IndyJay
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- 2021 Kioti DK4510MS w/Loader, Grapple Prev: Massey 1250
Looks like I may have one of these become available tomorrow.
Maintenance toolbox...?
- Thread starter Springfieldsaxd45acp
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I can't count how many times a locking forceps, hemotos, pliers saved my ace and countless four letter words were avoided. They are great for starting hard to reach nuts, picking up dropped hard to reach stainless steel fastners among dozens of other uses I've used them for.
sea2summit
Elite Member
I can all but guarantee something will soon, and there's nothing wrong with that. It's called being an equipment operator, being a GOOD equipment operator however means you'll probably (not always) find it before it's an issue
repete
Veteran Member
In addition to the above, a GOOD (I emphasize not cheap) set of snap ring pliers and a generous neighbor.I was thinking more along the lines of, what tools/ brands/ peoples favorite's....should I have to make maintenance life easier on me hands. Not necessarily kept in a "toolbox". I guess the two main things would be the tourqe wrench/socket set (metric I assume), and grease gun. Any specialty tools I should think of? Be nice to make up a dedicated tractor maintenance kit.
If you are talking working on a concrete floor get a good tool box with a place for everything so if you leave something laying on your tractor, you will see the missing tool in the box upon completion. I also find having a good roll-around tool cart is handy to place items on.
30 in. Service Cart with Drawer, White
Amazing deals on this White 30In Service Cart With Drawer at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.
www.harborfreight.com
Make a solid top out of metal that is not "recessed" and then get some old carpet squares to place on that (2'x2' squares). The cart makes a nice place to put stuff on and the below shelf is storage for cleaners, grease tubs etc.
Amvcane
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- 2012 Kioti CK35hst tlb; 1988 JD 420; 1990 JD 322; 1987 JD 332; 1985 JD 318; 2010 JD ProGator 2030A;
Congrats on the new tractor. Here are a few items I have needed.
A good oil filter wrench, everyone has their favorite.
A can of Dupli-color Chevy Orange Engine. For touch up and painting add-ons.
A pressure guage with quick coupler to plug into loader valve to check relief valve pressure.
A if your tires are loaded, a pressure guage that can be taken apart and cleaned.
A can of Fluid Film to spray in the key switch and lube any linkages.
Good luck, Andrew
A good oil filter wrench, everyone has their favorite.
A can of Dupli-color Chevy Orange Engine. For touch up and painting add-ons.
A pressure guage with quick coupler to plug into loader valve to check relief valve pressure.
A if your tires are loaded, a pressure guage that can be taken apart and cleaned.
A can of Fluid Film to spray in the key switch and lube any linkages.
Good luck, Andrew
Knipex brand snap ring pliers are good and we're reasonably priced. They saved my knuckles and prevented 4 letter words countless times.In addition to the above, a GOOD (I emphasize not cheap) set of snap ring pliers and a generous neighbor.
If you are talking working on a concrete floor get a good tool box with a place for everything so if you leave something laying on your tractor, you will see the missing tool in the box upon completion. I also find having a good roll-around tool cart is handy to place items on.
30 in. Service Cart with Drawer, White
Amazing deals on this White 30In Service Cart With Drawer at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.
Make a solid top out of metal that is not "recessed" and then get some old carpet squares to place on that (2'x2' squares). The cart makes a nice place to put stuff on and the below shelf is storage for cleaners, grease tubs etc.
OP
Springfieldsaxd45acp
New member
I know you're right, lol. Lots to learn. I think/hope, I've made all the "lifethreatening mistakes" this first time out.I can all but guarantee something will soon, and there's nothing wrong with that. It's called being an equipment operator, being a GOOD equipment operator however means you'll probably (not always) find it before it's an issue
... The day almost ended very badly....lessons learned.Just over 10hrs. on it now. I'll be giving it a good going over this weekend.
repete
Veteran Member
The day you think you have made all of the life threatening mistakes will be the day you make your biggest mistake. After nearly 50 years on equipment I know there are more mistakes awaiting me in the future... Complacency is a killer.I know you're right, lol. Lots to learn. I think/hope, I've made all the "lifethreatening mistakes" this first time out.
Just over 10hrs. on it now. I'll be giving it a good going over this weekend.
I know you were kidding about having made all the "life threatening mistakes" your first time out but respect the machine, Even a baby machine, with PTO driven tools, can do a number on you.
OP
Springfieldsaxd45acp
New member
Yeah...I'm done "playing" on it for sure.
Sure is alot a fun though.
Wheel spacers are on the "need" list!
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MinnesotaEric
Super Member
Cheers all...
What tools should one have in their diy maintenance toolbox for a ck2610hst? I'll hit me first 10hrs today, lol.
I got a H.F. ... (I know
HF's Gen 2 tool boxes are pretty good. As are the Icon toolsets they sell. Good drill presses, multi-function welders, pry bars and hammers, and all kinds of odds and ends. HF has become the new Sears Craftsman and they really are not bad until you get into big sockets and specialty wrenches and tools that they just don't offer.
In this photo I've got HF's Vulcan welding cart, in the back is a tool cart, the upper and lower 42" Gen 3 rollaway and chest, HF's 20" drill press, with one of the tool holders as well, one of their oil-less compressors (I really like it), up on the wall, I see a pair of their black wall-hanging cabinets. I know there are HF aluminum floor jacks and jack stands hidden from view. I don't have a whole lot of their hand tools mostly because I already had Mac and Snack-off tools from my mechanic days. These days, I really like their $89 battery chargers (just used one this morning). Anyway, being just about the only "local" tool place, I've wound up with a bunch of HFodds and ends.
