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  1. arml

    10-30 0il question

    can I use regular 10-30 oil in a B5100e or must it be diesel spec only?
  2. arml

    Loaded for the show

    Now that is an overload....but nice.
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    Who did I piss off??????

    Around here.... nobody wants a 211....they go with Echo, I agree with that.
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    B5100E cranks slowly

    Are the glow plugs working? Mine starts instantly when glow plugs are hot....
  5. arml

    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    I'll give that a shot....if weather here gets decent.
  6. arml

    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    I have no clue what you are telling me, now I was a radio operator in Vietnam, repaired many radios in the field, called in some air strikes....but never had to fix a tractor in the field. All in all....thanks for the tip....can't say I'll be able to follow that. Not my forte....
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    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    OK, got out yesterday....moving lots of logs and, such....worked that little mule like a Clydesdale.. 4 hours... gauge is still sitting on 1/8 to a minuscule 1/4 ....all the coolant is topped, engine sounds fine, couple times it got louder but, not alarming. I can't figure this , maybe I will...
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    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    Thanks gentlemen for all the replies and, suggestions. I'm going to take a break for now, to cold to do anything anyway...I'll let you know how I make out. Henro...I don't drink beer...I'm a Bourbon man. LOL
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    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    OK, out here in the shed, temp dropped outside to 38 now...fired the tractor, been running mid speed for 25 min....engine sounds normal, rad temp @ 138...exhaust manifold @ 156....engine at valve cover 128. gauge shows @ 1/8 with a bounce like thermostat is opening and suddenly closing.....I...
  10. arml

    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    Yea, should of thought about that, I'll fire it up and check that. On the rad I presume.
  11. arml

    BX2200 won't go to operating temp

    Will only reach about 1/8th on gauge. Rad is full, pump is spinning....engine sounds a bit louder than norm. it's 52 out here so it should rise I would think, been using it for the better part of 2 hours. Any thoughts ?
  12. arml

    Should moderators be elected by membership?

    it's simple really, just open the door and, leave.
  13. arml

    GR2120 Fuel gauge

    Strange....better call Saul.
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    Global warming in SE PA this AM

    And this morning....minus 8
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    Global warming in SE PA this AM

  16. arml

    Battery powered fuel transfer pump?

    LOL found this on the floor "r" use it as you wish. I'll talk to my keyboard latter.....
  17. arml

    Battery powered fuel transfer pump?

    Just set this one up, works well rechargeable 21Volt battery All the lines etc. come with it. I added a water separator filter. Nice, portable....well made.
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    Anyone use one of those rechargeable battery powered fuel transfer pumps

    Well I received the pump today from Temu....I was surprised, Very well built, pump itself is cast iron, I found all the fittings very close to spec...tape takes care of the rest. Intake and discharge are 1" nozzle seems well made....lacks a hanger though, Have it set up on one of my drums, will...
  19. arml

    Bad day at the shop...

    Splitting some split wood for kindling tonight....had to put an edge on my hatchet that I use for that task Well damn if I didn't get my index finger caught up in that wheel....for a second I thought it was raining in the shop...nope....just a nice mist of red...goo. Guess I made a good contact...
  20. arml

    Battery Disconnect Switch

    I use battery disconnect switches on all my tractors, not for theft but, for mouse protection. They like to chew and, I don't want a fire. Doubt they will deter theft like others have said.