4ft brushhog? Any suggestions?

[Bowhunter]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( $650, the dealer I bought my tractor from was trying to sell me the same for $800 telling me how good of deal he was making me. )</font>
Wow that's a deal. A friend of mine paid around $1000 for a BB48 three years ago.

 

[btolle]

I had a 42" Howse that was "OK" but I sold it with the old tractor.

I am picking up a 4' Modern Competitor tomorrow morning at local Kubota dealer, I happened to be there this morning picking up some filters when it was unloaded off the truck.

$695 + $55 adder for hot dip galvanized deck.

Modern is made in Beaumont, TX and I have gone to their warehouse to pick up parts for a box blade, they would be handy for you since you are in Orange.

One difference in the Modern (vs. the Howse) is it has an access plate on top you can take off to get the the bolts that hold the blades on. Should make it easier when it is time to grind or replace blades. I am not familiar with other brands so I don't know if this is a standard feature or not.

Check deck thickness on whatever you buy. The Modern has a 3/16" deck and weighs 560 pounds.

I think the Beaumont Kubota dealer sells the Modern cutter. I would certainly consider the galvanized option for the small upcharge, especially if it is going to be stored outdoors.

TSC in Beaumont sells the King Kutter I believe but I haven't looked at them too closely.

Bill Tolle

 

[fireshawn]

I have been using my hog alot this week, in some pretty rought stuff. I do tend to use stuff to it's full capictity. I couldn't be happier w/ it's performance. It is a Dale Phillip's . Huge blades, heavy metal on the body, and like I said, I have been rough on it. Here is a pic of the tractor and the blade and then I will show you some afters.

 

[fireshawn]

before any work

 

[fireshawn]

same spot after

 

[fireshawn]

I know of one place in Liberty Hill that has these. They are extremely heavy duty. I am looking at also getting a box blade from the same manufacturer. Good look, and get a front guard for that cutter!!!

 

[DmansPadge]

Looks like it'll take care of business! I also like the orange color since it'll be pulled behind a Kubota! I made a quick stop by my Kubota dealer today to pick up a few things and got some brochures on brush hogs. One of them was a brochure on Modern Attachments. I didn't realize Modern is made right here in Beaumont. I'm going to look at those first because it is a local company. I don't know how wide spread Modern is, but they have about 4-5 manufactoring facilities in Jefferson and Hardin county. Here is a link if anyone is interested. Modern Attachments

Thanks.

 

[Soundguy]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( I like that you go your own way and don't hold a grudge )</font>

That t0-20 must be about ready for a rebuild... that tractor will / should handle a 5' hog fine. That machine is essentially 'power-identical' to a ford N series.. except that you guys have OHV.. and we are running L-heads, and a ford N handles a 5' fine.. A NAA ( close to a 30/35.. handles a 6' cutter fine. )

Soundguy

 

[DmansPadge]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( ( I am picking up a 4' Modern Competitor tomorrow morning at local Kubota dealer, I happened to be there this morning picking up some filters when it was unloaded off the truck.$695 + $55 adder for hot dip galvanized deck.Modern is made in Beaumont, TX and I have gone to their warehouse to pick up parts for a box blade, they would be handy for you since you are in Orange.One difference in the Modern (vs. the Howse) is it has an access plate on top you can take off to get the the bolts that hold the blades on. Should make it easier when it is time to grind or replace blades. I am not familiar with other brands so I don't know if this is a standard feature or not.Check deck thickness on whatever you buy. The Modern has a 3/16" deck and weighs 560 pounds.I think the Beaumont Kubota dealer sells the Modern cutter. I would certainly consider the galvanized option for the small upcharge, especially if it is going to be stored outdoors.))</font>

I made my last post before reading your reply. As I said in my previous post, I went by Beaumont Tractor today to get my hydraulic fliud and an air filter. I didn't have much time so I didn't talk to a salesman about the Modern cutters but I did pick up a brochure. I'm going to give them a close look. I'd like to support a company in my area if they are well built units. Just flipping through my brochure today I also though the Competitor would be my choice. The galvanized dip is a great option. I might have to keep it outside due to garage space. It would be under a shed, but none the less, would be out in the elements. One question about the galvanized.... if in years to come and it needed a little patching/repair how would welding on it be? I've got access to an old cracker box ac/dc welding machine. Would that work? Maybe a special rod would be needed? I'm not much of a welder... just good enough to stick stuff together! /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Thanks Bill.

 

[DmansPadge]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( Pray for our troops!!)</font>

I like that signature enought that I'm gonna have to steal it from you and add it to mine. I'm sure you want mind and maybe some others will follow suit.