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FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).I had thought about that. Problem is that its currently behind all of my firewood (Ooops! Poor planning on my end), and I think mine...
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FFields_mj reacted to SPYDERLK's post in the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA) with
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If you have a bushog put it on semi permanent. Theres 600#+ and leverage. Add some weight on top of deck when you need it. Weight on the... -
FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).If I use RR ties, I'll likely drill a 1/2" hole though them and drive a piece of rebar through it, and then wrap a cheap strap around it...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread 2008 TC40DA loosing power.I think mine is the other way around. The gauge was getting pretty low, but 5 gal of fuel almost overflowed the tank.
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FBlow the fuel line back into the tank. Also dont go by the gauge. My tc40 shut off on my climbing a pile. Then the key wouldnt do...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread 2008 TC40DA loosing power.Well, its not an issue with venting the tank. I also clamped that hose off with a pair of needle nose pliers, and that didn't seem to...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately) those are the customers who are willing to pay a premium to get the work done exactly the way they...
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FFields_mj reacted to RjCorazza's post in the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA) with Good Post.
I have chains, but my customer base would not tolerate the chain marks on pavement. A big selling point for me is UHMW Polyethylene plow...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).I'd strongly recommend tire chains. I've already found that the 1710 with 2wd and chains can push a lot more snow than the TC40 with...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).Yeah, but that's just the box. You still have to fill it with something. I have a frame that I built and mounted to my 3pt. Its a big...
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FFields_mj reacted to WM75Guy's post in the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA) with Good Post.
The Tractordata info is wrong, it will not lift that much. I struggle with my 16LA loader, the previous model to the 250TL, to get a...
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FFields_mj reacted to WM75Guy's post in the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA) with Good Post.
Our TC40DA has a Red Master II arena drag on it all the time. It weights 816# and sticks out a bit so leverage helps. The tires are...
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FFields_mj replied to the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA).That's why I'm bumping this up on the priority list. I'm basically putting over 5k on the front axle which is a no-no. So far, I've...
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FFields_mj reacted to dodge man's post in the thread How much ballast for a 40hp machine (TC40DA) with Good Post.
I’m going to say 1000 pounds minimum, 1500 might be better. The owners manual might say. If your tractor will lift it and almost be...
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FI'm curious how much ballast weight someone would recommend for a 40hp tractor and loader. This past Jan I picked up a (new to me)...