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    How hot is too hot?

    I have a l5740 that runs one bar past the middle whenever its under load or working. I have flushed the coolant and replaced with new green coolant 50/50 plus a coolant additive, used an air compressor to thoroughly clean radiator fins, then wash the radiator with water hose. I have also...
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    Cruise control not engaging

    Any thoughts on where to begin on a l5740 hydro cruise control that will not engage? Additionally the speedometer is not working but I don't think these 2 things are related?
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    Hydrostat noise question

    I just got a 5740 hst. I've never driven an HST, I've only driven a GST for 10 yrs. I hear a noise when underway , almost sounds like an exhaust leak (not a gear whine). But if I'm stationary and Rev it up I can barely hear it ? It's only underway when I hear it....is this normal? Any thoughts
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    Price difference?

    Anybody know the price difference for 4 new tires and rim assemblies vs just 4 new tired?
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    5740 R4 swap to Ags

    What's the cheapest way to swap from r4 to ag tires? 1. Will I need new rims all the way round.....even the front rims? 2. Regarding rear rims...could I keep center piece and just order outer rim?
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    5740 vs 5040

    Can someone explain how the 5740 creates more horsepower than the 5040 when they are both turbo charged and have the exact same engine? Ps why are the ads over taking
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    Unknown part identification

    Here is a picture of the positive wire from my battery. What is the box part on the wire. The parts description just says "box". What is the purpose of this box and can I do without it? My bolts are corroded and striped. I'm going to have to cut this box off to put a new battery terminal...
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    Rebuilding a woods finishing mower spindle Q

    has anyone rebuild a woods finishing mower spindle? I was wondering if anyone could offer any tips. Did it require a press, How hard is it to remove spindle from housing, etc. I have a parts schematics and plan on replacing all seals bearings and internals...much cheaper than buying a whole...
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    I drilled into my ROPS......

    and it felt great!!!!!!!:D:p
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    rear wheel lock problems

    The lever on the floor for locking the rear wheels is extremely hard to press down. It has not always been this hard. Its basically so hard to push i lift my body up for leverage and the seat kill switch activates. Any ideas on adjusting or correcting?
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    2008 5040d with loader

    160 hrs mint. 601 573 7727 $27,500 OBO. MADISON MS
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    extra remotes

    How hard is it to add an extra set of remotes. Either front or rear. What would the parts be and how much labor is involved? Cost?
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    R4 for Ag tire swap wanted

    I have a set of R4s I'd like to swap for a set ag tires. The tires are off a L5040 needed Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9-26 what i have Industrial front: 10-16.5 Industrial rear: 17.5L-24 The R4s have 150 hrs of pasture use and have been garage kept. You can still...
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    Beware of SCAM artist - Ultimate Market Place

    I got a call from someone with this outfit out of Nebraska - The Ultimate Marketplace He said he saw my listing for sale on TractorHouse.com and told me that he works to facilitate private buyers by getting them financed to move on machinery they don't have the cash for and then trying to get...
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    L5040 GST w/loader 150 hrs MINT For Sale

    Garage kept, well maintained, third valve, rear remotes, 854 loader, used for cutting 25 acre farm, almost spotless, asking $28,500 OBO 601 573 7727 http://www.tractorhouse.com/listingsdetail/detail.aspx?OHID=8422793
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    disc accumulating dirt

    I have one gang of disc In the front that always collects dirt. As in it cakes the whole disk and makes ineffective. Does anyone have any tips or tricks to prevent this?
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    bush hogging rates?

    What are the local rates for bushhogging? do you charge by hour or by size?
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    max loader capacity question

    Is there a test that anyone uses to determine if there loader is lifting to its max capacity? i have a 514 loader and feel like it should be lifting more. I often have to back out of a load that the loader cannot lift. Yes my rpms are maxed out, when trying, but what else could i...
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    people with tillers question

    What is your tilling process for virgin dirt and dirt that has been disced within a year? do you use a plow first and come back with the tiller or only till? if so it seems that buying a tiller would save me time with food plots? i d like to change implements as little as possible.
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    valve stem protection

    Monday I drove my 3240 as far off home base as I ever have ever beenbeen. I drove down four miles to do some loader work for a food plot. the log pile I was pushing out clipped my front valve stem and left me stranded in the woods. question, how can I add some protection to the valve stem so...