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I'm a rookie when it comes to tractor implements. I just received my Kubota 2910 and bought a box blade and post hole digger for the 3 point.<br>However I have quickly discovered that putting the 3 point attachments on and taking them off seems to be a pain in the butt (even with all the adjustable links on the 2910). Is there something I'm doing wrong? What is the secret to easily installing and removing 3 point implements?<br>So far I am very glad I went with the mid-mount mower deck as it goes on and comes off easier than any of my 3 point stuff. Am I just incompetent or this the way 3 point stuff works?

3 Point Attachments Installation Woes
Tractor Projects
Replies 16 Post by Elkoboy

I just recently received my Kubota 2910 with 72 inch mid-mount mower deck and R4 tires. A large part of my decision to go with the Kubota was because of its weight - it's 700 pounds or so lighter than the TC29/TC33 and the tractor was going to be on the lawn once a week mowing and I didn't want to run the risk of doing a lot of damage to it.

I chose the R4 tires as they seemed to be the most versatile choice for doing both mower and loader work. As far as any damage to the lawn I mowed last week after a day of dry weather (it had been raining off and on for about a week) and the only damage I did was when turning very sharply (don't do this) and I don't know that turf tires will eliminate this effect completely either. I did get a loaner 2150 from the dealer with turf tires on it for a week before I got my 2910, so I got a chance to see them in action also. Turf tires are definitely easier on your lawn than R4's, but you will sacrifice some traction elsewhere, as well as some sidewall rigidity when doing loader work. The turfs also give a bouncier ride IMO but are definitely the way to go if you're going to be working on turf most of the time.

I also debated at length about the 60 inch versus the 72 inch deck for the very reason you mentioned - manuverability. My final choice was to get the bigger deck as my intention was to reduce my mowing time as much as possible. I am glad I got the bigger deck although if you have a lot of obstacles to mow around and/or between, you might consider the smaller deck. I cut my mowing time from 3 plus hours with a 42 inch deck to less than 1 hour with the new tractor!

Side or Read Discharge R4 or Turf Mowing Time Price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Elkoboy

2000-06-06

We have a good 600 twisty up and down feet to trench now for 4 inch conduit and more later. I am about to replace our current 1720 Ford with a 32 speed utility model (min speed about 1/4 mph, 80 PTO hp). A SSL attachment plate for the loader is my goal, for the versatility it offers.

Any thoughts on whether that setup would work with a trencher, folks?

Thanks in advance,
Jim

3 point trencher
Operating and Attachments
Replies 8 Post by Jim Hardwick

Did you just buy the plans or did you get a kit from Metco Supply? How long to build? Does it seem to put a lot of pressure on the 3pt hitch? I'm asking because I have seen the castings on other tractors crack - but not due to a back hoe attachment. The pictures on their web site look good and the price is certainly right - compared to units at the Kubota dealer. These units also look similar to the units available from Northern Equipment (N. Hydraulics). Any advice and hints would be appreciated. Thanks.

CadPlans
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 5 Post by Richard Harburn

Thanks for everyone's input. As my friend's father, who was a Gas Company man all his life, used to say "Now! we're cooking with gas".

Loader down force
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 15 Post by Eric Edwards

We are a Bush Hog dealer. Exactly what model Bush Hog did you buy? I am assuming it was used since it did not come with a PTO shaft. A rotary cutter generally does not use a 1 3/8 six spine on both ends since the cutter needs to have shear bolt or slip clutch protection in the driveline. There are some metric drivelines that Bush Hog uses that have 6 spines on both ends, but there is a special built in shear bolt arrangement in the shaft. This is only used on a few models in current production. This is the type of shaft you must have otherwise there is no driveline, cutter, or tractor protection. The horsepower of the tractor and the size of the cutter dictate the size of the driveline needed. Almost all Bush Hog drivelines are metric in current production models. Let us know what model and serial # you have and we can supply you with the correct Bush Hog driveline.

David Paul
Affordable Equipment Inc.
600 Ross Ave.
Easley, SC 29640

864-859-2623

Bush hog driveshaft
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 5 Post by David Paul

Mark you were talking about a farm equipment guide blue book. where can I get one?

JOHN DEERE 950
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Michael J. Mentes

I have priced a NH 35D, 4wd, super-steering for $16200. Can this price be beat?<br>Thanks,Carl

NH 35D Price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Carl G. Lopp

Jerry, thanks for the info on the 1217 backhoe. I bought my tractor online from tractorsmart.com. I am looking at a used 1210 with a mowing deck for 9,0000. The models have changed abit since the 1210 and I was wondering if it was a fair price?

MF 1240
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 14 Post by Martin

HI JIM! I GOT YOUR E-MAIL ABOUT A 5' BELLY MOWER FOR A JD 855 (1995).THIS WAS BACK IN LATE MARCH.I WAS WONDERING IF YOU HAD ANY LEFT? WHAT CONDITIONARE THEY IN & WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED.ALSO WHAT PRICES ARE WE LOOKING AT? THANKS JIM. JEFF IN NEW JERSEY. E-MAIL ADDRESS-JJJ66_99@YAHOO.COM.

Kub JD mid-mowers 4 sale
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 6 Post by JEFF

Hi Frank; What are looking to spend? I am selling a JD 755 with attachments. See my post, the photo link and post is at the top of the next page of post on this forum.

David

Looking for a Compact diesel to mow 9 acres
Operating and Attachments
Replies 7 Post by dsg

2000-06-06

Since new in 1988, my Ford 1720 with manual shuttle and 7108 loader has had only one minor problem. The foot throttle cable loosened up or became dislodged in some way. Took the dealer about a half hour or less to fix it on a routine lub service visit.

A bulletproof machine. I am close to taking delivery of a NH utility size tractor (TN90F) and wonder if Fiat has maintained the reliability while improving the technology a great deal.

Time will tell.

Jim

How long without a repair
Parts and Repair
Replies 6 Post by Jim Hardwick

Frank, it depends on the condition and hours on it. I bought a 1995 B7100HSD new (in July '95) with a B1630 front end loader for $10,850. It was a fine little machine and I got a lot of work done with it, but in July '99, I decided to buy a new B2710 to get power steering, position control on the 3-point, and more loader capacity, and the dealer gave me $8,000 for the B7100 with just under 500 hours on it. Of course, I don't know how much he sold it for.

Faie price for 1995 Kubota B7100 4wd
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Bird Senter

TomG. Ford 8N has 3PT hitch but the pins are smaller than present day Cat 1. Implements can be modified to work on them. All the systems in use today from Cat 1 to Cat 4 are the result of Henry Ferguson's invention which he licensed to Henry Ford. It is still often referred to as "The Ferguson System" .

which used tractor to buy
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by dave piper

Bob. Tractor is only run in FWD when absolutely necessary. One of its jobs is to move round bales to feed lot but this is done with rear bale spear. I have used this tractor many times and it is my opinion that it has much more than the recommended 5 to 7% lead time. Moving dirt with it when he was building his house the front tires seemed to be "ratcheting" which would indicate severe axle windup. As to the problems: It involved seals leaking in the outer drives which allowed water in which ruined complex bearings and shaft splines. As to the engines; Again he has had no problem but the 10 or so that were in a pile behind the former dealership had all started with some sort of head problem and went downhill from there. They had all failed within 300 hrs. and were under warranty. I doubt that either of you will have problems with engines since they have lasted this long. He was unable to offer any help on a source of parts since MF discontinued the model and apparently lost interest in building pieces for it. I think his last set of bearings came from some sort of specialty store but am not sure since he has a tendency to talk faster than I can understand ,especially when it's early in the morning. In all other ways these are a good tractor, fast powerful hydraulics, good ergonomics etc. wishing you luck. Dave in Vt.
P.S. If the electrical system ever goes completely dead I have a cure for that too.
(This message was edited by MRS., who can actually spell. We did this for you, Kim Hartshorn!)

Researching a MF 1030
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 13 Post by dave piper

Brian. I think your only problem will be with the 6' mower. Brochure for the 1510 says max. of 5'. Regards . Dave in
Vt.

Can a 1510 pull it
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by dave piper

Shibaura has a web site at http://www.shibaura.com . Have you tried them?

The FAQ has some resources for grey market owners. Check them out at the URL below:

English Language Manuals
Shibaura
Replies 2 Post by KenB

Does anyone know of a dealer in Minnesota, Wisconsin or Iowa who handles both Deere and NewHolland? I haven't found one but am looking to make it easier to trade the 4600 for the TC40D. My local NewHolland Dealer wants $5500 to trade the 4600 hydro (40 hours) 72" midmount mower, 460 loader on the TC40D with 84" midmount mower and 17A loader.

Any dealers in midwest who handle both Deere and NewHolland
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Terry Weivoda

How does an 1949 Ford 8N compare in horsepower to the JD4100 (gear 4x4)? I am actually wondering how implements for the 8N stack up vs the new tractor.. I have seen specs that gave the 8N 18 to 23 HP at the drawbar (which converts to 26 to 33 engine HP i believe), I have also seen specs that gave it 18 at the PTO and 23 engine. So I am not sure which rating is more accurate.. I know the 4100 is 20 HP engine and 17 PTO HP.. How much would 4x4 help handling implements even if the HP is less than the 8N. Could the 4100 pull a one bottom plow? How big of a bushhog can the 8N handle?I am also studying the specs of the JD 790 and Kub L2600, but feel that they will certainly outpull the 8N due to more HP and 4x4. I like the other tractors better, but the price on the 4100 keeps dropping (last weeks paper advertised it for $9495) so that weighs in also.Thanks for the help...

Older 8N vs JD4100
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by ThatGuy

Jeff I got my tractor back Saturday morning while I was out on a job. Late Saturday afternoon I got to use it for about 2 hours to start digging out tree stumps. The small stumps 3" to 8" could be pulled with out any problem. I had one old 18" stump & one 15" fresh stump that took a lot of digging to cut all the roots. After I was able to break them loose I did not have any troble lifting them out of the hole & moving the to the burn pile. This is the first time I ever used a backhoe and it takes some time to coordinate all the moves. I kept lifting the back of the tractor off the ground and dragging it towards the hole. We had Gradution parties yesterday & it rained today so I have not gotten to use it again. It has plenty of power & I can now see all kinds of jobs I can use it for. Chris

JD4400 owners journal
John Deere Tractors
Replies 26 Post by Chris in IN