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Living out in Oregon we often do not have access to the equipment that everyone back east does. I finally found one on ebay and with shipping paid about what a new one would cost less shipping. So far I have removed about 20 stumps (17 in the first 2 days) Is it a perfect unit? no, it jumps a...

The temp gauge has failed-- it is a stepper type like in GM trucks. Anyone had any lick in finding a replacement and having it installed? I did find a entire cluster but it was slightly under 500.

My new doggy this year Shasta. He has been a joy.

OK, finally a finished shot. ran it today; a lot quieter with out the cracks and the tin welded down on the ft and rear.

OK, skin in, welded, painted (mostly-- it was a poor quality paint, an going to get a few cans of the good stuff for a better finish) Here is a shot of the rear edge; put spacers in between the tin and the frame to allow dirt to vibrate out of the top area. Welding the front and rear edges...

The KK Gate has no frame, just the bends in the metal. We will put some wood under the ends and set the front wheel of the tractor on it as a "press" OK, new skin-- and new skin spray painted "in place" but not welded yet =-- I cannot stress how a few "support welds" would have prevented...

As many of us know the KK tiller skin likes to dent and peel paint. It was also cracking along the welds; this is due to the skin only being welded along the top of it at the 4 support pieces. When the new skin is installed, we will put spacers and weld along the front and rear edges to stop...

Everett, (the profile picture) will be going to the Rainbow Bridge tomorrow morning, (If he makes it thru the night). I cant tell you what a gentle soul he has been his entire life.. I could tell you stories of his easy going nature, and his quiet disposition, but his pictures tell it best...

My tailwheel got banged up; I did use heat and straightened it up but it didn't hold. This years first usage for my 6' Prefert brush hog and it tore loose from the 2 side straps meant to hold it. I took a 2x3 piece of tubing and cut a hole in it to house the new tail wheel tube. I ordered from a...

Due to the longer neck on this trailer and the tilt bed, finding a store made cargo-toolbox was difficult. I finally created a footprint of the box size I would need and took it to a local sheetmetal shop. The cost was 360.00 but well worth it..

My Montana 4344 has almost no area to put a tool box, and it took me a few years to come up with this. To the left of the seat was a plastic cover assy for a hydraulic unit that was not put on this model; I removed it and had a nice hole to the rear axle. I had a sheet metal shop build a pocket...

Getting my tractor 5 years ago; it has never has a dry place to sleep; so it set in the rain and sun has suffered for it. As we collected 3 quads it became time to get a carport. I checked a local business and he ran the numbers and then i checked on-line and the price was the same; so the only...

A photo of the pto shafts

There was an earlier thread about the quantity of the walnut harvest this year; I focus on quality... There is a English walnut tree near my house that produces HUGE nuts and I thought I would show them to you all. The left being a standard walnut from a neighbors tree, the right from the tree...

Saw this on craigslist and thought I would pass it on. this goose-neck trailer expands to make it longer. Interesting concept. Unique expandable trailer 14K GVW Dual axle flat bed gooseneck There was another picture that is no longer on c/l, it shows a Kobuta loaded in the front and a mini van...

At a local farm store, they no longer carry the King Kutter line and have 4 PTO shafts "extra". They want 75.00 each; 2 are confirmed for the tiller (i believe meteric cat 4) and have the slip clutch. I just spent 75 dollars on a replacement yoke for mine so one of those are coming home as a...

As i have used and abused my attachments, often I search the internet for repair parts, sometime just to see if they are available. Recently I destroyed a yolk on my Pto and need a replacement wheel frame for my brush hog. This site has plenty of those odd parts that you may be looking for and...

thought I would inform you all on things i am doing to my tractor... I did some brush mowing at a friends house, and the pin for the 3 point sway/stabilizer fell out and was lost on the tractor side; so as I have bent and worn them, parts on order (both sides) during this mowing job, a stick...

picked up the trailer today; total price was 3500 with custom paint; and it was a close enough match. We need to add some more d rings for convenience, and some deck tie downs. The tilt bed is amazing... no more ramps to load. the first thing we did was test drive the tractor in it!! A few...

I highly suggest cheap jack stands for now. When we first got the tractor, we were loading it on a slight grade; the weight of the tractor pushed the rear of the trailer down, the back of the truck was lifted enough to render the park brake useless. the truck and trailer started moving down the...

Had the old 16 foot for 12 years now and it has done well. we are right on the max weight with the tractor; but the mower hangs over, and now have 3 quads to tote around so we decided to upgrade. 18.6ft__HD__10K__FLATBED TRAILER___"TILT-BED"____new 2012- the 20.5 foot is only 100 dollars more...

Saw this on a local craigslist: Now That's a Rototiller! Be the envy of your neighborhood with this Madge Roto-Clear. This machine was built to till Christmas tree stumps after harvest and does a darn efficient job of it. Powered by a manly 8V-71 Detroit diesel that creates approximately 300...

As Montana has declined, I worry about getting parts. So I have found 2 places that do help me very well; and thought I would share them. One is a small farm store on the coast of Oregon. Andy at 541-572-1000, a nice old guy but not quick with computers and "working the system" I needed a cable...

Had the 4344 HST for over 3 years, and last year noticed a shudder in the tractor in 3rd on the highway. Did a transmission fluid change (300 hours) and noticed no change. Over the last week or two it feels like its not as fast on the road as it use to be; the top end speed has decreased. Am now...

Finally did my HST service; wasn't that bad except for catching the oil. Used about 9 gallons and learned the HST model has 2 filters; the one on the right is for the hydrolic system and the one on the left (i didn't know about this one) is for the HST. I have a excel spreadsheet with crossover...

After the last storm and we were without power for 2.5 days the local power company agreed to remove 3 trees from my aunts house; responsible for 2 separate power outage. As my aunt was worried the tree might fall onto the house next time she agreed to there generous offer. Trees removed, cut...

So often I start and finish a project and forget to document it for you all. I did catch a few pictures and will post the last one tomorrow. This area is at the corner of the paved road to my parents house, owned by a neighbor. This area hasn't been cleaned totally in over 40 years; not in...

I think found my next mower.... Stopped in at Betsco/value leader to check on a 6 foot brush hog and he showed me this. He only has 3 until next spring; and these 3 have commitments. I like the ability to pivot 180 degrees. Keith said a few things about the design; it needs a floating hydro. for...

I have been cross-referencing Montana filter numbers and came up with this list for the 4344 hst. I believe it is fairly accurate; I know the napa air filter number is correct, and I have a fuel filter and hyd filter at home, so they came off this list somewhere...

Just a Montana update. I was doing some brushogging at a friends; removing and mowing scotch broom Cytisus scoparius - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia when the left-right of my joystick went loose. I found that a piece of brush hit the joystick cable to hyd valve (under the right...

Well, 1/2 of our time here seems to be telling each other of our mishaps and adventures. Today's story is of my first use if my new Value leader 6' finish mower. I got it off ebay from Betstco at a steal, 475. Its been setting on my trailer for well over a month and today the sun was out and its...

Made a score on ebay, bought a 6' finish mower from Bestsco for under 475. New 72" Finish Mower FMN180 Cat.1 3pt 20+HP Rating - eBay (item 300359302022 end time Nov-19-09 12:31:15 PST) Picture only-- http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=300359302022 As i only live 5 miles...

When you first get a tractor, you look around and see the 菟rojects? The bump in the yard that痴 been there for 25 years because it would be a lot of work to get rid of it. Dad is getting into a lot of trouble at his house with my tractor. They have lived on this property sense 1961. In 1979 a new...

While watching the yanmar drifting link, I saw this video of a tractor trying to pull a stuck car. what was noted on the comments was the PTO shaft was still on the tractor. From my eyes, it looks that way to me too. Other opinions? YouTube - muddin'2

Saw this attachment on a craigslist post (from a commercial advertiser) thought it was neat...

I forgot to take a before picture, but the lawn was uneven and had lots of weeds. Started with the King Kutter 6' tiller, after I got it broke up I let my autistic Step son do a few laps. Next I put him on the lawn tractor and used the mower deck to level the high ridges and start packing the...

Somehow, I ended up at school again when a new attachment is at the house. :( Dad decided to use the tractor redo part of his lawn at his house- (I'm redoing my lawn at the end of August) and we talked about a roller for the tractor, but only could find the smaller ones. Keith at Betst had one...

Was planning to do this with my brother and dad, but that's all changed. Now I have mom's approval and am thinking about asking Dad's neighbor to a fishing trip in Alaska with us. We are looking to make this simple and reasonable in cost, so knowing you all I figured this bunch would have some...

This forum has inspired me to think outside the box; well, I don't ever think I have been in the box... I hate planting; Specifically driving the steaks attaching the string to hoe a straight line. Knowing i was going to put in a large corn patch, (I love corn) I figures I could use my box blade...

The corn has been suffering in the existing garden spot, so I decided to move the corn patch. On the other side of the house was this small corner of the field. The fence was ratty and with the tractor and parts, I was running out of parking spaces. So I moved the fence, and learned there are...

Got one today, in order to save wear and tear on the new KK tiller. Wow! pulled it around my garden spot, it had a good start on the tilling, but that middle buster brought lots of clods up, and much deeper than the tiller can reach. The garden spot looks like **** now, will groom it up with the...

thought I would share this.... :D

The 6" KK tiller arrived today!:D (Thanks JD Kid for the push to "cover my tire tracks" ;) the catch is, I am 120 miles away in school.:( Dad picked it up and is having a ball setting it up... he is going to first till his garden, I bet today also. As we were discussing the pending arrival of...

Saw a ad on Craig's List, firewood, a mix, already cut up, but difficult to get to on a hill; $75- more than a cord worth. I checked it out, wow, this was going to be a challenge. I figured I could cart loads off the hill with the bucket. First was that he had a long narrow driveway with no turn...

YouTube - Extreme Sheep LED Art I enjoyed watching this...

Found a set of woods pallet forks on Craig's list yesterday, Paid 300, my limit, and discovered when I got there it wasn't a QD design like my tractor has- I'll buy an adapter plate from ebay soon and weld/bolt it on. The other fault with it is the right fork is bent down at the corner, he...

Custom Built Box Scraper price reduced Custom Built tow behind box scraper, with hyd. Wheels and teeth. Would work well behind large tractor with remote hydraulics Price was $2,500, on sale now for $2,000

was sent to me with this quote "What ever the operator of this track hoe gets paid, it is not enough! This tower was built to show off the physical power of the excavator."

Trailhead: PT Boat 658

Won the bid on e-bay; 72" for 102.50. its a lighter weight one without the option of a removable cutting edge. I just need one for light driveway maintenance so this will be fine... and the cost. :D e bay number300269767085

As the 50 hours have rolled over, been thinking about doing the service. Have the filter part numbers, been researching oil costs then had to work out pumping the oil and hauling about 15-20 gallons to disposal. Anyway, the answer was right under my nose and I didn't know it. One of my oldest...

My father-in-law passed away in May (been a tough year) and left this Farmall. It runs with a little tinkering-seems to be carb related. new tire. ($ouch$) I need a honest opinion on what this would sell for on the market. I don't expect much but the mother-in-law thinks 2000. Opinions? It's...

I have to Share with you how I got my tractor: I have been wanting a tractor for a few years, but it really was an unreasonable purchase. My brother passing in February put the thought of a tractor closer to a possibility. As the estate was settled, my parents gave my sister and I some money. I...

All sorts of safety is covered here, but something I forgot about were bee's. While driving my tractor, i think about loads, tilt, pto blackberry vines- all things associated with operation of the rig, but today I was reminded of bees. No, no stings, didn't even bother the nest. The son and I...

Betst Power Equipment has a offer on a 71" tiller, buy it now for 1150. My tractor is 41 hp, 34 pto, the tiller needs 35. I am wondering if it could be adapted to work. I have the pat's easy change, so machine down the left and right attach points, and perhaps bushings on the center pin. Am I...

Couldn't find a appropriate forum for this so I thought i would put it in here. This is a homemade windmill my dad put together years ago. The fan was out of the powerhouse at the mill he worked at. Well he was going to toss it so I painted it up and put it at my place. Unfortunately the wind...

The rear blade I chose (from Betst) was this one. I wanted versatility and cheap cost. It only set me back 500$. I liked that it had rippers on it, just spin the blade around and pop them down. it also offsets to the left or right, so you can grade to the side of the tractor. Next year, Betst...

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Never thought of using you tube to see how implements work, and first off found this. I like the principle, having several pieces with you, but can see some disadvantage. YouTube - Yard Dawg, Tractor Implements, John Deere, Kabota anyway, back to you tube to see more....

anyone have the generic parts list for oil, fuel, air and hyd. filters?

Are they a usefull tool? found one on Craigs list for 100$. Thinking it would have some advantages over a FEL. Opinions?

Mine is the Power Probe. powerprobe You attach it to the battery of the vehicle you are working on, touch the tip to a hot and it shows red (with tone) a ground and it shows green (with a different tone) Rock the switch forward and battery voltage is at the tip, back and ground is at the tip. It...

This Forum has been a godsend for assessing products, quality and price. So as I set my tractor up I do a lot of research here. For a tiller, I have chose the King Kutter. The DarkHorse is tempting, but haven't found a source here in the PNW. Anyway, after several trips to a local farm store...

Now that i have the equipment, (Except the tiller, thats next) I'm thinking of replanting my lawn this fall. I have no problem with the basics of tilling and leveling; but someone in a prior post mentioned something about "Pre-emergence weed killer?" What is that and how when do you apply it...

could someone please enplane to me how to use the 3 point levers? I understand the outside one raises and lowers the three point, but can't quite get the other lever-it seems to do nothing (IMO) Also, the three point levers don't stay in the desired positions. if you have the hight set and you...

Life is an adventure here was mine today. I love TBN, I can evaluate equipment and find the best so easy. Pats ECS is a prime example. After reading many posts it occurred to me how important a tooth bar was; this coupled with my dad putting a dent in my bucket this weekend. (I think he is...

Some may think i'm a idiot, others will just shake there heads. Thought I would update you all on my weekend. Thursday got the Montana, Friday night the starting issue. After several trips to the "dealer" I do have a running Montana with a PTO switch issue. And a seat safety switch issue, to be...

Well, I have one working hour on the Montana and have a I have a issue. First I have no owners manual. It will be sent to me this week. After doing some playing around, I parked it and the wife asked a question. I went to restart the tractor and the lights go on but the starter doesn't engage...

I am officially a Montana owner! Picked up the 4344 this evening, only had an hour to play before the wife made me eat dinner. I mean really, I can eat anytime! Got a 4" brushhog for 600. Will be getting a blade with ripper soon. Did a small bit of driveway scraping, immediately got the tractor...

Was working on a deal for a 3644hst and it was sold on me:( . the price was 17500. The store has offered me a 3440 for 15500, I believe with the 3 cyl. I was kinda hooked on the 4 cyl. Plan to do some brush hog work and the normall stuff, so the HP is important. but is the extra cyl and engine...

This is my first post here, and I do not have my Montana, yet, but I have one picked out. a 3440HST :D It's been a rough two weeks. I found my brother passed away in his home on the 11th, he was retired Air Force (as am I) and only 46. :( I have been wanting a tractor for a few years, I live...