Redbug
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Ha Ha CycleGator...got ya to post! Ya just couldn't stand it anymore! Hello and welcome!
No more stupid parking break for me, using FEL from now on
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rdsaustintx
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Yassir. Just drop implements when stopped. Have not used my parking brake in years. 
RickB
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How about the parking brake tied to the flashers? No maybe that is overkill, a flashing light on the dash? How about a hand that comes out and gives you a "dope-slap"?
I would have installed several dozen if I could source them.
jimmyj
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How about the parking brake tied to the flashers? No maybe that is overkill, a flashing light on the dash? How about a hand that comes out and gives you a "dope-slap"?
That is hilarious.
Funny thing is, I NEVER have forgotten to take the brake off in the car. Just the tractor.
NSBound
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On my new Landini, there is a bright dash warning light, plus the brake lights stay lit when the Parking Brake is on. The brake lights being on is what has already reminded me several times, as I was getting back on the tractor, that the PB was set.
Rice Rider
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Guilty, yes, I've been in that spot several times. I too will drop the hoe and/or the FEL although I'm making an effort to always just step on the brake to release it in case the wife sets the brake.
Bedlam
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Wow ,look at the responses all at once.Its really common. my hand up us also,but ill admit that I could feel the drag and realized it well before smoke etc.
Charlesaf3
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yeah, there's a thread on how you would improve your kubota, and I don't think any of us were taken aback by "really annoying signal you've left the parking brake on would be nice".
Parking brake won't actually hold either of my machines on a hill - they creep a bit. Kubota warns that could happen in manual (I have foamed tires, ie lots of ballast). So I always drop bucket/attachment. Figure its a good habit.
Parking brake won't actually hold either of my machines on a hill - they creep a bit. Kubota warns that could happen in manual (I have foamed tires, ie lots of ballast). So I always drop bucket/attachment. Figure its a good habit.