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  1. crashz

    Got asked to bid a very unusual project

    I didn’t read the entire thread, so I’m sorry if I’m repeating some info. Even if this work is through the local conservation commission or state environmental agency, you need a dredge permit through the US Army Corps of Engineers. That is definitely a navigable waterway.
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    What do Y'all charge ?

    I charge $65 an hour (held my price for years) for my old customers, but am moving on to quoting per job for new folks. Hay Dude is right, rarely does hourly work well for everyone. It worked Ok at first, but as I got more proficient at each property, it took much less time and therefore less...
  3. crashz

    Farm Truck Gets a Home Paint Job

    Nice work! Looks great and nice color!
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    Diesel transfer tank filtering

    I just noticed the thumb too. I'm about 18 tons of jealous over here!
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    Diesel transfer tank filtering

    Nice! Is that a 15 ton machine? Very handy with the clean-up bucket and wrist! At work we have the filters on the transfer tank pumps with clear water separators. I believe the filter elements have a desiccant in them as well. As always, proper maintenance is key, and ours are woefully under...
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    2nd Opinion on Truck Squat

    The Tacoma has one clear advantage that I see. The springs can be assisted with air bags to provide more stability and reduced squat. Airbags or other devices may be availible for the Lexus, but likely not as many choices and more expensive.
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    Need some advice regarding our Dog

    Wow - thank you all for the the advice, stories, thoughts and prayers! Vinny is still doing pretty good. Like I said he's pepped back up with the insulin shots and he's playing with the other dogs and trotting around. Eats and poops well. :) Still our happy guy. Some info that I was not aware...
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    Need some advice regarding our Dog

    Ha! At least the needles are pretty small!
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    Need some advice regarding our Dog

    Thanks Rock, I appreciate it. The insulin is no big deal. Easy enough to do and not crazy expensive. I want to do right by the dog though. I really don't want him to suffer, but if we can fix it, I'd like to. I have found a service called Journey's End that euthanizes pets at home. When it...
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    Need some advice regarding our Dog

    Thanks Moss, so far the insulin isn't too bad to administer. I say that pretty easily because my wife has done it all! It has pep'ed him up a bit and he's not drinking as much water.
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    Need some advice regarding our Dog

    Need some advice TBN: We have three dogs, two Maltese and one rescue Chihuahua. My wife and I don't have kids and these little guys are our family. The dog in question is our male 11 year old Maltese and my wife's bestie, Vinny. We recently took him in to see the vet because he was peeing a...
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    Kubota 3910 ran out of water and will not run

    5030 - have you ever added a coolant filter to your PS? I put one on mine, which alos doses the additive, but I've never cut open the filter to see if its doing anything? Sorry to go way off topic.
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    Komatsu D65S-6

    Anderson Equipment is a Komatsu dealer in Henrietta. Give them a buzz and see if they can get parts. We have never had any issues getting parts for my fathers D41 dozer. He bought it new back in the mid 80's. He has had various Komatsu excavators too, with no problem getting parts. Anderson has...
  14. crashz

    Understanding Curb Weight, GVWR, Towing and CDL requirements

    I'd look up TN reg's to see if the rules apply to "weight ratings" or "registered weight". There is a lot of confusion in the language used. It seems like contract lawyers are the ones who write these regulations, yet the common man has to abide by and enforce them.
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    Kubota 3910 ran out of water and will not run

    You are right on the coolant 5030, but cavitation can happen in all diesels. The thin liners are most susceptible to cavitation erosion, but so are the blocks of engines without liners. The international 6.9 and 7.3 engines (IDI and PS) are know to spring leaks if the coolant is neglected...
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    Current pricing L2501 and transmission choice

    Power to the wheels has never been an issue for me. My L2501 spins the tires even when in 4wd and diff locked and loaded with plenty of ballast. Rim pull is not a problem. PTO power is noticeably lacking. I've compare the L2501 HST to my old JD 770 (gear drive), which are rated closely in power...
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    Stupid Things I Have Done

    Welds look nice though! Its threads like these that really make me feel like part of the community!
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    Toothbar - Moving compost/seaweed

    I have the Piranha bar and love it. I leave it on permanently. Has not dulled or worn appreciably in 4 years. And it's been beaten up pretty well.
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    Tractor for land clearing and preparation

    Big dozer with a root rake? 300 acres is a lot of land to reclaim.
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    Now What ?

    Mule, how did you get out of there? Looks like deep mud and tangling brush. Tough walking for anyone, much less for someone that has leg issues.
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    L2501 - 50 Hour Service

    Thinking about it more, the chips at the bottom of the oil drain pail might have actually washed off of the old filter as I unscrewed it or as I dumped the oil from the filter canister. It would make more sense that if they drained from the filter adapter.
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    Toothbar - Moving compost/seaweed

    You'll find that it helps fill the bucket and bucket has a little more capacity. Also with stringy material (like seaweed, roots, sod, etc) it tends to cut and separate a little easier than the flat bucket edge. IE when you pull away from the pile, more stays in and with the bucket.
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    L2501 - 50 Hour Service

    I figured I'd dredge up an old thread, as I'm now performing my 400hr service. Nearly done. Nothing noteworthy except for the metal shavings/chips still in the trans/hydraulic fluid. Some history. I have serviced the tractor annually,as I don't hit the hour limit on oil changes. Conservatively...
  24. crashz

    Grooming mower with no shear pin or slip clutch protection?

    My finish mower is belt drive as well. I always assumed that the belt would slip, providing protection to the gearbox and PTO.
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    Who makes a heavy duty 4 foot bush hog? >/= 3" rated

    I set my slip clutch each year very lightly (clutch plates are worn smooth) to avoid damage to the tractor. To me the slip clutch is nearly disposable in relation to the tractor internals. Have you ever actually tried cutting saplings with a rotary cutter? I cut some un-maintained locations and...
  26. crashz

    Kubota L48 Rear Axle Broke...Looking for discontinued part...or solutions

    I'm surprised Kubota doesn't support it and surprised that the current L47 model would be different. Have the dealers looked to see if there are any glaring differences in the shafts from each model? Maybe it's not been superceded yet? Just a general question, but since the OP has both pieces...
  27. crashz

    New tractor classifieds site

    Anyway to search regionally? I see that you can search by state, but what about a radius around a zip code? This allows those of us in small states to cover a larger region? I like the format. Easy on the eyes. Nice work!
  28. crashz

    Oil & Fuel 4105 won’t start - probably a dumb question

    Sounds like the battery is low. I'd get a charger on it. Curious, how old is the battery?
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    New 2021 Kubota BX2380 w/MMM & FEL- first impressions and any problems/issues....

    The front axle pivot joint on the BX2380 looks like the pivot pin goes through the middle of the axle housing. There are bushings and seals on either end. The axle pivot looks as if the gear oil within the axle housing lubricates this joint. If that is true and you have slop in this joint, it...
  30. crashz

    Starting fluid

    If the pump is the problem and not the gears, you can likely have it rebuilt. Your diesel mechanic will know where to send it. We even have a member here that rebuilds them for his profession. So it can be fixed. If it is a gear issue, bad on Kioti for replacing the gears with the same faulty...
  31. crashz

    Best lawn mower in $2-4,000 range?

    Thanks for the update David!
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    What are you using to lube your implements and tractors?

    Amsoil greases (#1 and #2), Fluid Film (spray cans, gallon cans, and black). Clean and lube each time the tractor is out for a day long job. BTW - I have Woolwax, New Hampshire Oil Undercoating, and FF side by side. WW is a bit more more viscous. Otherwise they all seem the same and I'd be...
  33. crashz

    Keep current truck forever or try to afford a new one every 5-10 years?

    Rust free and immaculate, probably north of $30k. That's not Kelly Blue Book, but probably what the old school 7.3 die-hards would pay.
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    Keep current truck forever or try to afford a new one every 5-10 years?

    I was able to peel up the sill plates on my 2003 F450 a few weeks ago without breaking the plastic tabs. The metal clips were totally rotted but I saved the plastic! I'm at the position where as I stated, the big trucks are too expensive to replace. I will fix my old trucks up until I...
  35. crashz

    Full figured 25hp Tractors

    Love my L2501, but lack of PTO power is the one complaint I have. Now that I'm out of warranty I might change that, but it can be a real drag when your rotary cutter starts bogging down.
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    Fighting 'Solar Farm' Installation

    Personal insults aside, Turbo did bring up a good point. When an administration backs your only competitor, but that competitor has no market strength, what is going to happen? Prices go up. The fossil fuel industry needs to (as public companies) respond to that business threat. It makes sense...
  37. crashz

    What's for supper???

    Moss - what is Hungarian Paprika? Is is different than regular paprika (like from McCormicks) and where do you get it? I'd like to try that tenderloin recipe. Looks good!!!
  38. crashz

    New (used) IH 7500 Dump Truck purchase, modification & fix up

    4570 - your truck is so clean! Even new trucks on the dealer lots up here have more rust!
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    New (used) IH 7500 Dump Truck purchase, modification & fix up

    Sorry to hear of the mechanical problems HD. The silver lining is that with a 10ft body, you'll have plenty of room for the telescopic hoist without a doghouse. I can't remember which truck had it, but my father had one like that. BTW - I used to think the scissor lifts were faster. They just...
  40. crashz

    Commuter Vehicle Thoughts - Freeway + County + Gravel

    I drove a 2006 Honda CRV for the last 5 years and 180K miles. Giving it to my niece now. The Honda was good but if I were to buy again I would try to find one that relatively new, as the model I had was terrible on gas. I could barely squeak out 22-24 mpgs driving like a grandma and keeping it...
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    Keep current truck forever or try to afford a new one every 5-10 years?

    I've found that you can keep an older truck up and running if it's not your daily driver. You can order the parts you want, take your time and fix it right, do the majority of work yourself and keep it up. But if you need it to run the next day, you often have to scramble. I'm too old to do that...
  42. crashz

    Insurance for a $7,000 tractor - standalone policy

    Hagerty and others do an agreed value policy on a lot of items. I have not used them but hear the advertisements often. I would also try Progressive as well. I have an agreed value commercial policy on my oldish dump truck (not worth much but not a collectable) and it's very reasonable. Full...
  43. crashz

    Commercial rotary vs flail help!

    My spine would snap at that speed on the fields I cut. The brush is one thing, but how does a zero turn handle rocks?
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    Fighting 'Solar Farm' Installation

    I doubt it was your $5200 that they gave to Steve. If Steve is anything like many of us he pays WAY more in federal income taxes than $5200. I think your money was used to shoot down a balloon. :) I'm a fan of solar energy, but not on good land. It makes no sense really. Utilizing a good...
  45. crashz

    milwaukee battery 1/2" impact question

    I have the older high-torque model and its my go-to wrench. Absolute game changer to me. One thing to keep in mind is that the higher torque unit has a power setting so that you have a little control over the impact speed/power. This wrench inspired me to change to Milwaukee tools, but not all...
  46. crashz

    Heads Up: Deceptive ads for Piranha Tooth Bar

    I wish you guys luck. But it is a bit of a compliment. Your toothbar is now the generic name of bolt on toothbars. Like Kleenex is to facial tissues! BTW - the Piranha Bar is a great product and one that has surprised me. Far better than I thought it would be, and truly lives up to the stellar...
  47. crashz

    Any Excavation Professionals Feel Like Giving Advice?

    Ohio DOT sizing is: #1 stone is 3.5 - 2.5" #2 stone is 2.5 - 1.5" stone
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    Any Excavation Professionals Feel Like Giving Advice?

    The second guy has the best option. #1 an #2 stone is heavy course stone. I would expect the contractor to strip the sod and organics, proof roll, place the geotextile and place the heavy stone on top. No real need to roll/compact the 1s and 2s, but you could. When the #57 is placed on top...
  49. crashz

    Flail Mower Let's talk flail mowers

    Thanks guys - great advice. Seriously thinking about upgrading to the flail, not only for the cut quality but for the power too. I wish I decided on a flail vs the finish mower when I bought. In tall grass I have to crawl so slow that I'm barely moving. I have 2 customers that have fields that...
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    Equipment Trailer plans

    I'd double check your DMV rules on homemade trailers too. In MA it used to be pretty easy, as you the builder, registered for whatever weight you wanted within reason of the axle(s) and tires (in which you needed proof of buying). They have made it significantly harder from what I recall.
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    Taking delivery on new CK2610 loader backhoe tomorrow

    While in the house, send us a few pictures! After you run it around a bit, check the lug nut/bolts to see if any are loose. Check the loader and backhoe subframe mounting bolts after a few hours. These seem like the most common bolts to loosen up over time, regardless of brand, dealer, or...
  52. crashz

    Should i get a tractor?

    A tractor is much easier on a lawn, makes a better lawn mower and best of all, you can get off the tractor with the loader raised. But you have a pretty capable machine. My question is: What is it that you want to do that you can't? If its backhoe work, I think many here will tell you that a...
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    Flail Mower Let's talk flail mowers

    Flail Nation - I have a few questions: is there a flail that could solve my problems. My tractor is 25HP, which may be modifiable, but we'll start bone stock. I cut small fields as a side business, and have had issues with cutting: - The tractor handles a 5ft bush hog OK, but thick grass slows...
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    Magnetic brooms

    HF magnet is $50 for the 30" wide unit. $12 for the 17" unit. Its cheap enough just for peace of mind.
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    Magnetic brooms

    I bought 2 at Harbor Freight. Probably the best HF tools I have. I bought them when I hired a few friends to do my roof at our old house. I told them I'd handle the ground work. These magnets were great, and actually picked up old steel (nails) that were embedded in the ground well before the...
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    Dealer backing out of deal

    Tell him just what you said. You made the deal based on relationship with a quality dealer and are already stretched thin. No harm in telling him where you are. Be friendly and polite. Tell them that you are aware that it was an honest mistake. See what they say. If they make an offer, I'd work...
  57. crashz

    Moving and repurposing a building, advice needed

    Side question: did the owner/builder put the posts in concrete barrels to avoid the building being considered a permanent structure, ie taxes? That's the only reason I could see doing that. He put more work and expense into building it that way vs installing the posts 4ft below the ground. I'm...
  58. crashz

    Need help fixing a stupid mistake I made two weeks ago

    If this becomes a "stupid mistake" thread, I can fill a dozen pages myself. :) OP- glad you are up and running. I'd make sure to run a few healthy doses of Power Service or other fuel additive just to handle and residual moisture.
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    Thank You!

    Congrats and we need pictures! BTW - TBN is a wealth of knowledge. The amount and depth of experience is vast. But as frugal as most members are, we are not shy about spending other people's money!
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    Cleaning lawn of branches

    My 2 acres of lawn is surrounded by a few maple, and lots of pine. Huge pine that sheds. I've found that I have to hand pick the big branches 2" and larger, but the small stuff either gets mowed or I will rake up with a pine needle rake. It much more forgiving than a landscape rake and won't dig...
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    death of regular cab pickups

    I had (2) F150 short bed regular cab 4x4s and loved them. Fun daily drivers that could do some work too. You can still order them this way, and AFAIK GM is bring theirs back in limited series. I saw one at the dump on Saturday. It had the Z71 package and looks pretty good. I always had regular...
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    Folks not tying down their trash!!!!

    I can relate. We have a transfer station in town and residents can drop off for free (with a sticker on your car). 75% of us have pick-ups. Of those, 80% correctly contain the load of trash. 20% believe that if its in the pick-up box, it can't escape. Seems like those 20% all live on my street...
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    Trailer painting

    I like the color of the wood stain. Looks really nice.
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    R.O.W. Problem

    The Right of Way includes the road, so it's usually wider to account for maintenance and a utility corridor. So the ROW could be 40ft wide and the road within that (could be centered or offset). Many towns and cities have a set-back ROW fromt he road centerline. I think on my road it is 8ft. I...
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    Best 3 trucks you've ever owned.

    Great thread topic jeff! Do I have to limit to just three? :) 1983 GMC K2500 6.2 diesel 4x4 - Was my first vehicle, my dads' former daily driver and plow rig and generally abused in every way possible. Never reliable, but one of the coolest trucks IMO. Still have it in a field. Someday, a...
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    R.O.W. Problem

    Sorry for the situation. All of us desktop heros can suggest anything with no repercussion, but you live there. Makes for an uncomfortable feeling EVERY time you leave and come home. But just so I understand, by your description, it sounds as if he installed the fence in the middle of one lane...
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    Trailer painting

    If you are going to Fluid Film the frame, I would clean it up with the wire wheel, degrease well, and paint with a rustoleum. Then give it a good spray with the FF once the rustoleum cures. BTW - FF has a black that sprays a little better and smells better too. Very similar in consistency with...
  68. crashz

    Side by Side or 4x4

    I bought a SxS for my father last year and was a bit worried that he wouldn't use it for the reason people have already mentioned. He loves it and it doesn't rut up the fields like the trucks do. The light weight is the #1 benefit in my eyes.
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    Curious about using hydraulic oil other than Kubota brand

    There is big difference between hydraulic oils and tractor fluid. The common sump in the tractors also lubricate the drivetrain. Regular hydraulic oils do not have the extreme pressure additives that protect the gears and bearings.
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    Dump Truck recommendation

    Komrade - you won't win any races, but the gas engines will be fine.
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    Short Term Tractor Purchase

    Starting to get into some big money if he looks at a track machine. I think the 1025, BX or Massey GC would do. On occasion, you can find an older tractor for sale. I bet that once the work is done though, it may be hard to give up the machine.
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    Kubota L2501 Turbo: A Journey Defined - The Tractor, The Comparison, The Modification, The Results

    I laughed, I cried, and... ...I learned? Nice work, great fabrication and an entertaining story. Thank you! Now that I'm outta warranty I may be interested in doing something similar. Maybe I'll start with the fuel and timing first. But I do have a question: Have you monitored HST fluid...
  73. crashz

    Home Built Grader

    That is really cool!
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    Snowplowing unfrozen gravel...with skid shoes or without?

    It's a pain, I agree. I don't use shoes because I have mostly asphalt, but I have a section of millings now too. On that area I pick up the plow a tiny amount so that the tractor carries the weight. And by tiny, I mean 1/4" ish. It's hard to see, and repeat, and scalps a little too, but gets it...
  75. crashz

    John Deere 790 subframe compatibility

    The 750, 770, 790 and 3005 were all basically the same model tractor that were revised over the years. All but the 3005 were at one time availible with the Model 70 loader and Model 7 backhoe (I'm not 100% certain about the 750 though). The 55 series CUTS were another breed altogether, main...
  76. crashz

    Thoughts on 02 F450 dump

    :) I know what you mean. I see a few GMs for sale in the Northeast here. They are mostly rust and holes, with only a faint outline of the truck they used to be. Kinda like ghost trucks. Still fetching $2500 or more. Sold as "running" or "good drive train". It really is ridiculous.
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    Thoughts on 02 F450 dump

    That Dodge looks pretty clean. Nice truck for the money. While I love my Ford, I really like the simplicity of a square body GM or Dodge, 2wd, with small block v8. Be even sweeter with a simple 4 speed trans. Are you bidding on it Jeff?
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    Sad and Tragic Recovery Accident in AZ.

    I learned quite a bit from the video and ovrszd. While I never have used a ball mount as an anchor point or tow point, I have done some of the other bad things (ie static strap and chain used at the same time). Thanks guys.
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    What am I missing?

    Can't make money if people reuse things :) On the other hand we do have a certain part of the population that still fills up plastic shopping bags full of gas when prices rise.
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    What am I missing?

    I think that's the idea. This way you can go out with saw in one hand and tank in other and have all you need for a couple hours of cutting. Nice if you are just walking your yard or close by and keeps everything handy. But like you, I usually work off of the back of my pick-up, dump truck or...
  81. crashz

    K L3800 PTO poor pto cable

    Haven't had to replace mine, but have had to lube it up on occasion. Mine has a tendency to stick on rather than not engage the PTO. Either way it can be a pain. Thanks for reminding me though, I'll hit it with some silicone spray this morning before I plow.
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    Fixing a loose bucket?

    Woods might have a bushing kit, but most of these small loaders just have welded in bushings. Around here, there are a few mobile shops that do pin and bushing re-building with onsite welding and line boring. They will weld and re-bore the pin locations too. But this is typically for big...
  83. crashz

    Buying Advice Deciding what to buy for my 1ST tractor.

    For all of that digging, the Case is the winner hands down. A CUT will work, but you'll beat it up. They are meant more as a jack-of-all trades tool. Like a swiss army knife, it can fix a lot in pinch but no substitute for a tool box full of tools.
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    Door jamb repair.

    I'm no carpenter, but followed along pretty well because I've done a couple of doors in my lifetime. A consideration may be: could this happen again? Personally I would reframe and secure those latch plates with some heavy screws. Then buy the fiance an extra key and attach it to the dog's...
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    It’s here!

    Well, since they slipped in the added discount, we can let the fuel thing slide. Nice looking rig! BTW - I did the same when I bought my Kubota. I'm not a super clean freak, but putting a quick coat of wax on the sheet metal does make it clean up easier.
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    Needed bigger FEL

    I'm not a horse guy, so I'm not sure, but when you muck out the stalls, do you muck by hand and load the bucket with shovels, or do you use the FEL to scoop up the poop? I guess it depends on the barn construction. If scooping at all, I'd want a dedicated light materials bucket. If loading by...
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    Thoughts on 02 F450 dump

    Roust, I think a lot of the plug issues were corrosion related too. I'm guessing that the trucks down where you are see much less if any road salt. Also from what I remember reading and been told (no first hand knowledge) the 5.4 and the v10 were prone to the issues. The 4.6 didn't seem to have...
  88. crashz

    Dealer changed the price 2 hours prior to delivery!

    Congrats! Not what I expected either. Yeah - I'd find a way to spend a little of that savings at the dealer and bring them some good coffee and doughnuts too. When its delivered, grab some photos for us. I'm really starting to like the looks of the TYMs and starting to dream of a cab machine.
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    Thoughts on 02 F450 dump

    I think most of you know me by now and the way I'd vote! :) OP - If you can get it cheap enough, I'd take it to the the local Technical High School (that offers bodyshop and welding) and let them have at it. The V10 in early years was a plug spitter, but I think they resolved that by 01 or 02...
  90. crashz

    Bobcat CT225 Front bucket broke!

    Great to hear you got it back together! A bit of an expensive lesson, but you just learned that the loader has weak spots. Even (or especially) with the bucket.
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    Cat 950B wheel loader

    Gonna need a lot more info. What conditions does this happen? Assume correct fluid levels? Does the loader have all gears and power in each? Does it do it only when hot, pushing hard or all the time? When was it serviced last? My first thoughts are - overfilled, overheated, or a clogged...
  92. crashz

    Any bourbon aficionados here?

    I cut my teeth on Johnny Walker Red. Always neat, but I get what /pine said about the water helping to bring flavor. Once I developed a taste for whiskey, I have tried and liked quite a few, hated a couple and keep a few as my go to sippin whiskeys: In the liquor cabinet: Lead Slingers (a nice...
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    Bucket wear.

    Can the steel company drill the holes? That hardened stuff is tough unless you have a good drill press or mag drill.
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    Replacement 3038E battery

    My first winter with the Kubota I had to replace the battery. Bad cell or something, but I couldn't use the glow plugs and crank it over when cold. Either one, but not both. I want to say it was a 400CC battery, but either way, I took the size and went to Interstate and got a big one. 900CCA and...
  95. crashz

    Post COVID CUT tractoring “truths”

    Good post OP! I'd just like to add that needs, wants and capabilities can change so its just fine if the tractor in the barn changes too. I'm very happy with my tractor, but a cabbed rig is calling my name. I need to clear out some projects before I make another move, but in 5 years I can see...
  96. crashz

    Bucket wear.

    I didn't see the holes in your photo until I looked real close (used my good eye this time), but you should be able to order the edge from your Kioti dealer. If not, you can order them from a lot of heavy equipment suppliers (most stock generic edges too). Just be sure to give them the total...
  97. crashz

    M&Ms to contain WHAT???

    Yep, supposed to be a joke guys...
  98. crashz

    My father has fallen and can't get up

    So sorry for your loss Jay.
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    Upgrayedd

    Nice Fleet!
  100. crashz

    Car battery. I am confused

    Sounds like a dead cell. I would replace it, especially at 5 years old.
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    Bucket wear.

    Before the edge gets too worn and thin, I would purchase a bolton on replaceable cutting edge, drill out your existing edge and bolt the new one in place. Then as it wears, you can either flip it (usually reversible) or replace it. This is usually done when new, so the original bucket lip is...
  102. crashz

    SoundGuy

    Both are relatively young guys (my age, 40 - 50 yo) so I would hope they are alive and well and just not interested in posting here. I witnessed the trolls beat up Diamond Pilot pretty bad and I think he finally decided he didn't need to come here and be harassed. SG, I'm not sure. I don't...
  103. crashz

    My father has fallen and can't get up

    Prayers for him, you and the family.
  104. crashz

    1976 Trans Am?

    "That's one thing we have in common. We both like half my face." :)
  105. crashz

    Kubota l4701 Longevity and Reliability?

    My little L2501 pulls a 5ft brush cutter or 6ft finish mower all summer long. She works weekends, but works very hard. 380 hours and running like a champ. None of the jobs I do are easy. One customer has a slope of 28 degrees (yes, degrees not percent) at its steepest part and it takes all of...
  106. crashz

    Good Tractor Prices

    The Yanmar/CC is a crazy good deal. That's a smart little tractor and tough as they can get.
  107. crashz

    Dump Truck recommendation

    What was a typical GVWR for the 3500HD's? The ones with the old 454 and 4L80e would be a nice reliable rig. I think another rare bird is the same truck with a 5 speed (NV4500).
  108. crashz

    Washing Potatoes in a Dishwasher....or....Another Fine Mess I'm In !!

    Another vote for pressure washer, but for another reason: - The wide fan tip will work for general cleaning. - The narrow fan tip will be perfect for engraving the name of each dinner guest into their own potato. Huge point windfall with the wife for that one! RSKY - I wish you were my neighbor!
  109. crashz

    Dump Truck recommendation

    Glad you asked: Both trucks were rode hard. Typical wear items: Brakes, ball joints/tie rods, shocks, steering boxes, PS hoses, brake lines, cooling lines and hoses, radiators, tires fuel pumps, tanks, etc. The F450 has a new clutch and transmission housing (known to crack). Both trucks had...
  110. crashz

    Aluminum equipment trailers.

    Hershey - I think you misread the D ring stamp. It says 6 000lbs. Must be 6 pounds. I would say it's safe even up to 12! The set-up looks good, and I was going to ask if you could put the extra bucket in the bed of the truck, but I see the slide-out and load of tools. Question for you: When...
  111. crashz

    Dump Truck recommendation

    I have the 1987 K3500 in my avatar picture and a 2003 2wd F450. Both diesel. Neither are race cars when empty. When loaded, prepare for the single finger salute. Initial purchase price for both trucks are dwarfed by the monumental cost of upgrades and upkeep. The GMC hasn't been on the road in...
  112. crashz

    Cleaning gutters and roof valleys

    I'm struggling with gutter issues myself. Partly because they collect only half the water. The remaining half drips between the gutter and facia. But for the valleys, could you use a roof rake? Meant for snow, but works for other things too. Maybe even fashion a broom end instead of the blade?
  113. crashz

    Putting a Cummins 24V with VE mechanical injection pump into my 2008 F250 with failed Navistar engine

    Love the thread. I want to do something similar to my squarebodys. I have an 87 (my avatar) and and 83, both with 6.2L diesels as the original engines. I have an older 12v cummins (destined for the 83) with the VE pump and was under the impression that the VE pump was LESS reliably than the...
  114. crashz

    Anyone else ordered or got a Ford Maverick?

    I was seriously shopping out the Maverick when I bought in September. The hybrid mileage was the primary reason, but the reasons I didn't pursue it were more do to the supply issues than anything else: - Dealers didn't have hybrid versions and couldn't say when they would be in if ordered. - The...
  115. crashz

    NX5510 - No hydraulics after filter and fluid change

    This is a tough one. I have a couple of thoughts, but it ends up being a combination of most of the advice given so far: - Warm everything up. This fluid may be just too thick. But I think you would be able to see a difference. One would act like a light oil and the thick one like honey if cold...
  116. crashz

    Aluminum equipment trailers.

    Nice looking trailer! And Excavator! I agree on the tie-down points. The hardware might be rated to 6K, but they would pull out of the aluminum panels before that. With the rain and ice, did you feel that the deck was slippery?
  117. crashz

    Truck & Trailer ideas to tow 14,000 and be under 26,000 pounds

    I agree with LD on measuring your rig and add some room to balance the load. When I bought my trailer I measured the tractor with loader on it and added 5ft (for a 5ft brush cutter) because I was too lazy to attach the mower and at least smart enough to add. I was very wrong. I knew my 18 footer...
  118. crashz

    Best wax/compound for truck scratches

    The turtle wax color waxes are pretty good. I used it on a black F150 many years ago and helped even with the deep "to primer" scratches. Good shine and hides a lot, but not perfect. I'm not good enough yet to cut, polish and wax with my buffer reliability, so I've been practicing on my dump...
  119. crashz

    Used backhoes

    They're not as common as the 2wd Fords, but you'll seen them for sale around here from time to time. Most of the 4x4's are 655s though.
  120. crashz

    Yesterday. Would you buy and EV?

    HA! - Horse manure crisis! Good Post! I should have clarified Nick, no ICE vehicles are regulated for owning and driving. But manufacture and purchase in some states have a looming deadline. Even NH has a bill on the floor limiting new ICE car sales in 2032. I doubt it will pass, but these...
  121. crashz

    Yesterday. Would you buy and EV?

    I look forward to a small electric garden tractor. As I get older, quiet operation is more important. The noise just beats me up. Actually, I really like all of my battery operated lawn tools (trimmer, hedge trimmer, blower and saw). So an electric garden tractor to mow and tow with would be...
  122. crashz

    Engine drive shaft coupler to hydraulic pump failure. Need help!

    Tinhack mentioned the original coupler being a U joint. I think thats the problem here. You have a solid coupler and it looks like a homemade structure between the engine and pump. The coupler will need some flex to account for the slight mismatch in alignment. If it were me, I would go with...
  123. crashz

    LS MT357 starts poorly after sitting for a month

    With only 50 hrs, I wouldn't think the injectors would leak (though check to see if you're oil level is rising), but you could have air in the fuel feed lines. Air can cause all of these symptoms. And its the biggest pain in the butt to find the leak too.
  124. crashz

    New shop under construction

    Wow - looks great! When you're done, please come up to NH and build the exact same thing for me!
  125. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    Oh - I didn't see that at first. Still doesn't seem too bad, but you could plate it like you said. You're right about the spring width, that will change. I have no idea if it has center pins in the spring packs but you could crack 'em open and see. With a square housing, maybe they don't. 9" x...
  126. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    I'm not sure if the juice is worth the squeeze. Your frame looks to be in pretty good shape, the rust jacking didn't really stretch it too bad and wouldn't reduce the frame strength. I think you'd be adding weight for very little benefit.
  127. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    Looks good! Glad you got the rust jacking out. As far as the gap, I'd leave it alone and treat with FF after you paint. You want that to wick into the gaps that you can't reach/see. Clean and re-apply once a year if you can. This will last a long time. Probably longer than any of us! My F450...
  128. crashz

    Anyone have a portable fuel tank for carrying to jobsites/fields etc?

    I like that set up grs. Do they make it a bit smaller in a 35 or 25 gallon flavor?
  129. crashz

    Some of my handiwork

    If 2Lane is cookin' I'm there!
  130. crashz

    Best Attachment for Parking Lot Leveling

    Another option is a power rake. By far the most expensive option, but will loosen and carry the material. Have you thought of compaction after you have re-graded? I'd want to compact with a small vibratory roller (dual drum) or at least with a pull behind roller. Your graded lot will last a bit...
  131. crashz

    Diagnosing Tractor Bad Sound

    Can you get the tractor in the garage and jack up the rear? I would want to get it solidly on jack stands and spin the rear tires by hand. Be careful jacking it up as the front axle pivots, so it won't give any lateral support. In fact, I like to lift the front with the loader bucket and block...
  132. crashz

    Do any tractor or automotive builders make their own oil, fluid and air filters?

    I'm pretty sure these are made to the specifications of the auto/engine manufactures. For instance, Ford's Motorcraft oil is made by ConocoPhillips and Korean S-oil. Many other brands are made by Warren in Canada. Filters are a similar situation, but in my opinion, the quality of the filters...
  133. crashz

    why i will never buy bobcat again, why i will preach it and why you shouldnt either

    Sorry to hear. At first when I saw the loose bolt issue, I was thinking "well, that's common on almost every new tractor even with good dealer prep". But the rest of the run-around seems like a terrible dealer. They want to sell $250K equipment, not deal with issues on a consumer focused compact...
  134. crashz

    150 years worth of Gopher mounds

    If it's that bad, I'd rent a dozer for a week, smooth and level it, then disk and re-plant.
  135. crashz

    Buying Advice Maybe going from Kubota to Mahindra.

    Not that you asked, and I have no idea what the 10 acre plot needs, but I'm imagining a heavily wooded property. With that, I think most compact tractors will be pretty much useless. If that's the case, would avoid selling right away, have the lot cleared by a pro, then evaluate what you need to...
  136. crashz

    Ignore list?

    Gene - that's pretty funny that the guy specifically messaged you to tell you that you are now on his Ignore list! I can just imagine somebody so butt-hurt that the just had to let you know and get the last word in. :) Roust- I do block numbers on my cell. There are only so many car warranties...
  137. crashz

    Ignore list?

    I've found that certain members can be harsh or say dumb things, but at times can offer valuable insight too. And really, who hasn't said something dumb or read something wrong? So, no I don't put anyone on an ignore list. But I choose not remember the comments that insult.
  138. crashz

    My Micro Hydro Project

    Awesome project. I never knew that hydro power could be scalable. This is great. Keep up the good work KTM!
  139. crashz

    What is your cleaning and maintenance routine for your chainsaw?

    Typical is when I'm done with the saw I wipe/blow it off, top up the tanks, clean the air filter, and touch up the chain with my file and guide. Then I painstakingly clean the case of all the pooled bar and chain oil. They always leak just enough to make a mess, regardless if the tank is empty...
  140. crashz

    Anyone buy or using the Fluid Film spray gun?

    About a gallon will do a typical pickup truck. I like a couple of spray cans for tight areas or when doing more controlled work too. I have similar Fluid Film Spray gun as Jack, but the tip is different. Its a large plastic nozzle that doesn't have a pattern. Just a shotgun blast of grease! I...
  141. crashz

    You'll correct this.

    I often admire member's photo subjects when they post something cool, like a nice car, or tractor, or shop. The mustang is real nice, but the place in the background is sweet! Do wives have a training class where they learn how to push husbands into tasks? Mine is remarkably good. And her...
  142. crashz

    Yanmar 2200 Drowned??

    I'd at least try to get it going. Charge up the battery, oil change, fuel filter and fresh fuel. I can't imagine enough water got into it to hydrolock it, and you already cranked it over, so why not? I've seen many old engines that have sat a LONG time run pretty good after an initial...
  143. crashz

    Safety Features for a Barn

    Nice barn! I don't know much about barns or what you personally store in yours, but is a sprinkler system worth while? Seems like a barn that larger and that nice would be impossible to re-build. Also if you did have a fire, the sprinkler system would protect / help people that could be...
  144. crashz

    Plugging in generator to your house dangerous?

    That's why they are nicknamed "Kill Cords".
  145. crashz

    Generators, sizes and fuel options?

    Minus my well, I was able to run nearly everything off of my Harbor Freight 3500Watt inverter generator. That was a fridge (not freezer or second fridge), furnace, pellet stove, a few lights and the TV at times. Left on Eco -Idle, it only sounded like it was working when all of the items were...
  146. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    Snobbds - nice trucks!
  147. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    All good advice. The oily undercoating works wonders but is insanely messy. I installed a trailer hitch on my truck yesterday and was covered in black oil from the NH undercoating. Just from putting the hitch in the receiver and pinning it! I think the primer and paint is a good thing after...
  148. crashz

    My father has fallen and can't get up

    Condolences FJ - wow you really have your hands full. Make sure to take time and rest.
  149. crashz

    Hydraulics all froze! What to do?

    I read it as the hydraulics don't move. So I wasn't thinking transmission initially. But then the OP said his PTO would not spin. I can see the power shuttle having an issue (isn't that fluid activated??) but I would think the PTO would be a direct drive. Maybe its more complicated than that...
  150. crashz

    Radiator hose "snapped"

    Can you replace the lower tank only? That might be the best compromise. $1000 is a lot of dough, but the replacement is easy and risk is low. Making some questionable repair could get costly in a hurry and could risk killing your engine. Stupid things have a way of snowballing into disasters.
  151. crashz

    Kubota BX2670 Fuel Filter Freezing up in Cold Weather

    My first year with the Kubota we got a cold spell and I had forgotten about the summer fuel in the tank. I went to plow the snow and had a heck of a time. I learned this: - I simply could not get enough heat to the lines and filter to liquify the wax/ice. It was below zero at the time, but...
  152. crashz

    Finally Need My Warranty and LS Is Not There! BEWARE!

    OP - while it sucks to repair a relatively new, in warranty, machine the repair itself is not all that bad. And you are learning a few things: - How to tackle the front axle seals - The condition of the bearings in the front axle - Your local NH dealer seams pretty good - And that NH cannot do...
  153. crashz

    Bare metal epoxy primer for truck frame

    Yep - Wouldn't hurt to have him paint it too. Then you don't have to move the truck, re-clean the frame and paint it. I'm a fan of the Chassis Saver by Magnet Paint and Eastwood products. Eastwood will have a good etching primer, then follow up with a a good paint (like their chassis paint or...
  154. crashz

    Ford Superduty 6.2 questions?

    Thanks Will! Thats funny, I find the seats comfortable for GM. My Honda was the worst, but GM has been lackluster. Mine is a GMC in the Elevation package, but I doubt its any different than yours. Maybe a different color fabric. Mine does have the power feature though, and I bet that helps...
  155. crashz

    Tractor Died While Blowing Snow!

    Yep - moisture from condensation will make the gelling worse. If you have a clear filter bowl and it looks cloudy, its gelling. Since I usually have summer blended fuel left over I usually cut it a little with kerosene. No more than 20%, as kerosene has even less lubricity than Ultra Low...
  156. crashz

    new ranger review?

    Still loving that blue color!
  157. crashz

    Ford Superduty 6.2 questions?

    Will - Significantly off topic but have you had any issues with your Colorado? Grumpycat - I agree. Why would Ford "downgrade" the optional engine to make it standard. That's just silly. But I know nothing of it. Maybe they are doing other cost saving measures (like non forged internals???) to...
  158. crashz

    Tools & equipment that are fantastic.

    Me too scootr! Fortunately my wife keeps me in budget and out of trouble!
  159. crashz

    Ford Superduty 6.2 questions?

    I drove a few of the 6.2L in dually utility body forms. When loaded heavy, it felt a bit underpowered, but for a pickup, is fine. At work, we have been replacing the diesel pick-up fleet with the new 7.3L gas trucks and they are really nice. The 7.3L/ 10 speed combo is smooth and very...
  160. crashz

    Expected Depreciation in Used Tractors?

    Warranty, lack of used stock, used prices actually more than new (that happened to me with my recently purchased truck), condition of used (for many years new trailers were just more financially sound considering the maintenance needs on used ones) vs new, appearance and "branding", business...
  161. crashz

    Anyone watch "Yellowstone" on the Paramount network?

    I'm still a fan of Yellowstone and fully intend on seeing it through, but NOT impressed with season 5. What they have done with Beth is just getting ridiculous. She is now the Howard Stern of the wild west. Yuck.
  162. crashz

    Self driving cars will get their drivers killed

    Didn't Stallone star in a crappy movie (Time Cop or something) with self driving cars and it was illegal to drive yourself? :) BTW - I wanted to share that I was passed on the highway this morning (I was in the middle lane doing about 70ish) by a Tesla, in which the drive was clearly on his...
  163. crashz

    I got an early Christmas present

    What a disaster! I'm sorry for the loss of you shop. I hope nobody was hurt and the insurance company works with you on this. I opened the thread hoping to see some nice present like a tool or piece of equipment.
  164. crashz

    Trouble with Case W14B Air/Hydraulics

    You have air brakes and an air parking brake. Where is the parking brake canister? These usually have a air diaphragm and BIG spring. These can go bad/break/ rot. Be careful cause those springs are big and under compression. If the canister is compromised, it can fly out and injure you. If the...
  165. crashz

    Underground tank leak

    Right, the "runny concrete" is a Controlled Density Fill or Flow Fill. Once cured, it is an excavatable material that provides structural integrity as equivalent to stiff compacted earth fill. As Moss mentioned, the tanker was located in a an alley with heavy truck traffic. The soil there was...
  166. crashz

    Underground tank leak

    As Rock mentioned, cost of concrete is one item, practicality is another. And moreover, the production of portland cement is not very environmentally friendly either. As Moss said, liquid oil will not only saturate a column of soil, but will spread when it reaches groundwater. It will also...
  167. crashz

    Share Pics of People Hauling or Towing Something Wrong

    When hauling long boards or pipe, I try to strap everything down with one or more straps and at least one strap wrapped around the objects. By "choking" the boards, there is less likely of any one board sliding out.
  168. crashz

    I was snookered!

    I was the subject of a scam last year that really freaked me out. They found out just enough information to scare the crap out of me. I believe they got the info (public) from the FMSCA website as I have a USDOT number. I used to think that people could not be dumb enough to fall for this...
  169. crashz

    Who Makes Their Own Hoses?

    I've used the mobile hose repair trucks in the past and it works well. Not cheap, but not an everyday situation either. Unless you invest in a huge stock of fittings and hoses, what is the likelihood of having the correct parts on-hand?
  170. crashz

    Painting The INSIDE Of A Steel Building

    Cool Shop! It seems tight and dry, doubtful if the rust will get worse unless you have a leak. If you intend on making the mezzanine a man-cave space, a coat of paint would define it a bit better. Been thinking about painting the walls in my garage to reflect the light better. Yours seems...
  171. crashz

    The next guy that claims "green (or orange) paint doubles the price"

    I did notice the Fendt states "the world's finest" and not world's largest. I like that. :)
  172. crashz

    The next guy that claims "green (or orange) paint doubles the price"

    Sonilika and Escorts are surprising and new to me. But the top five manufactures claim to the be the world's largest. Who to believe?
  173. crashz

    The next guy that claims "green (or orange) paint doubles the price"

    Shenandoah brings up a great point. Pricing and dealership support are very much affected by region. I've mentioned it in the past, and will bring it up again: when I bought, the price difference was marginal among all brands local to me. To define that, marginal was less than $2,000.00. Hardly...
  174. crashz

    UTV - Trying to Decide

    Yes - the Cats are built by Textron who owns Artic Cat. The front differential actually has Artic Cat and their logo embossed on the case. I'm pretty sure the only Cat specific item on the whole rig is the key switch!
  175. crashz

    UTV - Trying to Decide

    Picture of the Cat as requested! This was before we cleaned it up and gave it to my Dad. It was brand new last year, and has about 250 hours on it now. 724935
  176. crashz

    UTV - Trying to Decide

    Exactly a year ago, I bought my father a Cat UTV. I had rented it on a jobsite, it was brand new then and after the job was offered it at a very good price by the Cat Dealer. It really is pretty awesome. Goes way faster than I'm comfortable with, has a nice heavy built bed, 4x4 with electronic...
  177. crashz

    Tractor Insurance

    That's strange about KATC. I was able to continue coverage (had it while the machine was financed) after I paid it off. They haven't mentioned that there could be a time limit and I'm paying the same as before, but in one year installments instead of monthly. Maybe they won't offer a new policy...
  178. crashz

    Metal Thickness?

    Oh - one more thing: I think you are looking a the big components to cost this out, but you may get buried in the small stuff. Pins, bushings, hoses, valves, down to the lowly grease fittings. You'll need space to lay out the parts, make jigs to square them up and then drill/bore pin locations...
  179. crashz

    Metal Thickness?

    Heck Northern Tool sells a nice little mini - excavator. Brand new for $18K. I'm all for the "Build it yourself" mentality. There was a member here from Eastern Europe that built a curved boom backhoe and started (I don't know if he finished) an excavator. Both rivalled the best you can find on...
  180. crashz

    New (used) IH 7500 Dump Truck purchase, modification & fix up

    A transfer case cooler huh? Never saw anything like that before. Are you sand-blasting the frame? A method of getting the heavy scale from the double frame is beat the heck out of the top and bottom flanges with a sledge hammer. Then get a fluid fillm like oil in there to creep in and stop the rust.
  181. crashz

    Is the Kubota L2501 the largest 25 hp, non regen tractor?

    I don't know what the brands have these days to compare with the L2501, but can tell you some of my experience: 1) The L2501 is not overly underpowered unless you are running HP sapping implements. A rotary cutter is one of them. In this case I bet the L3301 is a bit underpowered too. I would...
  182. crashz

    Share Pics of People Hauling or Towing Something Wrong

    True, but a low load can be wrapped. Just need enough strap to do so. The Home Depot Heros always piss me off leaving the parking lot with nothing holding their purchases.
  183. crashz

    Favorite Subcompact Color? 😁

    I think people that don't see the value in a SCUT are trying to picture using it on their property and for their purposes. What they don't see is the immeasurable capability over a riding lawn mower and a shovel. If you have a 1-3 acre spot, these can do a lot of work. I think if I were to only...
  184. crashz

    Not that I need an other project...BUT!

    I like stuff like this, so yeah, you should get it and try to fix it.
  185. crashz

    Harbor Freight Tools that don't suck

    I generally hate most HF tools, but the 4 ton Daytona jack is very well built and works well. Not a problem lifting the front or rear axle on my F450.
  186. crashz

    Need advice on buying best value on small loader/backhoe

    jwilliams - I think you'd be best served by a used industrial TLB as others have mentioned. A 37hp tractor of any brand will not be a significant increase in productivity over the JD you have now, yet a Case 580 (or Ford, or Cat) will be. You must know somebody who can help you look at used...
  187. crashz

    Anyone have vacation rental experience/advice?

    My friend bought a new cabin last year in Maine. Built to their spec as a sledding spot for themselves and vacation rental spot for the summer and fall. They furnished it nicely, set up a cleaning person and maintenance person, and rented it out through Airbnb. I work with him so I was getting...
  188. crashz

    Artemis launch

    Things like the NASA make me proud of our country.
  189. crashz

    BR 800 C-E MAGNUM reviews

    Aah! Thanks Arly, that explains it. Mine has a conventional pull cord in the back, right above the little foot. I like yours better. Makes for less swinging onto and off of your shoulders. Mine also does not have a waist belt. Its not that heavy, but after 6 hours or so, I feel it in my shoulders.
  190. crashz

    BR 800 C-E MAGNUM reviews

    I have the BR800X. Love it! Bought it a couple of years ago and its been flawless. It really is that powerful that you need to brace yourself. Question for you guys, the "C" model starts how? Mine is a pull start, so you have to start it on the ground and swing it over your shoulder. Which...
  191. crashz

    Rear blade chatter when moving snow/slush?

    That's what I was going to say as well. Change you attache angle of the blade. Sometimes it helps to pitch it forward (more aggressive down force) others up and back. BTW - nice looking setup. I'm jealous!
  192. crashz

    Bought new pickup should I get it undercoated ?

    If you are careful, plowing snow won't hurt a truck much. If the truck is used as a bulldozer, it will die an early death. But the corrosion from the de-icing materials is really what kills the trucks.
  193. crashz

    2022 L3302

    Like LD, I have a lot of seat time in backhoes and excavators. None on little tractors. Sweeping soil is not a strong function because of the incredible mechanical disadvantage. I leveled some 3/4" loose stone with a brand new Cat 323 just a few weeks ago and it struggled smoothing a pile that...
  194. crashz

    Dealing with general contractor on home renovation/additions

    OP - have you had regular conversations with this guy? Have you told him that you want him to start earlier and end the day later? At least until the additions are weather-tight? Like other have said, you need to keep communicating with this guy. Maybe he does great work, but he's just too...
  195. crashz

    DIY Pond?

    1st, nice work and must have been a fun project! 2nd, nicely documented here. I hadn't seen this until now, but very well done. Looking forward to the house build!
  196. crashz

    new ranger review?

    Arly is that a snow packer on the trailer? Are you already preparing the ski trails?
  197. crashz

    Recommendations on trailer for hauling TYM 554 with Tacoma

    Not trying to be a smarty pants, but I'd be more comfortable hauling the tacoma with that tractor! As others mentioned, its a bigger compact tractor and you'd be safe with a 10K pound trailer. I would advise getting a longer trailer that you think you need as well. They shrink significantly. I...
  198. crashz

    Estimating center of gravity John Deere 790

    I think I'd want to know my total weight on each axle after the truck & trailer is fully packed. Find a truck scale, pull in loaded with truck and trailer and get an axle weight on each axle. Run it into the parking lot and drop the trailer. Then get axle weights on the truck only. I'd do this...
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