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Put pvc on the back and painted. Turned out good

Simple…just tell them that you want your free oil change every 5k miles. If they say no…then walk out. Give it a day and they will be calling you. Also, your first oil change should be around 1500 miles…lotsa wear in material and leftover factory shavings in the block

Best way to repair this step? Form wasn’t pulled in time. Have tried concrete repair product along with concrete mix. Last for about a year until water gets behind and flakes off.

Can anyone tell me what kind of bush this is??

So prepping for my future Polebarn I had to cut down and remove a dozen or so trees. Had an excavator come out and rip out the stumps. I sifted thru with my box blade and brought in 100yards of bank run fill dirt. The depth of the fill dirt because of the slope ranges from 6” on one end and up...

The garden didn't do very well this year...after getting a soil analysis I decided to move it for next year. Brought it closer to the house as well. The new area will still need some organic material and decided to plow it today in preparation of bringing in some manure. My son (12 year old) has...

Working on finishing my basement. I have 11 7/8 TGI floor joists that I will be attaching drywall to. There is the furnace ductwork that I had to build a soffit around to cover. The soffit comes out over 6ft from the beam of which the TGI is resting on. I'm trying to find information on how much...

Has anyone tried one of these newer ultra thin LED lights? I see that they came out around 2014. I have a soffit that I recently build around some ductwork in the basement. I want to put recessed lights in it but there is not enough room for a conventional can light housing. This would work...

NOPE...My eyesight might be going but I'm not blind yet

I just picked up a GT54LS...to replace my 9 year old Craftsman. Been going back and forth between all the brands, zero-turns, residential vs commercial models. Finally decided to go with this tractor. The locking rear diff is what pushed me towards the Husqvarna. This model I feel falls in...

Looking to plant some trees this weekend here in Michigan...I want to border my property providing some wind protection and creating a little more privacy. Guy near me has 2' tall potted for a good price. Varieties of Blue spruce, Norway spruce, and Black hills spruce. I'm leaning away from the...

I know these are light duty but that is all I need. Looking at the King Kutter L-72-40-P6-FH for $1149 or the Frontier 2072 for $1250. Any thoughts one way or another? These are both shear pin but thinking about a slip clutch...worth the extra $? I see TSC has a slip clutch add on for $250.

Has any one used these HD drawer slides Drawer Slide, Full Extension, 48 in., Heavy Duty, 5 lb. Capacity, Zinc - Cabinet And Furniture Drawer Slides - Amazon.com or something similar to hang a wall on? I want to conceal a door in my basement (gun room) and have a sliding type wall in front of...

Well I ended up buying it. Was in pretty good shape but will need new blades. Even with worn blades it does cut nice. Ran pretty good until I hit a rock and broke a couple blades resulting in vibration issues. Probably going to sell it and get a brush hog. For the areas that I will be mowing I...

Going to go look at a 7' Alamo Flail mower tomorrow. I had a 5' brush hog but recently got rid of it with plans to replace with a 6' unit. I had thought about a flail mower in the past but the price of them along with the cost of repairing / replacing the many blades steered me away. This one...

Narrowed down to these two models. Husqvarna has the 24HP Kaw 730 motor, 52" fabricated deck, Hydro gear G7 transmission. OTD pricing at $3178. I was leaning this way until I started to read some reviews on the quality of the cut and issues with grass building up and clumping. I like some of...

Grass is coming in after 7 days...

Found a Landpride overseeder to rent about an hour from me. Put it to work today. Did an awesome job!

Has anyone used the landpride primary seeder for overseeding their lawn or pasture? I've used their overseeder unit (OS1548 I believe) in the past with great results. Problem is the place I rented from does not carry the overseeder anymore. They do have the primary seeder for rent which they...

Looking at these two (3) UTV models. The etx is basically the same as the 570 but with a smaller engine and approx $750 less. Will be used for work and play on our 25 acres along with state land trail riding once or twice a year. Anyone have real world feedback on these?

What a great idea for the flag mount on your off road vehicle. Easy on and off .

What a great idea for the flag mount on your off road vehicle. Easy on and off .

I' m planning on building a 3 sided shed or run-in shed that some might call it. Will be using rafters sloping the roof from 8' in front to 6.5' in the rear. Span will be 12' with 16" on center. Debating on size of rafter. Live in Michigan with snow in winter. Thinking 2 x 8 will suffice?

Well, my 10 year old Craftsman 54" deck lawn tractor is near its death. Planning on upgrading to a zero-turn and have been doing some research this week. A good comparison chart is scarce out there so I decided to create my own. I'm focusing on the High end homeowner / low end commercial units...

Have a home tucked in the woods with about 100ft of lawn between the house and trees. Mosquitoes have been bad over the years but ticks have been worse. Have to check dogs everytime they come back in. I have a backpack pump sprayer but looking to invest in something larger min 30 gal size...

Not sure why I would be challenged on this?? I know what I have.

If anyone is interested I took a video of my Landpride power rake. Its an older model and has seen its day, but still works well for the small jobs that I use it for. Great for prepping seedbeds, leveling, removing rocks, food plots, keeping my trails clear... Landpride Power rake - YouTube

John Deere (2013) 4120 tractor...I just ordered a hyd pressure gauge and will be confirming my PSI at the loader connection to confirm I'm at the recommended 2500 PSI specifications. Can someone confirm that the adjustment screw is the correct one in the pic? This is viewed from the back.

I'm looking for an economical option to concrete for a 24 X 24 size basketball court for the kids. Has anyone tried crushed asphalt (Asphalt millings)? I can get the material that I need for around $250. Having someone do the concrete will run me around $2K.

One year old fridge, icemaker suddenly started making this noise tonite. Before I go tearing into it deeper any ideas of what it might be?? https://youtu.be/rlqhdcMoSIA

Completed the house last year and continuing to work on the new homestead. Really want and need a polebarn, but will have to wait a few years while rebuilding the bank account..lol. Have a garage full of stuff with no room for the vehicles. I'm thinking of building a 3 sided shed to house the...

Just reading some of my old posts... Forgot to update this one. First deer shot from the new blind. Looking forward to the upcoming season!

Do it right the first time. T posts will not hold. I debated between blocks and treated lumber with my 24' retaining wall at my walkout. I liked the look of the wood better and was 30% the cost of the block that I was looking at. The treated lumber that I used is for wood basements. They have a...

2013 John Deere 4120 I'm getting a "screeching" sound in the front when under heavy load such as coming in to a pile of dirt with the loader. Sounds possibly like the hydro relief valve? I can get it to do it as well when I do a hard acceleration in high gear such as the example in the video...

How often are you guys changing your fuel filter?

Ok, we all know that "lugging" a tractor is not good for it. What do you consider lugging? For light loads and driving around I keep my RPM right around 1700-1800. That puts it right at the "economy" PTO recommended range according to my speedometer. I don't like driving "wide open" all the...

JD 4120 pulling a 72" King Kutter light duty disk. Does a pretty good job prepping the food plot. Wanted the heavier duty disk but went this route since I really won't be using it a great deal. I'm satisfied. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrGiVPUsjdE

I have a 2013 4120 with 104 hours on it. At about 60 hrs I started to get a "howling" noise when turning the steering wheel. It would come and go. I would also loose power steering on occasion as well. I planned on replacing the hydro fluid but was planning on taking it to the dealer for another...

Have a Lennox Brentwood woodburning fireplace with the optional blower fans. The blower is plugged into an outlet inside the unit. A rheostat is also spliced in line to adjust the blower speed and turn off manually if needed. There is a thermostat that mounts to the bottom of the fire box that...

I'm planning on building a firewood bin for the garage. Thinking of putting it on wheels so that I can move it around as needed. Maybe make a couple shelves in it for kindling and newspaper. Not sure how big I want to build it yet, maybe a half or full face cord? Wood is used for supplement...

Just completed my new home. In the basement I had a room added under the porch cap. Size is 6 X 20 with 10" concrete walls and 8" concrete porch cap above. No utilities in this room and is unheated. I have been planning on making a small room within this space ( 6X8 ) a location for my guns and...

Love mine as well. Nice staying dry when the weather gets bad. Extends my huntin season.

Is anyone familiar with how the JD Powertech engine operates during cold starts? I had a rough idle which was corrected by replacing the thermostat. Didn't get the complete explanation, but apparently the valves are designed to not open completely and the timing is advanced until the engine is...

I'm looking to mount a 6' wide by 9" deep by 2.75 thick cherry wood mantel above the wood fireplace. Trying to figure out the best way to mount it. Don't wish to add corbels below for support. I'm thinking of adding a backer board in between the studs in the wall. Then screwing (lags) from...

In the process of building a new home with forced air heat. I noticed a possible issue with the location of the furnace looking at the print before start of construction and was told that it shouldn't be a problem. Well, here we are and the issue has arisen. My basement will be half finished...

Lot of neat new features and it is Yanmar powered now. Don't like the new price though.

Yep, got it all together today. Just a few more things to tidy it up and we'll be ready for hunting season!

Had to stop a minute to take a pic

I'm going to have approx 3 acres of lawn that I will mow only 2 or 3 times a year. Just want to keep it tamed. I currently have a brush hog that will do the job, but may want to have more of a finish cut so thinking about a finish mower. Will a finish mower handle grass that will be at times 12"...

Getting ready to dig the basement for our new home! Going over the final details of my print. We will have 9ft ceilings thru-out the home and am debating on what height to set the top of the windows. The plan shows the top of the window at 18" from the ceiling. My framer is suggesting 24". Most...

I have approx 4 acres of farm land that I am looking for some unique (profitable) ideas of what to grow to supplement my income with. A quick google search and I see herbs, bamboo, garlic, gourmet mushrooms, lavender, etc. anyone have any experience with any of these or any other ideas? Located...

Planted a 1/2 acre garden on recently purchased property this year. Wow, a ton of rocks! To prep I started to till with a 3pt mounted tiller and stopped because of all the noise and jumping. Decided that I will plow and disc until I can "hopefully" clear the majority of rocks over time. So I'm...

What's your thoughts? I like the slip clutch on an attachment like a rototiller but for a brush hog what do you think? I'm looking at a good deal on a new brush hog with the shear pin protection. The issue that I have with the clutch style is that you need to free it up and adjust every year...

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Got 40 hours on the new tractor (JD 4120) and found a nice slice near the edge of the front tire on three of the lugs. Must of cut on something sharp in the ground while clearing property. One is close enough to the side to eventually tear off. All about a 1/2" deep. Anyone know of a type of...

Got the food plot in, planted 175 seedlings, and now clearing a location for the house.

Looking for the best tool to ensure proper seed depth. Will be putting in food plots (clover) and a new lawn (2 acres) this fall. What seems to work the best for good seed germination? I have a 4 ft harrow to drag behind a quad but concerned it may spread the seed around creating bare spots...

Debating upon which tiller to go with. Both have similar specs, the Ansung has a 5yr warranty on the gearbox. From what I can tell the County Line (King Kutter) is 1 yr. Anyone have experience with the Ansung brand? The County Line is going for around $1650 at TSC and the Ansung is $1950 at a...

Looking to install security cameras around the outside of our future home that we are building this spring. Thinking a of a 4-6 camera system with DVR and smartphone access. Want a good quality system. Anyone have a brand suggestion or the best place to shop?

Have a new john deere 4120 tractor with approx 12 hrs. Been used for only plowing snow so far. I've noticed a clunk in the rear area when coming to a forward stop. Doesn't do it in reverse. I did a quick check of the nuts and bolts underneath and everything seems tight. I tried it with and...

Bought 25 acres and on one side it connects to another 20 some acres which will most likely be split into multiple build sites. This side is all tillage with no trees. I want to start a tree line on the property line. Thinking of planting some Norway spruce and maple trees along with some...

Coming up on my first 10hr lube job on my JD 4120 with 300CX loader. In the manual it recommends a John Deere SD Polyurea grease or a HD Lithium Complex grease. Which type are you guys using and why. I believe the Polyurea is the factory lube.

Just took delivery of a new John Deere 4120. What is the proper break-in procedure? Also, I see that JD sells a special break-in oil and assumed that the tractor would come with it from the factory. I emailed JD and they replied back that they do not use break-in oil in any of their tractors...

She's arrived!! Pics as promised.

I'm looking to purchase a used 7' rear blade this week. I have two that I'm trying to decide on. One is a rustier Land Pride for $200 and the other is a cleaner looking Woods for $400. The Woods has the tilt adjustment where as the Land Pride doesn't. I had a Frontier blade years ago with this...

Just got approved for 0% for 72 month financing plus $500 back on purchase of two implements. Will be delivered next week! They need to mount the 400X loader and get in the pallet forks. Been trying to decide for months of whether to go with the 3000 or 4000 series. After getting a ton of info...

As anyone used the "build your own" lately in the John deere website? It is showing $3k more for the base price on a 4120 compared to a month ago. I can't believe that they would increase the price that much for a 2014 vs a 2013 model? These as far as I know don't have the new tier iv engine...

Ok guys, I thought I had decided on which one but after driving both today I'm still undecided. Will be buying one this Friday before the John deere financing ends. ( dealer is offering 0% for 72 months) Both nice machines, both feel powerful. Will be clearing one acre of woods/brush for future...

For the 3000 series tractor owners that loaded their tires... How much stability has this added to the tractor? Do you notice a lack of power or more difficulty going up inclines due to the added weight?

Does the 4x20 series (john deere engines) have the auto bleed feature for when you run out of fuel? I know the 3x20 series (yanmar engines) do.

How many hours do you have on your John Deere 3000 or 4000 series tractor? What issues have you had during this time if any? What do you use it for?

Does anyone know why the cab option is not available on the 4120 like it is on the other 4000 series tractors? I'm not getting a cab, but was curious. The 4120 is the same frame size as the 4320 - 4720. I'm over my budget already on a new tractor but do like the size of the 4000 series over the...

Need some help guys...Can't decide between the two. Will be maintaining a total of 25 acres (mostly woods). Initially used to cut in some trails, after that only maintain. Brush hog 2-3 acres a couple times a year. Rototill / disc a 2 acre garden. Plow snow, landscape house etc. Property has...

Waiting to close on 25 acres and will soon be looking to purchase a tractor. Trying to decide between the models above. I sold a 4310 that I had a few years ago. It did everything I needed with only a few times wishing that I had a little extra HP. Now the 3320 is the replacement for the 4310...

Looking to find out what is a fair percentage off of list price. Quoted a 3320 at two dealers and initial non negotiated numbers are coming in at 11% off (JD website) list price.

We are in the process of purchasing our dream property of 25 acres. (20 woods / 5 tillage). Been thinking of all the things I want to do, house & barn location, food plots, deer stands, garden location, shooting range, etc. One of the first things that I want to do is put either a row of pine...

Does anyone own or have shot a Smith and Wesson 627 357 magnum 8 shot revolver? How is the quality? How does it shoot? Looks like a nice HD gun!

This is not an arguement over a handgun vs shotgun, right or wrong, I prefer a handgun for home defense for my own reasons. What I am struggling with is should it be a revolver or pistol? I have a S&W M&P 9mm compact that used to be my conceal carry. I have found another gun for that purpose...

Ok, I know this isn't a typical topic on this site, but most of you are like me, use common sense, and I value your opinions. I have a 2004 27' Jayco travel trailer which uses 30 amp service. I installed a 30 amp outlet at my home so that I can plug into and have full power and use of the unit...

Has anyone on here have experience moldboard plowing with their John Deere 3320 with Hydro. I realize that the type of ground will make a difference. What size do you use..one or two bottom? 12" 0r 16". Does the tractor seem to have enough power? How is the traction?

I know that there is no perfect gun for every situation, but what would be the best all around gun for the rural living? Something that would be used for home protection, shooting that coyote that is about to get into your chicken coup, the wild rabid dog coming towards your kids, a racoon in...

Hey guys...we are having a wedding reception in our polebarn this weekend. Its going to be 85 degrees which is actually cooler than it has been lately here is Michigan. The barn is uninsulated and 30 X 40. I am looking for ways to try to keep it cooler inside. Will have fans pushing air around...

This really doesn't fit with this website, but I know there are a lot of innovative people on here with good ideas...so here goes. I have this city water meter located in the closet of a rental home I own. It had a small leak that went undetected by the tenants until it soaked about a 8' x 8'...

Hey guys...I need some advice. I bought a 2002 JD 4310 3 years ago for $14K (included 430 loader, JD 6ft brush hog, ballast box). Only had 32hrs on it. (currently has 160hrs and is showroom clean - garage stored) Yes I know I stole it. I no longer have a need for it. (I do find uses for it, but...

What are your thoughts on moldboard plowing with a tractor with a hydro? I have a JD 4310 (32hp) and am thinking of purchasing either a one or two bottom plow and disc harrow to work my garden area every year? Soil is somewhat rocky so tiller takes a beating.