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Just wondering if anybody has made the jump from an M7040 to M9540. If so, for what reason - other than MORE POWER!:thumbsup: When you made the jump, what was the biggest difference? The cab is the same, there's obviously an additional 25 turbo-charged horses, bigger tires, and a bigger...

Anybody have thoughts on a kegerator? I'm thinking of getting one with a 1/2 barrel of Sam Adams. Appreciate your input!:)

I'm trying to remove the pump shaft for the MF32 loader from the pulley on the crank. I'm asking for your help to understand if the flange that is bolted to this pulley is threaded (left or right?) for the shaft that connects to the pump on the loader or is it a spline connection? If it is...

Here's some pics from my investigation as to why the 3PH is not working. I bought a filter (see pic) and could not find the one to replace....so I took off the top lid and I found a mess of metal shavings and a torn up filter holder.:eek: The big question....what should I do to fix the...

Here's one of my favorite uses for my grapple. I cut or knock the tree down, pick it up with my grapple and move it to where I split my wood and I don't have to worry about pinching my saw or hitting the chain on the ground... Let's see your pics! :D

Folks, I'm fortunate that a friend of my sister is going to give me a 3PH log splitter that is about 20 years old and not too much use. I know that there will likely be some repair needed and I plan on changing the hydraulic fluid. I have a Kubota 7040 with two rear remotes and next to no...

The situation I need to heat my shop which is about 2200 sq feet with 14 foot high ceilings. The shop is well insulated. I have enough wood on my property to burn for my lifetime. I'm looking for a stove that I can load up and let it go all day. Some questions: 1. What stove are you...

I'm wondering what this thing is worth. Your thoughts?

My neighbor was doing some finish mowing with his MF35 and Woods Finish Mower, and he heard something hit and he looked back and it was his WALLET:eek:.... everything except his retired military ID and his SS card was shredded, including $150, drivers license, credit cards, etc...

I've been thinking about adding another tractor to the barn. I'd like to get a classic tractor in the 30hp plus range that is in decent condition that is in good working order. I'll do restoration over time. My budget for the initial tractor is under $4K. 3PH is a must. This will be used...

I am going to drive to my parents house to visit (560miles) and I want to bring this back. It belonged to my grandfather and I'm looking forward to restoring it and using it for my food plots. I'd like to put it into my half ton Toyota Tundra (payload of up to 1900 lbs). The question is -...

If you are questioning whether you need a cab or not...don't....just get it. Today it's approaching 100 degrees and humid..:eek: In my cab, it was about 75 degrees and I could not be more happy that I took the plunge and got the cab. I finish mow about 10 acres per week and can't imaging...

Anybody have a gas lease on their property? I'm getting ready to sign a 10 year lease and I was just wondering what concessions you got the gas company to give. In addition to mutual determination for well site, 900 foot setbacks, and all the other standard items in the lease, I'm asking for...

1. Would you fill a 285 gallon tank (new metal tank from nothern tool) full today with regular sulfer 500ppm off-road diesel at $3.94 per gallon? or would you fill it half and see what govt/oil companies are going to do as a result of the political pressure??? 2. What would you add to keep it...

I purchased a Baltimatic 7 foot rototiller ($2300) and a spreader ($550). Build quality is excellent. The rototiller and I have about 6 hours of tilling and it is like a tank. I have many rocks and it throws them out the back like a pitching machine. The tines are spring steel and have...

Anybody have a good price on these? I've decided to buy this instead of a disc. I think I can get much more use out of this than a disc alone. I'm doing some food plots and my garden. Thanks for your input!:)

I plan on attending this auction this weekend. Any idea what this is worth? I think it is a JD 255 offset disc. It is the one not all rusted. Nicholls Auction Marketing Group :: Premier Service Since 1968 Thanks for your input. KG

Here's some pics of the plow... I've never plowed before and I'm loving it. Plow, Plow, Plow

Can anybody tell me where to find replacement wear parts for the John Deere 1250 4 bottom plow? Thanks in advance for your help!

I am looking at a 4 bottom JD 1250 plow tomorrow. I'm guessing that the 7040 can handle this thing depending on the soil I'm trying to plow. I can always take a course off and use it as a 3 bottom. I need your expertise! Please advise. Thanks!

I currently don't own a plow or disc. I would like to plant a 2 acre food plot for the local deer population. Do I hire southern states to come in and do a kill, drill seed and watch it grow or do I go find a used plow and disc and plant my own with the 7040? Guide me o'wise tractor bretheren. :D

I drove by this today and couldn't help but take a pic and post here just to show how many good deals are out there if you look hard enough...:D

I bought a slightly used snow plow for my 7040 today. It's a 7.5 foot Curtis and I paid $2K. I am certain that it will not snow now in both West Virginia and Virginia. But if I am wrong and it actually does snow, does anybody have any history with this type blade? It seems pretty straight...

I was doing some maintenance on my Woods RM990 and discovered that the spindle bolts were loose. Have you ever seen this? The bolts are loose on all three spindles. This was after I tightened the bolts. You can see the grease that sprayed out. The bolts were completely not touching the...

I'm thinking about getting one of these and I would like your input. I have some trails to cut and ditches to refinish and clean out. The tilt and tach for the loader seems like a reasonable way to accomplish these tasks. I really appreciate any feedback you may have on these. Thanks!

I have an insulated 40x48x14 shop that needs heat! Just wondering what you do to heat yours. I have a 120,000 btu salamander heater that would work but I don't line the noise or smell. What do you know about a LP Ceiling Heater? Thanks in advance for your feedback!

I currently store mine in multiple 5gal cans. I'm considering getting a 275 gallon tank and having the off-road diesel delivered. I am currently using about 35 gallons per month. I'd appreciate your experience or suggestions.

Anybody use a nightvision scope? I'm thinking about getting one to put on my rifle to kill some coyotes...

Driving around today I noticed several houses with a star that is about 1 foot wide, usually centered on the gable end. Can someone tell me what this means? Is it decoration or some other significance? Thanks!

I've learned so much about barns from all your posts, I would like to share my experience with you and others who haven't started their barns yet. I would appreciate your feedback as I post the progress. This project is scheduled to be completed May 3rd. The pole barn is going to be...

I'm trying to pick out the colors for my soon-to-be-built pole barn. I like the dark green roof with light gray or "hickory moss" siding. The wife and I saw a dark red roof with gray siding and we both liked it. Trying to find an earthy color that will blend in with the woods and field. What...

I just refueled my 7040 for the first time. It has a 29 gallon tank and the fuel gauge was at about 1/8 tank. I could only fit about 12.5 gallons.... Is this a REALLY bottom heavy tank?

I'm currently having an issue with my 1153 Loader. The bucket will not dump without any weight in the bucket. The linkages are fine, the fluid is up, and everything else is working fine! I contacted my dealer and spoke with the tech. He looked up and found out that the 1153 has had a...

I have to say that after a ton of research, I chose the Stihl MS460 with a 25 inch bar. This saw rocks!!! It makes short work of seasoned black locust. It is an awesome saw. I have about 6 tanks through this thing and I couldn't be more impressed with the power and balance. Your experience?

I've decided to not build the big barn yet. So I would like to see pics of your non-barn storage. I'm thinking a three sided run-in for now. Thanks for posting. I need ideas!!!

I have just upgraded my tractor from a 5030 HSTC to a 7040 Cab. I mow about 12 acres at my mountain property. My dealer has a used Woods 9204RD that was purchased in May 2004 and traded-in last summer. He is asking $6500. It is on consignment. I currently mow with a Woods RM990 and it...

I'm planning on buying a 40x60 metal building with a 16' eve with at 4/12 pitch. I'm trying to get a ballpark of what others have paid for: Site prep - my site is pretty level with no trees and easy access Concrete - 6" thick with rebar 40x60x16 with at 4/12 or 6/12 pitch insulation package...

I have a dilema. I need to transport my tractor to and from my place in Virginia to my other property in West Virginia a couple times per year. My new 7040 exceeds the GVWR on my current trailer by about 2000 lbs. If I sold my trailer (est worth $3500) and bought the proper trailer...

I got the 5030 earlier this year and have over 100 hours of mowing, tree processing, road grading and other tasks. I need more power and I hate the seat! I'm thinking of trading up to a 7040. Anybody done the same? Anybody have a seat fix for the 5030? Any downside to the 7040? I...

I've been considering building a 40x60 storage space on my property in WV. This is where I use my tractor and implements most. Someday, the wife and I will likely move there and build a modest house for retirement. We really need the storage for the tractor, implements and future items. I...

Just wanted to share a couple of photos of my favorite attachment. I've had the "claw" for about a month now and have been very impressed with how much you can actually accomplish in a short period of time. Knocking over trees, pulling roots and root balls, moving brush piles are a breeze.

I had a big discovery this past weekend. I took off my 853FEL when I mowed my 10 acres. What a difference! I could actually mow faster, see better, less weight and less bounce/rattle on the loader when I hit the bumps. The loader took about 5 minutes to take off and the same to attach when...

I sat in a new M series cab the other day and couldn't help but notice how great the seat felt. I asked the dealer if it would fit in my 5030 and he said it was too big and tall to fit in the cab. I would like to get the seat to feel like it's "deeper" and less forward leaning. I have turned...

I am working on a project that includes clearing about 3 acres of black locust trees from saplings to 18" in diameter. I have pretty much mastered the art of pushing over of these trees and avoiding the uprooted root ball. After they are on the ground, I cut the tree at the base just above the...

I am about to pull the trigger on the Quick Attach Quick Claw. I was wondering if anyone has had experience using this on a Kubota 5030. The one I am considering is the 72" at a little over 900lbs. BTW, the price I was quoted was about 2500 + 290 shipping to VA. Looks like a quality product...

I just got my 5030HSTC tractor a couple weeks ago and here, in Virginia, it has been in the 80s & 90's and humid since I got it. I now have about 20 hours on her and cannot believe how I lived with out a cab. I was mowing the other day and hit a hornet nest with all them on the other side of...

Is there any downside to doing the 50 hour service at say 35 hours? I'm switching to Amsoil on everything. Appreciate your input!

Just wondering if there is any negative issues utilizing the tax free diesel. The warning on the pump says that it could have sulpher greater than 500ppm. Obviously the upside is the 70 cents per gallon savings. But if the downside is engine issues...forget it! BTW, the diesel is for my new...

I'm thinking of getting some QA Pallet Forks for the 5030/853. Looking for uses other than moving some pallets around. Anybody have experience on how much the 853 loader will really lift. I know it has a 2300 lb lift capability somewhere out from the pivot point. I'm thinking lifting logs...

I'm thinking of getting some QA Pallet Forks for the 5030/853. Looking for uses other than moving some pallets around. Anybody have experience on how much the 853 loader will really lift. I know it has a 2300 lb lift capability somewhere out from the pivot point. I'm thinking lifting logs...

I'm thinking of getting some QA Pallet Forks for the 5030/853. Looking for uses other than moving some pallets around. Anybody have experience on how much the 853 loader will really lift. I know it has a 2300 lb lift capability somewhere out from the pivot point. I'm thinking lifting logs...

Greetings and thanks in advance for your response. Do I really need a REI CD/Radio player or should I just get a killer CD/Radio with iPod input and MP3 CD Player from best buy. I recently ordered a 5030 HSTC with 853 loader, tooth bar, TnT, and Woods RM990. I'm really not sure about the...