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Hi Djwalker, and Rodneyd,
Both have very valid points. We state in our instructional
installation/use papers that go out with every indicator
that all wheels should be extended outward to their limit
and wheel and frame weights should be used if a tractor is
to be operated on slopes. We also state that the use of
implements such as loader buckets etc. will change the c.g.
We recommend that rops be used always. The indicator is a
reference tool similar to what a speedometer is. If the
speed limit is 55, this is the maximum speed for ideal
situations. Dark of night, rain, snow etc. of course will
warrant a change in your speed. The use of different
implements, soft ground, ruts, etc. will warrant changes
in operation and limits. It is a tool for reference.
A speedometer will not prevent an accident any more than
an indicator will prevent a roll-over. I use to have a
kubota B6200. She had a problem of over heating when I
abused her. And abuse her I did. I always had to take a
little more care when the conditions warranted it. Footnote; Probably the best tractor I ever had or could hope to have. So, as stated, just a reference tool. I have
had more experience on slopes than most, and I still enjoy
my indicator. But I would not put my life on it, and I make
the darn things. (too many variables.) I use to take an old Ford Bronco off road
alot. Glad I didn't depend on the firestone tires either.
Having too much fun picking on the wife and daughter to
bite the big one yet. Rick
Both have very valid points. We state in our instructional
installation/use papers that go out with every indicator
that all wheels should be extended outward to their limit
and wheel and frame weights should be used if a tractor is
to be operated on slopes. We also state that the use of
implements such as loader buckets etc. will change the c.g.
We recommend that rops be used always. The indicator is a
reference tool similar to what a speedometer is. If the
speed limit is 55, this is the maximum speed for ideal
situations. Dark of night, rain, snow etc. of course will
warrant a change in your speed. The use of different
implements, soft ground, ruts, etc. will warrant changes
in operation and limits. It is a tool for reference.
A speedometer will not prevent an accident any more than
an indicator will prevent a roll-over. I use to have a
kubota B6200. She had a problem of over heating when I
abused her. And abuse her I did. I always had to take a
little more care when the conditions warranted it. Footnote; Probably the best tractor I ever had or could hope to have. So, as stated, just a reference tool. I have
had more experience on slopes than most, and I still enjoy
my indicator. But I would not put my life on it, and I make
the darn things. (too many variables.) I use to take an old Ford Bronco off road
alot. Glad I didn't depend on the firestone tires either.
Having too much fun picking on the wife and daughter to
bite the big one yet. Rick