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I look at the tread where it meets the ground. If it looks cupped, like the tire is only touching in the middle, its too much (not exceeding the sidewall pressure if listed, mine is not). If the sidewall on the ground looks squished, and the tread is in full contact, its not enough air. A good...

Another, very common issue with these tractors is the chassis ground connection. I know the OP mentioned that everything comes on when the key is turned, but wont crank, and that might sound like a good gound. But it has been my experience (and many others) that the ground connection is not good...

Are you referring to the 7-pin connector on the back that is under a little door cover? If so, thats for hooking up lights to implements and whatnot.

I currently have a small leak from the axel. I noticed it after about a year or so of ownership. I took it into the dealer for warranty repair. A few days later they called me to complain about the severity of the leak, that it wasn't bad enough. A few weeks later, the dealership called me to...

The cruise control shouldn't have any effect on starting operations, but turn it off anyway. Did you try to jump the key switch? Can you turn the tractor off from the the key? Typically, when a vehicle wont start by the key switch, but will by jumping the starting solenoid, the problem is with...

Our winter was a complete joke this year. One good snow storm that dropped a few inches, then warmed up. Plenty of rain, but very warm winter. Not surprised you're able to get out so early. Make hay while the sun is shining... or something.

Are you getting any codes?

The regeneration cycle is designed to burn out the soot and particles captured in the DPF. To do this, the engine must get hot and then start the cycle, which burns more fuel to increase the exhaust gas temperatures. It makes reasonable sense to run the engine hard, preferably under a load, to...

Interesting! Good catch! Is this the bearing under the steering arm on the king pin? I don't think my tractor has a bearing on the tie-rod ends, just pins. I looked at the parts catalog for your tractor (and mine, which are pretty much identical) and I didn't see that bearing in the diagrams...

There is much that I have learned from this thread and from my own research. For example, it never dawned on me that burring a kerosene or diesel heater would be the cause of so much condensation. After doing some pondering and discussing the issue with SWMBO, we have decided to go in an...

I think I am going to go in a different direction. Thank you for all the input. I really do appreciate it. I don't think a pellet stove is the correct answer here. I think using my jet engine heater and focusing on insulation, proper vapor barriers, and then maybe something like a natural gas...

Good to know. Thank you for the responses thus far. I figured a pellet stove would put out as much heat as a typical stick burning stove. I wanted something more, set it and forget it. Leave it run to keep the shop above freezing. The up's and down's in temps accelerate condensation, so I...

Good to know! What kind of pipe would you use for the rest of the space then? The shop is fairly well sealed, but poorly insulated. It has insulation on the walls behind 1/2" plywood, but it has that thin insulation mat under the roof sheeting. The 3 big doors are also not insulated. I'd like...

The seasons are turning as fall quickly approaches. Time is running out for many projects, one of which is heating my shop. Last year I bought a kerosene/diesel forced air jet engine heater. It worked well, rising the temps up to a comfortable level during the depths of winter. But those heaters...

oh, the things I have hit with my mower... I was hired to mow a pasture of tall grass. About 10 acres of fenced in pasture. It was great mowing, until I found the old fence. Wrapped barbwire around the blades in a twisted heap. A different field I mowed a few years ago, the owner said he put...

You could jump the seat switch. Jumping the seat switch and disabling the alarm under the dash was one of the first things I did after receiving the tractor. Having safety features enabled is important, but also hinder work. For me, I disabled the seat switch because sometimes I want to sit...

I take mine off when I need to do maintenance under the hood. Much more access! I also took it off this summer to mow the field. I could have raised the FEL up and over fences, but having it off also provides a bit more visibility out the front. I kind of liked it off.

Is it mounted to the 3pt? Or do you have forks back there to lift the Jobox?

From what I can tell, doing my side-by-side comparison between the MT3E series and the MT3 series (I didn't see a 'premium' version?) on LS's website, the differences are the transmission (E has F8 and R8 (gear) or 3 ranges (HST), MT3 has F16 and R16 (gear) or 3 ranges (HST).). The MT3 has a...

There should be an error code. Every time the tractor throttles itself down, it does it for a reason. Well, the tractor thinks it does it for a reason, if that reason is warranted or not. The point is, every time the tractor does something the operator does not expect, the tractor tells the...

I have never heard them called that. I've used or have heard the terms "skinny shovel, small shovel, post hole spade, kids shovel, etc." The more you know. (y)

We thought about that. But now there are sensors in the ground, down only a few inches, for the gate. And grading the gravel out would leave a noticeable dip. Not saying it couldn't be done, but we decided it probably best (and at the time) to simply raise the gate up a few inches. Once we get...

What is "sharp shooter?"

I think, or would assume, that the gate was installed without all the gravel under it. Over the years of adding a layers of gravel, it has built up. Again, thats all an assumption. We do plan to pave the driveway sometime in the next few years. We do not plan to add more gravel.

When we moved into our new house, about a year ago now, it came with a driveway gate. It's a nice gate, but it didn't have an opener - an "operator" - on it. I called around and got some quotes to get one installed. It was very expensive, but worth it. Having a gate that stay open all the time...

I noticed a similar leak, right where the front drive shaft comes out of the transmission, area. It dripped maybe once an hour, not a lot, more of a seep, but still a Class 2 leak from my military days. My tractor was under warranty at the time, so I called the dealer and scheduled service...

I'm probably going to get some hate for this, but... There is a lot of opinions here about what lubricants, and rightfully so. The lubricants run and protect your investment, you want to make sure you're adding the the right fluids. But you also realize that changing these lubricants can...

I got tired of waiting for parts. It's never a good time to have your tractor in the shop for any period of time. Projects are mounting and the clock is running. I called the local NH dealerships, two in my area, and my LS dealer. Everyone has to order the parts and is 5-7 business days out. The...

Ouch. Love the tread pattern on those tires though! Least it's fixed and you're back up and running.

Thats a pretty good price! A quick google search shows used ones going for about $3k! CONGRATS! 🥳

AWESOME! Congrats! The filled tires will defiantly help! You'll be way more stable. More weight also equals more traction. Unless you're diving in the mud, you should be just fine. And when they wear out (in 25 years) then you can replace them with a more aggressive tread. Again, CONGRATS! 🥳

Oh! I see what you're sayin. Make a magnetic plug out of the existing one. Usually I buy them, but making one would be faster and then I wouldn't need to measure this one! Just drill it, find a magnet, and epoxy it in. Should be simple enough.

I was thinking the same thing, replacing the drain plug with a magnetic one. I've done that on all my vehicles various gear boxes. I'll have to look up the plug size (it's already installed holding back fresh oil) and see if I can find one with a magnetic end. As far as losing things, happens...

If you don't already have chains, invest in chains. They will certainly help.

It depends on the snow and the slope. If you're pushing downhill, you might be ok. Dry and fluffy snow, you will likely be ok. Wet snow, you will need more weight and power to push it. If its a good deal, get it and try it. You won't hurt anything, and if you find you cannot push with it, then...

As far as I know, no. Nothing major anyway. I know you'll be happy with the cab model. And try those turf tires while out mowing. They might do pretty well! Just stay out of the mud.

Oh I get that! If it does break down, out in the field, it would suck getting it back to the shop for repairs. And if I do, when I do decide to get rid of the tractor, I have all my maintenance logs that go along with it. I do that for everything, take detailed notes and photos. Thats where my...

My thoughts EXACTLY!

For what its' worth, here is my plate. It's an R-Model, whatever that means. It reality, its an XR4145C. It must be some weird manufacturing code they use.

The turf tires would be pretty good on the snow. But since you're not going to be using it for snow removal, you'd probably want to replace the tires. That said, having a cab is REALLY nice! Barely any dust when out mowing, no bugs, AC, music, 10/10 would recommend the cab! But tires are...

If you have read my other recent thread on my current 500hr service, you're up to speed. https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/do-you-stop-when-something-breaks.478473/ As I wait for parts, I decided to get my butt out there and continue working on the tractor. First thing I did was drop...

Sounds like a possible leak (small) in the EGR cooler. Thats the only way, besides a cracked head, cracked block, or blown head gasket, that I can think of anyway for coolant to get into the DPF. This is all assuming the mechanic is correct about the coolant getting into the DPF in the first...

That looks great! Excellent job!

PTO horsepower with brush hogging only really matters on the material you're mowing. If its thin dry weeds that wont lug the tractor down, then a lower PTO HP rating will work fine. If you're mowing tall green grass, then you're going to want something with a bit more power to get through it...

Sounds like a bad sensor or your dpf is plugged. How many hours total on the tractor? Just 25? That low, its probably a bad sensor. The tractor is sensing a plugged dpf and trying to clear it out. Not being successful, its throwing codes. Call the dealer on Monday, if its under warranty, it...

To echo what others have said already, ask if the 50hr service has been done. It probably hasn't, but will need it very soon. The 50hr service is simple enough, just follow the manual. To compare it with the Massy 1735M is like comparing a blue golf ball to a red golf ball. They are...

I wasn't in rage mode, yet. I could have gotten there if something else broke, for sure! Thats what I usually do. I'd finish what I can being careful about contaminants around the fuel filter. But this time, I just... didn't. Exactly! I typically do this, one reason is for that reason. If I...

Id be concerned about a tractor that old with such low hours. Its been sitting, and machinery does not like to sit for long periods. Also, the big question in my mind, WHY was it sitting? Is it someone's lemon they are trying to off load? As far as issues go, none really. I mean, you'll hear...

Obviously you'll stop the tractor when something breaks when you're out using it. Least I hope you would. I'm talking about doing your maintenance and something breaks. Do you stop? Lets say you're changing the oil, and you break or loose the drain plug. Do you then continue on to the filter? or...

Can never have too many hydraulic remotes! I'd like to add a few to my tractor. My snowblower, an inverted type, has an optional hydraulic back drag blade. I don't have enough remotes to make the hydraulic chute rotation and deflector work with the back drag. I need another one. Even then I'd...

Exactly what @scootr said. I'd be broke if I traded in everything when the warranty expires. It's nice to have that safety net, and have a new tractor every 5-6 years. but is it worth it? Take care of your tractor and it will last. Things happen, things wear out and break, but don't go trading...

I now have about 4 acres of old pasture to mow. Lets be realistic, its 4 acres of weeds. I like to mow just before it gets hot! I let the weeds grow, and just as they are about done getting height, I head out and mow them down. This is usually mid to late June for me. Since its typically too...

Yes, those are Hella plugs. Its the same as some BMW motorcycles, a smaller version of the 12v cigarette lighter plug. I showed them in one of my recent videos. Well, the video was on another topic, and I just quickly glazed over it. These plugs are simple enough to wire and are used for beacon...

Thats a great lookin tractor you have there! Welcome to the family! Feel free to ask all you can. We love to help!

I can't remember the last time I went to an actual LS dealership for parts. Either I order what I need online through Amazon or Rock Auto, go to the NH dealership for hard to find specific items, or Messicks.

Sounds like you may be on to something. You'd think the dealership would have noticed an EGR code. Perhaps not.

Could be debris in the speed control valve as well. I think it mess time. Get the implement on the ground, relieve the pressure, and take things apart.

I had my tractor tires filled with the Rimguard ("beat juice") ballast. It was part of the purchase agreement and was done before the tractor was delivered. It was the only option my dealer offered, although they didn't preform the filling. They took the tractor to a local tire shop (no idea...

Sounds like the oil seals have failed. Those puddles are probably hydraulic oil. I'd jack it up, try to move the wheel top to bottom, side to side. Check to see if the bearings have failed. If not, remove the wheel and inspect the hub. I suspect that is where the oil is coming from. You can...

Most hydraulic fluids will work for your tractor. The manual specifies a ISO 46/68 so look for that. I typically use Travelers ISO 46 at Tractor Supply. https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/traveller-premium-hydraulic-oil-iso-46-5-gal-t806325 That said, you probably do not need to replace...

I'd just remove that shield... and if it finds it's way to the scrap metal bin... 🥱

This is why I love this site. I read the OP, thought about all the possible/potential issues, kept reading and found almost exactly what I was going to recommend. I hate electrical gremlins. And all the above advise is solid. I really don't have much to add, other than keep an eye out for...

That certainly doesn't look right. Pretty sure my toddler could figure out how to route that more efficiently. This looks like a great place to fit a 90° elbow. See the link below for an example. https://www.amazon.com/Hydraulic-90-Degree-Hose-Fitting/dp/B01LYELXDU

There is a lot wrong with Washington State. Thuston County, being the "Capital County" of the State, thats not entirely surprising.

I use poison grain. I got a little T-handle probe that drops the poison grain into the tunnel near a mound. I then knock down the mound. If I used traps, I'd be broke for how many I'd need. I'm not worried about the poison as its several inches under ground. If the dog digs up a dead gopher and...

Sounds like it might be a plugged up DPF or bad sensor. I cannot imagine it being plugged after 16 hours though. It could be a faulty DPF DIFF-Pressure sensor that measures the pressure difference between the front section and rear section of the DPF. It essentially senses if the DPF is getting...

Thank you for the update! And congratulations on getting your machine back and in good working order! Hopefully it will last a bit longer than the last engine.

To expand upon what @GS650GL mentioned, if you hook up your implement, raise it up off the ground, you can likely turn the implement side of the PTO to line up with the PTO splines. If you cannot, try 'bumping' the shaft: At an idle, turn on your PTO (with nothing touching it), and right back...

Thanks! I really do appreciate it! My LS has really served me well, and continues to do so! More videos are in the making, now that spring has sprung!

Looks like a great little tractor! Welcome to the blue... red...? family! Here's to many more great hours on the clock! (y)

On reflection, that cat 2 quick hitch would not work with the MT 342. It requires a cat 1 on the tractor end. So either go with the first link, Brian, or cut off the cat 2 tractor end and weld this in its place...

If the OP needed an extra length, AristoreUSA sells several different lengths. This one would work fine too: https://www.agristoreusa.com/collections/category-1-hydraulic-top-links/products/category-1-hydraulic-top-link-20-7-8-31-7-8 But it has been my experience that the amount of times my top...

On second look, that would be an obvious answer! Of course its brand new! Congratulations again! I'm sure you'll love it!

Congratulations!! Thats a fine machine! Brand new?

You're looking for a 18 1/8" - 26 3/8" top link. That is the one that fit best with my tractor (which is about the same as yours) This is the one I installed: https://www.agristoreusa.com/collections/category-1-hydraulic-top-links/products/category-1-hydraulic-top-link-18-1-8-26-3-8 You'll need...

A while back I took some 1/2" plate (I think its half inch, don't really remember) scrap I had, cut it so it would hang down a bit from the frame, drilled some holes in the plate to match the ones already on the frame, and then welded some D-rings to the bottom portion. I did this on both sides...

That appears to be a Crank Signal Early fault, lost fault, missing fault, or over speed fault. I've attached some screen shots from the service manual. Hopefully its just a loose wire or sensor, or bad sensor.

I modified my grill. Here is the video. I absolutely love it and should come factory this way.

Mine have gotten stuck a few times. And when they were stuck, they were STUCK! It took a hammer to move them. Fortunately, they did not break, but they are dented from the repeated whacks. One got stuck under something and bent it slightly. Eventually, I'll need to replace them. But keeping them...

Here is the video I watched a while ago. I one above is a complete, made to order, SSQA attachment that will replace your existing SSQA. The DIY My Way shows how to make one using your existing setup. MUCH less expensive. Just a thought.

For a replacement OEM part or similar, unfortnatly no. I don't know of any. But I was considering doing something similar to this on my tractor: Are you hitting the handles or using pipes to move them?

Talk about resurrecting an old thread! For me, my young son is now 5! And is a bit too big to ride with me in the cab. Short of making a buddy seat (Or spending several hundreds on ebay for a seat not made for my tractor) we have tried everything. A pillow wedged between the range selector and...

Do you have this switch?

Wow... I have questions. You're coming into a bale with a spear on the FEL. You push in the clutch, the tractor goes into neutral, then back into gear, while the clutch is depressed, causing the tractor to lunge forward? OR... you're coming into the bale, you slip the clutch, it disengages the...

You could bypass the switch with jumpers. See if that solves your problem. If not, then it's not your switch. They hydraulic issue is not related to this. Not sure if you were trying to solve for both? I know you stated your checked the ground, but I would look at that again. Take the ground...

Oh lets talk oil... again. First, congratulations on your tractor! I love mine! It's a 2018, well, thats when I bought it new. Contrary to what others may think, you wont harm anything by changing the engine oil twice or three times per year. The only thing that will get hurt is your bank...

Thats a really good idea! You could also add some pull type lashing straps to the angle iron in place of the zip ties. Permanently affix the buckle end to the outside of the angle iron, run the strap around the cylinder and through the buckle, pull tight. Could use something like epoxy, JB Weld...

It could be a leak inside the cylinder. Does it droop all the way down? Or is it "floppy" as in drooping a bit? If you dump the bucket all the way out and curl it back, will it stay? Have you checked the fluid level recently?

The rule of thumb for PTO driven implements is 5 PTO HP per 1ft of implement width. But its just that, a rule of thumb. Example: My PTO is 38.7 call it 39 HP. Keep in mind, that is the PTO HP, not the engine. 39 divided by 5 = 7.8. So, according the rule, I can easily run any implement that is...

It must not have been that big of an issue. Or the OP got it figured out, because he has not been active since posting this thread. Figures.

No. He has only posted about this problem. Did it twice, once here and once here: Help

Likely will never know. I have a feeling the OP will not return, and probably won't provide any additional details. Sad really.

Love the detailed post outlining the problem. 😠

What 3rd function kit do you have? Your tractor is doing the EXACT same thing mine did a few years ago. Mine is a WR Long, and after about a year, it went bad. I thought it was a valve and followed a simple tutorial to unstick the valves. Simply take a small screw driver and, with the tractor...

Yeah, like my arteries, it could be a clogged line. Just enough to allow fuel through at idle, but not enough to run the engine under a load.

Sounds like a brake is on. Could be a seat switch. I'd bypass it and see if that helps. Try moving the tractor in reverse and forwards a few times. You stated you changed your air filter? Make sure the little boot is not plugged up and pointed down. You did remove the plastic from the filter...

It would be odd that two separate fuel issues would occur at the same time and not be related. I was thinking if it was a clogged up line or port, that would cause the issue. But having the fuel gauge go wonky at the same time? Unless your fuel gauge broke inside the tank perhaps? Parts falling...

I ran into this whole GL-4 vs GL-5 thing with my manual transmission Toyota pickup doing both transmission, transfer cases, and diffs. After doing a bit of digging, GL-5 is defiantly not backwards compatible with GL-4, even it the manufacture states that it is. The reason is the additives in...

Well, not exactly. I did a video on this a while back. As the engine cranks, the battery's voltage drops causing the dash to lose power. It comes back on a second or two later. This is "normal" for stock batteries or batteries with similar CCA. Its not a huge issue, and can be lived with. But...

Yeah, thats weird. And its the first time I've heard of a spun bearing in this engine. Typically, to get a spun bearing, many things need to go wrong inside the engine. These include high operating loads, excessive heat and a loss of lubrication at the same time. Think running a tiller in hard...

Did you get a call back?

oof. I looked up a new complete LS engine, and yeah, that $15k quote is pretty spot on. I found one for $17,343.58! Thats a complete engine. And thats JUST the engine. Labor is probably not calculated into that. Keeping that in mind, labor cost of replacing a rod and piston, and figuring out...

The EGR cooler is something I completely forgot about! Thats FANTASTIC! This is why I love this forum. I would absolutely start there! A new cooler will likely run a few hundred dollars. Much better than a new head or block! If it's not under warranty. Excellent advise! Here is a link for...

Looking at my tractor, and looking at the shop manual, there is no indication that the turbo is liquid cooled or regulated by the coolant system. However, these tractors are factory equipped with finicky turbos. Check it anyway. Low coolant levels Blowing white smoke Increased crank case...

This is fantastic!! Great job! (y) Did you make it semi-quick install? If it's secured into threaded holes, might be a good idea to use thumb screws to secure it. That way when the kid isn't riding, you can easily and quickly remove it, to win back that precious space and visibility.

Do not over complicate things. Keep it on the ground for safety reasons. I typically dump mine out and set on the ground (usually in float) so water does not accumulate if parked outside. No one needs a rusty bucket. Inside, keep the cutting edge flat on the ground. What's more likely to happen...

You'd think the only difference is the hitch placement. Kinda strange its so much heavier. For me, I think the best thing is faster fan speed in heavy snow. The tractor doesn't really lug down (unless I come into a deep pile or going to fast). I typically keep my RPMs up a bit faster than 540...

I need to add my two cents here. Two cents is not worth much these days, so also take my advise with a grain of salt because thats about what two cents will buy ya. There a joke in there somewhere I'm sure. I have the MK Martin 72in INVERTED snow blower on my 45hp tractor. It works great...

Thanks for the update. At least SWMBO is onboard. Thats half the problem solved. Please keep us updated.

I also have a BlueDriver reader, and another reader for my Toyota that is standalone. Both do not work on these tractors. Only the ELM327 I have found to work. FYI.

I use the ELM327 OBD2 reader https://www.amazon.com/Launchh-Professional-Bluetooth-Interface-Diagnostic/dp/B07Z65HX5X/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=elm327+obd2&sr=8-6 I also use the Torque Pro App. I did pay for the full featured version, its like $5 or something. These readers wont do what the laptops...

I had this same problem, only it was -9f out and my fuel was gelling. I don't think Hawaii is getting that cold. This absolutely screams fuel delivery. And I think your on the right track with electrical. With your fuel gauge going wonky, might be your float. But I have not heard of the tractor...

Oh.... there's no letter I.

I thought K was November? But Nov doesnt have 31 days... The first digit is the year, first letter is the month, then the day, and the shift.

Thank you all for the awesome ideas and suggestions. I really do appreciate it. I thought it was time to update this thread on what I decided, purchased, and installed. To start, this forum was not the only place I asked advise for this. My wife was also involved. Her suggestion was to go with a...

I believe the newer MT3 models have lighter duty loaders than the XR41xx models. While looking at a new MT357 at the dealership a year (gosh, maybe more now) ago, that was one of the things that looked different from my current XR. The loader seemed smaller, thinner, weaker perhaps. Without...

To echo what others have already said: Batteries get cold, oil gets thick. The cold cranking amps will drop significantly on a cold battery. And the thick cold oil will act like sticky honey to cold pistons. Warming both will help. Change your oil before winter, and make sure you're using the...

WOW! Talk about bringing back an old thread! I like it!

This reminds me of another, smaller, peeve. Odd spelling of names. La-a (Ladasha) Dafydd (David) Jaxon (Jackson) XÆA-Xii (Elon's Child, not sure how to pronounce it) Airwrecka (Erica) Phalicia (Felicia) ... just to name a few.

Happens all the time here. The freeway that cuts through our city slows from 70mph to 60. No one does 60, most do 80. Its 3 lanes in each direction, and for the most part, flows quite well... that is until a Trooper parks on the side and starts using his laser. Traffic slows to below 60 and...

People who slow down way too much to make a turn off the road. Last evenings commute home, a white Prius cuts me off and slows way down, no brakes, just slows... to about 10 in a 35 with heavy traffic. Then decided to turn off the road, no signal. He was sneaking up on the intersection?

Military/Veteran: People who thank me for my service. x100 more if it is on Memorial Day. Asking me specifics about my service, especially asking if I have been deployed or have killed someone. Asking for war stories, or issues from service. I hate saying no, I don’t like to be rude. I seldom...

I somehow missed this thread for months. I just found it. I read almost every post. One of my pet peeves is overly long posts. However, another pet peeve is several short posts in a row by the same author. Torn between two pet peeves, I decided to make one long post. I do apologize. I also know...

After checking all safety switches, I'd still take that chassis ground off completely. Take it off, clean it very well, and put it back on. This is probably the most common electrical problem complained about on this forum regarding LS tractors. A similar problem with my friends small Mahindra...

This happens to me all the stinking time! I believe the phrase is "hindsight is 20/20" Here is an example of what just happened with me regarding Christmas lights. We never really did Christmas decorations on the old house. Being up in the woods, there was no one around to look at them, why put...

I know right!? So many people have a couch, coffee tables, big screens in their shops... er, man caves. I guess it makes sense if you're a big sports fan, have a few rowdy friends over to watch the game, and your wife kicks you out of the house. But a couch in a shop? My neighbor had a couch and...

Some very good ideas listed here. Thank you! I will see what black friday brings. Maybe I can find a better deal if I wait just a few days. This was just a dumb idea that crossed my brain housing group while out in the shop the other day, and noticed it was so quiet. Something as simple as a...

Plenty enough tractor. Asphalt driveways are not typically thick, even if paved over a few times, nothing like concrete anyway. You will probably want some teeth on the cutting edge of your bucket, or something like pallet forks or the like, to assist with prying it up. Good luck and take...

Typically radio, as the sound would typically be on if I'm in the shop or not. Honestly, I'd like the option to do both. I considered going a smart speaker route, something my phone can connect to to steam music to, but then it would cut out when I leave the shop, with my phone in my pocket...

Every shop needs music. Listening to music, a talk show, or podcast is very welcome. Go into any department store, elevator, or rural shop and you hear music, unless that shop is mine. As many of you undoubtedly know, I recently moved. Our new home boasts a large shop! I've done some projects...

Check this thread https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/diagnostic-port-and-diagnosis.461868/

Pretty sure thats not a diagnostic port. I think with those Shibaura engine models, the port is a 6 pin round plug. But I'm not certain. I do know that the plug you have pictured is not the one you want.

Blue smoke is typically oil. Probably getting around the piston rings before they warm up, making a better seal. As far as the speed falling off that screams fuel delivery. Something is clogged. You just changed the filter, but would recommend the filter and a tank clean. I'm guessing there are...

Thats that older Shibarua engine. One reason LS went away from Shibarua and started making their own was for this reason. The newer 31xx series has the LS made engine with regen times about every 50hrs. However, that does not help you. That engine should be regenerating every 5 hours or so, or...

I didn't realize these tractors didn't come with a factory horn. Mine has one. :unsure: The only time I really use it is to get the dogs attention. Nice write up!

You could heat it up and bend it back flat (if you have the ability, and it doesn't interfere with the hood). Paint it blue again, and see if your aftermarket guard fits. It looks symmetrical, and your right, there really is no sign of it being non-factory, but I'm not sure it is. It doesn't...

That does look factory. But I can tell you that mine is flush up against the frame.

Welcome to TBN! You can change the info on the left by going to your profile. Simply click on your name anywhere you see it. As far as the hood goes, try some spay lube on the lock. I find that a quick spray of lithium grease helps with these latches. Photos of the mods for sure!

That seat switch was always a pain for me. I'd lift my butt up to see the bucket a bit better as I come into a pile or with the pallet forks or something, and the tractor would die. I'd hit a bump while out mowing, and the tractor would die (until the seat fell back down). So many issues with...

When you say "significant leaks" what is that exactly? The reason I ask, I had what I thought was a significant oil leak and wanted it repaired under warranty BEFORE the warranty expired. I spoke with my dealer, and his first question was "what is significant?" To him, a leak that is flowing a...

I think my voice activated device is broken! I say those things and it talks back "What's this 'throttle?' you speak of?" or "Get your own damn beer and bring me a glass of wine!" :confused:

Honestly, its not that bad. It sounds bad, but in reality, its not. My backhoe operates just fine at 1500rpm where the throttle stays. The hydraulics are always on in the detent when the BH is hooked up. I have bad knees, and climbing around on tractors and backhoes is not much fun at all...

If dealer support is important to you, then I'd shop dealers, not just tractors. What do I mean? I don't think LS Tractors are going away anytime soon. LG is LS, or rather thats how it started. But most dealerships are typically small 'mom and pop shops' that sell all makes and models. My local...

You can easily bypass the seat switch and see if that helps. Jump on the seat a few times to see if it happens again with the switch bypassed. If it blows the fuse, you know its the switch. Also, if you need a service manual, shoot me a PM with your email address. I send one to you.

I didn't get many photos or videos, but I did end up digging about 250ft of shallow trench for a low volt wire to my gate. I considered putting the 12in bucket on instead of using my 24in bucket, but after hooking up to the backhoe, I decided not to fight the pins and get digging. The digging...

I love it when people come here, post a "this doesn't work" one line sentence without any context or punctuation. I'm always willing to help, but help me help you. We need more info. What have you done to troubleshoot this on your own? Both wipers? or just one? Is there something holding the...

There are a few safety switches to check too. The shuttle shift switch, the clutch switch, and the seat switch.

Mine is a screw in. I'd assume yours is too. But I am not familiar with your model.

I've used it twice now. Once in the video, and another time on a zerk on the FEL. The one of the FEL, the tool worked really well. But the one in the video, not so well. I agree about using quality grease. And the grease I use is good quality moly. But things happen, dirt especially.

I had a similar problem on my backhoe. It seemed like grease wasnt going in, and grease wasn't coming out of the joint. Mine was on the main boom pin. I ended up removing the pin, cleaning everything, and realizing that the tolerances are so tight, that grease was getting in there, but barely...

How bad is the leak? Can you post of few pictures of the area and the leak? Is it coming from the steering valve? The block with 4 lines coming from it on the engine side? If the leak is coming from the steering valve, follow the service manual to remove it from the tractor. Contact your...

ooooOOOOOooooooo....... :eek: I might be heading to Home Depot this weekend! Thanks for the tip!

Sometimes having a smaller tractor around is a blessing. I need to dig a small shallow trench ~250 to bury some low volt wire. My tractor and backhoe is a bit big, and due to its size, wont fit in a portion of the area needed. I get to hand dig. Nice duo!

The turbo is just for emissions, it doesn't really help with power. Is your tractor lugging down when you're blowing? If so, gear down. These tractors will do just about anything you ask of them, including pushing and blowing heavy snow. The trade off is doing how fast you're doing it. The...

In addition to what Peter mentioned, check to make sure the coolant is flowing. A bad water pump or a simple air bubble can cause overheating too. Crank up your engine, and with the radiator cap off, see if you can see the coolant flowing. You will have to wait until it's at operating temps...

I use the existing brackets. It's not a 'bar' but a single strobe. You can have two, one on each side. The plug should be there, its not a regular 12v plug. Its called a 'Hella Plug" here is the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MDKKMZ3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1...

I know this sounds weird... but it could be your fan belt slipping. Make sure its tight. Beyond that, I got nothing. I doesn't sound like an exhaust leak. Injector pump wouldn't make that sound... if it were a gas engine, I'd suggest a loose spark plug. But being a diesel if your injector was...

A hiss? :unsure: Check your air cleaner? This one is a bit odd. I'd like to see this one to diagnose further. Can you post a video with sound?

Welcome to TBN... officially! Sounds like the issue is fixed? It sucks having no support when your local dealership, the one who knows you, goes out of business. Happens with other types of business too. I'm forced to buy brewing supplies and ingredients from online now that my local brewery...

For me, its not just the bandwidth. Its latency too. Starlink is better than other satellite ISPs only because they are closer to Earth. Bandwidth is important too, and that will depend on needs and uses. I occasionally remote into work, sometimes while the kids are streaming or playing games. I...

I've had Starlink for a long while now. Loved it! Made my old satellite internet look like dialup... wait, that exactly what I was getting after a few weeks. The latency is not the greatest, but again, better than anything else I could get at my location... at my former location. I recently...

I hate to laugh and snicker, but I knew this thread was coming. :ROFLMAO: Those terrible 4in speakers suck very bad. One of mine was actually blown! I got a pair of 5in speakers from a yard sale and slapped them in my cab. Some quick trimming with a Dremel tool is required. Here is a set I'd...

My advise: Get 2. Get a small bucket for trenching and root ripping. Get the big bucket for digging. And get the thumb. Always get the thumb. I have a Woods BH that I bought used and came with a 24in bucket. Love it for moving dirt. Digging a hole is quick and easy. However, digging stumps was...

Sometimes it's the little things that make a big difference. Nicely done!

I searched my Amazon order history and found the radio I installed in my cab. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07584CVLR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 I don't remember spending $100 on it! I pretty certain it has gone up in price a bunch since April of 2018. However...

Bumping an old thread I see. Right on! I was impressed with this concept. Its a good way to recycle.

That's kinda where I was heading. Not having this issue myself, still have the factory tie rods since 2018 makes me think there is something going on with the tractor itself: something is out of alignment or damaged causing the tie rods to fail. OR lack of lubrication... OR it could be a bad...

I need some help, some advise on what to do about this gap. I recently purchased a new home and moved. The new home has a HUGE shop. It's large partially because at one point, the lean to was walled in and insulated. However, I noticed this gap along the back wall of the lean to. You can see...

If you don't have a New Holland dealership near you, you can order parts from dealers like Messicks, that will ship the parts to your door. While Eagle1's advice is solid, there is a caveat, LS makes some tractors for New Holland (and NH carries those parts), but not all LS tractors are NH...

Somethings on these tractors are "fly-by-wire" and some systems are mechanical. Check the physical linkages first, then check for fuses... or vise versa.

Honestly, you're in the right place for that kind of thing, especially tractor specific. The folks here are a huge wealth of knowledge and most are eager to help. However, if you're looking for videos specifically, obviously check out mine (but I don't really do "how-to" videos), check out...

That doesn't look factory. I'm assuming you didn't purchase this tractor new? Can you follow the wire and see where it goes?

First thing you need to do is clean the area, especially your radiators. Those fins look plugged. Cleaning the area will help you (and us) identify things a bit better. Your ECU is mounted on top of your battery. No worries. The bolt you circled, and the one on the other side, looks like it...

Your tractor is very similar to mine. Check out this video I made when I replaced my battery. Hope it helps

The equivalent New Holland tractor to the LS MT352 would be the Boomer 45-55. As far as the weights go, if you need more weight on the rear, try beat juice in the tire. If you already have that, and for some reason you need more, take a look at Everything Attachments. They have a selection of...

I suspect it's a linkage issue as others have stated. The clutch will burn up, especially if engaging the pedal at high RPM, that's really rough on the clutch (this is why we have a gas pedal) But even then, it will be noticeable over time, the clutch will slip more and more, and you will likely...

Some front axles have a check port on the side and a fill port on the top, like a regular gear box. Pull the check port, if fluid is at the bottom of the threads when parked on a level surface, then you're good.

I snapped the upper control arm part when my tire chains got bound up in the loader brackets. The parts were covered under warranty, but I did the repair myself to save time. Interesting that it simply snapped though. Must have just been fatigue or something. Least it's not horribly expensive...

My tractor is similar, probably the same as far as the AC system goes. I have a shop manual on PDF. PM me your email and I'll share it with you.

Could be the switch. But before you go replacing the switch, check your chassis ground. These tractors (and many like them) are plagued with ground issues. Either the connection gets loose, corroded, or broken. Take it completely off, clean the connections really well, inspect it all, and...

This is the one I got: https://www.agristoreusa.com/collections/category-1-hydraulic-top-links/products/category-1-hydraulic-top-link-18-1-8-26-3-8 It's cat 1 only, but the majority of my implements are cat 1. If my implements are cat 2, I use bushings, and they are cat 1. The measurements are...

These hearing aids changed my life! Not only can I hear people, and other sounds, but they have so many other wonderful features. I have the Roger Device for crowded rooms with my hearing aids. Its a little puck that sits on the table with directional microphones that my hearing aids connect...

That is the same engine as the XR41 (LS L3C19-T). The Wix WL7426 is a tad longer than stock, but works just fine.

Deciding on what jack to use, honestly, I don't think about. I walk over to where we keep the jacks and grab one. Wheel it over and start jacking. If it wont lift, I realize the object I am lifting is too heavy for that jack, and I go grab another one. I admit, that is probably not the best...

Well, there's a big difference between a Kubota M9000 and an LS MT357HC. Your tractor is a 92HP tractor with large rear tires. That kubota weighs in at 6750lbs according to tractordata. The LS MT357HC is litterly half the tractor. It is a 57HP tractor with smaller rear tires weighing in at...

When I was installing my subframe mount, I took both tires off for better access. I didn't use the jack stands on the axle as I needed to work on those specifically. So I used the floor jack on the drawbar and placed the stands under the transaxle housing. It was stable. For other times, I...

I twisted the crap outta mine, believing it was threaded on. But when it didn't come off, I jerked it up a few times and it finally popped off. It was glued or pressed really hard into the plastic. You can see the shaft in one of my videos at the 14:41 mark. No threading. and this one at 18:16...

That's right! We actually sold our home that had a small yard on the side of a hill, and bought a new home with a very large, 1 acre yard that is all flat. Well, mostly flat. It has a slight hillside along a fence. The yard boasts mature deciduous trees of various verities, so leaf collection...

That's what I was going to suggest, what @ptsg said. But also, they will only bend like that if you're backing up and put a significant load on the mower. I have the exact same mower. It's impossible to mow a field with any obstacles without backing up while mowing. My problem is either backing...

I looked at doing this on my tractor after owning it for a few years. I asked my dealer over the phone how much the kit would cost, he said "It's a few thousand" That pretty much ended my research right there. Now, I don't know if he was blowing smoke, but maybe he was accurate. Looking at the...

I'm guessing you're actively working with your dealer? He is keeping you updated on progress or lack thereof? Is it a parts availability issue or something else? Have you paid them anything for any work already done? Have they claimed it's fixed, only to discover that it's not? I don't have...

I've been wearing hearing aids for a while now. But just got prescribed glasses... isn't getting old fun?! My hearing aids are the behind/over the ear ones. I love them! Very comfortable. However, with my new glasses, they don't work for me as well. I had to get the straight leg glasses that...

Thats awesome! Did you purchase that tank new? It looks new. If you don't mind, what what the price tag?

Since you have a cab tractor, there is also a fuse bank on the left pillar of the cab. FYI.

Ahh... Tacoma diffs... I know a thing or two because I've seen a thing or two. :cautious: Not exactly fun. Amazon sells spare plugs for a few dollars, fyi. As far as the ass backwards on the plugs, for me, my manual specifies to check the front axle oil every 50 hours. So this is not necessary...

Thats an excellent idea! I grew up in the heart of potato country. We used potato ridgers, which essentially did the same thing. A local U-Pick farm has their rows set up the exact same way, only they drape plastic over the mounds. Not sure exactly how they accomplish that on such a large scale...

The Wix WL7426 also fits my tractor, but it is a bit longer than the stock LS. Not a problem for my tractor as it doesn't hit anything. YMMV. Rock Auto currently sells them for $7.55. They are selling that fuel filter for $8.12

Not arguing with you or the information you posted. Just highlighting some things. Everyone is entitled to run whatever they feel is correct in their own machines. The Tractor Police will not come and arrest you for using GL-5 in your front axle, but... From the mroilguy link you provided...