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I'm going to check all solenoids first, then go from there. It is a dual pump, with a 3rd pilot pump on the back.

So I bought a Gehl 602 (Mustang 6002) excavator at auction with known hydraulic problems. I was under the impression that all hydraulics weren't working, and assumed I needed to replace the pump. That was not the case. So upon firing the machine, I can: -Boom up -Curl bucket in/out -House...

Sorry fellas, I was in a hurry to head out of town when I finished this all up and I didn't even post pictures of the backhoe and finished product. So here it is all done:

Well, after a year and a half debating and researching, I finally pulled the trigger on a Milsco V5300 seat for my 2005 Branson 4720. So far I have barely used it, but seems a lot more comfortable. Cant wait to take it back up to my property for some field work, that will be the true test. Ill...

Some more progress. Tore the backhoe down so I will begin that today. She is getting there.

Getting more paint done.

Getting closer to being done, backhoe is next on the list Stickers came in from a friend: Black cylinders look SO MUCH BETTER. Nice to break up the red:

Ive got a lot of the tractor done. Prepping the rams and bucket for black paint for tomorrow. Then Ill start tearing apart the backhoe.... SO MUCH GREASE!

Well, the powdercoating on my 2005 4720 is flat toast and looks awful. So after failing to come up with any official paint code, I took the pan from under my seat (had it removed to replace my rockshaft piston seal) and took it in to match up. The color they came up with is "Traffic Red 912...

Got it done, wasn't too bad. Just like Dave mentioned. Took everything apart to access the top of the rock shaft, the cover you need to take off is the one with the 3pt valve attached to it between your legs. The seal Dave mentioned was of course obliterated. So once the cover is off, just...

Pictures of putting in work (add yours) Thought I would share some photos of my tractor doing work around the property these last 18 months, has been an amazing machine and a huge help. Worth every dollar spent!

Morning folks. Just serviced the tractor and in doing so remembered the box on the front of the gear case with the plug marked "Oil"; what is this for? When I open it, I don't see oil, there is no dipstick, I just see the gears. Nothing in the manual says anything about it. I always assumed it...

Ok, starting one more thread for building remotes, need a little insight. Here is what I am after, and what I have: 2005 Branson 4720 with 8620 backhoe What I want: 1 remote with detent 2 normal remotes 1 hookup for backhoe Anybody have a similar setup? Recommendations? Thanks

My dad and my brother bought some property out in Ash Fork, so we all came out to enjoy a weekend on the property. Sure enough, we pull in and I look over and see a fellow Branson owner with a 3510. Is that any of you guys on here?

Well, got some bad news today. The RMK2-20 remote kit that is $550 is for 2014+ 20 series tractors. The pre-2014 kit*is the RMK2 kit, which is over $1200. Wondering if anybody has some pictures of their rear remotes on a 20 series Branson, pre-2014. Looking to see*exactly where the valve...

Ordering the dual remote kits, just*wondering if anybody has*cylinder sizes for the top and tilt for these tractors? Ive got an 05 4720.* Thank you very much!

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Well, some may remember me purchasing a used 2005 Branson 4720, with the 8620 backhoe. Upon delivery I had some issues with what I was told from the dealer, etc. This was back in April. I fixed a bit of odds and ends, especially with the hoe, put new tires on it, etc. Been going through...

Building the gate Been thinking about building my gate for a few weeks now, and its time. So spent some time 3D modeling the gate I wish to build. Keeping it simple but I think it will look great. Other than that, just been trenching water and prepping for the house remodel. More pics and info...

I had prematurely ordered a set of global/euro forks before my tractor was delivered, not knowing that the Branson quick attach was proprietary. I created a template and had these waterjetted. Came out great. I then cut off the brackets on the fork carriage I had, and welded these on.

As noted above, once you have the backhoe, you will find many many projects for it that you either wouldn't have done before, or couldn't do. They are extremely handy tools. While we had mine at my girlfriends, a root had busted her sewer line, so I was able to quickly and easily dig up her...

Man, those do look kind of ridiculous, haha. My tractor needed new front tires, so I just went ahead and installed the larger set of tires that Branson had as options, much happier now.

The backyard at her place has a gnarly slope, so we are constructing a retaining wall at her house. This is starting the side yard, don't have the good pics of the finished product on this computer, but it turned out good.

The backhoe was the one attachment I knew I wanted/needed, and figured if I didn't buy it with the tractor, Id never shell the money out later. I am very glad I bought it, use it all the time, and I have a LOT more work to go. I am building my property now, 9 acres, and will be doing a lot of...

Since its not 3pt, I don't think youll have the weight to pull that size of disc. Discs require lots of horsepower and lots of weight. If it does pull it, I don't think its going to like it very much. On 2nd pass my old school 6' discs will cause me to loose traction now and again, but HP...

This is the weld on 24" Titan thumb. Works perfect, 1/2" steel, great price. Very happy, extremely handy.

Prepping for water storage tank Had a chance to try out the new backhoe thumb while I cut access to the water storage tank pad that's on the hill. Very please with adding the thumb, super useful! As I worked my way up the hill I'd grab rocks and trees, move them out of the way, cut with the...

Above is a Google Earth image of the property, crudely edited to show locations of key parts of the property. The red outlines show the old house in the upper left, and the proposed new house location overlooking the pond. Gearing up to install a 2650 gallon water tank on the hill to...

I have been searching through archives for awhile, love this site, great knowledge, great people. And I could stay in the trailer, and right now I do on the weekends, but the house will be a fun project, and having a guest home will be awesome. I've always loved Samurais! Finally got around...

I bought a Titan 24" weld on thumb for my 8620, got it installed yesterday. Seems to be very strong and the perfect size. Ill be getting a lot of use out of this thing soon!

Some photos of discing and raking the property, there is a lot to clean up! Here is the house pad where the new house will be built:

Here are some pics of the property when I first purchased it. Everything was horribly overgrown, the original house on the property probably hasn't been lived in for decades and need extensive work. I will be fixing it up for a place to stay on the weekends until the main home is built. Plus...

Hello everyone, I thought I would share my journey of buying land and building my homestead with everybody. I always found it interesting to read others experiences doing the same to gain knowledge, ideas, costs, and plus its just fun. This thread will contain most everything pertaining to my...

You want a hair more weight on the tongue of the trailer, forward of the axle. Like they said, should squat the truck a bit. For me, this is how I load mine:

That looks good. I started my trailer build off of a toy hauler frame, and its worked great for me, gets a lot of use! Added a winch, deck lights, etc. Nice work bud!

Def stay away from 6.0 Fords. You don't need those kinds of problems in your life. All trucks will have their own issues, but I am a Cummins guy. My 05 has 312K and counting, never an issue with the motor. Been a fantastic truck. It is always either pulling my 40ft toy hauler, or my gooseneck...

I have the 42" Titan forks, been getting a lot of use out of them. I actually bought the John Deere global/euro set before my tractor was delivered (bad info from seller of my tractor) and had to cut off the mounts, then water jet and weld new mounts for my tractor. They have been great, strong...

Hey guys, just wanted to see how everybody is toting around their pride and joys. I'm sure similar posts have been made before, but feel free to show what you got. As for myself, I have a trailer I home built using a toy hauler 5th wheel frame. Its been very handy, I have 2 7K 8 lug axles...

Finally got a free minute to take these in and get them changed out. They look great, really makes a difference on appearance. Glad I didn't decide to tackle this myself, would have taken all day and its pretty warm out. Thought about filling the tires, but I really haven't had any traction...

Wondering if the newer Branson seats would bolt up to the older tractors, or if anybody has swapped seats out? Thinking I want something more comfortable... Thanks

So this seems to be intermittent. Tried messing with the valve, but not working. Sometimes the tractor will hold the implement indefinitely, and be smooth, other times it bounces and will bleed down quickly with the tractor off. Also, Ive got an 8620 back hoe and it bleeds down constantly. Has...

Got the new oversized R4 tires in, hopefully will have time in the next few weeks to get them put on. Look quite a bit larger than the ones it came with. Should work great!

My used 2005 4720 came with R4 OTR tires: 10-16.5 on the front, and 420/70-24 on the rear. Front tires are pretty well worn out. Manual says fronts should be 12-16.5 and rears 17.5-24. Seems my tire sizes are mismatched maybe?? From what I can tell a 17.5-24 is roughly 49" diameter, and the...

Wondering what thumbs you Branson owners have used on your backhoes? I'm looking at adding a 32" mechanical thumb to mine, looking for ideas and want to see what you all have used. How have you guys liked them? Thanks

So I was told that Branson is global/euro FEL quick attach. So I ordered a set of pallet forks for global euro, not even close to fitting. Does Branson use their own type of quick attach? I need to buy an adaptor to go to global/euro, and if I cant then Ill fabricate one. Its a 2005 4720 with...

Does anybody know where to find parts for the 8620 backhoe? I know Amerequip made them, but I cant find any parts or buckets for them at all. Any help would be appreciated, thank you.

Morning, So after 4 weeks I finally received my 4720 from a dealer in Texas. I was buying sight unseen from California, so the owner assured me the tractor was well maintained and in great shape, with only 250 hours. I told him he has a deal as long as all fluids and filters are good, as well...

Sorry for the dumb questions. Researching and cannot find any info. Ive got a Branson 8620 backhoe, I need to know which buckets I can use? Is there a style or size I am suppose to be looking for? Thanks!

So I bought the Branson 4720 with the 8620 backhoe. Tractor supply has a 72" box blade with rippers for $699, and an auger for $429. The brand is County Line. Are these worth picking up? 72" a good size box for a 47hp tractor? Thanks

Hello. New member, first post. Been on here a lot reading for the last year. I have been tractor shopping for some time, had a Ferguson TO-30 about 10 years ago, and Ive got a 78' International TD7-E dozer. Buying 5 acres of land and will be doing everything myself, fence, trees, shop, house...