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When you cannot get tractor near a post, how about using a tire rim with chain over it. Never have myself but sure looks like a great idea.

My wife's granddaddy had a 1962 ford 601 with transmission like you have. No problem in shifting it between gears being reasonable. Many manual transmissions been used with no issues IF THE DRIVER paid attention. My brother in law still has it and as far as I know never any issue with the...

I am now 70. Living about 20 miles west of Myrtle Beach SC. So my northern friends will say how warm our winters are and I will say how cold they are. But how hot it is here is as much of an issue as how cold it gets. The rain. blowing sand, insects and more insects, I will take the cab. My last...

I have an EA grapple and did not know there was an issue when I began with your thread. Looked up EA and looks like not an option. But use mine a good bit on a Kubota L6060 and really like it. But it is not perfect to me. What I would look for, if moving tree limbs and such. I do not want a...

I was shocked to read EA was having a problem. I was impressed with them and have been a fan of their grapple I have. No, I did not try to read pages of post but as one pointed out strange things can happen and take a while for the true picture to come out. (the guy with the heart attack story)

I have a 60 hp Kubota with FEL. Added tooth bar and it really helps in solid dirt. No added value in loose dirt or if loading pieces of say wood or rocks (which we don't have). But you do not get a smooth leveling of dirt with it on the bucket. The only way I want teeth is on a bar that is easy...

We are in process of dropping cable at $128 per month and only streaming. Do what we are doing, use streaming while you still have your current service and really see if you are fine without it. Local news and weather are there on firesticks for us. Now live football has not found that on...

We had a few acres of woods logged a few years back. Some trees left to provide seedings on the land, but the trash was left where it was. Sure, I could have paid a few thousand to have it pushed up and then later burnt it but why? Seriously, why? It was not in the open as this land is, still...

Been years but I was a welding inspector for at that time a major company in their industry in heavy equipment. Some of the welds were just visually inspected, some were tested with nondestructive testing. I never heard of a weld on any part failing, sure there was some, but we never heard of...

I have the same tractor, you are saying you use first gear: high range I am certain. Yes that tractor has a high and low range and dropping to 4th in low range is not much a speed drop but with what you are doing could be a big help. Tall thick grass is the hardest cutting I have ever run any...

Call your State's Department of Insurance and talk with them.

If you don't want to disturb the ground, then move dirt into the low areas. Myself would recommend as you have already had, disk with disk that are large enough to level the dirt and then grade it.

The job I think that will need both hp and weight is the box blade. I had a JD (5525)somewhere in the 90s hp with four wheel drive. A real work horse. I had a 10 foot pull type box blade. Hardest work it had. Not in roots nor rocks but good heavy dirt. Also it was not a true heavy duty, deep box...

A tractor normally has indicator of engine RPM to get the designed PTO RPMs for the implement. Most mowers if rear mowers on smaller tractors run at 540 pto RPMS. If Belly mower I have no idea the rpms needed for that.

allenport, If you have a local tractor user near you ask if they can show you how to remove the pto shaft and trouble shoot it. Often tractor owners are rather helpful people willing to spend a few minutes helping a neighbor who is polite and asking. Some of this has to do with the rural...

I can agree that may not be money well spent, then it depends on what is around the tree. If cattle and it feel killing a couple, oh well. But if it were to fall on a person who was not aware of the danger... It just depends on what is reasonable to happen around it.

redman135 hit it. I think by digger he means excavator. Large excavator with thumb should be safe and reasonable easy. You should be able to lift the trunk to take most of the load off the split and root ball, cut that carefully and then pull the tree out the other trees. Depending on the...

Is there any chance the holes in the blades are just a little large allowing the blades not to be centered? Is it possible the holes are not in the center of the blades either side to side or lengthwise?

I used a fan under canopy that I bought from NAPA. Mounted it over my right shoulder, no issue with blowing into my eyes and was a help with heat and insects.

I have use tractors for few years with boom mower. This past Friday I came as close as ever to a roll over on the side. I was using a rear 3pth flail mower with hyd offset. Mowing the side of rural road to the road ditch, as shallow as 18" up to about 30". Did not realize my mower was dragging...

Sam, I have to look up your tractor and will begin with it will not work I don't think. What I found was an older tractor if that is not correct forgive me. No idea what it is like in your area but here would suggest you hire it done. If it cost a $1,000 a year that is several years of...

Eddie, is this an issue with a 12 foot batwing mower only or is it with narrower implements or you working around overhanding tree limbs? Just wondering for I would have thought a 12 foot mower would have you clear of most limbs. I have my second cab tractor and yes mirrors can be fun to keep...

Just wondering if the only reason you want them mounted that way if in case of needing to remove them for repair? Will the changing the tire spacing affect the use of the tractor say in row crop use or trailer it will fit on. Mine are setup that way and I want to pull them back in for...

If buying with selling it is of strong concern, WATCH THE BRAND in any product. Certain brands of knifes can increase in value and others worth nothing but a better quality product. In collecting brand name is very important.

Lady who works with me bought a used BX about two years ago. I have used with a small tiller. To me it was decent tractor and ran the tiller fine. Now that is dirt that has been tilled for years. One thing I think is correct it does not have CAT 1 3 point hitch. I know they have to get implement...

You just might find them premade if you do a search. I was able to for my Volvo excavator. The size seems reasonable common. Or if you have the ability to drill the shaft as needed see how tight a grade eight bolt would be. Of course you will not have the threads in the bearing area.

Interesting thread. I have always felt there is a point where weight added to a disk is placing extra wear on the bearings. I agree with someone who I think had concern on being able to overload the frame with added weight. In my experience seldom disked total virgin soil. It was said, use a...

It sounds like to me the valve controlling flow for the lift (one under the seat) is not opening up fully restricting the lowering. The pressure of the hyd oil from the pump is much more than the weight of your rake to push the arms down. It has been said already but be careful with arms up...

A easy way to run out a fuel issue is to take a can of WD 40, have air filter open and with the engine wanting to stop, shoot short bursts into the air intake. Your engine will run fine on WD 40, works with gas or diesel engine. If it is fuel issue you can keep it running by shooting short burst...

Also check your air filter.

Don't be shocked to find out it was not the clutch.

Not saying the tractors sizes mention would not do the job but for pricing, look bigger. I have two older Kubotas, one a M6800 (about 65 hp) and the other is a B2710 (about 27 hp). I was considering selling the M6800 before covid and was told the B2710 would sell for as much or more most likely...

I am sure you are well aware how well a snake is a climbing. Had an office years ago with a brick building right outside my window. It amazed me watching squirrels run up it but the snake's ability to climb on a brick wall surprised me.

I think, you need to be talking with a shop manager on thoughts. If you are not pleased with local shop manager let us know for there are some so to call regional dealerships that have great reputations.

I live in area much like you. When we moved here in 2000 I would look to see whose tractor was coming by, sadly I know it is the last farmer in our area. In last four years I have one that doubt has 50 hours on it. We are zone agriculture but also have been told by a farmer if I ever want...

I have looked at this thread off and on and most likely will not share anything not already said. I just turned 70 myself. I have three Kubota's, mostly by default. Have owned Case and JD, my favorite tractor even owned or driven was my JD. The first cab tractor ever and first ever with front...

I understand using a filter in a funnel, but I don't use a funnel, drop either the bulk tank hose nozzle in the tractor fuel tank to fill it or if using portable 5-gallon fuel tanks place their hose nozzle directly into the tank. But readying this post two things I have wondered on over the...

Why does not DC try this law: the US will be debt free by 2032. All it takes is the bill to be passed. Guess I best be visiting the mountains all I want too before then. Uphill may not be optional.

It is your option on hair length if you have the ability to grow it. My concern is not it being clean, it is it being safe. There is a lot of spinning parts on many machines if your hair is caught in it would have to be at least painful. Could be fatal. I try to avoid pain. Same reason I no...

When I was growing row crops a tractor running did not bother them. Never seen one when were working hay that I can remember but there was more equipment in the field working, moving faster and much more noise.

No idea the shape of that fuel tank but has a wasp in my B2710's tank doing what you described. Was able to take flashlight and see in it, not sure what I used to grab the wasp with. But, if something like the wasp that would float, maybe you could fill the tank full, then very slowly fill to...

In flipping it backwards consider if you have an oil bath for the drive that will drain.

Depending on the capacity of the remote system and the need for the mower you can use the remote valves. Be sure you have the fluid running the correct direction, so the mower does not run backwards. My guess is the remote system will not be sufficient to run the mower as desired. Also using the...

I have run a small farming operation with no livestock for 20 some years. I think you will want a tax account who does other farmers work. The one I had for years kept telling me I could not do this and must do that when i finally said, how many other farm tax returns do you do? My nephew was...

Just wondering here, could it be they were not able to prove the fire was totally due to the earthquake? We had a client who did not have flood insurance but the adjuster did approve some water damaged to a business because a front glass was damaged by the hurricane's wind allowing it to rain...

I know a lot about insurance, but there is a lot I don't. When I was selling house insurance it was interesting the people who asked me what they coverage was. Really your agent should be doing that. We have Wind Deductible here as we are in Hurricane susceptible area that is option to the...

Look for a split boot on shifter levels or one out of place. Water will easy run down a lever. After your tractor has set for a couple of days pull the drain plug just enough to let the fluid drip if possible. Water is heavier and it should come out first. If there is water in there often you...

What I see that is a 25 hp tractor. Big difference from 45. Shucks, 35 hp could be a major difference to 25 hp. I do agree the dealership(s) sound like did not train some of their employees. Maybe I missed it but did not see any size on the tiller. I have a M6800 Kubota with I think 65 hp on...

I am a licensed agent. Have not actively been selling property insurance for last few years. Do not depend on what others are telling you here, not they are not correct on their situation, but the laws and plans will from state to state. Last, I know State Farm will not insure anything related...

On your tractor, are you suppose to use the clutch when engaging the pto? If do you use it? Could the linkage need adjusting?

ONE WORD of caution with using a chain for a top link...do not back up a slope! I damaged a clutch as it lifted or titled the mower up to where it shoved the pto shaft. Some, really many mowers have a slot cut in the 3rd arm mount for flexing or floating type action, some do so with the...

No idea on the NH but I very much doubt you would be able to touch the fluid AT CORRECT fill from this hole. Look around the feet area and under the seat for a dip stick. Have seen them on the back of a transmission.

Can not enlage the pictures as much as need to see this but have two questions. It looks to remain on the lift arms which much lower under the pins on the attachment, this could be issue in not being able to lower an attachment as much as before, correct? About how much do you loss? Second, any...

I have no idea how common tubing a tractor tire is but know it is done and have had one or two done over the years. It could be a pin hole they are not locating or cannot plug. One place to watch for on tractor tires for leak some miss is the tire to rim. We tend to think it must be in the tire...

Eric, if you can, talk with the Shop Manager at a NH dealership and ask their opinion on the two tractor models. A good Shop Manager if approachable can be a wealth of info. Often tell the facts in a few minutes.

Think it was my High School Gym teacher who said profanity proved a limit vocabulary. As I grew understood it more and more.

My JD was a pain when I change the fuel filter once. Turned out had some trashed on the gasket just enough to prevent it fulling sealing. When I change a fuel filter I top it off if possible. Then with helper will shoot WD 40 into the air intake while they are cranking the engine. A diesel or...

The model of the tractor would help. But on my Kubotas have one that is a screw in above the 3rd arm connection (plastic and turned by hand only). My other two would have to look at but think about same setup.

Politicians who make laws but exempt themselves.

Check the linkage to see if bent, or even a pin has fallen out of it. Would be best to have a person in the seat working it while you was watching the linkage. It is possible the clutch is bad or needs adjusting. Are you totally sure you are getting the range and gear levels fully shifted in...

You have to find out for your state. Some states, South Carolina being one, will provide title for a homemade trailer with necessary info. Their website provides a list of the necessary info. Look at Arizonia site. Not sure the title here ever shows if a dump or flat bed. It may but since I have...

I like Lgim's thoughts. But, if there is bushing on top of the hitch, it could be made to fit in the clevis is needed to prevent up and down movement but my guess is more likely it is made to use in the clevis possibly to lift it out of the channel iron if need be. NOW THAT IS A WILD GUESS. I...

I see what you are talking about. Looks like a piece of channel iron under the tractor's draw bar. It does looks like it could bind the tractor's drawbar. Can you flip it over? If not then place flat washers or such under the drawbar to lift it above the sides of it.

Based upon your picture and info looked on line at some other pictures and it looks good. I am assuming that is a fixed drawbar you have hooked to. It looks like it could be short for that tractor, how does the pto shaft fit this hook up? If the shaft is the right length for the draw bar leave...

I agree those can be aggravating issues but: they are small in the scheme of things. Not knowing your dealership and just wondering here: would you consider them a small, medium or large dealership? That location itself. It sounds like a dealership that is on the smaller side or does not have...

Puzzled here, guess the seed would sprout in a balloon with water but will they grow through a balloon? Or would the balloons burst on impact?

I have a Kubota Grand6060 and forget the radio. For me no issue, not like the radio on when running a piece of equipment. As was pointed out letting the machine talk to me. You may want to see about installing a good rubber mat over the one in the cab to help block sound from the transmission.

Would suggest a large can of wasp spray. Like the machine. Mine has been resting for over a year, misses me.

Look very carefully on the unit. Look for most likely a silver color tag riveted on. Look along the tongue most likely but could be anywhere on the frame. IF, you cannot find the model number do an online search for JD grail drills and most likely you will find one that looks like it. Most...

I like JB recommendations. Then you could use anything handy such as a stump, even a trailer with a scrap piece of wood to protect the trailer bed. Anything that will be tall enough and the thumb teeth will not damage just lower the boom to raise the thumb.

Mine is sort of like yours. But smaller machine. I have to drop the link off and then pin the bucket to the welded-on bracket. Yours looks similar to mine. Were you able to use the bucket to swing the thumb in place to pin?

If you ever hold a baby and especially a grandbaby and not realize there is a God, I am sorry for you. They are a great blessing and how we can love them so much is beyond belief! RSKY and Dftodd congratulation!

I found this to be a decent company on the parts I bought from them. Shoups.com Been a couple of years but they had good online and did have paper catalog that was good also.

mclogn, if this has been hit directly, I missed it. You would do good to look at the different options in flail mower blades. There are light weight ones that run in pairs on same connection point forming a "T" or a "Y" for grass, lawn type mowing. There are heavier blades similar to those...

I also have both. I do not like a flail mower for "lawn" grass, well none I have used. For Bahia, maybe. A lot of the flail mowers used on grass use a light weight (compare to the other flail mower blades I know of) that the two flails form a "Y". To me it leaves a rough looking lawn and MY WIFE...

Have never sat on a JD below the 3000 series. But with my B2710 Kubota going down the little bit of grade we have it can pickup speed depending on the weight on it and if in high range. The part of them throwing the "broken" part away I do not like and would share that with them. Not rude but...

I have two flail mowers, neither depends on belts to protect the mower. One is hyd operated and the other is pto driven with slip clutch. Not saying a lot depend on the belts slipping but would think only ones design for lighter cutting. My mowers are used on brush and yes grass but brush and...

All of these are good but reading them a couple of thoughts come to mind. Never wash a hot engine, you can damage it. The other is combing the suggestions already given. Blowing air will move most anything not stuck but not always easy to direct or steer it where you want it to go in a tight...

Do you have a rear remote on your tractor? Do you have front end loader on your tractor? If you have front end loader, do you have a "third" function on your tractor? If you have any of these, you should be able to run hosing off of them. BUT, how convenient would that be? Talk with your...

See that jrushlow76 has an option and agree with his comments. No idea where if the world I saw it but have seen another grapple that does not use hydraulics to open and close. This may help your hunt. I only know Good works tractor through youtube.com but like what I have seen of them.

I am just seeing this and so sorry. My parents lost their house before I was born, and my mom especially often talked about it. Your comment about your insurance, hope it worked better than you felt it would. If you are having issues, there don't just accept it. At least contract your State...

I know nothing about these other than what I have read here, but back to the weight difference. I feel Summit did not do a full job in explaining the weight difference between the two grapples. If you look at all the dimensions you will see the 60-inch has larger opening and is deeper (both...

I was young once. Today, would never consider a shovel for that job.

First congratulations on the build. When we built our current hose had a church member who really thought he was to be my builder. Had seen several houses he had built and were very pleased with them. Then realized had another home builder who had not talked with and also knew his work and were...

I admit did not read all these post but what came to me mind was the knob locking the lift arms up was what was hold it up, maybe. I have a M6800 and the draft is not that great to me on it. It does work but very sensitive.

I am not a motorcycle owner or rider. Two years ago bought my wife a VW dune buggy street legal and titled and tags. It had straight pipes which I did not like at all. It sits low like a sports car and a very good friend said do not remove the pipes (i did have some baffling installed that...

I can only address Bermuda grass, some here will "BURN" the field off before the grass begins to green up. Not aware of wide spread mowing of the field as you are asking. Then most Bermuda people I know will bale last crop late enough you seldom see what you are asking on.

I used the basic model with Roundup for several years. Seldom did it sit in the pump but could it have over night, possibly. I have quick disconnects on my pump which when done spraying I cut the tank off, drop the pump and place it in bucket of used oil. Has served me well.

It still amazes me how often a person will buy only on price. The lowest price seldom is the lowest cost.

No doubt some of these laws will vary from state to state but in South Carolina if the tree was dead or a known threat the owner of the tree would be responsible for repairs. Yes, his insurance company would step up as it is a liability claim so no deductible (normally). But, since it was not...

I am 69 and in fair shape. I have used riding lawn mower for my adult life. The idea of a push or even self-propelled for 2.5 to 4 acres never impressed me. Same with tractor. Began my home garden with a Troy Built rear tine tiller. It worked great but when went to tractor that was really great...

We have a small farm. Have owned and used both 3 pth and draw bar equipment. For the equipment that I had both 3pth and draw bar of, always always preferred the draw bar pull. If tillage it gave a better ride as much of the bouncing was taken by the tillage tires. As to planters, box blades you...

I may be bias as I have been in the health insurance industry for 36 years and my wife works at hospital in a leadership with 49 years to date. I deal with a lot of seniors, and I am one also. I have clients born and lived in several other nationals and while they may say there is no cost the...

I have been active in health insurance for many years. From individual plans of the late 80's to small group and all the plans that have been mentioned here. I do ask a person who has retired from a plan with retiree coverage what happens IF THEY enroll in other coverage. We have few employers...

I have a L6060 and expect the fel lift capacity to be the same or near it. I would verify the lift capacity of your tractor and the fel on it and the capacity of the grapple you are looking at. I have a Everything attachment on mine and it has worked great. I have used it and it has handled...

All I was ever told how great to be Granddaddy was totally true. It is amazing how so many people grant so much respect to "Grandparents". I think we hold the grand in our hands and heart and they do also. Congratulations

See there have been more post here since I was asking questions. I did end up installing Kubota air ride. The dealer treated me very fair; I think. We split the cost of the air ride seat and they also did the switch for no charge. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH THE KUBOTA AIR RIDE. Does it ride as...

arsenal "a collection of weapons" So, if I have two pocketknives, I have an arsenal? Or two sling shots? Or two guns? Or must we have three or can it be one knife, one sling shot and one gun? Not arguing any point, just humorous. At least it brought me a laugh! Be sure to vote in...

One tractor I did look at carefully and think made the right decision to pass on was Yanmar. There were two main reasons I passed on the Yanmar over the Kubota: their dealerships and the fact they left the left the market once before if not mistaken. Think have the second point correct. I...

I have used mine a good bit in back dragging and so has my grandson with little tractor experience. One we DO NOT PUSH IT INTO THE DIRT. We let it touch the dirt and that is it. Another we don't back fast. Another we don't use it to back drag like logs, we are normally raking small limbs like...

JD specs show cat one only. It has been little over two years since I looked at them. One of the things like the most on JD over Kubota by far is the cab.

NOT pretending to be any kind of expert on wetlands but have been told you are allowed to dig a water hole for your livestock. Not a pond but a water hole. No idea what size a water hole can be. Will agree with those who have said don't push your luck there. They can easily pull the info on that...

bdhsfz6, agree with the radio comment. complete turf care, agree with the brakes on the left side is much better than on the right. JD's 4066 is 6 hp more than the 6060. Now if you mean the largest hp with hst in a Kubota L I agree.

Well had it a few months over 2 years but wanted to share my thoughts on the tractor. I am not new to tractors, this is my third orange and have had Case and JD previously also. I did compare the Kuubota, JD 4000 series and to Yanmar, no idea the model but was same class and the L6060. Tractor...

This may have been discussed and I missed it: had a great friend who owned a site work company. He was a God Send on selecting a unit for me. He tested 3 or 4 machines for me and based upon his opinion of each machine and my thoughts on each told him which machine I preferred. The job I was...

I have the Wicked Root grapple from Everything attachment and it meets your wants. Have used mine to do just what you are describing, and it works great. The only thing I don't like about it is up for debate, either have a guard on your tractor to protect the radiator of place protection in the...

I would see if possible to talk with the local shop Foreman on your issue and oil question. Often, they are willing to share simple thoughts on the belief if real issue they get it to repair. I would suggest trying to talk with him/her face to face. Take pictures of the setup. Massey, I think...

Didn't Allis Chambers and Deutz become one several years ago? Maybe Deutz bought them, old memory working here. Years ago I worked for a heavy equipment manufacturer, and we used some Deutz engines for Dupont mainly. Was very quiet compared to Detroit, Cummins and for certain Cat. Low, low...

mike69440, in my use of excavator have never needed a second excavator to rescue mine. Then I probably have not had mine in places you have. But one tractor I found needs another nearby! More than once. Have learned to keep the rubber tracks tight and avoid real tight turns.

You might want to look at the recommended HP for those implements and add few to that for the hilly area. Guys farming our hay land are running from about 75 hp to about 125. Why that variance, they buy most tractors used. Flat land.

We have a few acres that is home to some game. When I first began taking care of my in-laws land i would lay the tree stands down and say nothing that solved that. Probably neighbors who knew the family was not hunting it. We also have a nice pond very visible from the road. Amazed how often...

I own a 5 ton Volvo. Bought it used direct from Volvo. I like the machine; I don't like getting service on it. Nearest dealership is right at 100 miles away. So far have not been forced to hire them but have found a local mechanic who has helped me out. I am guessing it is near 20 years old and...

I only read this post and since I work with Medicare Coverage wanted to address the cost of insulin. Now is the time of the year to do this: if you have independent agent talk with them and if not do this: go to Medicare.gov. This is the Federal Government web site. Skip the front page that...

First, sorry for the situation you are in. Losing a sibling is tough. Praying for you and your family. Eddie, most likely his estate will need to be processed by the Probate Judge (what they are called here) office. You probably will have to run legal newspaper ads on his passing, and they...

No idea how your hose connections are designed, but can you switch the hoses to see if the issue stays with the same cyls or stays with the valve? It is possible to have damage the valve but it sure sounds like hoses are either not seated or not connected correctly. Done that more than once.

It will not hurt to check or change your fluid and it will not hurt to verify it does not have water in the fluid either. You could be able to crack the drain plug so water can seep out with it still engaged in threads. However, I would be sure the clutch is adjusted correctly.

I can agree with your thought there: however, that does not mean the salesperson is correct. At best they are a human, and all humans make mistakes, know I do. But why would the factory spacers interfere with a MMM? But no spacers the MMM will work? To me it seems tires being wider would...

From all I have heard and little I know there is really no sure fired way. If you use youtube look up TTWT, tractor time with Tim. He bought a stolen tractor; his story is interesting. Depending on what resources you have: check the seller, some areas you can pull any info on lawsuits or legal...

My wife told me last week you should be a judge so you could fine the drivers that bug me. Driving etiquette has about totally died, well not yet but dying.

There are a ton of seat designs out there. How about this one: K & M Swivel Pro Seat Swivel, Model# 5006 at Northern Tool. Is in the $80 or so price range.

Is it possible there is even grease build up in the bolt hole, but anything can build up and reduce the depth causing your problem, even dirt or grass. When you have the bolt off try a flat blade screwdriver in there turn it and pull it out to see if anything on the blade.

Amazing how close we can become with a pet. Not putting a dog on same level as God, but same letters, reverse order. Sorry for your loss and you did right in keeping him.

This may not work for you but has for me with more than one machine. Never run one out of fuel but with filter changes I learned to get a helper, a can of WD 40. Get the air filter open (I like to remove but have done it with them in place) and while starter is turning the engine over spray WD...

My operation was/is much smaller than yours and only crops. Row crops moved to hay only. Buy the large tractor you need and even here near Myrtle Beach like a cab in the winter and of course on our hot summer days. But a cab brings other advantages, safety. Helps protect from wasp and such...

Rockbadchild, been few years but NAPA stores used to be great on Massey parts. One reason I was given to buy Massey over Case by dealership that sold both. (I bought Case.) The filters most likely any real parts store can get. As to mechanic, best option has been given, there are local shops...

I have read the first four pages. It really looks good. I raised square bales and they were stored on the ground and on concrete. Both surfaces moisture was major issue. Now we live on dirt with high water level and will hold moisture reasonably well. We still used old bill board signs (low cost...

You are mounting a pto pump for hydraulic pressure use. No idea what kind of pressure you need but give careful thought to it. I have one for a boom mower and that pump is somewhere about 3500 psi I think is correct, could be 4,000 psi. That is right high tourgue to be held in place. I failed...

My wife's family had a Ford 601, gas. A 1961 model. The exhaust pipe on it did run down and out the rear of the open station tractor. Not aware any cab 601's were made but wanted to make it clear. After years moved it up exhaust for believe it or not it was a major issue when hooking up or...

Looks good. I think they use the down towards the front exhaust for couple maybe three reasons: cleaner view of front-end loader, clearance for those who need to fold roll over bar say for shed and really just height clearance such as for shed. So will stick with a couple of reason

Not your question but be sure you have a good heavy arm to hold the pump from turning. Much more torque on it than a sprayer pump. No comparison on the pressure between the two.

Made this separate from my reply to 5030 for it is totally separate here in topic: I have been a life and health agent for 36 years. Customer service has seen many change over all those years. Many of the health insurance companies use outsourcing for customer services. It is complaint city...

Not trying to ask questions here but I am a health insurance agent. If you are under age 65 you should be eligible for an Major Medical Health insurance plan with NO pre-exisiting conditions in it. Maybe at subsided prices. If you want to discuss this further send me a private email. I am not...

Both brought a smile to my face. Odd what we remember and miss. But we do.

I understand the concern on theft. I understand the need to protect your property and family along with ourselves. Can it be taken too far, of course. Can it be taken too lightly, of course. Take a few minutes and watch porch pirates on youtube. Downright dumb, brazen, drug addict, the list goes...

Sadly, I learned that was true in my rural area two years ago as construction people were parking there all day. Was first told it was legal such for such as UPS or a freight truck to for loading or unloading. When I asked then to explain to me how leaving a trailer unhooked is there for...

I never suggested using Ventrac for ALL the interstate or any other road. That would be really dumb. I know some areas have many miles of such roads, but when we get to cost of human life our brains should be used. Yes, it will cost more to build roads with less slope, yes using such as a...

I agree with all the comments so far. Never seen one in real life but Ventrac mowers would be a better option, but not as safe as fenced in cows or sheep would be. Yes would cost more but don't build such step grades to begin with.

My suggestion to you is go to youtube and look at the guys bringing in dirt and filing in the low places. To me the depth of the rut or holes is not an issue to fill in and level, it is high spots that need to be lowered which means the grass is going to be removed period there. Look at several...

Maybe the post was meant only for women and if so, I messed up as I am a male. I live in what was farm county big time till thousands moved here for retirement. I have only known a few women who operated farm equipment but would agree they were good operators. My impression is women are not as...

Did not realize I had not posted here I did buy Everything Attachment and very pleased with it. Ended up with Kubota tractor and not Yanmar. One thing I am yet going to do to the EA grapple is protect the tractor by using heavy expanded metal to prevent limb coming through the EA grapple. It is...

Admit did skip some pages but: I have a Kubota about same size. No loader, often wish it did. Bought it to mow our yards (ours, farm shop's, and grand parents with pond and barn, total of about 8 acres. Bought a 6 foot Bushog brand rear finishing mower which will be much less than mid mount...

Kudzo was planted in my state heavy also and has totally taken some low-lying swamps. Have never had to deal with it myself but as to spraying early, normally best results with any herbicide is spray while the weed whatever it is is small, tender and growing. Watch for temperature limits also...

2manyrocks I agree with repeated spraying.

bmg88201, Valid concerns. Here we get tons of them from the north and I will say the majority I meet are decent people and they are fleeing the liberal areas and their ideas.

The idea of reaching out to people who make turn bowls or such could have a buying interest in your stumps depending on the type of wood. Here in the South it takes a few months for large stumps to dry enough to burn well. But it is very possible. I have had pines and hardwoods left above...

jeff366, Centipede has been the main lawn grass here for near forty years or more. I am seeing Zoysia growing in popularity, me being one of those doing so. Can not say ever seen Bahia as a lawn grass here. Seems Centipede, Bermuda and again Zoysia is growing in popularity here. Realize...

One thing I think that is being seen here over and over, as with many task there may be perfect tool, then often there are a few tools that will work well and then more that will work but say average and not great nor well but will do the job. The best tool for a job is often the one you have...

I pray and hope our economy holds together and no serious recession and certainly no depression. Think inflation is going to be major issue for us. Debt of the US Government is not a positive at all and it is only growing. Somewhere something will trigger majorly with the US Debt. We may...

First thing is the root system on a sweetgum is strong. Cut the tree to the ground and next year you have a sweetgum bush, growing very fast. If the root system is left in place, you best be mowing that area multi times per growing season, for a few years. If you cut the trees or use rough cut...

Well, you have my attention need to improve my firefighting options. What is a total can surprise me, but don't be shocked if it is. Remember the front end loader is not part of the tractor. So they will pull it off in calculation. Where is the fuel tank, is in under the seat area or behind...

Myrtle Beach SC is about 20 miles east of me. In the Mid 1980's sold real-estate and the prices in our county were about 20% higher than the adjoining county. Today the difference is much much greater. I would say just looking at listings four to six time higher here. We are a very large county...

To begin with: working with four different lawns here. Age of lawns range from 50 plus to brand new. The soil runs from sandy loam to medium sand and to heavy dirt that will hold water staying wet with frequent rains. My wife's home place is the most varied, one side lawn has major slope to be...

May I ask why you want or wanted to sell it? do you still have it?

Right off not sure the brand from Lowes of router bits I bought in a kit but a major brand and I saver the cost of one or two bits. Has served me well. Now I am not a cabinet shop. But the last router bit I bought, bought at a local cabinet supply dealer. Prices were in line with Lowes or HD...

Well meant to cover this but may be better in separate post: I have a Grand L6060 Kubota using a Wicked Grapple from Everything Attachments. It has worked well for me and have lifted log heavy enough to pick up rear end (normally use flail mower as counterweight but then was running landscape...

Not sure have seen NAPA mention on tractor parts at all here but years ago had a Case / Massey dealership recommend the Masser over the Case. When I asked why he said NAPA carries all the Massey parts. Not sure his exact works but close. Years ago had bought some parts from NAPD for my in laws...

I think there are two separate issues here and they are being rolled into one. One is how the problem was solved which I will stand by if the machine owner knew what was being done and pleased the person doing the repair is clear. Regardless if there are better long term solution unless the...

There is also a major issue to consider by anyone doing a road, liability. There is a small dirt road that is an easement across our land. No idea how many years old it is but it is the only access for the three who own land behind us. Two of those are farm land so decent road is not an issue...

I would think you could just swap the tires from left to right as aren't both rims the same? That would reverse the tires very easy and cheap.

I have never owned a shop of any kind, but I know you do the work for the person who hired you and is paying you. Now, the shop does owe whoever is hiring and paying him the issue or problem and options, but it is up to whoever is doing the hiring and paying to make that decision. Past there...

Along with the above, some I don't know what they are: coffee will absorb some orders, Free Breeze can handle some. I do think open room temp is easier to get the order controlled in than running refrigerator. Of course, you could get spray with diesel fuel and then deal with it...I believe it...

That is a long 1.1 miles! Why a person with equipment would not help? Can be many reasons but to me what looks fair is each person to pay the proper amount to pay even if a neighbor for keeping the road up and not a happen chance system as it sounds you have now. I think it would be good for...

I am not trying to start a brand basing here. Regardless the brand there are those who like it and believe it is the best. I have owned Case, Kubota, Kubota, JD and Kubota. I used a Ford a lot that in laws owned. Each one would probably buy again, only one ever had real issue with was my first...

Are you saying the bushing hole size was not correct? As to the magnetic drill, just wondering did you see about renting one or did you want one. They sure can be handy. Glad you got it fixed.

I will admit the dozier to me is little over the load limit of the trailer. Well, maybe a lot. How much does that dozier weigh? I do doubt it would slide out due to braking. A few years ago, I drove by a trailer with piece of heavy equipment on it, laying on it's side. They had it chain...

Some very interesting thoughts shared here. I hauled my Kubota L606 with cab yesterday now a great load and used 3/8 gold chain on rear and 5/16 chain on front with the threaded binders. What a lot of work but it was bound. Hauled it to Kubota dealer for a failed fuel gauge. Ask them what they...

Thank each of you for your info. WM75guy, that company looks to have what I am looking for. Not a professional CDL person but if straps are not DOT legal here...well DOT must not be working. See them on all kinds of loads, hay for certain, concrete drainage tile, all kinds of building...

I have yet to find short tie down straps suitable for a tractor or such weight wise. Largest capacity is about 3,500 lbs. I want to use straps much like you do with a side by side or atv for hauling with chain and binder. I also am only finding them about 18" long which I think is shorter than...

Have you tried running the pin through the bucket only to see if those bushings line up? You may find it lines up better coming from one side over the other side. I have a bucket that way.

I think mo1 did a good comparison. I owned a 5525M I think. Believe the R is the top model and mine was not. But a top-notch tractor. Had the power reverse and with front end loader worked very well. Sold it when I quit farming and looked heavy as the 4000 series JD. Don't forget the higher...

I grew up about 7 miles from where I now live. That was the 50 and 60's. Keys stayed in the ignition and house was not locked. Hey, no key lock on our house till my Dad passed in Jan 1970. Today my keys are in my pocket or the house, doors locked and often even cab tractor is, you see too many...

My first and best recommendation is: TAKE YOUR TIME. Don't fall in love or must have this unit attitude. It is a tool and not a life. I am always amazed how I can look at a tractor, equipment and go back and look again shocked to see how much I missed in designed or such. I agree with all above...

I have had three flail mowers. First was bought to use behind a B2710 Kubota and it handled it fine. No idea the brand but was sold by Agri Supply. I took it back after one use for it had the "Y" blades on it and was bought to mow lawn and it looked terrible. It was few years before I bought my...

The shortages has to make one wonder where the cause is. I think it points to one country but that is my thoughts. The shortage of roll steel causing the shortage of FEL for Kubota, I would think that would only be used for the buckets. Am I wrong? If that is so then let the customer decide...

As to propane here they want to inspect the tank before filling if not their tank. Agree one company will not fill another's tank. I noticed the price difference between off road fuel and home heating fuel twenty or more years ago. One reason given me was the hho is delivered and much of the...

I have family still in the hay business and while they are concerned, they know the demand is great here and price will have to increase but again some people have no option but to buy hay. No doubt many will look for options but just as gas and meat have increased greatly in last year or so...

Been a few years but I worked as inspector for a heavy equipment company (we made Grove cranes) and major part of my work for over a year was inspecting the welding of all sorts of parts. Thin sheet metal which by many standards it still thick (thicker than any car body panel today) up to about...

Not sure on the hp needed but there are rough cut mowers that will handle 4 inch trees.

At age 66 I stepped out of having for the cost of the shelters I had to build to remain. Well more than that for I was in a partnership setup and was not pleased with it and also would have added more equipment and with no child or grands who had any interest it made more sense to tell it...

Depending on how many acres you are disking or mowing every hp will help. If you are mowing say 40 acres with a six foot cutter or ten feet big difference time it takes and depending on what you are mowing (rough cut, heavy grass or such) I think you will benefit by the higher hp. If you are...

Agree with your post totally but saw a youtuber (thing Good Tractor Works) mention the quick connect pto and pointed out it is a help to offset the quick connect hitches many people use. So maybe they would equal out each other. But I don't use a quick connect 3 pth either but really do like my...

I farmed small farm for several years. Tractors were open station. All I knew till I was in my 60's and bought my first. If using in the woods be very careful. Yes an open station is easier to get on and off normally. But the temp comfort is not the biggest reason I would recommend a cab...

Welcome to TBN. I have a M6800 which your tractor replaced if not mistaken. I have been very pleased with mine. Bought mine in 1999 I think, at latest it was 2000 for my father in law sat on it once only and he passed Nov of 2000. I still have only about 1300 hours on it. You probably have...

There is a negative you need to be aware of with a chain for top link which could be solved running the chain through a metal pipe of needed length. I know for it happened to me. With most mowers there is a rear wheel whether finishing mower or rough cut or with flail mower the roller on the...

This is a topic that many many land owners have experienced and one of the main concerns of owning land. Even just a lot for your house. We are faced with it from time to time and have learned if in open view to asked why they are there or do they realize they are trespassing? The asking do...

I am not doubting nor know any of these will work but 07wingnut's recommendation would be along the line I think makes good sense. You should install large flat washers on the machine screws (stainless) and drill the holes snug so they would remain in place as you install them using the hole...

Not living in snow country had to read to understand the need for the brakes. Makes sense. As tractors were mainly built for farming and row crops you needed the ability to make tight turns and thus the split or individual brakes. When a farmer was use to turning a single horse or mule at the...

When it does it try removing the fuel line at the tank to see if fuel flows freely or not. Had same thing to happen to me and was hard to spot the dead black wasp in a dark fuel tank. If the trash is something that will float you might be able to get fuel to a level that works and use a very...

I don't use a quick hitch but the bolt is there to keep the mounts in place and not spread from side loads on the third arm. I have seen people remove the bolt from where it is to another hole for a quick hitch.

You would not be sad if you did not have a heart. Our dog suffered an injury about two months back. There was two times I felt he may not make it. Yes, this Christian prayed for his dog. It is amazing the bond and love there can be. They sure have the ability to worry us, upset us, make us...

Keep eye on the air filter also for overheating. Clogged air filter will cause overheating and many miss that.

Without a doubt much varies by the area, the product and the buyer. We need a new computer...spent time on line to be fully confused but the reason we are replacing our laptop is the keys can not be seen with the backlight Dell uses. So I will only buy a computer I am able to hold and SEE the...

I have a 5 ton mini excavator and it is easy to haul on my 18 foot trailer. Plenty long. But my Kubota L606 with FEL and any rear attachment is a bear. Only way I have been able to is with fel lifted over the front end of my bumper pull. Right now trying to figure out what I need in trailer to...

I may have posted this somewhere before, but I now own my third Kubota giving me three sitting under my shelter at one time. I had a JD 5525 for four years and a Case no idea the model over 20 years ago but about 50 hp. I never had any issue with one Kubota, one is only a year old but issue...

I may be wrong in some of my thoughts here and if so correct please. I understand some refrigerators have cameras that take pictures and maybe even live feeds on them. Know have heard they will record a person also and warnings about don't go to the fridge if not properly clothed. If I have to...

We don't have gophers here but the method I find most amazing is used a truck that sucks them out and into the boxed truck. Was on youtube. I thought the comment the man blew up his yard was an overkill till I watch the video!! I have used the tobacco bed gas to kill large rates under grain...

IF, you knew the brand and model of the excavator you would be better able to judge it. They say it was at least 10 feet long. Even if 12 feet my 5 ton Volvo would had no problem lifting a 12 foot with say 8 feet hanging on one send and 4 on the other this height. I don't believe this is a full...

Badmonkey, maybe GBBBBB could have said it more polite but he did make a valid point. When serial number plate is missing it does make one wonder if it is or was stolen. Yes some get torn off totally by accident. But missing or defaced serial numbers at least to me is a cause of concern. Again...

Even an adjustable wrench.

There are some people who can build something there is really no need or value of.... Seriously I wonder if it gives or could give a report to the dentist on your bushing methods or such or even give you such a report with tips on how to improve. Such as my cell phone telling me if my online...