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The whole post is my opinion...:ROFLMAO:

Pet Peeves include: People who say that there's no such thing as a stupid question, there is plenty of evidence to suggest otherwise, People who post questions in online forums when the answer is readily available by searching for a few seconds, People who post the same question that's...

If you drain and flush the system you can switch brands of coolant. I'd look for a name-brand long-life diesel antifreeze as a replacement.

I'd start with this, then transition to a disc followed by a chain harrow if desired, multiple passes will likely be necessary. I don't think a plow will be all that helpful. 300 yd of topsoil should be plenty, you may find it necessary to refill areas as they settle.

My decade-old B7800 was a one-person, two-minute (at most) job. A tip is to dismount the FEL on solid ground or better yet concrete, that way it doesn't settle making the hook-up a bit more involved.

In my area Farm Bureau is the only company that offers it, and then only if you have homeowners with them.

If you worry that a Yanmar dealer wouldn't perform warranty work on a Yanmar tractor then you need to look at another brand/dealer or both. This was an issue for a particular brand of RV's the problem was that dealer service departments were being swamped with "warranty" repairs, most of which...

This is my recommendation as well. Plus it will be easier to install services later if you decide to go that way.

+1 for the Lock N Lube connector. I have a battery-powered Milwaukee and it works okay, when the battery dies I'll replace it with a manual grease gun. I can easily buy 3-4 guns for the cost of a battery. If you don't have a lot of greasing to do (e.g., multiple tractors, combines...

Hell yeah, I have a cab, it only took two NC summers to realize an open-station tractor was just stupid.

I have a Bearcat that works fine for stuff up to 5", it will feed itself once started. I went with Bearcat because it has a hopper to deal with brush. I wouldn't be looking forward to chipping whatever is cut from a 10-acre stand though, it's a lot of work to generate even a modest pile of chips.

I can't comment on that model, but after owning a mid-mount I recommend thinking about how often you expect to attach/remove the mower deck. Keep in mind that blade maintenance will require removing the deck unless you have a pit. The Kubota I had required a fair amount of time under the...

Another fan of Fluid Film

I have a W R Long 3rd function kit, installed by the dealer before delivery, works fine.

One could ask the same question as to why Deere and Kubota are more expensive than a better-equipped MF. I don't have any reasons to add to what previous posters have identified. For me, it came down to the dealer. If TYM floats your boat go for it.

The tractors you're looking at are pretty similar, enough that I'd put a lot of weight on dealer after-purchase support. IMO MF offers a lot of value for your money in this range.

The only time I've folded my ROPS was to fit the tractor into the garage. I trim everything up so I don't hit it with the ROPS or now the cab.

50:1, is the ratio specified by the manufacturer for each piece of 2-cycle equipment I own (currently 2 saws, 1 weedeater, 2 hedge trimmers), and after years of use no issues with longevity or performance. I see no need to overthink this or assume I know more than the manufacturer, so far that...

Could be worse, at least they didn't depreciate it. At any rate a weird failure mode it seems to me, the only way my previous Kubota loader was coming off if the pins were installed was if the loader bracket failed. Hopefully, the dealer can explain the root cause. Good luck.

Our 15 y/o upright freezer stopped cooling, luckily we caught it before the contents spoiled. Nevertheless, some stuff was binned as we didn't have enough room in the freezer section of our refrigerators. The compressor was shot, at it lost its freon, cost to repair was well on the way to a...

The surefire way to prevent oil leakage is to drain the oil after use. Every saw I've owned leaked bar oil if it was left setting with some in the tank.

Congratulations, enjoy (y)

I looked at a Kubota last year with the spring seat, couldn’t tighten the spring enough to prevent bottoming out. An air ride seat was another $1300 and I would lose the ability to run unattended PTO — that was a deal breaker for me.

To close this out I purchased this seat cover: Amazon.com It's not a perfect fit but will work fine to keep dirt, debris and grease off the factory upholstery, and since it's a cab tractor I didn't need to spend extra for a weatherproof solution.

My wife got it from the person next to her on a plane trip home. Said individual was coughing and hacking the entire flight. By the time the wife was symptomatic, she had passed it to me. Took 21 days for me to have 2 negative tests in a row. Take care and wishes for a speedy recovery.

I think there's a tendency to go smaller, especially for new buyers. Smaller tractors are fine but their limits are encountered sooner, for example, FEL capacity. Less capacity translates into more time for a given task, while some tasks will just not be possible with a smaller machine. I...

I recommend getting an estimate/evaluation from a drainage professional. I had French drains installed by a firm experienced in design and installation, their proposed design was quite a bit different than what I had in mind. The results were better than expected. IIRC the trench was ~12"...

I remember growing up in Michigan in the 60's & 70's when you couldn't get financing for longer than three years on a new car as they would typically rust out by the three-year mark. I bought a new Plymouth in 1977 and the fenders were rusting within two years and only one Michigan winter...

I looked at their website, my seat is 20" wide and 16" tall, didn't see an obvious choice in their offerings.

Out of 9+ billion folks in the world, there are some outliers. Good luck with continued success with your antique appliances

Time to get rid of the factory plastic so far haven’t found a cover made for the Grammer S85/90 air seat. Anyone had any luck finding a cover that fits?

When I had a Kubota the OM had a procedure for bleeding the fuel system. I don't remember the particulars but it may be worth checking the manual.

Every tractor I've purchased has been delivered, for free. OTOH I'd never assume free transportation back to the dealer for warranty work.

Can't help with your specific questions. I'd look around on the web to see if I could locate an OM for your tractor or failing that ask your dealer.

NOPE I do my research and avoid brands/models that have poor performance or reliability. If I get 10 years out of major appliances that's a win, in the last three decades or so I've been winning.

Woods has a higher-rated gearbox, so that probably accounts for some/most of the weight difference. Both units use the same thickness deck material.

A day or so ago I started a nearly identical thread here Woods vs LandPride Finish Mower

I appreciate the replies, to address some of the concerns raised: Both have nearly identical warranties, Woods has one year more on the gearbox, but those don't seem to be a failure point anyway. Both have solid rubber tires. I don't think either has a slip clutch. I'm not interested in...

I've narrowed my search for a new finish mower to either a Woods TKP72.40 or a LandPride FDR1672. The Woods is ~$1000 more, weighs ~ 70 lbs more, and has slightly wider gauge wheels (4" vs 3.25"). Otherwise, they appear pretty much the same, the LandPride seems to be the no-brainer choice, is...

We have an LG refrigerator and washer/dryer for ~3 yrs of essentially trouble-free service. I wasn't too keen on that brand but the pandemic was just ending, they were available and we needed them. Take a look at Consumer's Reports they have unbiased reviews and ratings of most appliances...

Sand with plastic on top.

Don't forget to add in the cost of fittings, hose, and a way to cut the hose to the purchase price of a machine. If you don't have the required size, or style on hand then factor in the cost of procuring them. For me, the affordable answer is to have hoses made at the local hydraulic shop or...

I'm having trouble following the idea that not greasing the spindles before use causes the belts to jump off. I grease my spindles every 10 hours of use (per the manual) and in over a decade I've never had a belt jump off the spindle. Maybe something else is amiss here. Maybe a bad bearing...

Red N Tacky for me as well.

We have a Sleep Number for a decade or so. It's a king and each side can be set separately, wife likes soft I prefer a bit more firm. Not inexpensive though, it does deliver a comfortable sleep.

Shop around, I found a pretty big variance in trade-in values. Oddly the worst offer came from a dealer of the same brand.

I'd tear into it and fix it, same as you would if it were your pickup. You can't know what other damage was caused or what else might be on the brink of failure. Further, a future follow-up catastrophic failure may occur at a place and time that is VERY inconvenient to deal with. If you decide...

I don't pay in full until delivery, I may put a deposit for an implement that's to be ordered. In my case, I noted a few things wrong and the next day a mobile service truck was at my house effecting repairs. My son also bought a new tractor and some implements using a Kubota loan. Although...

I'll check out the Befco and Caroni, there are dealers that are local for both. I expect to be cutting often enough that windrows won't be an issue. It may not be as nice as my ZRT, but I'm done with mowing in the heat and humidity and ending up covered debris, it's time to use the...

Looking for recommendations for a finish mower. So far I've looked at the Bush Hog HDTH6, Woods TPK72, and LandPride FDR1672. I'm open to other brands as long as they have a good parts network and are quickhitch compatible.

Measured them, 4"

@Wineguy I'm guessing they are 4" speakers, I'd go measure them but I fighting COVID right now

I have the factory set up in my 1840M, engine noise overwhelms the radio, but other than that it works fine. If the cab were insulated better I 'd use the radio more often.

The 3-pt is last in line to receive hydraulic press/flow, if anything before that is loading the system the 3-pt may not work. In my case, the 3rd-function valve was the culprit, either flow to the 3-pt is blocked/bypassed or something else is consuming hydraulic service. Since you have the...

I would echo that the quality of your dealer is at least as important as the brand. There are good/bad/excellent dealers in every brand it pays to shop around and ask other tractor owners in your area. Secondly, I would focus on the "bigger" names, Kubota, Deere, New Holland, and Massey parts...

I had this issue, turns out it was the third-function valve, the switch was defective causing the valve to be open all the time. The third function was "robbing" all of the hydraulic pressure from the 3-pt. The mechanic knew exactly what the issue was when I described the symptoms. Replaced...

Congrats on the new tractor and welcome to the Massey family.

I use Lucas Red and Tacky, works fine.

At the stealership, luckily I only needed the actuator replaced. I hadn’t found an independent shop I trusted and I needed the truck back. Going with an aftermarket turbo or actuator would have been much less expensive.

I hear you, if it makes you feel better I was quoted $10,000 to replace the entire turbo when my actuator failed.

I have a RAM 6.7L Cummins and I won’t be replacing it with another diesel. My local stealership doubles its shop rate for work on diesel, further they are always trying to tell me that I should be using the commercial duty maintenance schedule. To replace a bad turbo actuator at <80,000 miles...

Never had a glow plug fail on my 13 y/o B7800, or the Kubota engines in my zero turn or RV generator. I did have one glow plug fail in a Ford 350 Powerstroke at ~90,000 miles. I'd say GP failures are fairly rare.

Tractor Time with Tim (on youtube) did a side-by-side comparison of the two types of tillers. Watching that might help with your decision.

People who feel the need to post to a thread despite having nothing useful to say on or off the topic -- and frequently it's the latter.

I haven't seen or heard of a site that lists fuel consumption figures for tractors. I think your actual consumption will depend on how hard you are working it. For comparison, I had a Kubota B7800 (30 hp) that consumed ~1 gal/hr when worked fairly hard. My new MF 1840M consumes a bit more...

I'd do the 50-hour service myself, that way I know it's done per the manual and I'm not waiting for the dealer to get to it. Some of the 50-hour service you'll repeat for annual service as well so you might as well get experienced. I would not buy a trailer to haul it unless you have a need...

Windshield washer fluid in my new tractor. Previously I had calcium chloride for 17 years without issue.

Extinguish Plus is great stuff it really defeats the move to another spot strategy. You need a hand spreader to treat the entire yard at the recommended rate, regular fertilizer spreaders can't spread that low a rate. I use Surrender to spot treat when necessary, a downside of bifen is that it...

Nice, we started looking at a 2860M thought it was too big got an 1840M instead. Welcome to team Red.

^^^ This, sounds to me like a loader valve issue, alternatively, swap the tilt and lift hoses at the loader valve and see if the problem travels.

I've had many diesels over the years, with and without emissions equipment, experiencing trouble-free service. Just bought a new tractor with emissions equipment, I'm not worried about the technology as it has been around for a while and most of the early bugs have been worked out. In terms...

Most folks want to make more money, there are stockholders probably because the original owners wanted to expand (needed capital to expand to make more money) or sell a part of the company--more cash in the pocket. Competitors will come along that drive the need to be more efficient (e.g., cost...

I typically don't paint fasteners, paint that matches the frame of the tractor is used on those odd occasions. I never paint the filters, as some brands do on their new tractors. My tractor is stored inside so rust or rust streaks don't develop, always get top dollar when I sell. (y)

Best wishes for a rapid and complete recovery. Good luck in getting the tractor back in working order.

Straight-line speed may not be the best criterion for your application. Minimizing time to groom the area seems a better measure. If you have a lot of turning or maneuvering (e.g., around barrels) you may find the HST gets the job done faster than a geared tractor.

There are ink removers available, Amodex is one brand that I recall. It works pretty well on getting ink stains out of shirts, hands, etc. It may have difficulty if the ink has been "set" by the heat of the dryer.

Given the acreage you are looking to tend I would be looking for something like a JD 5 series with no less than 75 engine hp. The HP and weight of the tractor will facilitate larger attachments. Other brands have offerings in this size as well. It should be reasonably easy to find something...

Pretty much the rule of thumb for RVs. Most folks with MH will replace their tires, regardless of mileage at about the 5-6 year point. In my case, I lost 3 out of 8 tires (Goodyear) on my MH within 4 months of aging past 5 years. A steer tire blowout at 65 mph can be a life-altering...

Why not use what's recommended in the manual? OBTW what is ALERT all about?

I emailed them with a few questions ~4 weeks ago, never heard back. Took my business elsewhere.

I bought the workshop manual for my 1840M to get the schematics. AGCO pubs website is where I purchased mine.

The issue with not updating the owner’s manual may be true, however, it doesn’t mean that if it were updated these newer weight oils would be recommended or preferred. One needs to be careful about willy-nilly using the latest and greatest oil, as an example a multigrade oil is exactly the wrong...

It's hard to beat the satisfaction of completing a job with tools Macgyver'ed up from stuff sitting around the homestead.

Sounds expensive, I just ordered the WSM, Parts Book, and Engine Overhaul manual for my 1840M from AGCO for <$300. AGCO has a website dedicated to purchasing technical publications, they offer printed, or a variety of electronic formats. I would guess that you can buy directly from New Holland...

Yup, that works. I'm trying to collect them for use in the flower beds, it'll save me quite a few bales and get me some seat time.

I have a modest amount of pine trees in the yard and have been thinking about getting one of these to collect the needles once or twice a year. Does it do well in this usage, better than a sweeper for example?

Good point, if I can wait the 5+ months for a custom one then perhaps I don't really need one...

Your owner's manual will tell you the specification (e.g. CK-4) and recommended weights (e.g., 10W-30). Any oil that satisfies those two criteria will be fine. Don't need to overthink it, the engine manufacturer has already done that for you. I use Rotella in my diesel engines as it's readily...

I am looking to source a hydraulic side link for my 1840M and haven't found one yet. Apparently, ball top sidelinks for Cat 1 hitches aren't too popular as I haven't found a candidate link at the usual sources. Asking to see if anyone has found one before committing to a custom link from Fit...

My 1840M factory radio has AM/FM/Weather as well as BT so I can listen to my iPhone or make calls. It's early but it seems okay. There are other things I want to do that have a higher priority than upgrading the radio/speakers. This site has a variety of heavy duty radios SALE! Farm Tractor...

I can't answer the question, however, 8 psi in my drive tires has worked just fine in my Grasshopper 930D -- the ride is good, and has plenty of traction for those hilly areas.

There are several dealer within 15 miles, my dealer is about an hour away.

Any of the weights listed should be fine, the important part is to be sure that whatever you use meets or exceeds the specified standard (e.g., CK). I use what the manufacturer recommends (spec and weight), especially during the warranty period, it's one less issue should you need to make a...

Newest addition arrived yesterday, took pics before unpacking. 😀

Thanks for the follow up.

How hard is it to use an automatic out-of-office reply email?

I contacted EA via email a week ago with a question about one of their products, but so far no response. Like the OP I feel that if you provide email contact information you should be prepared to answer inquiries in a reasonable time period. If they are too busy to answer my questions, they're...

Fortune favors the bold.

Probably won't stay in business long acting like that.

@rich21 where did you find a magnetic oil pan heater? BTW I closed on a 1840M deluxe cab with 3rd function and a second remote, should be delivered next week.

Yup, not a fan of Teflon tape for this application, I'll be using Loctite 545.

Thanks, I'll be replacing 6602-6-6 connectors with 6602-8-10, both of which are NPT. Just to confirm since these are NPT they need to be assembled with some sort of threat sealant (e.g., Loctite or teflon tape)?

I have a Top N Tilt kit with 3/8 Ag style quick couplers, my tractor has 1/2" Ag style quick couplers (fyi the hose is 3/8"). Will something like a Parker PTR fitting 1/2 x 3/8 do the trick?

Rotella in all my diesel engines worked fine for years. Been happy with the non-synthetic stuff as it's cheaper and I usually change the oil well before the recommended interval.

Dealers I've been talking to recently are quoting between 1-2 weeks for prep and delivery. I don't provide any money till delivery, which tends to keep them focused on completing the PDI and delivery process. Since I don't rely on a tractor for my livelihood I can be flexible with how long it...

Yeah we looked at a 2860M, just too much tractor for us, it was nicely set up tho.

I've used Kubota paint that was sourced from the dealer, both orange and grey. Seemed to work fine.

It depends on what I'm using it for and how close it is at hand. I've had good results with PB Blaster (primarily loosening stuck fasteners) Kroil (all around) Corrosion X T-9 Boeshield Fluid Film (primarily as a protectant) I don't use WD40 as a lubricant, I do use it for cleaning...

Thanks for the inputs, I'm going to go with a model that has PTO controls on the fender and a stock seat that works for me.

From my time in the Navy, "Fortune favors the bold"

Found a dealer that had an 1835M in the cab version, I found the cab roomy enough and well laid out. He said he can get an 1840M from another dealer. Looks like I'll be converting to red.

Looking for a copy (preferably electronic) of an MF 1840 Operators Manual. TIA

I'm in excellent health, and if I did have a health issue I wouldn't be addressing it in a tractor forum.

Been looking at an L4060, the standard suspension seat doesn’t suspend me at all (240lbs) with the springs maxed out. The dealer suggests upgrading to an air ride set, it appears that the seat upgrade doesn’t support unattended PTO operations. I use my chipper a lot so that‘s an issue, putting...

The boomers were "roomy" but I found that the pedal configuration made it difficult to maneuver my leg on entry and exit when sitting in them. Thus, not crazy about committing to a $45K purchase without sitting in an 1840 or 1835 cab first. It comes with an Iseki engine.

Looks like the NH is the winner, more HP and weight, both of which would serve well for your intended use. I suspect that the JD will have better resale value. Is the Workmaster series rebranded LS like the Boomers, if so then I’d wonder about long term parts availability. Personally I’d...

The 1840M and L3560 have nearly identical price quotes for nearly identical configurations, one rear remote, 3rd function, FEL and cab. The 1840M has a radio, air ride seat, and the dealer includes ballasting in the price. OTOH the Kubota will likely have better resale, non-turbo engine, HST+...

On the advice of @Tractorable I checked out the Kubota L3560, the dealer price was comparable to the MF 1840M and they are very close in terms of specs. Unfortunately the dealer also has a couple L4060 for just a bit more which my wife likes more, probably a bit much for my current needs, but...

I'm reverting to gas, corded or pneumatic tools. I don't use them professionally, I avoid the cost to replace batteries periodically as well as dealing with a dead battery when I need to use it. The cost of a new Milwaukee battery will buy a fair amount of gas or electricity.

Very timely thread as Im actively shopping for a new CUT with a cab. One dealer said they had an insurance company (maybe affiliated with MF) that offered a policy that would cover losses due to fire, rollover, glass breakage, and probably other mishaps as well. The dealer said most homeowner’s...

Looking for a new tractor to replace my Kubota B7800, something in the 40HP range and with a cab. Have considered a Kubota L4060, JD 3039, Boomer 40/50, and MF 1840M and at this point, the MF 1840M is the leader in the clubhouse. It comes well-equipped and is considerably less expensive than...

I have turf tires on my B7800 (F: 24x8.5-14, R: 13.6-16) and am thinking of converting to R4 as my current tires are nearing the end of their life. Will shifting to R4s entail new rims as well? If I'm reading the manual correctly for R4 they recommend a 23x8.50-14 for the front and a 12.4-16...

Looking at these front mount mowers, I would appreciate getting a overall length measurement with the deck in the mowing and in the 90 degree positions. thanks in advance. Pat

Any word on July incentives from Kubota?

My dealer is asking $14.6K for a Z997 with 61" 7 iron deck, no suspension seat. Is this reasonable? TIA Pat

Am considering installing a block heater in my B7800, from what I can tell the install looks straightforward--any tricks to things to be aware of before I start? Thanks in advance. Pat

I'm considering purchasing a Wallenstein BX42 to use on my B7800. I'm wondering how this chipper does on the lighter stuff, like brush, or tree/bush trimmings (not dried leaves)? I've seen a Woods 5000 in action and it does a pretty respectable job on the small stuff--though it is more...

Anyone have any experience with Conestoga Buildings out of Harrisonburg VA? I'm thinking of using them to erect a pole building for me. Thanks in advance.

A local dealer is quoting a price of $812 for a new Woods GB60 Box Blade. Does this seem reasonable? As a check another dealer is selling 60" Landpride for $1100. thanks Pat

I'm getting ready to change the transmission and hydraulic fluid in my Kubota and I have 2 gal of UDT on hand, I estimate needing 5 gal total. The manual calls for Super UDT is "super" much different than "regular" UDT? Judging from the price it's nearly 2 times better :eek: Thanks Pat

I'm looking to upgrade from my BX2200, it's primary use will be mowing, though I want an FEL for spreading mulch, fill dirt and general chores around the house. These two models are priced within $500 of each other at a local dealer, both equipped with a 60" MMM and FEL. In my view the 2920 as...