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    Basic theft prevention

    No need to change the keys. Pull the fuse to the starter circuit.
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    I keep breaking 1/2 ratchets on my lug nuts.

    Only use “impact sockets” made just for what you are doing. Regular sockets can shatter and send dangerous pieces into the air. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=impact+sockets+1%2F2+drive&crid=2FK3YF2PY7TTZ&sprefix=impact+sockets%2Caps%2C1038&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_14
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    I keep breaking 1/2 ratchets on my lug nuts.

    There are special high strength sockets made just for impact drivers that can also be used in your situation with a breaker bar. Regular sockets can shatter in heavy use and send dangerous pieces into the air. These impact sockets are usually made a “black” color.
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    Tractor idling

    Well, It’s been at or over 100F here in Texas for 11 days so I let my tractors fast idle to keep the air conditioning running full blast. A cab that is 99% glass can get really hot. I also never ever park in the direct sunlight…..always shade.
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    Grapple Overload - MX5800 Needs A Grapple

    I have a 50 year old Pecan orchard and constantly pick up small to large limbs from trees to move to burn piles. Also logs and whole tree trunks. Have been doing this for 40 years here on the family land. I have three tractors from 25 -65 HP and have used grapples and pallet fork grapples for...
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    Buying Advice Compact Cab tractor for vineyard work.

    True Vinyard tractors have a much skinnier footprint than regular tractors to fit down the standard row....
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    8 Foot Caroni Finishing Mower Dissapointment......

    Anything is possible but as I stated above there are 1/2 inch lips welded to the deck that the covers fit over and bolted down. See picture below. Also, these are sealed bearings and sit 3 inches above the deck with the covers over them. One would have to completely sink the mower in water a...
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    8 Foot Caroni Finishing Mower Dissapointment......

    They are Pecans or as folks up North call them Pee-cans! :) I am very fortunate to live here. The family bought the raw property when I was a pre-teen. They paid $400 per acre which at the time was high but my recent tax bill listed it at $40k per acre! Ouch! The orchard is out my front door and...
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    8 Foot Caroni Finishing Mower Dissapointment......

    I have had my eight foot Caroni Finishing mower for 3 years now and treat it exceptionally well. The 7 acres I use it on are smooth and manicured like a golf course. (Picture Below) Have about 125 hours on the unit so far, rinsed off after every use, stored inside and bearings greased every 3...
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    Round two with tractor purchase

    I use my L6060 with a 8 foot finish mower on 8.5 acres and my B2650 in the yard around trees with the mid mount mower. I have front buckets, forks and grapples to fit both units.
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    Cup Holder for Kubota L 3560 HSTC

    On my two New Holland and two Kubota cabbed tractors I have always installed cup holders that clamp on the door bars. These are made and sold for motorcycle handle bars. Work great in my case but I use pretty regular sized enclosed coffee mugs and water bottles. I use ... barefootwillies.com...
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    Kubota announces price increase

    I hope everyone realizes that a cab doubles as a mobile man cave when one needs a escape from the family. Put a cool one in the cup holder, adjust the air ride seat, turn on the stereo and adjust the AC or heat for greatest comfort. Then sit back, close your eyes and enjoy! :) PS- I have never...
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    Kubota announces price increase

    New L6060 next to my 2 year old B2650. Do not know why the one thumbnail picture is up side down. When opened it is correct!
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    New L6060 Speedometer Reads In Km per hour....

    I have looked in the manual and understand everything on the tractor but cannot seem to find any directions to change the speedometer to miles per hour. Please advise! Thanks.... :)
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