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    Making gas cans great again

    By far, these are the best cans that I own. https://eagle.justrite.com/safety-cans/type-i-safety-cans Like many of you, I refuse to use the new plastic cans.
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    What did you buy this week?

    A new toy... ah, tool. :ROFLMAO:
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    Drone repair options?

    I had a Yuneec drone that I did the same thing to. Yuneec lets you purchase an extended warranty that covers accidental damage. I was able to purchase this after my “accident”. DJI may offer something similar. It’s definitely worth a call to them.
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    Bobcat E35 engine question

    Excellent! Thanks so much for your help.
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    Bobcat E35 engine question

    Does it have a dpf and need to regen periodically?
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    Bobcat E35 engine question

    I'm looking at purchasing a Bobcat E35 Mini-ex in the coming weeks from a buddy of mine. It's a 2016 model with the 33 HP engine. The engine is tier 4 compliant, but for the life of me, I can't figure out if it has a DPF or not. I know that it doesn't use DEF, so that's a positive. I looked...
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    Equipment security cameras

    Instead of 1 PTZ camera, why not mount 2 fixed lens wide angle cameras in opposite corners of the cab? I don’t know much about reolink, but they offer battery and solar operated cameras that would probably be suitable. Reolink FE-P - 6MP PoE 360° Panoramic Fisheye Camera | Reolink Official...
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    What did you buy this week?

    Another good source for flags is usually your congressman. I get 5x8 nylon flags for less than $25 from mine. You can have them flown over the capital for special events. And yes, made in USA.
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    Painting a House Exterior

    Check out the Sherrington Williams Emerald Rain Refresh product. Not cheap, but amazing paint. I used it to paint my house. 6 years ago. Recently, I had some boards that I needed to paint to match the house. Didn’t have any of the original paint left over, so I went pick up another gallon. It...
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    Is thirty years too long to keep a lawn mower?

    My push mower is 52 years old this year. It’s a Kee commercial high wheel mower with a thick cast aluminum deck. No sides on the deck, so it’s not for the faint of heart. Bought it when it was 14 years old from an older gentleman who had moved from his farm into the city. I gave him $125 for it...
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    Cool Nature Photos

    Great pic!
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    What did you buy this week?

    Looks like a cover shot for a Branson advertising piece. Beautiful!
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    Who still drives a stick in 2025?

    Yeah, so the 1999 model was a NB. The ND models are much more refined. If you can get past the ingress/egress, you’ll probably love it. I’m 5’9” and have no problems. My nephew, about 6’3” struggles. :LOL:
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    Who still drives a stick in 2025?

    Might I suggest this? Mazda MX5 Miata Quite a bit of fun.
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    Mowed a section of land on neighbors property

    As I told another member on this forum, I’m glad you’re not my neighbor. We would have problems.
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    Buying into the stock market

    I’ve mostly used financial advisors over the years with varying degrees of success. I’ve also done my own thing on occasion, and got lucky a couple of times, getting a much better return than any advisor ever got for me. Having said that, I value my financial advisor because he’s dealing with it...
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    My brother just bought a Mitsubishi d2500

    Not a whole lot of info on it. TractorData.com Mitsubishi D2500 tractor information Maybe someone on here has/had one at some point.
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    Dish TV signal to garage

    Assuming you already have some type of network connection at your out building, you could use a hdmi over wireless device. If not, direct bury cable would be best.
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    Touching Tractor Tribute

    Wow. Very cool.
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    Decent propane torch?

    Check this one out. https://www.masterappliance.com/master-propane-torch-head-pt-2000si/?srsltid=AfmBOopDxHceWQMhjiKOu9L1zT71tt9CtSMrZ0RgPBmoXMMJ2HBCOxuw You can get it on Amazon. It’s not your father’s torch, to borrow a phrase. Bought one 2 years ago. Definitely worth the price.
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    Landscape Rake to get gravel back onto road?

    I’ve got the same problem as you guys. About a mile of toad to maintain, and no good way to pull gravel back to the center. So tonight, I spent some time looking for alternatives to accomplish this. I found this. Hoelscher Commercial Products - SPIKE Watch the YouTube video. I don’t know what...
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    Who still drives a stick in 2025?

    Good looking ride!
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    Who still drives a stick in 2025?

    I'm late to the thread, but I got rid of my 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie about a year and a half ago and replaced it with a 2006 Dodge 3500 5.9 diesel dually with a 6 speed manual. I knew when I bought it that there was no way I was going to use it as a daily driver, so I started looking for something...
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    Historic winter storm ENZO

    So, I’m about 20 miles north of Lafayette, and it was 2 degrees yesterday morning. We didn’t get above 30 degrees all day, but it was tolerable from my home office looking out. :ROFLMAO:
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    South Louisiana Snow Pics!!!

    Eddie, I’ve done something similar to what you suggest with the 2” PVC. Instead of 2”, I had a 1” PVC water line coming up to a spigot, and a 3” around it. I punch a hole in the 3” PVC and elbow out to the spigot. The 3” PVC goes up past the elbow so that I can put a cap on it. I backfill the...
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    South Louisiana Snow Pics!!!

    This is something I never thought we'd be posting, but here we are. I've got 6-8" of snow out in the pasture in the Opelousas, LA area, and it's not over yet. We've got at least another couple of hours to go! Anybody got a snow plow they want to sell, cheap??? :ROFLMAO:
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    Cattle questions

    Glad to see there are some of you with Dexters. I have 9 of them. Great animals. I bought registered with the intent of selling off heifers and either keeping or purchasing steers. The plan is to butcher 3 per year between 6 couples. The first to be sent to freezer camp will be in March. I...
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    Small (tiny) combine - pull type - for grains?

    I really appreciate the heads up. I guess I won’t be doing any threshing in the shop! :unsure:(y)
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    Small (tiny) combine - pull type - for grains?

    So, full disclosure. I'm not a farmer and I'm not a fabricator, so don't laugh. :ROFLMAO: I'm a long time IT guy who spent some time on a friend's family farm in my younger days, with a strong DIY streak and a desire to be more self sufficient. I don't have any plans to sell grain, but am...
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    Small (tiny) combine - pull type - for grains?

    I spent time looking for something similar a few months ago. I’m not planning on doing much more than 1/3 to 1/2 acre, so it would be really hard for me to justify the expense of a pull combine. In the end, I decided to cut with a scythe and I’ve been working on building a thresher in my spare...
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    Zd1211 blades

    Interested. I’ll pm you for payment info.
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    I’d genuinely like to know what you think it’s worth. The price for a new one with 72” deck is $21k on the kubota website. Assuming you can get 15% off of msrp, the discounted price is $17,850. If you knock another 20% off of that, you’re at $14,280, which is slightly more than what I paid...
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    Generac or Koehler whole house generator?

    About 3 or 4 years. It’s got right at 1000 hours on it. I have another one that I picked up about 2 years ago for a nephew that has less than 15 hours on it. I can go out and flip the switch on either one and they fire right up. Amazing pieces of equipment.
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    Generac or Koehler whole house generator?

    If you want clean power get a military surplus generator - preferably an older Fermont unit. Some will do both single and 3 phase, but the load capacity will not be enough for your said needs. I have a mep803, and it is nothing short of incredible. You can stand next to it and have a...
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    You are right. The Bad Boy runs through about 2.5-3 gallons per hour, and I run non-ethanol. I know that without pics, it didn’t happen, so I’ll do what I can to get something uploaded tomorrow. ;)
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    That is one of the primary reasons for buying a newer machine. I couldn’t swing the cost of a diesel 7 years ago when we were getting ready to build the house. The other reason is that the Bad Boy is 7 years old, and unlike gravely, kubota, and Deere, I don’t know what the chances are that I’ll...
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    Okay, I just spent the past 45 minutes on it. It’s not even a close race compared to the Bad Boy. Even though it’s 25 HP versus 36 HP, it didn’t lug down near like the Bad Boy and the cut is so much better. I think my decision is made. Anyone want buy a 2017 Bad Boy Outlaw XP with less than...
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    So I have an ex-nephew by marriage that is a service manager for a kubota dealer and he ran the serial number for me. The unit is under warranty until May 2025. The service that was done to it was to drop the tanks due to contamination and to replace the fuel pump & filters. They’ll only drop...
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    Opinions on 2023 ZD1211

    Guys, I’m looking at replacing a Bad Boy Outlaw XP with 72” deck, 36 HP Vanguard engine with a ZD1211. My local dealer has a 2023 with 90 hours on it and they’re asking just under 15k for it. I asked why someone would have traded a machine like that with so few hours and the salesman said that...
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    2024 garden season

    Last year I ran a cable across the top at about 6 or 7 feet and used string and clips for my tomatoes. Works pretty well. They do the same thing with indeterminate tomatoes in hot houses. This is similar to what I use. Trellising Kit for Palram - Canopia Greenhouses
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    Buying a new tractor?

    I didn’t take his video to be bashing anyone. If his numbers are factual, then what he’s saying makes some sense. I’m surprised I didn’t see the earlier thread. I’m on the forum pretty much daily and enjoy the banter. Sorry for bringing it up. :rolleyes:
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    Buying a new tractor?

    I was on YouTube this morning and ran across this video from a few months ago. I found it very interesting and thought some of you who might be considering a new tractor might like to see it.
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    I need a new lawn mower!

    I have a Bad Boy Outlaw XP with 72” deck and 36 HP Vanguard that I bought new in 2017. It’s a great machine and I’d buy another without hesitation. My only complaint is the paint could be better. Bad Boy has a tire (I think called Raptor) that helps with traction without being too aggressive...
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    Ad Blocker

    Stop using edge. Run Firefox with AdBlocker and Privacy Badger. Much more secure.
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    Water heater recs please

    I hadn’t seen that. Thanks for pointing it out. There are other manufacturers, and I would certainly replace mine with another condensing model when that time comes. I'll have to check on warranty I guess, huh? :confused:
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    Water heater recs please

    I recommend you check out condensing water heaters. I have a 50 gallon propane model from Westinghouse that I installed 5 years ago. I’ve never run out of hot water, even with the dishwasher and washing machine going at the same time as taking a shower. Not inexpensive, but amazing. 97%...
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    Do I need a general contractor to build a house?

    Geteh, for someone to tell you "No, you can't do it" is a bit condescending IMHO. Self contracting doesn't mean that you're physically doing all the work. It just means that it's up to you to do all the scheduling of subs, materials delivery, etc. It also falls on you to pay the bills on...
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    Help, scammers attacking my email

    Unless you have accounts at any of those websites sending you password reset emails, I wouldn’t get too excited. You really have no idea of whether or not those password reset emails are being sent from the vendors website unless you check the email header information. More likely, those are...
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    Woodworking? Scroll saw rip fence?

    This would be my solution as well, but on the bandsaw. Put a stop on the backside and you get consistent cuts to the same depth every time.
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    Merry Christmas 2023

    Back at all of you From the heart of Cajun country!
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    Will UAW Strike?

    I know that it says initial quality, but look two lines below and it says problems per 100 vehicles.
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    Will UAW Strike?

    I haven‘t read far enough ahead to know if someone pointed it out yet, but this is not an initial quality report, per se. It’a a report of problems per 100 vehicles. According to the chart, Ram is the most trouble free. Compared to ice vehicles, Tesla ranks in the bottom 3, with only Audi and...
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    Help !!! Fire Ants !!!

    Try Extinguish Pro Plus. It’s a two part bait that lasts for several months. Takes a few weeks to really take effect, but once it does, you will be happy with the results. Broadcast 2 pounds per acre for best results. Edit: I use bifen too. Extinguish only every couple of years. Bifen every...
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    Pallet forks

    The frame is US manufactured. Forks, probably not.
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    Pallet forks

    Titan has the receiver tube, plus mounts for hay spears - Palletforks.com. 48” and 4000# model is currently on sale for $705 with free shipping. It is back ordered for a couple more days.
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    Any bourbon aficionados here?

    Age definitely makes a difference. For you guys that have money to burn, search for a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle 23 year aged. I just found it for $5300. :ROFLMAO: The only reason I know about it is because my nephew flies a bunch of rich guys all around the country. One of his frequent...
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    What's it worth?

    I ran the numbers on kubota’s website before buying it, and that was what I came up with. Definitely influenced my decision.
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    Any bourbon aficionados here?

    Garrison Brothers is a good one. Comes from Texas. A little pricey. Woodford Reserve - my go to. Makers Mark - my old go to. Ice? We don’t need no stinkin’ ice! ;)
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    What's it worth?

    Thanks for the tips sixdogs. So far, I’m quite happy with my purchase. It’s small enough to be nimble in the garden, and big enough to handle the remaining projects around the property - at least the ones I know about for now. ;)
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    What's it worth?

    i hope your kids don’t think like that! :ROFLMAO:
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    What's it worth?

    Well, not having a tier 4 machine to deal with is worth it in my book. I know that there are folks on this forum that are okay with them, but I've had two, and I'm not impressed. I've made my living in technology the past 38 years, and I just don't understand why anyone thinks that every...
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    What's it worth?

    It told me it's non-binary and the preferred pronoun is it. :ROFLMAO: Okay, here's a couple more pics from home. It's a nasty day here, so they aren't much.
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    What's it worth?

    So I had to give the full asking price, but it’s mine. Thanks for everyone’s input. Anyone looking for a 2014 JD 5085e with 2000 hours? :)
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    What's it worth?

    Some tractors, like the JD 5085E that I currently own, have a selectable 540/540E PTO. Instead of 540 PTO RPM at 2200-2300 engine RPM, you get 540 PTO RPM at 1700-1800 engine RPM, resulting in better fuel economy and less noise. Because you lose horsepower at the PTO when using 540E mode, not...
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    What's it worth?

    So, I went out to look at the tractor in person this afternoon. It is every bit as clean as it looks in the pics. It appears that there is a creep gear kit available, but I need to verify this with the dealer tomorrow. I've found posts of folks that have installed the kit in M7060, but none...
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    What's it worth?

    If it were just the tractor, then I would agree that $32-33 would be fair. The tractor is 10 years old, and yes, it's out of warranty, but so are both of the other tractors I've owned in the past 7 years. I think it's reasonable to believe that it will be a viable machine for at least another...
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    What's it worth?

    Hi guys. I've got a dilemma that I'm hoping you all can help me with. I've often read on this form that "no one ever wishes they had a smaller tractor", but I have to say that I'm in that position. First, let me give you a little background. I have 12 acres of what was once a small cattle...
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    Home Building Questions - Propane - All electric - Fireplace

    The Westinghouse propane condensing water heater that I mentioned in a previous post has two PVC pipes connected to it. One is the exhaust pipe, but the other is an outside air intake. I agree that a conventional NG/Propane water heater could be a problem inside the envelope of a highly...
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    Generators, sizes and fuel options?

    Based on what I know, I have to disagree about the MEP804. The 802 and 803 units have built in controls to switch from single to three phase. I have an 803 and can attest to this. The 804 does not have that ability, and rewiring it is questionable. Here is a link to a recent discussion on...
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    Home Building Questions - Propane - All electric - Fireplace

    We finished building our retirement house 4 years ago and went with propane for the fireplace, water heater, stove, and dryer. I have absolutely no regrets with any of them. Like others have already stated, there is no crystal ball to know what the costs of different types of energy will be in...
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    Generators, sizes and fuel options?

    I have to agree with the recommendation for the military gen sets, but nothing larger than 10k. The 15k units are 3 phase only, and rewiring them for single phase isn’t worth the hassle. I have a MEP-803A which is 10k single or 3 phase switchable. It sips less than 1 gallon per hour at full...
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    RTA (ready to assemble) Cabinets Any experience?

    Rtastore dot com They have what you’re looking for, but we used their preassembled cabinets for our barn apartment which we lived in for two years while we built our house. Prices were reasonable and they typically run sales. I seem to recall that we got free shipping too. Good quality and...
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    Is anyone here familiar with scaffolding?

    An articulating man lift would most likely work, even with the deck and terrain issues. https://www.unitedrentals.com/marketplace/equipment/aerial-work-platforms/boom-lifts/articulating-boom-lift-60-ft-4wd-gas-or-diesel-power-available The ability to reach out and over would allow you to work...
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