XG3025 Recall

[Doofy]

Thanks for addition & correction.

You're most right about those bolts coming loose. It's an on going issue w/ our tractor as well.
We're looking forward to having this upper link do its designed task.

We have had a lot of rain following our tractors return. Today was our first real test of the new rigging.
Another stump removal under way.

BigBlue, you should look at Bro-Tec.com for their backhoe Ripper/Trencher. These are very inexpensive and replace the bucket. Should make stump removal much easier and faster. You don't have to dig up so much dirt or fill as many holes. The Trencher bolts on to the ripper for cleaning out trenches. This unit is quicker and easier on your BH than using the bucket.

 

[Big Blue Florida]

Big Blue Florida thanks for posting that photo of how the top link is attached to your tractor/backhoe. After looking at the photo I went through my LB1100 Backhoe Operators Manual again and there is no mention of the top link & the illustrations do not show it at all. Hopefully my tractor will be back tomorrow or Saturday and I can see if it has the top link attached. You have mentioned that you have photos of "stump removal" any chance you can post some pictures? Thanks

Yes, will do. They are of tall 100ft pine trees. We lost a lot of trees during storms in the last 2 yrs.

 

[Big Blue Florida]

BigBlue, you should look at Bro-Tec.com for their backhoe Ripper/Trencher. These are very inexpensive and replace the bucket. Should make stump removal much easier and faster. You don't have to dig up so much dirt or fill as many holes. The Trencher bolts on to the ripper for cleaning out trenches. This unit is quicker and easier on your BH than using the bucket.

Much thanks for the link but it was a blank when clicking on it.

 

[Big Blue Florida]

The following are part of our stump removal program w/ the XG3025H as requested.
The hole was dug out & then the many tap roots were under cut after the sand & mud was washed out from the roots.

 

[Big Blue Florida]

This stump was too tippy for the tractor to safely carry it to the woods.
We dragged it backwards for 1/4 mile.

 

[Doofy]

Much thanks for the link but it was a blank when clicking on it.

Sorry. Just punch Bro-Tec in to your browser.

 

[fgsiii]

This stump was too tippy for the tractor to safely carry it to the woods.
We dragged it backwards for 1/4 mile.

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Big Blue thanks for posting the photos, those are some big stumps. Can't wait to get my tractor back! Doofy thanks for the info on Bro-Tek, they have some interesting products. I sent them a message asking about supported LS models. BTW here is the correct link Bro-Tek .

 

[fgsiii]

Big Blue thanks for posting the photos, those are some big stumps. Can't wait to get my tractor back! Doofy thanks for the info on Bro-Tek, they have some interesting products. I sent them a message asking about supported LS models. BTW here is the correct link Bro-Tek .

I received a reply from Bro-Tek saying that they will fabricate their products for the LS XG3025, no problem. The wheel spacers and the ripper/trencher are on my list. Got a text from my dealer yesterday saying that my tractor with backhoe installed will be delivered today (Saturday). I'm anxious to check the top link issue as discussed previously. I'll post the results later.

 

[fgsiii]

I received a reply from Bro-Tek saying that they will fabricate their products for the LS XG3025, no problem. The wheel spacers and the ripper/trencher are on my list. Got a text from my dealer yesterday saying that my tractor with backhoe installed will be delivered today (Saturday). I'm anxious to check the top link issue as discussed previously. I'll post the results later.

My tractor XG3025 with the LB1100 backhoe was delivered this afternoon. I immediately checked for the top link hook up and find that my backhoe has no way to attach the top link. Please see attached photos. Big Blue Florida is that attachment point for the top link on your backhoe welded or bolted on, couldn't tell from the photo. I plan to contact my dealer next week to see if he can explain the different models. Happy fathers day to all the Dads

 

[Doofy]

Very Nice! Congratulations on your new Baby. I just wish LS would include the BH outrigger pads. It can't be that expensive.