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Good evening folks, My first post in the JD L&G forum. My property is fairly steep and demanding on a mower. I've gone through 2 "disposable" hydros in 7 years. Time to move on to better things. Many hours of spec and review reading, research and soul search brought me to seeking an X540...

Drips just enough to make a mess. Is replacing as simple as it looks like it would be, i.e. drive the front end down in a ditch, remove the top link bracket and remove the PTO seal cover? Any special tricks to getting the old seal out? Thanks.

Some of them at least. Last time I changed hydro fluid on my 2810HST I had caught a stick and ripped off the suction line on Staurday afternoon. Picked up some house brand that met spec, fixed the line and back to work. My hydro cries like everyone elses. IMO the benefit is more than...

Stumbled across this, thought I'd pass it along. Bill's Mahindra Tractor Blog Click "Comments" at the bottom for the blog.

I'm pondering a serious upgrade in lawn equipment and have found a nice looking BX1500D with 300 hrs. within driving distance. Priced at $5500. The math sound fair to me but admittedly I have not beeen looking for long. Not sure if the deck is 48 or 54 but doesn't much matter either way. My...

I'll begin by explaining I've long been wanting a better yard mowing solution, something 4WD. Most of my yard is fairly steep. My 48" Craftsman has done the job for 8 years and probably could for several more, just have to be aware of where you are and where you're going. The little sealed hydro...

I need to run a couple of air bibbs around my garage before closing in the interior walls. I can't, or more more specifically do not want, to bore through my corner posts or LVL support structures so it's over the top and back down. Hard pipe like galvanized is out, got to have something...

TSC has a sale going on now on a few items. The stuff I picked up today is cheap no doubt, but all seem to work. For the occasional user probably will be fine. 1/2" CH Impact Wrench $15 CH Pnenumatic grease gun $15 22 pc combination metric sae wrench set $15 Had a $5 coupon so out the...

without the help of his wife.

Here's a couple of shots of the progress so far. She's closed in now except for the plastic over the upstairs windows. This is how it sits on the site. Now maybe my "match the existing elevation" answers make more sense. A little more framing and the circle tops will be ready to go in. The...

Time to get started, I ain't getting any younger. Sketchup can handle the plans...

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These things look pretty well made. I weight 210 and cannot put enough pressure on the end to make the spacer hit the cutting edge, the tooth bar carries it all up to at least there. It's not a replacement for the real thing and will never be but for someone like me that's begining a major...

Hopefully some of you guys can help me out with this decision. I was at my dealer's today picking up some filters. I've wanted a frame mount hoe from day 1 but just couldn't justify it. During the conversation I asked about a hoe and he took me to a used Mahindra (Bradco) hoe that came off a...

Many moons ago I remember seeing a linkage bar or top link as some refer that had about 2" of free travel built into the center barrel via slots and a solid rod stop. Anybody seen one of these animals or know where to find one?

A funnel cloud passes about 1/2 mile from home.

Bluegrass at it's very best! Anybody else here that went?

There's a 2" spring attached to the side of the tranny behind the hydro pedal mechanism. The other end is connected to a lever. This lever applies resistance to the pedals and recenters them. No spring, no resistance. The end broke off mine today. Picking your way through thick mature woods...

TYM has just purchased a 90,000 sf facility in eastern NC. I understand it to be used for tractor assembly, parts distribution etc. as well as for their other enterprises. I'm glad to see this as it is an additional developing resource for my Mahindra 2810HST, basically a TYM with a Kioti...

Maybe I'm just too heavy handed. While mounting the FEL today and cinching the clamp bolts with a 1/2" ratchet, I popped the head off one of the bolts. Closer inspection showed the bolt cracked about half way through just below the head. Checked the other bolt, also had a mark which could be...

My piece has always eased into motion silky smooth from a dead stop. Noticed today that if there was no resistance it wants to surge slightly when it starts motion. Any resistance and the surge is undetectable. Not a big problem but a different behavior. All other functions seem normal. Anyone...

End of an era. Beautiful machines, guess the 1970's technology finally caught up with them. I hear they were getting a bit testy in their old age, kinda like a few of us here at TBN:p

The cloud of ill fate passed over me this weekend. The disk drives in my primary home PC and in my notebook both failed catastrophically without warning within 4 hours........OUCH. Must have been my turn. Not even SpinRite could revive either of them. Backups were semi-current, didn't loose...

See the Oak that's on the left side of my avatar? Well it's been relocated. Welcome to Hurricane Season 2006 :(

Well... maybe not quite "we" but it's our second grandaughter and that's close enough:D The other one is 3, I've been throwing change and a few ones in her jar every night since she arrived. Guess I need to pick up the pace a little now:)

Happened to glance in an employee's pickup body and there's a 3/8 Makita drill, just like what we use in the shop. I look a little closer and there's the inventory number etched in the side of the case just like we do.........Hmmm. After going for years without losing enough tools to be...

Anybody ever heard of these folks? Propaganda says they want to send you new tools to keep at no charge in exchange for an honest evaluation. Dues $1.00 per month. The Bride signed me up (I think), she loves to help. I'm Leary of anything that smells fishy.

Been lots of discussion regarding HST operating temps, so I took some sample readings with an IR temp reader this morning. Test Conditions: Ambient: 82 f, overcast Tractor: Mahindra 2810HST Work: 5' Bush Hogging in grass, average density, 8" typical, 16" in spots Terrain: Rolling with a couple...

Been wondering if would be a good idea to switch the HST from Type 303 Non Foaming to synthetic. Don't know much about these products other than seems most folks that use them are happy with their performance. Would appreciate thoughts and recommendations from knowledgable folks. Thanks.

Thinking about going to synthetic on the Mahindra 2810HST, which is essentially a TYM with red makeup on. Has anyone tried synthetic in the tranny and were the results good? Thanks

Considering going to synthetics with my next round of changes on my 2810HST. No experience with these products. Would appreciate any thoughts, experiences, reccomendations, mines to avoid, etc. Thanks

And along with spring, turned this into this.

Saw this question asked, but the answer escaped me. Was very easy to link and rename an external URL with the previos version, have not seen a way to do this tonite. Is this function still available? Do I need to get another beer and look again?

of the block or better described as nearest the firewall and under the AC and heater lines always the doggone hardest to turn? Changed out the plugs on my old 350 this afternoon, replaced 7 in 15 minutes abd the 8th in another 90 minutes turning 1/4 turn in and out and soaking with WD40. Had...

Installed it tonite. 4 yrs. and 250 hrs. The existing would heat up and stop pulling on inclines after about 45 min. of use. Spray it with a water hose and cool for 3 min., good for 10 min more. Could have made do, but that's one PITA I really don't have to put up with plus the Bride mows...

I have a 25 yr old grease gun, markings long gone. This puppy works like a champ. There have been more than a few times over the years i have attacked a truly frozen zerk and pumped it tight enough to "lock" it on, having to get a wrench to losen the hose from the body to relieve pressure in...

Do not know which TYM models this crosses to, but wanted to pass info to those TYM owners that run the same chassis as the Mahindra HST 10 series. Found the 2 bolts that mount the rear of the front axle to the chassis out and gone today. The only thing holding the axle forward was the end of...

Found the 2 bolts that mount the rear of the front axle to the chassis out and gone today. The only thing holding the axle forward was the end of the front drive shaft, allowed the axle to move back .25". Drive shaft onnecting collar retainer was already broken from the pressure. Doesn't...

Taking a break from my weekend project, thought some of you may get a chuckle reading about it. Let's begin with: Problem A: Water running off the roof was splattering up the foundation and walls with mulch and clay. This was before I bordered the whole place with crushed brick. Ugly mess...

Thinking about buying a power inverter, mostly for recharging cordless stuff from my pickup. Been doing a little repair work at the old homeplace, no power there but I just can't let it decay away yet. May end up there someday if the Bride throws me out. Homier has one big enough and...

Looking for input from folks that have chunked Ma Bell and hooked up with a VoIP service such as Vonage. I'm at the max distance from a telly substation and have to complain about once every 6 months regarding the trashy phone line, however I've got a kickin cable broadband connection. The...

Saw a post a while back, can't seem to find it now regarding fluid for the HST. A little more info. My Service Manager told me to use Type 303 Non Foaming. Has a tad of color to it vs. the OEM which was clear as Hydraulic fluid, maybe just a tick thicker. No problems since the change, all...

Maybe some of you old timers will remember this photo. Lost my friend at 12 yrs. old to a freak accident, I was sawing down a tree when he heard it crack and came running from behind the house to protect me. Died in the line of duty. Don't know how much it says of me as a person to call a dog...

Saw 2 of these cursed varmits in the river behind the house today. Don't think one of them's feeling too good about now. These things are bad news. Basically a 20 lb wolf rat that swims and has no fear of anything. I've seen one come up on the bank specifically to entice a dog into the...

The Bride's dad has a small farm with a summer house up the mountain, keeps an L225 w/woods finish mower in the basement to mow with. We were there last week for a few days so I mowed for him, about 2 acres, a genuine pleasure to operate. Don't know the year model, but think he bought it new...

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First the facts: My backyard, solid red clay, slopes down 30% to water's edge about 100' behind the house. Ground is 95%+ covered with a mixture of fescue, centipede and wild bermudagrass. About a week ago I saw a strange mound of loose red clay on top of the grass. I was busy at the time...

A recent post brings back memories of days long gone. Is there anyone else here that's old enough (or grew up poor enough in my case) that have actually hollered "Gee" ,"Haw" and "Get up" ?

Just cleaned out the gutters....again. About half leafs half pine straw. Tired of this act, going to install some leaf guards. Local big box stores have screen types and the flow diverters. Any advise on what works and what doesn't appreciated. Thanks

Granddaddy\'s Christmas came 2 days early!! But that's OK we'll keep her anyway She's our first.

That little foil looking thing that you can stick under the battery and "INCREASE YOUR SIGNAL STRENGTH BY 300%". Anyone actually tried one of these things and do they help at all?

Well I just did a hard thing....let a good friend borrow my tractor. He knows how to run equipment and the use in an open area......still get that little knaw though. Hope he's still my good friend after he brings it home

Peacefully minding my own business today, suddenly BOOM, CRACK, SHAKE!!!! Now this little 4.5 was centered 30 miles west of Richmond and we're a good distance away, but to an old east coast boy that's never felt the ground the ground shake before in his life it was a enlightening experience...

Some folks are of the opinion that if a tractor weighs more than most others, it MUST be made of "cheap metal". Others might feel that if a tractor costs less that some others, it's GOT to be inferior. I own an "inferior tractor" made of "cheap metal" by some folk's standards, and I'm doggone...

Season\'s Greetings! A good day to stay inside and help Mrs. Claus with the tree! Here's wishing a happy and safe holiday season to all!

Seems this is my week for pet issues My Aussie usually stays home very well, however he rambled thru the woods to a neighbors house and discovered their cat today Fortunately no harm done other than an irritated neighbor's wife I'm considering an electronic fence, preferably a broadcast...

The Bride's father's mixed breed mutt has stayed loyally by his side for 17 years. Her Mom called me tonite, the little fellow is in bad shape, about to pass on. Dad can't bear to hurt him and can't stand to see him suffer any longer. I've been asked to intervene I can't go physically harm...

After watching this forum for awhile and participating recently, one thing has become very clear to me. Tractor owners, as a whole, bound to be the most brand loyal folks on God's green earth. Lots of folks struggle to understand how anyone can logically decide to purchase a color other than...

Considering installing a monitored wireless security for our home. The budget and time would not allow a hard wired system when we built. Recent events indicate a need. Been doing some research, several systems out there sound OK, GE has the best blurb. Claims sensor battery life is 5-8...

Ran across this website while doing a web search. A good checklist for the prospective tractor buyer to follow when considering a purchase, espescially those less familiar with equipment. Thought I would post it here, maybe help someone contemplating a purchase.

The lunar eclipse tonite was fascinating. From our location, the moon glowed a brilliant red before it eclipsed. The Bride and I sat on the tailgate and enjoyed the show!!

EGADS! FRIDAY NIGHT AND THE BEER\'S NOT COLD!! The coils are clean and the coil fan is running. The compressor is humming, but no joy in the fridge. It's a 7yr. old Kenmore. Any thoughts on what to check next, other than the phonebook?

Think I'm gonna have to work on the tranny in my 95 Chevy pickup. I'm a little disappointed at 100k miles, but it's lugged around everything from boats to bobcats for years without complaining, so I guess it's time. Considering just changing out the whole she-bang. Anyone want to make a...

Spider Webs? Here\'s a neat trick. I may be the only one who hasn't thought of this before, but just in case I'll tell my tale. When our house was built the ceiling in our garage ended up sprayed textured sheetrock (yea I know, dumb but that's another story). Since I often tinker in there at...

Stumbled across this tidbit tonight: <font color="blue"> </font> Judge Flooded With Calls Phones at the office of Oklahoma Federal Judge Lee West rang off the hook after his initial ruling against the list. People flooded West's office and home with angry calls and faxes, making it...

Went to TSC this morning to grab a 6' landscape rack to help with the limbs. Ran into a guy there from Carteret County. He was headed inland looking for a large generator and a fuel tank. Said he had wife and 6 kids at home, youngest 4 weeks old. Said no way he was going back home till he...

Looks like she'll pass right over our head tomorrow afternoon. I've put up, tied down, nailed up, and shut about everything around here this afternoon. Bet I'll have plenty of tractor work for myself and my neighbors by Friday morning..... Wish us luck. EW

My 2810HST came with a 108H loader. There was no manual, so the dealer was to mail me one and has not, an oversight I'm sure. I'll remind him next week. Meanwhile, I'd like to remove it this weekend. I'd appreciate it if someone could could reply with the short version of the procedure so I...

Time for a fresh coat on the Bush Hog. Heck, it's only 42 yrs. old! Anyone know if Mahindra red matches IH red?

Let's see if this works.....

Ideal for my situation, some fairly steep grades, good old hard red clay, and lots of trees. Still trying to train myself to wheel brake with left foot, not right. Takes a while for old dog to learn new tricks.

Worked it pretty hard today. Moving dirt with FEL. Used Bush Hog as counterweight. Turns all 4 industrial tires in low range without complaining. Small hydraulic leak at FEL fittings, but no big thing, easy to fix. No buyers remorse yet.

Ran it yesterday. Impressed so far. Does all I expected. Good design for visability to the FEL. Good actuation speeds on the hydraulics. Steering is effortless. The 3 pt. lifts a 1000 lb Bush Hog without whimpering. I farmed for many years and am pretty familiar with equipment in general...

Tomorrow\'s the day... Hi Folks, Been reading a while, lots of good stuff. Decided months ago to get a "real" tractor (135, 3000, 1020, etc) till I saw what my money would buy. Pitiful. Started shopping for compacts. Drove red, red, green, blue, purple, orange, orange, and white. Down to 2...