RadarTech
Elite Member
ok, for months and months I have been reading these little known tractor facts.
Some of these I SWEAR came from this VERY web site..
I'll post a few and yall decide:
Tractors are fun to use, but never let your spouse or SO know this. It is very important for all tractor owners to keep this a secret. And, although they may suspect, never let family or friends refer to chores you do with your tractor as "playing." Correct them immediately -- you are working. Keep that grin off your face. Your tractor is not "your toy," it is a machine.
If you drive your tractor on the road, you know how important a slow moving vehicle (SMV) emlem can be to your safety. But, did you know that there is a new standard (ASAE S276.5) for this emblem, which is more reflective and easier to see at night? In fact, a retrofit kit for existing emblems is available from Successful Farming magazine. To update your old emblems, send $7 for each kit to Successful Farming - SMV Kit, 1716 Locust Street LS 445, Des Moines, IA 50309-3023. Each kit contains the orange center triangle (daytime visibility) and three strips of border tape (nightime) -- does not include metal backing. Gempler's also has new style SMV emblems.
Why are tractor wheels smaller in the front than in the back? Rear tractor wheels are large for maximum tire/ground contact. This improves both stability and traction. And, since tractors have no suspension, this helps to even out the ride somewhat for the driver. Front tractor wheels are small to minimize tire/ground contact and make steering easier. Small wheels also allow for a tighter turning radius with a narrow wheelbase.
You know you're having a bad day when...
[excerpted from Unbridled Thoughts, by Bernie Armata]
You forgot where a certain large rock was located while brush-hogging a field.
The tractor seat is covered with bird droppings because you didn't cover it with the tarp last night.
You've finished changing the oil in the tractor and it occurs to you later that you may have forgotten to put the drain plug back in the oil pan.
You travel 20 miles to get a part for your tractor and when you get back home with it, discover that the dealer gave you the wrong one.
LEGAL NOTICE--- these were all found on the net, with all the credit given when I know it....
More to follow----
I promise!
J
Some of these I SWEAR came from this VERY web site..
I'll post a few and yall decide:
Tractors are fun to use, but never let your spouse or SO know this. It is very important for all tractor owners to keep this a secret. And, although they may suspect, never let family or friends refer to chores you do with your tractor as "playing." Correct them immediately -- you are working. Keep that grin off your face. Your tractor is not "your toy," it is a machine.
If you drive your tractor on the road, you know how important a slow moving vehicle (SMV) emlem can be to your safety. But, did you know that there is a new standard (ASAE S276.5) for this emblem, which is more reflective and easier to see at night? In fact, a retrofit kit for existing emblems is available from Successful Farming magazine. To update your old emblems, send $7 for each kit to Successful Farming - SMV Kit, 1716 Locust Street LS 445, Des Moines, IA 50309-3023. Each kit contains the orange center triangle (daytime visibility) and three strips of border tape (nightime) -- does not include metal backing. Gempler's also has new style SMV emblems.
Why are tractor wheels smaller in the front than in the back? Rear tractor wheels are large for maximum tire/ground contact. This improves both stability and traction. And, since tractors have no suspension, this helps to even out the ride somewhat for the driver. Front tractor wheels are small to minimize tire/ground contact and make steering easier. Small wheels also allow for a tighter turning radius with a narrow wheelbase.
You know you're having a bad day when...
[excerpted from Unbridled Thoughts, by Bernie Armata]
You forgot where a certain large rock was located while brush-hogging a field.
The tractor seat is covered with bird droppings because you didn't cover it with the tarp last night.
You've finished changing the oil in the tractor and it occurs to you later that you may have forgotten to put the drain plug back in the oil pan.
You travel 20 miles to get a part for your tractor and when you get back home with it, discover that the dealer gave you the wrong one.
LEGAL NOTICE--- these were all found on the net, with all the credit given when I know it....
More to follow----
I promise!
J
