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  1. Fiddlin Farmer

    Large round bales on L3430 3-point spike

    Does anyone have experience moving large round bales with a 3-point spike? I have an L3430 with a 3-point lift rating of 2650 lbs at 24" behind. Would I be able to lift an 1800lb bale enough to move it without dragging the ground? I don't need to stack them, just move them around. And a...
  2. Fiddlin Farmer

    Tire size ratio for L3430

    I need to replace the front tires on my L3430. The previous owner had 355/80D20 R3 turf tires on the back, and 27x8.50-15NHS R4's on the front. Is it enough to match the 27x8.5-15 when replacing the fronts, or should I be concerned about diameter variance between different brands of that size...
  3. Fiddlin Farmer

    R1 and R4 vs clay and thorns

    So, I just became a Kubota owner last weekend when I bought my 2003 L3430 with LA513 loader. My first order of business is to ditch the turf tires. I have to say though, coming from my 1966 Ford 2000, I am absolutely amazed at how this tractor can get through wet clay even with turf tires...