flingwing1969
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I put this list together for me and for friends contemplating getting a new tractor. I also posted it on a "
Small stuff that I didn't think I needed" thread. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/owning-operating/390547-small-stuff-i-didnt-think.html
It is somewhat comprehensive but I'm always adding to it when a good idea comes up for something forgotten - like I always carry ratchet straps but forgot to mention them on my first list. I tried not to get into implements because those are really needs dependent - heck, I wouldn't live without an FEL but a guy/gal who mostly plows and harvests is much more concerned with TPH stuff.
Anyway, take it or leave it and let me know if you think of anything I've forgotten, especially the on-tractor stuff.
Shop Items You Should Have
• Two complete sets of combination wrenches
• Complete set of regular and deep-well sockets and ratchet wrenches – ½” if you can only afford one
• Large breaker bar
• Good compressor with fair capacity – no pancakes here
• Large high capacity air wrench
• Grinder or two with grinding wheels and cutoff wheels – 4 ½” works but one of those and 8” is better
• Learn to weld and do it often so get a nice welder when you can – 180amp or better
• Plasma cutter, oxy/ace set, chop-saw, cold cut saw or the like (all is better) if you will be fabricating
• A good grease gun (cordless electric is great) and a Locknlube® Grease Coupler will make your life easy
• Work Lights
• ½” Drill and quality bits up to ½” in size (two of each you’ll appreciate)
• Drill press and bits
• Pry bars
• Etc, etc, etc.
Tractor Carry Items
• Spare key
• A good fire extinguisher mounted on the tractor
• Extra hairpin clips
• Extra ouch clips
• Extra TPH Pin or pins
• Spare Fuses
• Spare Shear Pins (as appropriate)
• A small first aid kit.
• Ear muffs
• Gloves
• Shop Rags or Paper Towels
• Set of combination wrenches for common nuts/bolts on your tractor
• Properly sized adjustable wrench
• Silicon fusing tape – for emergency repairs
• Zip ties
• Flashlight and spare batteries – keep one of the flashlight batteries backwards to prevent discharge
• Channel-Lock pliers
• Tubeless tire plugs – you may not be able to fill a tire but you might catch it before it’s flat and limp home
• Hammer or better yet, a hatchet with a hammer end on it
• Waterless hand cleaner would be appreciated after a greasy field repair
• At least a couple of good length ratchet straps – you’ll find a world of uses for these
Tractor Mods You Will Appreciate
• Work lights front and rear, heck put one on each side too – use relays, fuses, and waterproof switches
• Horn – I know, HUH? You’ll be surprised how often you use it when working with friends and family
• Tool/materials boxes where ever you can find a spot for them
• At least one chain box/basket mounted somewhere
• SSQA if you don’t have one and if your FEL capacity will handle the weight and still serve you
• TPH quick connect, unless you keep your backhoe on most of the time like I do
• 2” trailer receiver on the front – they do more than give you the ability to push a trailer
• Bucket/forks chain hooks – either welded on or quality bolt on hooks
• Cup/bottle holder – find a place to put it and you’ll love it on a cold/hot day
• Inclinometer for those tippy times – cheep, look kinda cool, and available from Jeep shops
• Top quality battery – the one that comes with most tractors are not. Mine is 50 amp hours and they want $300+ for a replacement when I can get a 125 amp hour car battery for well under $200.
Small stuff that I didn't think I needed" thread. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/owning-operating/390547-small-stuff-i-didnt-think.html
It is somewhat comprehensive but I'm always adding to it when a good idea comes up for something forgotten - like I always carry ratchet straps but forgot to mention them on my first list. I tried not to get into implements because those are really needs dependent - heck, I wouldn't live without an FEL but a guy/gal who mostly plows and harvests is much more concerned with TPH stuff.
Anyway, take it or leave it and let me know if you think of anything I've forgotten, especially the on-tractor stuff.
Shop Items You Should Have
• Two complete sets of combination wrenches
• Complete set of regular and deep-well sockets and ratchet wrenches – ½” if you can only afford one
• Large breaker bar
• Good compressor with fair capacity – no pancakes here
• Large high capacity air wrench
• Grinder or two with grinding wheels and cutoff wheels – 4 ½” works but one of those and 8” is better
• Learn to weld and do it often so get a nice welder when you can – 180amp or better
• Plasma cutter, oxy/ace set, chop-saw, cold cut saw or the like (all is better) if you will be fabricating
• A good grease gun (cordless electric is great) and a Locknlube® Grease Coupler will make your life easy
• Work Lights
• ½” Drill and quality bits up to ½” in size (two of each you’ll appreciate)
• Drill press and bits
• Pry bars
• Etc, etc, etc.
Tractor Carry Items
• Spare key
• A good fire extinguisher mounted on the tractor
• Extra hairpin clips
• Extra ouch clips
• Extra TPH Pin or pins
• Spare Fuses
• Spare Shear Pins (as appropriate)
• A small first aid kit.
• Ear muffs
• Gloves
• Shop Rags or Paper Towels
• Set of combination wrenches for common nuts/bolts on your tractor
• Properly sized adjustable wrench
• Silicon fusing tape – for emergency repairs
• Zip ties
• Flashlight and spare batteries – keep one of the flashlight batteries backwards to prevent discharge
• Channel-Lock pliers
• Tubeless tire plugs – you may not be able to fill a tire but you might catch it before it’s flat and limp home
• Hammer or better yet, a hatchet with a hammer end on it
• Waterless hand cleaner would be appreciated after a greasy field repair
• At least a couple of good length ratchet straps – you’ll find a world of uses for these
Tractor Mods You Will Appreciate
• Work lights front and rear, heck put one on each side too – use relays, fuses, and waterproof switches
• Horn – I know, HUH? You’ll be surprised how often you use it when working with friends and family
• Tool/materials boxes where ever you can find a spot for them
• At least one chain box/basket mounted somewhere
• SSQA if you don’t have one and if your FEL capacity will handle the weight and still serve you
• TPH quick connect, unless you keep your backhoe on most of the time like I do
• 2” trailer receiver on the front – they do more than give you the ability to push a trailer
• Bucket/forks chain hooks – either welded on or quality bolt on hooks
• Cup/bottle holder – find a place to put it and you’ll love it on a cold/hot day
• Inclinometer for those tippy times – cheep, look kinda cool, and available from Jeep shops
• Top quality battery – the one that comes with most tractors are not. Mine is 50 amp hours and they want $300+ for a replacement when I can get a 125 amp hour car battery for well under $200.
