an enduro motorcycle race and it was 105 heat index. Weird summer. So much for global warming.

Nope older school than that. Here is one if them in which I am friend on Facebook with. The other one races a gremlin if memory serves me.

Is your uncles 21 mpg over the life of the truck? You can see the lifetime average by going into engineering mode by holding down the "ok" button on the steering wheel for a few seconds before starting the truck. You then cycle through various points using the Ok button until you see the...

Finally the diesel option makes sense. Traveling out east and saw this sign in edison NJ. Sorry it is rotated. Yes, $0/gal

I see some in the front but not sure in the back. He doesn't need them in the back anyway because he won't be able to stop quick enough for it to roll forward.

I actually go out on bad days looking to help and find it fun to be out during slick times. Here is the best of this year so far. A 2500 dodge resting on frame. Strapped rear of jeep to a tree and winched out. Never charge because some day I will need help too.

This one is towing a trailer.

Nice convertible tow vehicle.

Well I came across this picture we took on our way to Florida a few years ago. It was traveling about 65 MPH down the interstate. It consisted of a trailer with a truck containing two wave runners, wave runners trailer, boat, then a boat trailer on top of that. The bus was loaded down as well.

I agree and am happy with what it gets. In town, it is really variable based on how you drive. If i had the patience, I can get 17.5 driving around town. This involves a lot of coasting (not braking) and getting it in 5th or 6th gear somewhat quickly. The full lean while coasting in gear is the...

Back from my trip for those who care. One pic is from the entire trip and the other is an hour at 68.4 mph. Hopefully not upside again. 20.6 at 68 mph on winter gas isn't a bad number but I am sure some won't be impressed. I have checked every tank and the trip computer is always plus or...

I planned on purchasing a 4wd and had the funds to purchase it but the same week I ordered my truck, I also bought a $11,000 jeep wrangler for my daughter. Didn't want to finance either so I left the 4wd option off. Here is that said wrangler winching out a nice 3/4 ton diesel Ram resting on...

First half of trip is finished.

1 hour on the interstate with the cruise control set at exactly 75 miles per hour. I was on a slight uphill section of the road. Normally the boost would be about the same place but below the zero. I have a super crew 2 wheel drive with the max tow package which includes a 3.73 rear end.

You only believe the truth and say that I am in a make "belief" world, sounds like you are calling someone you don't know a liar. Answers to your meaningless questions: I cut my own. Already own a tractor. Own a splitter. Cost $900. Have 23 acres of forest on site. One chainsaw and file...

I am anxious to learn. What am I missing? Tires are rated at 2271 lbs each and axle rating is 4050 in rear and 3600 in front. Truck is rated to tow 11,300 lbs and 1835 payload. I want to mostly stay legal and in doing so being somewhat safe. Obviously it would be safer to use a bigger truck...

I would like to see your door sticker. That is the real number after subtracting all your options. Aftermarket air bags add nothing to the legal payload capacity. Here is my sticker on an 2011 f150 ecoboost supercrew 2wd.

Before lean-to. That is black locust which is 90% of what I cut. It is a heavy wood and this is one of my smaller racks. The larger ones I put on the bottom.

Here is a good video that shows the new Chevy 6.2 liter compared to older truck designs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4Ngaj4eG5s&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Got this dump trailer today from a neighbor. It has sprockets under it and it appears that when you back up, it dumps. Pretty well built. Any idea who made it?

It is about time we came up with a quicker process of weeding out weak offspring. Too bad we humans don't have more of these opportunities to strengthen our existence.

Here is my comments on the bottom of their page along with their response. Looks like we might get more testing in the future.

Not very scientific but interesting none the least. It will be interesting how the other two do. http://www.tfltruck.com/2013/08/ike-gauntlet-2013-toyota-tundra-crewmax-4x4-extreme-towing-test/

Looks like we own less stock! Looks like we won't be getting all out money back from this deal. http://www.tflcar.com/2013/08/treasury-sells-gm-stock/

Way to go GM. The stage is set for a all new showdown. Ford vs. GM: Twin-Turbo Showdown - PickupTrucks.com News Twin turbo with an 8-speed. Why does this make me salivate? Here is a link to GM's site...

2014 Ford Transit unveiled in Chassis Cab and Cutaway versions The New 2014 Ford Transit Commercial Van | Innovation In Design & Engineering | Ford.com It is interesting to see no V8 offering. Now the rumors are starting on what they will do with the F150. I would have never expected to see...

It is hard to keep up? Really? I said the same thing you did in different words. The 8 speed will help any engine stay in the sweet spot of the torque curve but benefit an engine which produces peak torque at a high rpm more. Not rocket science here. Why would you assume I meant the ecoboost...

As far as I know, you are incorrect sir. The springs are different. Yes it would be wierd for the springs to be the same. HD shocks taking the extra payload? Is there a source you can cite or is the something you made up? How are you sure they will be as expensive and short lived as the...

Easy 1 hour mod if you have a 2wd truck. I put it in the space where the 2wd trucks have a coin holder in place of the 4wd switch. In fact the wire harness for the 4wd switch is attached to the coin holder making it easy for the dash lights to be wired. It will be interesting to see how much...

I am not sure if this has been posted. If so I am sorry but it is quite entertaining. http://thebubble.msn.com/video/crazy-turbo-charged-tractor/?videoId=45b26704-1357-46cb-9de5-fb0fc5fa2661#.UKI0tfa9LCQ

I have been planning on doing this for quite awhile and finally found time to start and almost finish this week. I still have to swap my 3500 lb axle and tires out to 5200 lb axles. Here is the before to current progress photos.

Attached are pics of my options. 1st is a used setup with a 12" and 9" auger for $325. 2nd option a county line from tsc for $560 with taxes with only a 12" auger. As long as this older style will hold up I think o should hit that option. Opinions please.

I have had a bad day to say the least. I was cutting firewood this morning and the tree I was cutting fell on the tractor. I know I am a bonehead. It got hung up in another tree and changed directions on its way down. Halfway through the cut I even thought about that happening and then...

I have a B7800 that has one front tire that is damaged beyond repair. The other tire has about half the tread left. Should I replace them in pairs like I would a car or will it be ok to replace just one. Obviously there will be a circumference difference. On a car the differential will get a...

I finally broke my first turnbuckle on my B7800. Inspecting the other side I see that it is also stretched and not long before they too break. I have read where others have converted the weak turnbuckle style stabilizer setup on the B7800 to the Bar and Pin style on the 2910. I found that...

I have seen many chainsaw carriers on tractors on this website and decided to make one for myself. I never run the chainsaw without the tractor nearby since that is my mode of transportation when at home. I needed a more secure way of transporting the saw and once forgot and left it in my...

Well in the past I have posted my racks for wood storage. This is the first spring that I have had them to start a whole season. Here are my first 20 racks of wood seasoning for next year. I cut and split this in three 4 hour days. My knees were telling me to stop after the 4th hour. :) I...

I was bringing in another 10 day supply of firewood into the garage today and happen to snap a picture of my setup. I purchased 20 of these baskets this fall at a liquidator facility for $10 each. Today I was able to measure their capacity since I loaded two of them from wood I stacked this...

GC SERIES HIGH/LOW PUMPS I have this pump on my splitter and am reading that this pump has an "integral adjustable unloading valve. I am guessing that this is an adjustment that dictates when the second stage would kick in. When looking at the performance chart there are dotted lines showing...

I was able to get this log out of the woods. This is 1/3 of the tree. It is hard maple and very heavy. The front tires were off the ground several times coming up the steep hills. This piece is 10' long. I would have rather had two 15 footer for the saw mill but need a helicopter to get it...

I had bought a 55 gallon plastic drum of windshield washer to fill my rear tires and figured I would use the drum for fuel storage. I liked the fact that the side of the drum was graduated in 5 gallon increments and you can see the fuel level. I drilled a hole in each of the caps. The first...

I bought a medium sized ammo box a couple of months ago and looked for a good place to mount it on my tractor. I looked around the front and the loader areas and found no place to mount it. Finally I got tired of tripping over it in my barn so I searched once more. Came up with a way to mount...

...........to see in the woods. Finally a legitimate reason to say orange is better. Last week I was running fence along my property lines which run thru dense forest. Fortunately this time of the year there is little underbrush and it was easy to maneuver my Kubota through blazing a fence...

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Last weekend I made some attachments for my front end loader. I will post some pictures that my aid others looking to do the same. First my dad and I made fork attachments by welding gussets to the sides of the bucket for a solid rod to go through. We then welded heavy pipe to back of the...