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If you have the check valve between the spigot and the pressure switch, it will keep the pump from starting when the spigot is opened. My system has a check valve upstream from the pressure tank and pressure switch. I have a tee with a valve by my well head but have to "force" the pump on to...

I bought my 4820R in March 2021 and put 285 hours on it. It's been a great machine. The closest Branson dealer to me when I purchased was 100 miles away. I had a fuel leak right after I got and the dealer repaired it without any hassle other than taking it back to him. It has done one...

My snoring drove my wife into another bedroom. I tried wedges, sleeping on my side, nose strips, mouth pieces, etc. but nothing worked. So I went to a sleep doctor in 2019. I did the home study and it showed it was bad off and they wanted the overnight study. I got the Phillips and within a...

We've had the SL on Best Effort for 6 weeks. It was a big upgrade from using my ATT phone as a hot spot. SL normally runs 15-25 MBS, but has been as high as 175 MBS and down to 8 MBS. We've got 2 laptops, 2 pads, Dish network and a couple of other things. No problems with video conferences...

If the voltage is too low entering your facility, the feeding transformer can be re-tapped to increase the voltage. Or this can be done inside if you have transformers. For a motor with a starter, it shouldn't be an issue. If there are VFDs on the machines, they may be more sensitive. If you...

I use a 6' medium duty cutter with my 4820R all the time without issues. My rear remote levers are stiff and if I bump the standard (spring return) valve lever sometimes it will stay open without me realizing it. The detent valve lever stays in place. I have to watch it carefully with my...

I suggest talking to an electrical inspector for your utility or building inspection. Requirements vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and utility to utility. Some require a permit for any alteration, others may not. They should tell you what is acceptable. I recently took down an old...

I have an Atlas MD685. It's ok and I think was $1900 when I got it, but the have gone up the past couple of years. I've only had minor issues like replacing the drive-in zerks. It didn't come with a manual or customer support. It is heavy and I like the 2 tail wheels...

Lighter weight can be an advantage for lifting. A 100 lbs can make a difference when lifting logs.

There are battery-less DC systems available such as this: https://practicalpreppers.com/product/sunrotor-sr-4-starter-system/ And Amazon has them too. Some just fill a tank with an overflow and only shut off if the water runs or sun goes down. You can add a DC light for the well house during...

That's what I've got. I marked the coupler and hose so I always put the hoses on the same ports.

I agree with hiring a dozer. Last month, I hired a local guy. He was $150 per hour and used an old D5. He could do more more work in 1 day than with the dozer than I can do in 2 weeks on my tractor and do a better job. All though it can be done with a tractor, a dozer is better suited for...

I found the zerk on the 4wd lever today. I've completely missed it before. I was able to reach it from the bottom. Mine has a 45 zerk turned at an odd angle. I'll be doing my 300 hour service soon and I think I'll replace it with a 90 zerk pointing down. That's 10 on the tractor plus 16 on...

There's a zerk inside the left wheel well near the 3 point positioner. I'll have to look and see if I missed one by the 4wd lever.

I've found those 9 on my 4820R. I have my rear tires set at the widest spacing, which makes getting to the fittings inside the wheel wells easier.

This is what I used. It's what my dealer would have used if I let them perform the 50 hour. 1. Rotella T6 in 15W-40. You may need a different weight. 2. O'Reilly's Premium Tractor Fluid 3. Useful hints: The front axle has 2 drains, one on each knuckle. I missed this at my 50 hour. Be ready...

I store my backhoe in the back of my shed with the bucket end against a concrete block wall. It gives me something to push against when adjusting the backhoe to fit it on the tractor. You will need 24 mm and 27 mm wrenches for the bolts that hold the 3 point arms. There are tabs to keep the...

It will make refilling more difficult as well. Without my backhoe on, I had to try several funnels to find something that would work for me. I could not have filled from a 5 gallon bucket with the backhoe in place. If you use a pump, it will be not be an issue to fill with the backhoe in place.

I got the factory kit. It was $873 installed in March 2021. I have one regular remote and one detent remote. I use a hydraulic top link but not a tilt. It's a little on the quick side and I need to add a flow restrictor. The other remote is for a log splitter when I get around to buying or...

My favorite is my grapple. I'm always using it to move things, like tree or busted concrete. I can also use slings with it to carry my generator.

The operators manual and service manual being different got me. My dealer wasn't sure which was correct either. The only thing I have that takes 450 lb-ft is my 2=5/16 hitch ball. I don't have a torque wrench that big, but I think I got it to around 350 lb-ft. I tighten it every time I use...

I like to make a line from the threads to the nut, to the washer and to the wheel. And look for a break in the paint line. A paint pen has all kind of uses to make maintenance simpler.

My dealer referred me to call Branson. The Brason service technical department said 122-151 lb-ft.

I went and found my operator's manual. It's different than the service manual. It says 188-224 lb-ft. I think I'll ask the dealer too.

They didn't take that much torque to remove. I used a 30" breaker bar and it just needed a good push. The service manual shows the "Rim Disk Mounting Bolt" torque to be 122.4-151.2 lb-ft, which seems consistent with what it took to remove. Do you think this is wrong? I don't want the bolts...

I should have clarified I wanted to loctite (blue medium strength) the two parts of the wheels together and not the lugs holding the rim to the axle. I use anti seize on my truck lugs and where the wheel contacts the rotor or else they become very difficult to separate.

I changed my rear wheel spacing to the widest position to get more stability. It's about 78" from outside to outside of the tires. Only broke a 22mm socket and a 1/2x3/4 socket adaptor. I planned on using loctite on the lugs, but the tube was empty.

My pump has a soft start.

You can buy or assemble a system. It depends on you requirements. The main components are batteries, inverter, charge controller and photovoltaic panels. Goal Zero, Titan and Jackery (120 volt) are a few companies that combine the batteries, inverters and charge controllers into one unit that...

Pete, I was in the same position as you a couple of years ago before I bought my first tractor. On our property, I'm maintaining about 15 acres, but it is somewhat sloped. I was very skeptical about Tier VI engines. I'm ok with working on a used tractor. I'm a gear head too. I started...

At 167 hours, my 4820R had its first regeneration. I've had the tractor almost a year, so I don't thinks it's too often. I've been leveling a site for our new house and using the loader and box blade for the past couple of weeks. It took 30 minutes. Didn't smell good but not real bad either.

The tripod will work fine for vertical loads. Brace the feet at the ground so the legs do not splay out. A chain fall or electric hoist mounted at the top of the tripod can pull up vertically. I would use components rated at a Working Load Limit of a minimum of twice your estimated weight...

Make sure you have wrenches or sockets to fit everything. I had to get a few larger sizes, like 27 mm. Also, pins: hair pins, cotter pins, anything that can be pulled out. I had to replace some several times before I zip tied them together. To go with the grease gun, get a box of zerks...

I contacted a well driller last week to have my well tested. We are building a house and to get a building permit the well must be tested for flow because it does not have a drillers tag. I think it was drill prior to the state requiring permitting and documentation for wells. The driller...

Yesterday I installed a hydraulic top link on my 4820R. With all the rain and snow lately, everything is a sloppy mess and I can't do much with the tractor. At least the chainsaws run and trees get cut but will wait to move to the burn pile.

LibreCad is another free, downloadable software. I've used it a little. Long ago, I used AutoCad extensively for my job and side projects. It doesn't have the features but is free. I use Microsoft Project to track tasks, but Project Libre is free and similar. I can't remember everything and...

I got a fuel leak in the fuel pump not long after my 4820R was received. The dealer repaired it under warranty without any hassle or problems. There was some filings from the manufacturing process on an o-ring. I am very happy with my Branson. I got it last March and have over 100 hours now...

I have a 2021 4820R. No close dealers for TYM last spring. I love it. I've got over 100 hours and it has not done a regen. There's a button for it by the joystick. It's a simple, sturdy tractor.

I have a 6' Agri MD. It's a little heavier than the Agri X. It's ok. Darrel Harp does not have good customer support and does not have any manuals for the MD. I'm sure the gearbox and slip clutch are imported, but not much information is on the name plates. I had to replace grease zerks on...

Another thing to consider is the ductwork material. It should be wrapped hard duct with only a short run of flexible duct (>5') to the register. 10 SEER is to low. In 2005, I put a 14 SEER 5 ton heat pump with a variable speed supply fan on a 3000 sq ft house. I agree with ericm and using...

I smoked a turkey breast today while I was on the tractor. My older kids have the covid and I won't get to see them for another week. Don't know what will be cooked when we are able to get together.

Here some have it. Some don't. There's one 15 miles from my house that carries it and on days I go to the office, I pass by it. It seems like the O'Reillys in smaller, farm areas carry it, but those in bigger cities don't.

I used the O'Reillys Premium Tractor Fluid on my last change. It's what my dealer uses and recommended.

I think the community will grow as people flee the cities. We lived in the country until 2016 then moved to town. With the events of the past couple of years decided to return to the country. I went to full time telework in March 2020. Our now permeant (current) policy is to be in the office...

k5lwq, you explained it much better than me.

When no valve is operated, all the fluid flows back the tank. When a valve is operated, it diverts the flow to the function, like a hydraulic cylinder. Imagine a tee with fluid coming on one opening. The other two openings have valves. The valves operate so that if one is open the other is...

My rear remotes were $872 installed by my dealer before I picked up my tractor last March. I do not think installation is difficult. The hydraulic fluid flow is continuous at the set pressure. Changing the engine speed changes the flow rate (GPM), not the pressure. The pump is positive...

I have a backhoe for my 4820R. With the backhoe package, additional hydraulic lines are added, larger than the rear remotes which I have. When the backhoe is off the tractor, the backhoe hydraulic lines are connected together and fluid flows through unless hydraulic fluid is used somewhere...

I bought my 4820R earlier this year. I would not hesitate to buy again from the same dealer. JD and Kubota dealers would hardly talk to me and gave me tractor only prices for what I paid for my tractor and several implements. My Branson dealer is 100 miles away and JD/Kubota are 18 miles away...

I bought a 21 4820R with BL200 loader last March. I love it. I've got 83 hours on it. The only issue was a fuel leak on the fuel pump and my dealer quickly repaired it under warranty. I've picked up several large logs (approximately 2000#) that were near the max capacity of the loader with a...

After several days with very little progress, this is the option we are going with. It’s moving the house about 250’ back and 25’ higher elevation . Now I’ve got a lot more trees to clear and more driveway to cut. Trees and dirt are much easier to deal with than concrete. I appreciate all the...

I could move it forward about 15' to avoid removing the front footer now, but the trade off moving it is the front of the house on a severe slope with 2 additional courses of block on the front. Moving to the left or right would also require additional site prep and courses of blocks. I only...

Did you break it up by hitting the top or dig underneath and pull up? If things don't go as planned this weekend, I'll take this route. Do you think a 10k mini-excavator is the right size for a 12" deep x 24" wide footer?

As much as I would like to cut the concrete apart, I don't have water available to cool the saw and cannot go this route. I understand the limitations of a tractor backhoe vs an excavator. My current plan is busting up the concrete into pieces that I can scoop out and pile up with the hoe...

I agree this would be the best way to go combined with the BH. I would rent it if I had water at the site.

two_bit, I was rotating 3 or 4 pairs. At the time, I was in plant maintenance and very hard on my clothes. I expect my bibs to last 15 years unless I out grow them. I have a pair of Key work pants that I've had for while and I think they will last a long time as well.

My wife just got me some Carhartt bibs in duck. They’re my first pair and I like them. I wore them busting concrete this weekend. Sizing is different. I wear 36x32 in pants but 38x30 in the bibs. When I wore Carhartt pants daily I could get 2 or 3 years out of them. I expect these bibs to last a...

In the location where we will put our new house was an old double wide trailer. I got it removed and found a footer for a house that was one the site in the 1950s or 1960s. I have to remove it so the new footer can be poured. Any suggestions on the best way to remove a footer. It's 12"x24"...

Kailor, Welcome. I'm from north Alabama as well but recently moved to southern middle TN. I bought my first tractor last March. We have about 75 acres but nearly all is wooded and only keep up about 12 acres. Before purchasing my tractor, I looked at what implements I wanted and what size...

Several years ago, on my way to work one morning, I saw several does crossing the road ahead of me and slowed down. The doe I didn't see hit my right front fender and right back fender. If I hadn't slowed down, I would have been fine. Luckily, no major damage but several dents and lots of...

I got my new CS-620PW with a 27" bar and love it. I'm still breaking it in. I've cut 3 24" pines and numerous small (<8") trees. It starts easy cold or hot. I just pull the trigger and it eats the tree like it's starving.

I used O'Reilley's Premium Tractor Fluild. This is what my dealer would have used if I had taken it in for service. It's about $50 for 5 gallons here. I used Rotella T6 15W-40 in the engine.

I've had good luck with the Forester blade with the chainsaw teeth on 1-1/2" saplings, but it doesn't work well on grass. You still need a herbicide to kill or they grow back. The chainsaw teeth can be resharpened with a round file. My is mounted on a Stihl FS90R.

The first time I went to grease the tail wheels on a new Darrell Harp rotary cutter, the zerks came out. One came out when I pushed the grease coupler on. They were a push-in style. The holes got tapped and no more problems.

ptsg, you are correct. On the left side, the drain is on the front, but on the right side it is on the rear. Thanks.

I changed the front axle oil on my Branson yesterday. I saw the same thing. About 1 gallon drained out slowly. The manual says the fill is 1.9 gallons from empty. There is only 1 drain plug so I expect the other knuckle to be holding the oil. Next time I may raise that side up to drain more...

It's easy to overfill since you can't see the site glass when you're filling the oil.

I did my 50 hour service yesterday. No issues, just need to find a better funnel and need more kitty litter. Tried several funnels but nothing worked good. It's hard to hold a funnel and pour from a 5 gallon bucket.

I've had a Husqy 350 for a long time and just ordered an Echo 6210-pw because I need a bigger saw. The 350 has been a great saw but it's near 20 years old and too small for my current needs. I'm not loyal to any brand and own products by Stihl and Red Max too. The biggest issue I've had is...

Lot's of small towns in southern middle TN. I've lived in north AL most of my life, so I've to quite a few places in TN. We will be living on our place in a few months. I'm very hard on my Branson every weekend. I've never run out of power, just traction! As soon as I get time, I will fill...

Welcome! I'm sure you'll love your Branson like I do mine. I'm to the east of you near Petersburg.

The DH Atlas rotary cutter and box blade I got new in March are losing the paint. The rotary cutter is losing paint on top of the deck and store it inside a shed. I expect it to lose paint on the sides when it rubs everything. My DH Sunshine grapple, also stored inside, is showing rust in a...

I have a 4820R with the BL200 loader. It has plenty of capacity. I caught the grapple on something cleaning up brush. It lifted the rear of the tractor and a 6' heavy bush hog off the ground easily and very quickly. I had a couple of warranty issues (hyd leak and fuel leak) and the dealer...

This is done with vehicles too. Years ago, I worked for a diesel engine manufacturer. They made an engine for use in there trucks and sold the same engine to another manufacturer for their trucks. The company that bought the engines and resold under their name insisted on more hp and torque...

I paid the stupid tax too. Being a new tractor owner, I did not notice one of the levers that locks the QA had opened up. I had the grapple mounted at the time. Then I noticed the grapple was hanging funny. One side had come loose. It would not reattach. I twisted the QA mounting plate. I...

I just got the Dewalt pole saw and used it for the first time. What a work out! Maybe I'm just getting old. The battery will do more work than I will in a day. It works great.

Mine shifts just as easily through the ranges (A-B-C-D) as it does through the gears (1-2-3-4). Both have the "H" pattern. I mostly use the A or B range when working. If the tractor hangs up on something, it power to easily spin all four tires. Adding tire ballast is on my list to do.

Branson does a poor job with the web site. It's way out of date. The brochures have not been updated either. They updated the model numbers to be closer to the HP when Branson made some upgrades to the tractors, like the 4 speed range. The backhoe is now the BH200 (7.5" digging depth). The...

Also consider where the tractor sits on the trailer so most of the weight is on the trailer wheels with the proper tongue weight. Unfortunately, with my brush hog with the tail wheels folded up, it puts the tractor tire on the front set of trailer wheels and I have too much tongue weight. I...

Buy more trailer than you think you need. I have a 20' 10k similar to the one in bdog's post and wish I had a bigger trailer, but it's what was available. It was $3500 in March, but prices.... You will find ways to fill up the trailer, no matter what size you get.

Honeywell manufactures most of the thermostats. Any standard heat pump thermostat can replace the T855. Unless you want to program the times/temperatures, a simple non-programable Honeywell is a good value. Trane purchases some of there thermostats from Honeywell and puts their name on them...

I have a Darrel Harp HD box blade and Atlas MD685 rotary cutter. They are made heavy, but have minor issues. They do not pay attention to details. The ripper adjustment is difficult to use. Grease zerks on the rotary cutter broke off when I tried to attached the grease gun the first time. I...

When my FIL passed, my wife inherited his Harley. Then we found out he never registered it in his name. The title was the previous owners. Since we don't ride, we decided to sell the bike. It was a nightmare to resolve the situation. We had to do a lot of paperwork and get a Bonded Title in...

Welcome to TN! Our property is in southern middle TN. Enjoy your new Branson. I have.

I recently purchased my first tractor. I went through the same process-deal was made with a handshake and signed the paperwork upon receipt. During the time I was waiting for delivery, I had buyer's remorse as well. Did I spend too much? Should I have gone with another brand? Is it big...

Wife and I got the J&J yesterday. Today we both feel like we have the flu and bad headaches.

I went with this dealer because he took the time to talk to me. He answers my calls and texts. Midstate Turf is about 100 miles north of my place. They do a high volume and pass on the savings. The price was better than a comparable MF 2750e, Kioti DK4510 and LS XR4150. The Branson beat the...

I have the N/A A2300 in my Branson 4820R. Same engine as the T494. I would not have minded a little more PTO hp, but the 4820R was available and the 5520R (same engine as the T574) was not in stock. I have enough for a 6' MD rotary cutter. It seems like a solid engine. I do not think adding...

It's a 2021. Delivered on March 22. I got it from Midstate Turf and Tractor in Springfield, TN. I also purchased a grapple, bush hog, box blade and equipment trailer.

I just got a 4820R with the BH200 backhoe, BL200 loader with tooth bar, 3rd function and 2 rear remotes for under $33k. I had to pay extra for delivery, but I got a free hat! There wasn't much negotiation-too much demand right now. Did not include 1st filters or a grease gun. Get a kit of...

I had my dealer install the kit from Branson on my 4820R when I purchased the tractor. The option was about $850 for 2 rear remotes. My dealer said the only place to get the parts is from Branson. When I made the deal with the dealer, he had the tractor but not the rear remotes or 3rd...

My wife and I are working on deal for a Deer Valley modular. They seem well built, a lot better than the spec houses thrown together by contractors. Like 2x6 exterior walls and more insulation. Contractors here might get started on a house by the end of this year at 50% more than the modular...

I would be concerned with the surface of the pipe. Rebar is not smooth like a pipe wall. The pipe may “slip” in the concrete. The ridges in the rebar helps with tension with in the slab.

I got to play with the backhoe today. Although I’ve operated industrial equipment in a past life, I can see a bit of a learning curve. I’m surprised at the power of the backhoe. I have a small shed to store the tractor and implements. I’m trying the Fresh Cab. Once the house is ready, we’ll...

I agree with crashz. Determine what and how you will use the tractor. Then test drive both. I went with the 4820R with a 16x16 shuttle. I will be bushhogging a lot. For the other tasks I've used the loader for, clutching and shifting the direction lever was not an issue. The tractor can be...

That’s an awesome idea! And one more thing to add to my project list.

My new 4820r is the same. I had to hammer out the pins to fold the rops to put in my shed. My dealer said he has the same problem but it will get better with use. The inside of the hole on mine is powder coated. When the powder coat is removed I expect the pins to go in and out properly.

I’m going to be grinning a long time. Unfortunately between the weather and a truck that needs work and a full time job, it’s going to be several days before I get to have fun with it.

I’ve been in the same situation. I’m an engineer (licensed professional). Mentally, I do not find my job fulfilling. I push paper most of the time. Financially, the job is very fulfilling. I got my new tractor yesterday. My job allows me to take care of my family, which for me is the purpose of...

The ROPs was down because my shed door is only 7'. I'll ALWAYS operate with the ROPS in place. My shed is just in front of the tractor. Thanks for the reminder!

Yesterday, I got my new Branson. It's a 4820R with a BL200 loader and BH200 backhoe. I chose it based on the specifications, price and intangibles, like my impression of the quality and dealer. Thanks to Lance at Midstate Turf and Tractor!

The Branson factory 3rd function is a diverter, not a true function, if it matters. I went with the factory setup, but if it doesn't work out, I'll replace it with a true 3rd function valve.

I will be getting a new Branson on Monday from Midstate Turf and Tractor in Springfield, TN. Lance is great to work with and will make what ever package you want. He is not the closest dealer. The Kioti dealer in Murfressboro is 40 miles from me. They seem pretty good too. I agree with the...

I will have a new Branson 4820R TLB on Monday. I looked at all the brands. The dealer makes a big difference. When the green and orange dealers are too busy to talk to you to sell a tractor, how will they be for service or parts? I talked to a couple of MF dealers. One would not quote the...

It's a vertical webbing 2" or 4" thick for holding material in place. It can go on top of the geotextile. Here's a link, but there are multiple brands. https://baselok.com/geocell/

I'm considering using a geo-cell that holds the crusher in place. Has anyone tried it?

1 ton = 12,000 btu/hr. 1 ton can cool from 300-750 square feet. It's worse to oversize your air conditioner than underside. If the unit is too large, the unit will short cycle-while the air will be at a good temperature, the unit doesn't have time to remove the moisture from the air and your...

An option similar to a mini-split is a Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) system. It has one outdoor condensing unit with multiple indoor units, which can be controlled independently. These systems are very efficient, but not as efficient as ground source. However, the cost of a VRV system is...

Number 15, We are in a similar situation. We have 75 acres in southern middle TN. Yesterday, I worked out a deal for a new Branson 4820R with backhoe, rotary cutter, box blade and grapple. I cant wait for it to be delivered so I can start working so we can build. I research a lot of tractors...

Yesterday, I worked out a deal on a new Branson 4820R with loader, backhoe and attachments. Their financing company requires insurance. It will be on land we own but in a different state where we are moving to next year. My current home owners policy will not cover a tractor stored/used out...

Hi. I'm Joe. My wife and I are getting out of the city and moving to the country. I'm still looking but haven't made up my mind on what to get. Thanks for all the information provided here. Joe