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I have a few jobs around our 18 acres that need to be done and rather than rent, rent, rent a mini ex, I thought I would gamble on one of the Chinese minis. I researched as much as I could, but there is precious little information online about specific brands or models. I knew I didn't want the...

I'm adding some accessories to my new Kioti CK2620. It's fuse box has a bunch of open slots, but they don't have the terminals in them. So I'm looking for a source to get connectors that fit into the fuse block. I don't want to use fuse taps or "piggy backs", I want to add an new fuse to one...

Curious of any recommendations for connecting a newly purchased auger for my Kubota Mini: Auger is brand new/never used. What, if anything, should I be conscience of when attaching? Specifically, should I be concerned of any debris/metal within the auger that could affect the overall hydraulic...

I don't want to spend twice as much, but I understand it might be a better play. Is a 2 ton really worth twice as much? Convince me!!

I bought this Chinese mini dumper at auction for a little over $1,300 because I wanted an inexpensive track machine to work with in a tight area infested with honey locust thorns. The machine appeared to be unused and still had inventory tags on the rubber tracks when I picked it up from...

I just purchased a Boxer 525dx mini-skid steer with 950 hours that has a hi/low switch that needs to be set in the “hi” position for increased ground speed when traveling, or for maximizing flow to a trencher or auger. The hi/low switch summary from the operator’s manual is attached. The...

Hello guys. Been trying my new FF13 digging a ditch. Have a bunch of water line to replace and lay new. Also plan to bury the electric lines at the farm and run internet in conduit. Digging about 39" deep so my lines end up 36" below grade and dug around 60' so far in hard clay. Just...

I'm a new member and I recently purchased a Typhon Terror XVII cabin mini excavator with the kabota D902 engine. Was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this model

Hello guys. Got a FF13 mini excavator with the 13.5 hp Briggs and Stratton XR engine with EPA certification stickers. Long story but I bid on 2 excavators and won both on govplanet run by Ritchie Brothers. Just sold the FF15R to a friend for 5 grand. I've read through the long threads here...

Hi Team, I recently purchased an FF Industrial FF18R mini excavator from the auction, this is the model with the RATO 420cc engine. The unit has the pilot controls and I decided to remove all the panels ready for a complete check of fittings and a fluid change as most have advised with these...

Bought a 2018 Kubota KX-040-4 with 1635 hours, cab, thumb, and 6 way blade. I'll share some maintenance and repairs and projects that I do with it, hopefully it will help someone thinking about geeting a similar machine. The man I bought it from used it for personal use on his land. He...

Hi, Is it harmful for a mini excavator to be driven carefully out of a garage immediately after startup without a 5 min warm up? Warm up will fill the garage with exhaust or should I use a hose on the exhaust to get the fumes outdoor? Thanks Erling

What kind of gas distribution does the lseki TL4201 Mini tractor have, if it has a Japanese 4FA1 engine from 1984 to 1991, you need a picture with gear marks? I searched the whole Internet and found nothing, I really need it, I hope for you comrades we need gas distribution of gear marks and...

I took my u48 in last fall before warranty was up to get a small pilot control leak fixed. It is very small, they thought it was an oring but I guess it’s not. I’ve traced it to the #4 hose but instead of being the quick connect it looks like it may be the hose crimp. Still watching it but it’s...

Didnt think it would work but it does, so far. Have 3 blades I am going to make up brackets for so I can use them on this unit. one is a vee , an atv mini state plow, and an old gravely straight blade that would move dirt too.

I am thinking about getting a mini excv. I need some comments. I am 84 now and often still holes dug for planting and a ditch dug out sometimes and a shovel is just too hard at my age.So some of you who own a mini or looked at them. Give me your input. First of all I think I would like one with...

I've got some acreage in central Maine and I want to start building next year, and I want to do as much as I can myself. I'm debating whether to build on cement piers or go with an insulated slab. Both have pros and cons for building. What this post is all about is whether one of the one ton...

I have a mini excavator with a Kubota Z482-EF04 motor. I tipped it on its side today. After I up righted it I tried to start it but it would not turnover, I tried again to start it and it started but its blowing a lot of white smoke. I let it run at idle for about 45 minutes but its still...

Just saw an AGT mini-x on the Gold Rush Mine Rescue series. At the very end of season 4 episode 4 there were pictures showing what looks like probably a little 1 ton gas unit feeding a little trommel. First time I've seen one in use for something other than just homeowner or farm use. Will...

Was told the Mini I was looking at had a Lincoln motor. After research I think they were talking about the hydraulic motor, I couldn't find a Lincoln gas engine. I have only heard of the Briggs or the Chinese Honda knock off. Wondering if the Harbor Freight Predator would fit?

The mini's are so slow to move 1/4-1/2 mile. What have you fabricated to facilitate moving them? I was thinking a stone boat (sled) or maybe the FEL on my 70 hp tractor. Or maybe a simple trailer. What are the fertile minds using?

Here in the near future I will be buying a new mini excavator to use on my land not for business. I would like some thoughts on my dilemma: 1. The closest dealership (5 min away) is a Bobcat dealer. I have never run or worked on a Bobcat and know very little about them. The dealer sells and...

I've owned a Deere 1025R TLB for the past few years and the idea of a mini-ex has been gnawing at me for the past couple months. Close to pulling the trigger, but would love to hear some more feedback from those who've been there done that before I light 10-15 grand on fire. Mostly interested in...

I am looking at a very nice 2019 Kubota Kx71-3ss with a cab. I was surprised to find that it was built without air conditioning. On a tractor, I wouldn't even consider that, but maybe on an excavator it is more manageable. I probably wouldn't be spending an entire day in the cab, like with a...

I think I am in the market for a mini. I own a 10 acre commercial boarding stable and have a list of projects that would be much easier(and maybe even cheaper in the long run) if I buy one. Main uses would be trenching drainage, landscaping, and getting in and out of paddocks to scrape mud and...

Anyone use a mini split with dedicated solar panels? I don't have any connection or have I bought anything from this company but I like the idea of self contained solar...

I just picked up a used one 2018 mod with 1800 hrs. seems to be a good machine for the money. TB235

OEM link is obsolete. Changed stick pin size to 45mm. Have a bucket system with 45mm pins. Need to find a H link with a 45mm bucket pin and a 35mm cylinder pin. H link 6 1/4" wide x 11" to 13" pin to pin.

I know there is a lot of talk about the 1 ton's, but I am interested in the 2 ton's specifically this one https://www.ebay.com/itm/354985732038 anyone own one, know if it has a hydro filter, and what attachments can be ordered?

The left track of my excavator (Kubota KX41-2V) does not have enough power to make a turn. I replaced the left final drive but that didn't solve the problem. So I connected an extra set of hoses directly from the control valve left travel section to the drive motor, but no difference. The...

Hey all, I decided last fall I could really use a backhoe/mini ex for a bunch of projects around my property. Renting is complicated due to the frequent but short time I would need to dig, figured I would sell when i'm done or decide i cant live without it. These projects include: *Dig up poles...

Where do I find a forum here for Yanmar excavators?

Hi all, Can you please recommend tractor models / years options for my homeowner application: - maintenance of 5ft-wide trails (width ideally 4-4.5ft) if uncommon, how about a 5ft wide tractor with narrow wheels? - all trails on a North-facing slope in an oak woodland (4x4 or tracked) - top &...