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Which one should you buy? The one you like best. Hard to say since you don't say how big those trees and boulders are. Clearing trees is usually slow and tedious at best with ANY compact tractor, but generally speaking (not true in EVERY case, of course), the smaller tractor can do the same things as the larger one; just have to take smaller bites and more time.

4100 vs 4200
John Deere Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Bird Senter

Clemson, I'm surprised that you'd have 3/4" pins. You could use bushings, but if it were me, I'd replace the pins with 7/8" pins. Wouldn't want the slack in the hookup that would eventually wallow out larger holes.

Attaching the Cutter to the 3PH
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 3 Post by Bird Senter

Peters, I'll agree that GM hasn't had a very good record with the diesels in pickups (and cars) in the past, but sure wonder about your statement about Isuzu not having a good record either. You obviously know something I don't because I used to have an Isuzu diesel sedan, my dad had the little Chevy/Isuzu pickup, a good friend had an Isuzu pickup, my wife's former employer had an Isuzu cabover, and both my brothers have had GMC/Isuzu cabovers. And in every case, they were the most trouble free vehicles we ever owned. Now obviously it's too early to pass judgment on the new Chev. diesels, but if I had the money to buy a new diesel pickup, you can bet that's the one I'd buy.

pulling trailers
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 19 Post by Bird Senter

I'd buy the Kubota loader for two reasons. The others may be good, but you know the Kubota loader was designed and/or approved by Kubota's own engineers, and since it matches the tractor, you'll have better resale value if you ever sell the rig.

Kubota L2500 Loader attachment
Kubota Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Bird Senter

Mrwurm, when you mention the 3-point small range of travel on the B2910, ask the dealer if it's adjusted properly because there is a simple adjustment that may have been off a bit. I have no complaints about the range of travel on my B2710.

B2910 and L3010 Same Price
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Bird Senter

Pocketbike, my personal opinion is that you CAN do it, but you probably AIN'T gonna like it.:) I wouldn't worry about hurting the tractor, but with a tractor that small, it's going to take a LOT of time.

bx2200 loader strength - can it build motocross tracks
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Bird Senter

Todd, I have read (don't know for sure) that there is a safety standard requiring most tractors to be able to go to 20 degrees without turning over. However, that only applied to the bare tractor without taking into consideration things such as implements, front end loaders, backhoes, canopies, etc. I don't expect the tractor manufacturers to come out and state a specific number because too many factors enter into it. Things like the speed you're traveling and whether you try to turn upslope. And if you're already at the maximum on a smooth slope, it would only take a very small limb, rock, or other bump on the high side, or a very slight depression or soft spot on the low side to ruin your whole day. I only used the seat of the pants method myself until a couple of years ago, and go curious about what angle some of the slopes were, so I have a tiltmeter for front to rear as well as one for side to side. I probably don't have as much nerve as a lot of folks. The steepest side slope I've gotten on was 18 degrees. In fact, I tried parking the tractor there and got off to see whether I could tip it by hand (I couldn't), but I have no intentions of getting my tractor on a 20 degree slope. Actually anything over 10 degrees starts making me uncomfortable, and at 15 degrees I work VERY slowly and carefully (another time the HST transmission is an advantage).

Of course, I find the tiltmeter to be an aid when spreading dirt, making swales or drainage ditches, etc. because, unlike some folks, I can't always look at the ground and tell for sure whether it's level or which way water will run.

In other words, the tiltmeters are just another aid; I don't even look at them most days, but of course, if I had my way, I guess my tractor instrument panel would look like an airplane instrument panel. I like instruments to let me know what's happening and/or whether the seat of my pants is right.

Tilt Meter for JD 4100
John Deere Tractors
Replies 15 Post by Bird Senter

John, brush hogs, regardless of brand, use much bigger, thicker, heavier blades than a finish mower and the blades are not as sharp (usually about 1/8" flat surface on the leading edge) so they can shatter or tear brush, saplings, etc. without getting little dings or notches in that edge. However, if you know that you are only going to be cutting weeds and grass, you can certainly sharpen them to a finer edge and get a near finish mower quality of cut. I know 'cause I've done it. I had a 4' Bush Hog rotary cutter when I had a B7100 and mowed the yard with a Cub Cadet riding mower. Now I have a 5' Howse rotary cutter for the B2710 and a 5' Bush Hog finish mower for the yard, but have often thought I wasted a lot of money buying the finish mower. The rotary cutter would have done just fine on the yard with sharp blades.

5FT ROTORY MOWER VS 6 FT ROTORY MOWER
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 11 Post by Bird Senter

Ray, my personal opinion is that 45hp will be amount the minimum if you're going to do much tillage and/or use a bale spear on the front end loader.

Selecting proper tractor
Parts and Repair
Replies 7 Post by Bird Senter

Mark, you don't want the drive line to come apart to take it off the tractor. You take it loose from the PTO output shaft (tractor side of the u-joint). In other words both pieces of the driveshaft and both u-joints stay with the mower. Once it's removed from the tractor, I'll bet you can slide those two parts of the driveshaft apart, but there's no need to unless you need to clean and/or lubricate them.

JD 655 help removing mid-mount mower
John Deere Tractors
Replies 11 Post by Bird Senter

filip, I have two tiltmeters; one for side to side (model 25C) and one for front to rear (model 7489C). Try the link below if you'd like to see them. I've found Rick (R&B Mfg.) to be a good guy to deal with.

Kubota on a hill
Kubota Tractors
Replies 26 Post by Bird Senter

Mark, I frequently see the commercial rigs just like you said. Gooseneck trailer with TLB on it and the FEL bucket on top. Naturally, that's more stable than the regular trailers. I, too, pulled a 5th wheel all over the country and if I were going to do a lot of towing, that's the only way to go.

What size trailer would I need for a B2710 plus implements
Kubota Tractors
Replies 17 Post by Bird Senter

I'll bet those specially weakened bolts were simply grade 2 bolts.

A source for shear bolts
Parts and Repair
Replies 11 Post by Bird Senter

Can you use a category I implement and change the pins? Yes, IF your lower links will spread far enough apart to fit onto the pins without rubbing your rear tires. Is it too heavy? I don't know; how much weight is your 3-point hitch rated for? And are you tackling something that's meant for a larger tractor? Yes, or maybe not a larger tractor if you had 4WD. How hard is the dirt you want to level? A box blade has some scarifiers or ripper teeth that a straight blade doesn't, and I'm guessing you'd need such to loosen up the ground in some places; just guessing. The simple answer is that I think you can do it, but you probably won't like it, and it's going to take time.

Implement advise
Operating and Attachments
Replies 11 Post by Bird Senter

Zinger, no experience with the B21, but I've used a single bottom plow on both a B7100 and a B2710. A lot will depend on the type of soil, amount of moisture, etc., but I'd say you'll be happy with either a 12" or 14" single bottom plow - wouldn't recommend any larger.

Single bottom plow for Kubota B21
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by Bird Senter

I don't know anything about Leinbach, but USUALLY the augers are standard and interchangeable. Just measure the output shaft at the gearbox and see if it isn't a standard size (and now I've forgotten what the size is)LOL.

Price and availability of 6 quot auger for Leinbach
Operating and Attachments
Replies 3 Post by Bird Senter

Becky, a 4100 is going to seem very unstable with the FEL compared to your old Ford no matter which tires you have on it. They're very nice little tractors, but they're pretty light and easy to turn over. Just go slow and easy to start with and I'm sure you'll be happy with it.

buying 1998 4100 info
John Deere Tractors
Replies 18 Post by Bird Senter

Ron, it just depends on how it was used, how (or whether) it was properly serviced, etc. Your best bet might be to just get a competent mechanic to check over anything you find that you like. I have one neighbor who bought a 25 year old tractor about 5 years ago when it had over 5,000 hours on it, and it's still going strong. Another neighbor bought a much later model tractor with 15,000 hours on it, but with a fresh engine overhaul. Of course, these were 85-100hp tractors, but have both been good reliable tractors. In other words, there are lots of things more important than the hours on the meter.

HOW MANY TRACTOR HOURS IS TOO MANY HOURS
Parts and Repair
Replies 8 Post by Bird Senter

Compare it to the New Holland TC33D; see which one you like best, which dealer you like best, which one gives you the best price, and more importantly, perhaps, drive them and see which one FEELS best to you.

New Holland vs Deere-what model and price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 26 Post by Bird Senter

Look at the L3010 or L3410 Kubotas for comparison. Pros and Cons of Kubota? You're kiddin'.LOL Deere, New Holland, Kubota (and some others) all make fine tractors. Personal preferences and dealer relations are probably what make the final decision for most of us. Kind of like deciding whether you want a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge (or some other brand) of pickup. I prefer Kubota, but that doesn't mean you will. Get the one YOU LIKE best.

JD 4300 vs Kubota
Kubota Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Bird Senter