Kubota M7040 with grooved R4's

[LouNY]

They make them in several different "weights" some are 7mm, some 8mm and a few 9 or 11mm.
The different sizes of the chains, not really weight but close.

 

[Rob41]

I think next summer I'll get a set of the 9mm talons. I see them now for my 16.9-24 rears for about $1,300.

 

[ovrszd]

Not sure of your situation, around here the local Townships mostly run 14.00x24 grader tires. They sell off their old chains when they are worn down enough to start giving them trouble. They are mostly 2-link crossbar type chains. I have gave away 3 pair over the years. They would outlast your tractor.

 

[Rob41]

Definatly something to keep in mind.

 

[pokey1416]

Rob41--Great pics. Thank you very much. Great thread.

Here’s my post at OTT and I have this groover. I’m willing to share it for the cost of shipping + $25. That would be enough to keep ordering blades. I have a PayPal account, wife does Venmo. PM me if interested or better yet email me at pugota.kubota@gmail.com

Jeff

Does tire grooving really work?

 

[TractorTYMe]

I was going to use Aqualine chains, but my tractor has them plastic fender with very little room for studded chains it seems.

 

[arrow]

Here’s my post at OTT and I have this groover. I’m willing to share it for the cost of shipping + $25. That would be enough to keep ordering blades. I have a PayPal account, wife does Venmo. PM me if interested or better yet email me at pugota.kubota@gmail.com

Jeff

Does tire grooving really work?

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I thought "Venmo" was a character on Sesame Street.
I wonder if this is the same guy who makes audio stuff?

 

[Rob41]

I guess some tractors are easier to put chains on than others. I think the majority of M7040's came with R1 tires but mine has R4. That makes for more room in the wheel wells.

I was going to use Aqualine chains, but my tractor has them plastic fender with very little room for studded chains it seems.

I'm going to get a set but not till summer for next winter. I think my current set up is working just fine for my driveway and around my barns. The only place I need them is going to the back of my property where there are a couple sizable hills.

 

[TractorTYMe]

I did put V-bar chains on the front yesterday.

 

[Rob41]

Nice, let us know how well they work for you.

 

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I did put V-bar chains on the front yesterday.

When I chained up my fronts with 2 link ladders, it made the thing just about unstoppable in snow.
You're gonna notice a good size difference.
The advantages of front chains are traction of course, but also steering, better directional stability with off set loads like a front plow would give and tire protection as well when going into the "stick ups".

 

[Rob41]

When I chained up my fronts with 2 link ladders, it made the thing just about unstoppable in snow.
You're gonna notice a good size difference.
The advantages of front chains are traction of course, but also steering, better directional stability with off set loads like a front plow would give and tire protection as well when going into the "stick ups".

I may just try the fronts only this year. My neighbor across the street has some chains he wants to see if they will fit so I'm waiting for that. He's a real good guy and I don't want to just run out and get chains after he was so kind to offer.

I think the steering like you mention will be at least as big of an improvement as traction.

 

[ovrszd]

I may just try the fronts only this year. My neighbor across the street has some chains he wants to see if they will fit so I'm waiting for that. He's a real good guy and I don't want to just run out and get chains after he was so kind to offer.

I think the steering like you mention will be at least as big of an improvement as traction.

I'm not a fan of chaining the front only. By design the front driveline isn't nearly as strong as the rear. When chained you are shifting a large percentage of the traction task to the front.