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    CODE 81

    Hey guys I Am getting a code 81 on my 4520. Can someone tell me what it is? Thank you.
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    Finally built a laser grading rig using my box blade.

    Started on this build last September and had to work on it in my spare time. Still have a few things left to do but was able to try it out today. I basically added caster wheels to the box blade. Usin g Topcon equipment and a Danfoss PVG 32 proportional valve. All joints were made with...
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    Return to tank location on 4520 compact tractor

    I am needing to install a return line for a new Danfoss PVG 32 proportional valve. I need to keep the pressure low on this return line so I am looking for a good place to return the oil. In the diagram below there is a 1/2" plug at (30) as illustrated. Will this location work for a return...
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    Installing a return to tank line on a 4520 cab tractor

    I am building up my laser grading system for the 4520 tractor and finally have all the electronics and other parts gathered up. The new two spool valve I have is a Danfoss PVG 32 proportional model which needs to keep the return line at a low pressure. I am looking for a good place to...
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    Any experience with large tillers, 8' and up?

    Thinking about a larger tractor and tiller for my laser leveling projects. Has anyone here used the larger tillers and has an idea of ground speeds in use? I am considering something along the lines of a Frontier 2308 or larger with 101" to 121" working width. RT23 Series Rotary Tillers...
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    Support for CASE IH 2294 tractors

    I have been looking around for used tractors in the 125hp class and have found a couple of 2294 tractors of interest. It has been quite a while since I sold my Case 1370 so I have been out of the information loop. Was wondering how parts availability is on the Case IH are today and any...
  7. J

    Building a green house for hydroponic system

    Thinking about building a 2000 sf (40x50) green house for year round use. Any one here have some tips and experience doing this? Best place to order polycarbonate panels and other special needs?
  8. J

    Plastic vs. steel culverts in 36" size?

    I am looking to bid a large job today and need to add a 36" culvert to access the property. I am considering a plastic culvert but don't have any experience with them, what are the pro's and con's compared to the galvanized culverts I normally have used?
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    Two spool electric/hydraulic valve for pull type boxblade

    I am looking for a good two spool or section valve to use on a boxblade for laser leveling. This would be a proportional control valve to use with Topcon electronics. I have finally received a quote for a Danfoss PVG 32 series valve built to order for $2,145 +shipping. Looking for ideas or...
  10. J

    New segmented 3ph roller build

    I have been wanting to build a new roller for my lawn and small pasture jobs. Was picking up some fencing at the powder coat place and got a deal on these drops. Plan to have these turn individually and mount with 4 sections in the front row and three in the rear. Will make a 6'+ roller...
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    What is a good asking price for this Deere 820?

    I am thinking about selling my Deere 820 in a private sale. What do you guys think is a fair asking price? This is a 1973 820 with about 1700 hours on it. This is a 3cyl diesel with 31 pto hp and weighs 4.000 lbs without ballast. It is in good shape mechanically and runs well and has...
  12. J

    GPS and laser leveling for small irrigated plots.

    Guy's I am looking into setting up for leveling some small plots for irrigated land. I have been approached about the need for this by a friend and am curious about who may have some exoerience with the gps and laser operated equipment currently available. This would be for small acreage...
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    Looking for information on Howard HR4 tiller

    I have a Howard HR 4 150SU tiller which has a 60" width. This is a 4 tine per rotor model and has a tilling depth of about 5 inches (guessing). I finally got around to hooking it up to my x749 GT, lifted it up easily even with my helper standing on it. I bought this tiller with my...
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    New landplane build for L&G and subcompacts

    Finally started the new landplane build this afternoon for my x749. Will be posting pics as I go for your viewing. First thing I wanted to do was build the skids. I had cut out a cardboard template for this and started the layout. The skids are just under 5' long with a full bottom...
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    Building a landplane for x749

    Picked up materials over the weekend and today to start my new landplane build. I have found the larger landplane to be so helpful smoothing out new lawn areas that I decided to build a smaller version for the garden tractor. This one will use 48" blades with 48" skids (might go with longer...
  16. J

    Planting annual ryegrass, what temperature is needed?

    I am getting a new lawn ready to plant this week and am considering adding some ryegrass to get some temporary ground cover. What temperatures are needed to make the rye grass germinate? the permanent lawn will be tall fescue.
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    X749 with pine straw rake with pics

    Thought I would post some pics of the new mower with the pine straw rake from Everything Attachments. This thing works great raking up needles and the dealer was great to work with, arrived on time and good price.
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    Snow Attachments  Snow equipment for Deere 110tlb

    Looking into a snowpush with pull back option and a 3pt snowblower. Considering the snowpush and 781 rear pull snowblower from Erskine. How good is Erskine? My preference is for a SSQD snow push and or angle blade for the front but I am unsure about the rear mounted snowblowers, need...
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    New X749 on the way

    After several months of researching mowers I finally decided on a new X749. Dealer says it will take about 2 weeks to get it in. I ordered it with the 3pt hitch, HDAP tires, 540 pto, mulcher kit and 48" deck. I will use this with a DR chipper 3pt, drop seeder spiker aerator, lawn cart and...
  20. J

    100 Series snow blower

    I have an L130 mower that a friend of mine is interested in buying from me. He may need to add the snowblower to thhis for clearing his level driveway. Does anyone here have one of these 44" blowers and does it work well enough? I am not expecting it to compete with the larger models by...
  21. J

    Another platform for forks

    Not one to listen to all the safety police all the time I decided to build this platform to hold a scaffold plank. The top rail is about 15' high and will have an add on handrail that will socket in place when needed. I built this to install some gutters on a new house which is part of a rain...
  22. J

    X300R rearbagger, anyone have one of these?

    I was at the dealer the other day and liked the look of it, particularly being able to trim from either side. My dealer claims it is the best one for the money as long as you can get by with a 42" cut. I like the short path to the bag and the simplicity of it all. Anyone have some comments...
  23. J

    Quick coupler build for Deere 110tlb

    Thought I would post some pics of a quick coupler I am making for Curly Dave. This is to connect his Bobcat 10 planetary auger to his 110. I have a simple setup to work with and used my cutting torch to cut out the parts. Cleaned the pieces up and fitted to the backhoe to check the fit then...
  24. J

    3pt Harrow and landplane DIY

    Last spring while waiting for the new tractor to arrive (4520) I decided to build the landplane and harrow to help smooth up some property for lawn space. The landplane is 8' wide with straight set blades for field work and the harrow is fixed spikes at 45 degrees. The 8' double edged grader...
  25. J

    Is TBN slow today or just me?

    I am having a difficult time with connections failing and timing out. What say you?
  26. J

    New hard cab for 2320 with AC

    Laurin is showing a new cab with curved glass doors and full HVAC for the 2320 Deere. All of you snowblower-grass cuttin guys take a look. Laurin inc.
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    PA 30 Planetary auger on a 110 backhoe

    Fixing to buy a new hydraulic auger setup and have been debating whether it should be skidsteer mount or backhoe quickcoupler mount. Who has one of these animals and is it mounted front or rear.
  28. J

    Rock sifting bucket

    I am interested in buying a new rock bucket to sift small rocks after running a tiller. I presently have a heavy duty Worksite Pro with 3" tine spacings to handle the big rocks but am looking at another bucket with close spacings. I have found this one and was wondering if anyone has some...
  29. J

    Error code "10" and "219"

    I tried to look this up anyone have a book to tell me what it is? Steve
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    Land plane, how low to set the blades?

    I am building a landplane which is 96" wide with 60" runners. It will weigh about 700 lbs. My questions are should I make the blade angle adjustable and how should I set up the grader blades as far as depth? I have seen both angled blade and straight blade drags, my intention is to use...
  31. J

    110tlb and skidsteer implements

    Does anyone know why there are so many skidsteer implements that are not recomended for the 110tlb? I know when I bought mine all additional hydraulics were purchased with the intent of using multiple skid steer attachments. It doesn't seem to matter what type of implement even the non...
  32. J

    4000 series cab tractor purchase

    I am thinking about moving up to a 4320 or at the largest a 4720 cab from my older 820 (38 hp diesel with 8-2 collar shift transmission) open station. Am I missing something as I can't see what the difference is between the three tractors 4320,4520 and 4720? Other than a few minor differences...
  33. J

    JD 110tlb Major transmission problem

    In March of 2005 I purchased a 110 complete with all options including the Laurin cab and matching box blade from my Deere dealer. I have had very little time to use this machine and this March I will make my final payment. The machine as of yesterday had 251 hours on it and has developed a...
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