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Looking to buy a new UTV just curious if there is any difference between the E & M model other than power steering? The difference between the two is around $1700, Is P.S. worth $1700 more?

Having a problem with the mower shutting off while mowing replaced the PTO switch but the issue remains. What should I look for next?

My "new" Jeep, needs some work yet but not too bad looking...

Issues with headache & dizziness and my cardiologist put me on a long term monitor. Long story short my heart rate slows up too much so a pacemaker is the option. Any one on here have any experience with them?

Anyone have any experience with the Yamaha Kodiac? Currently have an '07 Honda 420 Rancher and considering a new machine, haven't had any issues with it beyond a couple with the AT but the new Hondas are more money and I don't really like the new style looks.

Is power steering worth the extra money? Seems to be $800+ for the option. Currently have an '07 Rancher without power steering and it hasn't been an issue but wondering about the benefits...

We are looking to buy a home and property in upstate PA and there are some steep slopes and not really any level spots on the whole yard. Current owner uses a zero turn but stated he has gone for some slide rides that scared him. I was wondering if the 700 Series AWS/AWD model might be a better...

My current gun is a Smith & Wesson .40 Tactical, looking to get something a little smaller in the same caliber. Anyone have the Ruger SR40c? I want to go look at one but other than photos online I haven't seen or shot one.

With my new found time (recently retired) I have re-discovered how much I love to fish! In my younger days spent a great deal of time on the river with a canoe. Started out with an old Grumman aluminum and than had a fiberglass Lincoln model. That was many years ago and now I am looking for a...

We are looking at a home with 60's vintage siding. Is it possible to put vinyl siding over this or would we need to have it removed first? I know it could be painted but that isn't what we would like to do.

Company I worked for recently sold so based on my age (58) and years of service (31) there was no option but take my retirement earlier than I had planned. Offered position with new company but I haven't made up my mind if I am going to stay. With my salary and retirement I would be making more...

I use a snowblower and was thinking about putting a plow on one of my "fleet". The cost to put a plow on the Gator is way more than I want to spend so I am looking at other options. I also have a Honda Rancher and an X534 that I could do for about the same amount of money. Leaning towards the...

I don't use enough wood to justify a splitter so I've been looking for a maul. Looked at Fiskars, Stihl and Husqvarna name brand wise and the usual offerings at the box stores. Any one have any recommendations? :tree:

I don't care what make or model ATV or UTV you have...it sure is fun doing some donuts in fresh powder! :thumbsup:

Having two properties 5 hours apart I need to carry tools back and forth. At this point I need something bigger but also still mobile. So far I have looked at Sears, Lowes, Home Depot and althought they have some styles that would work the construction looks cheap and not very durable. Anyone...

Saw one of these at a gun shop last weekend and they want $450 for it. Appears to be in great shape but I didn't realize until I did some checking later that the older models are 2 3/4 chamber and the later models were 3". Any issues with these?

I have officially given up on the 270 hoe. Looked at a Wallenstein hoe but either they didn't want to deal or they really like their stuff because it was 2K more than the JD 46. I have iMatch on my tractor now and I am wondering if you can remove the 3pt. arms with it still attached or is it...

I bought my 2520 last year with the intention of putting the new design 270 hoe on it. A year later and the 270 no where in site I am looking at other options. I had a 46 on a 4115 and it worked fine however I would like a newer design curve boom type. My dealer also sells Woods and I was...

Anyone on here using the Total Gym XLS? Opinions?

Bought a Mantis tiller this year and I must say I am impressed with the performance. For our small garden and flower beds it works great! :)

Looking at an 18' Aluma 7K carhauler, priced around $4600 but compared to other models (aluminum) I've seen that seems reasonable. Any one own one of these?

We are adding a 12' x 24' pad next to our pole barn. Planning on a 1" drop across the 12' width to keep water away from the barn. Is that enough? too much? Thanks...

Really wasn't looking to buy a tractor now but the $2500 extra off was too good to pass on. :)

I would like to add a decent antenna (indoor) to improve reception on my stereo receiver beyond what I currently get with the basic T-wire that came with it. Any suggestions?

Dump bed with gate, never used. Could use new paint as it sets outside. Free to good home, must pick up. SE PA

Anyone have any experiance with Mission or Worthington trailers? Looking at the 6 x 12 size, utility trailer style.

I need to put a license plate on the back of my Gator HPX, dealer suggested tailgate but I am not too keen on drilling that. I noticed some plate holders on a web search but was wonderering for those who need to run plates how have they been mounted?

Thinking about new tractor and might sell X534 instead of trade. Unit has less than 60 hours, just serviced for the season. Includes front grill guard and sun canopy. Pictures available, local pick up only. $5995/OBO

Our pole barn is done, for now. Still want my brother to run the electric for me this summer but we finally have some place to store things at our property in NY. :)

Anyone have any information in regards to either of these models? There are some "tight areas" we need to be able to get into and these look like they might be the answer.

Still need to do some trim work, overhead door, floor etc. but it looks like something now. :)

The barn is framed up now, should finish up putting metal (walls, roof) on next week. :)

Would you use 2"x4"s or 2"x6"s for roof perlins? I have some people bidding 2 x4 on 24" centers for the roof and one other guy is bidding 2x6 for the roof and 2x4 for the walls. Now 2x6 sounds like it would be more substantial, is it a good idea? Trusses spaced 4' on center Also, some are...

Sorry for all the questions, we are putting a building up and I would like to try and do it as close to right as possible. Looking at pole buildings (metal) and I've had guys tell me they will sweat and others tell me no way will that be a problem. Considering 1/2" insulation for roof to help...

We are having a slab poured for a garage and most contractors are bidding 6". There is one who is bidding 4" 3500# rated with fiber mesh and he states we don't need 6". I have seen this guys construction work and we really like it but I am concerned about the concrete. Should I be?

Found a '01 Pequea 6'x12', tandem axle, split gate, landscape trailer in excellent condition. Dealer is asking $1095. or make an offer. Just wondering what the trailer is actually worth...

In the near future I will be looking for a TLB set up. At this point I am looking in the 24 - 32 HP size and I would like to get the "best bang for my buck". (I like John Deere but in no way am I married to them.) I do not want to spend over 30K. At this point I really like the B26 but would...

How are company specification claims verified? Is there a industry standard?

We are planning on building a 24' x 24' garage next spring. Just received a quote today for the pad that was $4700 dollars. That is for concrete rated at 4000 pounds, 4" slab with concrete poured 25" deep and 18" wide around the perimeter. Stated if code states frost footers we will need to go...

Looking at a '07 Honda TRX 420 FE, automatic. Needs new tires and the plastic is scratched up (don,t care about that). They are asking $2900 for it. Any areas of concern on that model?

Anyone have any experiance with the floating "drive on" boat docks. We are thinking of one as a possible option instead of a boat lift for our lake property. :)

We are looking to buy a chiminea this summer for up at the lake. A few years ago when we looked most of them were a "plaster" construction which we were told are not very durable. Recently found some that are now made of cast iron or cast aluminum. Anyone have any experiance with those? For our...

I looked at Swisher UTV snow blade that was 60" or 62" wide at Tractor Supply, around $600 total price. Mounts on the front 2" receiver, for the price and for the amount of snow we get looks like it would be fine. Was just wondering if anyone had any experiance with them?

Do you turn your computer on and off each day? Leave it on all the time? Just curious as I have heard arguments both ways.

Looking for a glass rear window for my HPX cab, I don't see them listed (without buying doors) on the JD web site.

I know others have posted about losing pets, knowing when its time to say goodbye etc. Yesterday we had to put our boy "Clark" to sleep. I had him for 17 years which is about four years longer than I've known my wife! For the past three years he fought a battle with cancer and for awhile I...

I am in the market for a new tractor, I had a 4115 and was looking to move up to the 3000 Series. I believe the 2720 is rated higher in torque and horsepower yet the 3120 has better lift capacity at both ends, plus it is only $200 list more than the 2720. Looking to add a backhoe in the future...

Anyone on here have any experiance with the Sarlo brand? I am looking for a selfpropelled trimmer and this is one of the models that came up. Looked at the DR TRM825S that is nice but the Sarlo is $200 dollars cheaper. Since I have never heard of the brand before just curious if any one else had.

Anyone here own the Mule Trans 4x4? I have a HPX that I really like but for our needs a four passenger unit would be great. Just curious if anyone has one and what is their impressions.

We have property on Senecal Lake in NY and want to build a home there. Our heating options are electric, propane, natural gas or oil. Is there any source to check for historical information in regards to cost for each option? Any northeastern tractor guys out there that can share their...

How many of you guys owned one of the "Big 3" before you bought your Mahindra? How do you feel they compare? I had a JD but sold it a year ago due to the fact we were done clearing our property. At some point we will need to have another tractor and the cost is going to be a consideration. Thank...

A 74 year old man was killed while mowing grass at Hope Community Church in New Hanover on Thursday. The man was pulling a "gang" of reel mowers with an old Farmall up an embankment that was estimated to be 40 degrees when the tractor flipped over on top of him. The story appeared on the front...

I looked at a 1545 (I think that is the model) Cub lawn tractor but didn't notice until I got home that they were belt drive. I thought they were all shaft drive or are those models their version of the JD 100 Series? I would buy from a dealer but I saw this one at TSC.

I was wondering if there are any recomendations for entry level or "homeowners" type models. I recently noticed that John Deere, Cub cadet and a few others are selling lower cost ZTRs. This would just be for home use, less than 2 acres. Thanks. :)

I would love to have a 3320 cab model but the 2520 would do everything I need to do (loader work, mow, plow snow). We will also need to do some rear blade and box work to help landscape around the house we will be building. Just wondering if the larger model (at least a 3120 no cab) might be a...

Can you run a TNT set-up with the power beyond used for a backhoe or do you need something else?...Thanks

In the next year I am going to be in the market for a walk behind brush cutter to maintain the area we just cleared for building our new home. The area is 150' x 150' so I do not need (or want) a tractor mounted impliment. Due to location it isn't cost effective to pay someone else to maintain...

Is anyone aware of a source for a roof rack to fit a Gator HPX with the enclosed cab? Or something that could be customizes to fit? Thanks...

Just considering my next tractor. Looking at the 3203 w/hydro 32HP or the 3320 w/ehydro 32.5HP. What is the difference between the hydro types? Is ehydro worth the $2200 dollar difference?

Looking for a cover to fit my HPX with the cage for a cab. I have found covers that will fit units without a cage but not one with. Thanks.

I was wondering if any of you have the JD Q.A. pallet forks for your 410 loaders? I am interested in a set for my 4115 and was just quoted a price of $825. which I did not think sounded too bad. Also looking at a set of Worksaver Q.A. tractor forks but they want more for them that what JD wants.

We are in the process of clearing land and have reached the point where the money we are spending on the tractor could be better used at this point. I know people have posted a site that gives used tractor values but after doing some searches I have not had any luck finding it. Any ideas on what...

On our five (5) month old Gator I just noticed a crack in the plastic about 3" inches long on the right front fender. It looks like a "stress" crack for lack of a better explanation (or picture). Called the dealer and they are picking it up this morning to look at it. Is anyone else having this...

I have a Yamaha 2800i portable generator that I would like to set-up in the back of our Gator. For use around the house I have it grounded per the manual (ground stake). Now I have used it with the Gator without grounding but I keep taking it out and setting it on the ground and after awhile it...

Do any of those preventers (Scott's, etc.) help control crab grass? Do you mow and/or dethatch prior to application?

Anyone have any experience with the NovaJack ATV log skidding cone? Found them while doing a search for a logging arch. The set-up complete for ATV/UTV is $450 dollars. NovaJack Log Cone My first try at posting a link so I hope it works .

One of our "boys" started chemotherapy last week for intestinal cancer. After one week he seems to be handling it well. Wondering if anyone else have gone through this?

What are some of the options you have added to your UTV? Were they worth the extra money? Recently bought an HPX and had the deluxe cab, high capacity alternator, mirrors and visor put on it. Some of the available options are front and rear work lights, spot light, beacon, interior light, doors...

Is anyone using/tried the Paynes logger forks? Or something similar? JD fork set-up is over 1K and I do not want to spend that much. With clearing land the forks would sure help!

Looking for a trailer to tow with the HPX. I like the JD one but not the $700 price! Just wondering if anyone had bought the trailer that TSC sells for ATVs? I can't weld so building my own isn't an option.

This is probably old news to most of you. But...today at my dealer they had a 2210 set up with R4s, loader and back hoe. It really looked sharp! The hoe is a sub frame mount made by Woods, model 6000.

I know we should "count our blessings" every day but at this time of year I like to pause and reflect. Sometimes I forget how lucky I am. A great woman to share my life, family and friends are just a few to mention. Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Due to increased fuel cost and the novelty of dragging a trailer w/tractor and all needed tools 500 miles round trip wearing off we are looking to put a shed on our property. Would like to be able to leave the tractor and/or Gator there from spring to late fall. This would mean we could make...

This past weekend I was working in the woods with my tractor doing some "lumber work". Due to the recent rain I was running in mud. One of the areas was a pretty good grade and in hindsight a winch may have made my life easier. Anyone else use one? mounting locations?

We have a 5 acre lot that we need to get re-surveyed. Seems we have a neighbor who built an ATV trail about 200' over our property line. Need to get some estimates but was just wondering what it might cost us. Thanks.

Would like to get a winch on my HPX. Seems like Warn and Ramsey are the two main ones. Are there any pros or cons to either model? Are there other brands? Any information would be helpful.

Still waiting for a price on a Kubota RTV. Have a price of $9800 for a John Deere Gator HPX 4x4 (gas) with HDAT tires, bedliner, hyd. dump and deluxe canopy/ROPPS. The Kawasaki Mule 3010 4x4 (gas) was $9938 equipped the same. Are those prices in the ball park?

Anyone out there know of any boating forums? (tractorbynet format)

Anyone have any experiance they want to share? We are looking to get a 4000 lb. boat lift for use on the lake. Have a price of around $3600 installed for a Shoremaster.

Right now we are looking for a small vehicle to run from our home to the lake. Don't need 4x4 or towing capacity etc. looked at the new small Gators (10HP) the Polaris Ranger TM 4x2 and the Yamaha 700 4x2. Price wise the Yamaha is the cheapest, list around $4500 and the Polaris is the most...

Anyone have any experiance with the Raptor brand of utility vehicle? Seen one this past weekend and it looked OK but never heard of them before.

Got a real good deal (haven't pulled the trigger yet) on a '03 Ford F250 SC 5.4 V8 only has 8500 miles and it is "factory certified" with a 6 yr/75K mile warranty. I know the gas mileage on these isn't very good but is there anything else I should be aware of? It has the tow package rated for...

I've put my tractor on the trailer several times with it set-up with loader and rear blade. This week I need to put it on the trailer but will have a BH on the rear instead. Just seems that is a bunch more weight on the back. Concerned about the actual loading/unloading part. Seems like it might...

Will I finally got a chance to use my new 46BH. Dug out six stumps with it and I must say it worked great I know I won't be digging any basements with it but for what I need to do it is just right.

I would like to be able to hook an exhaust hose to the end of the tractor exhaust to run it outside the shed when I start the tractor up. Even with the doors open the fumes build up to a level that is uncomfortable (even after the tractor is out of the shed). I have seen these set-ups in auto...

Dealer just called my new 4115 just arrived. Needs loader and backhoe installed along with work light some hooks on the buckets etc. Should have it sometime next week.

The exhaust on my 4110 is described as "under the hood". There is an option for a verticle exhaust stack, is there a reason or advantage to that design over the other?

Anyone have any experiance with the 46? Wondering if it would work for removing small stumps 4"-10" in size. Time not an issue at this point and due to remote location rental is a problem.

Looking to buy a bigger truck. Interested in diesel due to durability and lower fuel cost per gallon. Is the extra 4-6K for a diesel worth it? Currently looking at a F-250SD.

Need an upgrade from my current Ranger set-up. Looking at the '04 F-150 but for about the same money you can get a F-250 Super Duty. Need more towing capacity and storage space in the truck bed. I know there are other brands but as a 4th generation Ford man old habits die hard. Any input on gas...

Is a "earth ground" required for a portable generator? recently bought a generator and it shows one in the manual but I was told by dealer it isn't needed. Is that true?

Looking to get a generator big enough to run power tools etc. at a remote location...BUT small enough that I could put it in the back of the truck myself. Looking at Hondas right now in the 3500 watt size range. Also I have noticed some are AC only and some are AC/DC is there any advantage to this?

Anyone know the weight of a 410 loader w/61" bucket?

Anyone have any experience with the 46 BH on a 4110/4115 yet? Looking to put one on a 4110 or go with a new set-up on a 4115 or B7500.

If you needed a CUT (20-25HP) with loader and backhoe and could not spend over 25K what would you pick? JD 4115,4210,Kubota 7500/7800, BX, NH TC24, Kioti CK20? Something else?

I currently have no impliments that require the rear or mid PTO's I have on my tractor. Should they be run from time to time? Make any differance?

Will its time for me to "hit the hay" and it looks like Bird will hit the 10K mark any second now. Just wanted to congratulate you on 10,000 posts. I have learned a great deal from you in just the short while I have been a memeber. Heres to 10,000 more!

Due to all the rain our grass is growing like crazy. I can't get it raked before it is time to mow again. Any opinions on which is easier or works better, bagger for the lawn tractor or a tow behind lawn sweeper? I need to do something, sort of leaning towards the bagger at this point.

I was just looking at "My Home" and have noticed that under the bio section the equipment listing continues to cut out items I have listed. I noticed this before and have changed them about 3 times but after awhile some of the information disapears. Whats up with that?

Trailer \"D-Ring\" Question The trailer I recently bought has four HD D- Rings mounted to the 2" pine decking. I checked underneath the trailer and the bolts run thru the decking and then pass thru another 2"'x6" piece of presure treated lumber than runs across the decking from side to side...

I have a 4110 rated at 17 PTO horsepower. Any ideas for a proper sized unit would be appreciated. The only model I have seen up to this point is the 48" KK. Unit would not be used that hard but would like to be able to take care of small brush, 1" or less. Have seen info on the Bush Hog SQ42 &...

What are the best locations to use on a tractor to secure it to the trailer?. I have heard some people chain around the front axle but that seems you could break something. I was planning to hook onto the front weight bracket and to the drawbar on the rear. This make any sense? I am open to...

OK here we go, bought a 4110 last year that I really like. HOWEVER now wish I would have gone with something bigger for a BH. Where our land is located there aren't any local areas to rent from so this sort of compounds the problem. I got one price from the JD dealer located up in NY. (we live...

Need to get a trailer for my 4110 so we can make trips up to NY to work on our property. I have a Ford Ranger 4.0L 4x4 that I plan to tow with. It has a 5000# total weight limit. My tractor the way it is equipped weighs in around 3100#'s. Just looked at a 16' tandem trailer with pull out ramps...

\"Oh the weather outside...\" ...is frightfull snowing like crazy...Monday is supposed to be even worse...saying we could end up with over 20" by tomorrow afternoon!

Will a rear finish mower do as nice a job as a MMM? better? worse? Need to get something and cost is an issue. Right now I have about 1 acre to mow and I sure don't want to push mow it.

Anyone have any experiance with the KMR03-48 finish mower? I do not have a dealer real close so I was wondering about cost, etc. From their web page it looks like a nice unit. Also looking at Woods, Frontier and First Choce, thanks for any help/information.

Just received a price quote of $1595. for a 54" MMM. Price includes latch kit so 3 pt. hitch can be used independent of the mower and installation. Also any opinions if it just makes more sense to buy a small riding mower that you could get cheaper than $1600. Thanks... NOTE: Have less than 1...

Anyone have any experiance with cross drawbars? Would like to use one on a quick hitch.

I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season!

Figures...I am setting here watching the first snow of the season (about 8" right now) and I have the worst cold I have had in years! Tractor covered with a tarp because I haven't got the shed project done yet. One way or the other I need to get out in the snow. I love it...

I am going to take the FEL off soon and put the front blade on for snow (wishfull thinking). Do you need to keep the ballast on for the blade? Box weighs about 380 pounds. Also, when using the ballast box with the FEL I try to keep the box as low as possible, thinking this helps lower the center...

I have used my new 4110 for about five hours now, with all the rain haven't used it as much as I would have liked! In the short amount of time I have used it it is amazing how many different ways you can think of using a tractor.

I don't even have my tractor yet but I have a question. Would a Woods RB60 (less than 300 pounds) be enough counter weight for a 410 loader on a 4110? or should I put the ballast box on when using the loader? For the most part the ground is level where I will be using it. Thanks!!!

Still waiting for my new tractor! Supposed to be delivered by now and I sure am tired of waiting! getting a 4110 Hydro with loader and rear blade. Plan to get 54"MMM next spring. Have 5acres up in NY that we want to build on, need alot of work done first.

Want to make it easier to get my tractor in the shed. Right now there is a door on the side of the shed. It would be much easier to enter from the end of the shed. Before I go and cut out the end of the shed and spend the time to construct my own doors I was wondering if anyone out there knows...

Recently bought 5 acres of land on Seneca Lake in NY. Land currently covered with brush and small trees. Have a JD 4110 ordered to use as a work tractor to help with clearing land and then with landscape work around the house and driveway. Waiting for the tractor to arrive, due mid October. The...