Recent content by live_roll

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    The Shop

    Shops are a lot like a woman's purse.... never big enough.... But one thing I have done in mine is tried to put casters under as many things as possible, Great for the Power-washing day,,just roll everything to one side then back and or re-arrange as efficiently as needed
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    3 Point hitch stabilizers keep bending

    If you are pulling any ground engaging implements, it is wise to raise them when making turns, trying to maintain straight lines or even gentle turns to follow contours but if not raising implement when cornering causes a lot of stress through entire hitch system and well the...
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    Phone rings, 8:50 AM.

    Well, the seat switch is just scratching the surface as far as the way they are engineering vehicles today Dumbing down everything.. self parking etc... I was raised that if you can't back up a trailer then you shouldn't ever be in front of one. I mean the way they are dumbing things down now it...
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    Howard Rotavator E Series II Selectatilth.

    Hell of a machine!! kind of makes these new ones into toys. We had an old Howard we used for breaking acres and acres of prairie, one pass and good to go, Getting into some buffalo hollows or undulating ground would make the 4020 John Deere snort and and pay attention, this was a six foot...
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    M7060 Cab Front Glass Panel Leaking.

    Yes, I had same issue with My 7060, leaking in both top front cab corners. Dealer handled it on warranty, brought out complete new seal kits for both doors and roof. Once they got working on it they realized that it was a poor wiring job they had done with initial set up of tractor, by dealer...
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    Salvaged Aluminum for Trailer Deck

    I did kind of a similar overhaul to a trailer that I purchased, I removed all of the old deteriorating planks, had the trailer blasted and painted. I was over at my neighbours and he deals in rebuilding / scrapping old heavy trucks and trailers and bought about a 14 ft, section of an old...
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    New orange paint on FDR 1672 mower

    Thanks for the post!! I have exactly the same project about to happen, I picked up a 1572 Finishing mower a month or so ago for 200.00, The vendor offered me a new set of blades for additional 50.00( I priced out blades @ local Kubota dealer for $ 43.00 each) I ordered up a decal set (...
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    What extras to buy?

    I would take a walk around your yard with a tape measure, and measure distances and clearances for the mower size you are considering, are the trees all mature? I have found over the years that what I could fit through at one time, I can't anymore, I am basically limited to a smaller deck...
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    What's up with Land Pride?

    Did you purchase the LP items through your local Kubota Dealer? or any dealer for that matter? I would follow up with them, boxing up the grapple and taking it back and laying it at the dealers feet, explain the situation, and DO NOT let them charge you anything more for the freight or...
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    Canadian sites to buy from?

    You can try your local Kijiji, and check around looking for local Ag. Newpapers, and local farm auctions. Anything in particular you are looking for? Cheers Roger
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    Chrome Crash Fedora

    Yikes!! haven't got a clue what you guys are talking about,, I thought this thread was about a shiny motorcycle helmet, perhaps the advantages of wearing one while blowing snow to keep warm and dry. Cheers Roger
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    Wheres VIC

    That looks great Vic, So when can I bring my B1200 down for a "tune-up" like that one? Cheers Roger
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    Moving the BX25

    I have done it in the past, once you become comfortable with the operating, it is a little nerve wracking initially, but it is easy to do and also if you are on soft ground it is an easier way to get yourself "unstuck". A backhoe in experienced hands can do some amazing things, I have watched...
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    BX toolbox

    You can try your local Kubota dealer. they do have tool boxes available. Parts guy may have to look into his book for the part, but they are available have one on both my BX and my zero-turn.they u-clamp bolt to the ROPS. take about 10 minutes to install. Cheers Roger
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    Road travel

    And make sure that your front diff. is NOT engaged if travelling any distance. Cheers Roger