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I have a Massey 492 that I have an 8' blower on, it stopped lifting today. The blower is heavy but I dont think beyond the three points capacity, 4k at the lift points. The blower might be 2k in weight but is probably 4-5' beyond the lift arms. It lifted it all winter last year and lifted...

I dont have alot of farming experience and need to turn a heavy sod type field that has never been turned. The soil has a fair rock content. I have the option of either a three point bottom plow or a tow behind chisel. I think I would rather use the bottom plow but am afraid of damaging with...

I have a Massey 492 that has a feature where steering is not operational until engine has warmed hydro fluid to a factory set temp. This can take 15-20 mins of run time depending on ambient temp. and is more than frustrating when you need to get going with the machine. I am looking at a 583...

A buddy borrowed my tractor and attached his New Holland 499 Haybine and then went out of town. I need to remove it and the pump but can't figure out how to pull the pump off the PTO shaft. I can't see a pin to push or collar to twist or pull. Any help would be appreciated.

What are basic differences between row crop tractors and utility in same HP class?

My tractor manual specifies SAE 90 for my front diff & finals. Is 80W90 the same? I don't see straight 90 anywhere. Any brands better than others?

I chisel plowed a 5 acre grass field today, went over it twice at different directions. The chisel really tore it up leaving large chunks of sod, very rough to run the tractor on. I need to break the sod up now and have a tow behind 14' disc. Do you just repeatedly go over the sod clumps with it...

Looking at used 3 pt blowers and have seen both 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. My tractor has both a 540 & 1000 shaft. Is there any advantage to either? Should I stay away from 1000? My tractor has 85-90 PTO HP and a 12 spd

Just curious if anyone knows what type of final drive the 6110/6010 has. Planetary or spur? Also does anyone know the front and rear axle weight capacities?

What's the largest case model either new or discontinued that has s mid PTO offering?

Are planetary or spur gears better on a compact utility? I've read where planetary are more durable, I assume this give better longevity? Is the cost difference worth it. How do bull gears differ?

Does anyone know differences between the DL130 loader and the DL135 loader? I can't find specs anywhere on the new DL135.

Has anyone done their own install of a mid PTO to their tractor? How difficult is it, can a capable person install or should it be left up to the dealer?

Does anyone have experience with tractor tire studs? Do they work or are they a waste of time and money?

What's the most durable paint the average guy can buy off the shelf for painting a plow blade?

What was the next model after the TN/DA version?

Just curious if anyone has either the U5040C or XU5065CPS and your overall real opinions of them.

I was reading through the DK55 specifications on Kioti's web site and saw where Kioti states "front pto speed same as engine speed ". Does the DK55 have a front pto option? If so can you run a front mount snow blower with it?

Which 50hp range tractors have mid pto option?

I am looking at a 1749 with a loader and I asked the dealer if he thought the loader would safely pick up a 1600lb round bale using a bale spear of course. Does anyone have a realistic opinion on this? He said with the rear tires loaded no problem, I am skeptical, loader is the DL130. Also...

What kinds of prices are the XU5065CPS loader tractors? Also are the cabs larger on xu's than say the xr's? I ran an xr4040c model for a couple of hrs and thought it felt cramped. Curious if the xu's are roomier.

Can I get some advice for a novice in breaking new ground for food plots. I will have appr. 13 acres of unbroken grass fields to break open and turn into food plots. I have a 90 pto hp tractor and am trying to determine which is the best way to get started with opening the fields. People have...

Looking for overall opinions on Red Devil snow blowers. Functionality, durability, longevity, etc.

Just curious if anyone is using a Lorenz snow blower and what your opinions are. Does the paddle style auger move snow as well as the traditional style augers?

I have been considering a used bidirectional's for snow removal. I know the loader end works well with a blower. But how well does it work with a blade on the engine end? I keep a 2-1/2 mile section of remote road open for cottage owners and would like to use a tapered one way style blade like a...

I currently have a snow plow mounted on my loader boom with angles controlled by a rear outlet. I want to get it off the boom, remove the loader and mount the blade directly to the front of the tractor. Can I use the four outlets that supply the loader and use the loader joystick to control...

Of the two hydraulic remotes on my Massey Ferguson 492 the forward position on the right hand remote does not work. Pulling it rearward works but the forward throw does nothing? any ideas?

I am looking at used tow behind discs for food plot work. I have a 100hp tractor. Some plots as small as half an acre some as big as 2 acres. I am not a farmer and don't know a lot about this equipment. I don't want to over size. Are the notched disc blades worth having for uncut fields? How do...

I mentioned that I had a steering issue with a 2004 492. When I start the engine I don't have steering for 5 minutes or so then it comes around. I have also noticed the loader not lifting smoothly it seems to pulse a little. I thought I may have low hydraulic fluid but I don't its at the max...

I just picked up a 2004 Massey 492. 2nd time out with it today and after I started it I had no steering. After appr 5 minutes the steering came around. Obviously the steering is hydraulically controlled and I am thinking I may be low on hydraulic fluid? The tractor has a loader as well and...

Can I adjust the wheel stance to create a narrower stance without negatively affecting anything? I assume I can switch sides with the wheels to do this? Will I affect turn radius on the front if I do this?

I'm looking for a used pull behind disc 10'-12'. I don't know anything about them but want to find a heavy built quality unit for food plots. I get into rooted rocky areas sometimes. Any suggestions on brands and model numbers? Would obviously want it to be a transport type. What makes a...

How much tractor does it take to adequately pull a 10'-12' disc?

If you were looking at buying a used 100 hp range, 2000-2010 vintage, tractor for use as a loader tractor which would you buy? Biggest concerns are front axle and transmission strength and durability.

Can someone explain the difference between the TL and TS series tractors? Would one make a better loader tractor than the other? I see joy sticks in the TS110's, was this joy stick just for controlling one of the rear outlets or was it prep'd for a loader?

I am seriously looking at a DK90 with a loader. Just curious of anyone running one and your overall opinions on it.

I am looking at used 2680HD's and am not well informed on tractors as a whole. Can someone let me know if these tractors can be shifted on the fly through all gears in any range? Also any opinions are appreciated.

Can someone educate me on the IVT transmissions? Are they durable with good life expectancy? Are they a good transmission for continued loader work or is a geared better for loader work? Any opinions pro & con are welcomed.

I am looking at the P7040Sand have a few questions that I can't seem to find answers too. I think the transmission is full synchro, meaning you can shift on the fly in any range? Also I would like to know the ground speeds for each range. Any general opinions on this tractor would be appreciated.

I am looking at the Mahindra 8560 and have a few questions that I can't seem to find answers too. I think the transmission is full synchro, meaning you can shift on the fly in any range? Does the dry type clutch hold up well? I have always been a fan of wet clutches and this concerns me...

Where does a person find an elevated diesel fuel storage tank like you see on farms?

Just curious how the TV140's, TV145's hold up? Are they as productive as a geared tractor? Do the hydro transmissions hold up to rigorous work? Looks like top speed is about 18mph for transport. If you are trying to tow or work a load at faster speed will the tractor keep up or does it bog...

Anyone running an MF6270 or 6280? Just looking for general over all opinions.

Time for a new set of tires. Are there benefits worth spending the extra money on radials? My uses are mainly woods work and light property maintenance. I do a lot of snow moving in winter and as everyone knows snow traction with a bar type bias is terrible. I chain my tires now it is a must.

On a front mounted 3 point. Can you push hard as well as pull hard on a front mounted 3 point? Reason I ask is the thought of mounting a heavy snow plow up front with the 3 point. Any opinion appreciated.

I can't afford new so I am curious which used MF 120hp range cab unit were good reliable machines? My budget is limited at about 40K tops. I need 4wd with a cab-loader. There seem to be alot of variations just looking for solid opinons.

I can't afford new so I am curious which used NH 120hp range cab unit were good reliable machines? My budget is limited at about 40K tops. I need 4wd with a cab-loader. There seem to be alot of variations just looking for solid opinons.

I can't afford new so I am curious which used JD 120hp range cab unit were good reliable machines? My budget is limited at about 40K tops. I need 4wd with a cab. There seem to be alot of variations just looking for solid opinons.

I have a TN75DA but I need more horspeower and am considering the TS115A. Just looking for operational opinions.

Can someone provide a basic description of differences between the various series of McCormick tractors? I don't know anyting about McCormick and am curious of build quality, durability etc. Is McCormick a subsidiary of another manufacturer? CX series F series MC series MTX series

I am going to put tire chains on the front of my 4wd New Holland TN75DA with R1's. Main reason is for plowing and having the ability to steer the snow plow. Any opinions on chain type or style? Rears are loaded and a 3 pt blower on the rear.

Is it possible to weld the mounting flange on a hydraulic cyliner? I don't know if these are cast iron or cast steel.

I bought a used truck plow that I am converting, weighs about 1000 lbs.

I have a 2006 New Holland TN75DA. I have a 3pt blower on the back with a hydraulically powered shoot rotation. One of the hoses on one the rear outlets keeps popping off. When I insert the fitting into the tractor fitting I pull on it to see that it's ecure and it seems to be. Yet when I...

How much horse power does it take to push a 9-10' snow blade and maintain 10-15 mph clearing snow from a length of road?

Which type of tire works best for snow removal with a tractor. I have a New holland TN75DA with typical R1 tires that scate around on icey surfaces. Without adding chains is there a tire type that would do a better job? I know on industrial loaders a radial style is much prefered for...

I am trying to decide between a 3 point snow blower or a front loader mounted hydraulic snowblower for my New Holland TN75DA tractor. I think the tractor has appr 16.9 gpm of available hydraulic flow. For an AG type of tractor is this flow rate too limiting? I would rather a front mounted...

I have a New Holland TN75DA. What size 3 point snowblower is reasonable without going overboard? Possibility of adding a front mount assembly in the future but can't right now.

After New Holland bought out the ford tractor division what years did New Holland produce the 545D?

Are any of the brands of 3 point snowblowers better for any reasons than others?

I bought a used New Holland TN75DA. The hitch is specified as a class II/I. It is set up as a class II with larger dia. ball holes, how do you set it up to be used as a class I as all my implements are class I.

Can someone list a few mandufacturers of AG buckets for the machine listed below? I just bought a 2006 New Holland TN75DA with an 810TL loader. It has an 80" skid steer bucket on it, obviously skid steer attach. I think it's capacity is a little much for the tractor and I want to sell it and...

Just curious if anyone has a 6010 HST and what your opinions are.

Can someopne explain the differences between the 32LA & 810TL loaders? From specs I read the 810 has less lift and breakout capacity. I see both on various similar tractor types and am curious why pick one over the other.

I'm looking for some opinions on the 5410 tractor, 4wd w/cab to be specific. Good bad or otherweise

Which transmission tyle gets more horsepower to the ground? Hydrostatic or shuttle type? If your looking to stay in the 60hp max range which will stand up to long hard pulls better and which will provide better performance?

Is it possible to put 4th function hydraulics on a loader boom? For two independently controlled hydraulic cylinders.

Can anyone expand on used 60-70hp tractor brands and models that would have had hydraulic reversers? I am trying to find a suitable used cab/loader model that I can afford with this feature.

I am not a tractor expert so I have a question regarding the shuttle transmission on the 7060. It is described as a Forward-rev synchronized shuttle with full synchromesh standard. Is this the type of transmission where you clutch between forward & reverse? Or do you just move the lever back...

If you have a choice between a used M5040 or an M6040 which would you choose? The smaller horse power is generally a little less expensive but is the extra horse power worth having in this machine? Does 5040 have enough power to work sufficiently?

If you had a choice between synchro shuttle or hydraulic shuttle which would you choose and why? I don't know the differences.

Are the Ford/New Holland 545D cab units noisy? I mean more so than other cabbed tractors?

I am curious if 4 in 1 loader buckets hold up as well as standard buckets when using breakout force prying etc. Obviously they are more capable but are they worth having or are they trouble?

What is the history succession on the Ford models in the 60-80hp range such as 5610, 6610, 7710 and others if you care to expand. My interest is in a used can't afford new heavier 4wd machine with the most need for loader work and not being real experienced in tractor specs. I assume a shuttle...

Just curious how the Ford 5600 series tractors held up. How were they put together?

I'm just curious what the experineced opinions are on used 60-80hp 4wd tractors w/loaders. I cannot afford new but want a capable reliable machine with a cab. My mechanical repair abilities are somewhat limited so my interests are in a well taken care of machine with a good history of...

Does anyone have any experience with a Massey Ferguson MF650 or Fermec 650? Just curious on opinions. Are the cab units ok?

I am purely novice and my uses are mainly private. Are there any larger than compact tractors with removeable hoes? The hoe end is secondary to the loader and I would like to find a used unit of some kind with 3 point and pto too, cab would be nice. I would like a machine that has industrial...

I am looking into 50-60hp utility tractors such as MF500 series. I don't know anything about any brand. I am more concerned about durablilty and functionality with a loader than anything. A cabbed unit would be preferred for inclement weather and snow removal. I would like to see opinions on...

The four wheel drive front axle on my JD4600 started leaking on the front left where the hub assembly bolts to the axle with four bolts. It looks like the bottom 2 bolts are either loosening or they are pulling out. Is this common? Is it possible that they are stripped or do they loosen? It...

Running my JD 4600 hydro tonight and the engine stopped running when I got off the seat. PTO not engaged. I left the engine idling and when I got off the seat to exit the cab the engine stopped. I didn't think much of it but when I got back in the cab and tried to start it the starter would...

I have a JD 4600 hydro unit. A couple questions if anyone could offer advice or opinion. When idling and an attachment is on the 3 point with it raised the 3 point is constantly losing pressure and correcting itself. What kind of job is it to repack or repair the hydraulics so it maintains...

Can't afford a new tractor and am looking at 50hp range machines with a reverser, cab, and loader for winter use. What reliable units are worth looking at?

Do the smaller power reverser utility tractors have cruise control?

Do the smaller power reverser utility tractors have cruise control?

On the smaller, say 30-40hp tractors, when did cruise control become available? Which models?

In looking at used tractors I see the term E-Hydro. Whats is it and is it worth having, are there any issues with it?

Can anyone offer an opinion on how much hydraulic fluid capacity to provide for a log splitter with a 9hp engine, 16gpm pump and 4-1/2" - 5" cylinder bore with max extension of 24"?

Which 3pt lift ratings do you pay attention to in Bobcats specs. The SAE or the maximum lift ratings?

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I am just curious how you Bobcat tractor owners really like your machines? I have been reading all I can find regarding the Bobcats and like what I see so far. I am just curious how real owners feel about them.

Do any of the after market compact loader manufacturers offer tractor mounted controls as opposed to loader mounted? Who are they?

Can someone provide dimensional info on an MF1235? IE; length, width etc.

What various 45hp-mid 50hp range 4wd John Deere utility tractors were produced in the late 90's & early 2000's? Were there models with less desirable features or options to avoid? Any worth trying to find? Any opinions appreciated.

What JD tractor compares to the 90's vintage Kubota L4350 or L4850?

I am looking at various late 90's early 2000 tractors 45hp range 4wd w/shuttles. Don't know anything about them, just looking for knowledgable opinions on good reliable units. Anything appreciated.

Just looking for an opinion from anyone who has or has used a Massey 1180. Jut looking for a general opinion of it's ability or tractor of this size with shuttle type shift.

What is the next step up from a Ford/New Holland 2120? Am looking for higher lifting specs, hydro would be nice.

I am looking at a used 2003 Kubota B7800 with what is stated as a Hydro 12/12A transmission. What is this? Is it a true hydrostatic or is it a hydro shuttle?

I am looking at an older Kubota B7200 hydro unit. The dealer has a 5' Cub Cadet front mounted blower he said he will retro fit to the front of the Kubota. I cannot find good specs for the Kubota tractor but it looks like the mid pto rpm rating is 825. Most any other mid pto rating I have seen...

Anyone have opinions on the Massey 1500 series tractors good or bad?

Anyone have any open minded experienced opinions on the Challenger MT200 series tractors? I would be interested in hearing anything realistic.

If a hydraulic implement has a minimum flow requirement of 11 gpm, my tractors main pump is rated at 9.3 gpm and the power steering pump is rated at 2.8 gpm will the implement work? My tractor manual shows a total gpm flow rate of 12.1 gpm with both pumps added together. I assume that the...

Are there independent tractor surveyors who will survey a tractors condition for a fee? For instance a tractor someone is interested that is too far away to inspect personally. The prospective tractor buyer could put his faith in the surveyor to give an accurate estimation of the tractors...

Are the Ford/New Holland 2120 pto's live independent meaning they stay running when the clutch is depressed?

Does anyone know the specs. (Lift capacities, breakout, bucket width, etc) on an LA950 loader?

What model 35-45hp tractors first had mid pto's?

Someone told me that there were higher than average failures on the Ford 2120's Can anyone substantiate this? I have been looking at a used 2120 and am leary of it now.

I am struggling with trying to find an adequate 20-30hp 4wd hydro tractor that I can afford. I need an FEL, front mnt snowblower and either a belly mount or 3 pt mower. I have a limited budget and cannot afford a shiney new tractor. My heaviest uses are tugging firewood logs with the 3pt...

Are the John Deere 47/59 snowblowers well built? Looking at one and am wanting know if they hold up and function well.

Anyone have any constructive opinions on the Massey 1200 series tractors good or bad? Am looking for a good not overly expensive 4wd hydro unit 25-30hp.

I am looking at a late 80's B7100, were there any issues with these machines?

I am looking for a used 20hp range tractor/2 stage snowblower. What are some of the older brands available as decent used units?

Are there any older front mount belt driven snowblowers 5'-6' out there? The only thing I can find are the Ford LGT types and looks like only up 42" or so.

Are there any older front mount belt driven snowblowers 5'-6' out there? The only thing I can find are the Ford LGT types and looks like only up 42" or so.

What are the differences between the L series and M series tractors? Are M series more robust? Are M's more of an AG than L?

I've seen opinions on loading tires for counterbalance both positive & negative. I am trying to decide whether to fill or use weights. Opinions are appreciated.

I have an older hydraulic log splitter where the ram inches forward on it's own. It's a problem when you are lifting a heavy log on to the splitter and the ram has moved forward and is now in the way. I thought it was the valve getting worn and fluid leaking internally so I replaced the valve...

What manufacturer makes a blue tractor other than New Holland? I went by a tractor dealer today and didn't have time to stop. He was a Montana dealer last I knew but there is a line of blue colored tractor sitting there now, not New Holland.

I need to replace the hydraulic pump on my log splitter. It has an 8hp engine and I have no idea of the capacity of the pump. It powers both forward and back. Any suggestions would be appreciated

Who are the various backhoe manufacturers for the compact units?

What is the general opinion on Kioti and how do they compare to say Kubota or John Deere?

I have begun looking for a small 4wd tractor 40hp minimum with a bucket and as good a lift capacity as possbile. Am looking at used as I cannot afford new. Needs a 3pt & PTO. I have looked at both the Ford/New Holland 545d & Case 480's, these machines are more robust than the compact or AG...

For a guy with a cabin and a little property would a 4wd Case 480 with a 3pt and PTO operate implements like a tiller, brush hog, etc? Would this tractor have a low enough range to do slow moving projects like tilling etc or would it be to cumbersome? I am sure this tractor would have a better...

Are you better off buying an OEM loader or aftermarket for a compact tractor? What brands if aftermarket?

Which older 40-50hp models have a mid pto? Am looking for used.

Which older 40-50hp models have a mid pto? Am looking for used.

When did the major tractor manufacturers (john deere, kubota, new holland) start putting mid mounted pto's on their tractors? I am starting to look for a used 40-50hp fwd tractor for use with a front mounted snow blower.