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John Deere 5100M with H260 loader
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I have only used the bb720 mower from woods, but if the 8 and 10ft version are any thing like the 7ft they are definitely worth considering. I have used the bb720 just over five years. So far I have had to purchase new blades and replace the bearings on the right side rear tail wheel. It has, by my standards, been a solid mower. Definitely worth taking a look at.
I ordered the 5100M having never seen one. The 5320 I have been using has been absolutely great. I have had zero problems with it. When I started looking for a bit of larger tractor my first thought was the 5085E. But after reading and researching I decided that a 100 hp would be better suited for pulling a 15 ft cutter.
Another reason for going with the M series was the increased hydraulic flow. I use a 3pt bush hog backhoe from time to time to dig up stumps so i guessed the increased flow might help. I had even thought about adding a small hydraulic powered mower mounted to the front end loader in the future. I am not sure that would work though.
I ordered the 5100M having never seen one. The 5320 I have been using has been absolutely great. I have had zero problems with it. When I started looking for a bit of larger tractor my first thought was the 5085E. But after reading and researching I decided that a 100 hp would be better suited for pulling a 15 ft cutter.
Another reason for going with the M series was the increased hydraulic flow. I use a 3pt bush hog backhoe from time to time to dig up stumps so i guessed the increased flow might help. I had even thought about adding a small hydraulic powered mower mounted to the front end loader in the future. I am not sure that would work though.
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18.4R30 In. 143A8 R1 Radial for the rear and 12.4R24 In. 122A8 R1 Radial for the front.
I have to deal with 10-15 flat tires each year so I decided to experiment with some tire sealant. I bought seven gallons of gemplers ultra seal tire sealant.
GEMPLER'S ® Ultraseal
I am hoping this will greatly reduce the number of times I will have to remove the tires and take them to the tire repair shop. From what I read people either hate the stuff or love it.
I have to deal with 10-15 flat tires each year so I decided to experiment with some tire sealant. I bought seven gallons of gemplers ultra seal tire sealant.
GEMPLER'S ® Ultraseal
I am hoping this will greatly reduce the number of times I will have to remove the tires and take them to the tire repair shop. From what I read people either hate the stuff or love it.
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During the last year most of the flats were caused by small pieces of wood about half the size of a pencil. I have had some success plugging the first few. Then I would end up with tubes in the tires.
I am not familiar with the differences in bias and radial. Why did you prefer the radial tires?
I am not familiar with the differences in bias and radial. Why did you prefer the radial tires?
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Just a quick update.
The tractor was scheduled to be delivered today 10-3-14 around lunch time. Shortly after lunch the dealer called and said the delivery was cancelled because of brake issues. The mechanic that was installing the power beyond noticed that the brakes would go soft after the tractor idled for more than a few minute.
Maybe next week sometime I will have some updated info.
The tractor was scheduled to be delivered today 10-3-14 around lunch time. Shortly after lunch the dealer called and said the delivery was cancelled because of brake issues. The mechanic that was installing the power beyond noticed that the brakes would go soft after the tractor idled for more than a few minute.
Maybe next week sometime I will have some updated info.
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I didn't hear anything from the dealer today regarding the air in brakes issue. Maybe they are close to getting it sorted out. I sure hope so.