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Trying to replace the hydraulic valve and the welded on 1/2" NPT male thread fitting broke off. Where can you get a weldable female flange to replace this poor design? I have tried Surplus Center. It is on the rod end so it is for the return of the ram.

I don't have a tractor storage area yet and won't this winter. Anyone have some suggestions on a tractor tarp/car cover to help keep it decent this Fall/Winter. I don't have freezing here if that makes a difference. I have a Kioti 3510 with loader.

Make sure to check the torque on the loader bolts, 7 on each side. They are M14-9. I checked mine after seeing the split lock washer on two of them loose. Retorqued all 14 to 125 ft. lbs. All were a little to a lot loose. I have 22 hours on my new Kioti 3510 SE and all of it is with the loader...

Have any of you utilized the existing hydraulic power on the Kioti SE models or added it to models that don't come with it? If so, the couplings are 1/2" and I am considering bushing them down to 3/8" simply to eliminate stiffer and huge hoses for something like a set of TnT cylinders that I...

I have owned a Kubota L4850 shuttle shift, L48, L3830 HST and L3940 HST. The L4850 was a 5 cylinder and loaded with power. The L3830 HST was my favorite. I am looking at Kioti hoping to get a better price than what I am seeing with Kubota. Just got a bid on a CK 3510 SE HST for $24,495 with...

Jim was a fixture here just like MChalkey. Jims old post on the "No Joy Joy Stick" was one of my favorites. Thanks for the time Jim.

I have a older cabin in the Lake Tahoe area. We get pretty intense snow loads, this winter we saw more than 630" of snowfall. The downside is that it really takes a toll on structures especially those that are questionable to begin with. The footing is super solid, the concrete block stem wall...

I am donating my F250 not so much because I'm a good hearted person but rather I think it would be a disaster for anyone who bought it to try and get the thing in shape, 1. steering wheel bearings out 2. glow plug module out 3. front end springs totally shot 4. Horn/cruise control a mess 5. glow...

My wife is a cop, she uses a 40 cal. Sig Sauer. Me, I know which end of the gun to point where to ensure that I have a fighting chance. I backpack and would like a smallish, I think 9mm because I have a ton of 9mm ammo and its cheap from what I hear. I have read posts here that deal with this...

We are in need of a walk behind self propelled mower in the 36" or bigger category. I used one some time ago, a Toro that was so, so. The problem it had was the control of the turning via tensioning the belts by a pivoting bar. Awkward at best. Any comments about brands you have used and can...

I am in the process of doing some PEX plumbing. It will be my first attempt with PEX although I have done considerable copper water lines. Any plumbers out there that can lend some advice on which system is the way to go? I have seen the type with plastic fittings with a tool that expands the...

I was talking to a buddy of mine about getting a motorcycle. He is an avid rider. He was pretty excited for me and was telling me about the progress they have made in motorcycle safety particularly from a German company. He even sent me a link to this site that clearly demonstrates how effective...

I am aware of a couple of brands like DR and BCS, does anyone have recommendations on some other brands, comments about them. I am looking at the larger models with as much HP as possible. Thanks.

You know after all these years, I still do not know where to post something like this. My Ford 92 F250 7.3 IDI diesel is really getting to be a sorry mess. I do not need a truck this large and quite frankly, a Toyota Tacoma size truck would be OK. My main concern is fuel economy. I want to get a...

It seems every year I hard boil the Easter eggs (can we say Easter still?) the shells become glued to the stuff on the inside. Since there are so many smart people here, do you have any secrets for making that not happen? Thanks in advance.

I keep thinking some company like CAT, Bobcat, CASE would build a compact tractor with some quality industrial steel. When I look at our CAT 236B skid steer everything is made of steel that is so much thicker than anything Kubota, Deere, New Holland Massey etc make. I want a compact with steel...

After seeing some of the enlightening posts on health care especially those of moderator Bird, I must take up the mantra of serenity now, serenity now. Thanks moderator Bird for your passion. RaT!

Wherever you live and decided to move to another country, what other country might you consider? Myself, I have always been mesmerized by New Zealand even though I have never been there. The pictures I have seen are spectacular. I have also heard that countries like Yugoslavia are incredible...

The harvest return L3940 with a LA 742 loader with QA arrived. I installed the grapple itself to the old CAT bucket we already had, the hydraulics were done by the dealer. The tractor is very nice, the HST+ is very enjoyable especially the auto throttle. My question to anyone with a set of...

Do you know if CAT skid steer quick attach is the same as Bobcat and I would then assume it will fit the Kubota QA setup? I have a CAT bucket to put on a Kubota with grapple setup.

If you have a L3940 or similar with either R4's or R-1's, can you tell me what the height is with the ROP's folded down? What the approximate rear wheel width is? Thanks.

Anyone using one? What is the manufactuer? How much does it weigh. Did it take away significantly form the load lift ability. I ask because my association is buying a used L3830 HST and they have opted for a grapple system to pick up brush. I have not used grapples, only 4N1's. They have asked...

My association is going ot purchase a used compact tractor. I once owned a L3830 HST that was superb. I sold it because I downsized in property. I am now looking at a used (harvest tractor), a L3830 HST or possibly a John Deere 3520 that is available in HST or shuttle. My question is this, is...

Our association is buying a used "harvest" tractor as they call them here. Our choice is a used 3520 in hydro or shuttle shift or an equivalent in a Kubota HP wise. I have not investigated Deeres in many years. I looked at the 4310 prior to a tractor purchase back in 2004 I think it was but...

Anyone with knowledge about camera surveillance systems? Specifically about a 4 to 8 camera type system that I suppose would be of the digital recording type (like your home DVR) I need to protect a clubhouse where I live from those who would otherwise do something they would not do if they...

I have to redo some poorly done plumbing under my house. I wish I had a picture or two to share to aid in relating the issue. My question is this; for a 4" drain line that is actually in the dirt under my house about 6" I need to tie in 3 feeding 3" drain lines coming in from various directions...

I used one many decades ago when my family rented one for camping. Any thoughts about these today? I know they have improved from the 60's when I was last in one for camping. Walked in a new model and was very impressed. Thinking about one for my wife, son and me. Any thoughts or models that...

Is it just me? Am I one of the lucky few that when I select "top posters" get smiley faces etc.? I was just curious if retired Bird still held the top or if "works to much" Chris AKA Soundguy had surpassed him.:)

I need help understanding something here. This goes beyond my ability to comprehend. I try to be open about it but it just ain't happening. My mind tries to say its OK, its a bit freaky but hey, I mean Rap music sells, people buy PEOPLE magazine to see what some freaks are doing with their...

Not coming around here much I don't know if you guys have seen this, but heres a link to a pretty cool lady.... http://www.militarytimes.com/hancock

Google has not been much help. Any other ideas? I need diesel pump on/off solenoid, seat assembly, some orings or gaskets.... thanks, RaT....

Interesting to see what it takes to close a post here at TBN anymore (ie. costume thread). Its just not for me anymore. I have enjoyed many folks comments here over the years. I'll check my messages now and then, but really have little to contribute since going tractorless (although I am using...

Any ideas for a costume party I am being ordered to attend? Dress up as a woman, a Q tip, etc.... any ideas?

What do you guys do to keep up your wood floors? In the old days we would use Johnson's paste wax and then buff it out with our old 2 polisher wheel machine. Do you still do it like that? Any advice will be welcome. Thanks.

Our association needs a tractor to replace a beat up old 40 HP JD. Its sole purpose is to run a 72" flail mower. I want 2WD, no loader, just a simple mowing tractor. Any recomendations. 35 to 45 HP should be fine. The old JD we have is wonderful in some respects. A super 3 cylinder diesel with...

I need a couple of magnetic strip type locks for our clubhouse bathrooms. Any ideas on manufactuers? I tried a search but nothing was really right. Also, how are the cards programmed? I would really like a system that you can do from a home computer and card writer if such a thing exisits...

I need to cut the freon lines to my AC compressor to move it about 16". I am also pouring concrete to a completely different level then the little 4' X 4' slab it sits on so I will need to move it out of the way. I was told that if it has valves, I can pump it down thereby taking the freon in...

We must have a couple of guys (or gals) that have a B26 by now, whats the verdict? Overpriced B24? Outstanding, so so, what. Did I miss something during my vacation?

I never saw the "top poster" chingaderski here until today. The internet has certainly found a niche with many folks. I thought I was here a lot a few times a week. :p

I was trying to figure out which Clint Eastwood movie I have enjoyed the most. I really like the Dirty Harry movies but its the westerns he did I like best. My vote goes to Hang Em High although Two Mules For Sister Sara and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly are right up there. C L I N T E A S T...

Do you have any advice how to go about doing this? I know AutoCad is one of the more popular programs, are there others that are preferable? The drafting is primarily for myself, but want to learn and understand it. Thanks, Mark.

I have at least 3 maybe 4 Craftsman 3/8" ratchets in various stages of useability and 3, 1/2" ratchets. I am ready for something better, not necessarily SnapOn which I know is much better, but much more. Frankly my works not good enough for SnapOn anyway:p . Any recomendations on a quality...

They are out and looking for new nests in some parts of the country.

Anybody, anybody, if so, tell us about it.

I know nothing about this tractor. My neighbor is selling his for $13,500. Its 9X3, loader, tiller and 126 hours. Is that ball park? Is this tractor decent. I was thinking about getting it temporarily for the needs I have this spring and then sell it myself latter if this price is decent.

Our association has a 1.5 year old Craftsman GT 5000 that is wearing out quickly. The tin foil deck is just not tough enough. Who makes a 54" lawn tractor that is the toughest? A old Scotts mower sits in the shop with a blown Kohler 27HP that has a deck much tougher then the Craftsman. The new...

I remember here years back there were some great alternatives to box scrapers but I cannot find the posts. Anyone remember or have such an implement?

Any ideas on how to get some pipes or posts driven into a lake bottom (its full of water)? I need at least 4" pipe or something to attach a pump suction line to to suspend the pipe off the bottom and offer some support. I have thought of a boat and a 90lb jack hammer but think that might be a...

a stinkin blue handicap placard on the mirror parked in a handicap spot. I don't know, it just irritates me that they hand these out to what would appear to be anyone with a doctors note. Am I alone in this thinking or is it what we have allowed and thats just the way it goes? My sister has no...

In but a few short minutes I shall be tractorless for the first time in many years (I still have a rototiller and Snapper 38" mower). The new owner of my L3830 is scehduled to be here in minutes. I just went out and moved one last huge rock into place, something 5 guys could not begin to do. So...

I need to find a HVAC thermostat for our association clubhouse that will: 1. Limit the heating to no more then 70 deg. 2. or limit the time on to about 1 hour or so of being on. 3. still offer winter freeze protection (which is rare) Problem is, folks that use the club house often turn the...

I am hoping someone here has some experience regarding controling weeds, algae etc in lakes. I live where we have 5 lakes that at various times need treatemnt for various plant life. To treat them chemically anymore requires a permit, expensive chemicals and gets very costly. Do you know of...

Anyone have experience with a small tractor like the BX 24 or BX2350 using a tiller? 42", 48" MAX on the width? My soil is pretty easy to till.

Since moving to my little 1.0736 acre abode, my L3830 HST with TnT and 84" finish mower has not seen many hours. I have a potential buyer for it. I still need a wheelbarrow replacement. The Kubota BX seems to fit the model I need but has certainly received its share of owner complaints. From...

I have a old granite fireplace. The rock goes from floor to ceiling. The previous owner covered the top half with a sheetrock wall and on the bottom he mortered on fake rock. I stripped it back to the granite. The bottom needs to be cleaned of a light coating of cement while the top is smoke...

I want to get my young (5 year old) son a decently built remote controlled electric car, truck, tractor for Christmas. I am a bit underwhelmed at some of the flimsy stuff I have found. Any suggestions to a reasonably built product would be greatly appreciated. How about a slot car type setup as...

Explain to me again why I cannot buy a nice 4 cylinder Toyota 3.0L common rail DI diesel in a Toyota Tacoma. It really fries me that the US with all its "wisdom" is about the only freakin country that won't let them in. Will ULSD change things. The Toyota Tacoma petrol (gas for those of you in...

OK, OK, I'm a closet dart thrower (left or right handed) . I throw hard tip darts but want to get a phony plastic dart board. Anyone have some suggestions? I am going to invite male friends over for some plastic darts. Any comments or suggestions about phake boards? Don't ask why I am chosing to...

but so is Lowes..... I went to HD #1 to get 3 strands 120' long of #6 THHN wire. No one anywhere to punch in the code, roll the wire around and measure/cut it for me, no one. I'm checking the time and run out, thought 1.5 hours would be plenty. I decide to buy 500' ready to go roll instead but...

We have done this before, but heres one I saw on a county sewer department truck... "Your Crap Feeds My Kids" :eek:

How do you hook in several receivers to a dish when the dish only has 2 hookups? I have an old TiVo that was given to me that has a new Direct TV card I purchased. I would like to bring the two satelite dish connections to it for simaltaneous recording and viewing and also hook up a second...

Perhaps someone has already done this link, but its worth repeating... Rat This is a pretty amazing story (link below). (http://cjcphoto.com/can/) You need to watch the video at YouTube

Our association has a JD 2040, we think its a 1982, loader, 4WD, 3 cylinder diesel, ags, with beat up sheet metal. We want to get rid of it. Ballpark figure if mechanically its in good shape but looks kind of lousy. Can you even buy metal for something like this anymore? Thanks, Mark

The moon landings fake and finally someone has the guts to show this atrocity and waste of money! NASA should be ashamed. Heres the undeniable proof explaining why each photo is incorrect! I'm appalled! :mad: Fake Moon Landings The moon landings are fake!

This looks like it could be quite interesting to watch. ABC.com: The Path to 9/11

I need a new cell phone and was wondering if there were any suggestions of a particular brand and model. I am with Cingular.

Do you know how AC units work or have a good website full of the details? Specifically, my home AC unit is a split system. The compressor outside has the two copper lines running to it. One large and insulated, the other small and un-insulated. I always thought the big one got very cold at the...

I did and how I wish I had not. I have seen ads here bashing Home Depot for their store service, I have not had that problem at the stores mostly because I never need their help. I ordered a kitchen faucet via a promotion that is the wrong finish (pearl nickel instead of stainless). I...

I find it amazing that Kubotas Owning/Operating section has the most posts of any section even Related Topics which is a semi close second. I know in the past that some have said its because Kubotas have the most problems so naturally the numbers support it. I never believed that, but it is...

It is happening again. I cannot believe how many times the shuttle launches get scrubbed because of weather in Florida. Is there not a better location? Surely Arizona, California, New Mexico etc would make far better canididates weather wise. Does the possibilty of a aborted takeoff make...

Never thought I\'d be asking this, are the BX\'s... any good for mowing yards? I see Kubota sells a BX 24 as well as a couple of models like the 2350 and 1850 or something like that and show a fine cut MMM. I would just get a mower but when I sell my L3830 HST, I think a loader will still be...

I am getting more and more interested in solar power and like the site here at TBN for solar by SunTechnics Energy Systems. Anyone using solar to generate power. What are some of the options? Battery bank or simple generate from the cells and feedback to the system when your needs don't exceed...

Almost unbelieveable! Speed Climber

On Wednesday of next week, at two minutes and three seconds after 1:00 in the morning, the time and date will be 01:02:03 04/05/06.

It\'s all Boondox\'s fault! Pete got me to thinking about a MINI Cooper with his post sometime back about getting one. Yesterday I actually breathed on, sat in and looked under the MINI hood. This car is perhaps something you either really like or don't, I do, alot. Perhaps I will get the...

Does anyone have a online site where I can order parts like shackles, rubber inserts that go in the end of the springs etc for a older (93) Ford F250 with a diesel? My 170K plus truck is about 1/2" from sitting on the rubber stops. After much debate, I have decided to keep my old F250 with a...

I reposted this after my first post simply asked about "ripping" which could mean alot of things. Anyone have some knowledge or opinions to offer before I start ripping only to find what I ripped is really not what I should have done? It gets confusing. MP3, LAME, AAC, Windows Media Loseless or...

I have not had much time to investigate into a plasma cutter but have a need for one right now on a construction job I am doing. I have a bunch of 1/2" plate to cut. Any recommendations? I looked into the Miller 625. Thanks in advance.

Anyone have some advice on chlorine/salt generators for swimming pools. Like it, hate it. Thanks in advance. Rat...

I am trying to think of one time where adevertising had an influence on me. I have yet to buy oil, drugs, tractor equipment, shoes, sports drinks, soda, Depends diapers, James Sokolove trial attorney, autos/trucks, beer, etc., etc., etc., am I the exception? They try harder and harder to get it...

I am getting rid of my old F250 truck and am considering a used Dodge 2500 truck. Dave Smith Motors in Idaho has a good selection of used trucks. I am looking at a 2500 and 4X4 in a diesel (is ther any other kind?) Problem is, I remember Mark Chalkey talking about how great the 1998 models were...

Ever feel like you have been taken to the cleaners? A few months back I posted about my F250 loosing its transmission and inquired the help of TBN to find out some possible ways of getting a rebuilt transmission preferably cheap since this truck is going to be sold very shortly. I appreciated...

I am considering the purchase of a new truck. How do you do it and not feel like you could have done better on the price? I have never purchased a new vehicle, this may be the first. A tractor was easy, I get the feeling buying a new vehicle will be tougher. How would you do it? I appreciate...

Our Minivan is going, we would like to replace it with a sedan type car, or even a small SUV, 2WD is fine. I have investigated on the internet a Nissan Maxima, Toyota Avalon, Acura, Lexus, Subaru, Honda and of course all the American cars. Any advice or recommendations? I have not paid much...

I have been pondering the idea of replacing my old Lincoln 180 AC stick welder. I would really like to try my hand at TIG as well. Stick and TIG welders are very similar as far as a power source goes which is why a TIG box can typically be used to do stick welding. Question I have is have anyone...

Any ideas about brands. This stove is for my sister who is wheelchair bound and could use a easy to use stove to simply heat her master bedroom. Any suggestions or comments would be appreciated.

I\'m confused about trucks??? My 1993 is Ford F250 is going to go. Big, big turning radius, anemic diesel, needs tires, etc., etc.. I was think about a Toyota Tacoma V6, double or extra cab in 4WD. Gas mileage is 17 to 21 mpg. A compact pickup with this kind of mileage? What do folks with a...

You\'ve been most helpful! I have been trying to figure out what ZTR to get and the recommendations from here have been a great asset. In number position is a Hustler Fastrac with a 20 HP Honda and collection system. I would really like to try one out though to see just how much it "sucks". In...

Any comments about who makes a great sealer for my asphalt driveway. Are some better then others? Do you seal yours?

I replaced my transmission. They recoomed not using the old cooler for fear of contamination. If I buy an after market oil cooler that is much larger then the stock one my Ford F250 came with, do you still use the radiator cooling portion as well? Would it not also be suspect of being...

My 1993 Ford 7.3L non turbo IDI 4WD E4OD transmission quit working. Transmission oil is black. I know a rebuilt is in order. I would like to simply buy a rebuilt, exchange mine and install it. I know that some folks here like CowboyDoc have mentioned much better E4OD'ds available from some power...

It's simple and short. It may have already been posted here if so, thats OK, we can be reminded of their sacrifice. Thank You....

The Texas flag flys once more over the French Hotel de Crillon. What a fantastic athlete. My vote goes to Lance once again for a superior athlete and all around good guy. Viva la Lance!

I am trying to find a better online news source then my current one. My current one relies so heavily on the Washington Post, Guardian, BBC and other less then objective sources in my opinion. Does anyone subscribe to the Wall Street Journal?

I don\'t know how you guys handle the humidity! Today we had a rare occurance, high humidity couple with a warm temperature. 70 degrees and 70 percent humidity. I think it must be something you learn to live with. It's rough!

I\'m overweight! I now weigh 207lbs. At 6'0". I'm quite overweight according to this site BMI Calculator I actually feel overweight to and would love to drop down to about 185lbs, my high school weight and the weight that allowed me to stuff a basketball, barely. What methods do some of you...

Our newspaper had an article about Kubota and the dominance they have in the under 100 HP tractors. You have to register to view the article which I always find irritating. Sacramento Bee

I\'d like a bigger tractor! Dad says NO! I want something with more umph. My Dad says the tread is still good, the bucket is not worn, the loader bushings are solid but I don't care about that, I just want bigger, better and something that isn't so stink'n hard to pedal. Any help would be...

Kubota L39 and JD TLB 110\'s Even though the inventory of L39's is very low, my dealer managed to get some in, sort of. He has them sold. On the other side, he has 6 brand new JD TLB 110's. JD has either really caught up on the manufactuering side or they are not selling quite as fast as they...

Is anyone aware where you can purchase ripper teeth, in particular hard teeth to replace the ones that come stock on most box scrapers? I'm looking for a online source. After ripping my road this week, about 1500' worth I managed to remove about 1 1/4" off each of the 7 rippers. I am now down to...

Has anyone had the corrosion issue like so many of the Deere batteries seem to have on the XX20 tractors and even some of the others like the 790? My neighbors 790 had a bad case of the cancer and it seems a post about this problem is always popping up in the Deere forum. How about you with your...

"The photograph attached was taken by the crew on board the Columbia during its last mission, on a cloudless day. The picture is of Europe and Africa when the sun is setting. Half of the picture is in night. The bright dots you see are the cities’ lights. The top part of Africa is the...

It would appear that Mister Reluctant to sell the underpowered L3130 HST with a clogged fuel supply is gone. What gives? It certainly added some spark. I am still puzzeled by his actions. I am tempted to go by his place and take pictures of his underpowered L3130 HST, it could well be green...

It has about 700 hours. Has some dents. Needs a new floor mat, otherwise pretty good condition. Were selling it out here in California. It seems to be a favorite among some folks. It also has a 12X12 transmission. $10,000? Also included is boxscraper (Ford), a brush hog, (Ford) and a PHD, also...

I have gone to the dealer knowing what I wanted but my neighbor does his research first at the dealer. He was amazed that you cannot test drive the ATV's at the delaers. Is your experience the same?

My Kubota manual says to replace the antifreeze after 2 years. Does the fluid loose its ability to lubricate the pump etc and keep the wetted parts relatively free of rust or oxidation? We rarely freeze here so that is less of a concern. The fluid in there now looks as brilliant green as the day...

What vehicles are out there that would be pretty economical, say about 30 mpg and still have a margin of safety in them in the event of a collision? We are in need of replacing our car.

Do you like \"cool\" things? If so, let your mind drift with these images. Hubble Space Pictures

Hit reply and \"My Home\" pops up. While in the oil section I noted that in my attempt to reply to a thread all I could do is get "My Home". Is this a new method for closing a thread? As always, confused, , Mr to you!

Who is- www.a.as-us.falkag.net? http://www.a.as-us.falkag.net that is what initially loads on my computer instead of tractorbynet.

I need to compact a pad for a building after removing some organic material. One corner was particularly deep, about 3 feet. I have great non organic fill material but will need to compact it. The rental yard will rent a vibrating ride on smooth roller. Without the sheeps foot roller, do you...

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I am being interviewed next week by a fellow from this company. It is from being conducted by a research company that does diesel research. I will get $50 for a 30 minute interview. A simple questionere was sent to me about a month ago regarding tractors and diesel engines. They enclosed a $1...

Ramon49\'s post about his L3130! I think it's been great to see this kind of post. If nothing else, it will get those to think harder about their purchase. Fortunately for me, I was told by my dealer that the L3830 would be a better fit for me, my 84" finish mower and having just owned a...

My neighbor has a bear hibernating under hhis cabin. The bear also managed to open the access door located in the guys pantry and enter the home eating everything including the 50 lbs of dog food he had stored there. The bear did not mch care for the guys furniture either and up ended much of...

Have you got a shot of a kid thats having fun?

I tried a quick search on the ATV urility forum and did not come up with much even though I'm sure you have seen or participated in a discussion about them. We are considering a general purpose utility ATV. Some trail riding on easily traversable terrain, maintanence around here like spraying...

Any recommendations for a nice rotating laser level? Auto level would be nice. Budget would be under $1000. RaT...

Adios O\'l INTERNATIONAL 454D It was tough to say goodbye to a very durable beast. Thats my 3 year old and me sitting on it one last time. 9-10-04 I sold it with a 80" brush mower and an old box scraper. $6500 was the price. Adios...... RaT

Any thoughts on how to best patch a cutout I need to make in a asphalt driveway. I don't work with asphalt so am wondering how to best do it. I suspect by the time I am done I will have cut open a 5' X 4' X 4" thick asphalt driveway to repair a broken 2" sch 40 PVC water line that has a small...

When built \"Ford Tough\" is not enough What was that, did you feel something under the tire?

I really have to admire Lance Armstrong. He get's my vote for my favorite athelete. Rat...

Why is HST so much better then gear drives at heating up the hydraulic oil then a gear drive? It seems that my International gets the oil somewhere around 165 to 170 degrees (it has no loader) whereas my L3830 bumps it up to about 190 degrees on it's hard worked days. Could the difference...

I'm in the market to replace a cheap set of binoculars (are they a set?) Any recommendations out there? I am looking at Nikon 8X42's but the input from here would be beneficial. I owned a set of 15X?? Canons with IS but gave them away as a gift. My 3 year old has destroyed my cheap pair. I...

started using the quiet diesel in their trucks?

"John Deere 110 TLB Recently Recognized With Top Industry Award..." Wow, after about two years its still recognized for getting the Top Industry Award (see TBN homepage) Rat...

I\'m sure some of you have already seen this I don't know much about eBay. But here is a link sent to me. Check out this guy. Wedding Dress

Here is a picture of my neighbors little boy with a Largemouth Bass he caught in my pond a couple weeks ago. His older brother Brian who is a fishing nut comes over almost daily to fish in it. Brian took the picture after zipping up to our house asking for a camera. I know little about fish but...

I researched this a few years back, did not get a tiller but am back in the tiller mode. I looked at Howard and Kuhn, they seem to be some of the best built and the price indicates it. Perhaps my needs are not that extensive. Did a search here in attachments on tillers for the last year and...

Will you Yellow bottoms ever exceed NH\'s posts for Will you Yellow bottoms ever exceed NH's posts for Owning/Operating? Your so close

In the JD section we started a discussion about the number of hours that folks are putting on their tractors each year. In talking to my dealer(s), they think it's typically 200 hours or less on the average. How about you? Where do you stand on the hr/year statistic. I'm at 200 hours and a...

I\'m wireless A couple of weeks ago we went broadband for the first time. We have no cable, DSL does get this far, satelite is available but at a hefty price. A couple of young guys started a wireless broadband service with a free 30 day trial. It has worked superb. We have a small antenna...

Do you have or do you know of a 24" and up size auger for hogging out a hole for tree planting. I have a Danuser post hole unit with hydraulic power down. I would like to find a used or new auger for it that I could dig as big as a 30" hole about 16" deep for tree planting. Any experience or...

I would take a guess it's the L35 TLB. I recall it being around in 1991. What do you think? I see no reason for them to discontinue it either as it is a tank for a CUT. Rat...

I've never used eBay but have a bronze Fredrick Remington "Coming Through The Rye" statue. I am planning to sell it. Any tips on how I do this on eBay? I suppose the likelyhood of someone far away purchasing it is pretty good and it weighs about 300lbs. Do I pay shipping and crating or is this...

This question is for folks who purchased a backhoe for their compacts. I have a new septic tank to install and possible leach field additions. I have a home to build so I have much footing to dig. I have a creek that needs clearing and power lines to trench. Would you think with the number of...

What are your thoughts about Pats easy change system? I have passed the link on to some folks that really like the idea. At less then $200, they thought the price a small factor if the product works. Common sense seems to evoke an idea of pure simplicity, what about actual use? It sure would...

It's been awhile since I built a house on specualtion or "spec house" but am in a position now of building a home for our family. Where, what, etc. is available in construction loans and how do they work today? Are they available in 2 year loans to be converted to a a conventional. Are there...

My sister\'s CUSTOM dishwasher. I have not seen this model before. Perhaps you have one, Rat.

Do any of you folks know much about the engine driven welder/generators like the Lincoln or Miller Bobcat in roughly the 20 HP size? I've been looking specifically at the Miller 301G Trailblazer and the Lincoln Ranger. Rat...

I am shooting very little film these days and getting more interested in digital cameras especially since lately, the quality is very good, the prices are better and the competition is fierce. What kind of digital canera do you have or wishes do you have for a digital camera? I have a 2 year...

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Curious after a post in the HST/Gear comments whether JD requires you to run your HST at full throttle. Does your JD manual require this or mention it. In my test rides on the JD's, I never ran it at full throttle. Partly because I did not need to and partly because it was a new engine and since...

Auto window tint, any removal secrets? I have a new used car with rear windows tinted like it was a pimp mobile. Do you know any tint removing secrets? I peeled it off one window, but the film left behind is pretty tough to get off. I used a blade and then MEK to remove the residue. Is there...

Realizing this is an International site and at the risk of offending those not living in the USA, I have wondered for quite some time, if there are any states are not represented by a member. I was thinking Hawaii has yet to show up. Can you think of any others or correct me or others if...

Have you had warranty issues? Don\'t Buy John Deere Have you had warranty issues? Don't Buy John Deere, of course I'm only kidding about the John Deere part, but I think it shows how important the subject line is. So how many of you Kubota owners have had horror stories like the "CW story"...

I would like to take a cassette tape and get the infomation on it onto my computers hard drive. How can this be done other then by a microphone? Thanks in advance, Rat

I thought a few of you of might enjoy this. These sentences actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services: 1. Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking tonight at Calvary Methodist. Come hear Bertha Belch all the way from Africa. 2...

Maybe someone here can help me figure this out. My closest Century dealer is in Oregon, 373 miles away according to the Century website. Info on their website is minimum at best so the difference between the model Eddie Walker is considering a Century 2535 and the 3035 appear to be a slight size...

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I think JimBin must be on vacation, the Ford/NH section has been just to quiet, peaceful even. You might have to take over Hawgee, at least for a while. Rat...

Hopefully the picture I have attached comes through or you will have no clue what I'm talking about. During WWII, Ford turned its Willow Run plant into a B-24 Bomber plant. On Tuesday (6/13/00) I flew in this old B-24J bomber my dad piloted over Romania and Germany during the war. The lake is...

This is my very first subject post. As I drive along the Interstates and freeways here in California, I notice all of the Ford/New Holland and John Deere tractors are painted what appears to be "Kubota Orange" (Caltrans color). At first glance one might think that CalTrans (Califronia...