Recent content by Chuck_Lind

Does anyone notice an increase in GPH (Gallons Per Hour) usage with the ULSD (Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel) fuel being used in tractors? Last year I really noticed it when using my 6' rotary mower. It seemed like I was using nearly twice the fuel on ULSD compared to the pre-ULSD. Anyone have the...

I've noticed over the past couple of months the fuel consumption on my 2000 TN65 is higher. For the winter, I've poured about 1/4 can of diesel fuel conditoner, but that's all I've done. I use the same diesel fuel source as before. There's only 736 hours on the engine. Anyone have this...

Currently, my TN65 is parked for the winter, covered with tarps and ready for any snowplowing operations as deemed necessary. How often should one start up the tractor and let it run for an hour or so to keep the battery charged, the diesel fuel flowing properly and to ensure the hydraulics are...

Does anyone know EXACTLY where that irritating warning horn is located and where to disconnect it?? Not only does it drive me nuts; it beeps on its own free-will during the night, during the day and any other inconvenient time. I know it's a warning horn, but it's time for it to go!! Please...

Could someone kindly display photos of a backhoe subframe? I've read where it is best to have a subframe to prevent "tractor breakage". I'm thinking about buying a backhoe for my NH TN65 in the near future and I'd like to see what it looks like. Thank you in advance....

I have a 1956 John Deere Model 50 that was manufactured in February 1956 - just prior to the changeover to the Model 520. It was the last of the 300 "50's" built. I restored it completely and it actually runs better than when it was new. Not sure why it runs better, perhaps the timing was off...

Why do they make tires for "Trailer use only"? What is different about their design, if any?

For the last couple of days, I noticed the low brake fluid indicator light flickering. First...to the manual to read up on troubleshooting. As one might expect, low brake fluid. Removed the cap from the brake fluid reservoir only to find out it's nearly to the "max' level. Added more brake...

I've been shopping for a John Deere 300x lawn tractor with a 42" non-mulching deck. I was quoted $2,666 + tax. Retail is $2,899 + tax. Anyone have experience in shopping for John Deere?

I've been comparing two sub-compact tractors to mow around my property. Both the NH TZ25DA and the John Deere 2305 are comparable in terms of horsepower, features, 4WD, etc. The NH has 25 hp; the JD 24 hp. NH has a 60" mid-mount mower and the JD has a 62" mid-mount mower deck. Both dealers...

Does anyone remember the rollover demo of a New Holland tractor at the Penn State Ag Days? The tractor was controlled via remote control and they demonstrated different slopes, hitching, etc. and the disasterous results. I was looking at my old PC and ran across several of these demos that I...

Got the first opportunity a couple of weeks ago to use my NH TN65 4WD for snow removal. I use a LandPride 96" backblade along with the 32LA loader on the tractor. If you set the backblade up properly by allowing it to contour the ground, it works like a charm; as long as you're going forward...

Read this interesting article in the Boston Globe this morning about the new "Green" diesel fuel that is being manufactured. Interesting atrticle. Qatar's 'green diesel' set for market - Boston.com

Is there any harm in using dry gas in the fuel tank of my tractor? I would think it would remove any moisture/water to prevent problems. Anyone have good or bad experiences?

Displayed is a picture of my grandfather's old John Deere wagon (circa early 1950's). My cousin turned this hay wagon into what I term a "Redneck Mobile Deere Stand". Although it's not complete...it does sport an aluminum door, wood sides and a roof. He is going to install windows...then a...