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Jim,<br>First of all, please install a transfer switch for your generator. Utility transformers work both directions, they take the high voltage feed and reduce it to usable levels, but they will also take the low-voltage feed from a generator and step it up to the utilities high voltage (typically 2400-volts or 7200-volts to ground). If the utility workers doesn't get a grounding jumper on the

Next, I have sold several pto generators in the last year. The 25kw I have available requires a minimum of 35 hp, but typically 2hp/kw is a good rule of thumb. A tractor with a good governer will help since a the load increases the more power the generator takes to turn. I started a 10/16hp (68-72-amp) fan motor on a drying bin with the 25kw being turned by a 110-hp tractor. Let me tell you that tractor lost some carbon build-up with that start, but it got the load turning. If the generator's rotor turns too fast the hertz frequency will be too high causing motor loads to turn too fast also and vice versa when it's slow. This is fine for resistive loads, ea. lights, stove, water heater, but may damage motor load over an extended run time, ea. refrideraton compressors, pumps, fans. The best way to keep the hertz in check for a average homeowner is with a 120v dial-type clock compared to a quartz clock. If the 120-volt clock gains time, the generator is running fast, if it looses time it is running slow.
Getting back to generators, a pto generator will get you more KW/dollar usually. I like the idea of having a tractor, which is more apt to be fresh for running. A self-contained gen-set requires maintenance whether it has run or not. You will need too keep fresh fuel around for it and with a diesel, you may need to change between no. 1 and no. 2 when temps drop below freezing. There are factors to take into consideration with a generator like rotor speed and brush or brushless. The one's I sold were brushless and the rotor turned at 1800 rpm. Many brush-type and brushless turn at 3600 rpm, you tell me which one will run longer. "> PTO Generator
Shop Tools
Replies 21 Post by Brent H.

Check out a Bradco trencher for three-point hitches. www.bradco.com

Trenchers
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by Brent H.

I live in BIG SNOW country , and am looking for a heated cab for my JD 655

Looking for a heated cab for JD 655
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Ladd

Thanks for the help everyone. I found a perfect 60 hour '98 JD 770 with GreatBend loader and 513 cutter. I added a JD 35 blade. I'm all set for quite a bit less than a new 790. The competition for these tractors is stiff in Colorado. You have to be the first guy there to have any shot at all on a good used unit.

JD 790
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by dave

I'm a dealer for company that makes a 4 in 1 bucket . Their smallest bucket is 5'. Feel free to contact me at sheaftractor@coiinc.com or 815-284-3226

loaders
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 4 Post by lsheaffer

Have owned equipment for many years and never considered insurance, but have never had a loss. Is there becoming a quid pro quo with financing and insurance like homes, cars, etc? Think about it-large successful companies

Tractor insurance - question II
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Replies 10 Post by triplenet

For about half this much money you can get an old 8N or 9N Ford in creampuff condition. Since you don't want a loader and don't need 4wd, you would be better served with an old American tractor in refurbished condition. Then you add a good bush hog or finish mower....or even both. Still way under your budget. Those old Fords are a smooth quiet-running tractor, comfortable seat, and much less bouncy than a compact diesel over bumps.<br> Other models to consider would be the massey Ferguson T-20, the International Harvester A, C, or H. and the John Deere H, 40, 420, and 430 - to name but a few. But the Ford is probably the favorite. All of these makes have their attendent owner's organizations complete with magazines, parts, and advertisements of restored tractors for sale. And having mowed with old American and compact tractors both, I prefer the more comfortable tractors. <br> Roger

Best Tractor for mowing 11 acre field
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Replies 3 Post by Roger L.

I called New Holland today and the repair manual is Manual No.86599230 and costs a hefty $130.00. Would be interested in hearing from someone how user friendly and helpful it is.

Boomer Shop Manual
New Holland Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Craig

Just received a price from Curtis for the 410 loader on my 4100.<br>Price for the 5'loader blade with hydraulic angle is $1325.00. Quick attach bracket for the 410 loader is $260.00.

Loader Blade
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 5 Post by MichaelSnyder

Thanks for the info! I think I will look for a used one too! (if I can find one) The new ones seem pretty expensive, but I want plenty of power and I certainly like the idea of have the turbo charged diesel. Thanks again! Jim

JD4400 Problem
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by Jim Meadows

Looking at a used 1996? L3600GST 4wd tractor w/loader. It has roughly 500 hours on it. Was wondering what would a reasonable price be and also how does this model stack upto say a JD-970/1070 series tractor. Thanks in advance.<br>Regards

Kubota L3600GST 4wd w loader - how does it stack upto a JD
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by mark

Hello,<br>After just finishing this season trying to mow my 30+ acres of hilly fields with a 27HP yanmar with a 60

Thanks in advance for any suggestions... "> What is best for large scale mowing
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 3 Post by EJB

We paid $16,000 for the 4100 hydro, R4 tires, 410 loader, ballast box, 54

(2)Wheel weights. After switching from gear to Hydro, I'll never look back. Our's is still new, but I don't know anyone who has ever had a problem. "> 4100 price
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by MichaelSnyder

Dana & Brian,<br>I copied straight out of the sales brochure from 1995. Maybe newer models have better hydraulics??? If this is the case, I would be interested in 3ph and loader #'s for a '97 955.<br>Steve

Looking for Info on JD755
John Deere Tractors
Replies 11 Post by Steve

Kia, I think you are headed in the right direction. Art

MT210D 4WD Selector
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Replies 2 Post by art

Please send info (picture and prices):<br>Alan Lewis<br>10000 N. Central Expy #1400<br>Dallas, Texas 75231<br>Thanks

Moving limbs amp brush with loader
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 5 Post by Alan L.

I have a 1010 with 4ft wide loader on it. Works great.

MF1010 Attachments
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Bob Pricer

Just wanted to say thank you to all who responded to my HST question. I thought this was probabll normal, and appreciate the backup. Good tractoring!

Thanks
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Replies 1 Post by Richard

I am looking for a price check for JD 4400, MFWD, HST, mid pto with 430 Loader and 47 backhoe. I plan to use a belly mower, possible front snow blower after I get the tractor. Thanks in advance. I really enjoy this board and check it every day !

JD 4400 Price Check
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by Bob Herman

After thinking about this neutral issue I have decided it is probably planned and a good thing. On a lawn tractor you do not (and probably can not) pick up 500+ lb. implements with a 3 pt. hitch. On a compact tractor you often connect to heavy implements with the 3 pt. hitch. Since the likelyhood of moving the heavy implement is slim it may be better to move the tractor into position with ease. I also suspect that some engineers were far sighted enough to believe that you are capable of setting a park brake and would like the freedom to make minor positional adjustments with little effort. Just my 2 cents worth, I have been wrong before and will most likely be again.

HST - Is this normal
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Replies 6 Post by Larry