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It isn't a forced closure. It is a buyout offer. So yeah, it is something new. As for Buick, they still sell to someone guess it isn't you. I wasn't trying to pee in your cornflakes just posting some information I found interesting. If nothing new for you, feel free to ignore the post.

I found it interesting that Buick is offering to buy out dealerships in rural areas because they will only be selling EVs in the future. That does not align with what the gov't is trying to sell. They must have a concept of the future that isn't totally aligned with what is being pushed. I...

FWIW, I have seriously considered a 3 or 4-year-old Leaf as a commuter. 65 miles round trip for me and 70mph most of the way. I have limited knowledge but I am factoring: -80% battery health when purchased. -95° in the summer and -mid-20s in the winter will significantly shorten the charge...

I once saw a test comparing the carbon footprint of the Hummer to a Prius. The Hummer won 2:1 because of the Prius batteries being built, the Prius lasted 1/2 as many miles, and the Prius battery disposal had a significantly negative impact on the score. (Maybe Hummer did the test but it...

This may be my last communication so carry on.

Maybe on some small lathe but they endure heat. As for grief, I guess you are saying side pressure but that is exactly what a lathe tool does- apply side pressure. If someone has a $200 mini lathe you may well have a point. My experience is with Leblond and Clausing lathes up to 25 hp and...

Most bits in a machine shop are made of M2 commonly known as high-speed steel or HSS. My experience is mostly TIG welding. Stainless sticks to almost anything. My guess is that you won't be happy with the result as keeping both pieces aligned will be difficult. I might spend my time looking...

Good info here. Blue chips are bad unless using carbide cutting tools. I have a few years working in a machine shop where we drilled water lines in tool steel with HSS bits. Speed and keeping a hole straight were critical. I use a cheap paintbrush and load it with coolant. (keep a small pan...

Good to know. I will avoid those. Not if it has a shelf life of years when it gets to the store in months. And you are still interjecting opinions without any knowledge, facts, or comparisons. Please continue discussing other batteries, but I have nothing else to offer. This thread is...

It sounds like an opinion to discredit HF or my comments and not based on facts. Energizer claims a ten-year shelf life and has manufacturing facilities in the US, Indonesia, Singapore, and China. If HF's shelf life is 1/2 as good, then paying 75% less is still an excellent deal, and for all I...

I ran HD energizer AA batteries and HF (best brand, $5 for 24 when on sale) in my trail cameras and they both lasted about the same amount of time, 6 months. That isn't a perfect experiment as one camera may have taken more pictures. But the price difference is a no-brainer for me. I have...

I like the fans. Please share what they are and where you found them. BTW, don't listen to the politics, I appreciate you sharing your pics. We were given a place to discuss politics and guns on the front porch. We have a neighbor that we must pass to get to town with 2 large dogs. They...

My apologies as well to the Op but in this case, worthwhile. Good luck and be safe.

I read that a vote took place or was supposed to take place regarding a desalination plant. The article stated that they expected the bill to die because of the environmental impact of sealife. I agree though that under the circumstances, this should have been started 10 years ago.

The purpose of the fuse is to blow if there is excessive resistance that could become dangerous. Better the fuse than catching fire. Putting in a higher fuse is literally making it worse. I don't know the size of the motor but I would be surprised that anything over 15 amp on a SXS is worth...

There are reasons why a wire gets hot. A small battery is not the issue. Most likely, the wire is too small in diameter, too long or both creating more resistance thus the heat. This is not a normal or safe situation, especially where a fire can break out while fueling. It might be a...

Hustle 2 cheap sets of bed rails on C'list. Get enough to build the frame and the supports. With that low profile, you can hustle what material you can find. I would think you could come out under $150 with a little patience. If your friend has a brake, then he probably has all you need to...

One last thing, I have buying most of my smaller AGM batteries online. I've had good luck with Legend batteries for golf carts, vehicles, RV etc from NAPA. If you are comparing online, weight is a very good indicator of what is best. More lead = a better battery IMHO.

I am no expert but it sounds like something is dragging them down. Alternator going bad or a drain somewhere else? At the least, I guess I would start checking the amperage weekly. I keep my trachoe and SXS on a battery tender year round so while it is a good idea for everyone, I don't...

Most here may already know this but for those who follow later on: If you add a 2nd battery to a vehicle, you must use 2 new or nearly new batteries as a matched set. As the old battery begins to fail, it will suck the life out of the new battery. this will leave you in a pinch with 2 dead...

You can find a cheap kit (less than $10) on amazon or at Walmart. I frequently travel where there is no one but me to fix a battery or tire issue so I keep a toolbox with essentials in it. I keep it in my Jeep most of the time but can easily move it to SXS when needed. Others have different...

I changed out my OEM for this. I am not an expert but happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SK57CCJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Sounds like you have a good plan. Time flies and you will have it all soon enough. BTW, I got $400 for my OEM tires/wheels and they sold pretty quickly-someone with a smaller ATV wanting to upgrade his ride. That might take some sting out of the project cost. I kept mine for about a year...

I went up about 50% bigger CC amps on my Pioneer. I moved it from the passenger side to the driver's side. It fit inside a plastic ammo box. I cobbled some brackets and re-routed the wires. Some have purchased two same sized batteries and connected them. Others have added a battery...

I think you could not have done better. A pistol is what you use to get to a rifle- check Call 911 and let the LEOs do their thing- check This isn't made for TV stuff. You don't have live with the darkness of taking another life. You avoided the risk of hiring a lawyer or worse yet, getting...

Rdrcr, Just thought about one other thing. Maybe you are aware but for anyone looking here, tire weight/size is going to have some negative affect on torque and take off speed. Some may not matter and maybe it doesn't. I don't know how the 520 is set up but it was hotly debated with our...

Hey, Yep that is one that I looked at. So thank you very much. Not too difficult to do but I would not have tried it without the assist. 😊 Lots of good guys and good info there-just like here. I was expensive though to see all the add-ons and options. I think the SXS was the downpayment...

It will be worth it. I learned to adjust the valves using them. Good to learn what does and doesn't work well at others expense.

If you are going stick with staggering like the OEMs, I doubt you would have an issue. When you go a lot bigger, then rubbing comes into play when turning the front tires so keep that in mind- but again, I don't think you are being too aggressive. If you want to have the ability to rotate them...

If I am buying wheels, then I am going up to 14". I would not buy wheels just to go to 14" for ride's sake. If you are buying wheels, then sure. Going to 14's open for more options. To many, it looks a bit better. I try to think about extremes when facing questions like this. Think of a 5"...

BTW, I keep this link handy for my SXS. I may or may not buy tires from them but a good resource for specs and options https://www.denniskirk.com/2021-honda-sxs520m2-pioneer-520.mmy

I have had Terrabites for about 3 years now and am very happy with them. I do not go on trails. Mostly gravel, dirt, and grass. these are 27 x 11 x 14s with ATI wheels on a 700-4 Rare use pushing snow with a plow but worked well with snow/ice mix. DOT approved if that matters to you. Guessing...

g'day mate

Joe Pickett is an excellent, family-friendly series on Netflix. Joe is a park ranger with a family that has moved to a small town in Wyoming. The gist is that there is something wrong going on and Joe is the only one interested in finding out what is going on. Very well written with some...

Yep. My oldest son can buy County Line, will do the maintenance, wash it after every use, and be very careful. My youngest will see an impenetrable obstacle and see it as a challenge. Not sure where the Op lies within those parameters, but all the information here should help.

I think the answer lies with you. Frequency and severity of use will help you decide. County Line stuff is adequate if you are a part-time user who doesn't push the limits of the implement. If you are a high-frequency user who works your equipment hard, then maybe go bulletproof.

Nailed it. Most everyone worries about HP when starting out (me included) when weight should be the first consideration. When working raw land, clearance or lack of it can stop you no matter the HP or weight. Once you think through it, it makes all the sense in the world.

No idea what type or size of these trees but 20' away might be too close. Hire out the initial work and then work with a SCUT. Too many hidden treasures and roots have won that battle with bigger equipment. You might want to do some research here and learn from what others have experienced with...

I bought a 38 Hp which has served me well for its intended purpose. I have cleared almost an acre of densely wooded land. I paid to have the drainage and roads finished as well as areas cleared that were too steep for a tractor. Now, I am entering the landscaping phase using a bucket and...

That might be difficult to find someone with that experience but hopefully, someone comes along with an answer. Meantime, I would go shopping online for used tractors to see if a Max24 has a 25B on it. If so, you could contact the owner to learn more.

Yes, stabilzing legs on backhoe. That was the last piece that I 'relaxed' for lack of a better term that expanded all the places oil could go. Towards the end, I also extended the bucket arms and backhoe arm as far they would go before settling them down on the ground. After shutting off...

I solved the problem for me last week. I absolutely could not get one of the connectors for the grapple to budge. It took me 30 minutes but steps 3 and 4 solved it. 1st Try Lowering the FEL and the backhoe to the ground. Shut off the engine: Jogged both joysticks to completely relax the FEL...

It appears to stop behind the lower tree line in various pics but it may be a coincidence. I think the spider web is a good guess but I like the idea of a dome. :unsure:

My trail cam takes a picture at 3 pm just to verify it is working. Here is today's pic. Beginning at 6:31 this afternoon this popped up. It happened about 3 more times. Does anyone know what this is? I looks like a dome or air blast. I am stumped and hoping someone will say, " oh, it...

If it is a tracker you seek Trackr is what I have used. You can set boundaries to set off an alarm. Not sure of price today but inexpensive for the 2 I have.

Thanks O for replying. Yes, i did tighten it as much as I thought I could. My main concern was teflon tape not being a good solution for this heat or this pressure so thought I would see what else would be better.

I have had a small leak at the oil filter seal for some time. Very slow and figured I would address it when I change the filter. But now I am seeing more oil on the ground. I traced the leak to what looks like a very small set screw (could be an NPT or some variant) that is near the bottom of...

SWEET! Enjoy.

I've been thinking about this as well. It seems that I need to drag along the entire shed with me when I do something. I leave a trail of tools it seems for even small projects. I want something on a small trailer that I can pull around with SXS and just roll it into the barn at day's end...

I am not there and you have the expertise now but I did wonder about making a slide hammer/drill bit combo IF the bit bites good enough. You could just add the hammer before drilling? anyway, you have a good grip on it and good luck.

you need an oversized corkscrew. best of luck

I am following this as well. If anyone could also explain how to cut out these ultra-high-tech RFIDs, I would like to learn how. They must be worth a fortune.

Thanks for including us along the way. I know its a lot to ask but a video seems appropriate for posterity. Asking for a family member of yours. :confused:

I was making a point that if he takes all the time to read these ideas, he won't have time to actually work on it. It was in jest for pete's sake!

if the Op wants to resolve this issue, he has long abandoned this thread. Lots of expensive or bad ideas (mine included). There are a lot of smart folks here but the reason for these rotten ideas is because it truly is a difficult problem to solve. It would be a great question to ask if you...

Geez, this is disappointing. I was REALLY hoping there were RFIDs hidden in money. Just looking at the plain old outdated ones, they are worth well over $100 each. I can't imagine what the secret, super-thin ones are worth. I do appreciate this and it completely explains why we are...

I struggled with how to sell a motorcycle. Not just because of the money transaction but if they wrecked, they could just walk away. I looked online and found that a guy showed up to test drive a bike and commented that he would leave the truck with his girlfriend inside. An hour later the...

Bill of sale works too.

I agree. I think marketing plays too big of a role in deciding what sells. My motorhome is an entry-level model. But it has automatic, hydraulic jacks and other useful things that made me buy this model. They all use the same appliances but it is how they cobble them together and what they...

I took an electrical class for RVs in 2020. There are many iffy things that go on with RV manufacturers and they are not regulated like automobiles. Until recently. they promoted running a frig on propane while you traveled. That was a great selling tool for sales and marketing. It sounded...

No, my manuf. was just being cheap.

Thought this might be of help to others. While living in an RV part-time to build a house, filling the propane tank is a 60-mile round trip (added cost) just to have hot water. I just installed an electric conversion kit and it is working great. Under a $100 and I can use propane if I need a...

Pity the next guy who joins asking a question about his new MF.

My last vehicle sale was at his bank. I watched the teller hand him the money, who handed it to me. I signed the title and the teller notarized it. Everyone walked away knowing what they had was real. Certified checks are easier to fake than money.

very cool. It is on my bucket list.

I have seen that as well yet a poll showed 90% of them are happy with their machines. Maybe the poll was stolen. I am looking out the sequel, "13 Mules" to verify.

If everyone does this, it will ruin the art thread. We might have to go back and discuss building materials.

yep, diy extension?

I agree as long as they have the same number of teeth and it is just a reference point to identify real cheap or real heavy items. I also agree it is best to buy where you can actually see if possible but that doesn't work for some in today's market. I wanted a 60" wide grapple due to weight as...

Cylinder brake hone up to 2 3/4"

I didn't find it easy to find the weight or material thicknesses of any brands. When I found the weight, I divided it by the number of teeth to try and compare when online shopping. I know upper and lower have different thicknesses but could at least weed out the ones that were too weak or...

Very interesting, indeed. I am guessing that drilling a round hole (bore) would have been much easier to machine than making a sphere perfectly round which allowed me to keep just a few steps behind you. ;) Sounds like what you are doing is working and will have it soon enough.

I am guessing that the bore is no longer the issue but rather the ball itself. How round was it originally and how much gunk has coated it? I might concentrate on filling the bore so whatever chemical you choose covers the entire ball and eats at the entire surface not just the current...

I have no idea whether this is good or bad advice but it is LOL funny. thanks for that.

I normally don't really worry about outcomes for posters with problems but you REALLY need to report back how you got this out. It is an interesting problem to have.

I agree. Gravity is your friend as is vibration. I would spray the heck out of it, flip it on the nose, tie it to the tractor and go for a drive. Find every bump and then retrace your steps. If you can think of something better to tap it or shake it, great- the tractor was the best I could...

Well, it makes just as much sense to discuss buying art when the topic is house construction but I just play on a plain chess board. That 3 dimension stuff is just beyond me so I just stay out it when it comes along. ;)

I spent some time in Germany and liked their highway traffic laws. No passing on the right side of a car and you MUST move left if a car comes up behind you. This prevents weaving and guessing that reduces wrecks due to fewer surprises while changing lanes. That was years ago, maybe that has...

I started this thread about 2 months ago. If I am remembering correctly, the cost of 12/2 and 14/3 has already jumped over 40% more since then. Lowes completely screwed up my online order and gave me a nice discount to boot so I don't have a receipt to show for it but thinking it was around...

I have a camera on my wife's car and have been thinking about adding one to mine. Problem is, you need at least 4. After 2020, I figured we would all be wearing body cameras by 2021 to CYA as we keep seeing random acts of violence.

May not make a difference to you but it is also been a ballast if you have been lifting much with the loader. You need to factor in the cost to replace that ballast if you need it.

So here is what little I know. Those who own the 500 series like the size to get in small places, including the back of a pickup truck. I think the new ones now have a dump cart which is great to have. Maybe best for hunting. Owners of 1000 series like turf mode where 1 rear wheel disengages...

You seem pretty focused on this term for some reason or else you have an issue with another forum member. Either way, I don't care enough to spend time debating this with you. Take it for what was said or means to you or ignore it. Regardless, this is an interesting company I would like to...

I bought one and the serial number is also my zip code. It's like winning the lottery except money left my wallet not the other way around.

This is a great article. I hope it can be replicated and proven in more trials.

Many reports have stated that oil company lobbyists have pushed to restrict high-speed trains using our rail system as other countries have been doing now for decades. I can imagine every oil company would use every means available to squash whatever comes along that would place them next to...

It is an interesting find. If it will just glow green, maybe there is a chance.

Sounds like you got what you needed. Hope it works well for you.

I have owned 5 or 6. Wife still likes them. Most are reasonably accurate. They put more into design and advertising that could go into a better product but my data is a few years old now. The best one was a compact 1911. Maybe common today but when purchased, a reliable compact was not a...

I scanned the posts here but still not sure if you have defined the goals of $, weight, and HP. I am sitting at 6000 lbs with loader, backhoe, and filled tires and 37 HP. I found it used last year for under 30k with 80 hours of use as a mower. FB has a 2638 group and seems like almost everyone...

I been cutting trees for the last 10 months. The last 8-10 are back leaning trees, all pines 60-80' tall. I have had good success with wedging. I can't find the link but I found it in an old pdf. link from the US forestry service. I honestly was not comfortable doing it but it worked. I...

tannerite and a .17 hmr would be the most fun way and probably fastest, and cheapest too.

Never thought I would say this but..........bump-fire from 50 yards out.

I want to respond to this but it is not on the 'Front Porch". Gas prices and who is to blame - on the Front Porch Once approved, please look at my response. I am interested in what you think.

It is a two-edged sword. If you act like a responsible citizen, then others may look favorably towards conceal carry in gerneral. But telling others is also setting up yourself for blowback if anyone should decide (for any reason- ex girlfriend, ex wife, angry neighbor or co-worker) can use a...

Just watched Top Gun/Maverick. Excellent movie. The fight scenes were awesome and the storyline paid homage to the original but added another chapter to it. No politics, no virtue signaling. Just entertaining. (Imagine that!) We will probably make a special trip to see it at the...

Not trying to change your mind but it should be noted that some states, mine included (NC), does not allow LT tires on trailers and the below is an explanation as to why. You can google many other sites that will verify the same results. To each their own, I doubt any deputy stops to check...

I used one for about 2 days. It cuts awesome but...........the spin rate and weight keeps that blade moving for a long time. I was in a heavily wooded area with lots of mountain laurels- stiff branches you cannot break. I was well aware of it being dangerous. I let off the trigger when a...

In case you missed it. Not many of these offered any more.

Yep, I have the grapple on now and I need ballast in the back. I just found some scrap tubing so I will cobble up something in a week or two. thanks for pic. That helps.

Just a guess but seems like the backhoe would weigh about as much or more than the firewood. I would test it first before spending the money or making the tractor work harder needlessly. Good luck.

Same here a couple of years ago. 5 quart jug of Mobil1 synthetic with old oil inside. I check just about everything these days. Sad but bet its about to get worse.

Yep, I get it. Personal choice.

I hate the cable version. It is difficult to keep the cable tight when winding it up. It springs loose like a coil and then herky-jerky. Honestly, I am OCD and prefer the strap. I keep a bucket over it so it doesn't get soaked when its outside.

Then why did you bring it up? ;)

I have a decent pair from HF, the foam is great but they continue to slip until to strap them down and cut off the blood circulation. :confused: They have since come out with another pair that are more of a brace that holds them in place. Feedback is very high with some mentioning it takes...

No, but I have had a few pairs and have a good set now. No matter the brand, those darn straps start to irritate me after a couple of hours. If someone prefers them then they should stick with them. I thought I would share how versatile this pad is for much of what I do without the back...

I use this at least a couple of times a week. It's a mechanics pad but I also use it as a knee pad in the house and out in the yard. Unless I am constantly moving, this is the best I have found as knee pad straps get uncomfortable after a while. I can also get about a 6' reach left to...

Well Oaktree, I've never been on a cruise and don't plan on going to one. The question was asked and I submitted a plausible but comedic explanation. (obviously the comedic part failed) And I would say your first sentence is a good defense of why someone might just go on a cruise to avoid...

Ok, I will bite. A nursing home for 2 is probably more expensive than a 1 cruise The view never changes The employees are not glad to see you There is no nightly entertainment Limited food and drinks The sea breeze probably smells better than many of the retirement homes I have visited.

Like everyone else, I have wished for a carryall that is handy, low to the ground, and out of the way. I have a backhoe that I need to keep mounted as ballast and started thinking about the square space on either side of the backhoe or just under it that is available. It isn't intuitive to use...

I did not say I hoped or expected it would return to previous prices. It was what I heard. I would be happily surprised if it gets within 50% of what 2x4s and OSB boards cost in 2020. One would have to live under a rock not to know that gas affects everything we do or buy. As this was a...

I have 'heard' from an unverified source that home materials will return to pre-pandemic prices before the end of the year. So this is giving me hope that it will come down to something more reasonable.

Watch one of these and you laugh out loud. Watch a couple more and it is sobering.

I can tell you how hard this would be but my 2638 OEM seat is the best seat I have ever sat in whether it be a car, truck, or RV. It is extremely comfortable.

Hey New Guy, I am not far down the road from you. Welcome and stop in once in a while.

And we much better understand your first post and real root cause of your frustration. The silver lining may be that it brought you here. While it is being fixed, I suggest you do some searching here. There is an enormous amount of good info where other sites are mixed. It will lead to a few...

Be aware. Conceal carry is going to become harder in the future and the future is apparently here. Just like the movie "Enemy of the State", AI can find an odd shape and determine if it is a gun.

Sad for the family. It would be great if it gave a little more detail so others could learn from it. I have had brief discussions where people want to cut down or remove the ROPS. We all do things that are risky and I guess we all pick and choose our own risk tolerance. Hope he didn't suffer.

I love it. I bet that bracket would hold more than the FEL.

You may be right and you have to buy into whatever solution you invest into. BTW, there are factors or numbers that affect this. (how far the top of the ROPS) is behind the axle makes a difference and more the better. Trading tractor or trailer may be the better option but were I stuck with...

Yep, the V10's are noisy. But they are bulletproof. When I was researching them, I found a report from a company looking to buy dozens of used Uhauls. They combed the maintenance records looking for the weakest links. And obviously, these were abused by the drivers but maintained by the...

OK, you asked for outside-the-box thinking. Find some ramps, or a hump, or make one with some dirt to see how high you need to lift the front wheels to lower the ROPS 4 inches. If it works on the ground then you could buy two sets of ramps bolting 2 together. This works in theory but you...

I bought a 32' class A back in '14. Ford V10 like all the other gasers. I have spent a fair amount of vacation time seeing the wild horses at the Outer banks to Savanna, Ga, and places in between. Lots of good memories with family. After 5 or 6 years, I started having some minor issues...

There are good reasons why beet juice or other fluids are put into the tires. Any weight below the axle is helping lower the center of gravity. The lower the better and nothing is lower than the lowest point of your tires. You don't have to unload it or move it. It isn't in your way and you...

I cannot remember the title of the tv series. It was on in the late 60's and came on Saturday. It was a spin off of StarTrec and even copied the floorplan of the USS Enterprise. I was about 11 or so. There were a lot of girls, mini-shirts and cleavage. I knew I liked all that a lot but no...

I think this qualifies.

check battery, needs to be at least 12.0 but better if 12.6 or higher check cables while there for corrosion Check safety switches like under your seat for starters. Please take a moment to report back. Others will help if you need it. Please save this as a favorite and report back so others...

and............just like that another one just in.

Yeah, I agree people should thank others but it boils down to if you are in need and don't want to join a forum then they probably won't return and may not even know where to return. When I see a new call for help, I at least look at the number of posts to see if they are a drive-by or an...

Light tap = drawing a 12 oz hammer to a 45° angle and allowing it to drop using its own weight Firm Whack = drawing a 16 oz hammer a hair past vertical using forearm muscle and a flick of your wrist Ass Whack = drawing a 2 lb hammer well past your ear, thrusting your pelvis, body weight, and...

channel 2 was CBS channel 7 was shared by NBC and ABC. Red Skelton on Monday night MaryAnn, I mean, Gilligan's Island Laugh In A few years later All in the Family Mash Love American Style on Friday night

There are times when English and metric overlap. It can be dangerous. There are lots of ways to size a bolt. At my Lowes or ACE hardware stores have these and you can buy them as well. Keep something close by. It will save you time and money the first time you force a bolt only to find out...

mini shelter?

I have heard others say to raise the bucket to its highest level,lower and repeat. I had the same issue and when I did it, it seemed to work but then realized that I had tilted the bucket as well. It doesn't cost anything to try it. I am not sure if there is any merit to this or not I only...

I have one property with 1.5 acres that is pretty flat. Corner lot, so lots of ditches. 1/2 acre fenced back yard and privacy fence around the pool. My 54" zero turn Cub Cadet does it in about 1 1/2 hours because it is slow-moving along the fence line and I have some rough area. All...

Congrats on the machine. Looks great. I think the 520 with the dump bed is a winner. You might check out HondaSXS to see what is going on with the limiter. Some knowledgeable folks there. I know my 700 was scheduled for a valve check at 100 miles and it was WAY off. Beware of others who...

1635 shuttle pto issues: the tractor and pto the tractor instantly shuts off and dash goes blank.

If it is functioning ok, I would follow instructions above and not be too concerned until you have a reason to be concerned. It may be the first time it was ever cleaned. We have a few here who think changing oil or doing maintenance is a waste of money.

When you install the lines, put them all on a very slight slope with one low point. Put a drain plug at the low point to drain the water when finished. After installation, jack up the pressure a bit higher than what you would use and turn everything off. Go around and listen for leaks. As...

I haven't seen anything like that since the first time I played Pac-Man.

BBB, I agree with your views on Mahindra tractors. Mine has been great. I have been watching multiple places for parts and it seems that most parts can be found if you are willing to hunt online or find non-OEM options. Good luck and be safe.

Yes, I am. I try to post something that helps, entertains, or benefits others but I do fail at times. Just today, I wasted 2 minutes responding to someone on a forum who looks to criticize others in hopes of bringing others down so they don't feel inferior.

and has 3 posts in 18 years. So, congrats, you are technically correct however, I didn't bother to look at the other 2 posts but clearly not a community member who gives or receives. I doubt he is aware that this has dragged on for 4 pages. So let me rephrase, not a thread worth spending...

Mahindra is the Taurus of tractors. Some people love them and get great service but there are a few who get the oinkers. I have been lucky with mine so far. My dealer is great and I keep up the maintenance. Hard to know who abuses them or ignores them. My service tech swears that 90% of...

If you cut it, you own it. There is something amiss. Either they installed some wrong parts or inverted something. The center post angle is proof enough to say something is wrong. A vague complaint may fall on deaf ears so I would find the manuf. spec for clearance. Call direct or go to their...

You may be right! or Maybe he is in the 9 out of 10 (according to my service tech) who owns a hobby tractor that never does any maintenance. or He overloads the bucket or He is an angry person that is difficult or All of the above or None of the above We simply don't have any other details...

It was a google image. It states that it is the same tractor model and same backhoe if I looked correctly...

Still looks wrong. This is what I found on google images. Look at the center link, yours angles down while this angles up. same tractor and loader.

That isn't a selling point for sure. Looks like an oversized backhoe retro-fitted onto a smaller tractor. Not saying it is, but it looks like something done to save the OEM from designing a proper one. Fits like a chicken's foot in a sock.

Sorry, you are having issues. I have a Mahindra with 200 hours on it and it works great so I was interested when I saw the title. Unfortunately, this is a rant to slam Mahindra from a newbie so I tend to ignore these drive-bys. Best of luck and hope it works out.

There once was a farmer from Limerick, I just read. You need lots of attachments, is just what he said. The tractor's the downpayment; the attachments cost more. All you need now is a giant-sized shed.

I bought an electric pole saw to compliment my chain saw. It reaches limbs easier when treetop is down or reaching up high. It also works in the rare event I hang my chain saw as well. I had greenworks batteries so stuck with same brand. Very good battery life and it keeps up with my echo gas...

I went with the $25 EZ top from a golf cart and $12 for rattle cans of paint.

That your staff believes that their goals will be met by meeting those of your clients. My dealer responds to texts and phone calls when I am out in the field in need of help and will find a way to help- not pass the buck or avoid the call.

No idea how desperate you are but I bought a 68" grapple recently in NC . Midstate in NC. made them and Big Apple sells them for $1799 as of February. 3/8" thick steel on top and 1/2" thick lower jaws. Mine is just over 500 lbs. Maybe they would ship to you. Mine is working great. Hope you...

Thanks RancherGuy. I appreciate the time you spent to help. The trolls are taking over so I am taking the good advice here and executing a plan.

I do appreciate your thoughts on saving money. That is what I am trying to do and you have given me some ideas as have others. Thanks. -

This post was a request to see if someone felt that buying a specific material to build a house now made sense as opposed to waiting 6-12 months. I could care less about being judged by what I own. Maybe a new thread for that on the front porch.

Not tractor specific, I just start at one end and go to the next joint, then find the fittings. And same for the backhoe. To your point, it reminded me of a post somewhere of a fitting under the hood for the steering column. I think it was the Mahindra FB group and the Op was complaining that...

Thanks everyone. I do have a house to live in and it is going up in value while I whittle at the new one. I agree, I don't have a crystal ball but copper wire is going up $5/250' currently every week here. I haven't ever heard of it going down over the years. As I understand it, Shanghai...

I have all the tools mentioned except a framing nail gun. I will be moving my wood shop to 1200 sq ft building in coming weeks. I have RV inside with septic and water now. Yep, it is a 2-hour round trip to the store. I have a cheap set of strippers, what is the only 'good' one? I am also...

So, I was supposed to build a house this year. I just finished phase one (well, septic, roads, and drainage) and am ready to start the actual build. With gas prices, inflation, supply-chain issues etc. it looks like the worst time in history to build something. I just read that Shanghai has...

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/maintenance-thread-for-mahindra-owners.446280/ It shows a 2638 but it might be the same with pictures. BTW, us Mahindra owners are the orange-headed stepchildren here. Hope you find this a helpful place and when you find something that could help...

An "L" or cut didn't help me trying to change a tire in the dark of night. I finally figured it out....after an hour of grunting and jumping on the tire iron. I guess they wanted about 50 years of data from Ford and Chevy before giving up that feature.

I have been through this now 3 times. I would find a place first before bringing it up. It was hard here to find openings and sometimes it is a small window of time to make a decision so be prepared. Understand that they are not obligated to take her just because she can afford it. They...

I get that you are venting right after wrestling the beast but even you admit that comparing them to JD's isn't fair. And as others said, JD has its issues too. Many tasks are tough the first time through and I suggest you give it a fair chance to perform in the field before throwing in the...

I found this 7" wide funnel at TSC with a large mouth that works well. I just set the spout to the side, they are worthless.

The comparison to a forklift is valid. The current downside to electric forklifts is that 8 hours of work requires 8 hours of charging. For a hobby or small farm, that isn't an issue at all. Actually the added weight is a benefit for a tractor as well.

Just saw the predator 212 cc engine for $119. Got an Apache 3800 case for wife's camera (on sale for $29) and some grinding wheels.

Apparently so! My mistake, LOL

I have been guilty of derailing a thread but how about starting a train thread so the HF thread is about HF stuff?

LOL, literally a derailed thread!

It would be handy to keep in your pocket if you had to measure gauge stock, angle iron thickness, or feeler gauge stock on a routine basis. Typically, there would be a small hole in the barrel where a wrench would spin the barrel to align it back to zero when fully closed. Sounds like a good...

If I am reading this calculator correctly, a 104 inch wide mower has to go 8.6 mph to mow 9 acres. That is no overlap, no turns, just a linear line. I don't know how fast commercial grade zero turns run but I suspect an experienced tech would say that running it wide open would shorten the...

What a great idea! Thanks for sharing this. I have a bad habit of tapping to foot brake and unlocking it without realizing it. This would make it much more obvious as well as easier to operate.

Just bought the compactor for $80 off with FB coupon yesterday. I did a section in the building this morning and was impressed. First time I was able to roll around my 32T splitter without digging trenches with the highway tires. Very happy if it holds up.

ok, useable energy

solar panels convert sunlight into energy. Batteries store energy. What is unique about Generac's approach is to use solar panels or sunlight as the primary source of energizing the batteries and your electricity is free so long as you have enough light/panels. The generator backs the up and...

I've been looking at Generac. Supposedly, they are to offer and combo at any time where you use solar power as primary and a smaller generator will charge the panels if there isn't enough sunlight to do it as preferred. Ad says it can fully charge within an hour but no other details that I...

great idea. I appreciate the comments.

No doubt a lot of truth to this saying above. Parallel to this, it has been stated that it takes, on average, 3 attempts to perfect a product. -The inventor develops the original and needs to get it to market to recoup the investments. -The Copycat sees a way to make it a bit better or simpler...

I have a couple of large, residential projects underway. Renting a compactor is $175/day and that doesn't mean you get it when you need it. So, anyone buy or use one from Harbor Freight? I am not going into business with it. I need it to last for 20-30 hours. Ratings and YTube channels...

Point Roberts, Washington. Only accessible on land through Canada. The Oregon Treaty settled the border dispute without realizing there was land just south of Canada below the 49th parallel Covid border restrictions nearly decimated the town over the last 2 years as food and goods could not...

Does anyone know why they can't make a flat tow, electric vehicle? There is a rather large number of boomers who travel in motorhomes that would jump on them if available. There are only a very few that can be flat-towed today and it is nice not to deal with parking a dolly or trailer when...

I feel for the family but I blame the Dad. There is not a good reason for letting the kid drive under all of those circumstances.

Thanks for correcting this. I went to tractor supply and typed in premium oil and didn't see that this was even available. I corrected the picture and sorry for the distraction.

Fear, not those who don't like it. As written, we won't stop changing our clocks until spring of '24. Software companies will be given time to rewrite their software for airlines etc. to stop the madness. No doubt the USPS and IRS will struggle with these inconsiderate deadlines.

I don't know about your tractor but it is very common to have the same fluid for tranny and hydraulics. Below is a commonly used oil but again, do your own research to verify what is correct. It does matter. See if this oil meets your manual's requirements. Google your tractor and this oil...

Originally done in WW1 and restarted in WW2. It was to conserve energy. The concept that life slows down after dark is long gone. I think there are more people in my Walmart at 11 pm than at 11 am. Depending on your job and location, this may or may not be good. Why we keep doing it is...

If only I had known how to make spud guns back then. that would make an awesome drone killer.

Uhaul to WV is cheaper.

Dumbest thing since JARTS but I am not confident they can even do this one simple task without attaching a Trillion to it for some 'research' or funding for those without a watch.

Maybe you missed post #94. Supply<demand = inflation. Facts matter

It has been accurately said that low supply and high demand are the cause of inflation. But one has to dig more to find out why. For those who believe that it is Big Oil and their shareholders holding back, I would challenge you to read this. I blue board member just shot down his own parties'...

not the OP but for me: - Main reason, I don't have to take off the backhoe which I use frequently and also as a ballast - I can see better with it on the front - Easier to steer in a tight spot

The blue, co-op leader from W. Virginia jumped on JD and the board this morning. You can read it here to help you decide for yourself what the roadblocks are and who put them there. If they argue amongst themselves in public, it will put the focus on the real issues and help get them resolved...

i had the same problem. My bucket is 66" so I cut 2 pieces of 1x6 about 32" long each so it pinched the receiver so it won't move. No problem since then mounting it to the bottom of the bucket.

I once thought that way but never found a willing seller unless supply / demand was in my extreme favor. Most every company expects to make a profit on every unit sold regardless of new, used or a trade in. Consider a counter offer or move on. Good luck.