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Thanks for the comments. Very helpful. I will get the 88" with the teeth. I can remove them for snow plowing. I will also get the Bobcat upgrade to severe duty that adds about 80lbs of reinforcement. My 4n1 is about 17 cubic feet and the Bobcat bucket is over 24 cubic feet which should save some...

I am considering buying a new bucket for my ASV SR80. I Bobcat has different sizes, and my goal is to dig up some fill and make a road (and also for snow removal in the winter). The 88" has the most cubic feet (24), but I'm wondering if I can handle that with my machine. In addition there is the...

Would you say it is cast aluminum, zinc (pot metal) or iron? jmf

One interesting attribute of my Bobcat/Seppi mower is that it spins counterclockwise. When it encounters a rock there is little drama, compared to a rotary chopper, only a rumble as the rock is thrown forward through the rubber skirt. No damage, even the edge on the hammers are not affected. The...

I've used both and currently have a fail. What a surprise that my 7 foot flail can be used as finish mower. The hammers will handle 3" material. It was made by Seppi for Bobcat. Expensive to buy, easy to use. jmf

I have an Echo HC-150 Trimmer with a broken handle. Does any know if the handle assembly (#7 below), which includes the gear case, can be welded or brazed? jmf

If you are an owner/operator and haven't demo'd the PT-100, you should try it before you buy a new TL250. The TL250 looks good on paper and from every angle except the seat. I tested a few including the TL250 and ended up with the ASV SR-80 and no regrets. Those guys with broken axles on the...

This is a serious full size skidsteer root rake/grapple.

I've had a couple of cheap pneumatic guns and both were problematic. It wasn't until I bought a cheap battery operated gun that the issue went away. I also found that some greases are harder to keep and maintain flow. jmf

Does sorry mean he's responsible? jmf

Is it better to rent an excavator or large dozer to clear out some over growth. The area has gullies with standing hardwoods and a lot of vines and fallen trees. I talked to forestry consultants and there is not enough timber value to interest them. I need to remove the trees stumps and all. In...

Here's a photo of the hammers on the Bobcat Flail. jmf

I really like the Bobcat Flail. I has robust hammers that throw the rocks forward with a counterclockwise rotation. jmf

Ford 4000 (very masculine) jmf

Currently I only have the one wife, but if I had wives I would hope that they all appreciated mowed grass, landscaping and a plowed driveway in winter. jmf

It is good to keep attachments inside, but some are less vulnerable. My rubber track machine is always undercover, not because of the rain so much but because of the sun. My new flail is also inside. If anything needs to sit out it is on stone with no covering, like my 4n1 bucket. jmf

You're right about the shut off. I've been using low flow (17 GPM). The high flow would require different hoses. Since it is mowing well with low flow, and low flow is easier on the equipment, I have no incentive to experiment. jmf

All Bobcat FC200 flails have automatic shutoff and variable speed motor. jmf

This was my impression while running the FC200. I didn't feel like I was beating the grass into submission, ripping, cutting or harvesting. It was more like running a factory over a 79" patch of grass to produce a consistent and uniform carpet. jmf

Or if the flail is equipped with an automatic shut off it will just stop spinning. jmf

I'm not so good at making music either, but I know when someone is out of tune. Your flail has a distinct rhythm and its pitch will vary with the load, but its timbre should be consistent. If it works too hard it will yield to the load and the belts will scream. jmf

The first thing you need to note with a new mower is its song, so you can keep it happy/singing while it works. jmf

Same here on my Bobcat (Seppi) Flail. I believe this is also to avoid putting a rock between a rock and a hard place. jmf

Yeah, my lawn was tall, but it can't be seen from the road or by my neighbors. My bush hog finish mower went south and I was waiting for the right tool. I was planning on getting a finish mower for weekly maintenance, but this thing was so impressive that I will be using it as my finish mower. I...

Been flailing all day. This machine makes pretty, is smooth, quiet and chops wood. Today was the first time I mowed my yard this year.

By looking at the hammers, my bobcat flail spins up in the front. jmf

Seppi makes it for Bobcat. It is 90" wide and has a 79"cut, very heavy duty indeed. Can't wait to point it at some overgrowth, grass, weeds, etc. jmf

No one has a flail like this one. At least not here, so I decided to try it myself. The pictures are below but they do not appear as they should. You can click here and here until they fix it. jmf

Moly is the grease additive molybdenum disulfide which is derived from the naturally occurring mineral molybdenite. jmf

How is the Toolcat doing? Is the 5610 a success? When the new 5600 came out I was critical of the axles, but I guess they proved to be okay. jmf

Is Moly recommended by the manufacturer of your tractor? If not I would listen to those who suggest using EP grease without Moly for its superior lubrication qualities. I use Moly for bucket pins only. jmf

What impressed me was the fact that the battery could be used daily and sit for weeks and then intermittently and still strong. I never really get to use the backup pack. Maybe it's because I only have a couple machines and not a fleet. I also use the pneumatic gun to put moly in the bucket...

I have been using the harbor freight battery powered grease gun (about $50) and have been quite impressed with the battery life. It keeps throwing grease for as long as the trigger is pressed. jmf

Toddler buys earthmover in online auction WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) - A New Zealand mom made some online bids on toys before napping. Then her 3-year-old daughter took over and bought a bigger plaything than expected - a huge earth-moving digger for a cool $12,300. Pipi Quinlan made the...

That was my expectation. I don't have a crown but it is banked so it will shed water nicely. We normally don't have dust in the Northeast, but this year is different. I am hoping that the fine clay dust will thicken and bond a little after a rain. I eventually will cover it all with stone but...

I have carved out a road in a side hill that has a good base but the soil disruption produced a lot of clay dust. Besides covering it with stone, is there a way to stabilize it (muddy when rainy and dusty when dry)? E.g. compaction, sun & rain. jmf

I have 4 slash piles each about 60 feet long, 30 feet wide and 15 feet high. Is it thinkable/efficient to handle it with a BX62, or should I just call in a dump semi with a hydraulic boom for $350 a load and have them load and haul it off. I could use the chips for landscaping, but I don't want...

Make it like this instead (with hydraulic teeth).

If you are considering getting used tanks you should know they may need to be tested before they can be filled (which could add to the cost). jmf

I know about the air filter, but I also know at least one person who has a Caroni "Y" type flail who is constantly cleaning and replacing his filter which, according to him, is not necessary when using his rotary blade mower. If this is true for the hammer type flail, that I am considering, it...

I am considering buying a flail mower to attach to my SR80, but I am concerned about the dust. From what I am told the turbo diesels are particularly vulnerable to airborne particulates, and flail mowers produce more fine particles than rotary mowers. Has anyone here used a front attached flail...

I operated a 6 way box scraper for many years and never once used the float control. The idea was to always be feathering the hydraulics to smooth out the highs and lows. I was simutaneously working the draft (up and down), scarifiers, angle and tilt. (Kind of like flying a helicopter.) Today...

Wives don't seem to notice much about dirt work when things are going well, but are quite astute when things take a southern turn. Unless you want to extend the garden or dig a pond (if it is that wet you might need a swale), ruts need to be shaved (folded back into the scar) and filled. It's an...

It's really not clear to me how the rake levels uneven ground. jmf

Heck, I'm thinking about using my 10,000 lbs. Posi-track with a 6 foot flail. Very low psi until I turn, but hey I'm out of the sun and a/c. jmf

Thanks for the report. I see Wallenstein also has a hydraulic feed available on the "r" models. That seems like a good thing. jmf

My landscaping experience is from 30 years ago, but as I look at the attachment options for my tracksteer I'm not impressed. Considering the ground preparation tools, it still seems that my 50 year old 6 way box scraper with hydraulic teeth on my Ford 4000 is still the goto tool for grading and...

No vehicles inside here either. I left my Bushhog outside and it is too rotten to use this year. It takes about 15 years to completely ruin it. Road vehicles are designed to get wet. jmf

I hear the cabs on the new T630 and T650 are dreamy. jmf

I am wondering what track systems are costing these days. I know ASV has a new approach to updating the track system and I am wondering what to expect. jmf

If you find something better than Anbo let me know. jmf

It would be nice to see a Bobcat track machine that did not evolve or have evidence of wheels. jmf

I'm considering the Bobcat Flail, but I cannot find anyone who has used one, which concerns me. jmf

The Bobcat Worksaver arrived today and the T110 is featured, but no T630. jmf

Definitely tractor fluid. Motor oil and grease get a lot of attention but, except for keeping it clean, it appears tractor fluid is not that important. jmf

While I was looking at Bobcat attachments, specifically the list of compatible machines, I noticed a designation in the track machine group for a "T630." Anybody have a clue as to what that is? jmf

I don't see the 500 on the DENIS CIMAF web site. What type of machine is it designed for and what material can it handle? jmf

Becareful about weight. One of the reasons it bent is because it was compromised when built to keep it light to match the equipment. jmf

I'm not sure about tooth bars, but moldboards have no rigidity to correct a bucket edge. I lke the chain idea but typical 3/8" tow chains are only good for about 3 tons. A good heat treated frame chain on the other hand could be rated as high as 14 tons. You also need to be careful that you...

After much research I have found the best crankcase oil and grease for the various fittings on my machine. Now I am wondering what I need to know about tractor fluid. To date I have been using whatever ASV sells. jmf

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I planned on using a skidsteer mower to clear and maintain 40 acres of brush and grass. A rotary cutter, like the Brushcat is generally fine for the initial clearing, but I was hoping to obtain a cleaner cut for long term maintenance applications, by going with a flail. jmf

I was talking to a contractor who owns a Brushcat and a Loftness flail. He said the flail needs more maintenance and the flail action produces fine dust that clogs up the filtering system of his Bobcat T250 that necessitates daily cleaning. Has any one else had this problem with a flail mower...

How much is the extra money for a Dymax? jmf

I like the looks of the the Timberline HT, especially when it comes to cutting firewood. The Dymax doesn't rotate. jmf

The one I like is 0-40w 4-Stroke by Amsoil. No highway additives. jmf

That's why synthetic oils with highway additives/packages are not recommended for clutches. jmf

Has anyone seen a front mounted flail (skidsteer attachment) like the ones we are talking about here? jmf

Not only filtering but also having the correct pressure drop to open the bypass valve. This is a very critical and why I buy the filter made by the equipment manufacturer rather than after market attempts at one shoe fits many. jmf

I think the problem is weight. My experience with full size construction grade equipment was that a bent bucket meant abuse. Enter compacts and "attachments" and you can't assume if it will lift it you can move it. Even at an idle I bet I can bend any 4n1 bucket without help of speed, momentum...

Well said. jmf

For me the limitation was carring a log at idle speed. I couldn't carry it sideways out of the woods so I picked it up by the root ball with the trunk extending foward. The first time I bent the bucket I blamed it on rocks that I was digging out the same day. I never thought a tree that I could...

I picked up some Gulfflex Moly EP2 for the bucket pins. I noticed that it's specifications regarding molybdenum disulfide characteristics had "extremely low particle size (96% of the particles of his grade are under 2 microns in size), which eliminates the abrasiveness associated with lower...

Me too. jmf

I agree with the guys who suggest digging out the soil you're currently driving on until you hit sub soil (dirt that has no chance of supporting any kind of plant or die hard weed). Then fill with driveway material of your choice until you're looking down at the grass. jmf

Actually, Moly is good to 1600 degrees and would be the better option in a blast furnace. In fact its cousin Moly-D is used in heating elements. It seems like you have an investment in moly grease. What brand do you recommend? jmf

From what I understand an EP rating only needs to meet the 40lb timken test. I believe this can be done without the help of solid lubricant additives. Lucas is actually 70lb. Moly can often be found in the same wrapper, but it is more of a emergency responder than business as usually. I will...

I did get some information from a chemist at Lucas today. He explained that extreme pressure (EP) is accomplished with lubricants (timken 40lbs), and their additive formula is proprietary. Moly on the other hand is for "shock" mitigation only (not pressure). Lucas is in fact working on a moly...

Oxidation is a known problem that lubrication endeavors to prevent in equipment. The fact that molybdenum oxidizes is generally acknowledged. When you add a material like moly into grease, you are adding a rust potential directly to moving points with each greasing application. If you search...

You might enjoy this promo. jmf

I'm seeing a boxed axle arm on the Harbor Freight mower. Look at the one nearest the tractor's right rear tire. jmf

Okay, so it is a lubricant in dry oxygen free environments. But sometimes our equipment needs to work in environments where there is air. Moly and Tungsten disulfide are good EP additives, but much research has been dedicated to cut down the anti-lubrication affects of moly rust. jmf BTW...

Is this what you have. If it is, it is not the same as the Harbor Freight mower that has boxed support to the wheels. jmf

Make sure you grease about every ten hours with EP (extreme pressure) rated grease, especially the 8 fittings on the axles. We had a pretty heavy winter this year and it is a good feeling knowing that I can handle whatever I wake up to. I'll be very interested to hear how the blower works on the...

Before everyone throws away their Moly grease consider this. From what I have found, molybdenum disulfide are particles added to grease to prevent metal to metal contact at high pressures. These abrasives detract from normal lubrication to provide some protection when lubrication has been...

I recommend Bag Balm. jmf

I like the hammers on the Bobcat flail better than the Loftness, but I am wondering how well they cut, that is do they approach finish quality? jmf

Why not? With the first shot of grease you're married for life? For most fittings, grease is purged every day. Most of us grease until we see the same color coming out as going in, but what if some grease is commingled? jmf

Did you have the finish mower? jmf

I looked at http://www.agrisupply.com/ and didn't see any front mowers for skidsteer attachment. The PTO flails look good but I like the lower profile of the Bobcat flail. jmf

I've been looking for a flail that has a finish cut look. Bobcat FC200 looks good but is a little expensive. Is it worth it? jmf

Or this one, for the same price: jmf

Take a look at JCB. jmf

I've been pushing snow around with my Posi-track and 4n1 bucket. I have plenty of room for piles and can handle them just fine, but I'm wondering how well a snow blower would manage. My initial impression is that they are slow and have a lot of moving parts, but I'm thinking maybe they only need...

How deep can it drill? jmf

I can do without the mushrooms, but when the tool is design to attack, it is difficult to keep it from going where it wants to go. I've never seen blacktop sticking to the snow, although I know I am smoothing out the top layer. jmf

I thought maybe it would make more sense for a bucket to be designed to lay flat when it was all the way down. jmf

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I like to see those who make winter a time for bigger parking lots and wider driveways. When the ground is frozen its like concrete. jmf

Here is picture of the stop position necessary to get the cutting edge level. Is there any reason why the bucket cannot be flat when the lift arms are lowered against the stop? jmf

Well, on further investigation is about opposite of what I described. It seems to get the bucket level I need to have it raised a few inches. In other words if I put the bucket down against the stops and try to curl the bucket to the level position, it lifts the bucket up a few inches. I would...

I have a 4n1 bucket. While plowing snow I found that it has a tendency to mess up the grass. We all know why this happens, but what I didn't expect is a bucket design that puts the cutting edge at an angle. When the lift arms are all the way down and the bucket is flat and level the edge is...

Mine is always the one I don't have. jmf

Does McMaster Carr make any tools, or do they only sell. jmf

With the exception of the train footage, most of the snow blower video's show very little snow. New York doesn't get the real big snows, but our highway snowblowers have have augers stacked 3 and 4 high for 4 to 6 feet of snow as oppose to the few inches in the videos. Snows that are less than 3...

Last I checked the toolcat used for private use (not for hire) like snow plowing is not considered a vehicle, so it is not subject to V&T laws. Sort of like your lawn tractor. If you are using commericially, you are subject ot V&T laws, but there is no category to register it. jmf

The snow melted today and my bucket scratches concrete and tears through the tar making light covered scratches, especially when back dragging. Blacktop can be sealed, but I'm not sure what the aesthetic fix is for concrete. jmf

Does anyone who is plowing with a dirt bucket worry about scratching blacktop or concrete driveways? jmf

The P38 is the Beacon circuit. The P39 is the light circuit. jmf

No, my wife was making cookies so I went out to the barn (plywood floor). jmf

Do you have an internet link for the grease gun you hit with a hammer? jmf

Okay, it looks like the front and rear lamps use the same fuse and relay. Look for a plug designated "P39" that the rear lights plug into, it is the first plug as you trace forward towards the fuse box from the lamps. (If you have the MP2 cab with beacon and air conditioning, etc., it will be...

The belly pan was split, so I only had to drop the one under the engine. The oil filter was difficult to access, and after getting it lose, almost impossible to bring it out past the engine; and the same going in with the new one. Oil all over my nice wood floor.

Most of the relays are the same. Pull one out and replace the one in the light socket. If you don't know where the diode is you probably didn't pull it out. It is a funny looking fuse because it is not, it is longer and at the bottom of the fuse panel. It looks like a fuse but cannot be turned...

How can you be sure the relays are good? Have you tried swapping them? Also swap the fuse to be sure. Has anyone removed the diode? If you happen to flip it, it causes some strange problems. Check your assumptions. The more serious problem is the wiring harness. jmf

Is anyone using an oil suction system rather than draining? My ASV requires removal of the belly pan, which is a bit of job. jmf

I have an 80hp perkins and the dealer recommends their particular (re)label. I want to use John Deere's synthetic and I believe it exceeds all requirements, except the factory brand is 10-30w and John Deere is 0-40w. Is that a problem? jmf

I like the price but A36 steel is known as structural steel and easy to weld. It is thick enough but not as rugged as the AR 400 steel that Anbo uses. jmf

Put a float charger on the battery like this one from Harbor Freight. jmf

Do you have the cite for that case? jmf

I believe ASV recommends their rebranded Posi-Lube 10-30w. jmf

That's easy to do, what's the big deal? Every compact loader operator should stand in the bucket at the top of its lift, do a little twist and notice what happens to the machine. VERY SQUAREY jmf

Most, but not every machine application is subject to OSHA. The regulations are not applicable to operators unless the business entity has at least two employees. Since there are plenty of owner/operator businesses, equipment manufactures cannot assume every machine is subject to OSHA. However...

Why just the RC-100? Wouldn't every machine with a universal skidsteer attachment plate have the potention for being overweight? Any skidsteer can attach a heavy tool on the front and be over the limit. If you buy a mulcher, whether or not it is from the same company that sold you the tractor...

I like Amsoil 0 -40 w for the small 4 cycle gas engines, Mobile 1 for gas highway vehicles, and now John Deere Plus-50 Synthetic 0 - 40w for the off road diesels. jmf

The SR80 (now PT80) is a sweet concept. There are harder tools in the shed, but none as workable. I read somewhere here that a skid steer owner was wishing for a smaller cab to improve visibility. I'm 6'2" and have enough room. Did you adjust the seat back? jmf

I assume you're talking about John Deere Plus-50 Synthetic Oil.

I have the Perkins 804C-33T (80.5 hp). UPDATE: The Perkins rep got back to me and, after discussing the matter with his associates, said Perkin's does recommend it as long as you stay with the same intervals and viscosity. jmf

Talked to Perkins today and they said that they do not recommend any synthetics. jmf

I have an 80hp Perkins in my ASV CTL. What is the best synthetic oil for the crankcase? jmf

Is the 5w30 designed with construction diesels in mind? I know there are specific additives for passenger vehicles that are not helpful to construction machinery. jmf

What model ASV's have you owned? jmf

You might want to call Cat and get that track tightened. jmf

I have an ASV SR80 and I did have some electrical problems due to bad starter, but the air was not a problem (Red Dot). After running it for full season I can say it is a hard worker and a pleasure to operate. The suspension takes the abuse rather than passing it on to the driver and there is a...

What make is this grapple? jmf

Reading the description, the soil conditioner sounds like you can do some leveling, but all I see is a pulverizer and no blade. Has anyone used this to level topsoil? jmf

What do you use to clean up the roots for development after the area has been mulched? I find it easier to keep the trees in tack when clearing. jmf

Bobcat has finally decided to disclose the Toolkitty. jmf

Are you sure the factory AC is not the Red Dot? jmf

Which ASV do you have? The Red Dot air conditioning systems are one of the best. Our Northeast 90 is no problem for my unit on the SR80. jmf

Mike, There must be something to report. jmf

There are finish mowers like that made by bobcat but I they are not suggested for a track steer larger than the t190. Has anyone seen a finish mower for a CTL with more than 70hp? jmf

Front mounted mower would limit the choices. I thought John Deere had one but I don't see A/C with the cab option. jmf

What else is out there for finish mowing with a cool cab besides Toolcat? jmf

Yep, the dope would only help prevent seizing, not leaking. jmf

I know in the old days, with the chain linked cutters, they were very violent, but today with the fixed cutters they are sounding more efficient. The rotary tree cutters are okay for one time clearing needs, but are not good for any kind of grooming chores like the new style flail mowers. It...

How about those flail mowers with fixed teeth like the Bobcat? Can they really handle 3" material and also deliver near finish lawn quailty? jmf

Vinegar and torch? I use a torch but it seems that the weeds often come back at the center of the charred weed. jmf

Did you get a price on it? jmf

Interesting find, and even better in English The got the tires right. I wonder how articulation compares to all wheel steer? jmf

The formula for your driveway problem is: 3 yards wide times 1/12 yards deep times "x" equals 1 or x/4=1. Change the 1 (yard) to whatever yards of stone applied and and x will be the linear distance covered. jmf

Sometimes it is not the slope but the terrain. A little mound of dirt or rock can change things. Also there will be times when the box blade is up. You should be moving slowing while traversing any slopes. Because of the many factors that impact on safety there are no guarantees. Experience and...

I believe the entire road can be pitched rather than both sides. jmf

Instead of a pickup it's starting to look like a VW Beatle. At a quick glance you can't tell which direction it is going. The toplink does need to be hydraulic, the wheels need to be bigger and the rear cowl needs to go. If there is no dump you might as well extended the cab and get more...

It seems my thread, regarding structural integrity, has attracted a little grease. I would question the significance of dirt on a grease fitting where there are no seals. The parts on most construction machinery designed to accept grease are swimming in contaminates and have no protection...

They want us to buy one but we can't look at it. Pig in a poke is an interesting marketing strategy. jmf

I agree that the clam is vulnerable in middle and I am surprised that bucket designer's do not know it. At least I have not seen any buckets with center reinforcement. I assume there was something inside the layers that I could not see, but I guess not as I bent my bucket carrying a tree trunk...

Do you have a photo or can you give details on how reinforcement was accomplished? jmf

Has anyone had any problems with 4n1 bucket failures, like bending or anything that affects the level of the cutting edge? jmf

It is polyurea base with some synthetic thickeners. Not soap based. It is amazing that there is not more information on the web. I've been trying many different types of grease on my CTL and so far the only differences seem to be color and how well they behave in my grease gun. I'd like to hear...

You mean like this:

Of course he mowed long ways, otherwise the tires would cause ruts that facilitate erosion. jmf

I piled up some brush in hopes of having a nice bonfire, but I couldn't get it to blaze. After stuffing it with paper and a couple of flares no luck. The brush is composed of mainly thorn trees and bushes. The good news is that it has been wet and there is little chance of starting a forest...

I don't thing the flail would be better than a "mower" for cutting grass, but I think it might be better than a rotary "cutter" on tall weeds and brush. jmf

I'm wondering if the Bobcat 79" Flail would be the way to go for high grass and brush. I'm thinking it might do a better job on grass than rotary cutters. jmf

I'm wondering if the Bobcat 79" Flail would be the way to go for high grass and brush. I'm thinking it might do a better job on grass than rotary cutters. jmf

The MP2 came out before the MP1. The MP1 is wider and is the more recent design for the SR80 cab, and I believe the PT-80 cab improved the MP1 design. I hear it is more rigid. jmf

I thought all SR80 had the suspension seat. jmf

It is a moot point here as well, but I am surprised at the tractive torque available in high gear with the SR80. Often I am loading from a pile and do not realize I'm still in high gear until I try to turn. jmf

At the time I purchased they were around $45k and the mp1s were at a premium of $8k more for the same equipment. The reason was that mp1 accessories were not included. The changes from SR80 to PT80 are graphics and usable torque in high range. I'm sure there are more upgrades, but the...

There is no doubt that crankcase synthetic is superior. Are you saying that grease is different? In the northeast termperatures can be as low as 20 below and most synthetic grease forumlas handle this without any problems. jmf

I bought a 4n1 with the machine and every time I think about another attachment, I find a way to do it with what I have. I would recommend this one … Virnig Manufacturing … jmf

How does one rate as a perferred customer? jmf

I sold TRC products 25 years ago. Was the loader operator you mentioned using another synthetic product prior to switching to TRC. What type of TRC grease are your using? jmf

I tried this on the owner and operator forum before I realized there was a forum for lubricants: Has anyone found a good synthetic grease for construction equipment? I've tried mobile, valvoline and amsoil but they're a little pricey. Currently I am using Gulf Super Duty Synthetic EP #2 costing...

How much a tube for synthetic? jmf

Has anyone found a good synthetic grease for construction equipment? I've tried mobile, valvoline and amsoil but they're a little pricey. Currently I am using Gulf Super Duty Synthetic EP #2 costing about $4 a tube. Besides lubrication characteristics, I look for extreme pressure and low...

rayh76, What kind of mower is that? jmf

Get the "f" out. Tumble bug

That's easy. The ASV SR80 and PT80. jmf

You cannot build a road on topsoil. If a road bed is cut down to the subsoil there is no pumping. jmf

Why is it that the website only recommends the fabric for weed control, and not driveway beds? jmf

With today's hard edges diamond stones are helpful, but with the right technique you can sharpen a knife with any smooth stone. Even the ones laying in your yard. jmf

Does the driveway felt have a name? I see some trees on the edge, did you have any problems with roots? jmf

I like to use a slope and cut the drive with a side to side angle to shed water. As to the machine, I like tracks for consistent cuts. If you're adding stone, an excavator (backhoe) is an option, but it's slow. Focus on the water, and make sure the road bed is in subsoil. jmf

That's only one, and I plan on taking off some suckers to give it fighting chance. I have 30 more with much smaller roots that need removal. jmf

The driveway is more important than the trees, but we are removing only what is necessary. This is one of the reasons I want to cut rather than rip and tear. jmf

GOOD question. jmf

I don't think a track loader will cut roots that are 14" in diameter without making a mess of things. If there was someway to cut the root at the trunk removal would be easy and clean. jmf

I'm cutting in a driveway that abuts large mature trees on both sides. Many of the roots are shallow and must be removed. Some have a diameter of 14". Has anyone here used an attachment to cut roots? I tried a chain saw, but there are many, and the combination of dirt and woods is tough on the...

I agree and would have avoided it if I had known it was as big as it was (5 long laterals). The homeowner found the photos they were looking for too late. Anywho, it was just a cut so I moved it, and will seed it. jmf

Is it always a bad idea? I have situation where the laterals take up most of the front, and would like to cut in a driveway about 6" for stone. jmf

Yeah, what seals? ATV's etc. may have some seals, but construction machines have grease fittings, bushings and pins. The idea is to lubricate and remove contaminates, which means generous lubrication. jmf

If you have the equipment, why worry about the ruts? You should minimize the mess, but a few eggs will need to broken. jmf

My advice is to embrace the pain and heal. You should demo the PT-60 and the PT-80 at your location so you can compare them on the work you intend. I like the A/C, but it all depends on what you are use to and your environment. jmf

If hoses are involved, most likely hose connector threads are stretched. jmf

Millpond, did you purchase an ASV? jmf

The C has independent suspension. jmf

What town is allowing ATV access to public roads? jmf

It seems that New York Vehicle & Traffic Law covers it. Note that we are not a police state so a policeman's ticket is not law. jmf § 2281. Definitions. For the purposes of this article: 1. (a) "All terrain vehicle" or "ATV" means any self-propelled vehicle which is manufactured...