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Thanks! In 2021 I did about 50 posts using a rented auger, then setting and tamping the posts over many weeks. The result looked good, but it took awhile and was fatiguing. All the tamping, tamping, tamping was tough and left my hands ringing. After 3-4 posts I was done for the day. In 2022...

On springs and things: The second biggest frustration with the HD-8 has been the springs. The driver incorporates two long extension springs which, together with gravity, accelerate the ram downward to strike the post. You can imagine how I felt when the first spring broke while driving the...

I was able to drive most of them in straight this weekend. The difference was probably the wet conditions we have had recently. The ones that went in the easiest were also the straightest. The manual says, "Posts will drive into the ground much straighter using shorter strokes." I agree with...

The most frustrating part about using the HD-8 has been getting the posts to go in straight. First, it takes a little time to get the tractor in exactly the right spot with the post driver vertical in both axes, and because I'm working alone that means getting on and off the tractor a couple of...

Well, I'm sorry for taking so long to report back on what I've learned about operating the Shaver HD-8 on the SA-324. It has been a long learning process, and it has included some frustration along the way. I'll try to make a few useful posts (pun intended) over the next few days to share what...

Cool, I didn't know that.

Before I installed the post driver, I had a dual rear remote valve installed by the Yanmar dealer. The mechanic and I discussed that a power beyond was really the ideal way to power a post driver, but I decided to get the dual remote valve instead, in case I want it for other stuff in the...

Yes, after I finish a couple more posts about setting it up and operating it, I'll try to return to this thread in a few days or weeks after I get more actual use from it. It will take some time to be able to judge it fairly.

Assembly of the HD-8 took a little time and care. I bolted the base plate to the three-pt hitch mount in my garage. I couldn't do much more in the garage, or it would be too tall to drive out the garage door. I recommend thinking about where you're going to store it before you buy, and make...

I did a little research before I bought the post driver. I called Shaver and talked to (Adam?) about the limited category 1 concern. He gave me a measurement to verify on my three point hitch, and this made me feel pretty confident that I would have enough clearance. I also spoke to an...

Well, I took the plunge and bought the HD-8 post driver. I'll post some additional info here for anyone else who may be considering this. The plot spoiler is, it works and I feel pretty good about it so far. I just drove my first three posts yesterday so it is too early for a verdict, but I...

Thanks, I think those are all the right concerns. I see the Shaver HD-8 model requires only 3-4 gpm so it meets that spec. As far as the lift height, I'm not sure. A photo of the HD-8 makes me think it might be designed for low clearance, but I probably need to get the dimensions to see how...

Has anyone used a post driver (three-point mounted) on a SA324 or SA424? If so, which model did you use, and did it work? Thanks, I'm looking to put in many wooden fence posts around 5-6" diameter.

There are some break-in suggestions in the "Operation Manual" on page 8-2. Some of them make sense, but others are not really practical, like operating at low speeds for the first 50 hours, and avoiding heavy operations. I didn't have 50 hours of light work to do. Then the manual states that...

I ordered mine in August but did not get them for 3-4 weeks, as they had to make them. Maybe try John Bentley at johnb@earthandturf.com. He was pretty responsive for me.

I got the Earth & Turf forks which are designed for the Yanmar 210 loader (which is on the SA324/424). They were recommended by someone on the forum, and they are working great for me. They're fairly light and the forks are shorter than some, but the capacity is high enough and I wouldn't want...

My 324 idles around 1300 rpm. Is this about what the other 324/424 owners are seeing?

I'm glad there's a consensus that the hose replacement schedule is nonsense. However it's also disappointing because I would like to take the manual seriously, but statements like this make it pretty hard.

Another thing in the SA series manual that got my attention was the statement that hydraulic hoses, fuel hoses, power steering hoses, radiator hoses, and air intake hoses should be replaced every 2 years. What a needy tractor. Does anyone do this?

Thanks for the opinions. I've been trying to adhere to the manufacturer recommendations, however this week when I just had to move it in and out of the shed a few times to move stuff around, I could not get myself to warm it up for 5 min only to cool down for 2 min, when it only takes a minute...

The SA321/324/424 manual says to warm the engine for at least 5 minutes after start, before driving or using the implements. Longer than 5 minutes when it is cold. In one place it says to do this at 2000-2400 rpm. In another place it says to do it at half the rated rpm. Half the rated rpm...

Thanks! Below is a sequence of photos showing the diff lock linkage, which goes aft from the pedal, up over the transmission to the right side, and down into the differential. It sure is a lot of levers, rods, springs, and tubes! Not as efficient as the custom lever that sa324owner built, but...

I took delivery of the tractor a few days ago. It took me about ten minutes to get over the HST noise!

Well, I bought a SA324 on Saturday. It'll be delivered in a couple of days. I'm reading through the operation manual and I've got some questions which I may post on the forum, if I can't find the answers there already. sa324owner: I first drove the LS MT225S before I went to the Yanmar...

Can anyone give me an idea how the LS L3C19 motor (on the MT230, 235, and 240) compares with the Yanmar and Mitsubishi motors in reliability and reputation. Thank you, I only realized today that LS makes their own motor for these tractors, and for many of the larger ones. Also, how do they get...

I thought seriously about the YT235. But the dealers seem to be out of everything >25 hp, and they don't know when they will get them. Tire shortages and other problems are affecting many brands, but 25 hp and below are available. Also, the cost difference between 25 and 35 hp is big, like...

This is all great info. Maybe I'll just fork out (pun intended) for the Yanmar pallet forks, and use the Yanmar system as intended. I'm guessing that saves a few pounds on the FEL, which was their reason for doing this on the subcompacts. I'm sure their reason was not to squeeze a thousand...

Wow, I didn't realize the SA324/424 doesn't come with skid-steer quick attach. Some of the statements in their advertising imply that it does, like this one attached below. So what exactly do they mean by "YANMAR quick attachment system"? And how long does it take to switch from, say, bucket...

Hello, I'm new to the forum. After a year of looking for a used tractor, I'm in the market for a new one. I'm surprised at the price variation in Yanmar compacts from dealer to dealer. For example, quotes for a new YT235 range from $22k+ to $28k+. I'll let you guess which quote was from my...