Recent content by theironmonger

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    BXpanded Thumb,Root Ripper, quick connect- Problems-Warranty

    Don't use it. I was at the Kubota dealer last week buying another set of wear shims (sleeves) and pin from the crappy mild steel pin screwing up my backhoe. I had left it in since I could not find my old pin. Another big mistake! I figured I would just gingerly use it.. I brought in the pin...
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    BXpanded Thumb,Root Ripper, quick connect- Problems-Warranty

    That seems to be the norm> like I said they did send me out a replacement for the first order then I was told by the owner that they had sent out the wrong thumb twice! Strange how it all bolted up.. I did have the first one for a bit of time but never used it at all so I guess I fit into the...
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    BXpanded Thumb,Root Ripper, quick connect- Problems-Warranty

    I have a b2601 at 25 horsepower it is apparent to me that the fit and strength of the steel are inadequate for this machine. So again why sell it? You are probably correct they are used to people buying stuff and actually not using it. It's too bad but they initially seemed like nice people but...
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    BXpanded Thumb,Root Ripper, quick connect- Problems-Warranty

    Yes one of my solutions was to buy a bolt then grind it down to get rid of the slop in the holes. Then thought about welding heavy duty metal around the square tube and reinforced metal plate. Never welded anything up. Doing the bolt part helped quite a bit but then the long grease able pin bent...
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    BXpanded Thumb,Root Ripper, quick connect- Problems-Warranty

    This is my letter to the BBB Also my review on youtube Honestly, I was very conflicted initially about leaving a review as I was informed that this company was very reputable. I have since changed my mind and hope this helps someone make a decision in buying products for your machine. I have...