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  1. kwbretired

    New shop started

    Eddiewalker you can com get all the rocks you want here in north central Arkansas, they grow up here.
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    Honda Pioneers

    I test drove a 2023 pioneer 1000-6 deluxe yesterday, very impressive performance. The only negative thing l noticed was the turning radius of 18.7’. I think it will work good on my place as the trails are fairly wide. There might be one or two places where l might have to stop and back up then...
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    Is there any way to slow down 3PH?

    Does your tractor have draft control on it? If so make sure it is in the down position completely. If all the way up, it will make the 3 point very sensitive to upward adjustments.
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    Kubota KX41 revs dropping when hydraulics are activated

    Don’t some injection pumps have a screen on the inlet? Is it could be partially plugged.
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    How to adjust draft control to minimum sensitivity on Massey Ferguson 4225 tractor for attachable backhoe?

    The draft lever needs to be in the down position for minimum sensitivity. I use this feature all the time using a grader box. I just don’t understand why this is so hard for everyone to figure this out.
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    Ford 3600 rear lift all or nothing

    What position is the draft control lever in, all the way up or all the way down. It should be all the way down.
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    2011 NH Boomer 30 elec start troubleshooting

    11.6 volts sounds low to me I thought 12.3 to 12.6 would be a normal charge. How many volts is the alternator putting out?
  8. kwbretired

    Need new tracks for JD 333D

    I got a line on a used set of tracks but don’t know if they will fit my JD 333d. The numbers on my tracks are 450 - 86 - 56 and the set I’m looking at is 450 - 86 - 59. Don’t know what 56 & 59 represents. Anyone has any idea if they will fit or what the numbers represents.
  9. kwbretired

    Adding wired remote to winch - is this dumb?

    I have the same wireless remote as shown in previous pic & it works great. Battery no problem in remote, first one lasted 6 years then replaced. I do switch the remote to off when I’m not using it. Maybe why battery lasts so long.
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    Pros and cons of using an over run clutch/coupler on pto??

    When you install an overrun clutch, does the PTO shaft have to be shortened before use. To me l would think 2 or 3” would have to be taken off to keep from breaking the PTO mechanism in the tractor.
  11. kwbretired

    Need new tracks for JD 333D

    I have a 2013 John Deere skid steer that is in great need of new tracks. I live in north central Arkansas with lots of rocks. My question is what would be the best kind of tracks for this environment excluding metal tracks $$$$$.
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    IH 1300 Sickle Mower $750

    Is this still available? Can it be operated in the vertical position? Would like to be able to trim small limbs on trails.
  13. kwbretired

    Generators - Backfeeding - 120V

    On a generator panel, how do you keep the generator from back feeding to all the breakers in the house?
  14. kwbretired

    CASE 585 4wd w/ loader value/review?

    Ive owned a case 485 for 30 years. Have had very little probems over ther years, very reliable. Mice have had their way with the wiring. None of my gauges work either. I just can’t kill this thing, it has way more than it was designed for and just keeps on going. It’s not a loader tractor and it...
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    Replacing Water Pump on Case 495

    I have a case 485 which l replaced the water pump two or three years ago. I didn’t have to remove radiator.
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    Can't disconect my Quick Conect Coupler Loader 1520

    Are these couplers designed to pull apart if hose catches on something? On my couplers l have to push in then jerk outwards to disconnect.
  17. kwbretired

    M59 hydraulic tube replacement

    Is there any way to cut the bad section out and replace with SS tubing using compression fittings?
  18. kwbretired

    Dash Issue?

    Mrsig, your posts are hard to read with the small font & the green color. Just letting you know.
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    Cheap FEL cylinders keep bending

    I have a question. Is there any reason the fel on a tractor can’t be designed like the case 580 backhoe where the cylinders are completely sucked in with the bucket rolled all the wat down. No way to bend cylinder with this design. I tried to load a pic of what I was talking about but don’t know...
  20. kwbretired

    JD 5425 Operators Manual

    Joe deer, where can l get a service & parts manual. I’ve had them ordered from the dealer for 6 months.
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    Anyone out there with chains on rear wheels of Workmaster 35/40?

    What happens in summer months, do you remove the studs or leave installed? Can you ride/drive on blacktop?
  22. kwbretired

    Backhoe KB KB2485 Backhoe Controls

    Can you heat the lever & bend it to where it doesn’t contact the other lever? I’ve seen in the past where someone has done this to correct an issue.
  23. kwbretired

    Going to build a southern oriented house

    What about double walling the exterior walls for better noise reduction and insulation. Build wall with two 2x4 stud walls with the studs offset from each other. The top plate can be a 2x10 which would give you a two inch space between the walls. I have not seen this done but seems like a good...
  24. kwbretired

    Buying Advice Looking for a tractor

    Jeff, l don’t agree with your price for a 70 HP tractor at 70,000 unless you are talking about new. I bought a JD 5425, 81 HP tractor, cab, loader for $39900 about 3 months age with 1954 hours.
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    Intimidator side ×side anyone own one

    I own a 2014 intimidator diesel. Haven’t had any issues at all with it. I use it mainly to get around on the land l hunt on. Rides great but doesn’t go very fast, around 30 mph.
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    Any 3 pt. hitch set of harrows sale in Ga.?

    Look on Facebook Market Place & you should be able to find a large selection of used disk harrows. May have to travel a little though.
  27. kwbretired

    10 ft disk

    I pull a 10’ disk with a Case 485 just fine. I’ve now got a JD 5425 (81 HP) that I’ll use to pull it with now.
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    John Deere 333D Skid Steer Bent SSQA

    I finally got the quick attach back from the machinist repaired. He was able to straighten and reweld. So now l have a spare incase l bend the new one. I did it once so l figure l can do it again. [emoji1]
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    Massey Ferguson GC 2300 bent steering box brackets :(

    I have a question, when adjusting the steering lock bolts do you have to take into account for when the front axle pivits to max angle ( tire rubbing against frame). Seem I’ve read this somewhere.
  30. kwbretired

    Thoughts on Pricing - Selling my L3901

    I live in Arkansas & just bought a 2005 JD 5425 in Missouri from a JD dealer & was not charged taxes. They deliverd it to me in Arkansas.
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    John Deere 333D Skid Steer Bent SSQA

    I wound up bringing the machine to John Deere for them to repair but was told 3 weeks to get back. Couldn’t wait 3 weeks so got the mechanic to show me how to get it off. He suggested to heat the arm where the pin goes through then drive the pin out to the inside. Brought it back to the barn...
  32. kwbretired

    2004 TC35 instrument cluster

    Is thar the tach needle just above & to the left of the hours indicator or is that a reflection?
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    John Deere 333D Skid Steer Bent SSQA

    I bought the replacement part today for $1079. I haven’t figured out how to get the piece off the skid steer arms yet. I’ve got the bolts out but there is a sleeve that l think needs to be driven out but haven’t had any luck so far.
  34. kwbretired

    John Deere 333D Skid Steer Bent SSQA

    I went to use my skid steer the other day & noticed the bucket was acting strange, was moving around. I had just put the 4in1 bucket on & was plowing the dirt with the teeth to loosen up rocks to be removed. When l raised the bucket to try & see why it was moving around it fell off on one side...
  35. kwbretired

    300 lawn runs 20 mins then backfires and dies

    I would suggest checking the spark to the plug. After the engine dies, pull spark plug wire off plug insert a screw or nail in spark plug wire then hold next to plug & crank engine. You should have a blue spark jumping 3/8” to 1/2”. If you are not getting a good spark replace points & condenser...
  36. kwbretired

    Ac won’t blow at all

    Have you had issues with mice/ rodents, may have chewed wires. Check switch for power.
  37. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    Thanks. I’m hoping I’ll be able to test them out in the next few days. It’s not supposed to rain for about 7 days. We will see. I’m on vacation in Louisiana now & will be back in Arkansas tomorrow evening. Need to start picking up rocks in my yard so l can get top soil delivered & spread then...
  38. kwbretired

    2012 massey ferguson 1529 Axle fill check plug

    Looks like there is a plug below 2 in cener of axle housing. Would think that is where level should be at.
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    5425 John Deere Purchase

    Yes i also added the “D” rings for hauling. I didn’t like the way the dealer tied it down around the axle. Thanks the the compliment on the guards. The side by side in the pic is an Intimidator. They were somehow tied to Bad Boys but btoke off on their own - is what l was told. I built all the...
  40. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    I just finished adding a cab guard including risers from fron of tractor. I also modified the grill guard by extending it out about 3” so l don’t have to fold it over to open the hood. Also welded some expanded metal on the front of the grill guard & rolled under the front.
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    Tire pressure gauge for ballasted tractor tire

    Thanks tibadoe, l ordered a gauge from amazon like you recommended.
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    Sick of cheap box store riding mowers. 1500-3k budget used zero turns?

    I used to own a Scag zt which l hated. Finally sold it after about 3 years of use. I got stuck almost every time l mowed the lawn. It beat me almost to death. I went back to a JD 534 all wheel drive - great machine. I also have a JD LX188 the is still running which l bought in 1995. John Deere...
  43. kwbretired

    2013 Workmaster 35 stabilizer bar

    Sounds like you need to set up some surveillance cameras to try & catch them in the act. This type of thing can be costly & possibly get someone hurt or worse.
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    Tire pressure gauge for ballasted tractor tire

    I tried to order this gauge but they wanted 11+ dollars for shipping. No way.
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    5425 John Deere Purchase

    Thanks, l ready like it so far but haven’t been able to use it yet because it still too wet. I’m fabricating a guard around the top of the cab with risers from the front of tractor to top of cab to help deflect limbs. Ive got one support leg fabbed with 3 more to go then the risers from the...
  46. kwbretired

    Mahindra 2655 vs 3550

    Isn’t the 3550 the one that has all the emissions problems.
  47. kwbretired

    Tire pressure gauge for ballasted tractor tire

    Thanks, I’ll order one of these.
  48. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    According to the drawing you provided, it looks to be Dana. I’ll order the parts according to the drawing. Thanks. I tried to look them up but guess l need more practice. Thanks again.
  49. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    I’m looking for the ball joints for the front wheels steering & the piece that screws on the hydraulic steering cylinder. I tried to look at John Deere parts but guess l don’t know where to find it. Anyone good at finding parts can come up with part numbers. I need both sides.
  50. kwbretired

    Tire pressure gauge for ballasted tractor tire

    Could have swore the operators manual said to check with the valve srem towards the bottom. I’ll have to go back & read it again. Ood to know that a regular gauge will work.
  51. kwbretired

    1025R Front End Loader not going up all the way?

    I would have thought it wood have been measured to the pins but don’t know for sure.
  52. kwbretired

    Tire pressure gauge for ballasted tractor tire

    What would be a good tire gauge to buy to check pressure in ballasted tires. I heard a regular gauge won’t work at for long.
  53. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    Zebra5, l thought l did pull up on pin #16but wasn’t able to slide it out. In reading the operating manual, says to push pit to the inside of tractor then slid out. Haven’t tried this yet won’t be back to the barn until Monday. That is very nice setup on all the loader hoses on one coupler. Did...
  54. kwbretired

    5425 John Deere Purchase

    That’s one of the many things I’m going to have to learn, this is my first loader tractor. Need to figoure out how to slide out the 3 point extensions. On side is missing some parts. Dealership said they will ship me the parts to fix it. They are also getting me the service/technical manual...
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    5425 John Deere Purchase

    Just got delivered today. Now just need for it to dry up.
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    John Deere 2955

    I went looked at the Agco Allis the other day & it was in terrible shape, definitely mislead e in the description. I since found a 2005 John Deere 5425 4x4 with loader with around 2200 actual hours. It is in excellent condition. The dealer gave me the name & phone number of the original owner...
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    5425 John Deere Purchase

    I just signed papers for a 2005 John Deere 5425 4x4 with a loader with 2200 hours yesterday. Its in excellent condition. This will be the last tractor l buy hopefully at least according to my wife. 🤪. Should be deliverd this Thursday or Friday. Only problem it too wet to do much of anything...
  58. kwbretired

    New House Build in WA

    What span are those attic space trusses? I do like the design myself.
  59. kwbretired

    Hauling Two 3,000 gallons water storage tanks

    Mossyroad has the most logical idea to unload the tanks in post 13.
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    John Deere 2955

    I don’t know anything about a Agco Allis, are they a good brand???
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    John Deere 2955

    Thanks. I’m going to look at a M9540 & an Agco Allis 8765 some time this week. Both have less than 3000 hours.
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    John Deere 2955

    Thanks for all the replies, l passed on the trade as the 2955 was not in as good of shape as advertised. It wouldn’t stay in 4th & 8th gears without popping out. He said the rear of the cab needed to be shimmed to fix. I didn’t bite. So on with my search for around an 80 HP PTO tractor not...
  63. kwbretired

    My Industrial Cabin Build

    I thought propane/natural gas had to be ran inside of house using black iron pipe. Didnt realize you could use pex.
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    John Deere 2955

    Thanks, l don’t know wher my mind was this morning. I’m going tomorrow to look at the 2955. I already know it needs an interior update for the cab - hope they are still available. It’s supposed to only have about 4700 original hours on it. John Deere has already been completely through the...
  65. kwbretired

    John Deere 2955

    What is the name of the web site that tractor data is available out of Nebraska. My mind won’t work this morning. Im fixing to trade for a John Deere 2955 & l wanted to check the specs.
  66. kwbretired

    Bobcat Tractor Model 445

    Sounds like the fuel filter is plugging up.
  67. kwbretired

    Dk50se disc size

    Have a 45 PTO HP case 485 & I’m pulling a 10’ case international model 37 disk with no problem. I’m having my rear tires filled with liquid ballast now. That should help a lot.
  68. kwbretired

    1975 MF 255 - Where to post for sale

    You can list in Facebook Market Place. That’s a very good place to sell anything.
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    New kubota tractor advice

    You could use a stump bucket for digging up rocks & stumps which they are designed for. Grapple lids are also available for the stump bucket. They are sold by several manufacturers, Quick Attached, Everything Attachments, etc.
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    Purchasing a New UTV

    Who sells them & about how much do they coes?
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    Brillion Cultipacker rebuild

    Well I finally got my Cultipacker put back together, new bearings installed.
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    Brillion Cultipacker rebuild

    Got everything painted & new bolts. Waiting on new bearings to come in in a few days. Had to bring bearing hubs to a local machine shop to get the old bearings out.
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    Brillion Cultipacker rebuild

    I just bought an eight foot Brillion cultipacker & got it home today. After closer inspection l think lhave a bad bearing or maybe two. It’s also possible one wheel is missing. I’ll start disassembling tomorrow to see where l stand. It’s understandable that bearings are bad as its very old. I...
  74. kwbretired

    New to me a used skid steer advice

    I’m fixing to buy two attachments in a couple of weeks & I need to know what quick connect hitch l have. This is the first machine I’ve owned with this type of hitch. I’ve attached some pics to show what l have. Can you identify what type of hitch is on my John Deere skid steer?
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    New to me a used skid steer advice

    I have been researching used skid steers for use at my house and farm. Requirements: < 1500 hours, enclosed cab, tracked machine, self leveling bucket, 10,000 weight. I’ve been looking on craigs list in surrounding states, MachineryTrader, Equipment Trader. Budget around $35,000. What are...
  76. kwbretired

    2014 Intimidator 1000 diesel

    Was wondering if some one could lend some help to figure out why the electric radiator fon will not stop running. I had to unplug it to stop it. Is there a temperature sensor somewhere on the engine that possibly failed ????
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    580M Backhoe Stabilizer issues

    I have a 2002 580M Backhoe that blew the seals on both stabilizers. I've been working for several days now trying to get the pins out so I can bring the cylinders to be rebuilt but nothing seem to be working. I've tried beating, heating, soaking with PB Blaster. Any insite in how to get these...
  78. kwbretired

    Backhoe  Backhoe won't move

    Well I found a new problem with my Case 580M backhoe, it won't move. Hydraulics work on the front end loader and the backhoe just no forward or reverse. It backed up about 20 feet then when I tried to go forward it wouldn't go anywhere. Had to use the backhoe to push it back under the shed and...
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    Backhoe  Case 580M backhoe won't start

    Have spent several hours trying to get my backhoe to start or oven turnover, it's about a 2002 year model I have installed a new battery, cleaned all the connections positive and ground. Managed to ring off one bolt on the starter while trying to get the ground loose to where I could clean it...
  80. kwbretired

    Intimidator, 1000 cc Diesel

    I have finally finished installing the guards all the way around the side by side. I think it turned out well, should protect the plastic very well.
  81. kwbretired

    Metal Building

    I'm thinking about buying a pre-engineered metal building, about 30×50. I got a price on a 30×48 building from Olympic Metal Buildings. This building was ordered then the buyer didn't take it. It listed for $15,500 but they will sell it to me for $11,500 including shipping to Arkansas, & no...
  82. kwbretired

    Scag vs Bad Boy

    I had a Turf Tiger Scag, 56" cut for about 3 years then sold it. It would beat me to death & the dust would just cover you blowing up in front of you. If you have to mow on a side of a hill, things get lively as the back end would slide down & you would be mowing at an angle. If you have a...
  83. kwbretired

    Intimidator, 1000 cc Diesel

    I finished building the rear bumper for my Intimidator this weekend. I'll attach some pic's. I'll start on the rubrails/fender guards in a couple of weeks.
  84. kwbretired

    Intimidator, 1000 cc Diesel

    Poorplowboy, I attached pic of the clutch assembly from the Intimidator parts manual. Is this what you wanted to see?
  85. kwbretired

    Intimidator, 1000 cc Diesel

    Hope this works, trying to post pictures of my Intimidator.
  86. kwbretired

    Intimidator, 1000 cc Diesel

    Just bought a 2014 1000 cc diesel Intimidator, picked it up last Tuesday. I've only had time to ride it for about 10 minutes. One of the accessories I got for it was a basket that mounts on roll bars above the dump bed. The dealer mounted it way out from level, looked bad so I'm in the...
  87. kwbretired

    Gator 855D

    I'm thinking about purchasing a 2014 JD Gator 855D. Have lots of woods, hills, & rocks where my property is located. Trying to figure out if this is the right machine for me. Will be using it to work around the place & recreation. Still trying to decide about what options to have installed...
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