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I am a big fan of body-on-frame SUVs, that is one of the reasons I bought a Land Cruiser. I like the ride and the sturdiness of the construction. My wife has a RAV4 and loves it, but it is just a bit too car-like for me.

https://1up-usa.com/product/super-duty If you are wanting a NICE hitch mount that will easily carry E-bikes, this may interest you. We bought one a while back, and it is a high-quality locking rack. Also, always check with your insurance and make sure your e-bike is covered under your...

I emailed them about their "book" settings. I explained they were highly inaccurate and not easy to duplicate due to many factors. They responded that they needed to remove them from the book and that they were incorrect. They recommended setting it loosely and tightening it until it normally...

A lot depends on the type of off-road driving you do. Some stick to logging roads, and others are trying to take the trail less traveled or rock crawling. Both require different setups. The Bronco is fine for bad on-road conditions and light off-road. Don’t think you want to hit Black...

I made a small metal wedge in the past and drove it in to spread it a bit. Put it on, pop wedge back out and your good to go.

Nice - congrats on your new vehicle.

I think you will really like it, for the price I think it is great. Let us know what you think of the camera when it arrives and you get to try it out.

I wear a chainsaw safety helmet (with the face shield) when I use ours. Now and then a chunk has flown up and hit me. Not often, but I don’t want to catch a piece in the eye....

It is always nice to have a car/SUV you actually look forward to driving! Enjoy.

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It is good you did. Everyone got it figured out, and this most likely prevented others from ordering and having an issue!

https://mechmaxx.com/products/mechmaxx-24-cutting-wheel-stump-grinder-for-tractor-3pt-hitch-540-rpm-pto Here is the REAL site. "there's no readily available information to confirm the existence or legitimacy of a website specifically at "mechmax usa.com". The following information is based...

I agree. I also have pins in the 3pt adjustors, and it really has not been a problem. Once you sort of learn how big of a bite to take and the depth, it just sits there and chips the stump without any drama.

It really does work great for the price and it’s a good attachment to have. We had a oak that was close to 40" that we removed with it the other evening. It was not a big deal and really did not take very long. I also noticed the price is back down if anyone is looking for one. I guess those...

My understanding is that they don't put turn signals on due to DOT requirements (SxS are not 50-state legal). (SxS are not 50 state legal, no crash tests, etc) Would be nice if they offered a factory kit that was prewired.

I remember him; he was the Ford guy that towed a lot.

Interesting - thank you. I never dealt with importing so I no nothing about it.

I figure you will be fine. The question I have is how are the tariffs figured - is it the retail you paid (I don’t think so) or the wholesale value, which is maybe around $500, a big difference in the overall cost.

I honestly was referring to the normal Kubota's, Deers, and similar-style compact tractors and transmissions.

Never said it could not be done, but a lot more difficult. Without a hydro swing, you are stuck controlling the cut with the transmission. I ground a 45" oak out today and had to go up and over it at odd angles and without a hydro, it would be a real challenge. Some spots it would be taking a...

Agreed - it woul be VERY difficult to use with a no hydro because that controls your cut

I used my Mechmaxx last night to grind out a 31" oak stump, and two 6" ones - worked great, no complaints at all.

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I will give them credit, there is NO slop in the fitting. Lol

I just got a thick blade (old) screw driver and drove it in spreading the gap slightly wider. Then just tapped it on with a dead blow hammer

Ended up buying one. We are really pleased with it. Took it on a trip last week and got 24mph so not too bad for a 5100lb vehicle that is shaped like a brick.

Thank you for letting us know. RIP Bird

Yep - the 520 is the same. If you have pressure, it is hard to shift. Overall, I really like the machine, and it is perfect for working in tight areas.

There are some nice-looking older Toyotas. It is a shame they don’t make them any longer. They were not fast or powerful but simple and reliable.

So far that motor in other vehicles seems to be doing very well so hopefully it continues that for the long term. I do find it amazing that they are pulling 326hp and and 465 lb ft of torque out of that motor with the hybrid system. It is less HP than the old v8s but higher torque with better...

Is anyone driving, buying, wanting, or following the "new" 250 series Toyota Land Cruisers? Not excatly cheap but some interesting tech and solid Japenesse build. I like the fact you dont have to buy a highly optioned up model but if you want that is also available. It would be nice if you...

I ended up getting the 3/8th and think it will be fine. I really don't mind the 15lb-20lb chain because I dont have to carry it very far. I am putting roads on the property so I can get decently close to most stuff and not have to carry it too far.

The DK50SE is 49hp at the engine and the PTO is far less so you are good to go. The MechMaxx is rated for 45hp at the PTO so are well within that. Kioti DK50SE Power Engine (gross) 49 hp 36.5 kW PTO (claimed) 37.5 hp (cab) 28.0 kW 35.5 hp (ROPS) 26.5 kW

Fair enough, point taken. I was concerned the winch is 10K and the checker are only rated at 6600 under ½”

Some of the Polaris models used to freewheel below a certain speed so the “trick” was to touch the gas to keep the RPMs up and keep the engine brake engaged.

Dumb follow up question - with 1/2 chain what hook size do I need? 1/2 inch or do I need to drop a size to get the pin though the link? Thanks

Thanks for the link - I will check that out. We have a ton of chains so making some would not be a big deal at all.

Excellent information. After the storms pass I am going to check out a few local places for chain chockers since they sound the best for my situation.

If you are mainly working on your property, and have a charging system nearby, an EV can work. Charge it at lunch/supper/breaks if range is an issue. Last night in the snowstorm we did a 45 mile ride. For us, an EV won't really work for our main machine, as this is normal for us. Now our...

The idea of painting the cable is genius! I am going to do that!

Thank you for sharing this valuable information. In my specific case, I believe chains will be the most suitable option. The winch is designed to store and utilize them for multiple pulls. This thread has become a great resource of information!

884674,884726 We have the RTV 520 - SOLID little machine. Is it slow, yes. Does it have a great suspension, Nope. It is a great little machien for around the house, fits everywhere, decent on fuel, built more like a tank than a SxS, in low will throw you into the windshield it you suddenly...

Thanks all. I been winching for 35 years with Jeeps/Atvs/trucks but the logging winch is all new and a different animal so the info is super helpful. I will go slow for sure! Gussing no one throws a towel or blanket on the line for these since you can stay well to the side? Do you all find...

After spending the day looking at, calling places, compairing specs, and talking to reps...... Im going with Tajfun EGV 45A (10K). It seems extreemly well made, more powerful than I really need, and a decent price. I wont take delivery until late February due to waiting at the ports but I am...

Thanks. I plan on pulling 1 tree at a time as this is clean up and not running a logging operation. Do you find a 7k unit is large enough?

That is where I am hung up - Uniforest, Wallensein, and Tajfun all look solid and should easily do everything I need. Is the Wallenstein worth some extra, maybe $750? I’m not really sure. I mainly care if I can get parts in the future if needed, as they all seem to hold their value really well...

THANKS. I did find a Hudson dealer in driving distance and will get ahold of him tomorrow. I found a Wallenstein that is also nice but a bit more. Not really sure if one is better than the other, it seesm they both are very well made.

Rumwrks - Thank you for your help!

Thanks! I like the Uniforest but the dealers that are close (2+hr) seem to be more into sawmills and the one I called said they could get them but shipping would mostly be 700-800 then I have a 5hr round trip to get it. Ugh I figure I will keep looking used and hoping for the best. If that...

Lol - thanks for the info guys. It is appreciated. Good info on pull downed trees, I do perfer not to deal with a birds nest! Ha I looked more at the Tajfun but it seems NO one around stocks them. Heck no one around here stocks anything. One can order a Wallenstein but the shipping and...

Great info, thank you. I agree the lower pully is really nice. The one advantage I have is we have a LOT of trees to keep a log from rolling very far, most places 10' would be the average. The idea that a smaller winch will work is a good point. A neighbor is looking at a dozer with a...

Maybe a new thread would be good for that - I would think others are looking for plows and it would show up in a search.

I have been looking for a 3pt logging winch (6min -10k max) to clean up 15-20 acres of rather hilly WV land, heck, some of it is very steep. I know it is something I will use a bunch all this year then only occasionally in future years. I realize they are expensive but the safety it affords in...

Recently the battery went bad on our Kubota KX91 mini-X. I replaced it and now noticed my display no longer shows the hrs/fuel/etc. All it says is "KX91-3. AI" I tried the display button but no luck. I noticed if I shut off the mini and hold the display button the hrs and fuel show up but...

Yep, most lightbars are illegal and never meet DOT specs. Front fog lamps are NOT auxiliiary lights and are NOT high beams (They are listed under the same subsection but definded differently in the CFR.). Fog lamps cut through mist, fog, rain as they are mounted lower down than headlights in...

If fog lights are installed properly they should not blind anyone.

The hardcoat poly holds up pretty well. Just make sure you drentch them with water, let it sit a minute, then soak it again before cleaning it. You want to soften all the dirt and rince as much as possible away before wiping it with anything.

I have been looking at the MechMaxx stump grinders and was wondering if anyone had any additional reviews they would like to share?

For around $300ish you are better off buying on and just installing it.

The wife and I were riding this weekend. It was about 50 on the mountain with a lot of wind. Didn't have a clue how chilly it was until we stopped and got out of the Defender to walk around a bit. The cab is a huge plus in my opinion. Met some others in a sports machine, and they were about...

Great info - thank you all for the help and the video.

Thanks, everyone - I will check for oil when I get the new parts and go to install them. They do offer a replacement diaphragm, but it was north of $300, which seems insanely expensive for what it is. It sounds like the Amazon one should work since it is the same company and model. That is...

I do have the install manual and believe it gives the specs for pressure so I certainly can find out. It has always been a little slow to start so maybe there is a pressure issue, so checking everything from the tank to the generator is a good idea and something we will do. I just ordered a...

Thank you. The tank is a 500 gallon and is sitting at 60% currently. The 2nd company that stopped said the piping is sized correctly and it did seem to work fine for about 8 years. I will call the propane supplier and see if I can get them to check the pressure, that is a great idea. I...

I have a 8 year old 20 KW Briggs whole home generator with a Vanguard 993 motor, and we have been having some issues with it starting. It will start, but it either takes a rather long crank or 2 tries. You can also get a whiff of propane while it tries to start. We narrowed it down to needing...

Truer words may never have been spoken.... How often you see posts on SxS forums complaining that company XXX makes crap axles/suspension/etc then you see a photo, and the thing is lifted 8" running 40" mudders. Shocking it broke.....

Around here, 5k if everything is working as it should, missing Low would drop it at least $1500, but the location can cause prices to vary. Also mileage matters and can help with the sale.

I like hearing the Defenders are getting good longevity, we bought a 24 Limited and are loving it.

I have one of the Garmins (tread) on my SxS and added the wireless camera. It does work really well!!

I have the 520 and was towing a stump grinder and trailer (1500ish)around this week on our smaller hills with no problem. It is NOT fast and you have to control the throttle. If you go at a hill full bore and hold it to the floor it will pull the hill extremely slowly. If you come up to the...

JL is the newest, I think it was released in 2017. They do ride and handle a little better than the previous years.

Jeep - JK, JL YJ - models of Wranglers. We have a JK and like it but the SxS is way better on rough roads/trails.

Here are the mounts from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CD1M1V67/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 The racks just sit down in the factory "stake" pockets on the machine. They go really deep on the Kubota so by sliding them in and adding the cross brace they won't...

We run 120btu in a 30'x40' 10' high (16' at peak) and can keep the shop at 70 in pretty much any weather we get. Again, a LOT depends on insulation, wind, windows, seals, etc... Also, I know you mentioned keeping it at a lower temp but depending what you do you may want it warmer. We restored...

The first thing you want to do is get a load calculation (you could try to get a rough idea by doing one online). That will give you a decent idea of what you need for your shop at your location. This varies a lot due to location, insulation, # of windows, the direction the structure sits...

Here is a decent breakdown from HiBoys site: Class 1 Ebike Class 2 Ebike Class 3 Ebike Pedal Assistance Yes Yes Yes Throttle No Yes No Maximum Assist Speed 20MPH 20MPH 28MPH

After I retired I started working for a local HVAC contractor. We have radiant tube heaters in the main shop (60x100') and it works great! I have a propane forced air unit in my 30x40' shop and I have been thinking hard about adding a radiant tube heater to my shop. I also know his heating...

Mine does it also, mostly when I pickup a pick of gravel or stone in the track. It is a noticeable pop!

"Then they all think they are a rally driver on day one." - that is the truth. Im in WV where SxS. ATVs are a normal form of transportation. We have people coming here from all around the country to ride the trails (Hatfield and McCoy). The problem is there are also a fair amount of...

Agreed, they work perfectly. I have two more left so I want to work on some more rack accessories this winter. Just makes the SxS even more handy.

They are handy - wish I could find a cheap source for them!

Your welcome. Just shoot me a message if you need anything

Had it in the house garage and snapped a few photos. The headache rack is OEM Kubota but the rest is stuff I cobbled together or reused from other machines and such. The orange things on the side are tool holders and work really well for racks, shovels, etc. Hope it helps.

Why do some in this thread keep harping about how people pay for something and if it is financed? If someone wants to finance that's not always a bad thing. Many of us understand that sometimes financing allows us to invest the money in a way that provides a higher return than the financing...

How about a gantry or Jib crane? Not the best photo but behind the tractor you can see it. Can use it anywhere on the shop floor, or wheel it over by the bench, lift something and then roll it over the bench and sit it down. I also have a smaller 3x4' steel bench on wheels that I use for...

I looked at the 800 series but they don't have the wheel travel, have smaller tires, and are missing the true front lockers, etc, compared to the Defender HD10 limited or the Polaris models. They are still good vehicles, but 30 less HP and the other missing features limited them as a trail...

I just made them one afternoon. The bed will dump the same as normal and they will stay attached but you can take the top bar off (toolless screw on each side) and they will lift right off. They are made with 1"x1" steel ⅛" square tube steel and have sets of tool holders on the side. I can...

The person that made the Defender look like a J.D. did a good job! Its pretty sharp!

I took it he meant a JD that was closer in performance to the Can-Am Defender. The JD is nice but not really a trail machine. The CanAm is a great worker but an even better off-road touring machine. About 30hp more, 50% more wheel travel, and top-notch lockers.

Have a headache rack on both my machines. Well worth the money!

Watch SuperAtv they often run a 20% off sale. Also they give discounts for being members of some of the Polaris forums.

I live close to the Harfield and McCoy trailhead (about 30 miles to the one so I can ride the SxS there if I want) but never take my Jeep past the trailhead parking lot. Many of the trails here in WV are too tight for a Jeep and some state roads are too rough for a comfortable ride in the...

Nice looking country. Sounds like you had fun and that is the name of the game. We are also having all the dust issues here this year. I actually prefer having my side and front window open on the SxS but with the dust, I have been closing it up and running the A/C. If not, the dust gets on...

Enjoy your ride, be safe, and post some photos - never been on the trails up there.

We have more than our fair amount of ATV/UTV accidents due ot the number of trail systems we have and the amount of tourists coming here to ride. A LARGE number of accidents are due to alcohol and/or driving to fast. Last I heard the stats, around 80% of the accidents that caused someone to go...

I bought one from them also. My other tractor and the excavator were also both from out-of-town dealers (one was 8 hrs away) - I never needed the out-of-town dealer again. My local dealer even suggested getting my MX from Barlows as he didn't have one in stock and after he looked at what they...

It seems CF Moto is pretty well-known overseas. I noticed Iron Baltic makes some stuff for them. I have a plow, mount, and rear winch mount, all built by them and it is nice solid stuff if you are ever looking for anything. I think they are in Germany if I recall correctly...

It makes perfect sense - adapt to your environment! Plus it works and looks fine in my opinion. I believe they have moved them some over the years. I recall the dealer saying that an intake relocation kit is now standard on the 2024 limited (not sure what the difference is, however).

Nice! I think I just rolled 100 miles tonight, only had it for about two weeks. It is a nice machine, with a great ride. What is the pipe on the roof, I never saw anything similar.

All I will say is, WOW...

You are talking about two entirely different things. I would much rather be in an Oshkosh M985 than a Suburban or a F350 in an accident. They are vastly different vehicles so the comparison is as silly as a Suburban vs a smaller SUV. Just like the fact you don't commute doesn't mean...

They are not an HD pickup so the "full frame" is not really a big deal. They are a nice mid-sized SUV that gets reasonable mileage and gets people to where they need to go. We have a HD truck and it is great for some things, doing a 500-mile road trip or a daily commute to work for my wife is...

I needed to check where I have to install some drain pipes to make it easier to get the tractor through the woods. Figured it was much easier to jump in the SxS and make a loop around.

https://www.servicetitan.com/tools/hvac-load-calculator Here is an example

Look up load calculations for HVAC and run the Calc. You need a lot more info, like number of windows, directions of the windows, and most importantly the height of the garage as the volume of air matters. You need a large unit for a 16’ high 1200sq ft garage than an 8’ high garage.

Check your radiator carefully. The dust and dirt builds up in them and will really hurt the cooling. The outside sometimes looks good but the middle gets the build up. I normally flush with tap water

We had a Honda 500 when they first came out and it was a solid little machine that is ok for work and not bad for trail riding. I ended up selling it when our needs changed. This year we wanted a new small utility machine and looked at the little Kawasaki Mule but decided against it for some...

All the vehicles have different uses. My Wrangler gets me to work if the weather is bad, or takes us to dinner if we want. Our ATVs are fun trail machines when we want to cruise the the Hatfield McCoy trails for an afternoon. Our Talon is for rock crawling, and going where Jeeps would have to...

Wait, what? "Entitled" to more light. A truck/car can have 2 low beams, 2 high beams, and 2 fog lights as per DOT - that is 6 lights in total. You are saying he is acting "entitled" because he has a single-bulb headlight light and 2 fog lights. Looks like he actually may only have half of...

Thanks. I just have a mini ex (Kubota KX91 - roughly 7500lbs) machine for home use. I had under 20 hrs on it when I did my first ditching job - they all looked the same but with a lot more hrs on the machine I have gotten a lot faster/smoother. That was done with a 36" smooth bottom bucket...

Yes, very easily. I recently did a 1/4 mile of road with our mini and a 36" smooth trenching bucket. It will not take you all that long especially if you can dump it within the swing of the excavator (or in a dump trailer/truck). Here is another older sample of how I cut a shallow ditch/swell...

Thank you - I think that is basically where I ended up but it was not a smooth road. I will save your response for later reference as I am sure I will be doing something similar in the future and may not remember the exact steps. Thanks!

I am not blinding anyone during the day with a single high beam and the yellow lights only draw attention due to an unusual pattern of lighting (proven they help people judge your speed and distance better than a single light). If a driver is blinded so easily maybe they need to reconsider...

I run my high beam and a set of yellow spot beams under my main light all day every day. Anything to get people's attention. Too many people are playing with screens, ½ high, or just not paying attention!

Anyone can do that - why not spend countless hours making a part you really dont even need out of plastic on an expensive printer?? LOL I did get it to work out by using the pattern tool and laying out a 4x4 grid based on the existing hole I cut to the correct size. I posted it on Makersworld...

Thanks - I think I may have figured it out. Some of this stuff is not intuitive to me.

I was going to 3d print a die holder for the garage but am sort of stumped on how to get holes in a plate that are even. What I am trying to do is make a flat piece of plastic where they sit. I designed it so it holds 16 total dies, 4 across, 4 down. I can get the first hole (44mm wide at...

Cool trip -thanks for sharing!

"The last kitchen refrigerator "failure" was probably just a $30 cooling fan, and might have still been covered by warranty. But when it's a 10-day wait just to get a repair man out to evaluate the failure and tell you whether it's going to be covered by warranty, let alone the additional time...

Awesome, nice vehicle. Enjoy it for years to come!

Restored a 1957 Cub Low boy this past year. Great little tractor (that I will never use), but it will be fun at fairs and shows!

Impressive for stock lighting! I wish our stock RAV4 had that good of lighting! Lol

I believe it is around 1900, maybe close to 2000lbs. The frame is I beams and C channel, all filled with cement. I personally wanted close to the 3pt lift capacity so I could use the loader safely, especially when I am using the grapple and moving firewood. If I am doing firewood, I split oak...

All heavy steel and concrete - set it up for carrying saws and towing the log splitter at the same time. (MX5100 in photo)

LD1 is correct. The cab and filled tires is NOT enough. I have the MX5100 (same machine, less HP) and run a rear weight box that is around 1900-2000 lbs and I have loaded tires spread to max width. With max loader lift I can still feel a little light in the rear moving bins of Oak firewood...

So when Honda was offering .9% interest and I was making over 14% interest at the time I should have paid cash??? I guess I missed something in my financial classes... I am only mentioning this to point out that everyone has different circumstances and no one correct answer exists.

OUCH

Ouch! The prices of SxS's are getting insane. Sounds like you made a good decision and will have a good machine. If you get out riding and working at night we found a backup added to the rear is extremely handy for closing gates, to, well, backing up. Lol ENJOY the new machine!

CF Moto seems more popular overseas but certainly a decent machine for the price. We have 2 SxS's - this year I bought a little Kubota 520 RTV and love it for yard work, working our road and woods, and stuff like that. It is slow but has a lot of grunt in low for pulling stuff and working...

Yes, Sir, that is correct. This version is the same length as the standard, but with wider posts and runners. I went with the wider shorter lift since this is as large of a truck as I ever plan on buying. I also didn't want to eat up too much garage space so that is why I skipped a longer...

Here is a little better way to explain small off-roaders and how they fit. For reference, I also attached a photo of a RAM 2500 on the lift. With the aluminum inserts the lawn mower and rototiller can go across and I can change the oil on them pretty easily. It is a neat setup and seems to...

Thank you

My lift has the inserts, they are nice for pulling ATVs across, platform work, mowers, etc. Each insert is around 30 lbs so pretty easy to remove and store when not needed.

It is a decent size for sure. I have a smaller one which is good for carbs or pistol frames. The larger one will work for AR frames, and larger tractor parts. Both can easily clean the wife's jewelry and little household things. I mostly use Dawn and water for firearms and jewelry, simple...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/395160586542 I bought this one about a year ago. Works great. All stainless, has a drain and does a good job. Go as large as possible and make sure it has a heated tank.

Thank you! That is an interesting idea. I would not be against the idea of a center post. The hard part of this is I only want to do 2 trusses out of the 11 that are currently there. Just raise one small area so we have more height for a lift, maybe 18"-24" would be huge. I was thinking...

Thanks - they look like they would be easy to build and would give some clearance. When I read about trusses it seems fairly easy to modify two of the 11 without too much risk/difficulty. I certainly will overbuild them and hope to get people with more experience to weigh in. Last night I...

Here is the style I am thinking about:

Thanks. I can currently run the lift up between the door tracks (doors are 12' so got lucky there) but I am thinking that once the ceiling gets all changed out I will get the tracks that follow the ceiling and allow the door to be higher.

Our 30' deep, 40' wide shop building needs a few changes. It is all in excellent shape but I am adding a new auto lift and need a little more than the current 10' ceiling height in one bay. My thoughts is to clean up the current ceiling - remove air lines, take put the garage door opener...

I thought 38" between the rails was a pretty good gap. The majority of the stuff I need to access is in the middle so I think for my use it should be fine. I am not dropping transmissions and motors, mainly changing oil, and other maintenance items. I am also going to get a rolling bridge jack...

What make do you have and like?

Yep - unfortunately 99% are. There are a lot of quality differences in the different lifts out there and some are a LOT cheaper. It seems this company has well made products from what I can tell so far.

I was looking at the Wildfire 4 posts lift and was wondering if anyone owns one. I really like the: https://www.wildfirelifts.com/wildfire-exotic It is the right size for the garage, can side load the ATV and little RTV, and the bigger SxS and the tractor will be drive on. The exotic has a...

I currently have a smaller two post lift. I am shopping for a 4 post. The two post is fine but sometimes the arms dont really extend to where I really need them so I need to reposition the car. It is totally useless for my tractors and sometimes (often) a challenge for my side by sides and...

They both have their place. We have two ATVS, and two SxS's and they all have a function. The ATVS are a lot of fun to take out on a nice day and ride slow tight trails. Sometime we use them to run to neighbors and move little things around, maybe drag out a deer during hunting season. The...

Heck, I been following the tread and I dont even have a paved or concreted driveway. It has been very educational and informative. Nice work on the explanations, Sir.

Amazon has been great for us. We had a few vendor problems over the years and in one case they tried a return item fee that was not listed anywhere. I just chatted with Amazon and the young lady looked at everything, saw where I was credited less than I should have been, and Amazon made up the...

I would not lose any sleep over that at all. It is not going to go away, that would throw a LOT of elderly into homelessness and mass poverty. That is not a good way to get votes. With some changes it can be funded. There are still jobs out there that have pensions, and there are many ways...

You are both correct - cant take it with you

Sometime it is a good idea to get rid of them while they are still worth something and working fine. Plus the new diesels are leaps and bounds stronger and more refined than ones of 10 years ago. Good luck on your search!

I honestly cant think of a Yamaha ATV that didnt lock the rear end. There maybe one back in the day but the Griz, Kodiak, Banshee, Warrior, Raptor, Big bear were all locked up. The Yamaha Rhinos (Yamahas first entry into the SxS market had a locked rear) and I know the RMax, YXZ etc. is...

Most ATVS have a locked rear end - Ranchers, Foremans, both Kodiak models, TRX440, 400EX, Warriors, YZF450, Raptors, for example. The Sport SxS UTVs are almost all locked rears even with independent rear suspension. KRX’s, my Talon for example. If you want an unlocked rear look for something...

It seems the general consensus is the 520 has a decent increase in felt "power". I was surprised how well it did on our hills in high range. If they put a medium range on those machine it would be perfect!

Do you notice much difference between the two?

Bought the RTV yesterday. The one we got has great steering and my wife commented how easy it was to steer, no idea wha the difference was from the one we test drove but ours is great. I did not do the 0% as I was able to get another $450 off with the National Cutting Horse...

Thank everyone. Tonight we got to drive the RTV at a local dealer that has a STEEP narrow gravel hill to test on. WOW it was impressive. we went part way up in high until we spun out. Locked the diff, and 4 wheel drive, shifted to low and it walked right up the hill without any issue. We...

Thank. I drove one at the dealer today and it is VERY smooth and quiet. Seems like 20-25 is top speed for sure but that is fine as I very rarely go over 20 in the lane. Our main road is a 25mph zone but almost never see a car so that will be fine. I love our Mule Pro FXT LE but it is BIG, way...

We been looking at a Kubota RTV 520 for use around the house. It will be used to get the mail, haul stuff to and from the garden, maybe move some split wood, nothing heavy duty. We have a Talon for trail riding so speed/articulation/rock crawling is not an issue. We currently have a very...

Yep it is - Yamaha got their design investment back from those two.

I roll slow and low around the WV backroads. Thing will hit 60 for a quick jaunt down the 2 lane to more backroads near the house. Fun little bike and real cheap on fuel!

Absurd? I believe your grasp of civil proceedings may be a bit misguided. By your logic, a provider must undertake a vetting process related to every single ad and know the intent of the company supplying the ad. Following your logic, you should also file against the company that...

You do realize this is like saying AT&T is responsible for you buying something because you called the company on your AT&T phone and placed the order. If orders are not being fulfilled as agreed to, it is solely the companies responsibility.

I run one in my Jeep due to a high electrical demand (amps, winch, air compressor, lights, etc) and have had good luck with holding a charge and running all the accessories. The first one I put in died in about 2 months and gave me issues from the day it went it (acted like I had a small...

Nope. they have no obligation to check out every company and learn their financial stability before allowing ads on their platform.

The pile was a little too deep to back into.....

I got a 500i a little bit after they came out and I was able to locate one - Love the saw and it does everything I will ever need and then some. Having the fuel injection makes it easy to start and runs perfectly each and every time. Yes, they are expensive but I found it worth the premium price.

I don't mean any of this to argue with you, I may have written it wrong, I was more pointing out the errors in the rating by Jeep. The 2024 owner's manual shows the tow rating as 3500? I think Jeep got the tow rating info wrong in the brochure. My understanding is overseas (EU) they do have...

Either way, it is still rated for 3500 lbs and that was what I was pointing out. Misprint, error, overseas rating, no idea where the 5K came from but for now it its only 3500 on Jeep's official page. I have no doubt it could tow more but stopping and turning could be a bit rough in an...

The Jeeps have really low tow ratings due to the Wheelbase and braking power - I believe 3500 is the highest tow rating and only on a 4 door. I have a 285hp v6 in my 2Dr but am rated at 2000 and honestly, it is not great at 2K. I will only tow my ATV and Alum trailer with mine, anything about...

Our Mule is also flawless - that 3-cyl Chery motor is not fast but has excellent torque and is super easy to maintain. We still have the original battery in it from when we bought it in 10/2014. They are a great hunting/work machine for sure.

Use the machines to do firewood form time to time

Having the blower behind you is better, sort of cuts down on the dust. Here is pic of the one I use. The rounded part is about 3 1/2' high.

I have a 3pt leaf blower for our 50hp. Works GREAT. Can clear a few acres in no time, especially if it is fairly wide open. Look for golf courses selling off their old ones. My Stihl backpack blower is impressive on its own but next to the 3pt blower it seems like a hair dryer.

Thanks, I will check everything out that you all have mentioned. After reading what seems like 200 reviews I am sort of leaning towards the Bambu Lab P1S 3D printer due to size, being enclosed and a decent price. Now to learn how to use the programs and do the design work....

Thank you!! I was looking at the Bambu Lab P1S 3D printer and AnyCubic Kobra 2 Max as they are sort of close in price and seem more than big enough for anything I can currently think of. It is hard to find unbiased reviews (or not supported by someone who may or may not work for the...

Does anyone have a 3D printer? I been looking at them for a while and trying to figure out which is best for home/hobby use. Nothing super high speed, just something to print odds and ends and maybe do some small prototypes for storage boxes (small size). Any thoughts? Any good 3D forums for...

Often times the whole gearbox is shot and they pretty much destroyed the blade. If I can just get it off we are replacing the box, blade, etc so I don't care. If I avoid using a torch I have no paint damage so snapping a bolt is sometimes beneficial. The same goes for things like drawbars -...

I have the 20V Dewalt that is something like 1200ft lb for removal but if there is a bigger one I will sell mine and upgrade. I have taken a bunch of brush hog blades off with it but when I am working on old/big Iron some extra power is always welcome and in my case, worth an upgrade. It...

Let's find a deal on the new one. That will take the brush hog blades off!!

I also have a weight-safe hitch on the truck - costs a bit more but it is a VERY well-made hitch and it takes any guesswork out of loading any trailer with any items, even the first time.

The BCS is a GREAT machine for small garden operations. We have the tiller, Power Harrow, Sickle bar, a dump cart and a flail mower. All fit where it is tough to get the tractor in and all preform extremely well.

I fully admit I'm sort of short, but I thought the exact same thing!

The BCS is super handy and works great. It fits where the tractor (MX and even the BX) doesn't and the tiller is unstoppable (for a small machine). The flail will cut anything the BCS will push over and is great for cutting between tight trees along the woods line.

I have a KX91 and it has been a great machine. I only around 600 or so hrs on it using it around the house but I cant imagine not having it. It is great to run out, jump on it, and use it for 10 minutes and be able to accomplish so much instantly. We bought a brush mower for ours and if you...

Even better yet is a battery-powered saw (I use a Dewalt) - awesome for trimming odd shaped branches while chipping.

On another note - I like your building, very sharp and clean!

I can not say what newer tractors are selling for around here but the old iron is getting more in line recently. I was looking for an old Farmall Cub Lo Boy to restore and the prices were crazy (3-4k for ones that need a LOT of work, I mean just a bit better than a parts machine). Anyway, I...

Around us, the non-Kubota/Deere/MF just don't get the money used. They may be "30% less" new but often bring 50% less used. The dealers will take them for a lowball offer due to parts concerns and the fear they may not get close to what they need out of them. The other brands don't have the...

Nice looking cat, and shop! Enjoy

Also, ensure the 1- or 2-way selection valve is set to the correct position for your mower. It makes a difference in how well the mower works on your machine.

Been using the H/F impacts on mine for a good while now and never had a problem. Good thing is if one breaks take it back and get a new one...

LOL - ok since we now need lists. 09 Tacoma - put on 79K- no repairs 2012 RAV4 - put on 109K - no repairs 2016 RAV4 - put on 80K - no repairs 2016 - Tacoma work truck - 120+K of HARD miles, never had it in for a repair. 2021 RAV4 - 40K so far - took to dealer for a weird rattle around 20K -...

All I was doing was pointing out a source of info - take it or leave it I don't care. I can find all kinds of conflicting info as it depends on how the person making the list decides what "made in the USA" The point is this Toyota is basically as made in America as anything else. As for the...

I looked it up: 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro CrewMax 4X4 0-60 mph 5.7 Wow - they are really slow.... :ROFLMAO:

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/is-the-toyota-tundra-really-the-most-american-made-full-size-truck/

Looks really good!

Watch the Father's Day/Black Friday/Etc sales for some decent battery deals. Also for the buy a battery and charger and get a "free" tool offers.

The ones I see listed there are around $169 and only have 600 ft-lbs of tq. That is not even close to being in the same ballpark at the Dewalt. The Dewalt is 1400 ft-lbs of max breakaway torque. With the deal posted the Dewalt is not a whole lot more money and on a system with a TON of...

I bought one a while back and it is GREAT. I never use the air impact anymore. No reason to string the hose, charge the compressor, and later drain it when I can do all the same with the battery-powered gun. Plus I don't need to be in the shop to use it. The 20v stuff has come a LONG way and...