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The wire doesn’t have to come to the surface.....just the lid of the box. And they make box extensions if you don’t want to make something to be below the box.

This seemed like good advice. Be cautious......but not afraid.

I’m not a FB guy but I was sent this screen capture......about sums it up

The coronavirus is more common in animals. It has crossed over to humans in different forms over the years. This version “they think” crossed over from either a cat or dog in the Wuhan market in China. This is from the CDC website-

I have the 1538 and a set of SSQA forks. I think the lift is similar. The lift cylinder angle actually makes the lift capacity worse when it’s close to the ground. I don’t think you will be lifting those pallets- or even coming coming close. I’d say the post above is about right- #1000 I can...

I have a snow plow with a 2 hydraulic cylinder angle adjustment. I installed a cross over relief valve and would like to “properly” adjust the relief valve. Is their a way to do this with just Tractor hydraulic pressure? I know I can push one side against a rock and adjust the relief by “feel”...

Spypoint Cell-Link Cellular Attachment - YouTube They have a free plan (something like 100 pics a month if I recall) and obviously paid plans. You pick Verizon or ATT depending on what works best where you want the camera. It’s not tied to your existing phone so you can pick whichever. I have...

Video- How a snow plow is made How It's Made: Snow Plows - YouTube

I do this too!

I saw one of these the other day and am passing it along. FEL mounted, vehicle mounted, ATV mounted etc. Not cheap, but it is a good solution for some. SnowHogg 2 - YouTube Boss Hogg 40HP Snow Blower - YouTube

I’m looking for the upper final drive gear. It’s in the front axle and is the one on the end of the axle shaft. Mine is stripped. Thx

From the photo of mine it looks like a group 34. The part number is 34/78-980.

Here is consumer reports recommendations- I’d also look at the stains they use for log homes.

While I’m not in the wholesaler everyday anymore, I do stay somewhat up to date on products. I saw this and it caught my eye. I have no association and haven’t used it personally. The EASIEST Way to Bond PVC Pipes and Fittings!! - YouTube

This is my guess......

A lot of updates to paint in the last few years. They have paints that claim to have the primer in them. Otherwise I’d Prime first. Two coats total either way. Home Depot paint has been rated very highly by Consumer Reports. I’d stick with that. An airless sprayer is definitely the way to...

I read the heading and was going to post a photo of booze and women! My favorite is the Rigid Tri-stand. I also have a standard 6” vise mounted on an old big rig brake drum. Both are the same height if I’m doing something long.

I’m borrowing the neighbor’s tractor which is a 10ish year old Kubota probably in the 40-50hp range. It has two interesting things happening. 1- if the 3 pt control lever is all the way up the loader controls are very slow. Moving the lever down even a small amount brings back full loader...

Well YouTube does it again! It has forgotten more than I know...... Amazing homemade manual wood splitter Best woodworking skills Ep4 - YouTube

They make some gutter guards/gutter helmets that would have the snow sliding over the gutter. Stopping the snow on an entire 4/12 metal roof has a very special name.......asphalt shingles!!

Should be something like this on the inlet and outlet.

I use both of these together and get 4-6 months. The ortho is good for most things but I added the other when I had a hard time with flees. Read the directions. The ortho has a much higher strength for around the foundation. I spray inside and out. About $25 will last me several years- I do...

I understand a steam cleaner or pressure washer will do wonders for cleaning the tractor. I’m just wondering if someone has found anything else that is serviceable? Dawn soap, simple green, canned degreaser from the auto parts store etc.

To start- I’ve always been one who looks over my vehicles (sometimes required by law) on a routine basis. I’d do the same with the tractor. I’ve caught a few things early that saved me some hassle later on. I’ve been doing some work in moon dust lately- it sucks! The first day I finished I...

Anyone tried the 71M wire for MIG? I do mostly tractor/farm type fab and repairs. This seems like a good fit.....on paper anyway. Just wondering if anyone has used it and could compare it to anything else. Maybe it’s more Like XXX stick or it’s not worth it for a homeowner or it’s the greatest...

After constantly chasing spilled battery acid all over the front on my machine I fixed it. It seemed I was spraying neutralizer all the time with little luck. The latch even started showing signs of damage. Once the old battery was removed, I cleaned everything and repainted it. The Optima is a...

Well I had the temp fix for a few weeks and finally found a nice “permanent” replacement. So far so good. I used the box for an hour or so to both push and pull and they seem to be holding up fine. Time will tell! I found a few bushings to go from the 7/8” hole down to the 1/2” pins on the link...

This was fun little project. I have a little Jeep trailer I can pull around for firewood etc. I got the shackle mainly to keep dirt out of the receiver. The receiver is a Curt brand (made in the USA) and was available online. The shackle was also an online purchase. Total with both parts was...

Some tips for the 50 hour service. Mahindra 1533/1538 50 hour service - YouTube

Or I’ll use one of these two options-

Oh yes she is loved!

I have a Mahindra 1538 which is a 38 HP machine. With pallet forks (not the clamp on the bucket style) I could lift the pallet in your second photo. I think the B series will be right on the edge with that load. With something on the 3pt for counter balance (I like my BB) and some light forks...

I have a CUT with a box scraper that stays on all the time and a FEL with SSQA. In the winter I attach a snow blade that has hydraulic angle. The setup has treated me very well! What I’d like to add is a “wing” or something similar to either the box scraper or front blade that would add 18” or...

If all you need is a fixed camera this should do. I have the pan/tilt unit.

I keep my BB on year round and would like to add a 2" receiver to move things around the yard. I'd also like to create a little cargo box to that I can attach to the BB when I want to carry the chainsaw etc. Anyone have photos of similar projects they have done? Looking for ideas- plus who...

I have a FEL that has had weak curl since new. It now has about 50 hours on it. The dealer added hydraulic top, tilt and rippers and third function- he was into the hydraulics. In my diagnosis I cycled everything several times- grapple, top/tilt/rippers, FEL lift and curl. I also swapped the...

I use pallets for my wood. They look like the photo above except they are made from 1x4 with a rope across the top to prevent the sides from pulling apart. All I did was trim the top of the pallet so it was even with the 2x4s that stand on end. I glued and screwed the 1x4 sides on. I get the...

I saw this the other day on a demo job site. The steel structure is about 3/4" plate. The scraper edge has bolt on blades that can he changed by loosening the bolts and sliding a new one in. The blades are laying next to the attachment. This thing looks like it is used mainly for removing vinyl...

The curl on my FEL is weak. I can often lift but not curl loads. Every other tractor I have used has been the opposite. What are the basic diagnostic steps to determine what is causing this?

I posted this in the Mahindra section. They suggested I also post here.

Thanks for the info. In both these cases I could lift but couldn't curl.

I have zero complaints about the lift capacity on my 1533. However, I've had a few incidents where I couldn't curl. In other words I could lift but couldn't curl. I've never been on a tractor that did that- it's always been the opposite. Before I go down the custom cylinder route I figured I'd...

I looked seriously at the LED UFOs and then found these on eBay. The folks were easy to work with. I was able to coordinate delivery dates etc via text. The lights work well. My shop is 25x40' with a sloped ceiling 17' on the high side and 14' on the low side. I chose to upsize 1 size based on...

Posted the video in the Mahindra section but this applies to any tractor with the fuel fill in the hood. Mahindra 1538 add fuel to tractor - YouTube No Spill, Inc. Diesel Can, 5 gal., CARB Compliant - For Life Out Here

This is an option for adding fuel. It uses an "approved" filler. Mahindra 1538 add fuel to tractor - YouTube

Interesting article. I'm not sure which manufactures are doing this. Toward the end it looks like some states are taking legislative action to prevent this in the future. Tractor Hack: Farmers are harnessing hacked software for John Deere repairs | Fox News

I want to install a new gate post made of steel. I had access to "oil field pipe" where I used to live and it was great for fence building. It didn't rust to failure like the "standard" grade steel from the suppliers. I'm not sure the grade but I'm betting someone on here does! I'm after...

Those switches only isolate when you have one or the other bank selected. As soon as you put the switch in the 1&2 position it combines both banks. Batteries are like a bag of apples- if one is bad and the rest are good it doesn't take long before all of them are bad. I'm assuming the Xantrex...

I live in an area that stays frozen all winter and now is starting to melt. With melting, our roads get icy and nasty. The municipalities use a motor grader with a serrated blade to create groves in the ice. I've had good luck with my box scraper with rippers down. My question is with regards to...

Anyone seen and or used this kit? It appears to use a good valve and a simple, low cost switch. If you can have your own hoses made I don't see a downside.....what say you? Fasse Rexroth Third Function Hydraulic Diverter Valve Kit Model EH2KL

I thought I recalled reading that an ORB/SAE male could thread and seal on NPT female as long as it was "hydraulic" style NPT threads. Is this so?

I've been reading and watching a lot about wood splitters here on TBN and YT. I have always had a bit of firewood around and would use a wood stove while on vacations. However, my move to a cooler climate has me looking at wood as a "required" task instead of a novelty. I went to a box store and...

2 cylinders....

This is after several years- don't expect that after the first application.

I'd like to put my toe in the water with regards to making hydraulic hoses. I haven't seen a good inexpensive press so was looking at the field made fittings. Anyone found a good inexpensive press or had good luck with the field fittings? I'm going to probably use 1/4" and 3/8" hose to start- I...

Worked the tractor for about 1.5hrs. Low 20°f and wind blowing 15-25mph. The tractor came up to temp in under 5' and never moved again. The motor, battery and air intake were clean and dry. I was pushing about an 8" storm.

I added a shut off to make filter changes easier and it allows me to isolate the fuel tank from the rest of the fuel system. Mahindra 1533 1538 fuel shut off - YouTube

I made a cheap grill cover for my 1538. The radiator cover still allowed snow to enter the grill and get to the battery and air intake. This should help with those issues and help maintain proper operating temps. Mahindra 1533 1538 winter grill cover - YouTube

I am looking at the Prince DRV to add a bit of safety to my front blade. The hydraulics I'm wanting to use this with is the two cylinders used for angle. Does anyone know what pressure I relief I need? It appears they make them from about 1300psi to 3000psi.

I am new to snow removal. I have a 38hp tractor and chains on the front tires. The blade has 2 large springs for the trip mechanism. It also has hydraulic angle. I used the thing for the first time today. I set the feet and was using the float feature for the FEL. It seamed like anytime I...

My manual for my 1538 lists a few "approved" fluids but no standard, weight, spec etc. I have found the Chevron 1000 THF locally and was leaning that way. I asked about the THF in the general section and I didn't find anyone who has had issues with it. Just verifying that the Chevron 1000 THF...

My Mahindra HST manual has a few choices of hydraulic fluid in the manual. One of them is Chevron 1000 THF. Chevron has treated my engines well but I don't know much about hydraulic fluid. I see a lot written about Tractor Supply fluid but I don't have that option near me. I have Wally World and...

The photo gets me on the thread I guess?!? Glrret- thanks for posting the "two "story" wood pallet. Great idea and one of my next projects. A note on the 3rd function- the Mahindra brand is a diverter so you lose curl while using it. I'd recommend the kit like the WR Long or CA Attachments...

I have newer vehicles- both tractor and trucks. I've read a lot of posts recently about Engine Block heaters (''tis the season!!) I've visited the websites for a few heaters and they make the claim of reduced emissions (less time it runs rich) and that your heater will blow warm air sooner. But...

Anyone used this thing or something like it for rocks? I'd assume I would take my bucket off so I could lift more. Rock Jaw Rock Moving Equipment

I want a bucket with teeth. I'm seeing new buckets for about $400 bucks and another $200 for bolt on teeth. I also am seeing these tooth bars that bolt onto the side of the bucket and span across the front edge. Those are about $350. I bring up cost because they are close enough in price I can...

I am looking for a good source to purchase chains from. My dealer recommended a place but what I received was so light duty I don't think I would run them on my SUV. I understand the advantages of different types- I'm just after a place that I can purchase from. Thank you!

I haven't used this number but it may be worth a shot.

Ok thank you for the input. I've posted a few 2' videos that I won't bore you with here but I did snap a few stills of some areas of concern. This shows an area along the frame where hoses have been added for the 3rd function. I have zip tied them away from all moving parts but they are...

I'd like to hear from folks who use hose protectors. What type? I'm assuming you use them anywhere a hose touches anything other than air- or am I paranoid?

Hope this helps someone. Here are a few links to videos of my attachments, added hydraulic top and tilt and third function and an overview. Mahindra 1538 - YouTube Mahindra 1538 Attachments - YouTube Mahindra 1538 Undercarriage - YouTube Mahindra 1538 hydraulic top and tilt, third 3rd...

I'm new to the snow area and plowing and have a front plow question- I've had one dealer tell me you can't back drag with the front plow because of the spring release and another dealer tell me that back dragging is not an issue with the spring release. Those of you who use the front plow for...

I am looking at a few of the Mahindra Implements. The HD box scraper looks solid. Has that been the consensus? I am hoping for user experience with the 5' grapple and or the offset rear blade. Mahindra is offering deals when purchasing implements with a tractor. I will be purchasing a 1533...

I am in an area of the country that is between a few different dealers. Anyone have experience with the Libby Montana dealer? Or the dealers in Spokane? I have also seen a dealer in southern Oregon who will deliver and talks about doing so all over the western USA. I'm looking to purchase the...

I am about to purchase a tractor and the CK3510 is a finalist. I have a few questions/concerns regarding the tractor- The Kioti is the only tractor I have found with a single hydraulic pump. All other brands us a dual pump- one to the steering and one to the loader. From experience has anyone...

Anyone converted/moved the L series loader control from the loader to the fender? I assume the easiest way to do this would be to use a cable controlled joystick but beyond that I have found very little. Thank you

First- thank you to everyone who posts and supports this forum! I have been looking at several brands of tractor because I have several dealers within an hour or so of me. A TYM and Kioti dealer was at the local fair. They seem to be a good dealer with a good long history so now I am also...