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    Why are trucks so big?

    The regular Ford mechanics can take the entire cab off in less than an hour. I think I remember seeing one post from a mechanic that said he could do it in 30 minutes. In other words, they are made to take off, so it's a lot less labor intensive. Actually, was a very good job engineering...
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    Why are trucks so big?

    Just a thought on expensive diesel oil changes .... I don't know if you like crawling underneath or not, but you might consider a Fumoto valve. It lets you fill gallon containers one at a time which makes moving the oil, etc pretty easy. I buy my Rotella T-6 oil on Amazon or Walmart. I also...
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    In search of a better truck for towing the M6060 and folding cutter.

    Fwiw, my wife was sold on the F450 the first time she had to brake in a hurry. Personally, I like the tight turns I can make although braking is of course important. My F450 is a 2010, btw. I've had it 13 years, and it's still completely solid. I'm glad you are enjoying the F450.
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    Thoughts or advise

    I'd consider taking the stump jumper and blades off. It might be a bit difficult, but faster than cutting it off by the piece. If you are talking midpoint mower, I'd take it off, flip it over and still take everything off. I've lifted my mower deck for my lawn mower and used the tractor to...
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    I shouldn't complain about how other people treat their stuff

    He's very artistic and can do a lot that I can't. I don't see that as dumb, but for sure, kind of oblivious to his surroundings. ;)
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    Off road, dumping trailer?

    Mine is this one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008FC62Q6?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_17&th=1
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    Off road, dumping trailer?

    I was going to build one, but then I found the trailers on Amazon with dual axles for less than I could build one for. I'm not sure how they sell them so cheap.
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    I shouldn't complain about how other people treat their stuff

    Some people are just really hard on equipment. I don't think this is fixable. At least, the people I know who are hard on equipment don't seem to learn from paying for the fixes. Fwiw, one of my brothers blew up the engine on pretty much every vehicle he ever drove for any time no matter who...
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    Automotive Museum and Member Classics...What We Do For Fun.

    I don't remember if I posted this or not. Any way, here it is. Not quite 20 years old.
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    Bucket hooks

    Center of the bucket. However, you might want to reinforce your bucket depending on what you plan to lift.
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    Why are trucks so big?

    I agree with Botamon. My F450 is big to haul what I carry in it.
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    Off road, dumping trailer?

    There are a few trailers on Amazon with single and double axles and atv tires.
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    how to tell if the dealer put on the 3.6" offset on the rears

    It looks to me that there is a spacer in there, and it looks wider than mine that are the OEM spacers. If there is no spacer, the inside of the rear tire will be very close to the fender ... about an inch or a bit more.
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    Best ideas for adjustable lifting strap or chains?

    Use a short length of chain with a hook to take up length. It's obviously easier to loosen compared to almost anything else once the load is lowered since you only need to take the chain out of the hook. For hooking to the load, I use a D-Ring with strap or chain depending on what I'm lifting.
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    Is LX2620 Enought Tractor

    Take a look at GP Outdoors on YouTube. He has a Cab LX2610 and does work in the woods, etc. https://www.youtube.com/@GPOutdoors
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    Snow plowing

    If you will plow your driveway, I'd go with a rear mount blade which is a lot cheaper and also use it for dirt work and ballast. If you have very much snow, it's handy to have a front bucket to move the snow out of the way once it piles up. Make sure you buy a wide enough rear blade to offset...
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    Options for Discharge Covers

    Have thought about using chain like this?
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    L Series or M Series?

    I'd look at http://tractorhouse.com for prices.
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    L Series or M Series?

    4x4 is pretty handy. I don't know if that matters for you or not. If your Case has worked fine for you, the M4800 should as well. (I'm assuming the Case isn't 4x4). I don't know what the resale difference might be, but if you don't think you'll trade for a while that probably doesn't matter.
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    Air Compressor

    I'm afraid I don't have anything near that quiet and powerful. However, it seems like most people at least list the dB. The quieter powerful ones are a lot more expensive.