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I welded up some I beams and used a sono tube filled with concrete for weight to help level my food plots. Works good so far.

Kubota just came out with a new gasser UTV. Reading the stats it sounds impressive with the dump box engine braking etc. Listing around 14,600. Any thoughts??

A few autimn pics from this last weekend.

Does anyone own one of these? I was thinking of selling my Polaris ranger 500 efi and getting one of these as a step up. I need downhill braking, and I like the load capacity of the Honda in the specs. I had many Hondas and never had a problem with them. For that matter my Polaris Rancher 500...

Still quite a bit of snow on the ground for this time of year but had a great time digging out and getting ready for spring at my cabin. L3130 has never let me down...

The Emerald ash borer is killing a lot of trees in my area so I might as well start using the wood before it's too late.. Kubota worked out well as I was a 1 man work party.

I just bought 11 gallons for my scheduled Hydraulic change on my Kubota 3130 GST. I paid 102 dollars per 5 gallon bucket and 42 dollars for the hydro filter. On top of that I got a 10 percent veteran discount on the total bill which I thought was pretty neat. I always put the correct best...

Not to start a war on brands and such but I feel the need to mention this..... As you cruise through the other brands of tractors a lot of folks are posting about a lot more problems than Kubota owners are posting on the Kubota boards. I am a Kubota owner and glad I bought one. It seems there...

I just came back from my property and had to put the charger on my poor Kubota as the battery has finally decided to weaken substantially. I want to replace the one that has been in there for seven years but I forgot to see what group or dimensions it had on it. I want to pick one up and install...

Couple of vids of trails I did with my tractor. View from UTV. Upper Trail Video by gizmo285 | Photobucket

Ordered the tires and received them in 2 days free shipping. Can't wait to put them on. I have a 2012 Polaris 500 efi and I wore out the Stock 489's. These should be a huge improvement over the stockers.

I am running underground 2x2x2x4 al underground cable 85 ft from my cabin to my pole barn. I am going to come out of my panel in cabin with 60 amp breaker and go to sub panel in pole barn to a 50amp breaker. I will be using a separate ground bar in the sub panel to separate neutral and ground...

While surfing the net I came across another tractor board I was never on and it was pretty informative. Just thought I'd pass it along.. TractorLife.com: Welcome to TractorLife.com

I found a scanned copy of my instructions of how to install a freeze plug block heater. It took me about a half an hour a few years back. If anyone living in a cooold climate wondered what it entails I hope the instructions help you..

Found this on CL. Interesting............Seems like a super deal. Never Used Kubota Diesel Engines (2)

Fired up the smoker and made some venison sticks. Kept me busy for the whole day. Hardest part is cleaning up after your done.

I cut down a tree I thought was an ash but after further review I don't know what it is. It was very stringy when splitting and the heartwood was quite red. Here are some pics and see what you think.

This guy was hanging around my cabin and scared the well out of my grandkids..

Here are a few fawn and mama pics from the other day. The little one was doing sprints back and forth and then would cuddle under mama and take a drink. My wife and I had a great time watching the show. Pics aren't real clear because they were through my window. The little one was playing just...

I finished this up a couple of weeks ago. It is 6ftx8ft and built on 6x6's. The bugs were biting but I got her done. Built it all out of PT wood and a metal roof. Should last till my grandkids are old enough to deer hunt. Sure better than the 3 2x4's I used to stand on .....The finishing touch...

A vid of my Kubota 3130 grooming my trails...The second one is climbing my 18 degree grade. Doesn't look it but veeery steep and off camber.......... DSC_0062.AVI - YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwdLzR-9aZA&feature=youtu.be

I was wondering in real life experiences what UTV has great downhill braking ability using the engine to slow the vehicle without using the brakes? I am in the market for a UTV and have pretty steep hills to contend with. Your opinions are appreciated. I was looking at Polaris, Yamaha, Husqvarna...

I just found a set of instructions I copied when I installed my freeze plug block htr a couple years back. If someone is planning on getting one here is how they are installed so you know in advance. Hope it helps someone................

I just bought an Ariens Deluxe 2 stage 28" snowblower w/ Polar Force engine at Home Depot. They were back-ordered already. I only had to wait a week and now I have it. My son bought one last year same model and he said it's a real beast and he used to work at SEARs many moons ago and sold...

Here is one all the other brand owners can critique.... Comments??? ?Mostly Stock? Ford F-250 Runs 182 MPH at Bonneville .: Articles

This snake was apprx 18 inches long and I found him under a rock. I live in Western NY. Can't seem to find a match on an internet search. It looked out of the ordinary to me that's why I took the pics.............??????

Luckily it seems he is alright...... Somerset man hurt in tractor mishap - Niagara County - The Buffalo News

Walked by the window of my cabin. I'd say she has her hands full. I counted nine lil ones...

I was cutting the grass at my cabin an about 30 feet down a slope Lo and Behold I spotted some dots.. It was there for a whole day and mom didn't come back as of this morning. Hopefully she'll be back and I didn't approach and let Nature take its course.Melted my heart though.

Some frequently asked questions on TBN answered here from Kubota. Oils, engine manufacture dates etc. For what its worth... Kubota Engine America - Compact Diesel Engines

Oils to use, date of engine manufacture etc. For what its worth..... Kubota Engine America - Compact Diesel Engines

Was up at my TSC today to buy some bolts in bulk and checked out the attachment inventory. Looks like they are gearing up for the spring because they had to have at least 8 tillers, 5 Middle Busters, a couple sub soilers and about 3 rectangular frame discs and quite a few brush cutters...

I hope this is the last big snow of the season. The snow started coming in late fall and hasn't let up all winter. Enough is enough. It was fun in the beginning but now I can't wait to smell the freshly mown grass.. Anyone else feel this way??:laughing:

Took a ride up to my cabin with my son to help shovel off the roof. There was quite a bit of snow up there. Couldn't make it up the driveway with my truck so my son carried the ladder and I carried the shovels. The roof had almost 4 foot of snow on it. As you can see from the roof. My son...

This was a one really neat vid of the struggle for survival. The end tells it all.... Have a Merry Christmas.................... The Bear - Film by Jean-Jacques Annaud

Here are some pics I took around where I work this morning. The pics aren't the best because it's 6:45 AM and not too light. Some of these deer have to be 6-7 yrs old and yes they are Wild Whitetails. I was in Awe the last few days as to the size and amount of Incredible bucks in a small area...

I have a lot of Grey mice around my cabin but this little rascal was light brown and had a super long tail. Body size about 3 1/2 inches....I am in Western NY... Thanks.

I just picked up a 2 bottom plow for a great price and I think it is a Ferguson but I really don't know that much about them. It has coulters w/ grease fittings and a trailing wheel. Any help or tips would be more than welcome. Thanks..

Has anyone used one of these and how good are they for smoothing and breaking up the chunks? How does the single roller fare as compared to the double roller? Is the soil ready for seed after using one of these??? I know it's no Harley Rake but is 1/4th the price. Thankd..

I finally decided to get my tires loaded with Rimguard. I called around and a New Holland Kubota dealer quoted me $725.00 for the rears which are 14.9X24's. 55 gallons per tire 110 gallons total. I called the place where i bought my tractor from and he said they take a minimum of 10% profit and...

I ran across this board and didn't know if you other Orange guys knew of it. I think it's a great place to leave your comments with problems and hopefully you get a reply. I hope it helps someone out...:) KIOTI - run ahead of the pack!

Does anyone on here own a Ford V-10? I just traded my 2005 5.4 in for a new Ford 350 v-10 because I couldn't stand the lack of power in my 250 when I was pulling my trailerand all around driving. I couldn't justify buying a diesel because I only had 25K on my 2005. I have been averaging between...

My son needed some tree pulled out because the deer ate the bottoms off of them. The ones to left of the pool were destined to go. After a little yanking and carrying to the curb the job was completed. About 22 Arborvittes and a pine tree... I know you like pics so here they are. Total time...

I acquired 4 I beams 6"x4"x4"x 1/4" X10 feet long and am wondering what kind of project I can make for my my 3Pt hitch or other tractor related purpose. Any ideas??? What would you use them for? I have a welder and a saw...

All us folks that live in the north, should we be living in a warmer climate??? As I'm getting older my bones are starting to ache with the sub zero and long hard winters. Has anyone thought of moving farther South where you have warmth for maybe 6 months??

I just stopped in at my TSC store and picked up their new 2009 catalog. The 3 pt equipment is now made or imported from County Line Tractor supply. On the equipment page it says Quote " TSC is proud to introduce our new brand of high Quality, competitively priced ag products." It also states...

After years of not having a freeze plug heater I have to say it makes a huge difference in the sound of the engine in Cold weather. Instead of sounding like loose ball bearings flying around inside the cylinder it is actually quite quiet on initial startup. To me , It was worth the few bucks it...

Here are a few pics of the economy getting tough. Might be an older pic but I can foresee this with the gas prices being high.

I just got back from dinner and my VFW for a few POPs and I would like to thank all the other veterans on this board for serving... Freedom isn't cheap and many lives have been changed by war. Thanks to all whom served... John...

Here are a few pics from the last weekend up at my cabin. Nature at its best...

When you look at skidsteer vs tractor the hydraulic flow is quite different. Why don't tractors have the same amount of flow as the bobcats etc to run more intense hydraulic implements? Just curious.

Finally got around to using my chainsaw mill. I first carried a 14 ft tree down my hill with the trunk in my bucket so i didn't get mud and dirt all over the bark. It was a little scary coming down the hill with it but I took it very slow. I used a 16 foot ladder for the first cut to make...

TSC had them on sale and I picked one up for $348.00 because they said they aren't carrying them anymore. So I picked one up and bought some 6011 and 7018 rods. I was welding at about 100 amps dc+. I am open to criticism of these poor welds. Too fast? Not enough juice. Too close?? Too far. I...

Had a day off today and did a little project for a guy who wanted to expand his fenced in area for his miniature horses. It was a nice day but the Black Flies were sure nibbling. Put in 22 holes in about 40 minutes. Didn't even bust a shear pin which is a first..... Another Great Day...

Is it just my Imagination, or have the prices really escalated at Tractor Supply. I was in there today and got a sale paper which the sale starts next week. I get home and go online and the prices are the same online as they will be when the sale starts. It seems like everything recently got...

Put 30 miles on my ATV this past weekend. It wasn't too bad Friday but got quite cold Saturday. Had a great couple days off...It was really icy under the thin crust of snow. ;)

I have been going to TSC's in my area for the last 8 years and it just seems to me that when they opened more and more stores around the country the prices sure got elevated. I think previously they were Farm and fleets. I know metal has gone up but the price on some of their 3 pt stuff really...

I got a price of $8200 installed for a BH 90. Does this seem in the ballpark? I know the Bh 75 is cheaper but tough to dig the depth for septics.. Is this a decent price w/ 16" bucket?? I'm trying to spend money to get the economy and stock market cranking once again..:)

I found this little vid that was pretty cool. A Bro-Tek root ripper in action. Bro-Tek Ripper Tooth Demo with - Yahoo! Video

After 2 years and 200 hours on my 723 loader I did something today that caught my attention. I was dumping a bucket of snow and smacked my lever to the right and lo and behold it dumped like in float.. Slow but steady. The bucket didn't slam upon detent empty just a nice gradual empty. I tried...

Anyone lately gotten a price on a BH 90 with Subframe?? Just curious before I go to the dealer and try and get some prices. I have a 3130 and 723 loader...

I got this in an email and found it great reading. If you need some humor in your day read this.... For those who haven't read this yet, it's definitely worth reading. Unfortunately there is no validation or information about where it is from or any background whatsoever but its a good read...

Took my grandson out to find a Christmas tree and had a really great time. I hope it's something he remembers for a long time. How about some pics of your tree picking...

Maybe if I clean the snow off the seat Gramps will give me a ride. I watched him when he started it so maybe I'll give it a try. Sure don't want my mother to see me out here.. Maybe I'll get the loader going and move some snow... No wonders gramps stays out all day working with his...

Here are a few pics from around my cabin yesterday. It was kind of a dull dreary day but the colors were still vibrant. A little past peak color though.. Almost there Pond in the foregound and beautful colors. The start of my property on the right from the road and 800 foot of frontage.

I hear from everyone that once you use synthetic oil you can never go back to regular oil for the same engine. Is there any truth to this and what would be the reasoning? I'm sure someone here will have the facts...:)

I picked up a used Ford lawnmower circa 1985 that is in very good condition. It comes with a PTO operated impeller for the bagger that is really great. It is pretty heavy duty compared to the thin metal sold today. Never posted on the lawnmower board so this is a first. Here are some pics..

Here is another good link for those of you whom would like to get your loaded rear tractor tire off the rim and install a new one. Looks easy enough because there is no volume of the grunts, groans and sons of a b#$%^hes..Good graphical illustrations....... Manually Changing A Rear Tractor Tire

Below is a great tire file with explanations between all the types and what they are used for. Hope someone finds this useful. I thought it was very informative. http://asae.frymulti.com/data/pdf/6/crt2004/Lecture28.pdf

I ran in to a guy who owned one of these and he said it worked great. I guess he paid around $3300 for it but said it really worked great. He also said it reqally didn't beat the heck out of his tractor which was a JD 955. Anyone ever used one of these??

Anyone own a Ford YT16 w/ Kohler engine and 48" mowing deck? I was wondering about what year they are and what they are worth? Thanks in advance.:)

Finally hit the 100 hr mark on the Kubota and it seems like I just did the 50 hr maintinance. Can't beat the digital readout and Red wrench to remind you. Quite trivial maintinance now until the 200 hr mark. It's been running smoothly without a problem which is a good thing. Hopefully the...

Does anyone use the Pats easy change unit on a 3130? I was just trying to make sure they fit the telescoping lower arms. If you have them on yours do you also have the stabilizer bar? Any info appreciated.

This is like a dirt scoop but a little more intense than the ones TSC has to offer. Never saw these before and I am no way affiliated with this bucket. Just wanted to let you TBN'ers know whats new out there. Looks like it would work well even though the 3 PT arms weren't meant for pushing. eBay

I just received an email if I needed Yanmar parts. For those of you whom don't know where to get them here is the link. Hope it helps someone. Hoye Tractor

This was on the door of my truck the other day. Is it a newly hatched spider? The darn thing looked like a white octupus. It was white with a red mouth. If it was a baby I guess you can call me a baby killer. What do you think? It looked as though it had the texture of a mushroom.

This is a annex to my pervious post last November or so.. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/owning-operating/96597-would-you-go-up.html The weather has been very dry and I figured if I didn't give it a try now, It would be never. There was really only one part I was worried about because it...

Beautiful day today and had some time to do a little welding. I welded a hook on my auger boom and attached a pair of skidding tongs to it. Backed over to a stump. lowered the tongs and they opened nicely. Raised the 3 PT and up it came without leaving the seat. I have a lot of pine trunks I'll...

I was wondering how a 3pt auger frame [Minus powerhead and auger} would work as a boompole for something like skidding tongs? I think TSC's boompole is rated at 500# lift whereas the auger frame seems far superior in strength with a little less reach. Anyone used this setup??

A little expensive but had to be done. A picture of the Hydraulic filter with quite a bit of debris on the what I believe is a magnetic ring... Didn't really make a huge mess. A few splashes here and there.... Now I have piece of...

I have some pretty steep hills on my property and I was just wondering what kind of tractors you have and if you would attempt to go up this incline? Would you do it in forward or Reverse? I had my other tractor up here and I went in reverse with box blade and loader. It took quite a few tries...

Looking over the Kubota site I found this link that gave a lot of info on models and years including implements. In case anyone is interested in the possible year an older Kubota was made etc. Kubota Tractor USA - Prior Products

I can't believe I pulled it out of Grandpas garage.... He always told Grandma he was tired when he got off his tractor after using the loader and stuff. Where's the Joystick???? This is quite a bit of fun but I'll never tell Grandma that!!!!! Now I know why gramps is always on his...

Here are a few pics of very, very serious snow.... Kind of overwhelms the equipment...

Stopped at the dealer today and the new catalogs were out for the 07's. What caught my eye was the new HST Plus. It has a HST Response control to go with the rask. Also a Hydro 6 speed with load sensing and stall guard. Looks simple to use but complicated if something goes wrong. I know Kubotas...

Here's a link to the nine foot of snow that has fallen in Oswego in New York State. This is some serious snow with more on the way... Your Snow Photos; Our RAW Footage - NewsChannel 9 WSYR

I ordered my toothbar on Wednesday and received it today. I had a 5' Markhem on the other tractor I sold and it wasn't slotted. This one on the 6 footer was. I guess it's so you can loosen the nuts, slide it and flip the bar up if needed and keep it attached. I mounted it with the holes to the...

A while back I found a post here somewhere on how to build a Mega Mouse Catcher. I'll be headed up to my cabin this weekend and I'm going to do a little trapping. Here's my concoction. As you notice I even put a piece of wire on there to strap some bacon or cheese to. I'm going to put some...

I picked up a drawbar and a Clevis hook @ TSC today. My skidding tongs should be here tomorrow. I'm going to hook the tongs to the hook and away I go. Don't need a drawbar lock or Top link. Just pick it up and go. I hope. What do you think??

I got it for a great price and the smile on the face is priceless.... This baby has some severe horsepower!!!! I hope I'm on the Differential lock............ Grandpa told me NEVER tell My mother I was having fun!!!! Think I'll go in now and tell her I need a nap after all the hard...

About how much does it cost to register a trailer around the good ole US. I just bought a 10K trailer and it initially cost me $148.00 for the year in New York. That was includinding a $50.00 title fee transfer. So basically it will cost me $98.00 a year in this state to have it registered for...

What is the going price for Super UDT in your area? Just wondering if most dealers are in the same ball park? Thanks.

I picked up a set of Halagons with fuse and switch and am looking for where to get the power from under the seat. I have a 3130.. Here's a few picks of whats under the seat. Heres a pic of the lights I picked up at Harbor Freight for $9.99 on sale.. Where do you suggest I start??? Do...

I got a price today of $7600 installed with a 16 inch bucket. The salesman said they charge $400 for the istallation because it is a pain in the rear for the initial setup. $7200 to do it myself. Is that a good price??? How much would a comparable Woods Hoe cost?

Which freeze or frost plug do they pop out to insert the heater on a 3130? Is it easy to access to install the heater or a PITA? I found one @ a dealer for $54.00. Winter is fast approaching.... Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. John

Has anyone used a 12" Speeco Standard duty auger and a 12" Heavy Duty Speeco auger. I know the HD has double flights but it takes the same size shear pins. What would be the advantage of the HD over the standard. I have a 9" standard duty and am going to buy a 12" Monday be it standard or HD...

I took these pics this morning. They say a nasty weather front is once again approaching. The mess from all the downed trees is even cleaned up yet. If it's true, "Red Sky in the morning, Sailors take warning," we have to be prepared to Batten Down The Hatches once again. These are untouched...

I have a Katz heater for a lower radiator hose I purchased a year or so ago when I had my other tractor and never used it. Does anyone know the diameter of the lower radiator hose on a 3130? Would you use one of these or use a freeze plug heater? Thanks for your inputs...

I was up at my cabin over the weekend and was moving some deck boards around. As I flipped one over there was a Bat on the bottom that I must have whacked with another deck board. In the pic you can see the bone sticking out in his wing. I was going to toss him off the porch but it went into...

Here are a few pics of my Grandson and Grandaughter on their first pumpkin patch outing.... What more can I say????? Pics are worth a million words....

I was wondering what the output is of the stock alternator on a new 3130? I was thinking of adding some worklights and hope it has enough juice to run them. Thanks...

What if you used double the amount of power service by mistake and boosted the cetane up too much? Would the compression rate go up in the cylinders? Also when you buy winter blend fuel is that cetane boosted or is that just the addition of anti gel?? Thanks........

Here is my little grandson 10 months Old getting his first haircut.........

Does anyone know the size of the lower radiator hose on a Kubota 3130? I want to install an inline heater with the cold weather approaching. What would yous' prefer. Freeze plug or lower radiator hose??? John

Stopped by a Homier tool show in town today and think I found a couple of good deals. I bought a self darkening welding hood for $29.95. Struck a few arcs with the mig welder to test it out and seemed to work well. Also bought a 120V chainsaw sharpener for the same price. $29.95. Didn't try that...

Coming up on 50 hour service and was wondering what all you Kubota owners decided. Did you do the filter and fluid changes or did you pay the price @ your dealer. If you did the service yourself, what did you save and moreover what did you learn?? What would you do next time??

I saw this scraper blade on EBAY and I kind of like the concept of it. Seems like it would work well. Has anyone had any experience with this scraper blade? It seems a little light @ 400 pounds but the add says no washboarding. Any comments...

A few pics of my grandson in awe with my tractor...Kind of looked like me when I first bought it....

I was going to pick up a box blade for my new tractor and I was wondering if anyone has experience in using both the hinged and non hinged? What are the advantages to the hinged and drawbacks if any. TSC has the 6 foot regular LD for 459.73 and the med Duty Hinged for $645.58. I think there is...

I picked up my new 3130 today with 723 loader and oversized Ags. Will be putting it through its paces starting Friday for two weeks. I'll be up at my land and breaking it in gently. From what I have experinced so far ... It's a very nicely built, ergonomically for me, and actually quite Quiet...

The ole Jinma performed impecably spreading 30 tons of gravel. I dug the ground down about 4-6 inches and laid in the number 2's. I still have to put the fines on top and I'll probably do that the end of next week.

During my lunch today I cruised by a Kubota dealer for some prices. I was looking @ a 3130 GST w/ 723 loader and AG tires. I got a price of $18,300. The Heavy duty bucket was $400 more. To go up to the 3430 he said was $1000 more. Is this a good price and would anybody move up 3 HP for a...

During my lunch today I cruised by a Kubota dealer for some prices. I was looking @ a 3130 GST w/ 723 loader and AG tires. I got a price of $18,300. The Heavy duty bucket was $400 more. To go up to the 3430 he said was $1000 more. Is this a good price and would anybody move up 3 HP for a...

I finally got the King Cutter rotary cutter together today. It was quite a chore without a C-Clamp to get the nuts on and the braces caught. Here's the first pic of how high the grass was. You can see it next to the tractor..

I have a 2 cylinder 224 that is a real 22 hp and was wondering what size brush hog it will handle. I was thinking 5 foot because it will be cutting mostly tall grass not 2 inch wood debris. I have a few fields I will use it on and its not really brushy. Those are hardwood Cherry seedlings in...

Had to work today but had 2 hours to play in the dirt afterward. My friend got 15 yds of topsoil delievered today and I gave him a hand.

What engine would have more torque with the same displacement?? A 20 HP 2 cylinder or a 20 HP 3 cylinder?? I would think the 2 cylinder because of the longer stroke but I'll wait for the experts here to respond........This was a little debate my son and I were having.

My Son-InLaw wanted to know if I could peel off some sod in an area of roughly 15X40 feet. It would be no problem to do it but he wanted to reuse it after he raises the area with 6 to 8 inches of topsoil. Whats the best way to attack this. Plain bucket edge, bucket w/toothbar, boxscraper or rent...

I had a day off today and took a nice Quad ride up in the area of my cabin. Virgin snow and nothing around. Very nice day up there. There are pics on my website... http://users.adelphia.net/~gizmo/

I was wondering with all the knowledgeble people on here who would know how to figure out the amount of water pressure corresponding to the height of the holding tank. I have a natural spring that I get my water from roughly 60 to 70 ft higher elevation from my cabin that goes into a 250 gallon...

Ski slope on the way there.

Took a ride to tractor Supply today and as I was cruising with my cart saw some flapper valves. Wasn't sure what size to get but I bought a 1 1/4 inch. I was tired of the west wind trying to blow snow and rain into my 45 degree bend. Took a three wheel cutter and hacked it off right under the...

Just curious as to what a face cord of wood is going in your area.... In Western NY it seems to be around 75 to 85 dollars for a face cord of mixed hardwood delievered. As you get into the urban areas it can escalate to $100.00 or more..

Here is a link I found with pics with ome serious earth moving. Thought you might like it. http://www.pbase.com/smbloom/lake2

I found this pic doing a google search. Lot of rubber to the pavement here..............

Whats the easiest way to increase the rear tire stance for stability? Switch each tire to the opposite side with wheel weight on inside? The manual leaves a lot to be desired. How many inches will the increase be? Thanks.

Finally hauled my tractor up to the property once again and put it through the paces. Ran really well but it was still quite muddy up there. Buried some water lines with the middle buster and various other jobs. Pics on my website.. http://users.adelphia.net/~gizmo/

What do you think the outcome will be with this wood chipper won on Ebay?? Think its Legit?? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7505615101&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT

I was driving up to my cabin and spotted this behumeth monster. Thought you'd like to see it....

Which is the preferable Hydraulic Fluid for a Jinma 224? I am going to change out the fluids next week and would like some thoughts. Also I'll be changing the transmission oil. Input appreciated..

I don't own a Yanmar but ran across this link on how to install a loader on a Yanmar so I thought I would post it here for your information. Help it helps someone.... http://www.hoyetractor.com/loaderinstall.htm

Has anyone put in an aftermarket fuse panel for a Jinma 224? If you did, where did you get it. I was thinking a marine {boat} supply place. I haven't checked with TSC. The original is sorta sloppy holding the fuses. John

Just a little thank you to Affordable Tractors for being so quick on sending the part out I needed. Didn't even buy the tractor from him and I received a part with no charge.......That's something that doesn't happen often in the real world!!!!!!! I wish as a dealer you were closer to me...

I read a few posts where people said it's not good to use windshield wash or anti freeze etc in your tires for added ballast because of the corrosion. I don't understand the problem when you are running tubes.

Just ordered a 60" toothbar. Cost was $200.00 + shipping. Very professional and polite on the phone. Says will be here in 2 days. Won't use it till spring but can't wait to start ripping into some roots and brush and gravely soil. 2 more months of winter to endure first.................

I was wondering if anyone has the part number for the Napa or equivilent Upper/Lower and Bypass hoses for a Jinma 224 2 cylinder. I looked on John's board and the Ctoa and the seem to have vanisehed. Tomorrow will be the last warm day around here and I'm off from work so would like to accomplish...

I had my Jinma 224 for over a year but never realized what a difference a loader means to getting work done. Had a few issues with the JInma with few hours on it but for the last 120 hours all I did was put diesel in it and worked it to the limits. It seems to just be getting broken in to be...

Good to see all the Chinese tractor owners have no problems or need info on their tractors. I've been working the heck out of mine and so far so goood..... John K http://users.adelphia.net/~gizmo/

My son and I installed a gate up at my cabin for the driveway. Sure glad I have an auger for the tractor. The rocks are horrendous. 3 Shear pins and presto. Heres a link to the fiasco. http://users.adelphia.net/~gizmo/thegate.html here's a link to rest of the webpage with more tractor...

I snapped this pic of a newly hatched bird in its nest minutes after it left the egg...........

My son and I got in a discussion about what is harder to crank over. A diesel of 30 HP or a 6 cylinder car gasoline engine. Would it take more torque to turn over the 22:1 30 HP diesel or the 7.5 to 1 gas engine. I figured it would take a higher torque starter for the diesel and my son says no...

I picked up a middle buster last week to put in some 4" corragated drain. I was quite suprised at how well it worked for what I wanted it to do. I had to clear out the bottom with a square shovel but it cut a very nice trench. The soil is rocky and clay and as you can see from the picture it has...

I would like to know the advantage a tiller has over discs? You can do 10X the work with the discs as the tiller and don't have to worry about shear pins etc. Once it's turned with a bottom plow and the soil is half dry the discs do a great job. Whats the tillers' advantage on a 1/2 acre or acre...

That was pretty scary the blackout in the Northeast. I live south of Buffalo NY and the power was out for quite a while in still is in most parts. That was one massive blackout and hopefully everyone it affected made out okay........ JOHN K

I have a one bottom plow and was wondering if a middle buster would do the same thing just twice as fast for turning the soil. Also could the middle buster be used for making ditches to lay 4" PVC drain lines? Thanks. John