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They have inexpensive $100 or less for 4 replacement suspension spring assemblies on Amazon. I would say if you can get a clone/replacement for under $100 for 4, go for it. But $200 seems like a lot when the problem could be the drum bearing etc as others have indicated.

Larry, I believe the tolerances are such that a 1" bushing will fit inside a 1" bearing. I just did several projects with metal sleeves/bushings on cylinders with 3/4" 1" and 1.5" and they fit together just tine. If you have a TSC or similar close by these are $3.79 each...

HI Larry, Just go to TSC (Tractor Supply) and get a 3/4 to 1" bushing for $3 if your not doing over the road use.

Ha funny one WOIC123 - I grew up since 8 yrs old running a JD 420 with a 2 bottom plow, allis combine, a 14t baler, old hay rake and forked manure by hand - a lot of hard work. I have no regrets leaving that hard, manual farm work behind, but I do miss the smell of a plowed field, or fresh cut hay.

Ours are on a 10/12 pitch garage and south facing and they shed snow within a few hours - heavy snows they shed every 8-10". I also use a snow broom on the lower two rows to get it to shed faster. Amazon.com

Those views and privacy - looks like paradise! Awesome property Beowolf

This is the roofing co not wanting to guarantee aganst leaks which is understandable if the rack mounts are not installed correctly. However the total cost of the re-roofing and solar installation is allowable for the 30% tax credit - so if you spend 20K installing a new roof and 20K for solar...

Look at off grid systems - you will need about a 5-7 KW solar array and 14-20 KW backup battery system - probably better part of $35K unless you install yourself. You need to factor in the winter a 6-7KW array will generate 300KWH per month Dec/January in Michigan. Best case a grid tie array...

Your fortunate only 3 buckets on 5 acres - here they push up a new crop every winter so either fill and level soil around them or dig them out. What's that you are dragging - looks like a FEL bucket or is it a grading device with slots to catch rocks?

This unit is made in China 25HP 2.8 Ton Mini Excavator YANMAR Engine，Diesel For Sale| CFG-STE35SR - agrotkindustrial by Shantui who make very large dozers and excavators. Shantui also build this model for Kobelco and have other OEM relationships too. These are decent 3 ton machines with a...

To the OP why not keep the Mahindra and buy a smaller tractor for the wood lot work 25 HP with minimal electronics like the Kybota 2501 or get a lightly used 2012-13 pre emissions tractor, Having two is tter than one!

Don't use cable as bcp said, and with chain you will need a smaller 1/8" or maybe 3/16. Chain uses velocity to shred stuff vs cutting so takes more power to do the work, I'd stick with old blades and maybe try to raise the deck higher to clear rocks?

Yes - LD1 posted some very good and valid info on the mini ex size and capabiltiy vs a tractor BH. Really depends on your ground and what you are doing between the U17 to the TB216 - Both will work well and out dig the tractor BH. If you are doing this as a business get the bigger machine...

There are a number of threads on TBN on this topic, and as far as dealer cost buy it from the whole goods from Kubota - should be around $700 for the mechanical and you can add hydraulic...

Thats $7200 USD installed which is typically what they are here - also make sure if includes the subframe, For the same or less money you can get a mini excavator 1-1.2 ton - gas, or for $3K more a 2 ton with a kubota or yanmar diesel. You will get more done and better utility with a mini...

Had 6.5 acres 4 now, as we sold 2.5 acres 2 years ago to good friends to build a house. This was part of our retirement plan and wanted to pick our neighbors. It has worked out well.

Agreed - grandfather from 1900-1955 had 200 acres of woodlands and 100 tillable and did cord wood for the paper mills in the winter, and milked 30 Jerseys, bottled and delivered milk and eggs to 250-300 houses year-round. The side business was the wood business. My father took over the milk...

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You should be OK if you have pallet forks on the SSQA its 2400LBs at the bucket pins. TractorData.com Massey Ferguson 1759 tractor attachments information So it's close depending on the tote and pallet weight. Also have a good ballast on the rear!

Agree on the mulching approach - however from the pictures it looks like you could do a lot of the areas of brambles and smaller stuff with the BH leaving the trees and shrubs for the mulcher. Of course if you don't know what's out there (bigger stumps or rocks lurking in the underbrush)...

Yes the devll's in the details - my neighbor/friend is a builder did a 1.2M build last year and the architect did the same thing in BR and kitchen so this seems to happen a lot! Just frame it up and you will be fine - and I agree, a good window is worth the $ - Pella/Anderson etc. but dont...

Doc - that's a great deal on 2 Ton, Kubota diesel, Hyd cooler, dual pumps, pilot controls and thumb! Last week at auction, the Machpro 15 or 16 as it was listed with cab (2400LB machine) with Kubota engine went for $7300 plus fees, or $8300 OTD. Essentially its the same as the B&S version with...

Doc70 just curious what the offer was from Kamran - as I contacted them a while back and couldn't get them to reply. If they are selling for under $11K for the 4000LB unit with thumb delivered that would be a good deal.

Kamran and Typhon Terror XVII are the same machine- showing at 11,600 for the Typhon - I think machinery asia is the same as exavatorusa and are connected to Typhon it seems. Kamran seems more of an importer of automotive stuff. Yes the auction machines are going pretty cheap - but fees 10-15%...

Excellent news and kudos to your local dealer too. And the junk dealer really likes that part - he will likely have it to enjoy for a long time at that price!

I pick up the big ones 1" and up in early spring then thatch the yard with this the pick up the few piles with a 48: dethacher behind my cub cadet then vacuum with the trac vac During the mowing season I mulch them if they are small.

Agreed on replacing the back windows with standard units. Also, with Anderson, I found the big box stores will beat the lumber yards by a large margin especially if you get into the 400 series. Also have them quote the whole house exterior doors and windows for a better deal. Anderson are...

Yes - with enough time and effort a shovel or a 1 ton mini ex can do that :-) If you have the space maybe get a full sized TLB for 15K (JD 310, Case 580 etc.)

Level the dirt, put down some 2x4 PT sleepers with a piece of 4x8 plywood on the top and a few dollies from HD or lowes would work. Or build a dedicated platform to drop the BH and if alignment is an issue add a backup camera - they have gotten pretty inexpensive now.

Probably not a lot of demand for the part, you might want to buy two if he has both - maybe offer $150-200 for one and $300 for two? Shipping is going to be $$ and need a sturdy wood box or small pallet.

I did the similar process shown in the video two or three times - then I built a rolling dolly the BH sits on at the height above lower cradle. It's simple now - just roll the BH into position behind the tractor so the pins are above the cradle, hook up hydraulic lines, lift the BH, remove the...

Yes, typically the diesel 2 ton (3500LB) units have hyd filter and oil cooler, with pilot controls (vs mechanical). There aren't many here that have the 2 ton units, but Fredrik ordered one direct from China (for delivery early this year - but he hasn't posted results yet.

So Caleb, have you decided you are unhooking the TYM and putting the MT on the line so you can go after the bigger fish?

Yes, I think it is worth the extra weight, power and utility. I am looking for the same thing - Diesel, Hydraulic cooler, Filter, a bit heavier but also have attachments like grading bucket, and Post hole digger that are reasonably priced. My analysis was the Typhon at $11,800 with the...

Welcome to TBN Doc70 - also add your general region of the country/state helps to suggest places to look at these machines. I've been doing a similar comparison over the last few months and most of these machines are from the Shandong area of China. Some make the entire machine, others make...

That;s a good spec for the BH - you will need a 2 ton mini ex to get close. I dont understand the need to take the BH on and off at all - mine goes on in the spring and off in the fall. Unless you have a lot of 3PT implements to run? If you get the MT226 and a mini excavator that's the best...

The BH for the MT225 list it as having 2800lbs digging force with the bucket. Most of these excavators list it as KN (Kilonewtons) and 2800 lb force is 12.5 KN. The 4000LB machine will have around 14KN and the 6000LB machines around 22KN on average. if you do the correlation, a 2000LB machine is...

Having 2 tools (Tractor and mini) is better than one multi-tool but the MT with the bigger BH likely will have more digging force than the 1 ton chinese excavators. Maybe consider the slightly bigger 4000Lb units like the Typhon Terror with the diesel for around 11-12K. FREE SHIPPING 4,000 lbs...

I would give it a good cleaning, check the oil level and add some 90 WT gear oil and run it, but buy the seals and bearings now so you can replace when needed. Why not just get them from Messicks ?

They were made by Mitsubishi and as IH3444 pointed out Messicks should have the seal you are looking for - just use the diagrams on line. If its the propeller shaft seal it's this on SEAL,OIL Part # MA-08401030458

Of the 6 of them the Pro-turn ZX or the Radius S would be my choice - suspension seat and more standard equipment. You might also look at Simplicity Citation or Cobalt too - they are a Ferris with full suspension and similar $ as these.

Similar as GG - 1/2" plywood on the frame with an ammo box for chains on the back.

The floating slab design we used was a monolith floating slab (code/engineering stamped) its all one slab with thick footings 18-24" wide by 18-24" deep perimeter with a 5" floor with rebar and are all one pour for a contiguous concrete foundation. Our barn and garage have been in 24 years no...

Mulching should take the stumps to ground level. So disc up the area and seed with grass and cut regularly. If your concern is horses and holes eventually from the stumps causing issues that may be valid for pulling some of the larger stumps.

Rerod - the footer design you showed we call here in the NE a "floating slab" and I have done two of these on a barn and garage. The footer is 24" deep x 18" wide with rebar in the whole floor and in the trench tied together. It was all poured as one slab. We chose these due to ledge - and...

Back i in the 70-80s I would see these behind an IH 986/1086 size (100 HP) to go deeper than the moldboard plow the chisel would be used as a subsoiler effectively. Not sure what the best practices are today on this with all the no-till planters etc.

Sonos Playbar are around $200 on ebay and Move Gen 1 are $150 on ebay and only buy ones that offer returns - you can save a lot. I like them as they work as a system and you can set up rooms - indoor - outdoor and control them with the app

Yes - like a ball or something hitting the side of a casting. As others have suggested, raise the front axle, turn off tractor, and turn front wheels, Then start tractor with wheels up and turn L-R. It's a process of elimination at this point.

There is very limited movement in the front axle - yes the scoring is there, and could this be sanded smooth then insert some shims to tighen it up? Here's the diagram and parts list - appears the housing at $735 is the expensive part - that's why maybe a machine shop and some bushings would...

And add a trailer receiver hitch! Or finding one the right width to bolt on between the side rails? A little fabrication needed but there are a lot of different models and sizes, Trailer Hitch 29 in Steel MPN:75065

For soundbars and rear speaker(s) we went with Sonos 5 years ago and while they are a bit more $ they play well together. When we built a patio room last year i bought used Playbar and Move (portable speaker you can sit behind/near you). You can find a Sonos playbar for $200 and Sonos move...

For the price difference and 22 hours the x580 is a good deal.

Yes - did the same as you oldnslo with a JD 420 and JD 14 baler - was fine. We upgraded to a JD 1020 and JD thrower baler and wagons in the late 60's But to the OP question, yes a 45HP tractor can run a small baler - just get one that has good knotters and not rusted (test it first). About...

You can get this 12K winch for $280 or a 5K for $180 and with a 4-1 reduction I would think the 5K would be enough, but for $100 more i would just get the 12K. Then its a matter of adapting this to the frame - will likely take some mods to the pulley and mounts. 12,000 lb. Truck/SUV Winch with...

Will this be to haul logs to your mill on your property? Or to trailer logs from other sites to your mill? It looks ikke an H&H Trailer - here's a video Looks like the one you may get has a roller bed but could work too.

How about some pics of your new to you tractor! Hope it was everything you expected and more!

Thats about right - drops 2-3" an hour when operating more as it gets older and more experience. When mine was new and parked it would stay up all night - now its on the ground in 3-4 hours - it's called aging, and wear and tear.

Look also at the Ferris 2000 or Simplicity Cobalt - series with a suspension but I think the smallest deck is 52" also you can get a suspension seat makes it ride even better. Or if you want a tractor I agree with Rockcrawler the Husky with Kawasaki and fab deck is a good alternative.

You're Agria appears to be hungry for the challenge (the pulley in the front is like a mouth) for a chance to run that tiller!

So Workinonit how did your fence project go, or post some pics of how it's coming along.

Yes - 14K was the cost of materials for my 7.2KW system - the rest was wiring, installation, permits 5 year warranty and profit. Three guys did it in two days on the garage roof. So 42 hours install labor plus maybe 8 hours of permit/paperwork or 50 hours for $12K = 240/hour, a handsome profit...

If the town has signed off and the electrical is all good, here should be no reason you can't turn it on with your old meter, it just won't record the produced vs consumed usage.

Speaking of reincarnation - pallet casket! ...

Yes roughly its about $3.50 per watt. We installed 7.2 KW for $26K in Dec 2014 and broke even just under 8 years. Today it still produces 8-9000 KWH per year depending on the sun, It's been a good year so far 1070 KWH in two of the lowest production months (Jan and Feb) due to snow cover...

Buckeye - why do you think this was an "oil tank" as oil was not really in use until early 1900's? They used to build oak barrels and tanks and coat or line them with pitch for a water tank?

Horse pulling harness hardware links, as Egon indicated.

HD - it was already ID as a sickle bar mower guard post # 4 by TurfCare - and as soon as I saw it I knew what it was. Anyone who replaced knives and rivets on a sickle bar mower knows how much fun it is to pull the 7-8' knife section then grind and pound in new rivets and new blades!

There are a number of nice and lightly used (under 200 hours) Kubota's and Kiotis with backhoes, L2501 3901 and CK 26 and DK Kioti too for sale in ME and NH at the moment. Two years ago there were none, it seems some were bought and barely used during the covid era.

Costs will vary regionally - neighbor had a new drive (was prepped packed and graded so minimal work to pave) paved last fall 400' long with turnaround - total about 6500 SF with 2" base and 1" top coat $13500, or $2 PSF. If you are building a new drive, the base and prep work is most...

How about adding a center bracket on top - left and right sides with two small leaf springs with some old tire tread attached to grab the trees you are cutting? Sort of like the commercial tree shears with jaws but simpler.

ahh one of these !

Ouch that's not good and sorry to see all this damage. The cylinder should be able to be straightened but you need to watch closely as you over bend it slightly - might be worthwhile to order a seal kit now and take it to a Hyd shop as they likely do this often and have the know how. Not clear...

Here's some Agria decals not too $$ compatible stickers for AGRIA 8900-D tractors Trucks excavators construction machinery Of course you could make/paint your own too!

Looks awesome - you are very resourceful and do amzing work on what was a basket case of a machine. Really like the color combination of green and orange - looks sharp, the only thing i noted was the color of stuff sticking on left rear tire - looks like it might be smelly too :-).

Welcome to TBN! you will find a lot of good information here. Given your property is woods and maybe rocks and stumps you might want to invest in a Tractor with a loader, and grapple, and a mini Excavator combination. The mini does the stumping and ditch digging and the tractor the hauling...

Your over thinking this -shut the connecting lines between the tanks, take the breather port out of the tank you want to empty, and insert a 1" flex hose to through the window to a positive displacement pump outside. The pump outside you control with a switch or plug you pull when the 55 gal...

I restored an L175 20 years ago - was a strong tractor - where are you located Fiat? Also does yours have a loader?

Assuming the tank fill ports are plumbed together, why not isolate the fill piping to the tank you want to pump out, then use that fill pipe to pump the oil outside to a drum? You would need to put some hose on the end out side but should be pretty easy - just some 1 1/4 pipe and fittings.

Here's another one less $4 SF-101 KUBOTA STARTER

L1500 is a grey market Kubota 15 HP and parts are still available - also there are a number of discussions over on Orange Tractor too - here's a link to a starter on ebay NEW STARTER MOTOR Fits Kubota/Zennoh L1500 | eBay

Looking great - it will be in the fields in no time! How's your weather there this time of year, and what's first on the agenda for ir?

TBN IS welcome to all to provide relevant information that is of value (and opinions too), then some posts get into verbiage and use thereof. In this case USMC43, specifically to this post on mini excavators, debating features/functions that do not apply to the users of these machines does not...

LOL Hay Dude - I agree TMI!

I've got the Freeman fence Nailer doing nothing in my barn and could ship it to you. I'll send you a PM if interested. It doesn't take a lot of air - a small tank (3 Gal) of air gets about 6 posts nailed on 4' fence posts every 15' or about 100' of fence. I had it in the bucket of tractor...

If it's flat land and straight lines, it's not difficult to stretch each section up to 330' at a time. If you have hills and valleys, and corners or radiuses that becomes more challenging to get the right tension without pulling up the posts - you may need more pull points and H braces in this...

If you have an old chair or couch you don't want with foam cushions just cut strips and insert in between the two sections of roofing under the ridge. Or buy some upholstery foam and cut strips to fit between the two roof sections at the peak. My barn has the metal roof and ridge where snow...

This is the sequel and anticipation of what's to come - piece by piece - great work!

Hi Fredrik, Did you get your machine yet, or is it still in transit? Or maybe you are having fun with the new tool!

Does this 7300 come with the snowblower as a package deal? It's a bit small for a 60" blower but go slow and it will be fine, and you will need some rear weight like a scraper blade. With a flat drive, chains may not be needed. If it doesn't have a SB on it now, I would lean towards a front...

If appears you could raise the tank off the floor a few inches with bricks or a concrete pad under the tank - maybe 3" or so without redoing the piping. Also adding a 6-8" length of 1/4" brass to raise the pressure switch would be a good idea in case of water. From experience - we had the...

Agree with the others - just tie into your existing system - gravity is best and easiest, but if a longer run, install a small pump tank with 1.5 or 2" pump line to your existing tank. If you're not adding any septic load (like 3-4 more people and laundry etc( then don't worry about the field...

Caver - I saw a build recently on interior finish instead of extension jambs and trim, they drywalled extension jambs and corners, with a flat 1x sill piece. Made for a clean look and no other trim needed. May not be your style, but i can tell you it takes a lot of work and wood, painting and...

I had Uship quote (prior to bidding) a mini excavator 5'x16' 7000 Lb, for 360 mi was $1200 or $3 a loaded mile. U-ship may get you multiple bids and if you are accurate in the description, pictures and condition you will get fewer surprises and or extra fees. This is a big machine, tires are...

Typically, you cover/sheath and wrap the entire wall over the window openings, and only cut those openings when installing the windows.

I would suggest picking your window brand and sizes before you start your framing, as you need jacks, and headers and the opening a 1/2 " larger all around. Check to see if you need egress/exit windows too - I think 36x48 may qualify size wise, but you may want to go a bit taller like 36x52-54"...

There appears to be a ROW on the lower left corner of the 33 AC off My Zion Rd. Find out who owns this strip of land and then you have a saleable lot of 10 or so acres and maybe come out even. The issue is these 22 acres are landlocked and landlocked value is up to the abutters only. So either...

I concur with Sigarms, you need to dig into the details of each brand - especially for heating, the COP or HSPF (heating season performance factor). You can get COP by dividing the HSPF/3.412, which is the heat output per watt input. Where we are in NH with Oil FHW main heat, plus 7KW solar...

You do amazing work rebuilding old iron like this and its great to see your progress every day. Cant wait to see the final product, and that engine - has no smoke and for a one lunger diesel, sounds great.

Your pump should have the ejector on the front like this one. Zoeller 1 HP 463-0006 Cast Iron Convertible Jet Pump With Power Plus 56 Frame MotorDefault Title The 220-110 wiring change should be a matter of moving a few spade connections on the back of the motor.

Re-reading your post - get some new clamps and double clamp the fittings. If it doesn't change you could hit the fittings/poly pipe briefly with a torch then tighten, but getting the poly off after you heat it up will be a PIA, so remove the pipe first and if a single pipe system, take the pump...

Yander - assume single pipe into well so a shallow well or two pipe system ? Either way, a hot pump/heat build up means the ejector inside the pump is blocked. It's pushing enough water pressure to cut off the pressure switch but limited to no volume, which points to a plugged jet in pump or...

The MachPro Mini Ex have a bar welded between the drive motors. This seems like a simple add on and could add weight box on the top too. See Image # 15 https://www.rbauction.com/idp/2023-machpro-mp16-unused-mini-excavator-1-49-tons-unused?invId=14360904&id=ci&auction=los-angeles-ca-2024264

Yes some smoke is normal when under load - i just slow down a bit. I plow in high range some times and if it starts to smoke I slow down. Most of the time I am working in M as a rule and it doesnt smoke.

50:1 and mix 5 gallons a year with good 2 cycle oil for chain saws, Stihl blowers and Tanaka trimmer a gallon at a time to keep it fresh. Used to do 40:1 but 50:1 starts easier and runs cleaner.

Dig below the pitless adapter then install the drain pipe then 8-10" crushed stone for drainage to daylight downhill. You can add an heat tape around the tank tee and tank too that turns on at 34*.

Can you provide measurements from the bucket pivot point to the teeth on the BH 77 then the thumb length center of the pivot pin to end of the thumb fingers? My B21 is 19" from the center of the bucket pivot pin to the end of the bucket teeth, and the teeth spacing is 4.5". I want to ensure...

HI Bandit, Yes I am interested in the parts list to add this to my B21 - I have a modified mechanical Brotek thumb now - added 1/2" side plates and it has 1" pins now. What's been holding me back is the valving needed (adding valves to the internal stack) but with this setup it runs off the...

Are you milling the 6x6 or using PT which is 5 1/2"? Also suggest you run a 6x6 PT flat on the concrete then build up from there. You could use these brackets too Post to Beam Bracket by Simpson Strong-Tie. At the end of the day the PT 6x6 built up like "cribbing" would be the least...

Old rusty - I can see the difference now and there are 4 or 5 L12's in this auction. - :12 have hyd lines in boom and appear to be "cleaner" in execution - The QH and H12 seem to be a different mfg? Then I looked at AGT web site and there seems to be a new model out DMC-12C with new controls...

There's an auction tomorrow in NE PA Excavators For Sale | Proxibid Auctions with about 30 mini's on the block. The models seem similar but what are the differences between AGT H12, QH12 and there are no L12 models in this auction, and as far as I can see its blade width - then there are 2-3...

You could do something like this $260 https://www.amazon.com/ECOTRIC-Tuff-Tractor-Canopy-ROPS/dp/B0915NYWV8/ref=sr_1_6?crid=IYXIAKYNN2AK&keywords=tractor%2Bcanopy&qid=1703718455&sprefix=%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-6&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.17d9e15d-4e43-4581-b373-0e5c1a776d5d&th=1 Then buy some Uni-strut...

WCD, you probably have enough lessons learned during this build - maybe you should write a book - as this thread is a book unto itself. Kaleb (Clarkson Farm) seems to be doing well with his book https://www.amazon.com/World-According-Kaleb-Cooper/dp/1529424771

With the side exhaust try get a muffler wrap kit with clamps and high temp muffler tape as a first step. Then add under hood adhesive foil - cut and attach under the hood will quiet it down too. Changing the muffler would be the last thing - these insulation fixes will be less than $50.

I had 4500BF of pine cut and milled at a sawmill - got 2500BF of 13-16" S4S for flooring, and 2000 BF in 1x materials for trim also planed and kilz painted and they sitckered seasoned, planed and delivered a year later. Cost .30$ bf. 10 years ago, and still using that wood today for trim and...

Rant justified - have a similar situation - preventative CT scan ordered by Primary Care Doc - no issue - all paid for under "preventative care", but followup CT scan ordered by same doc 6 months later they want $500 copay.

Matt - well the RB 3 Ton CFG / Shantui unit went for 20,500 - went up 5 K in last 5 minutes - needless to say I didnt get it. That wasn't a bad deal - but more than I wanted to outlay 0- would have been about $25K to my door with taxes fees and shipping.

Yes there are several at different RB auctions too - seem to go from 19-25K range - but Idaho is a big bite on delivery costs to the east coast - the one in RB in MD is $1200 shipping 400 mi so not too bad.

Here's one I am bidding on a CFG STE35 a 2800KG or 3 ton machine with a Yanmar 3 Cyl diesel made by Shantui (imported by AGT) - with a QA bucket and Hyd thumb - heat no AC but it has good fit and finish on the hoses routing and overall workmanship appears good. If I can get this for under 19K...

Looks like a great solution - but isn't it in backwards - the stem should be on the outside no?

Looking at the schematic if it cranks/runs its not the 50A slow blow fuse, but there is a 10 A fuse on the circuit - likely on the main fuse board you could check, So your initial assessment of the glow relay may be accurate but also the search engine here on TBN will yield some very good...

You haven't stated what your problem is with your L48 and why you think you need to replace the relay. There are a number of L48 owners here, and others with similar engines and controls that may be able to help you. Does it not start when cold? Were are you located - state/region, so we know...

I had an L175 DT (4WD) with a loader and backhoe, and the L series loaders in the 80's vintage tractors are the same frame typically - (L175 L185 L245 tractors) but the B series B7000 B7500 is a smaller frame tractor and may not fit. On my L175 it had a front mount pump off the engine for the...

Chewwy - This is the instruction for the L48 relay replacement. Here is the link to Messicks for the dash panel Kubota L48 Parts Diagrams Here is another view of the relay location. Kubota L48 Parts Diagrams

You could but my gut feeling would be the flail will want to "push" them instead of chopping them up. Just get a set of Gator blades for your JD machines, no need for another mower. I have a Trac Vac too, and Ferris ZT with Gator Blade and windrow the leaves chopping them finer first, then...

Check Messicks here for tips on the glow plug relay replacement Kubota #16415-65600 RELAY, GLOW PLUG Installation Tips Unrated (50 minutes) After removing all the bolts and screws from the dash, don’t forget one bolt in center of housing next to fire wall and unscrew the tachometer. The dash...

Here's some 3PT forks which have pins inside you could connect a ballast box to secure it - stated lift 2000 lbs.. looks like what you need without having to rig up a SSQA setup...

Looks clean and no sapling stumps or rocks to hang up on - use one of your GT's and mow at the highest setting a few times a year would be easiest. Get mulching or gator blades - they will chop up the leaves and are good for the soil and remaining trees. I have a ratchet rake and it doesn't...

You can make an inexpensive counter weight with a 55 gallon barrel and some crushed stone some concrete and pipe and get the quick attach from HF or TSC and adapt it. Don't underestimate the 400 Lbs hanging 2' off the back (BB or rear blade) as it's further back - the thing about the barrel or...

Pictures would be great to see what you are dealing with "cuurent state" then what you want to achieve in the future, BTW a box blade is great on flatish ground - not so good on slopes - look on CL or FB marketplace for a rear blade - $5-600 is typical for a 6'

Since youre in TX I would suggest you invest in a rear scraper blade with "top and tilt" which you will need 1 or 2 sets of remote hydraulic connections in the back, Here's a video If you don't have the $ now, just get a regular "used" scraper blade 6 or 7' for now, then add the top and tilt...

Congrats on your new tractor - it's a great unit as others have stated. Also without your location its hard to suggest implements - but if you have snow get a rear blade it's also a good counter weight - get at least a 6' and if you want to grade dirt or scrape/trench a ditch, get a hydraulic...

I also installed 4 6 1/2" Dayton audio outdoor speakers $59 a pair is pretty hard to beat and sound is good for the money.

Thats an amazing roof/insulation panel 8"? You will have a tight house when done - looking good!

Do up some simple drawings of existing structure/rooms and post some examples here, then what this "addition" looks like - is it an L to the existing with roof pitch etc. Also suggest sticking to 24x36 or 28x32 or 36 length for common size rafters and floor joists and center support/columns...

Yes, that's what I use - graph paper, rule and 1/4"/foot to start and then if engineering stamps are needed you will need to spend a few $ on that. Then you can easily put a lumber / plywood and windows list together. Definitely will need to have the foundation (crawl space or basement?) in by...

Agree with 2Manyrocks, check local building codes too. I've built/been the GC on most of the buildings here and have used rough lumber for some framing, but it does have consequences such as extension jambs, and spacing for insulation etc. Suggest you start with some rough layout on graph...

These listings will give you some idea https://www.tractorhouse.com/listings/for-sale/kubota/b2620/farm-equipment But it's probably between the 22-25 range if clean and in good condition.

You got a great deal for a one owner nice machine and implements too, looks like it was stored inside. Condition and care is most important when buying these older machines.

That would be a sight to see a flaming/smoking box of leaves - can only imagine what that looked like with all that air flow. For mods to my trac-vac - replaced 6" hose with 7" hose and new flange on blower increased the airflow a lot - replaced the 1/4" mesh on top of cart with a 1/2"...

Yep - same with my trac-vac 580 and Ferris 52" zero turn - leaves blow out the front - so lower to half throttle or less and that works best for hard surfaces or bare grass areas. I had the Travvac on my cub cadet GT with 48" deck and it was fine for that lower volume of air - but the Ferris...

those loaders were stout but no cross brackets - they relied on the Tractor frame -it was one loader model for the L series L175-I275- etc, and the bigger the tractor could stress the loader.

Ferris was owned by B&S, then was sold to a venture cap firm and they make all the mowers Simplicity-Ferris-Stihl mowers. Bottom line the basic machines are good ZT - $4-7K for residential units, but to get the best of the suspension system the commercial units are the one to buy, and those...

I dealt with the local dealer extensively when I rebuilt my L175 - except for hoses and hydraulic piston rebuilds. The point I was trying to make on Messicks, is they are a quick resource guide I use to figure out the internal parts etc. and for the OP in AU to see what parts are currently...

I did a rebuild on a L175DT with Backhoe and Loader in 2010 and parts were not a problem at that time. Checking Messicks here in US they show a lot of engine parts are avallable. If it's rings, seals, and bearings not too expensive, but if its crank, or pistons they get pricey. Kubota L295DT...

Thanks TimberFarm - that's a great deal - a few other questions: - I see the Hyd connection on the stick - is that for the Tilt for the grading bucket? - The qd on the buckets is that hydraulic or mechanical where you pick up then pin in place? - See you got steel tracks - is rubber a $ cost...

Very nice machine! Congrats! Roughly what was the landed cost? I've seen other China min ex $35-45 range. Looks like you got all the goodies - grading bucket, with tilt etc too?

Gutters won't stop the snow sliding off once 6 or so gets piled up it will shed in one mass with momentum,. I agree with ponytug - pave the area but why can't you plow or move snow from gravel? Yes you will get some stone clean up in spring.

Excellent - sometimes the soft side approach gets results - glad it got this moving. Also you are without a tractor - and the truck is making the trip anyway, request a demo/loaner tractor w/ cab so your dad can enjoy...

You might want to write this in a mail to the dealer and the regional rep too, stating the facts and why you bought this tractor. I would want them to come and pick this unit up with a new one on board or a full refund of your monies and shipping back to them.

Gutters or not the snow will slide off once sun hits it. We have a 12/12 pitch no gutters, just gravel around base, and it sheds snow fast with a 4' high pile most winters. We have our doors on the gable end so dont need to plow that large pile of snow every storm. If you do get heavy snow...

My Ferris IS2000 with Parker wheel motors and hydrogear pumps pulls my Trac Vac loaded or empty - 500 lbs full weight maybe more. The tongue weight is 80 empty 120 or so full. I did put a cooler on the hydro transmission - an 8x12" transmission cooler with 3/8 hose in/out in the return line to...

Get two pieces of tire tread and inch or so larger than the pedal then with two bolts each side and one on top with locknuts - put enough tension to slip over the pedal tightly - you can layer them to make thicker too.

Congrats on the Vermeer grinder purchase and experience grinding stumps. It is a process I have done multiple times over the years. We are in the NE, with 100' pines around the house - took down a dozen 15 years ago around the house and had a guy come in with a 100 HP 34" grinder - he did 12-14...

Many of the residential have the * star configuration then the round hole 3/4 " diameter is typical for commercial applications as they have the heavier greaseable spindles. Then spindles, even tho they state greaseable , they are sealed bearings on the residential units - defeats the purpose...

52" is the best all around for access and for replacement blades and the deck will stick out 5-6" on the left side. I use Oregon Gator Blades - get a few sets thrown in as part of the deal - at least 6 blades. They run $50-60 for a set of 3. They also do a great job on leaves in the fall...

It depends on the deck width, but in general all ZT the left side sticks out 4-6 inches and the right side (discharge side) sticks out maybe 2-3 inches. The smaller deck the less they stick out - 48" three blade deck is the minimum width I would consider and that may be 3-4" left and 1-2"...

Befire you change the tractor why not get a 6' brush hog for this - you can find them used and your 35HP will run it fine. You wont have a lot of $ tied if you go used and if you need a different result then go flail

We have 2 acres grass and about 2 acres rough former forest - have a Cub Cadet 48" Garden Tractor - took 3 hours + to cut it all. Got a Ferris 52" in 2010 and that cut mowing time to 1.5 hours - it has full suspension and handles rough ground really well. Sitll have the CC - its used for...

It's not that the parts are made in China - the lessee of the 747 may be china based and contracted to deliver parts weekly from around the world.

Excellent - but belt lube is temporary - maybe 3-4 hours or a few cuts - the issue with belts is rubber/strand content vs stranded aramid fiber content belts - the rubber will grab immediately - the stranded fiber ones tend to slip vs grab.

Silly question but are the belts OEM or have you tried a shorter PTO belt? Reasoning is maybe the initial clucth engagement is causing the belt to slip off that idler pulley and a shorter belt would be tighter? Also you probably troed slow speed start too - does that change anything?

Last seen Monday 40 minutes after he posted, but probably will surface in a week or two..

The 2518 PTO drive has spring tensioner on the double spindle on the back of the deck and if that plate assembly doesn't move or is corroded this will not allow the belt to tension properly. Also I think there is adjustment in the deck hangers on this model? Then the belt itself, I use the...

Airbus US factory is in Charleston and could be delivering large frame parts or other assemblies for the Airbus plant. Clear's customs in JFK and then flies south?

Yes, that summarizes it well - IMO for this year; - Get Gator blades - $80 is typical for three - Blow leaves into the woods or mulch down with BX as you are regrading the lawn anyway - Remove the trees you don't want - Get fill and dirt delivered in piles where you need to change grade...

You have a swiss army knife in the BX as you know, but changing out implements is a pain and takes time. First though I would get to know the propoerty, low spots, and wet areas, which this years rain should be easy to spot. Then figure out what you want dirt work and slope you want to...

Looks very solid! For removable posts you could anchor these on the sides Everbilt 2 in. x 4 in. Zinc Plated Stake Holder 31230 - The Home Depot then use trailer stake pockets on the botom like this but heavier for the 2x4 to sit in Robot or human?

Double check that rate - it's usually $1000 per year, per acre and term is usually for 20-30 years. Per acre rate depends on the site and ease of grid access mostly.

Yes you need new Rims - you can find them used sometimes if you have time wait and look around. If your going to change you might want to look into R14 which is a newer version of the R4 - the R14 take different rims I believe too. Contact a Kubota dealer for fitment to get the right sizes F and R.

Joe those are some old workhorse chainsaws for sure! Nice looking JD conversion too. I ran a JD 420 on the farm since 8 YO then we got a new JD 1020 wide front end in 1964 that was much nicer - used that for many years plowing, planting and baling hay.

Welcome to TBN nice work on the trailer and this looks like a fun project!

Is it all kubota brand FEL and BH? If so I'd guess $8-10K range depending on the market where you are and if there isn't a lot of play/slop in the FEL or BH pins.

One other thing - the starter switch (at least on my CC) has spade terminals that if corroded can also cause problems with starting - there should be two larger *usually red" wires going through the switch which engages the solenoid - if this is warm or has a bad connection tighten it up or...

Welcome to TBN! Per tractordata the 285 was made 89-92 timeframe with 18HP kawasaki EFI engine. I have a similar year Cub cadet 89 vintage and if the battery is weak the solenoid for the starter will spin but doesn't engage the flywheel. Ccheck your ground terminals too and if you have one of...

Welcome to TBN! There are many foot pedal hydrostats out there and available. I am most familiar with Kubota that have a treadle pedel and models like L3901 and 3301 are similar. For used 30 HP try to find one "pre-emission" model 2012-14 vintage with a few hundred hours - Kubota, Kioti are...

I rented a tracked Toro with 37HP engine for a week and did 14 stumps 5-6' out at the base over that week - was a lot of work - especially the clean up part. Was $1K for the week. I have the ripper tooth too - great for digging trenches too!

I like the large clear plastic ones - you can see what is collecting in them...

Joea99, Understand your conundrum, with what might be in the future with walls/construction each situation is different. We had 12-15 trees (30-50" at base) blow down here in 2006 and I ground the stumps (pine) and they are still not causing issue. Same two years ago had 10 40-60" pines and...

Glad you got it fixed and tight again - curious how many hours are on your machine? Mine has 720 on it now in 22 years, and it's still pretty tight - just the bucket has a bit of play. I've got to do the seals in one stabilizer, and one swing cylinder when I get around to it as the leaks are...

72Chevy - it has been 23 years since fracking and still produces very well. With granite or other hard rock formations once cracked it should produce for a long time. With softer/sandstone or porous formations those may eventually fill in reducing the flow.

Install a 1" whole house in line filter after the pump and use or fab a rigid mounting plate to remove the filer. You could do the 3/4 but the 1" is best for flow and longevity. Why is this happening is another subject, and there are several reasons 1) a new well will emit drilling fines or...

Yes, the county Ag Extension Agent can be a great source of info and help, but this is a working farm now, and just suggesting the OP get his plan together with maps and local regs. before bringing/inviting any govt agency on site. Livestock need water, and this is an existing 300 acre farm so...

Do a compression test and 100-120 PSI is the low end its worth pulling the head off and checking the top end - valves, head gasket, and cylinders for scoring, then decide a course of action. Or just repower - the Kawasaki are good engines you have noted in the original post.

If your going to keep it for mowing etc. then a repower is a good choice but sounds like you don't need/use it very much I would do a compression check, then pull the top end off and check the head gasket and valves - you may be able to fix for relatively low $. If the cylinder walls are...

Get topo map of the property Topographic Maps | U.S. Geological Survey to start to layout fields and low areas - and a water source/pond stream for cattle. You will need about 1.5-2 acres per head on grass and you need to rotate them through fields. In the low areas leave some of the trees for...

I'd say you are safe with 10-12' between T posts Wood - T-T-T -Wood set up makes a wood post every 40-45' so on 1000 Ft that's 30-35 wood posts less corner bracing etc. The T posts really just keep it in line and vertical, but you could run a heavier top wire too would help if you have...

We did 600' and I used TSC 5/6"x8 .40 CCA treated round SYP posts 15' OC and black 2x4" PVC coated to 9 GA fencing. Looked at the staplers and got this one...

I know you want to use copper or similar materials, but in my opinion PVC or Poly pipe would be much easier, since if it's hot enough to melt or damage the poly or PVC (over 150F) then you have a real problem no matter the pipe. I have used Drip Depot and are happy with their products, and you...

Hi Kennebec, I don't know your soil/land but if it's anything like most of New England, every spade you turn up a rock. I started with a started with a 20HP Mitsubishi with a loader, then restored an L185 Kubota with a BH and finally got my B21 TLB in 2001. Strongly suggest getting a BH now...

Of course you need a tractor and welcome to TBN! For your tasks I would look at a little TLB (tractor-loader backhoe) - Kubota BX23s, Deere 2032, Yanmar 324, Kioti makes one too. What about snow and leaf removal too? The BH will enable you to lift rocks, build walls, dig small foundations...

All standard pressure switches for well pumps need a storage tank to eliminate excessive cycling and more so with submersibles as they push a lot of water. Or you need a tank plus a CSV that valveman sells. I would also get a low pressure cutout switch in case the well runs dry, the low...

Congrats on your new machine - looks great - Welcome to TBN - also might want to update your state/location when you get around to it.

Most commercial zero turns (my Ferris for example) the hour meter is connected thru the PTO switch so the hour meter clocks mowing or engaged time not engine run time. Check your wiring diagram and see if the CC is the same or maybe you can just connect it to the PTO switch and achieve the...

Here's SST braid to cover your DW drain hose - it says 6' will cover 4' - most DW drain hoses are at least 5-6'...

If you know the well has a good flow rate and the static water level when pumping is 15-20' a single stage jet pump will work - HD has one for $170. Otherwise you need a more expensive 2 stage pump and two pipes will be able to pump from about 80', might as well get the submersible. However, I...

Getting a 72" vs your 60" might cut your mowing time by 15-20% or 2-3 hours given you cut it today in 15 hours. That's not a lot, so consider getting a good suspension seat for your ZG327 and if you aren't running Gator blades now try them - they cut well. Then there are Z-Glide front...

I think a trade deal (your local Ford 1700 for the Citation XT in PA) is just a problem waiting to happen. There are so many variables in this match up to go wrong, unless you get things really clear up front. A comment about the dealer "you will not be happy with the Citation XT vs Ferris) of...

The Citation on Facebook at $8K is a bit high and it states 54" deck, but its either a 52 or 61" and looking at the 2023 61" they list at $9900 so $8K is in the ballpark with only 6 hours. Also it has the same suspension as the Ferris and the 3400 transmission. I checked the Ferris ISX 52"...

I did a similar project with a 1980's Kubota L185 which had calcium in the rims, but the rims were eaten thru around the valve stems and other areas. So I took the tires off the rims, had them sandblasted patched/welded and put new tubes and no calcium. IF your rims aren't rusted through or...

The only issue is that will reduce your lifting capacity and room in the bucket and having to remove it every time you want to grade/scoop would be a pain.. It would be better to attach a weight bracket as the front frame in front of the axle if possible as Vigo327 suggested. That would be...