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  1. K

    Welder Recommendations

    I have one, had for meny years. Many spools of wire have run through it. Both flux and solid. And aluminum never an issue. It also has stick leads come with it. I have a welder generator i use very little anymore I also have a miller mig I think it's over priced but good the PrimeWeld is my...
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    Welder Recommendations

    Look up PrimeWeld you can get the 180 mig which is 110/220 volt, flux core/gas, stick and also comes with a spool gun for aluminum welding all for $500 with a 3 year warranty shipped to your door good luck
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    Another looking for a flux core MIG welder suggestion thread

    Look at PrimeWeld it is flux core also gas, stick, and aluminum comes with an aluminum. Spool gun. With a 3 year warranty they are based in new jersey all for about 500 to 550 they have great customer service. I have 2 miller's one with a spool gun, a htp tig. The PrimeWeld is my go to machine...
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    Need help deciding

    Kioti is now owned by TYM as is Branson and Bobcat I would go with the 35 HP and for what you are going to do get the standard shift stay away from the HST good luck 🤞
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    Need help deciding

    Kioti is now owned by TYM as is Branson and Bobcat I would go with the 35 HP and for what you are going to do get the standard shift stay away from the HST good luck 🤞
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    Gooseneck or bumper pull?

    Just a little info stay below 26,000 GVW truck and trailer or you will end up getting a CDL driver's license people are starting to get popped. Definitely a gooseneck best of luck
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    Thoughts on 02 F450 dump

    I would get a dump trailer before a dump truck because of the rust the maintenance and the resale value just My option . Good luck
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    A sad day on the farm

    Sorry about your loss insurance companies never pay what you have into things at least no one was injured
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    Novice wants a MIG, advise ?

    Look up prime weld.com it is a 110/ 220 welder flux core or gas come standard with a spool gun for aluminum for $500 keeps up with the Lincoln and Miller I've used all brands it is very nice welder. I have Lincoln, miller, htp for the price you can't beat it good luck on your venture.
  10. K

    Snow Tractor won’t start tonight.

    Did not come out correctly keno tractor.com sorry
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    Snow Tractor won’t start tonight.

    Call Kano tractors in Oregon look the number up at Cana tractor.com they sold mahindra's and it will be able to tell you real quick what to look for and how to do it
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    Radiator hose "snapped"

    I've never had a plastic radiator tank on any of the equipment that I've ran they should be metal save yourself a headache go down to your local radiator shop and get a metal tank made up they only use plastic in some of the tractors to save money, plastic will never hold up off road good luck...
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    Anybody using a backhoe attachment on their CUT?

    Read the tractor by net post on 1129 of 22 bad news on my tc33 he had a 3-point backhoe on his tractor and he broke the case of his transmission 3-point backhoes are not the thing to put on a small tractor stick with the Case 580 or get an excavator
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    Bad news on my TC33D

    Sorry to hear about your problem I had the same issue back in the early '70s with a sato tractor just my two cents I would try to find the same tractor with a blown engine and switch engines or sell it off for parts and cut your loss it will never be the same and it's an old tractor check out...
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    Please critique the weld quality (photos enclosed)

    I have taught high School welding at the end of the year my students could weld better than that that is a $10 an hour job if that good luck I would get a professional welder out there that is certified while the guy is there that did the welding and let them 2 hash it out
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    Kioti cx2510 vs tym264 vs Branson 2610 h

    I agree with TugBarge be ware of tractor with backhoe smarter to rent a mini-excavator big difference between the two
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    Kioti cx2510 vs tym264 vs Branson 2610 h

    Check out the prices of Branson tractor at KenoTractors.com on line. I bought mine through them they shipped it to me and I live 2 days away best move I made 3 years now no problem if I have a question or need filters they are there for you. I take care of 40+ Acres with my 3515R. Great people...
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    The light can be bad some times.

    Putting out a couple of cones or triangle reflectors in that situation would have been awfully kind of them
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    Ratchet straps that actually last

    I picked up a couple sets of military tank straps from the army Navy store quite a few years ago I believe 20 if I'm not mistaken and they're still in good shape
  20. K

    UTV Winch?

    Be careful hooking the winch to the 3 pt it is not built to be used in that way of pulling that is why there is a tow bar on the bottom of the tractor it is stronger
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    "Universal" Tractor Fluid - Depends on your transmission type?

    I have to agree with 5030 I bought my Exxon Mobil 424 hydraulic fluid off of eBay delivered to my door stick with a manufacturer's recommendation
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    Paint or Stain on Shed

    I have to agree with 2manyrocks latex is water base very hard to find oil-based paint stain is mostly oil-based and will soak in and prevent the rot good luck 🤞
  23. K

    Shipping container axles adding?

    I just used mobile home axle under mine if you want to get fancy you can use the springs and hangers😊
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    Glad he wasn't hurt seriously

    I put a slop gauge in my tractor and still try NOT to go on hillsides
  25. K

    Liquid in tires

    If you use calcium put a tube in or it will rust out your rims. If you use antifreeze and get a leak it is harmful to the animals and will kill them it is a very bad death ☠️ for them.
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    Should I even think about 2 wheel drive

    NO 2 wheel drive very bad resale you can get a new Branson tractor from Keno Tractors for the price of a 2 wheel drive $23,400 with front loader which is a 35 HP. Lifting and pulling capacity is much better. If you want a 40-50 HP check out the prices 😁
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    selling my Kubota BX23s

    Sold my old tractor on craigslist sell as is, where is, cash only. Got more than I paid for it. Took 1 week Good luck 🤞
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    Neighbor selling Kioti CX2510- Is this a good price?

    A NEW Branson tractor 3515r. ( 35 hp ) with loader is $23,400 at Keno Tractors check on line. 6 year warranty used tractor no warranty. Worth checking out. That is where I bought mine at great people to deal with 👍
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    Recommended Tractor for 4.5 acres

    Hi there: go to Keno Tractors also on line they sell Branson tractors, they have a better lifting capacity then either one of those and are better priced. all steel no plastic. great people to deal with, they can suggest what size you need and what implements you should think about getting...
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    Who want to chat about plasma cutters?

    Check out primeweld they are from New Jersey, I have one of there welders great machine well built and very reasonable on price and their when you call. I have two plasma cutter one on my cnc and the other on a cart haven't used my A/O tanks except for the rosebud for heating if I get another...
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    New inexpensive trimode welder

    Have to agree with that but sounds like you got the primeweld on your mind. If you get it use it quickly and use it a lot right off the getgo in case your not satisfied with it you can return it. Good luck 🤞
  32. K

    Bottle jack method of tree felling (plus rope?)

    Watch so the bottom of the tree doesn't kicking back in to the barn it can happen ( I have seen it happen) just something to think about before cutting God bless and be safe
  33. K

    What would you do ?

    I'd just say no your MIL and wife will be in air conditioning while you're out having a heart attack or stroke then they will put the blame on you and say YOU should have said NO good luck 🤞
  34. K

    Oil & Fuel Kubota L4600 ran it out of diesel, emptied fuel filter bowl... won't start...

    Doing 1 at a time is better. Start with the first line off of the pump. Should start if not. Then when you spray either in air filter have some one crank the engine over. Should have 2 people to do this. Spraying either in while NOT turning engine over can damage the engine. Good luck
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    New Tractor Problems

    Sorry to hear about your misfortune. You have a bummer to bummer warranty. I have a 3515R got from KENO tractor phone number 541-850-8193 I live 1500 mile from them and would do it all over again.GREAT dealer. Call and talk to George or Eric the owner. They will help you over the phone and...
  36. K

    3-pt. Rear Rotary Cutter (bush hog)

    I bought my bush hog cutter 7 foot used one year for $700 said it was too big for his tractor. He was asking $1500 and was taking a loss. Take cash with you. Good luck
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    How often should you grease a tractor for light duty?

    Every 8 to 10 hours of use is standard
  38. K

    How often should you grease a tractor for light duty?

    It is cheaper and easier to grease then to replace parts and labor 😊
  39. K

    Branson brand to be discontinued?

    I'm not saying this is correct but what I did hear is t y m is the parent company of Branson and the parts are pretty much interchangeable including the engine is supposedly the same check it out for yourself and see if I'm correct or not???
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    LS SAYS A REGEN EVERY 2 HOURS IS NORMAL (Update) 600hrs, 50 regens

    I have to agree with furling time to trade it in on another model before the warranty is out and you have big headaches I have a Branson with no problems good luck 🤞
  41. K

    Any way to weld the thin metal on tractors and attachments?

    When you stick weld or mig weld it will create brittle cracks between the weld and the other metal the only good way to do that is gas welded or TIG weld and put a backing plate on it I TIG weld anything that's thin up to 1/8 inch I usually TIG weld I never have cracks in it after that stick...
  42. K

    Why is Weight The Only Solution Being Offered To The Problem Of Traction?

    If you look at some of the videos of the farm tractors you'll notice that quite a few of them have dual tires on the rear some have dual tires on the rear and on the front if you look out west at the big farm tractors they have triples front and rear and that is for traction in the dirt
  43. K

    Branson Alterative. and I'm I going over Board?

    Check Keno tractor.com and call them talk to George or Eric great people to deal with great prices and they will ship to you. Talking from experience 👍 good luck
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    Couple of short Blowing Videos with an Inverted Blower

    The new cat dozers do not have a swivel seat in them but they have a permanently angled seat so they can look forward and backwards it's like it's almost sitting sideways in the cab check it out that may be an option for you good luck
  45. K

    Couple of short Blowing Videos with an Inverted Blower

    It's only money 😁 😂 maybe you can make your self a swivel seat??? Worth a try
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    DPFs, EGRs, DEF, etc...

    I have a 2000 7.3 with the 6-speed these trucks are made for long distance and pulling heavy loads this is where a lot of people make their mistakes by going shopping in them starting and stopping them within 5 MI I have been offered more than what I paid for the truck brand new because it's a...
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    Rim guard or not? Why a ballast box instead of boxblade?

    Good post just be careful your frame is heavy enough so you don't split your tractor in the middle which I have seen
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    Between the LS MT352 and Branson 5520C/H

    I have heard some not so good remarks about the ls tractor check on it real good I own a Branson and I have no complaints about it I dealt with George at Keno tractors up in Oregon (keno tractor.com) they treated me very well and they were less priced than any dealers around here if you live far...
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    Contemplating a box blade

    You may want to check in on a land plane with scarfires you may be more pleased with it it'll do a nicer job on the road
  50. K

    How to dig gravel out of hillside

    You will ruin your machine if you don't use it
  51. K

    How to dig gravel out of hillside

    I'm with bmaverick Dynamite 🤗🤣
  52. K

    Tractor Supply doesn't have plow bolts

    If you can't find those bolts use grade 8 they will hold up I had to use them in a pinch 👍
  53. K

    Grading--what am I doing to cause this?

    Have a 12 foot long grader blade 8 foot wide home made tilts in every direction used a mobile home axle and 400 # of weight it solved my washboard problem. Good luck 😃
  54. K

    What Did I Purchase?

    Nice tractor you did not make a mistake could be good for your wife learning on or grandkids or kids whoever I would have bought it😃
  55. K

    What causes this pine tree problem?

    From what I can see and what I can tell you have bark beetles they have been there for a while and there is no way to save the tree cut it down and get rid of it before they spread to other trees if they haven't gotten to them yet good kuck
  56. K

    Safety chaps testing - Saw Damage?

    S219 thanks for the video I often wondered what would happen was never in a situation where I had it happen so thank you appreciate it
  57. K

    Black oil

    I have all diesel vehicles and every diesel that I have comes out with black oil I don't care if it's 100 or 5,000 mile it's always black tractor trailer black tractor black car black that is quite normal so don't worry about it
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    Bolt Size Help

    Sounds crazy but try a British thread
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    Regret a cab tractor?

    Check out KENO tractors.com they have the best price of any place I know. That is where I got mine from. no I am not affiliated with them. Talk to Eric or George they will have a new one in your budget range. Good luck
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    Counterweight build

    Nice build 👍
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    Another confused first timer

    Where do you think John Deere is made where do you think Kubota is made and where do you think yanmar is made there's no tractor made in the United States anymore they are all foreign
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    Another confused first timer

    If you want new with a good warranty at a very reasonable price that is under your $20,000 check out Branson tractor at Keno tractors.com that's where I bought mine and they will ship it down to you you can't go wrong
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    Keep ripping tubes

    It seems like calcium is a thing of the past people seem to be using beet juice and foam filled tires nowadays because of the rust calcium causes I put wheel weights on the back wheels less headache 😊
  64. K

    Kubota or mahindra

    That's also a very good choice like Willy said
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    Kubota or mahindra

    I hear Mahindra is hard to get parts for Kubota is not what they used to be I own a Branson check out the lift capacities and the weight and also the cost. Also check out TYM tractor. Good luck on your venture.
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    Buying Advice Looking for a tractor

    I mow 40 acres once per year with a 35 horse tractor and a 7 ft mower that's plenty for me
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    Bad Boy Land Plane

    Super good 👍 I like
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    Kioti

    Willy there are no LS dealers around in my area but I understand they are very good tractor I have no knowledge of them except from what I hear I have had Kubota in the past approximately 40 years ago the new ones aren't like the old ones were. The closest Kubota dealer to me is 3 hours away...
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    Big Tex Dump Trailer stolen from ranch early this morning...

    Sorry for your loss will keep our eyes open I don't live that far from you just a couple states away you never know where it's headed to are there any other markings that they may not be able to cover up
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    Kioti

    Kubota is not the tractor that they were a few years ago you're paying for the name kioti is a good tractor I've looked at them and was very interested in them then I ran across Branson the lift capacity and the weight of the tractor had a lot to do with my decision and then the price was...
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    If I Only Buy One Piece of Equiptment...

    Congratulations on you purchase wishing you a lot of luck I have to agree with metal master 10 that sounds like the best reasonable option at this point you can always change things later have very little tied up in the equipment
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    Towing capacity

    This is all fine but what you have to think about is the stopping. 3/4 ton has bigger brakes tires and the weight class of the truck.1/2 ton truck not legal to pull 10,000 lb trailer? Be safe go 3/4 ton. Just my opinion. Nothing May be said until there is an accident!
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    Buying a Branson

    I have a 2020 Branson 3515R it's a great little tractor I'm running a 7 ft Bush hog on the back log splitter cordwood saw 7 ft wide 12 ft long grader blade and other implements on 40 acres it does everything I ask of it Plus check out keno tractors for the price that's where I bought mine from...
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    Kubota overheating

    Sounds to me that you're radiator is clogged take the radiator out take it to a radiator shop let them flush it out core it and get it back should only cost you around $100 or so once you get it back fill it up with antifreeze and distilled water do not use tap water tap water has calcium and...
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    Post Emissions tractors

    The kukje engine is an exact copy of the Cummins engine who started making the engine for Branson when they first started to make Branson tractor years ago then walked away with the agreement they could continue using the dies for the engine under a different name
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    How can I be sure the check will be good?

    Take the check make him wait the 7 days to clear the bank when the check clears before he picks up the equipment
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    Mower deck wash ?

    I use red tacky grease I find that works best for me on most everything for the last several years and water doesn't seem to effect it good luck
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    Buying Advice Buying backhoe with the tractor upfront.

    I've owned both orange and green I now have a Branson very satisfied with it check out keno tractor I have nothing to do with them but bought mine from Keno tractor and a price was unbeatable even with delivery charge I have no use for backhoe I had one on the orange one used it one time parked...
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    No Loader

    Try koyker loaders up in South Dakota I had one on an old tractor they are quality unit they make them for all the tractors. Also check with Keno tractors they had one about the same size with a front loader sitting on their lot and if they do see if you can cancel the order on your Kubota
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    Turf tires vs r4’s

    Sounds like to me you have too much PSI in your tires by lowering the air pressure you will get a softer ride and better traction
  81. K

    Washout-proofing a ditch

    Like digging it said the county here uses rip rap and they hold up very well
  82. K

    Snow plow set up, which way?

    I would go with a 3-point snowblower you use a plow you pile it up on the side then if you get more snow where do you put it with a snow blower it blows it completely out of the way and you can keep on blowing snow all winter long I had 20 customers that would prefer a snow blower over top of a...
  83. K

    Oil filter wrench

    Hey big barn looks like you have a good selection of filter wrenches but I think you forgot one the (screwdriver) 😁
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    Do homeowners buy snowplows to plow their own properties?

    Check into a 3 point snowblower for the back of your tractor a blower is better than a plow any day, they are even starting to put blowers on the front of pickups now. After so many passes with a plow your path closes in, with a blower the path stays at the same opening. Look at the cost...
  85. K

    Looking for a multitasking utility trailer

    If you have the time and want build your own would be about 3 to 4 hundred dollars also check out the scrap yards I've seen them there good luck
  86. K

    Branson 3510 (2004) lost hydraulics (three point and front end loader)

    If all else fails and you cannot find a problem call Keno tractors ask for George he is the best Branson mechanic that I know of you can get the number online
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    Storing chains

    I give all you people the thumbs up for great ways of storing chain;)
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    Trouble finding insurance for tractor

    Farm bureau insured my Branson 3515 100% for fire, damage or theft on or off the property no matter what for just over $100 a year great company. I have my ranch, house and vehicles all insured with them
  89. K

    How do you keep the trailer backup battery charged. (or do you)

    I use a regular car battery on my flatbed trailer with a maintainer the battery is over 12 years old and still going good on my welder generator I use battery with a battery tender and it is 15 years old still going on my gen set I use a harbor freight battery maintainer those batteries are 8...
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    Looking for a welder

    Stop by your local welding dealer lot of times they take used machines in on trade or know where you can get a good used Lincoln or Miller welder I have a 1972 Miller and it's still going strong you get what you pay for beware of Everlast I've had a neighbor that had dealings with them and they...
  91. K

    Trading in an almost new tractor?

    Before I buy a John Deere check out Branson tractors at keno tractors and talk to Eric or George you'll be pleasantly surprised I am not affiliated with them at all
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    3pt log splitter

    Do some research and build your own like I did will cost about $500 scrap yard for your H beam and surplus center for hyd. Cyl. and valve fun build
  93. K

    Tractor availability

    Sorry forgot phone number 541-850-8193 for Keno tractors just sold old tractor for new 35 HP Branson
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    Tractor availability

    Lookup or call Keno tractors and talk to Eric or George they are a great dealer I got a new Branson tractor from them and would do it all over again. They bent over backwards to get me what I wanted and fit my needs.
  95. K

    PINE logs anyone?

    With the price of lumber get a saw mill and sell the lumber
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    Least Tippy Machine

    From what I'm hearing it would be better if you would fill in the holes and smooth them out if you can't do it or don't have the ability don't feel bad hire somebody with a dozer and let them fill it in it would be a lot cheaper and safer for you not to get hurt or destroy your equipment
  97. K

    Sub-Compact/Compact Recommendations

    Kubota is not what it used to be I've had tractors for over 50 years check out the new Branson's look up Keno tractors online
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    3pt or Stand Alone Splitter

    I had a stand-alone log splitter got tired of working on the engine every year to split wood built my own 3-point log splitter over 20 years ago and I'm very happy with it it splits anything that you put into it I prefer a 3-point over top of a stand alone just make sure it splits wood away from...
  99. K

    Noob question 4 wheel drive

    I also have a Branson you are not running your RPMs up high enough you should be running at least 2,100 RPM or more check with your Branson dealer also run off road in soft ground with four wheel drive in use two-wheel drive on hard surfaces
  100. K

    Canopy rather than Cab

    I have a tractor 18 years old I built in an aluminum cab for with Windows the door comes off and the side window comes out great for in the summer and there's enough heat off the engine that keeps you warm in the winter it sure beats a $5,000 factory cab very happy with it the windows I made are...
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    Had checkbook in hand but No sale

    That salesman did you a favor go check out that a load capacity on the front loader and on a three-point hitch and you will find that they are not up to the rest of the tractors check out Branson do your homework on them they have the biggest three-point lift capacity and front loader capacity...
  102. K

    Welding brackets on tractor frame

    Don't weld to frame because of warrenty issues
  103. K

    L6060 Engine Noise Getting Louder

    I changed my oil every 100 hours or once a year whichever comes first along with the filters check your intake and exhaust valves one of them could be getting loose
  104. K

    What size trailer hitch ball on a 16-18' deck trailer?

    Usually they are a 2 and 5/16 but could be a 2 in I've also seen them in a pintle style depending on the weight of the trailer
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