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I am way out of the loop on large baling equipment and costs. I do know that I have a friend who does a lot of haying, and his large round baler broke right in the peak of haying season. The repair cost him $7,000. There are always breakdowns, you only have a small window of time when you can...

PTO driven allows you to spread more at a faster rate?

Over the years my wife has driven me to the ER so many times. Here's a good one. I decided to put a Briggs motor on a bicycle. Top speed was about 65 mph...insane on a flimsy bicycle & no helmet. I had an ignition toggle switch for a "Jake brake". First trial run I had the side cover off...

What's the back story to that?

Given the cost of new and infrequency of use, it would be nice if you could rent one from a neighbor until you can find a good deal. Just make sure you don't load any large/hard chunks.

Instead of cutting the distributor vanes, why not make some shorter ones out of angle iron as an experiment?

Things are always smaller when cold.

Speed kills 😛

I (drssg) I do too. I was being a smart alec. That said, we wood sided and floored New Idea manure spreaders, and they worked great. We would occasionally put used motor oil on the sides and floor as a kind of preservative.

Only pansies spread manure in the safety of a cab. ;)

You're right - there's not much used out there. You might have top just stop at farms with idle/parked equipment and ask. Too bad this isn't closer.

Are the blocks sitting on a footer?

I have a Motorola 5 g Power, and I really like it. Great battery life, good reception, plenty of bells and whistles, and inexpensive

That's like ice fishing, when you have to pee, and you're wearing 3" of clothes, and have a cold 1" wee wee to get out 😳

Great pic. That's a wicked front weight.

I had a 6500 gen set that was LOUD. I wanted to build an enclosure, but never got around to it. I did scrounge some Styrofoam bases from appliance boxes at Sears and leaned them up against the generator like a TP, and made kind of an angular mini maze where the exhaust came out to defect and...

Wheels and tiller are worth that.

This will be fun to watch. You didn't tell us what you paid for it.

So, bdhsfz6, I'm thinking this winter would be a good time to do some experiments for next year. What are your top 3 options? How do they do for not freezing together in storage? How do they spread? How well do they increase traction? How much do they cost? (I still think pea rock is worth a...

I agree that automation brings more skilled jobs, but many rank and file will be unable or unwilling to adapt.

So, bdhsfz6, What solution did you choose (and why?)

Not today, and not tomorrow, but over the next 18 months as the layoffs and plant closings occur, the UAW workers will be stunned and say "how could this happen?"

Any updates on the goats or the pup?

An underslung mount doesn't hang out so far, can do float or downforce.

They cost more, but are worth every penny.

Too much snow cover to freeze

I forgot to add in Kubota's mark up.

Telescoping stabilizers would cost maybe $20 more to make than turnbuckles?

Turnbuckles are old technology. For the life of me,I don't understand why telescoping stabilizers and extendable ends aren't standard equipment.

This is closing the barn door after the horse is out, but you should have painted the wheels before the new tires went on. Project is coming along nicely though.

I see a rattle can paint job and new decals in your future once it warms up.

Rotary Cutter or Flail Mower

You are overthinking it. Buy the box bade, skip the quick hitch - done!

So, what is your list? What's done? What's left to do?

Buy an old section of drag harrow (spike tooth drag, field drag, pony drag)

That works!

I had a Shibaura SD1500AO. It was a 15hp 2 cylinder diesel about the same vintage as yours. It was tough as nails. Those Shibaura built Fords (and New Hollands) were great tractors. Add pics as you make progress.

Again, are the cinders the size of ash,or marbles?

So, is the tube still okay, but the big "pin" on the tail wheel broke at the weld? If you want to reduce the slop in the tupe,a bronze bushing would be ideal. Maybe a just right size of copper tubing, or exhaust pipe? Mine has some slop, but it's functional.

How big are the cinders?

Environmentally Friendly Deicing Options There are several environmentally friendly deicing options that can be applied instead of salt: Alfalfa Meal works well by providing traction to walk on, and since it contains nitrogen like Urea it also melts ice. But like urea, it only works moderately...

I don't have cheap alternatives, but: pea gravel (cheap from a gravel pit) poultry grit crushed oyster shells pelletized lime

I'll throw out the first ideas, based on nothing. Bad or inoperative safety switch Bad Battery Bad Starter Bad Ignition switch Bad Ground PTO on Not in Neutral

Chew up your chunks, make more thirsty for water. Then drive over it a bunch after the bigger rain. Just a suggestion.

Do you have a disc you can run over it after the 1/4" rain?

Welcome. Here is an example of one of their videos.

I'm thinking it's worth a try to put the cheater pipe on and snap sharply.

Can you put a cheater pipe over the levers for more leverage?

I would worry that debris found its way into the engine. Do you have it turning freely. You might want to flush it out with diesel fuel - both top flush it out and help it spin freely.

This is cool.

So the limiter is a homemade part that is like a 1/2" washer or hockey puck to limit how far the shaft can slide?

You said the photo shows all the parts. The red arrow is pointing to a part. Is that it? Or is it more like a 1/2" thick hockey puck?

So this is the new part? It will help how?

So, it's just a spacer inside the rubber coupler?

Well, that's better than watching goats. 🐐

0000 Steel wool

Fords allowing a strike over a plant closing surprised me. The only thing I thought is that they would take a plant down to 25% capacity, and let it die on the vine.

We were taught to "pump" the brakes in snowy conditions. I much prefer that to anti stop brakes. They might be okay on rain covered roads, but not so much in the snow.

A labor of love ;)

I was surprised that they conceded the plant closure right to strike.

Why do you j**k off?

That's the link you posted on TBN.

Looks like you met your $1,500 GFM goal within the last few hours. (y)

On my wife's Subaru, I called them Anti Stop Brakes, (instead of anti skid brakes) because in snow, you would coast to a stop because they were off more than on (by a lot).

I was wondering about that, but it takes some doing for ABS to kick in on dry pavement.

5030 ... Should change the name of this thread to 'When will the UAW strikers return to work'? I keep trying to get people to put their predictions up. Mine stays at November 21st.

For the guy in front of you

Wonder who was kissing whom that caused them to be late?

45,000 x $500week = $22.5M per week strike fund deletion At that rate fund would be empty June 1, 2024 - but don't see those out on strike going that long without medical insurance and other benefits.

Couldn't you attach the cleats to roller chain, manure spreader chain or just plain chain to control the stretch?

Normally, I think bigger is better, but I think a subcompact would work well for you. My neighbor has a Kubots GR2120 garden tractor with a front mount snowblower. I am impressed with how well it blows snow, and how it has enough traction with turf tires and no chains. We had 16"+ of heavy...

Lots of good ideas from TBNrs here. Here's another - Step up and make a donation yourself (see above).

I have finally figured out that most people don't think like us worker bees. They are oblivious to the effort it takes to make and maintain trails, and many never have done anything like that type of work. I like the idea of Trail Days. Put up posters, use social media, etc. Most...

Well, speaking of circle jerks ...

I like that the well built South Korean tractors are making inroads. which will keep John Deere and Kubota in check to a degree.

And yet, Tesla owners seem very happy with their cars.

November 21st

I like Neal's videos, but I think he is trying to inject a little fear about the smaller brands, because he is losing sales to them. I like Kiotis - LS Seems to be an up and comer TYM bought out Branson and is making tractors for others, and seems to be trying to get its act together (finally)...

Are those Kioti footsteps I hear?

If that doesn't work, run a file down the PTO splines to take off any burrs.

Clean it up with an angle grinder and a cup brush. Apply a light coating of oil or grease and give it a try. The yi=uck on the PTO shaft is the problem

Gas or Diesel? My guess is $5,000 - $7,000

From Tractor House

Nice

Predictions on when the strike will end. Based on nothing I say November 21

I didn't say I wanted one, I said they are selling as fast as they can get them.

They sell like hotcakes!

It's perfect for suburban warriors. ;)

There has to millions of customers like me that wish for something more utilitarian than current products that sells for less than an average person's annual salary. The Ford Maverick ... except supply can't keep up with demand.

I had an 850 John Deere that had a 2 stage (foot) clutch for the PTO, that was an on off switch - just boom - full on. I learned to momentarily engage it to get the blades spinning a bit, and then fully engage it - all at idle of course.

Back to the topic at hand.

Take the yes as a victory!

Above is good advice. It's hard to come up with a solution that is effective, not costly, and feasible for a 25hp tractor. Clearing heavy wet snow off a 1 mile drive is no small task. If you want to use your tractor, TractorTYME has the right set up (underslung front blade and rear pull...

If the patient is sick, it doesn't help if it has a parasite.

OD Green would be interesting

Like the integrated light bar, and really like that the rear seat converts into a truck bed.

R14s - great!

What kind of tires are you getting?

That might be a good plan. The made in India Mahindras were perfectly functional tractors, but a little crude (like they had a Belarus father) and sometimes lacking in quality (e.g.rough castings, leaks and hoses). If they can get the quality up and keep the cost down, it would be good for...

I'd like to better understand the Mahindra/Mitsubishi relationship. Is Mahindra in it to improve their quality? Is Mitsubishio in it to sell more engines?

I would also rethink your choice in tires. R4s turn into racing slicks is wet snow. I've had Turf, Industrial and Ag tires. The Ag tires were far superior in snow. R14s might also be an option.

To me, this just sounds like Ford using a press release addressing the battery plant uncertainty to send a warning shot to the UAW that they can open or close plants. I'm sure they wish they were farther down the road with EV expertise, but they see their future with EVs rather than ICE.

Uhmmm, not so sure tradosaurus is a lib 😛

I hope we get some more great snowblowing videos (with drone footage) from TractorTYM

Here's my 40 hp New Holland with a M K Martin Rear Pull Snowblower. I love the rear pull.

Check out his thread and his videos Inverted snowblower on my TYM T474

To me, it looks like Canadian workers are saying "Please Ford, don't close our plants"

From CBC Canadian Ford autoworkers ratify Unifor deal with 54% approval Canadian autoworkers have narrowly approved a new three-year contract with automaker Ford, according to Unifor. ...The Ford Motor Co. of Canada offered a 10 per cent wage increase in the first year of its tentative...

Wait until they have to pay their own health insurance premiums.

The longer the strike goes on, the more likely there will be plant closings. Those union workers will have won the battle and lost the war.

Part of me says I don't disagree. Part of me asks, would the old timers be willing to give up a bit of their pay so the newbies could get more? I think the bigger problem is their super plush benefits - especially medical insurance for retirees.

The parasite is trying to kill the host. Elon must be enjoying this.

Could be as high as $0.24/hr.

If this strike goes on for a while, I'm waiting for Elon to announce a price decrease just to stick it in the eye of The Big 3.

If they were really concerned about the workers, they should be concerned about job security and future viability. 21st century training for the workers Commitment to build EVs in legacy plants Capital investment in legacy plants Trim work rules tha build in waste/insufficiency If they want...

My rule is, when my sphincter starts to pucker, I start to worry!

We'll want a full report with pics and videos

How bad was it to get in there to replace the hose?

Or Black and Coppertone

Whose good with photoshop?

That Gray/Silver is sharp

I always thought the 1973 Ski Doo 340 Free Air was one of the nicest looking snowmobiles ever made. That woukd be a good color scheme for tractors

And the Yellow/Black Yanmars

I always liked the colors of Minneapolis Moline Tractors

John Deere made the patio series of Garden Tractors thinking it would appeal to (female) consumers. Didn't last, but they are valued by collectors.

How did you ever get along without a CUT before?

For me, if it's a diesel and has been reasonably maintained, anything under 4,000 hours is a creampuff.

The question I would have is, does it permit others to use your land?

I kind of like the pole building first.tractor second approach. It gives both the tractor and you shelter. You could spend a little less for your first tractor to get things started.

We had a John Deere 3010 (63hp). It was surprising how little fuel it used. The newer 3020 is an oldie but goodie.

We're getting a better idea about your situation. What is your budget? Where do you plan to keep the tractor? What happened to your Father's tractor? Is any of the land wooded? What do you plan to do for fun on the land?

Is there a neighbor that would let you park the equipment?

I think a little more information would be helpful. Are you in scorching heat? If yes, a cab sould be nice. If no, I've seen a few set ups with a canopy and an electric fan blowing down. How often will you be going to the Property? If you plan to mow all 60 -80 acres at once, then you need...

From Wikipedia A livestock guardian dog (LGD) is a dog type bred for the purpose of protecting livestock from predators. Livestock guardian dogs stay with the group of animals they protect as a full-time member of the flock or herd.[1] Their ability to guard their herd is mainly instinctive...

Drag a heavy old tractor tire

I remember in the 70s or 80s, auto assemblers weren't happy that women were being hired in the plants. Three women were (physically) sexually assaulted at a Dodge Plant. Dodge fired the men ..... wait for it ... The UAW fought to have them reinstated.

Goats and more goats! Do you expect to earn a profit from goats? 🐐

I thought Echo made John Deere saws. I want a twin cylinder Solo!

Cinderella looks like a pretty mellow pup!

I've started spraying diluted fabric softener on the ground under my tractor, in the engine compartment and under the seat. Seems to keep the mice away.

Is it possible to seal every (mouse) access point in a camper?

Good work!

You have to be excited

Sweet!

Any risk of parasites from Pond water?

It belongs to my friend and has a freshly sharpened chain

I was out on my trails today cutting the droopy branches (heavy snow last winter). I giotta say I don't love pole saws as much as Arly. That much over the shouder stuff is fatiguing.

If Apollo gets to sleep inside, and the new pup has to sleep outside, you should name her Cinderella,

That would make a good Kioti ad.

Case 444/446/448 J.I. Case 444 1969 - 1988 Model year 400 Series Garden tractor Series map: 442 444 446 12.0hp 14.0hp 16.0hp Production Manufacturer J.I. Case Garden tractor Built in Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA J.I. Case 444 Engine 14HP...

How is Apollo dealing with that?

My estimate is $16k

But a battery powered mower wouldn't leave the smell of gas in your EV.

So, I know you've mentioned it before, but are the trails private, state, or federal? At least the monks are paying you, and I hope they throw in some baked goods [emoji39]

I've spent this summer widening my trails. However wide you want them, make them 50% wider. The sides will grow in and the tops will droop down (with heavy snow). If you can weave between the trees and have no stumps, then I think a disc and a drag would be the tools of choice (best for the...

Nice job! Apparently, it is important to have a mate who can drive fence posts. How much fencing was left?

The older I get, the smaller the saw I grab first. :)

Yanmar farm tractors by model (Tractordata.com) The Yanmar was founded in Japan in 1912. The firm has a long history with small diesel engines. The agricultural equipment division of the company was started in 1961. Yanmar entered into an arrangement with John Deere and began building...

Yanmar has been making great tractors for years, just not under their own name. They are new to the US (again) and establishing their dealer network. I hope they grow fast and strong.

It's not so much a predator, as it is the goats rustling around when they're frighted. My neighbor has sheeep, and all the walls of their sheds are bulged out because they "bunch up".

Your comfort on a step ladder is impressive (top step?) Have you thought about adding an inside wall about half way up to prevent the goats from pushing out the siding?

I have a couple of Pro Husqvarnas with modded mufflers. I like them a lot but not the cost of new. I have a used top handle Echo, and a woods ported Echo CS4910. I like the light weight, performance, quality and price of the Echos.

So, it's too late to start a pool about how long before the goats break out of the fence. Should we start a new one? How long before the goats get into the orchard? How long before they jump on the side of a car? how long before you question the wisdom of getting goats?

Sounds like you're clearing more vegetation than the goats [emoji238]

From another thread

Cute little thing.

So you didn't use one of these?

I owned a John Deere 850. Very solid tractor. If it has power steering, just make sure it is functioning properly. Those parts can be hard to find and spendy. I don't worry about any CUT with less than 4,000 hours.

That's good advice. I think I'd set the downhill side slightly lower with your 3 pt arm, and then make multiple passes. Keep your gauge wheels. They're great.

Maybe something like this and your excavator.

I have had great luck with the M18 tools and batteries. I have the lighter duty 1/2" hammer drill/driver. My only (minor) complaint is that the lowest wetting on the impact driver is kinda high. H have dropped these tools from 10' on concrete way more than I should and they have always...

You may not need the hill climbing ability, but you will like the traction and stability.

Woodchuckdad has a lot of posts on TBN about building his house. He has a Ventrac and loves it. Perhaps you could PM him.

I love your optimism about goats

My neighbor put a gash in the front tire of his 95 hp 4wd Kubota (from an antler?). He got some magic sidewall repair goop from his Kubota dealer. 2 years later, still no leak. If you had told me you could seal a 3/8" gap in a sidewall, I wouldn't have believed it, but I saw it with my own eyes.

Do goats like apple trees?