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polarred21
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Thanks! The emblem is cut from some extra reflective tape I had, and mimics the Massey. Needs a backing plate, maybe later. Brush guard battle tested in the woods and worked great.
Pimp my Massey: New GC1723EB
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Those brain farts are slipping out way to often these days.
Thats a nice match with dual purpose.
I sliced some of that tape into 1/4" strips and stuck it on T Posts years ago. The posts are rusted but the tape stayed.
Looks great!!
BTW, a quick Japanese lesson -- "mitsu" = "three" (of something), "bishi" = "diamond(s)".
Yep, the same Japanese conglomerate that makes cars, trucks, heavy equipment, refrigerators, skis, and "Three Diamonds" canned tuna, among other stuff.....
BTW, a quick Japanese lesson -- "mitsu" = "three" (of something), "bishi" = "diamond(s)".
Yep, the same Japanese conglomerate that makes cars, trucks, heavy equipment, refrigerators, skis, and "Three Diamonds" canned tuna, among other stuff.....
GeneV
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Oh wow, I learned something today! Thx.
Dmacleo
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but will you remember it? us old men learn new things every day. mostly because we forgot what we learned the day before.
GeneV
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Speak for yourself boomer, I'm only fifty thr...fifty...uh...hold up, I gotta ask my wife, she knows. Thank God for her, we've been married twenty seve...eh, uh twenty...oh shux I forget.
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polarred21
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Day 62
First tank of gas and close to empty was at 13.5 hours, definitely not clock use and based on rpms. Things will slow down a bit on the upgrades as other Spring priorities kick in.
My father's old implements from the 8N were loaned and stored at a friends house for the past 30 years, so he and I hauled over to my house. The only things that I will try to use are the 3 point forks I built and not sure about the 6 foot scrape blade, has sentimental value but just too big for the little GC. I plan to modify the forks to SSQA. Right now this is the only 3 point implements I have, but will purchase a 54 inch box blade next.
Testing out my buddy's 16 foot car hauler to see how the GC would fit and how much room left over. I will need to purchase a new trailer at some point, not crazy about the $4k price tags I'm seeing.
The thumb finally came in. It is definitely the heaviest weldment on the BH at 50 lbs. I tested on the rock it could...... and the rock it couldn't.
Built a 2nd brush guard for a friend, turned out well and he is happy with it.
The 54 inch mower deck FINALLY came in after 2 months. First time removing the FEL and BH, no issues removing and stored outside for now. Research told me that the mower front bracket handle would interfere with the tie down and maybe the brush guard, so first thing I did was cut it off. Also had to grind the slots on the tractor front end bracket for it to fit the first time. So far stoked to use it, minimal use so far but mows great. Would love to find Gator blades to fit. Also would not roll under the tractor without raising the front end with FEL, it hit the RetailRems guard underneath.
They definitely put no engineering thought with what to do with these BH hoses dangling on the rear. Determined to find a good method, was thinking about some bolt on clamps when the thought hit me about the large rubber coated wire ties I had laying around from Lowe's. After a few attempts, came up with this and works great, only takes a minute to stow away.
The bucket hooks and shackles on the back of the bucket worked great for several lifts recently, no regrets putting them here.
First tank of gas and close to empty was at 13.5 hours, definitely not clock use and based on rpms. Things will slow down a bit on the upgrades as other Spring priorities kick in.
My father's old implements from the 8N were loaned and stored at a friends house for the past 30 years, so he and I hauled over to my house. The only things that I will try to use are the 3 point forks I built and not sure about the 6 foot scrape blade, has sentimental value but just too big for the little GC. I plan to modify the forks to SSQA. Right now this is the only 3 point implements I have, but will purchase a 54 inch box blade next.
Testing out my buddy's 16 foot car hauler to see how the GC would fit and how much room left over. I will need to purchase a new trailer at some point, not crazy about the $4k price tags I'm seeing.
The thumb finally came in. It is definitely the heaviest weldment on the BH at 50 lbs. I tested on the rock it could...... and the rock it couldn't.
Built a 2nd brush guard for a friend, turned out well and he is happy with it.
The 54 inch mower deck FINALLY came in after 2 months. First time removing the FEL and BH, no issues removing and stored outside for now. Research told me that the mower front bracket handle would interfere with the tie down and maybe the brush guard, so first thing I did was cut it off. Also had to grind the slots on the tractor front end bracket for it to fit the first time. So far stoked to use it, minimal use so far but mows great. Would love to find Gator blades to fit. Also would not roll under the tractor without raising the front end with FEL, it hit the RetailRems guard underneath.
They definitely put no engineering thought with what to do with these BH hoses dangling on the rear. Determined to find a good method, was thinking about some bolt on clamps when the thought hit me about the large rubber coated wire ties I had laying around from Lowe's. After a few attempts, came up with this and works great, only takes a minute to stow away.
The bucket hooks and shackles on the back of the bucket worked great for several lifts recently, no regrets putting them here.
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tacticalturnip
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You've really put a lot into making that GC yours.
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Wanted to thank you for these detailed posts.
Just bought a 1725 and was looking at ideas and real world experiences.
This entire thread was extremely helpful.
I need one of them Brush Guards
Just bought a 1725 and was looking at ideas and real world experiences.
This entire thread was extremely helpful.
I need one of them Brush Guards
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polarred21
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Thanks and glad it helped. I have much more to do, but priorities are taking over. I may make some more brush guard, but they wouldn't be cheap.Wanted to thank you for these detailed posts.
Just bought a 1725 and was looking at ideas and real world experiences.
This entire thread was extremely helpful.
I need one of them Brush Guards