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You know, 2 weeks ago, I would have agreed with you but.....
a week ago this past Friday, the 28th, my wife of 3 years died suddenly. One minute she was fine, the next she passed out. They said her main artery blocked off. They weren't able to revive her.
Right now, I'd love to be able to tell she could leave the door open whenever she wants or lay stuff where ever she wants but will never be able to do so again.
You never know what will happen in the next minute and if you can, go give her a big hug and tell her how much you love her while you still have the opportunity!
Sorry for going on - just miss my wife like crazy!!!

I love my wife but
Everything and Anything
Replies 26 Post by Mike1819

This article was in a local paper today....<br>
ARGILLITE A 5-year-old boy was killed Monday in a tractor accident in<br>
Greenup County.<br>
According to the Greenup County Sheriff's Department, the boy was<br>
riding on a tractor being operated by his grandfather.<br>
He was clearing land at the time, using a device known as a Bush Hog, a rotary<br>
brush cutter and field mower, the sheriff's department said.<br>
The youngster fell off the back of the tractor and was run over by the Bush Hog,<br>
which was being pulled by the tractor, according to the sheriff's department.<br>
It was not immediately known what caused the child to fall from the tractor.<br>
The boy was pronounced dead at the scene by Greenup County Coroner.<br>
This should never have happened!!!

Why Oh Why
Parts and Repair
Replies 4 Post by Mike1819

I'm trying to find a company that makes plastic tractor model kits like the model kits they make for cars and stuff. Since I can't build a real one right now, thought it might be fun to build a model. Haven't built one in years.<br>
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Anyone know of such a company?<br>
<br>
Mike

Model Tractors
Website Operations Howto
Replies 5 Post by Mike1819

Anyone used, own or know someone who owns an ESAB welder?<br>
Trying to find some info on one to see if they are worth checking into or not. <br>
The one I'm looking at is the Multimaster 160.<br>
<br>
Thanks

ESAB Welders
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by Mike1819

I never thought about renting a spreader - I'll look into that and see whats available around here.

Thanks

3pt or ATV spreader
Operating and Attachments
Replies 6 Post by Mike1819

Does anyone by chance have some pictures of what you guys consider too steep a slope to drive across?
This is something I'm still trying to get a grasp on also. I know that if it feels unsafe, then it probly is but, I'm not for sure at this point what is really unsafe and what is just the funny feeling of inexperience.

hillside and dtractor size plus pics
John Deere Tractors
Replies 12 Post by Mike1819

I stopped in yesterday to buy a Stihl FS85 brush cutter..... unfortunately, they are also a JD dealer. Got to lookin at new tractors and talkin prices - ended up walking out of there having forgot about the brush cutter! I guess I'll "have" to go back now!!
I looked at a 5220 with a 541 front end loader and full hydraulics on the back end. Have thought about going from my 4700 to the 5220 - I'll have to think about that one.

Weed Eater
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 28 Post by Mike1819

I have a small out-building with 4 Walnut trees growing next to it. One is decent size and the other three are 10 - 12 foot tall. One is about 8 or 9 ft from the big one and the other two are within 4 ft of the big one. Can I dig these three smaller ones up and transplant them?<br>
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I'm in se Ohio and if I can do this, can do it now or do I have to wait until fall?<br>
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These tress have a decent start but will have to be moved. I would like to save them if at all possible.<br>
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Can anyone help me out here?<br>
<br>
Mike

Transplanting Walnut Trees
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by Mike1819

Dennis, this site is great. It has taught me alot and saved me a bunch of money, effort and time - thanks.<br>
I am having troubles with the new layout though. When I go to the new posts, the scroll bar will not scroll. Have I set something up wrong on my computer? Has anyone else had this problem?<br>
Again, keep up the great work on a great site.

Trouble with scroll bars
Website Operations Howto
Replies 3 Post by Mike1819

Thanks for the reply - I guess I'm just worried about the thickness of the steel its made from.

Do you or anyone else have any pictures of how implements were modified to fit an I-Match? I have to modify two of the three I have.

I-Match info needed
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Mike1819

Thanks for the info Beagle. In my book, anything free (most of the time) is decent.

I've been looking around my new garage and the only thing I have here right now is wood! Couldn't find any scrap metal to play with.

Need info on Mig Welder
Parts and Repair
Replies 5 Post by Mike1819

What is the best lubricant to use on the PTO driveline?

PTO Driveline Lubricant
Operating and Attachments
Replies 6 Post by Mike1819

Has anyone heard of a folding ROPs being offered for the 2210?

2210 Folding Rops
John Deere Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Mike1819

I'm building a 32'x48' pole barn with concrete floor. I'm trying to figure how much lighting I will need inside. I've seen this before but can't find it - any suggestions?<br>
I'll probably install flouescent lighting and trying to decide advantages/disadvantages of 4'/4 bulb lights vs 8'/2 bulb lights.<br>
Any help would be greatly appreciated.<br>
Mike

How much lighting
Barns Pole Barns
Replies 10 Post by Mike1819

Here's a scam where I recieved an e-mail about a tractor I have for sale. Beware of this ploy!!

"Thank you for the reply,i am very sorry for the delay in reply,my wife just gave birth.I love it and will take it.
Payment will be in a cashier's check from my client in the states who i will instruct to issue you a cashier's check of $12000(I was asking $8500 for the tractor).
I know the money is more than the ford price but will need you to do me a favour by wiring the balance to my international shipper who will come for the pick up at your place as soon as payment is made.
To send payment to you,your full name and address with phone number will be need which will be forwarded to my client in the states.
Please make sure all is well and inplace in terms of the paper works.Thank you."

Once I replied that I would do as he asks after the cashiers check had cleared, I never heard from him again. I wondered why he would send me a cashiers check and then have me WIRE money to his shipper. I was told that cashiers checks are the second largest type of fraud.

tractor scammer
Website Operations Howto
Replies 10 Post by Mike1819

I just want to salute my brothers and sisters in arms past, present and those to come.
There are few ways in life that folks can show their family, loved ones, friends, themselves and the world that they care enough for them all to put their lives on the line against tyranny, terrorism and those oppressed from freedoms we enjoy daily.
I've served with folks from several different militaries around the world and you what? A soldier is a soldier everywhere! They all get a very thankless job done without ever asking for thanks. I see in some of the comments above that you were thanked in ways and at times you would never have expected.
May God bless those who have served and those who are serving in their endeavors as well as the oppressed they are trying to free.

Lest we forget
Website Operations Howto
Replies 14 Post by Mike1819

Thanks for the reply!
I've been debating between a grapple blade and a 4 in 1 bucket. Mostly want to pick tree limbs, brush and some trees.
I guess a 5 footer would probably do as well as a 6 footer on a 460 loader.
I guess I wanted someone who has used one to tell me they are worth the price.

Question for kwschumm
Operating and Attachments
Replies 4 Post by Mike1819

I've been looking at several items I'd like to eventually get for my 4700 - backhoe, grapple or 4 in 1 bucket and a tiller. I've priced them new and that comes to a small chunk of change. Is used equipment worth the money? WHere can you find items like this used?<br>
I've looked around my area but have come up with nothing so far.<br>
Any help here would be appreciated

Finding used equipment
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Mike1819

I ws thinking of putting some side rails on my Gators dump box. Nothing real tall, just to the height of the front section. Anyone seen something like this? If I make them myself, what would be the best thing to make them out of - wood or metal.<br>
They wouldn't be to hold in a lot of weight, just give me a little more on the sides to keep stuff from falling out.<br>
Thanks

Side Rails for Gator Box
Utility Vehicles UTV/ATV
Replies 2 Post by Mike1819

I have a diesel x595. If I hook up a 10kw generator to it and let it run full throttle for several days to power my house during electrical outages, would that be hard on the engine?

We have had outages that has lasted as long as 9 days straight.

John Deere Generator for x500 series
Shop Tools
Replies 12 Post by Mike1819