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Is anyone driving, buying, wanting, or following the "new" 250 series Toyota Land Cruisers? Not excatly cheap but some interesting tech and solid Japenesse build. I like the fact you dont have to buy a highly optioned up model but if you want that is also available. It would be nice if you...

I have been looking for a 3pt logging winch (6min -10k max) to clean up 15-20 acres of rather hilly WV land, heck, some of it is very steep. I know it is something I will use a bunch all this year then only occasionally in future years. I realize they are expensive but the safety it affords in...

Recently the battery went bad on our Kubota KX91 mini-X. I replaced it and now noticed my display no longer shows the hrs/fuel/etc. All it says is "KX91-3. AI" I tried the display button but no luck. I noticed if I shut off the mini and hold the display button the hrs and fuel show up but...

I have a 8 year old 20 KW Briggs whole home generator with a Vanguard 993 motor, and we have been having some issues with it starting. It will start, but it either takes a rather long crank or 2 tries. You can also get a whiff of propane while it tries to start. We narrowed it down to needing...

I was going to 3d print a die holder for the garage but am sort of stumped on how to get holes in a plate that are even. What I am trying to do is make a flat piece of plastic where they sit. I designed it so it holds 16 total dies, 4 across, 4 down. I can get the first hole (44mm wide at...

Our 30' deep, 40' wide shop building needs a few changes. It is all in excellent shape but I am adding a new auto lift and need a little more than the current 10' ceiling height in one bay. My thoughts is to clean up the current ceiling - remove air lines, take put the garage door opener...

I was looking at the Wildfire 4 posts lift and was wondering if anyone owns one. I really like the: https://www.wildfirelifts.com/wildfire-exotic It is the right size for the garage, can side load the ATV and little RTV, and the bigger SxS and the tractor will be drive on. The exotic has a...

We been looking at a Kubota RTV 520 for use around the house. It will be used to get the mail, haul stuff to and from the garden, maybe move some split wood, nothing heavy duty. We have a Talon for trail riding so speed/articulation/rock crawling is not an issue. We currently have a very...

Does anyone have a 3D printer? I been looking at them for a while and trying to figure out which is best for home/hobby use. Nothing super high speed, just something to print odds and ends and maybe do some small prototypes for storage boxes (small size). Any thoughts? Any good 3D forums for...

The other day I picked up a can of motorcycle chain lube at the dealer. When I got home I looked at it a little closer and noticed the can is 13oz but it says it is a full 17ozs. That made no sence to me (nor some friends) so I emailed the company that makes it and I attached the response...

I have been looking around at small duel sport bikes and found I have a strong interest in the little Yamaha TW200. I was wondering. if anyone owns one and what everyone's thoughts were? For me this is a fun bike. Something just to run around on the back roads by myself or with some...

Just interested in people's thoughts. I am going to buy a new Aluminum trailer to transport 2 utility ATVs or 1 SxS. I have a 6x12' currently (going to sell) and it is a bit too small (like 6" too small in length for the 2 ATVS) so I want a 14'. I want a single axle aluminum for the...

I found I can get the Steiner Predator 4 4-16x50mm E3 Reticle for a great deal and was wondering if anyone owns one or has used one. I want it for my Ruger Precision Rifle (22LR) to use for target shooting (no matches, just shooting in the afternoon for fun) and squirrel hunting. 99.5% of the...

Today I was splitting wood with a 25-ton log splitter as I have done a 1000x before. I had a piece of oak in, and the ram was moving forward as normal when I heard a pop, then saw a flash of a log flying. When I came to, I was lying on my back in the pile of logs, blood dripping from my face...

Ok, I did something bad today. I was cleaning the Jeep and grabbed the wrong cleaner, trying to get the bugs off and sort of stained my grill. Not really sure what the cleaner was - blue, and it appeared to be a degreaser (I'm guessing and what Dad said at the time, but he does have dementia...

It has been a while since I had an ATV. Years ago, I rode sport machines, had some 4x4 big bores, and even was an instructor with the ATV safety institute. I guess the last ATV we owned was around 2007, and we have had several UTVs or Side by Sides since. Today I picked up a 2020 Kodiak 450...

Was wondering if anyone has got one and if so how they like it. I put my order in for one the other day and dont really have any idea when it will come in but hopefully in the next month or so. The fuel injection was a big factor in my decision as well as nice jump in hp over my current farm boss.

Has anyone tried the Kilz Over Armor paint? I have a concrete block wall in our garage I would like to smooth a bit and make look a little better. It is totally dry, no weather so nothing to worry about, just really want to dress it up and thinking the thicker print will fill the voids a bit...

We just smoothed a few textured walls and I am having a small issue. Getting pin hole in the top coat. We did our entire downstairs and didn't really have any problems but the hall is giving me fits. I always used all purpose premix without any issues and it worked great, but not this time...

Was wondering if anyone else rides or has E-bikes? I been running for almost 25 years and notice that my knees bother me a bit more than before so I been kicking around biking again. Well, I have to admit some of the hills WV are tough on a bike, and my wife who loves biking hated big...

I have a a problem with the JK going dead in a few days if I don't keep it on a battery tender or run it. It has a LOT of electrical accessories - CB,Winch, 5 sets of lights, subs, touchscreen, air compressor, etc. Well I disconnected EVERYTHING aftermarket and still have the draw. Went...

Was working on cleaning my shop up and took a break only to find an Iron Crafter (Iron Worker) on Craigslist nearby. Long story short - shop still needing clean up and an Iron Worker now added to the stable of tools. I generally know about them but could use some help. it is a 30 ton and...

Been looking at a small multiprocess welder for the house. 110/220 Mig, Tig and stick. Mainly going to use the Mig but think I will play with the Tig some. Almost 100% mild steel so I am not concerned with Alum. Can always get a spool gun if needed. Main question is about the welder itself...

Any tips for getting a Stihl saw to start quickly when cold. We have two and both need about 40 pulls to start, doesn't matter if it been a day, or a month sitting in the shed. Start well warm, run like a dream and work great but that initial cold starting is a pain. Any thoughts?

This is kind of funny yet sad in another way. I was looking at Craigslist and saw an AD and said, hey that's my tractor! Yep sure it, they added a lot of fake info of course but it is the photo I posted here in the review section for my MX5100. Decided to look a little further then found a...

This is kind of funny yet sad in another way. I was looking at Craigslist and saw an AD and said, hey that's my tractor! Yep sure it, they added a lot of fake info of course but it is the photo I posted here in the review section for my MX5100. Decided to look a little further then found a...

Thought some people on here maybe interested in this article on pistols being used to defend against bears. Defense Against Bears with Pistols: 97% Success rate, 37 Incidents

Went on a run today and found this in the driveway. Was a bit over 6-7" long, warm and still very moist (it was about 80ish degrees out so must have just been "dropped") Had hair in it - later photos I pulled it all apart with a stick. We are in southern WV, and live a good bit off the...

Today I noticed I get a squeak in the front wheel for the truck (2012 Ram 2500 diesel)- was fine going to the store, returning it was a constant squeal, like a brake indicator. Truck has 28K on it (2012) and I just checked the brakes in Jan (1100 miles since then) and they had plenty of pad...

Thought this may interest a few people: Playing Roulette with 33 Yellow Buckets | The Petroleum Quality Institute of America

We been looking for a good holiday sugar cookie recipe. Anyone have any suggestions? THANKS!!!

I been finding I have some interest in doing some minor blacksmithing and learning about knife making. Nothing professional, nothing other than some fun home projects where I can make things for friends, family and myself. I was thinking a Anvil would be the first thing I need to acquire...

We have Frontier DSL and have been having horrible internet service since April. We have had a LOT of work done including Frontier replacing the modem/router, all new inside wiring, new cable from the main box to the house box (About 1/2 mile of new cable) and still having issues. What is weird...

We bought a new outside door for the porch and was thinking it would be better to spray it before I install it. Wife got some of the better outdoor latex paint and I was wondering if anyone has used an auto paint gun to spray latex paint? Anything special to do other than thin it down a bit...

The other night I pulled my 2012 Ram 6.7 Cummins turbo diesel 2500 crew cab (26000 miles) out of the garage and the check engine light came on. A quick check showed low transmission line pressure. Dropped it at the Ram dealer and received the call today that there was several codes all...

We been doing a bunch of work to the garden this year and one of the changes is adding waterlines and some soaker hoses to make watering quicker and easier. I have a ｾ black water line run from the house over to the garden (Stuff from Home depot - 100ft rolls, fairly cheap). Right now they go...

I picked up another flail mower this evening and could use some help figuring out the exact mower. It is a Alamo/Motts industrial, 77" wide at the top plates (guessing maybe 72" cut) Trying to figure out the year and exact model. Looks like it could use a new rear bearing and a few flails could...

Anyone have or use one? Thinking of getting one and the price seems decent (and in stock at our local store) and was wondering what you all thought. Black Diamond 3 Point Mount Log Splitter YTL-14-25 : Rural King I don't split a lot of wood, say ｽ a cord a year currently, maybe 1 cord. We...

We bought a Husky 22 ton log splitter with a briggs 6.75 tq motor on it several years ago at TSC. When I bought it they sold it for ｽ price since someone bought it, took it home and it wouldn't run right and brought it back. It went to a small engine shop and was "fixed." I didn't use it right...

I am starting to look for a new mower in the 22" inch range. I can be a bit bigger but I need it for cutting around beds and walkways with tight turns where the regular zero turn won't quite fit. Also in area where I can't fit a mower through a gate and such. I currently been using a Honda...

Recently picked up a little home built 5'x8' trailer. 2000lbs axle, 5 bolt 4.80x12" wheels. Overall it tows very well but the tongue is just too short (3') It is 2.5x2.5" sq. tube but does not appear real heavy (not ｼ more like 1/8th). Anyway, I was thinking I wanted to redo the trailers...

We are currently looking at fencing some apple trees in to keep the deer out of them and I am thinking of using an elec. fence instead of 4' of welded wire with another 4 feet of single line fence about that (mostly spaced a little over a foot apart) Do the solar elec. fence controllers work...

Thought this may interest some on the board. I originally used the J hook to hold my weights on my BCS 853 but then built a 努heel barrow attachment for my wife and decided I wanted a simple tool free way to take the weight on and off quickly so I made this hanger. I built the barrow...

I ordered my new BCS 853 and also have the rotary Harrow coming along with a flail mower. I figure that will cover a lot of my needs but I also want a mower for true rough cutting. While I know the flail can do most of it, I want to open some trials in the wood and there will be rocks, small...

Just found out I am getting a F150 3.3L for work and was wondering what they are like. Looks like a nice truck but seems like a bit small in displacement? What do you all think of them.I won't be towing anything - lot of mountain driving however so I was wondering about the power.

We have a two story cedar home and every year we are in a battle with the carpenter bees and stink bugs. I have sprayed the house before and had decent success but at some points the house is about 22ft above ground level. I would like to build a gas powered sprayer. He is my requirements...

I just ordered a new BCS 853 with a power harrow and flail mower. I don't expect ever having problems getting stuck with he power harrow on but with the flail I'm thinking it is possible. For the folks with brush mowers - do you get stuck often, any real issues getting unstuck? I am going...

We have always had a garden and this year we have decided to expand our old garden. Last year we used all raised beds but found that we are running out of room. This year I opened up about 3000 sq ft and fenced it all in and we are now deciding on how we want to set it up. We are leaning...

Just saw this on Home Depots site - nice wrench set for $20. Not exactly Snap On but for the price.... Husky Combination Wrench Set (28-Piece)-28CW2NC - The Home Depot Not sure when the sale ends but thought someone maybe interested.

We are currently looking at a BCS 852/853 to use to supplement my 4 wheel machines. I have a small Kubota BX25 and a larger 50hp Kubota that does most of the work. I am thinking of getting the BCS for around the house to help out with little jobs. Mainly mowing on the really steep slopes and...

Power Trac Tractor - farm & garden - by owner - sale No idea if it is a good deal or anything special but thought of you all. Seems like a lot of stuff there but I know nothing about them. It is about 3 hrs north of me, not too far from Pittsburgh PA.

I recently bought a small 2 post car lift and want to make a "table" to work on mowers, my dirt bike, etc. Here is what I was thinking: I can take my lifting "pads" off and put a table top on the arms - something like 3'x2'. What I want to do is put a "lady Susan" type of turn table on that...

A buddy of mine was talking to me about a issue with his lawn tractor so I thought I would post the question. He has a Husqvarna lawn tractor from Lowes (48" cut with a non pro Kohler motor). When he cuts a bank that slopes one direction it stalls and dies. if he cuts the same bank the opponent...

Been looking at car lifts and wanted everyones thoughts and ideas. I want something for doing oil changes, tire rotations, work on the Kawasaki Mule, motorcycle and the small tractor and general smaller eqpt. The cars are easy - a Yaris and a Rav4, figure my Diesel truck is a bit too big and I...

I recently purchased a dirt bike and am going to mod it some and we are still looking at trials bikes so I was kicking around getting an inexpensive motorcycle lift. Also thought it would be great for working on the mower decks, and misc eqpt. Noticed one at harbor freight for $299 on the...

Been moving a lot of stuff around recently and started thinking it would be good to have an attachment for lifting things.... I am using a 3.5 ton machine and won't be lifting a ton of weight so I came up with this. I mostly am putting attachments in trailers, lifting rocks with a set of...

Been thinking of getting another motorcycle recently and can't find what I want. I am old enough (heading toward 50 rapidly) so I don't need any more motocrossers (CR/YZ/Etc). I rode a ton when I was young and got away from it and am looking for something different to play with. Looking for...

Machine 2015 KX91-3 (300hrs) Last night I was digging and in a little bit of mud. I was moving a very large stump around and noticed that when I went to move the machine my right track would not spin. The left would spin and slip but not the right. I went to back up and everything worked as...

A while back I asked for some advice and information on building a land plane. I finally got it all wrapped up and together. It is a 6' wide model Little over 5'5" long Duel straight blades - have about an 1 1/2" of up and down adjustment. used 5/16 5"x3" angle as the backer for the 1/2'...

Need some help from the welding gurus - how do you suggest I join these two together. The beam is a 3" I beam, and it has to come in at an angle. I don't really have a wedge so I was looking for any ideas. I am not a great welder, but can get stuff to always hold together. This is a land...

Anyone ever order anything from Powerusaattachments? I was looking for a set of tracks for an mini ex and was considering them. Anyone else know of any place they would recommend me checking?

I finally started putting together a 6' land plane (mostly out of extra metal we have around) and was wanting everyones thoughts and ideas? It is 62" long and 6' wide. Thinking I would like to get around 12" high. (any thoughts) Straight or angled blades ( I am leaning toward straight -...

Do any of you know of a front weight bracket for the BX25's? Maybe built one? I put a EA aerator on my BX25 and while it works great it also causes the front end (wheels) to lift about 18" off the ground on a hill so that is a little bit of a problem. I could use the front end loader but...

I have a new project and I am looking for ideas. We about 300 bags of coconut coir that needs shredded. I am looking for something where I can dump a bag of garden soil in, a bale of the coir (sort of a little bale really - 6"X4"x24") and some compost, have it ripped up and mixed. I am going...

I wanted to get some of your thoughts and ideas on my newest "issue". When I bought my Ram 2500 Diesel it had tiny tire - I mean funny looking little things. So bad my wife said "I love this truck but it needs bigger tires!" the first time we took it to the mall and walked up to it form the...

Has anyone used a HD aerator on their BX25? I was wondering if the Everything Attachments 650lbs units are too heavy in real world usage. I know that is close to its lift capacity but like the idea of getting a 36" model so I can get in more places than I could using a larger tractor and aerator.

I have a good friend that is looking for a SIMPLE and SECURE way to "tie" a small BMW down on his car trailer that is pulled behind his motor home. He is specifically looking for a very secure system that would allow him to drive it on the trailer and quickly have it locked down on the trailer...

Anyone own a CZ455 (Tacticool with threaded barrel) or a Savage MkII in a bull barrel (SV perhaps)? I been thinking about picking up another .22 bolt action, something accurate, fairly compact (Like the 16.5" barrels that are threaded) just to shoot steel with and maybe hunt with from time to...

A little background - Been shooting since childhood and always wanted to get "good" firearms. Spent at lot of hrs behind a Anschutz shooting in college and mostly always top quality rifles and combat pistols. Recently built a small range at the house for the family to have fun shooting on and...

Is anyone else cleaning there guns/parts with an ultrasonic cleaner? A year or so ago I got a small ultrasonic cleaner and it GREAT! I am careful on what I put in it and personally use a little bit of Joy dish soap and water as my cleaning agent - it is absolutely amazing how good of a job it...

2013 BX25D - 209 hrs, runs perfect normally. The other night I drove a mile or so down the road and cut an elderly neighbors yard as I normally do, got done and talked with him for a few minutes and started the tractor and drove home without a hint of an issue. I parked the BX in an enclosed...

We are looking into getting a backup generator for our house because we have a bad habit of losing electric fairly often. I have looked at the Generac unit, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Cummins, Kubota, and a few others. I am a little concerned with the cheaper propane units because it...

There was an earlier thread about building a set of rock tongs for moving rocks. This got me interested in the idea and decided to make up a set. My main use if for reaching down into a creek and grabbing some larger rocks and sitting in/on a trailer next to the creek. I plan on using them with...

I am looking to buy a decent rotary laser level and wanted some opinions and advice. Here is what I think I want to do with it. Indoor use - windows, doors, hung ceiling installs, walls, pretty much anything outdoor uses: install decks, small site grade work, drainage trench work Like the idea...

I was looking at the mini Ex tonight and figuring out if I can get it in my garage (like to do all my major service and clean up in the winter and the heated garage is sort of nice). I notice I can fit it in the garage except for the two loops on the top. I can't figure out what they are for or...

I am picking up a mini ex in a few weeks and been thinking I would like to get a mower for it BUT after seeing the cost I now think I may make a winter project building one. I have build a lot of 3 point stuff but nothing hydraulic so that part is new to me. Can someone explain what kind of...

Since I been shopping for a Mini Ex and I been doing a lot of research and was thinking I bet there is a lot of uses I am missing. Thought it maybe interesting to start a thread about the uses you have had for Mini Ex, be them "normal uses" or something a bit more unconventional. Photos are...

Just had to cut down a tree on the edge of the yard, about 80 feet tall and pretty darn solid (top was dead but the bottom is still good). Was not sure what kind of tree it was and was looking for a little help. Also was thinking about taking some of the logs to the mill and seeing what they...

I been looking around at used Mini excavators and noticed that there are a LOT of the Kubota's out there with over 4000 hrs on the meter. I know that is a lot of hrs on a mini but do the Kubota's seem to hold up better to higher hrs than say Bobcat or some of the other brands? Is there any...

I recently ordered a WoodMaxx 8" hydro feed chipper and it arrived Monday. It should have taken longer based on their website but it showed up in a week so their shipping speed is excellent. When I unloaded it I noticed it was well packed and nothing was missing. I did noticed they added an...

After reading the last AR15 thread I started thinking again about picking up an AR. I am thinking I want to build one - more for the fun of building it along with of making it exactly how I want it. I have shot them and trained with them plenty but never built one. Is there anything special I...

I currently have a 18' (12k) eqpt trailer and am thinking about getting rid of it for a 16' or so foot dump trailer. I use my current trailer about 1 time a year to haul my MX5100 and was wondering how a dump trailer would do for that use? I am also thinking hard about getting a Mini Ex next...

I am looking for a simple and hopefully inexpensive way to spray for bugs on the back side of our house. The way the hill slopes it is about 20-25' high from the ground on a decent slope. I am not overly thrilled with the idea of trying to put an extension ladder on the hill against the house...

Long story in short form. I bought an add on hot water pressure washing system and it goes after the pressure washer so I am thinking about buying a new and better pressure washer to use with it sometime soon but have one problem. My outside water outlet is only currently producing 3.3 GPM...

We have several machines and I find I spend a fair amount of time getting them dirty and am looking for a quicker way to clean them up. I have a "regular" pressure water and it is a good machine but I been looking at the hot water pressure washer and was wonder what you all think about them...

We built the shop a few years ago and the roof and walls have the 1" insulation and I would like to start adding to the "R" value of the building. I was thinking it would be best to reduce the ceiling height so save the heat for the area that is needed. The bottom of the rafter is 10' and...

We have a 6.5 briggs on our log splitter and it is giving me fits. The motor is basically new, maybe 10 running hrs. Looks great, oil clean, filters clean, no issues there. Runs fine AFTER it heats up and is running for a while but getting it to that point is a real workout. Prime it with the...

Does anyone have an older bagger they mounted on the BX25 (or a new one setup for a BX25) they could snap a photo of the mounting system and how it works? Kubota offers a retro fit kit and I am not sure how it works. I would like to get something that allows me to NOT use the 3pt but use the...

We are looking at adding to our leaf cleanup arsenal and been looking hard at the Cyclone Rake. I read a LOT of info on the web and this site but was wondering who uses them on a 60" or larger deck? If so what model and is there any issues? I would like a shorter model but if I need the...

I have an older brush hog (6') unknown make or model. on the heavy side but I am wondering what the gear box is rated? the shaft is a 1⅝ on the output that is splined (photos below) How do you tell what a gear box is rated at? Also any guess what mine is rated at? Thanks

I was wondering if anyone is running a flail mower on a MX5100 (or close to it) and wondering how it does with whatever size you are using. I found an 90" Motts/Alamo flail I am interested in and didn't know how my machine would run it so I was looking for some real world experience (I have a...

Long story short - thinking of giving a flail mower a try again (yes you guys got me thinking again). Had one for a short time a few years ago but it had fine cut blades and it really didn't do what I needed so I sold it off for a bit more than I had in it and moved on. Been doing a lot of...

Here in WV they recently decided to allow crossbows for hunting. I been kicking around the idea of buying one and was looking for advice. The big question is what do you recommend. I am figuring on it costing me at least $600-900 for something good but just have not decided what really is...

I been starting the process of looking to buy a new trailer for us to mainly use to tow my SxS's to trail heads to go riding. I have looked at steel trailers, 6x10' well built for $1499, a galvanized 6x10 for $1550 or 6x12 for $1650 and now an aluminum with pressure treated bed- 6x12 for...

Was down in the woods today and ran across this tree. The damage goes up almost 8 ｽ- 9 feet on the tree. The tree is dead but I did not find any insects in the wood, nor any tracks around the bottom. I was thinking maybe a black bear (know there is one running about) but didn't see any tracks...

A close friend of ours is having a problem with the side of his driveway slipping. Around here slips are not unusual but do cause a lot of issues (recently part of our airport overrun area slipped and crushed a church and is causing all kinds of problems for example). Anyway does anyone know of...

long 4x4 460 parts 800.00 Sounds a little high but maybe he is willing to deal......

We have an old mule (1985) that ran good until last night. I pulled the plastic off to clean it all up and when I went to start it today - nothing.... Not a crank, nothing. Thinking it was a loose connection somewhere, I checked them all. Cant find anything. Checked the brake interlock -...

I recently picked up a 1996 yamaha Kodiak - it seems to run decent and the transmission checked out -high, low, all the gears. While it needs a lot of beauty work, and some brake work overall for the cost (few hundred bucks) it does not seem too bad. Today when I started messing with it I...

Not sure, this maybe common news and everyone in the free world knows it but me, but I thought I would share something I read in compact Equipment magazine tonight. They mentioned that Gravely (made the old Gravely 2 wheel tractors YEARS ago and have been building other landscaping types of...

I am looking at adding a "master" hard drive to our house so everyone in the house can access it (Kids downstairs, wife and I upstairs). I would like to be able to have our iPhoto and iTunes library on it as well as a document folder where I can house things like service manuals, wife's...

Have any of you been able to check out the "new" Mule? The other day my wife and I went by the local Kawasaki dealer and took a closer look. All I can say is wow, has the Mule come a LONG way. The new bed system is super easy to change from bed to seating, 16 foot turning radius, 3 cyl...

I just got a rear bagger for my BX25 and it comes with a PTO driven blower system. I noticed that the PTO shaft is a non sliding kind (all welded no way to extend or shorten) and of course it is about 3"'s too short for my BX. I was thinking that since the bagger bolts in place and can not...

I just bought a 95 Kawasaki Mule 500 for around the house and it runs great but seems really low on power. Having never been in one before I was wondering if something wrong or that is just how it is. It will pull me up a steep hill, but at about 3 mph max and it seems like it is almost...

I been looking for a leaf cleanup solution and really like the factory bagger but don't care for the price ($2500 out the door). I came across the PECO (PECO Lawn Vacs and Innovative Outdoor Power Equipment | PECO) system and it appears pretty decent for the money. I been googling it and can't...

I been looking at bagged options for my BX25D and am thinking hard about Kubotas bragger or a DR tow behind. I'm sort of leaning toward Kubotas rear system because it is pto powered and a bit more compact. I would like a used one just due to the price (have not seen one recently but not in a...

Im not a concrete guy but have a little project that I thought I would get some opinions on. The slab outside our garage has a break in it and I have another right inside the garage door. Today I started looking at it and pulled a piece out of the outside slab at the break and found there is...

I been kicking around buying a new rod and reel and needed some advice. I always have been Bass fishing and never really messed around doing much else so I have a very limited knowledge of other types of fishing. Recently I got to do a little bit of Catfish fishing and got out on the river...

I have a 190cc 6.75 gross torque Briggs & Stratton engine on a splitter and noticed that it surges until it warms up. Takes about 2-4 minutes then it levels out and seems to run perfect. Also seems to run fine even when it is cold if I using the motor and not just letting it idle. The motor...

My wife and I have recently been doing more and more fishing in the local area (WV) mainly for Bass. Years ago I fished ever free minute but life got in the way for a while and now as the kids are getting older we have a little extra time and even the kids enjoy going. I have always had...

I finally finished my "carry all/Weight box" I needed something for my machine for when I use with my grapple as it will often make the rear end real light. I make it about 1400lbs and on the top have all my chain saw stuff. The idea is put it on and when i go to cut trees everything is with...

We been thinking about getting a log splitter for a few months now and this weekend I stumbled onto a 22 ton unit at TSC. I was thinking about getting one for the tractor but ran across this one and figured it would work fine and I can live with another engine to "care for." The sell it locally...

About a month ago I installed some click Bond fasteners and mounted a set of mirrors on my MX5100. Now after a month i can say these are the BEST mounts you could ever ask for or buy. I been brush hogging a bunch and the mirrors often take a limb and get knocked backwards or forwards and it...

Today I was working on cleaning up the property some more and figured I really only have one stump left so I may was well take it out. It is sort of on the edge of the woods but figured if I am cleaning up all the downed trees the stump may was well go also. It is maybe 14-15" across so I...

It seems my Farmboss (MS250) is growing tired. It can be fussy to start but run OK once started. It does seem a little down on power so I was thinking it may need a refresh. I have rebuilt mowers but never a 2 stroke chain saw so was kicking it around. I was not sure if I need to bore it...

Nope, not looking at which one to buy but just some thoughts. We recently purchased a BX25D to help with small chores around the house and take care of things the MX5100 does not do as well... First off the MX is a heck of a good machine, we are very pleased with it. Has a ton of power, good...

We have a "ATV WAGON" that seems to be having a problem with the electrical dump. It used to dump just fine but now it just clicks. The wagon is 6-7 years old but was stored indoors for several years and may have dumped 50 loads total in its life. Right now I have power to the wagon coming...

Has anyone looked at the DR ripper for their backhoe? I was looking on the web at DR stuff and noticed they have a ripper tooth. I started thinking I wonder if I could get that to fit the BX. When I looked that the reviews I noticed one person said they used it on their Kubota and it fit...

I noticed our new BX25D seems to let the backhoe leak down if I don't pin it in place. If I leave the tractor overnight the backhoe droops down to about a foot off the ground. Just was wondering if other BX owners are seeing the same thing or if I may have a bad seal. Also if I test the...

Thanks to everyone that helped answer my questions and gather info on the 25D. Tonight we brought it home and used it around the house a little. Worked great, smooth and strong for a small machine. It is very different from my larger tractor and I think it will fit in perfectly. I been on...

I just ordered our BX25D and am interested in seeing how the HST fan is arranged. I understand it is vulnerable but have not seen any photos of them and was wondering if anyone has made a plate to protect it or if everyone ordered the Bxpanded one. Theres looks super nice I was just interested...

We are very close to buying a new BX25D, mid mount 60" mower, thumb, loaded tires, with the 3pt hitch. My question is does anyone not like their BX? We want it to replace a B7200 we used for mowing with a rear finish mower. My wife wants the loader for doing her landscaping and gardening and...

I am starting to look around for a small 1850/60/70 for the house. We have a MX5100 for doing my heavy work so this machine is going to be used 80% of the time for mowing and 20% for small landscaping/gardening tasks. Basically my wife wants something to use for her projects and the 5100 is...

I have read several post about people talking about adding "D2" style lights or work lights to the tractors so they can see better while working so I thought I would post my experience. This got me to thinking that I also really need better lighting for when I am plowing snow at night so I...

I am looking for a sprayer, either handheld or a backpack model that can spray 20-30 vertical feet. I don't really want gas or electric just something that will allow me to shoot insecticide up to my eves. We have cedar house and get overrun with carpenter bees in the spring and I always need...

I ended up getting an swiftamatic so I can make my 5220 into a duel range diff and have a few questions. I also have never even used one so this is a learn as I go situation. I started pulling the donor tranny apart and noticed that the Shifter pin sort of slides in and out but does not seem to...

One of my friends had a county approved septic system installed in a new build home about 2 months ago and is having some problems. It is the normal (simple) system that the waste exits the house to a septic tank, then runs to a distribution box which then sends everything out to the large...

I been around 4 wheel tractors and have done some work on them in the past but only been working on Gravely's for, well, about 24 hrs.... Yesterday I bought a well used 5260 that didn't run. After working on it some today I finally got it to run. I know most would think that is good news but it...

I was looking at making a larger order from Rocky Mountain ATV and was told that they offer a 10% coupon on the bottom of your receipt that is good for 30 days. If anyone happens to have a coupon code they are not using I could really use one if someone wouldn't mind. Also on another note if I...

I was adding an aux fuse panel on my RZR this evening and that got me thinking - why does this thing NOT short out. The battery is under the seat, connections are booted but FAR from waterproof. I see RZR's/Rhinos/Etc all the time in DEEP water, enough that it is over the battery area, in the...

We are thinking about buying a 4 seat UTV and I wanted to know what you think of them? We currently have a 2 seat Rhino (which I will sell) and it has been a great vehicle but with 2 kids it sure would be nice if we could all pile in one and go down the trail. I am VERY interested in the new...

We seem to being having a hydraulic issue... Last night my neighbor brought his 135 (gas) model over so we could work on it in the garage. He has been having some minor hydraulic issues for a long time and wanted to address them. Basically his three point would drop so he found some...

We just got a 04 Fisher 1600 16' bass boat with a 9.9 Mercury outboard on it. Over all it is in EXCELLENT shape except for 2 things. The plastic console that holds gauges has a crack in it and the "throttle" handle (thing on the right for forward/reverse - sorry just started this whole boating...

Just seen this on Yahoo. Thought others maybe interested..... Ford owners sue, saying EcoBoost engine defective 3 Ford owners sue in federal court, saying EcoBoost engine is defective By Dee-Ann Durbin, AP Auto Writer | Associated Press 2 hrs 21 mins ago DETROIT (AP) -- Three Ohio drivers...

We are thinking about buying a smaller travel trailer (25-30 ft) so my wife, kids (2 both 12), and I can spend some extra time in the summers at the state parks and maybe enjoy some of down time and quit working so much. I noticed used ones are fairly reasonable (seems like I can find some...

This is not the normal 4x4 truck question but.. Anyone own a Subaru Crosstrek? If so do you like it, any problems or thoughts on buying one. I am looking to replace my wife's RAV4 and when we were out looking at everything made in all wheel drive she really liked the Crosstrek so it is now at...

Looking for a little inexpensive .243 for my son to deer hunt with and these two looked pretty decent for the price. Far from fancy, but simple, light to carry and seem to have decent reviews. Anyone own one or want to chime in on any thoughts? I am pretty set on a .243 due to low recoil...

Now that the storms have past I started looking for a better generator, perhaps a diesel unit. With that I started looking at life expectancy and wanted to compare it to gas units. I cant seem to find what I should expect out of the Briggs engines on the portable Gen sets (6500 watt size I...

I am looking for thoughts on how best to install about 120 or more 6x6 posts approx. 3 -3.5' deep for a guard rail system in clay and somewhat rocky soil (most posts should be in packed fill dirt however). I have access to a PTO post hole digger and was thinking of drilling them with a 12"...

I am looking very seriously looking at a 2012 (new) Ram 2500 Cummins Turbo Diesel 4x4 6'4" Big Horn version. I want a 3/4 ton for the extra towing ability and the additional payload. It will be my daily driver sort of. I have a work truck so I don't drive back to work normally so I only put...

Has anyone removed the gauges and switches from the dash of a B7200 or similar machine. Im repainting it and when I went went to pull the dash apart tonight I noticed the switches didn't exactly seem to come out easily. I don't want to put much pressure on them until after I asked if anyone...

As some of you know I been doing a bunch of work on my 07 Tundra (forget the exact amount but about 35k on it) Anyway two calipers went bad and ripped the rotors up so I ended up putting all new brake pad (good ones, not the cheapest ones) rotors and caliper (rebuilt ones) on all the wheels...

We recently bought a used 1985 B7200 (4x2 HST) and I have been noticing it squeals (loud) when I lift my 3pt mower. It lifts it NO problem but it raises VERY quickly, heck can almost lift the front of the tractor it comes up so darn fast. It kind of sounds like the relief valve is opening...

I know there is a LOT of thoughts about loading the front tires but what I was wondering is "why" is it a bad thing. Has anyone ever personally done it and had a problem or personally known anyone to have done it and caused a problem? I guess I don't under stand how adding something like 80lbs...

After owning the B7200 for a week or so I have a few more questions I hope someone can help with. I just started working on the ROPS. All the ones I have seen on the net are 1 piece designs, the one I got (new but never mounted, still in the factory shipping container) is a two part unit. It...

Tonight I picked up a older B7200 4x2 HST. I changed the needed fluids and filters already so I figured after greasing it I would put it to work. When i bought it I got a 5' finish mower with the deal (it was already attached) so I figured I would give it a shot even thought it seems rather...

I am looking at buying a B7200 4x2. Not sure the exact year but it is the pre RPS ones. It shows 274.5 hrs, and runs very good (tiny puff of smoke on start up but that is it), idles great, PTO good. Hydro seems good. Tires are very good on tread but some cracking but not too bad - turf...

Here is what I currently have: 30x40 pole barn with interior walls - insulated all walls and ceiling. Open trusses. Used as a farm type shop. Like to keep it above freezing all winter (24/7) then turn the heat up when I am going over to work. 125000 btu propane heater A/C unit (about 25000...

I have an older 540 PTO debris blower and the pro shaft needs replaced. I have a brand new 60 HP pro shaft I would like to use but it has the standard splined ends (both ends would fit my Kubota pto) but the blower has a smooth pro shaft. Does anyone make an adapter to make the smooth blower...

Could someone give me some ideas where I could find a spin out rim for a MF 175. A friend needs a new rim for it and we can not find much locally. Used would be great but anything will be a help. I don't know a lot about the machine but it currently has the spin out rims with 16.9x28 tires...

The driveway is long and steep (the hills of WV) and in need of some type of "guard rail". The challenge is the one side has a lot of fill and a fairly high steep drop off. There is room to move in 3-4 feet from the "ledge" to get into a bit more solid dirt but it is still some fill over a...

A very good friend recently purchased a used rental CAT 303 (CR I think) mini EX and I ran it recently and noticed a few things and was looking for some help 1) The CPU light is flashing - what the heck does this mean? Is it an error code or a "Bad" thing.... 2) There is a small up and down...

My wife and I are interested in put something on our back hill in the Charleston WV area so I don't have to cut the hill all the time. The hill is fairly steep but can be cut with my walk behind zero turn but even it slides around some. The soil is clay with a little real dirt on it and it is...

Does anyone know the price or part numbers for a 2ND set of rear remotes for the MX5100. I asked 3 dealers and have 3 totally different answers. Also the price is over $400 different. Seeing the first set is there it seems the 2nd should be a lot cheaper.... Thanks

I recently purchased a HVLP spray gun, inline filter, gun water filter and all the little things to attempt to learn to paint. What I am not too sure of is how do I learn the proper way to thin paint to spray it. I was playing around tonight and thinned the paint (Valsar tractor and implement...

I did not want to add this to my other post since it was a bit different question than what I originally posted. My question is should a flail mower have a slip clutch or a sheer pin? The one I recently got does not and I am not sure if there should be one. One idea what that there is in...

I just got a very HEAVY DUTY Turner flail mower (Turbomower 64 - made in England)) and was wondering if anyone knew anything about them, have the specs for it or know where I can get a manual. It is in pretty good shape and I would like to know more about it. I don't know what it weighs but...

For those of you that have purchased one - what do you think of it? Are you glad you did? I am thinking of getting a grapple and/or a stump bucket and seen the heavy duty stump buckets that come with the grapple and thought that may work. I want to do a few things - did stumps out, move some...

The new MX5100 came today and I am impressed. I was asked by a few people to post a photo and answer a couple questions. I had a L3700SU before this one and liked the tractor and felt it was a good machine despite the jerky 3pt hitch. The new 5100 is very smooth both lifting and lowering and I...

I would like to install rear remotes on my L3700. I would like to be able to: 1) adjust the up and down pitch of a rear blade 2) Adjust the up and down angle (one side up a bit more than the other to cut road crowns) 3) possibly angle the blade left to right What the heck do I need to buy -I...

Has anyone seen any ways to widen a L3700? Even just 4 -6 inches would be a help. Here in WV everything is a hill and sometimes things get a bit tippy so I would love to make this machine a bit wider? I have not reversed my rims and was wondering if it is a good option? Thanks

I recently put a propane heater in my shop and added a 24v thermostat. The heater is great!!!!! The thermostat works fine but only goes down to 60 degrees ( would have bought something different by could not get anything in the right voltage locally so I ordered this one and didn't know it...

I recently got a new Kohler 7hp commander pro horizontal shaft motor and need to have it turn an impeller that is made for a tapered shaft. While it seems very simple, I can't seem to find an adapter - does anyone know where I can get one? Thank

Does anyone know how I can find out what engines could replace a Tecumseh XL Hm80 (155630s). I bought a leaf vac and the motor needs some work and I am wondering if a replacement engine may not be a better way to go if I can find one. Thank you

Has anyone used one of these and if so what did you think? I was thinking of putting one on the corner of my work bench (it is 3x8' 1/2 steel and weights about 900+lbs) and use it to lift trannys, final drives and such up to work on. Stuff that is under 500lbs but too heavy for me to grab off...

I recently purchased an older Cub and am in the process of restoring it. I am more then comfortable with working on it and stripping it down but not too up on the whole painting thing. Thus the following questions: What is the best way to coat the inside of the fuel tank and what product is...

I am looking to heat my shop this year and am looking at Propane for my heat source. We do not have natural gas as an option and I want to keep it above freezing all the time so wood is getting ruled out. The shop is 30x40x10 (open rafters) with insulation. It is metal, with a foam metallic...

Dose anyone know anything about, or own, the Harbor freight gantry crane? I wouls like a small crane like this for the shop and with the coupon it is about $600 with tax so it is in my budget. Is there any others out there around this price range? Telescoping Gantry Crane Thanks

I just got a 1965 Chicago Pneumatics tow behind gas (4 cyl) air compressor. That appears to run good. I have not idea how to use this and have a bunch of questions. I have a regular 220v 60 gal compressor I normally use and was wondering if it is safe and possible to use the hoses from that...

My wife would like a mini tiller for working in the garden and flower beds and we were wondering what everyone has and how they like them. RIght now we are mainly looking at the Stihl Yardboss and the Honda FG110. Both are around $350 new. I also looked at the Mantis but getting stuff for...

I am installing a new 30x40 pole barn and I just had the land cleared and basically leveled. It is my understanding that I need 4" of gravel (have VERY heavy thick clay as dirt) to place my pad on. What is the best way to get/keep the gravel level? I don't own a laser level just a nice 6'...

I understand the power ratings and such but what are the physical differences in the boxes? Bolt patterns Im guessing and shaft sizes? I bought an OLDER brushhog unit cheap and am cleaning it all up (unknown make, model, etc) and the gearbox seems large (for a 5') so I was hoping to get an...

I been buying and repairing a lot of implements recently and find they are rather difficult for me to move around by myself in the garage. I am attempting to come up with a way that I can take the implement into the garage with the front forks and drop it then not need the tractor again while I...

Today I did my 50 Hr service (At 44 Hr - it was a nice day and the cold weather is coming so I figured I would get ahead) Anyway, when I pulled the hydro filter off my Kubota L3700 HST I had a BUNCH of metal shavings - I mean a BUNCH! Is this normal or is this a possible problem I should be...

I have a Leinbach post hole digger that the seal leak like a screen door. It is the normal sized unit which I think is rated to 40hp. I pulled most of it apart and am having a problem with finishing the disassembly. I have the top off and got the "large" gear out but don't know how to get the...

I bought some of the Black Diamond "sand" (think it is 20/40) from Tractor Supply and am trying to use it in a 110lbs Harbor Freight pressured pot sand blaster (and tried a smaller 40lb one also) and it just keeps clogging. I mean before I can blast a single inch. I tried several different...

Does anyone run a 7' scraper blade on a L3700 series tractor. I was wondering if I can swing it all the way around without taking it off? Thanks

I have a small 4' brush hog that has the standard sheer bolt set up currently and I am thinking about adding a slip clutch. I also have another issues - the drive shaft is a wee bit short, it is fine normally but if I am backing up and letting it drop down over a slight slope the shaft has come...

I been looking at placing an electric fence on our property and have no real idea what I am doing. I been reading a bunch and slowly learning but have a few questions. My location does not have much sun so I am going with a 110v box. I would like to place the box on the house so I don't need...

Has anyone added a work light to an L series (I am trying to do it on a L3700)? I noticed it has to leads under the left fender (looking from behind) and thought that maybe what they are there for but I maybe wrong. Does anyone know what that are for? I had an OLD tester and when I kicked...

Ok, first off I know this is a stupid question but... How the heck am I supposed to keep the turn buckles from working loose every 5 minutes on my new L3700. The jam nut seems to do about nothing. My old machine had the pin you ran through the turn buckle and that keep it from working its way...

I got a post hole digger today and it needs some minor work. The 12" auger has a minor bend at the head (works but does shake ya a good bit) and a minor leak. Has anyone ever straighten an auger shaft and if do any suggestions on how? The second question is how hard is it to put new seals in...

Does anyone happen to know what other model tractors slide arms (for the 3pt hitch adjustment) would fit the L3700 and replace the outside turn buckles. The part numbers would be a big help if someone has them also. Thank you, I am getting tired to spinning the turn buckles several times a day...

I am about to go and buy a new L3700 (Going to get rid of my 7610 that is an awesome machine.) and wanted to know what you all thought of yours. They are telling me 18600 for the tractor loader, r4s, drawbar and the skid steer bucket system. Does this seem reasonable? I was thinking a few 100...

We are adding a 250 Sq foot sun room on and need to heat/cool it year round. We live in WV (winter lows 0, mostly at least in the 20's) and summer we can hit 100 once in a while but we do have humidity. The room has a LOT of windows )7' wide, 36' long with 6 4'x5' windows and 2 2'x3' end...

I am thinking about selling my backhoe but have no idea how to figure out the value of a used piece of equipment. Everything works great and it has about 50 hours on it total. I know one hose has a little kink mark in it but no leak or problems. The paint is good and no dents or anything...

Im in the market for a new set of tires for my 07 double cab Tundra long bed. The stock tires lasted about 18000 miles and now I need something new for winter. I was looking at the Duratrak and Wrangler Silent Armors - both by Goodyear. I am mainly on road, some dirt/gravel road and want...

A few weeks ago I started looking at chippers and pricing them both locally and on the internet. At some point in my search I learned of the Wallenstein BX42 chippers. After a lot of reading and research I figured this was the best machine for me. Then I need to figure out who I wanted to...

I been trying to search for info on a pull behind leaf vac system and keep getting no results (tried leaf, vac, D&R, DR, yard, clean up, etc..) so I have to ask... What is a GOOD pull behind vac system? I have about 3 acres where I am going to want to pick up leaves and would like that option...

I just got my Kubota backhoe installed and love it so far. Seems to work great but have one little problem. It seems that even with the front end loader on the tractor it is really light in the front end on any hill. Do you all put suitcase weights on the front or something like that to help...

How hard is it to assemble a Kubota backhoe and install it on a CUT (7610). I am trying to get the best price on a new 4672A and thought it may be worth installing myself but am not sure. Also what can I expect to pay installed for one? Thanks!!

Could someone please tell me what I should expect to pay for this hoe installed? Thank you!

I am attempting to learn which backhoes (with a subframe mount) wil fit my 7610. I would like a Kubota but if there are others out there as good in quality and have a subframe they would fine with me. Also what kind of price (setup on the tractor) should I expect to pay for each make? My...

I have a Kubota 7610 and was looking for a post hole digger for the machine. The local dealer explained that a "normal" post hole digger will not work and it was too long. He would like to sell me a "short" model that he says is for compacts. It is 495 with a bit. I was wondering if anyone...

I just bought a home and it has both a heat pump and a furnace (electric for both) and having never own or even been around a heat pump I am a bit lost. I have notice the heat pump does not “keep up” with the cold when it gets around 30 or less so I flipped the thermostat to “Emergency” and it...

I was just wondering if Sthil dealers "deal" or is it everyone pays retail price. I want to get a new saw this weekend but did not know how much room on $$ I would have. Can you get them to throw stuff in (extra chain, etc)? Also what do you feel is a good homeowner model - I have 8 acres...

I noticed that at the house I recently purchased the cistern seems to be leaking. Not really bad but enough to make a 1 foot wide 10 foot long wet spot in the yard. I do not use the cistern for the house water (we now have city water) but it is used for all the outdoor water needs (washing...

I have a question regarding surveying and how they write the plat maps. The Plat map of my property has some sort of longitude and latitude markings (I think they are at least) but I can not line them up with my GPS. I am guessing this is a different datum or way of expressing the position of...

My 7610 is the first diesel I have ever owned and have some questions about the fuel and storage. 1) I bought 2 5 gal. yellow diesel cans at Home Depot, are these fine for keeping some extra fuel around the house? 2) Do I need to "treat" the fuel somehow? 3) What about water - I keep hearing...

I was wondering what everyone thought of the stability of the 7610 and its ability to cross and/or climb hills. We are VERY close to buying one but I am still a bit concerned on its stabilty due to the fact my property is hilly and uneven. Some are saying the BX23 would be far more stable but...