Search results

  1. hodge

    I know that it's green, but...

    Once I got caught up on the stabilizer list, I focused my attention on my dad's tractor. He's waited 10 months for a set of telescoping stabilizers, and he's been very patient. So, I built a set for his JD 5065E. These were a prototype- I wanted to make the lift arm bracket removeable, so that...
  2. hodge

    Hobart Handler 210 MVP versus Miller Millermatic 211 MVP

    Often, there is a thread about what welder people use, or what is a good suggestion, arc versus mig, etc. I thought that I would share my experiences for the everyday joe, looking to buy a user-friendly mig welder. I started out with a worn out Lincoln SP135 mig welder, and a Lincoln tombstone...
  3. hodge

    Found something cool today

    I, along with a friend of mine, have been tearing down a house addition that was built in 1909 (the main house was built in 1900). There is a LOT of junk, but in the midst of it all are some neat tidbits. We have collected a decent amount of chestnut oak 2x4's, along with 1" boards. There was an...
  4. hodge

    Time for change

    Stabilworks, and specifically the customers, have been good to me. At the same time, it has gotten overwhelming. Originally, I started building telescoping stabilziers to fill in my income and because I enjoy building/fabricating/designing things. As word of mouth has spread, business has...
  5. hodge

    New John Deere

    Nothing quite like throwing rocks at a bees nest. My dad has a Ford New Holland 3930, 1997 with 1183 hours on it. 4WD, loader, excellent condition. He has kicked the idea around before about getting a tractor with a cab, but just talked. Well, the talk has stopped. We are going to look at a JD...
  6. hodge

    Anybody else have issues with the forum service?

    I typically jump on OTT, check for messages, and go to New Posts. Lately, when I try to go to the next page (of New Posts), whether I click on the number or the next page icon, all that I get is a "sorry- no matches" window. Is it just me?
  7. hodge

    An interesting observation

    I build custom stabilizers, as some of you know. I have built somewhere in the neighborhood of 450 sets. I haven't set down and counted, but I feel safe to say that 95% of them have been for Kubota's. This is where it gets interesting- most other manufacturers still put turnbuckles on their...
  8. hodge

    Got my stickers today

    I received my OTT stickers today, in an envelope with a handwritten address, and a handwritten thank-you note inside. If you are getting impatient waiting for your stickers, please remember that the leadership of this site are hands-on, and personal. It takes time, which makes it better, in my...
  9. hodge

    B7100 turfs to ags- it's been a long wait

    I finally made the switch/justified the cost. I am very pleased.
  10. hodge

    Any member with an L2400? I could benefit from some measurements

    I am in need of some measurements from an L2400, specifically. What I need are; 1) Distance between the rear tires 2) With both lift arms opened up to the point that they touch the tires, measure the distance between them- ball to ball. If you have one and can help, I would be VERY...
  11. hodge

    funny and clean- a rare opportunity

  12. hodge

    Anybody with insight or info on a Benjamin Air Pistol?

    I have found a second treasure in a closet in our house- the first was a really nice Iver-Johnson 22 target pistol, and the second, found yesterday, was a Benjamin Air Pistol, model 102, in the original box with instructions and the included tin of lead pellets. It holds air and shoots, although...
  13. hodge

    Anbody heard of a toothbar for a scraper blade?

    Anybody heard of or witnessed one?
  14. hodge

    Did anybody go see "Unstoppable"?

    I was blown away, and left with a lot to contemplate. I also fell in love with the new Warren Barfield song "The Time Is Now", which is in line with my personal mantra- I am not ashamed of Christ. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=rUQAyd5GSV0
  15. hodge

    Anybody heard anything out of Kytim?

    It has been a good while since I've seen him post, and don't want to assume the worse. Anybody know how he's doing or if he is still doing?
  16. hodge

    Good guys 1, thugs 0

    http://www.nbc29.com/story/23292478/tables-turn-on-fontaine-avenue-robbery-suspects Some would say (read some of the comments posted after the article) that it was wrong to beat these guys, but I say they had to take the consequences of their choices, and they got off pretty lucky. They will...
  17. hodge

    A little affirmation

    I just want to say that I appreciate each of you on this site, and hopefully without hurting anyones feelings, especially the folks that I have come to know more personally in one way or another, whether it be through banter, business, or downright friendship. Obviously, I don't know everybody...
  18. hodge

    Anybody know anything about a JD 1650?

    I have a prospective customer with a John Deere 1650, and she is interested in telescoping stabilizers for it. It is rare when I can't find photos online, but this model seems to be a scarce commodity. I found one grainy photo of one, about half stripped down. So, does anyone have experience, or...
  19. hodge

    OTT sticker

    I really like the OTT emblem in the upper left corner of the screen! Any chance that will become a sticker one day, to proudly display on a truck, tractor, or toolbox? I'd buy one. Make that sucker about as big as a basketball...
  20. hodge

    Why would someone do this?

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kubota-B6000-B6100-B6200-4wd-4x4-4-Wheel-Drive-Compact-Diesel-Tractor-w-Mower-/230941059523