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Listen to Grinder, buy a Kubota, (or a NewHolland or JD). I would be afraid to buy brand that may not be here next year. Do you remember those "Yugo" cars?
I know a guy who bought one of those cheap tractors and his hydraulic control valve split. He could not get a replacement valve. He ordered one and waited 8 months. Still no valve. He ended up trading it in for a name brand tractor that he could count on.

Branson Vs Century
Other Tractor Brands
Replies 27 Post by JDF415

Deeeno,
I would recommend the hydro for ease of use. The 790 are a good value (Cost per hp) however it is not as easy to operate as say a 4115 or 2210. I would recommend the 4115 with 72" mid mower for handling the 5+ acres of lawn. Put a rear blade on the back for keeping the driveway in tip top shape and your set. You can always add the front loader to make hauling easier. Also you can add a tiller for garden work when needed.
If $$ is tight then go with the 2210. You can only go with a 62" mower deck, so it will take a little longer to mow the 5 acres, but this is still a good little tractor at a very attractive price.
If money is no issue at all, I would step up to the 4310 like Chief recommended.
Every dealer is different. We price our tractors right where we want to sell them and that is about where we stay. Some dealers price at list price then come down to make you think you drove home a bargin. Either way make sure you chose a dealer that treats you fair and that you like to deal with because this should be a long term relationship. Once you have a price you can always come back to this site and everyone here will be glad to tell you if it is a good deal or not.
Good luck with you purchase.

JD 790 or 2210 or 4010 or 4100 Pls Help -
John Deere Tractors
Replies 9 Post by JDF415

I'm starting to look for good tractor shed designs to store and work on my tractor and implements. I will need parking, workshop, and implement areas. My IH-484 and loader are over 16' long and the ROPS will need 9' to clear the door. I would like to have a side roof extention to the shed that I can use to keep the 6'cutter and augers out of the weather when not in use. Seen any designs that might help?

Tractor Shed Designs Seen any Good Ones
Barns Pole Barns
Replies 15 Post by 484Lou

WoodButcher,
You'll love your new tractor! Mine now has almost 350hrs, was new in mid-August, and I have no complaints. Has always started, though I usually garage it, no leaks, no problems.
Just check out all the little details while the driver is still around. My dealer forgot to install the block heater, had a serviceman up the same day, but I didn't miss the PTO shaft cover until later. The prep man should have put it in the toolbox. If you bought implements, he should have included the correct pins. Check for small scratches or dents, you're paying for a new tractor and it should look like new too!
Have fun with your 'big' tractor,
bliz

Grand L 3130
Kubota Tractors
Replies 6 Post by blizzard

Better prices yet

Used Trailers
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 25 Post by Mecheng

Made one for less than $40 in material

Trailer hitch for tractors
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 7 Post by Mecheng

Can't alway judge small MIGs by their amp rating. I am speaking of no-name bargain brands. My brother-in law has a 110v Miller which will do about anything up to small trailers out of angle iron. I'm totally sold on it and it will be my next purcahse. My 130 amp Marquette struggles over .100" thick material. Great for thin sheet metal though.

views on lincoln 135-plus
Parts and Repair
Replies 21 Post by Mecheng

Murf:<br>
I think it's 1.4 cents Canadian, not 2.7, based on a "for what it's worth" interpretation.<br>
jim

Core Aerator or Pull Behind Drum Spike Aerator
Garden and Landscape
Replies 8 Post by Jim on Timberridge

I have 3 units on order, should ship any day now. I notice you painted yours orange. Very nice. Do your hoses leak at the fittings, or ? What frame mount?

I will let you know when the units arrive.

my very own bachhoe
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 10 Post by dfkrug

kwoetzel:<br>
Re brittle vs green wood -- I first heard this from the Vermeer salesman, and he was right. Green wood is easier because the chipper knives carve/cut the wood, whereas brittle wood tends to shatter. If the old stuff includes species like hickory, oak, locust, then the chipping is significantly affected (slower, the branches break up in the chute, etc). Some types end up as dusty debris rather than chips, which is a problem if you're looking to recoup the chips for landscaping.<br>
However, if you're using a smaller shredder/chipper that uses flail hammers, the condition of the wood probably isn't as much a factor (of course you won't be feeding as much big stuff into it either).<br>
jim

PTO woodchippers again
Operating and Attachments
Replies 43 Post by Jim on Timberridge

Hello av8r,<br>
First, I loved the picture of you and Hillary. Next, a personnel Thank you from a 4-f who never got tthe chance to serve my country. God Bless You and all your comrades. No matter what you may see or hear in the media or the politics of the day, real Americans thank you all and support you. thanks again.<br>
On a 'business note, I noticed the modified 3 point hitch draw bar in Picture 5. I think I could use smething like that from timne to time. Did you weld up the vertical stablizers yourself or is those parts "store bought". <br>
Burt

thanks and a question
Website Operations Howto
Replies 6 Post by burtalm

Aha! I figured it had to be something like that. I'll get with the program after a while. :)

Tractor Stability on Hills
John Deere Tractors
Replies 37 Post by ncrunch32

I just brought a Shibaura 1840 also so if you have found some information, please let me know, Thanks Tom

info on Shibaura a1840
Shibaura
Replies 10 Post by brewstth

Tom, Thanks for the reply. All good points to remember even if I've had a little experience. Loved driving our 9N as a kid. It was more my size! Am real excited about getting on the ole tractor seat again. I guess it gets in your blood and never leaves. Feels as good as when I decided to never milk another cow. LOL
Burt

Re More on implements
Kioti Tractors
Replies 11 Post by burtalm

It is a complicated issue. I measured the tire deflection under various load conditions and found, as I recall, about 1/8 of an inch difference on a tire with a 65 inch circumference.

As Tom has mentioned, just throw out the book when it come to deeply cleated tires. The rolling circumferences are calculated on the tire carcass size with the assumption that the cleats will be driven into the soil.

It gets really screwy when you figure the cleats on some small R-1 front tires are as deep as those on the rear. The net effect is that tires sized for proper lead under muddy conditions have drastic ratio changes the instant you drive onto a hard surface.

There is a method outlined on the Firestone website wherein you can compare front and rear tire rotation values over a measured distance with the front drive engaged and not engaged to determine the relative gears ratios and how much lead/lag you have.

Once you have that number, matching new tires is pretty easy.

2210 Steer Ratios
John Deere Tractors
Replies 21 Post by DRankin

I agree with Marks comments. Any good quality 15W-40 diesel engine oil should work just fine. Rotella T is indeed a very popular, proven, and fine oil. I personally use John Deere 15W-40 Plus 50 synthetic blend in my 4410, Cummins, boat, and Nissan. Works very well and has very good cold weather start characteristics. DON'T skimp on the oil filters; they are nearly as important as the oil. I suggest using the OEM or a Fleetguard cross over oil filter if available.

Correct wt oil for my Kubota 7100
Parts and Repair
Replies 9 Post by Chief

Thank You

kmw-Kansas Machine Works
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 3 Post by kjmorgan

Both good subframe mounted backhoes. No bad choice here.

Backhoe for TC 40- Woods 9000 vs Bradco 408
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 3 Post by jeff r

Jeff, you're right, mine won't lift 3000 lbs either. I was trying to imply that 3000 lbs is more in line with what skid steers can lift so these stronger forks are popular as salvage. Thus, they get a higher price for them.

My LA723 loader can lift 1870 lbs at the pivot pin. But breakout force is over 2600 lbs. Thus if I get under a pallet, it is possible to put more than 1800 lbs of force on the forks by applying the curl hydraulics (site below).

If they're not too heavy, there is nothing wrong with stronger forks.

Fork lift from Front End Loader
Kubota Tractors
Replies 23 Post by shortmagnum

I have a 5' Meteor and it's been fine through five seasons. I think of them as basic middle quality machines that deliver good value. I'd go for another one as long as the price was appreciably lower than high-end brands. As Art mentioned, bigger fans, cupped blades and skid shoe options are worth quite a bit. I haven't bent an auger and I have backed into things but the extra ruggedness of high-end machines may be worth it.

Different skid shoes on mine might make it more useful on my gravel drives before free-up up with the standard Meteor shoes, I don't even bother trying it until the gravel is frozen and I have a good layer of snow pack built up. If I were shopping I'd sure get a hydraulic chute rotator. If I didn't have a rear outlet I might even put one on just for the blower, but if you have a rear outlet it'll likely end up almost in continuous use.. Can't say how useful a chute rotator is, although there are electric ones I hear.

What snowblower to get
Snowblowers / Snow Plows
Replies 23 Post by TomG