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Has anyone performed work on their front axle / 4x4 system on a Massey 1652 or similar? (Should be same as 1547, 1648, 1652, 1749, etc...). I've got about 1500 hrs on my 1652. Great machine, no previous issues. During some heavy loader work recently, I've developed an issue with my 4x4. I...

Yamaha PW-80 kids Dirtbike, Mikuni carb. Just took the carb apart and put back together. These 2 ports were open without any hoses when I found the bike (it was essentially a dumpster find) so I'm not sure where they should get routed to, if anywhere... or capped. Any ideas? (Note - the bike...

I call it "Polar Edition"

Here's a few shots - in the barn, with her sister (Terex track machine) on some jobs, with the flail at the field, etc...

Can anyone please tell me about their experiences with the TNxxDA cab machines? I'm considering jumping up a tad from my Massey 1652, but still need a cab tractor under a certain height. My Massey is about 92" to the top of the cab, and according the specs, the TNxxDA machines are also around...

Had drained my small pond and was re-carving it to be both a bit larger and a tad deeper. Everything was going "swimmingly" ([emoji12] ) until I moved to the back side and was gonna push some of the material down hill. It was crusty on top but it was a false-top... Didn't realize it was...

Hello... I'm considering adding another machine, and i think a 545D fits the bill. Basically looking for something with a strong loader (these are rated 5000 lbs @ max height), enough grunt to handle some grading tasks, and still light enough to tow around easy. There aren't all that many...

Hello... I'm considering picking up another machine, and i think a 545D fits the bill. Basically looking for something with a strong loader (rated 5000 lbs @ max height), enough grunt to handle some grading tasks, and still light enough to tow around easy. There aren't all that many left for...

Ongoing project... I'll post updates as it goes. I'm hoping to complete the project within the next couple weeks. This is going on my 05 F350 ShortBed. The flatbed will measure 94"x80". The deck material will be wood. Took the bed, bumper, tailgate, lights... off the truck and sold them on...

So I have the opportunity to pickup an older TLB from an acquaintance. I'll just say that for all practical purposes, I can have it for basically free. It's been sitting for a year, but this company used it for maintaining their business grounds and pushing snow for the last 40 years. I...

Been about 3 years or so since I got this blade, finally had the chance to add the hydraulic ram. This was a spare ram I had sitting around from a previous project, and in truth the stroke is a little short, so I can't spin the blade all the way to 45-deg but it's still very workable. (Of...

On a grading job today, was opening the bucket to grab a boulder. All of a sudden I see fluid shooting up 15 feet. Figured it was a hose/connection... Then I saw this! The piston rod actually broke in half! New complete hydraulic cylinder from Bobcat (it's a Bobcat brand HD combo bucket)...

Hey fellas - those of you with GC's. According to TractorData the rear lift is 1190 @ ball ends. My seeder weighs in around 1165 lbs plus 50-100 lbs of seed. I'm considering picking up something small (no loader) with turf-tires, just to roll the grass seeder around without rutting up freshly...

Please see the following thread... http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/construction-equipment/346495-tracked-skid-steer-shopping-your.html

I am in the market for a a tracked SkidSteer. I am adding this piece to my landscape company to assist with both rough and finish grading and dirt moving projects, as well as some small land clearing work (nothing major, maybe later I'll look for a 100 HP machine and mulcher), moving sod and...

Some folks might not be aware of the cleanable, metal-mesh hydraulic filters underneath the tractor. These need to be removed and cleaned. I believe the first cleaning is required at 150 hrs. They are definitely not as convenient to service as typical spin on canisters, but then again, no...

Can anyone point out a few machines that I could look at? I am considering picking up a small dozer as my business expands. But I would like something that I could trailer around easily. I am rated to pull around 18,000 pounds but would like to keep the machine under 10K on a 14K trailer...

Have you guys seen the newest Massey tractors? Looks like direct competition to the Kubota MX series. Looks like 48 & 57 HP Shibaura tier4 engines, 8x8 shuttle or 3 range HST. Massey Ferguson | 2700E Series Utility Tractor

Just picked this up last week at an auction for a ridiculous price. Couldn't pass it up. It's a Ford 918h, 8 ft mower. That's still the original paint, in very good condition. I'm still trying to learn more about it, but I believe it hails from the 1990s. Cuts really nice. It's a good contrast...

Might be a dumb question... But how do I adjust the length of the top link when I'm standing at the rear of the tractor and trying to mount an implement? Does pushing my remote lever to detent allow me to manually pull/push the top link to the desired length?

Got my new (used with 290 hrs) Massey 1652 in the mail last week. Put on about 25 hrs so far... So I'm putting the 1648 up for sale if anyone's interested. Why I bought it? -LOVE my 1648. As I acquire more equipment and machinery for my business, this "large frame CUT" will remain my...

Just noticed this on the LS site... From the page: "LS Tier 4 Engine - 3 Cyl. In-line, Water-cooled 4cycle Turbo diesel, CRDI. Meets EPAç—´ most stringent emission standards while delivering rated horsepower quietly with low vibration. Easy Open One-Piece Hood - provides accessibility for easy...

I was doing maintenance on my Massey last night, part of which included removing the washable HST filter cartridges. There are two of them, identical filters, one sits apparently in the pump suction line, the other is found inside the bottom of the trans housing. these filters are separate from...

Hello ... Looking for a work machine for my wife. Something to truck around feed, water, straw, garden supplies, rocks, firewood, etc. I'm not really familiar with all of the offerings, and hoping someone can narrow down some contenders ... And rank them as well. Here's the requirements: 4x4...

Posted this in the "attachments" sub forum but it's not getting much attention... I'm in the market for a 3pt power rake / Harley rake / soil conditioner... I've seen there are two basic drive styles, chain reduction drives the drum, or, gear connections drive the drum. The PTO shaft drives...

I'm in the market for a 3pt power rake / Harley rake / soil conditioner... I've seen there are two basic styles, chain reduction drives the drum, or, gear connections drive the drum. Seems like Harley brand uses chain, while FFC uses gear. I've watched pretty much every video online regarding...

The 4cyl Iseki diesel in my 1648 is tier 4i (interim). I hadn't thought about what that meant until someone in a Kubota thread mentioned their tier 4i used an EGR system for emissions. Anyone know if we have an EGR system in these?

The last several days have been several degrees below zero, even down below - 15. The last two days I had cold starting issues with my Massey 1648. The engine would crank but I would get no fuel. The issue was easily resolved by pointing my torpedo heater at the right side of the engine for 5+...

Hello Terramite community ... I just recently started looking into compact TLBs, and I noticed the terramite t9. I would not say that I am ready to buy at this very minute, but just loosely shopping around. I am also looking at the JD 110, and the Kubota L 45. I see that the T9 is smaller...

I was browsing thru my manual, and noticed that my rear and front axles have the same weight rating (4,630# each). I was thinking that was odd...I would have assumed that my rear axle would have a heavier rating. Trucks have to abide by different GVW ratings depending on which class they are...

Finally located the pressure-relief valve for my Massey 1648. This should be the same valve-assembly for multiple tractors built by Iseki (for Iseki, Massey, Challenger, etc). Once located, I was finally able to check my relief PSI. My pressure was set at 2350psi, which was low - the manual...

I just noticed this today, so I apologize if this has already been shared. But I found it interesting... Looks like McCormick is not buying from Daedong anymore (the X10.xx series were Kioti clones). Looks like they switched to Kukje, because the new units are Branson clones. Personally I...

I was checking system pressure today... running at 2300psi at the remotes at PTO speed. This apparent "set screw" is located directly at where the hoses come out for the rear remotes. I adjusted it both ways, but it didn't change the PSI at the remotes. I adjusted it both with minor turns...

So I've been looking for a nice set of MATCHING wheel weights for quite awhile. Finding the right size had been a challenge, and dealerships that claimed to have used weights (new ones are pricey) still wanted $1.00 per pound, if they had matching sets at all. So finally found a guy within a...

The Massey 1652, 1655, 1660 all use a 3.0L 4cyl Iseki diesel, but produce 52, 55 & 60 HP. Haven't received a real answer from the Massey dealers I've contacted, and no responses in the MF forum, so.......... Anyone know if (and how) the 1652 could be tuned to make 55 or 60 HP? Thanks in advance.

I think the TG5470 is the same as the Massey 1648 (or maybe it's the Massey 15xx series ?) Can anyone show me where to adjust the hydraulic relief pressure? I've heard that a 10% increase in relief/pressure does wonders for the loader lift. I'm not looking to add capacity regularly, just...

I'm assuming the engine is the same in the 1652 / 1655 /1660 ... Could the 1652 be tuned up to 55 or 60 HP as is?

Stopped by my local Massey/Kioti dealership (VanPaemel Equipment) and found this poor abused tractor in one if the used rows. Any one of you guys recognize this old girl, or know who abused her sooo badly?

You may or may not remember "fun with the loader, part 1" ... pallet-salt test last fall with my LS R4047 & my buddies Kubota L3540. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/ls-tractors/297621-fun-loader-tonight-pallet-fork.html Well, just picked up another pallet of salt and thought it was time...

Finally ordered a hydraulic pressure gauge so I can check relief pressure on my Massey while performing General maintenance on her over the winter.... Does anyone know where the point of adjustment is for the system relief on my 1648? Are the rear remotes an acceptable place for my reading...

I've had the tractor for about a year now, and I finally now have a hydraulic pressure gauge on the way to check the system while I go over everything for routine maintenance this winter. Can anyone point me to where I would adjust hydraulic pressure if it was needed? And, are my rear remotes...

Hi folks, looking for some quick help. I recently picked up an old pull behind brushog and I've been "restoring" it (new tires, bolts, belts, hydraulics, PTO shaft, paint, etc...) to either use or sell. Finally finished it today and hooked everything up for the first test run. The gearbox...

I mow with a 66" Hustler Super Z diesel (25 HP Shibaura). It's a great mower, efficient, comfortable, nice cut, etc etc etc. Like anything else, there are times when I could use slightly more power. The RPM's are set by hand throttle position, but there is no tach to see what RPM's I'm...

Ok, so I was moving around some concrete slabs with my 42" forks. This particular slab was 72" wide X 66" deep X 4" (avg) thickness. So we're looking at roughly 11cu/ft of cement. Allegedly the avg weight of cement is 150lbs per cuft... So, 1650lbs overall weight. So here's the question...

So I just had a job come up that entails smoothing out about 6 acres of old row crop farm land. It looks like someone left the rows with the ruts, and it's been growing wild ever since. We just brush hogged this weekend, and it was really bumpy to drive over. Includes weeds and scrub brush and...

Just curious ... obviously I have the 1648. But it's very rare that people talk about the mid to high HP models of these series on the MF forums. Are they not popular tractors? Are the people that own or shop for them (other than me) too busy to post? Are they just so reliable that no one...

My Massey 1648 has around 37 PTO HP. The only thing I use that I notice HP issues ever, is my 3pt stump grinder... when I'm working on a big stump I feel, at times, that I could use more pto HP. I'm only slightly considering an upgrade because of this, otherwise I really like the Tractor. I...

... and I'm pretty darn impressed with this DL130 loader! I'm removing an area of driveway that I've rerouted to a different spot, which includes gravel (crushed concrete base) along with an area of slab. The slab seems to be about 6" thick in most places. Using my 60" "rock" bucket, I've...

I have the narrow 12x24 rear rims (with 14.9x24's), a fella near me has the size I want (Craigslist) but in a different color. Anyone know what the bore size & bolt pattern is for this tractor so I can see if they match up?

I stopped by my local MF/Kioti dealer today for filters and had a few mins to walk around and play on tractors. :D The new NX series look really nice. Looks like they added some good features, like the "auto-throttle" which they call "linked pedal", stall guard, HST response control, and a...

Hoping I'll get a quicker response here ... I have a Hustler Z Diesel with the 25 horse 3cyl Shibaura 1.7L diesel ...(I believe) same diesel as in the Ford / NH / Tier4 LS tractors. Unfortunately I bought this mower used, so I don't have the owners & engine manual. I'm trying to...

Howdy Massey members. Not sure if this is a problem or not, but whenever my key is turned, even if the tractor isn't running ... my fuel pump is activating. I notice the "clicking" sound as soon as I turn the key to warn up the glow plugs. And then, if I turn the tractor off, but keep the...

Picked up a new grinder a couple months back ... now that it's warming up, finally got around to installing it & trying it out. Along with the grinder, I also picked up an Electric-Hydraulic diverter to split my single set of rear remotes into 2. Had to make a mounting bracket for the...

I've been waiting for it to warm up enough to be able to spend some time in the barn putting this together. Finally got to it yesterday. Took a little longer than expected. Had to make a custom mounting bracket to mount the diverter block in a good spot that was out of the way but still...

1648 handles an 84" box blade & 96" back blade for grading work quite nicely ! Now that the snow is finally thawing, and revealing all the wonderful pot-holes in my driveway and private-drive for our sub, I thought it would be a nice time to see how this rig handled my 7' box blade, and 8' back...

We all have our own ideas of tractor quality, our preconceptions of what brands we'd consider "premium" etc etc etc. But, based on what you know and feel NOW, how would you rate these tractors? I'm asking you to use your past experience, your knowledge of reliability, quality, value, worth...

Was 44 degrees yesterday, and 54 the day before that ... woke up this morning to more snow, and I mean MORE snow! I'd say we got another 8-10" and there were places in my driveway and my sub that had 24" drifts. Spent about 1.5 hrs handling the sub, my drive, several other drives, etc.... and...

Picked up this 7' boxblade the other day. Great shape, just needed a fresh coat of paint. Only paid around $350, and that included all 7 ripper-shanks too!

I'm not sure what the actual rim width is on my tractor, can't seem to find it.... But, I have 14.9x24 R4's on the rears. I'm looking into swapping on 17.5Lx24 tires on (same basic height) instead. Obviously those are a wider tire, but with these R4's, it's there an acceptable rim width range...

First off ... hope you guys don't mind me slumming around here still, the LS forum still feels like home to me :D So, I've been keeping an eye out for a good boxblade to take some grading jobs, finally found a steal! 7' (84") ... cat-2 HD box with 7 ripper shanks (not pictured). Drove about...

I have a 20ft Equip hauler with 5200 axles. What's the difference with these & the 6000 lb axles? Is it just a leaf pack? It looks like they're both 6-lug wheels. Maybe it's leafs & stepping up to E rated tires? Maybe bigger brakes too? Asking in case, down the road, I need more...

Like the title says ... looking for recommendations pertaining to liability insurance. I'm considering taking on some side jobs pertaining to general tractor work, including stump grinding, brush work, tree work, mowing, and even equipment transportation. Not a full time event by any means...

Well ... it's time to say goodbye to my R4047. Sold her to a gentleman thru the forum here, and I'll be transporting her to Nebraska. Changed the oil in the truck and got her all loaded up on the trailer; I'll be heading out tonight after midnight. I'll be stopping at "Iowa Farm Equipment"...

PICS: I dream of a day when tractors of different colors can meet in peace & harmony KenB stopped by today for a little snow work, so we took a min to line the tractors up and snap a few photos. Left to right: Massey 1648 Cab w/DL130 loader Kubota L3540 Cab w/LA724 loader LS R4047 ROPS...

Just picked up a new Massey 1648. It came standard with 10x16.5 R4's. I prefer the 12x16.5's that are on my LS. The wider/taller tires helped with stability and floated better. We're only talking a couple inches difference. Would that cause any harmful problems to the driveline? If so, what?

Well, as most of you have seen, I decided against all odds (and against my own past beliefs) to get a cab tractor. The cold, my aging, aching joints, and my snickering buddy (staying toasty warm in his cab) all led me to the decision... even the wife was on board with it! I know right?! So...

The interior dome light has 3 switch settings, bottom (off), middle (presumably to turn on when door is opened), and top (on). On the Kub L3540, the door push-spring-button thing is on the driver's door jamb near the top-front. But, I can't find it for the Massey. Don't even see a punch-out...

Picked up my new 1648 HST cab yesterday. Drove about 17 hrs to central Wisconsin & back to get it, but it was worth the drive. Really like it so far, but I'm still getting used to it. I really thought I didn't want a cab, but my buddy (staying warm during this cold winter in his cab while I...

So ... I have a question about HST transmission operations. Is the power put to the ground relative to the HP of the tractor? Or, does it have more to do with the system hydraulic output? I can presume that HP in a HST would still be directly related to PTO HP in the same way that a standard...

My local dealer just got some in. Sorry about the poor pics (snow) but it's a start. Observations: -New loader joystick and cover for the cables. -New tilt steering setup: column is spring loaded now, uses a smaller lever (same lever location) -New parking brake lever location... no...

Those of you with the TX5000 loader, how do you feel about it? Are you happy with the performance? Have you found it to be less capable than expected, or anything less than advertised? If you could ... please list your main dislike about it or the tractor. Thanks in advance

Another Massey shopping question for you guys. The DL130 has nice specs, but the listed breakout force seems lower than the competitors. Like, quite a bit lower. The breakout @ the pins is just above 3000lb... 1000-1500lbs less than other brands. Are you guys happy & impressed with the...

Hi folks. I'm contemplating upgrading to a cab tractor and one of the ones I'm comparing is the Massey 1648 HST w/DL130 loader. Specs aside, are there any reasons to stay away from one, or anything you guys don't like about them? Anything to watch out for, or anything that's problematic with...

Are the tread blocks solid or hollow? Can I screw in some studs on some of the tread lugs without harming the integrity of the tire? As many of you know or have noticed, R4's aren't exactly traction kings in the snow...

I spent a few hours reading up on all the different specs that I could find, both from the manufacturers sites, and filling in the gaps from dealer sites, manuals, pdf's, etc. I've been considering upgrading to a cab, so I figured it was in my interest to find the facts about each tractor...

Just been sniffing around at pricing for different cab-tractors, i'm debating upgrading to a cab and trying to see if the price is worth it for me. Considering all brands again... My local dealer has a few 5010/6010's. His price on a 5010 HST Cab w/loader is $35000 with the 0% @ 84 mo...

Found this on the LSMtron global site ... now we finally have an official answer :dance1: 1977 -KHIC (Korea Heavy Industries & Construction Co.) begins tractor business in partnership with FIAT (Current CNH) 1983 -Gold Star Heavy Industry establishes by acquiring agricultural business "Gunpo...

What's the difference in the two versions of the 9TL loader? There's the rounded version, and the more angled version. At first I thought the rounded version were newer, but I really can't tell because the "year" of the machine depends on the date of sale. And ... is there any operational...

What's the difference in the two versions of the 9TL loader? There's the rounded version, and the more angled version. At first I thought the rounded version were newer, but I really can't tell because the "year" of the machine depends on the date of sale. And ... is there any operational...

What are you folks paying for a 1648 or 1652 HST Cab w/loader these days? I'm somewhat considering the idea of trading up to a Cab tractor, so I'm getting a ballpark on pricing before I make a list of machines to look at. Thanks!

They are the same machines with slight differences. Daedong vs Perkins engines, different loaders, a few different options .... but otherwise the same. When I bought my LS, the choice was easy between the LS brand and New Holland, because the LS brand offered more options, stronger loader, for...

Had a chance to play in the snow today --- and I mean SNOW !!! Dang. I plowed this morning after getting 8" over night, then plowed again tonight after another 8+" (at least). It's still coming down too, will have to go out again in the morning. I'm not sure exactly how much we've had so...

Was reading some other (unrelated to LS) posts on TBN the other day, and someone mentioned that we can pretty easily adjust the operating pressure of our hydraulic system, and/or set the relief pressure of the loader hydraulics to gain a bit more lift, etc ... Has anyone done this, and/or, does...

Currently have R4's so I know how they handle on dry pavement (good), grass (ok), mud (horrible), General field work (good), plowing/tilling (just ok) etc etc etc. But how well or bad, would turf tires handle those tasks? Thanks in advance

Looks like LS just updated their website! Finally, right?! Much more user-friendly and quicker to navigate. Interesting, looks like they added a new "K" series line, which looks to be a value utility line, 47 & 55 hp. Here's an interesting point of question though ... my manual for the...

My buddy picked up a pallet load of water softener salt tonight from TSC and had it loaded on the pallet in the back of his truck. We thought it might be fun to see how our tractors would handle it, especially because we could actually define the weight with the bags of salt. 1 pallet = 63...

I'm looking to pick up an older square baler for about 8 acres that I'm hoping to start haying this year or next. Around me on Craigslist, there are a few decent looking used balers ranging from $500-$2000. These include NH 269's, 273's ... JD 14 & 24t's, and a couple Massey & IH (can't...

... a 700lb implement strapped to a 4x6 pallet. Implement would sit approx 36" high. Shipped from Suffolk, Va (maybe ZIP 23321 ?) to 48003. My 11mpg truck would cost me around $450 and 24hrs of drive time. FreightCenter just quoted me $480-550, depending on how they classify residential vs...

I have a never ending supply of stumps to remove. Seriously. I think I have around 100-150 as of now, and more to come. Most of them are medium size ... 12" in diameter. Then some are around 20", then others are closer to 32" or bigger. Most of these are hardwoods. My ground is a lovely...

I understand that LS built McCormick compacts before Daedong did ... Looks like the tractor hasn't changed much from 2007 until now (with my new LS R4047). I'm not sure exactly when LS started building for McC ... but I'm curious to know if there are any input from long-time owners of these...

And 38hp at the pto... If I was ever to get hay equipment (preferably used and cheap as possible) ... what would you recommend? Thanks in advance!

I was planning to raise some small scale cash crops for cash sales on my property, but I'm wondering if it would be worth my time to look into raising and selling cattle I've got a nice four acre pasture that would be perfect for putting the cattle on, and another nice pasture that already...

Thought we could use a singular thread to ask & answer technical questions. We'll treat it like a Wikipedia format... anyone with an answer please chime in! Anyone have the answers to these? Who makes the HST that goes in the R4047 (or other models for that matter) ? What's the Torque...

Found this on CL last week. He wanted $650, I paid $440. It's funny, he listed it as "not sure what brand" as it has only Japanese writing on it. I used the Google Machine to find pics and identify it, turns out it's an Iseki model (although I've also seen it called a Mitsubishi). It came...

Found this on Craigslist. I've been wanting a heavier/bigger blade for grading my driveway & street a little more efficiently. We ended up doing a trade (+ a little cash to me :cool: ) for my 72" back blade & 66" box blade. I've gotta say though, this 8' blade is friggin heavy! It's built...

Been wanting a grapple for awhile, but ended up spending the money on other things :mad: ... oh well. So, recently, I found this new 60" Rock bucket on a local auction site, and won it for $228. :thumbsup: I figured I'd either sell it for a profit OR make a grapple out of it. Well, I...

Howdy... I'm building a single lid grapple bucket. 60" wide bottom, 32" wide top. Tractor is 47hp, weighs 5000 lbs, lifts 2650 (for power/sizing info related to strength issues). What size (bore & psi ratings) cylinder do I need to have the strength I need, while still being affordable &...

I already have it documented in the below thread, so I'm not going to re-post everything (just go to that thread to check it out). But, wanted to share it here so others who might be brainstorming the project could get some ideas...

Really gave my rig a good "once over" when I serviced it, and noticed these... Anyone have a clue as to what they are? This one flips to the left This one looks to be attached to a lever & spring, but I can't figure out what it does.

Last night I blew my second fuse for the headlights, which also covers the dash lights. This happens while parked, in idle, (in the dark of course, for maximum convenience) with the headlights on. All of a sudden the headlights & dashlights die, without affecting any other part of the system...

DISCLAIMER: This is a work in progress !!! I'm a beginner welder (getting better and better as I go) so if you're a pro and see something that isn't perfect, take it easy on me. Anyhow, I've been wanting to build something to cover a few different things for me. First off, I've been wanting...

It's on the left side between the seat & fender... I'm looking for a spot to mount a 12v outlet, was going to run a wire, but figured I'd use this if was a power lead. Thoughts?

In the market for a PTO chipper. To be honest, I use anything 3" and up for firewood anyhow, so I don't need massive advertised capacity. 4" should do the trick. I've read the different threads here and watched too many videos on the different brands. My tractor dealer sells the Wallenstein...

... like the title says, I have her all loaded up, and I'm trading her in. It came down to me HATING the shuttle shift. Well, to clarify, I really like it for some things: plowing, grading the driveway, brush cutting, etc. But, with the amount of loader work I do, having the shuttle vs...

Being that I'm hoping to get a grapple soon, I'll be using the remotes for the first time... Which set do you guys use? The green lever bounces back to center when I move it, the blue one seems to stay wherever you push it.... whats the difference? Thanks in advance.

I just noticed for the first time that Bobcat & Kioti use different loaders for the same tractors... The specs are pretty close, but I noticed that on Bobcat's loader, the curl piston/cylinder attach is right to the Quick Connect at the bucket... Which is different than every other loader I've...

I just noticed for the first time that Bobcat & Kioti use different loaders for the same tractors... The specs are pretty close, but I noticed that on Bobcat's loader, the curl piston/cylinder attach is right to the Quick Connect at the bucket... Which is different than every other loader I've...

Bought a SSQA "stump-bucket" at an auction last week for a pretty good price, finally picked it up today and tried it out on a couple stumps. I can definitely see how these things can come in handy ... IF ... you have the power to run it. I dug out 4 total stumps. The first was about an 10"...

Thought it might be fun (and helpful to others searching for LS info) to have a thread where every post has a picture of an LS tractor doing something. There are lots of threads with pictures, but there is a lot of "chatty" space between them. The rule of this thread is... EVERY POST MUST HAVE...

... all around grapple work? I'm in the "serious" stage of grapple shopping now, moving past the "oooh that's cool" and "I should get one someday" to "about ready to pull the trigger. :thumbsup: There seem to be several different main designs. There is the "Rock Grapple," the "Root...

Re: loader "multi-function" loader control problem Already mentioned this in the other loader problem thread, but I have found that the dual-function control on the loader is NOT up to par with other loaders. Specifically, I can lift the boom AND curl up the bucket fine.... And I can lower...

... Using my box blade tines to scarify an area that will become a garden. Apparently I snagged a root, pulling the front of the blade down as I crept forward. It actually bent the top link causing the BB to roll up even further in the back. Apparently the stress was too much and it sheared...

I've seen guys use the NH bracket that goes above the gas tank, but personally was not a fan of that mounting location. I wanted it a bit lower for easier access when working behind the tractor. I took off my hazard placard (triangle) and noticed it was a perfect spot for the toolbox. I...

My tractor has around 35 PTO HP, weighs around 5k#, lifts around 2800 at the rear --- So, I'm probably right around the dividing line between the small/big sized 3-pt consumer grinders. Woods seems to be the cheapest in price. I'm still calling around to get pricing on others. But... can you...

LOL, and of course by that I mean my drivers side quick attach lever. It has a very tough time locking back into place. The pin doesn't line up properly with the hole, and I have to use a pry bar to position it. I'm wondering if this is an adjustment issue (and if so, where should I adjust...

If someone's already posted this, sorry for the repeat... I've been complaining about the seat not sliding back far enough so I looked at it today. Very easy fix. Grab a #13 socket. Pull the seat forward. Unscrew the bolt holding the "stop bracket" right at the front of the rails (unscrews...

Shopping for my first ZTR. Mowing 2-3 acres per week, and every other week mowing an additional 3 acres. Relatively flat, grass is in decent condition but it's not a Scott's lawn and I'm not trying to make it that way. I mow around lots of trees, flower beds, landscape gardens, gardens...

I searched thru Google and the forum, so if this was already addressed, my apologies for the redundancy. Anyhow... have any of you found or added a cab to your R4041 or 4047? I'd love to see some pics and prices. I might even try to make my own at some point, if i can inspect one close up...

Any issues with parking my tractors with the loaders up? Takes up way less walking room in the barn with the buckets in the air, but am I causing any premature damage by doing it? And/or, is there an acceptable time/period that is safe to leave them up? Thanks in advance Sent from my...

So.... knowing that Kioti owners are a more tolerant and objective bunch than some other die-hard color fans.... thought you may appreciate this. I started shopping a few weeks ago to step up to a larger tractor. Started researching all the brands again (boy did I learn TOO MUCH about global...

Thanks for the input from those of you that helped me decide on the 40 series over the R3039. I think I would have been very happy with the 39, but I would have had that little big of regret/remorse for not just getting the bigger tractor. Thought about getting the 4047, but since I'm already...

Sorry to clutter up the LS Forum with another "advice" thread, but... I test drove Kioti's again today, and I'm 100% sure I want an LS. So much smoother, both the engine & hydraulics. Cheaper too :thumbsup: Downside of course is that I'll be getting a lower trade-in on my current tractor...

Currently own a Kioti CK20S HST w/loader. I've had it for a year and 210 hours. It's worked very well for me. It performed excellent within it's capabilities and only had two minor problems: 1) Steering-Stem gasket leaked, dealer could not fix the gasket as Kioti sent a complete replacement...

Okay, first off... don't laugh at my little 23 HP compact tractor! :laughing: She's done everything I've asked her to so far... but that is mostly related to Loader work and digging holes with the bucket & auger. Just kidding... I know she ain't a big farm rig. Anyhow, we have up to 6...

First time digging a pond - had fun while doing it :D

Picked up the necessary items for my 50HR service today (though I'm closer to the 100HR mark than 50 :( ). The prices seemed pretty competitive, considering they're factory parts from the dealer. Fuel Filter - 5.00 Oil Filter - 10.00 Hydraulic Filter - 22.00 HST Filter - 16.00 1 gal 15w-40 -...

... Can it handle a 72" or do I need to stick with a 60" ? Do you guys mow in high or low? I've never pulled a finish mower before, as I've been using my 72 front mower... however, that is in the shop, and may need more attention than I'm willing to spend. Used finish mowers are running at...

I don't remember the specific model number for the Kioti Backhoe that fits on the ck20... but how strong is that backhoe? I have a bunch of large stumps that I need to take out, and a lifetime's worth of other projects that I could use it for. IS it strong enough to remove large stumps...

Ok, I have a mid 90's (I believe) Ford CM272, with a Shibauru 27 horse engine. Here's what happened: about 2 weeks ago, I notice that the mower is getting hot and the coolant bubbles over out of the radiator relief hose. I flushed & changed the coolant this spring and have only put about...

... Yesterday while leveling an area for a chicken Coop. The ground is pretty low here and it holds water, so I'm digging down a bit to set posts, then I'll bring some aggregate in to bring the level back up before I put the dirt back in. I had to leave it for the night & have my buddy give...

Just finished this earlier today. My inspiration came from when I bought my tractor and my used Box-Blade... the BB was sitting in their yard, in the middle of a pile of BB's - they used one of their yard tractors with a front boom to pick mine out of the pile and carry it over to my trailer...

Just noticed an oil leak yesterday, coming from somewhere to the left of the clutch, behind the cover beneath the steering column. It's a slow drip, only while running, but I'm worried about how long it's (potentially) been there. My fluid levels are fine (on the 2 dip sticks) and there are no...

Hello - new member and 1st post to the Forum. I shopped around for several months and finally settled on the CK20S (HST). Comparing it to the other "main name-brand" tractors, this seemed like the best value and "bang for my buck" tractor out there. I just got it last week from Van Paemel's...