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    Box Blade Suggestion

    Used a New Holland Workmaster 50 with hydraulic mid-link with a HH boxblade that was 96 inches wide. Had hills up from a pond so I just pulled what tractor would handle. You only need to pull enough gravel to cover washes in road. Just try to pull what tractor will handle and make several...
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    LS SAYS A REGEN EVERY 2 HOURS IS NORMAL (Update) 600hrs, 50 regens

    Purchase one that regenerates automatically with no owner assistance (See New Holland Workmaster)
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    Log splitters

    If you can buy on sale you can't go wrong with this. The few logs it won't split makes good bon-fire fuel. RuggedSplit 322-24-REX Log Splitter: 22-Ton, Raven 301cc, Log Lift, 24" Stroke
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    Log splitters

    Plus Spring and Summer prices should be at their lowest.
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    Toothed bucket vs bolt on tooth bar?

    I have the bolt on also but I had a neighbor weld it on. It doubles the buckets lip thickness and I will never wear it out. It also increase bucket lip thickness so digging is no problem. Back dragging smooths and teeth also work at digging rocks and roots out. Removing concrete slabs, rocks or...
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    How do farmers make any money?

    That is just another expense that if you are lucky will pay for the seed you planted.
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    Landscape Rake to get gravel back onto road?

    Works for me and saves on not having to purchase additional gravel. Angle 45 degrees and throw gravel back to center. Then straight (no angle) and two swipes down center of gravel driveway. Repeat when necessary.
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    Workmaster 70 - Whining sound in reverse

    'Farmall whine' - Normal. If it quits whining is when you have a problem. (Workmaster 50/60/70)
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    Harbor Freight Liquid Transfer Pump (Stick) failures

    Useless cheap product that is temporary. Accept it and avoid wasting your money.
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    Is this BS or what?

    $200 dealer charge verses cost of trailer?
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    Just saw my first $80,000 lawnmower

    Capitalism - Big Business sets the price. Consumer pays the price. Consumer doesn't pay the inflated price and Big Business can't eat their product so they lower the price or discontinue their product. Who really controls prices in the long run?
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    Just saw my first $80,000 lawnmower

    You can invest in the top of the line or you can pay taxes on your company's profits or you can give your employees a raise? Guess which decision 'Big Business' CEO would make?
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    Our Tractor was delivered today

    Box blade that is wider than width of tractor makes the best counter weight (loaded rear tires also). I have a Workmaster 50 and 8 ft box blade works great.
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    auction giveaway

    Going to an auction looking for a steal of a deal is like going to a court of law and looking for justice. In the end the majority of times you are going to be disappointed.
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    Do any of y'all seal, wax or ceramic coat your tractor??

    You need to keep it nice for the next owner.
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    never liked the ROPS now i have a reason

    Doesn't help in a roll over.
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    Vented non fuel jugs.

    Work for limited time. Have thrown away approximately 6 battery operated similar to this. If it doesn't run off a 12 volt battery then save your money.
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    Vented non fuel jugs.

    Use for diesel and get the following from Amazon.com
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    Returning batteries for warranty claim

    https://buyersguide.org/jump-starters/t/best?m=e&d=t&c=646148723019&p=&oid=kwd-378211066505&lp=9009553&li=&nw=g&nts=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRhx6iiBcP8lM8bZwTOhSsaIRuc8MRMRXEaQaVP-vOd1mx2uM7R5bflBoCEREQAvD_BwE&tdid=9826996&gad_source=1 Buy one of above. If tractor cranks with it then you...
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    MX5400....I hate the seat safety switch

    New Holland Workmaster 50 - seat does not tilt.
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    MX5400....I hate the seat safety switch

    A really good post. If new safety switches are so great why don't they offer kits for all older tractors that don't have them?
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    MX5400....I hate the seat safety switch

    Good thing you don't own an older tractor!
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    John Deere or Kubota?

    For dragging logs and saving roll overs on you tractor.
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    Is a subcompact under 25hp enough power?

    Buy more than you think you will need. Extra weight will make all the difference. You can make a lifetime purchase or you can buy something that you can't wait to afford to trade up to something bigger. It is less expensive to bite the bullet and get a lifetime purchase.
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    LS SAYS A REGEN EVERY 2 HOURS IS NORMAL (Update) 600hrs, 50 regens

    You should have bought a New Holland to avoid all those regenerations. (New Holland Workmaster 50)
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    Oil Change intervals?

    I am in the same boat as you. I change mine by hours or every two years (which ever comes first - hours of time). I use Mobile 1 synthetic 5w40 oil in 2015 Workmaster 50 tractor. Never seen a 'use by' date on any oil I have used. I found my tractor will set under the shed with old oil just as...
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    Vented non fuel jugs.

    Manufactory only recommends for kerosene and diesel fuel, which they work great for. Not recommend for gas because of expansion and fumes. It has a bigger mouth which works great to use a 12 volt pump to remove fuel. The 12 volt pump is not for use with gas. The following...
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    Buying Advice - Kioti, LS, TYM Compact Tractors

    He had more money than he had sense. You relieved the pressure on one of those that day. When the customer wants to unload the burden of managing his cash you should be proud of the relief you provided.
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    Buying Advice - Kioti, LS, TYM Compact Tractors

    You can borrow from a bank on home equity loan and get low interest rate and not have to pay any extra for tractor insurance to cover the loan. I saved $3,000 by doing my own financing verses zero financing through dealer.
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    Buying Advice - Kioti, LS, TYM Compact Tractors

    Buy the biggest 4 x 4 tractor you can afford. I own a 2015 New Holland Workmaster 50 and do what you want to do. Never regretted making payments and never have wished I had bought a smaller tractor. Plus with low hours on it I can sell it for what I paid new for it. Keep an eye out for a good...
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    First time plowing with SSQA plow, float mode just digs into the driveway

    plow shoes.....Required to keep blade edge off of asphalt Notice the ends of his snowblade. When you scrap you will leave a thin layer of snow plus you will have two skid marks on your asphalt if you are apply any down pressure on your loader mounted scrape blade. Found out on my Workmaster...
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    New Holland WM55 Price

    https://www.machinerypete.com/tractors/40-99-hp/new-holland/workmaster-55?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAr8eqBhD3ARIsAIe-buOjX290R_NfSdepGyS3B1yVe4XbIPqcauPQ6rsPtGvppTnxbP7F-_saAg32EALw_wcB
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    What size tractor can we get by with?

    Minimum of 50 motor hp / 45 PTO. That perfect tractor is bigger than what you think is needed to do your jobs needed done.
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    Tractor sold to me as a 2021, but is actually a 2020

    Two different animals - Autos have a title listed model year. Tractor only has a bill of sell that is created by seller. You have to use VIN number on Auto for manufacture date and Serial Number on tractor for manufacture date.
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    Tractor sold to me as a 2021, but is actually a 2020

    They cut him a deal because it didn't have the latest price increases when he purchased it new. Now if he insisted on a 2021 serial number they could have ordered him one with latest price increases and delivery date of 2022?
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    Tractor sold to me as a 2021, but is actually a 2020

    You have a 2020 model when purchasing parts - serial number determines that. It was purchased new in 2021. Used price will be determined by hours and condition of tractor. When selling you can advertised as 2020 model bought new in 2021. Price will only vary by someone that really knows very...
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    Lift capabilities

    It is dead and only those watching will know how it was placed in its grave. Don't do something stupid by adding a tractor and the operator to the grave. Just ask the owner to turn and say a prayer while you drag it in.
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    Stuck in the pond

    Ag tires are useless in reverse motion.
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    Stuck in the pond

    It's not yours until you find its limitations. A man has to know his limitations as well as his equipments.
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    New Holland Boomer 37 in DPF Shutdown Mode

    Have a Workmaster 50 made in 2015. Everything is automatic with no intervention from operator.
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    Just arrived and hour meter is broken

    Expensive life lesson on purchasing - Move on with life. In future you can always say hour meter recently broke when you want to sell it.
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    Interesting observations...

    Some people use their tractors and some just wash and wax and put back in the shed. If I die tomorrow someone will need to wash and wax mine before they enjoy owning it. (If I remember right it was blue the last time I washed it.)
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    Pricing pallet forks

    That's What She Said!
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    Pricing pallet forks

    Just remember overkill is better than just barely enough.
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    Pricing pallet forks

    https://www.palletforks.com/skid-steers/pallet-forks-and-accessories/fork-blades/pallet-fork-frame-attachment-4000-lb-capacity/FRLD-FORKS.html Past purchased with 60 inch forks and also purchased 42 inch forks. Use 60 inch to reach out keeping tractor a distance from item being picked up. Tilt...
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    NH Workmaster 60 one year review

    Got a 2015 Workmaster 50 and it is working out good. Go ahead and purchase an ignition switch and some spare fuses. If yours is like mine around 250 hours you may need. It handles a 8 ft box scrape rather well and makes a great counter weight.
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    58 MPG by 2032

    58 mpg or any other goal set is an average for all sold. Discount the high mpg cars and inflate the low mileage to control sells.
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    Looking to buy my first tractor

    Just remember a 'Deere' is a cute little green thing you pet, but a Workmaster is something you buy to work with. No petting required. Tree and Workmaster 50 meet. I think the pictures show who gave up first.
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    Neighbors dog keeps coming over and defecating on our driveway.

    You live in the country and have a gravel driveway, I am assuming you have snakes and hopefully are aware of where you are placing your feet. If it is wiggling or looks like a turd then sidestep it. Next hard rain both will be gone.
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    Looking to buy my first tractor

    Under 25 thousand is definitely in used catagory. New Holland Workmaster series in 50-60-70 hp - Nothing smaller or less overall weight. If you can find any and under 30 thousand you had better jump on it. ( I have a 50 hp which is actually 53 hp turbo.)
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    Buying Advice Diesel smog emission stuff?

    New Holland Workmaster 50, 60, 70 hp (same motor just more fuel) has automatic emission that takes care of itself. You never know when it occurs and you don't have to do anything. I am sure they must have smaller tractors that do the same.
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    Dealer Prep Time on New Tractor

    Been there and done that waiting on a loader to be installed on mine when new. Best a person can do in the purchasing of a new tractor is a percentage down and balance on delivery. Pay up front with a promise of, puts you on a dealers back burner when a problem occurs. When I read "I trust my...
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    Interesting conversation with a Ram technician at dealer service dept.

    https://www.chrysler-factory-warranty.com/ram-lifetime-warranty/
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    Interesting conversation with a Ram technician at dealer service dept.

    Because it is an excuse to turn down warranty repairs.
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    Interesting conversation with a Ram technician at dealer service dept.

    Did you get that guarantee verbally or in writing. If only verbal then I would say you ran into an employee that was 'selling the dealership story'. Now if you got it in writing you have a 'leg to stand on' at 100001 miles and your engine dies. By the way, I have no reason to lie either! All, by...
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    LS or Kubota

    4x4 front axle components lube.
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    LS or Kubota

    Looks like gear oil is the popular / tried and true.
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    Has anyone used gear oil in front axle (instead of the hydraulic oil that the manufacturer recommends) AND had an issue?

    Some recommend hydraulic or if seeping problem then use gear oil. My New Holland Workmaster 50 (2015 model) looks like gear oil. I am guessing past dealership problems of seeping with hydraulic just had gear oil to start with so maybe zvoiding seeping problem?
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    Driving tractor with the front end loader bucket elevated .

    Yep - picking tractor seat cushion out of your rear is no fun.
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    Well.... OUCH!

    Good example of buy more than you need when buying a tractor. You will never be doing something and at the same time crying 'it is too big, it is too big'.
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    STIHL Zero-Turn

    In my younger days that may have cross my mind but in my older days it's "Bragging Rights".
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    Buying Advice LS vs TYM vs Kioti

    Some people have a problem defining 'low speed and local travel'. "I live on top of a mountain and I just need to haul it to my neighbor that lives at the bottom of the mountain."
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    Buying Advice LS vs TYM vs Kioti

    Once your tire cleats fill with mud you aren't going anywhere. But the meat of my story is the heavier the more pulling. At least until the front end starts talking to Jesus, then it's find the clutch quick or look for the 'Pearly Gates'. There is an old saying that tire traction is great until...
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    STIHL Zero-Turn

    But you don't have that nice looking zero turn setting in that nice out building that you can show off to your friends and neigbors - ha ha ha. Just remember bragging rights aren't cheap. "Let me show you my tractor"
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    STIHL Zero-Turn

    The Stihl name along with made in USA of their other products will command additional price. Take a chevy and put a Honda emblem on it and you can sell it for 10 to 20 percent higher (at least until ........)
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    Buying Advice LS vs TYM vs Kioti

    Difference in weight of tractors will make a lot of difference on it being capable of doing what you want done. Most tractors will spin its wheels if tied to a tree. The weight of the tractor will determine how far the tree bends before the wheels spin.
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    Buying Advice LS vs TYM vs Kioti

    If the economy tanks enough to cause tractor prices to drop then you will possibly have one or two problems. No dealer stock or you will be afraid to turn loose of the money because the economy is so bad.
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    Buying Advice LS vs TYM vs Kioti

    He will know the right tractor about a year after purchasing it.
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    1.5 acres. Am I nuts for thinking about a tractor?

    Past experience of owning a Ford 1510 (4x4), Massey Ferguson 1130 (2 wheel drive) and now owning a New Holland Workmaster 50 with a loader (4x4). I have 10 acre of land and 8 acre is tree and pond covered. Driveway of 1325 ft (hill down to pond and up to house). The Workmaster 50 (4x4) has...
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    MF 1835M loader support collapsed on tractor

    Not Really! I assume he didn't get an above discount because of a defective made loader?
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    Busted rear diff dodge 2500

    Dog- 'Should have bought a Chevy'
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    New Holland Boomer 37 in DPF Shutdown Mode

    Also maybe, just maybe an individual will pay a little more for not having to worry about future emission problems. Until they start requiring yearly government inspections everyone will be happy. I love my Workmaster 50 for non-emission worries.
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    Hours charged for tractor work

    Love to hire people like you! No surprises at completion and I don't have to worry about whether you are working or taking a break.
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    Hours charged for tractor work

    Fair with a customer is answered by the look on his or her face when you are done!
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    Hours charged for tractor work

    Depends whether you are the payer or the receiver.
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    I'm in shock... Kubota BX pricing

    Paying ridiculous prices causes inflation. Let them set on the lot for awhile unless you can pay the inflated price and still make money by doing it.
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    I'm in shock... Kubota BX pricing

    Workmaster 50, 60, 70 series. Biggest difference in these three tractors is horsepower. Same engine just basically supplies more fuel to increase horsepower. Most people go with 70 series for maximum pto horsepower for hay baling.
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    4WD and loader work

    Use four wheel drive when your rear wheels spin doing what ever you are doing. Only use two wheel drive when traveling at above normal working speeds or when using a tractor that has only two wheel drive. Workmaster 50 made in 2015. Bought new in 2016. It has been in four wheel drive 90 percent...
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    Pick Up Bed Liners

    Best bedliner I have ever owned!
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    Looking to buy my first tractor

    Look up New Holland Workmaster 50 specifications. Buy what ever equals. Weight of tractor and lift capacity are the main factors and of course 4x4 drive. Anything less and you won't be happy. Your $25,000 needs to be closer to $35,000.
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    Favorite diesel can?

    Winning Combination - will pump 5 gallons in about a minute or less. Place jug on hand truck, roll up to tractor, insert pump in jug, insert tube from pump (you supply tube) connect to your 12 volt battery and flip on switch. If you have 11 gallon or more tank then fill when showing less than...
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    Selling a Tractor Back to the Dealer. Is this a possibility?

    Sell and new owner sends check to loan company for balance owed. Get receipts!.......have buyer pay balance to you giving him a bill of sale and copy of paid off loan. Tractors do not have titles so ....... make sure everyone gets notarized receipts. With low hours a good starting sell price is...
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    I'm in shock... Kubota BX pricing

    You will get over the shock when next year it cost $5000 more and there is only one on the lot as show. Manufactures will be selling new by order only. They will have plenty of used tractors priced $5000 less than new ones where kids inherited and loved cash more than metal.
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    I'm in shock... Kubota BX pricing

    2016 New Holland Workmaster was around $26000 new with loader. 2023 same tractor and loader new approximately $36000. Today's prices are for people that don't know past prices. Also compare past land and home prices to todays prices. The only good news I can tell you is I can sell my tractor...
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    Kioti NS6010 HST Vs. Kubota MX6000

    Dropping prices in today's definition is instead of dealer selling $1,000 over list he sells for $1,000 under list price.
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    Side by Side or 4x4

    Because some people value material things more than money in the bank. Lord, if I just had the money I spent on new cars between age 20 to 50 I could have retired 5 years earlier. Took me 30 years to realize vehicles take you to destinations and back home basically the same. Best money you ever...
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    Kubota L2501 Turbo: A Journey Defined - The Tractor, The Comparison, The Modification, The Results

    From reading you situation you need to pull up New Holland Workmaster 50 tractor info and specifications and buy something that compares. Weight, loader lift capacity and horse power. I needed about 30 hp tractor in 2013. Took 3 years of comparison and saving my money to convince myself a 50 hp...
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    Placement of doors in 40x60x14 workshop

    If your land allows it put a door on each 40 ft side (center it on each side). Makes a drive through or access from either end. Have a 20 x 40 done like this with a 16 ft wide by 9 ft high garage door on each 20 ft side. It self vents itself in the summer creating a breeze when both ends are...
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    Seller Beware

    If that person laid cash in my hand I would be afraid it was counterfeit.
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    New L2501

    Also look up Pat's quick hitch and hydraulic mid-link arm for it.
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    Small 1-2 gallon Yellow Diesel jug

    The following is the combination for diesel fuel container with portable pump. The 12 volt pump with pump 5 gallons in about a minute or less.
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    looking to buy first tractor with loader and backhoe

    If the money on your hip backs up your wants then go for it. Expensive play toys are nice when you finally get them paid for. Otherwise, just find a local that needs a little extra cash to pay for his 'toy' and hire him to do it. Farm toys are nice but they go down with age when they just set...
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    Kubota regened again today

    Newer tractors equals new learning curve. Hopefully you can find a young kid that loves to impress their elders by fixing the latest and greatest. The younger generation loves this stuff and the older generation can learn a lot by watching them.
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    Kubota regened again today

    New Holland Workmaster 50, 60, 70 made since 2015 will give you the same. ( if this size tractor fits you) New Common Rail, 3-cylinder turbo charged FPT engine • Tier4BcompliantviaPMCatalystSystem • Fullyautomatic • No additional fluids • No loss of power or need to stop work during...
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    Kubota regened again today

    Own a 2015 New Holland Workmaster 50 - It is automatic regeneration. Never know when it does it.
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    New Holland Boomer 37 in DPF Shutdown Mode

    New FPT engine: Tier 4 Final compliant; higher torque rise Inside, the WORKMASTER 50, 60 and 70 models are powered by new FPT Tier 4 Final emissions-compliant, three-cylinder turbo-charged engines. To meet tough Tier 4 Final emissions standards, the New Holland emissions treatment system uses...
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    New to quick hitches

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    New to quick hitches

    Never had a problem with screws. Just snug them up equally then screwed lock nut up so set screws would not loosen. About four years now with no adjustments needed.
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    New to quick hitches

    Need stationary position for hooking up implement. Set screws keeps it from swiveling down or left or right. When you hitch up to something like this everything has to be stationary for easy hook up.
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    Tractor Insurance

    They cover it in a separate policy (in NC). Your homeowners does not cover a tractor. You put a replacement value on it and they give you a yearly cost.
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    Hearing Aids?

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    Unsafe generator wiring et al.

    All the 'Interlock' does is makes sure your turn off main breaker before turning on generator.
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    Std. or HD pallet forks?

    https://www.palletforks.com/skid-steers/pallet-forks-and-accessories/fork-blades/pro-duty-pallet-fork-attachment-60-inch-fork-blades/131112.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=&scid=scplp131112&sc_intid=131112&gclid=CjwKCAjw5P2aBhAlEiwAAdY7dD2EMkD8kfM5tyd3sUSjqnXUlfSzOueG1NrRVUSHwiOSh8bHw...
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    Std. or HD pallet forks?

    Resell on HD will be better!
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    How to use a Grader Scraper

    https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/countyline-landscape-rake-wheel-kit
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    How to use a Grader Scraper

    A good gravel delivery should involve a spreading of gravel. If truck has access to area he should be able to spread as little as inch and thicker. You should only have minor raking to do. I have a 1325 ft driveway and a two truck delivery of a total of 36 tons. The only scraping I do is the...
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    How to use a Grader Scraper

    A box blade and experience with it is hard to beat. For a fine surface refinisher use a Landscape rake. You can buy both for price of a Land plane.
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    Bought new pickup should I get it undercoated ?

    The truck will outlast you if you wash it regularly.
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    Lifting safe - Ballast Box needed?

    Pay extra for truck delivery with lift gate. Have a pallet jack available.
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    If you didn't cash in then you have lost it only on paper. Also if you don't cash in on the high side then you have only made money on paper. The life of stocks and bonds and management fees they charge to keep track of your savings.
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Lowered by $5.00
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    'Life is easier when you plow around the stumps' You have to put up with all the roots holding it in the ground. Once you remove them the stump will just topple over. The stump is betting you don't value removing it enough to go through all that effort so you just go around it and it continues...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Social Security taxes that workers and employers pay are credited to the Social Security trust funds. The trust funds are defined by law as a way to set aside money that is earmarked for Social Security. A Board of Trustees oversees the trust funds. It is made up of the Secretary of the...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Politicians know when a promise made in the past comes due they will no longer be in office. At work, years ago the company came up with a contributory retirement plan. HR manager told all the young employees if they would get in at the maximum contribution they would all be millionaires at...
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    Trespassers

    Depends on who finds him first?
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    power tool recommendation

    https://engines.honda.com/oem-resources/manufacturing-locations#:~:text=World%20Engine%20Production%20Bases,U.S.%2C%20Japan%2C%20and%20Thailand.
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    If you love it then it's not work!
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    How much will I have if I invest 100 a month for 30 years? For simplicity's sake, assume compounding takes place once per year in January. After a 30-year period, thanks to compound returns and a small monthly contribution, his portfolio will grow to $186,253.14 (as compared to $50,313.28...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/ssb/v70n3/v70n3p111.html
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    Rotella T4 vs T6

    T6 is made for people that stretch out their oil changes or put a lot of hours on equipment quickly. Most people that change once a year with less hours that oil change recommends will do just fine with T4.
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    power tool recommendation

    Determine PSI needed? Decide if electricity will be available or if you need portability? I have had both gasoline powered (3,000+ psi) and electric (max 2,000 psi). Gasoline engine type motor runs continuously with recommendation of squeezing pressure wand ever so often so pump doesn't...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Does everyone pay Social Security tax? Nearly every American worker – as well as their employer – is required to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes, including the self-employed. If you don't pay into the system when you work, then you can't collect the income benefits later in life.Sep 9, 2022
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Don't worry Kenny it's already spent. It's kind of like leaving $$$$ for your beneficiaries. Most of the time they already have a plan when you croaked. Just make sure they have a copy of your Will and they'l take care of it. With SS every dollar paid in today is spent on someone receiving a SS...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Correction - The money you paid in is not yours. It did not go into a savings account for you. The money paid into SS today is paid out to people that are receiving SS / Disability today. Your contributions to SS comes with a promise that when you retire the people currently paying in at that...
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Roll That Dice! By the way check out the obits - how many were 80 plus and how many were under 80. Social Security loves for people to work until they fall over. It eases the burden on those they send a check to every month.
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    Lift pallet of wood pellets with front loader hack?

    I lost my beer finding out that a four wheel drive Workmaster 50 has no brakes on the front wheels. All you have to do is look in your maintenance guide about replacement / adjustment of front wheel brakes. Some people say the engine holds back but my 3 cylinder was raising hell until the load...
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    Ratchet straps that actually last

    They should last many years in the cab of your truck.
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    The cost of everything is going up because people keep buying it at the higher price. If home sales slow down then watch prices go down.
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    Social Security COLA 8.7% for 2023

    Hint hint
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    Lied to wife about lost billfold.

    Let sleeping dogs lie!
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    Lift pallet of wood pellets with front loader hack?

    Just remember your rear wheels are the only wheels that have brakes on a 4 wheel drive tractor. Try this out with forks loaded with tractor facing downhill. Lock your brakes like you would for 'park' position. Slowly raise your forks with the load and watch rear tires raise off the ground. Let...
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    Should a new tractor come with a full tank of gas?

    Got the tractor and a hat. No full tank.
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    New to quick hitches

    It's all in the installation. You have so many adjustment bolts and shims that it takes a trial installation and then when you have it mounted correctly alternate tightening the bolts to keep hookup slots straight up and down.
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    New to quick hitches

    Had one like the harbor freight one. Destroyed it by using on an 8 ft box blade, on back of New Holland Workmaster 50 (4x4). Was backing up pushing brush and one corner of box blade found a big rock. Twisted the quick hitch into a semi-preztel. Replaced with Pat's cat. II which fits my tractor...
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    New to quick hitches

    https://itcquickattach.com/pats-quick-hitch-category-2/ This is you, if it fits your tractor (see attachment).If it is too large then see category one. Use bushing on equipment to bring it up to category two hitch.
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    Newb looking for advice and info on a new compact tractor and attachments

    For your use save your money for at least a 50 plus hp. Look at New Holland Workmaster 50 and buy similar specs. in any brand you like. This tractor will handle an 8 foot box blade and has the extra weight to offset your fork load.
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    Hydraulic fluid

    Amazon.com
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    Oil change intervals

    How often does a 2022 Toyota Tacoma need an Oil Change? An oil change is one of the most basic and essential services for your vehicle. Synthetic oil normally should be changed every 7,500 - 10,000 miles. Toyota advises getting your 2022 Toyota Tacoma oil & filter changed every 3,000-5,000 miles...
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    Oil change intervals

    Low hours nightmare for someone in ths future. When you hear someone say I bought me a deal in a low hours tractor and later trash talking the brandname for motor problems it will make you wonder if ........?
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    Oil change intervals

    Reasons some used cars are horror stories for the next owner. Trade in value is the same for old or new oil filter being on trade in.
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    Oil change intervals

    Weight of oil may make the difference. 5w30 verses 10w40 should show a difference of oil use.
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    Oil change intervals

    Hop Hopefully he was thinking of hydraulic fluid and not motor oil. You always hear change oil at least once a year! Used tractors with low hours usually equals low times of oil being changed.
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    Oil change intervals

    At 5,000 write it in your maintenance notes - oil change at 5,000 miles? At 10,000 have dealer change oil and make a note. At 15,000 miles make a note - oil change at 15,000 miles? Continue doing this as long as dealer is furnishing oil changes every 10,000 miles. After 30,000 continue on...
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    Best battery

    https://www.batteryequivalents.com/group-34-batteries-dimensions-features-and-recommendations.html
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    Best battery

    Looks like warranty wise this may be a good place that honors warranty for tractor use.
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    My new Branson was missing inner Air filter, should I be worried?

    Don't worry about it if tractor is running OK. Worry about the 'lasting forever' part because it ain't going to happen. Don't hunt a problem because if it's serious it will hunt you up!.
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    Comparison Assume dealer and price are equal, does Kubota beat NH in mid-size (100hp+) segment

    If equal tractors and equal dealers then the one that weighs the most will have an advantage. Looked at Kubota and New Holland. New Holland weighed the most and no regeneration was necessary for New Holland. Everything is automatic with no assistance from operator.
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    Best battery

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    Best battery

    Was kind of hoping you would also offer an opinion on brand / quality from pass experience since I'm not having any luck with Walmart's warranty. Bought the Everstart from Walmart because of being local, warranty and size, price. Warranty isn't any better than a internet ordered battery. Good...
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    Best battery

    Furnish a link on battery that will work on a New Holland WorkMaster 50 four by four. Year made was 2015. Original battery made it until Jan. 2022. New Everstart Maxx 35 is getting weak after 6 months. Walmart says battery is good. My tester shows weak under load.
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    Best battery

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    Best battery

    Everstart is the battery I am having trouble with. Trying a battery tender on it and maybe it will make it til Dec. 2022. One thing for sure my future battery won't be bought at Walmart.
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    Best battery

    'You buy by group size and terminal location, not by end use. really none of their business to know anyway'. ( I use to think the same but not anymore!)
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    Best battery

    Was explaining that the battery wouldn't crank my tractor after setting over two days. (Battery was purchased in Jan. 2022 and had been working great until recently.) Also I disconnected cables from battery and it still lost 25% of it's charge after a couple of days. Their tester said it was a...
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    Best battery

    I just recently had dealings with a Walmart battery less than a year old! Two gentlemen working in auto department said Walmart doesn't sell batteries for tractors and if any battery they sell is installed in a tractor then it voids the warranty. Needless to say I am done with buying a battery...
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    steering wheel spinner knob

    With my WorkMaster 50 I had just he opposite problem. Thicker steering wheel needed a bigger mount. Found 'palm spinner' worked the best. Just insert bigger rubber insert for smaller steering wheels.
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    steering wheel spinner knob

    Found this type works best with power steering. Amazon.com
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    Your Yearly Cost of Tractor Ownership

    How big is the smile on your face when using it and how much did your wife sale it for when settling your estate? When you have the answer to these two questions then I can answer if buying or not is the best! No matter what it cost, looking back you will have only one question, "Why didn't I...
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    how many GPM is needed

    Pump flow: 12 gpm 45.4 lpm Total flow: 17.5 gpm 66.2 lpm For PTO and loader usage this should be your minimum. Anything less will probably disappoint you later on. This is specs. on Workmaster 50, 4x4 with gear transmission and loader. (5.5 gpm of the Total flow is for power steering)...
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    Titan Attachments Quick Hitch Initial Review

    Pat's quick hitch category 1 or 2 (which ever fits your tractor.
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    I don't understand something.

    It looks impressive sitting under the shelter and when you need it it's worth every dime it cost you. If it was actually human you could put it in the same category as your wife.
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    Should I even think about 2 wheel drive

    I have a New Holland WorkMaster 50 (53hp) four wheel drive. What few times I use it in two wheel drive reminds me how limited two wheel drive is. With a loader on front you realize two wheel drive is used only when traveling from one workplace to another. 4x4 on a tractor is money well spent.
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    Tractor worked on by dealer today & won't turn off!!!

    Think I will read the instructions after I know where and how everything works LMAO. Somethings you can get by with that but other things will get you hurt. They make owners manual for tractors for a reason. If no manual make sure you have a friend that can teach you! It's like crawling on the...
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    Recommended Tractor for 4.5 acres

    Both brands should equal quality. The one that weighs the most will offer the best usage with heavy equipment. Your bank account will be the ultimate guide on your choice. I ended up with a Workmaster 50 New Holland in 2016. Best decision I've made so far. Seen used ones advertised for more than...
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    Bringing up old rock / gravel...want to restore parking lot and driveway...Land Plane or box blade or?

    Sounds like a person that has been there and done that. I have also. The last thing you want to do is loosen your base. Loosing the top layer of rock is all you need to do. After a rain it looks like you added a single layer of rock on top.
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    Rear Blade 7’ Back Blade on 47hp Kubota L4760

    So So True! You can always tell when you hear experience tried and true speaking.
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    cutting on a steep hill - pond at the bottom

    It can also end up being the cheapest. Tractors in ponds and funeral cost are expensive!
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    Rear Blade 7’ Back Blade on 47hp Kubota L4760

    Use a 8 ft. box blade on a 53 hp New Holland Workmaster 50. Handles it well and is a perfect counter weight for loader. 8 ft blade is lighter than box blade and wider than rear tractor wheels so it works great when scraping set at an angle (Still scrapes out tire tracks).
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    Bringing up old rock / gravel...want to restore parking lot and driveway...Land Plane or box blade or?

    Try one of these. May have to go over three or four times but it will loosen top inch without disturbing your packed base. I use one for a my gravel driveway (3100 ft lenght). Saves me from buying so much gravel. Once you have an establish packed base this keeps the top inch loose. Any big rock...
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    Looking to buy my first tractor

    New Holland Workmaster 50, 60, or 70. Look at new then compare against what you can find used. The extra weight this tractor has will make a lot of difference. That is a HD 8 ft. box scrape ln picture on a Workmaster 50.
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    Who Makes a Trouble-Free 60" Diesel Zero-Turn?

    "So who makes a good diesel zero-turn that will last forever...." THEY DON't make a varmint like that. Second - why do you want the additional cost of a diesel? Most mowers the deck or drivetrain wears out before motor does. (Look at Cub Cadet with steering wheel rated better tan any zero...
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    wood oil based stain/preservatives?

    The best solution to your problem is use decking until you need replacing. Use Lowes or Home Depot "Trex style" flooring to replace. Material will cost you but it's something you can do yourself saving on labor. No staining, No splinters, and non-slippery when wet. It will be there will no...
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    Mowing Fence Mow

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    tank sprayer suggestions?

    three point mount would be a "carryall" which can be used for other things also.
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    Thinking of making my backhoe attachment towable and usable OFF the tractor!

    Some ideas are best kept in the place where they originated (between the ears).
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    What is this lifting ?? tongs for ??

    The way it looks is probably the reason you found it laying there. It dropped what ever it was used for, for the last time.
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    Looking at a 2018 John Deere 2025r

    Get a bill of sale and ID (copy of driver license).
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    How much will that tractor cost, the true price of ownership.

    Mine lowers my blood pressure by 20 points when using it. Best medicine with no side affects.
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    How much will that tractor cost, the true price of ownership.

    WorkMaster tractors do hook you for the lifetime experience. I feel same way about my WorkMaster 50.
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    What would these 2 parts be called?

    Buy two - you will probably need another later on.
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    Snow plow on FEL

    Found out on mine scrape / snow plow on front will work but there is a fine line between down pressure and being able to steer in direction you want to go. In snow my works best with scrape blade on rear allowing it's weight as the down pressure. Scrape on front works good for pushing...
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    Pouring fuel from cans

    Poor Man's version.
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    Predator yay or nay

    There is nothing to be ashamed of having a cheap girlfriend that "puts out". They sure do cost less to replace.
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    Why are interest rates so low?

    Monkey Pox is the latest and greatest, Covid is old news kind of like the Flu. News likes to report on the news that attracts people to their web site. As for gas / diesel price Big Oil has found out they can price their product at whatever price and the public continues to buy it. Remember when...
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    Just in case!

    Own a New Holland WorkMaster 50 made in 2015. Was having a problem with clutch making it's contact not allowing tractor to do anything except lighting up lights on dash. Also one set of headlights would not light up. Used the following on all electrical contacts at clutch lever and headlight...
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    Ten year old NH Ambra hydraulic fluid

    Look for expiration date on it. If it doesn't have one and still has factory seal you should be good to go!
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    LS SAYS A REGEN EVERY 2 HOURS IS NORMAL (Update) 600hrs, 50 regens

    Try out running at 1500 rpm average and time it. Then run up near 2000 rpm and time it. See if there is a noticeable difference. Workmaster 50, 60, 70 New Hollands have auto regenerations. I don't understand why LS and others don't use the same. Why would someone buy a tractor that requires you...
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    LS or Kubota

    3 to 4 hp difference - you will never know the difference except when reading the specs. Weight will tell you more than picking hp difference. A tractor with three less hp but weight of 800 or more pounds will pull the most.
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    LS SAYS A REGEN EVERY 2 HOURS IS NORMAL (Update) 600hrs, 50 regens

    New FPT engine: Tier 4 Final compliant; higher torque rise Inside, the WORKMASTER 50, 60 and 70 models are powered by new FPT Tier 4 Final emissions compliant, 3-cylinder turbo-charged engines. To meet tough Tier 4 Final emissions standards, the New Holland emissions treatment system uses a...
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    Need Suggestions for 45 HP

    https://www.agriculture.com/machinery/maintenance--repair/turbocharging-basics_567-ar52062
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    Need Suggestions for 45 HP

    New Holland WorkMaster 50 with loader and 8 ft box blade. Tall tree with cable wrapped as high as possible hooked to box blade. Tree down, stump up. Saw and split. Has the power to spin all four wheels and the extra weight to pull until the wheels break traction. 53 hp motor and 45 pto power.
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