Recent content by DSM123

Sorry for the delay. Here’s what happened. At roughly 215 hours the v2403 developed a dead miss on cylinder 3. I determined this by loosening the injector lines. It was noted that there was no fuel coming out of the number 3 delivery valve on the IP. I removed and pop tested all injectors...

The MX5100 radiator is not suitable for agriculture use. The fin count is such that it clogs up too easily. Poor design for a tractor.

Bought new 5 years ago, 215 hours logged. Filters and maintenance performed as required. Now it has a failure with the fuel injection pump. Dealer wants $2400 to repair it. Is there a place that can rebuild the IP? I can remove and reinstall it. I’ve worked on diesels for 40 years and...

It seems like the most damaging element here is the suns UV rays drying out the wood causing it to split. I have a wood deck off the back of the house and the part that is shaded from the house is in very good shape after 10 years. The areas that have been exposed to full sun have been replaced...

Re: Tire ballast choice? What is the most economical and readily available tractor tire ballast options? I've read windshield washer fluid but that stuff runs around $2/gallon now. I'm also concerned about wheel rust and tire repair (plug) if/when needed.

So far I have logged roughly 5 hrs seat time. Mainly mowing with a six foot rotary cutter and clearing dead cedar trees with the FEL. After spending years operating older machines I can say it is a luxury to drive. Even my wife, who has never been on a tractor before, was able to operate the...

This seems like a decent deal to me. Now, the question is. will he have it when I get there??? Kubota 47 HP Package KubotaMX4700HST Tractor Kubota LA844 Loader with Q/A Landpride RCF2072 6' HD Cutter Landpride BB2572 6' HD Box Blade 20' Pipe Top Rail Trailer w/ ramps & 5,200 lb. axles...

I figure it's time to join up as every search always brings me here anyway. This site seems to be the mecca of tractor info. I'm currently in the market for a 45-55hp loader tractor to replace all the old machines that have served me well for the past 20 years. It's time to downsize and get up...