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Does anyone have any expierence with the Kubota L3000 tractor? What is a good price for this machine with a loader? Thanks.

Kubota L3000 tractor
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by richard james allen

Does anybody know what the 3 Point Lift capacity is on the old Ford 8N tractors?

Ford 8N Specifications question
Tractor Projects
Replies 5 Post by richard james allen

David, thanks for the information. I think I will look around some more before I buy. Rich.

Is the JD613 any good
Parts and Repair
Replies 4 Post by richard james allen

Does anyone have information (pro/con) on the quality of a JD 613 Rotary Mower? One JD dealer is telling me that the JD mowers are not made well and that a LandPride would be a better buy. (The LandPride model however was $300 more expensive than the JD613) Thanks, Rich.

Rotary Mower
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 6 Post by richard james allen

Rick,
I have a 1999 Kabota B7300 w/ loader, also lots of stuff to go with it, Problem is - I had a stroke right after I got my new tractor and now a year later, I've only got 120 hours on it. It does now have power steering and it is hard for me to operate because of my condition. I need to sell it but don't know how or for how much?

If you have any suggestions or comments please email me at tennessee_traveler@msn.com

Richard

Kabota B7300
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Richard Wright

I have two tractors with hydraulic lift on the front (Kubota B8200 and Steiner 430 Max) and both use the same float procedure. Push the lever forward until you feel a little down pressure, the down pressure will increase and then you will be at a detent point. A quick push past the detent puts it into float. After getting a feel for this, you can go right into float (while moving or stationary) without raising the front end from down pressure. With a front mounted bucket, you have to be careful that the leading edge of the bucket is not tipped down so it doesn't dig into the ground but rides along the surface.

Engaging the quot Float quot Position
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 16 Post by Richard Harburn

I have never recieved any spam from them and I have posted many messages on this board. So maybe you are just lucky. I have never contacted them directally, have you? If you email them questions they may save your email and use it, just a thought.

Carver Equip Spam
Website Operations Howto
Replies 11 Post by Richard

You are essentially correct with a few minor points. There are two kinds of hydroseeding machines - paddle agitation and jet agitation. The paddle units can break up solid bales easier and will tolerate high percentages of wood fiber with little trouble. They tend to be more expensive as they are steel construction and can have expensive maintenance requirements as they age. Jet agitation units require a larger percentage of paper vs. wood fiber and you need to be more careful about breaking up the bales. Larger units typically have bale grinders (900 gal. and larger) so they load bales rapidly. A new mulch, called Jet Spray, is a pourable mulch and loads as fast as you can dump the bags in. Also, EasyLawn jet agitated units will mix a geobinder, Airtrol Gypsum, with no problems. I don't know if other jet units tolerate the gypsum but EasyLawn has a proprietary pump design that seems to be superior.
The hydro mulch serves several purposes. Large trucks that spray big areas tend to use it as a coloring agent so they can do an even application. They will then blow straw or hay over the seeded areas. This mainly serves to cool the soil so fescues, which are cool weather grasses, will germinate in hot weather and also provides some frost protection in the early spring. Often the straw/hay will blow or wash away if it is not sprayed with a light slurry of hydro mulch (no seed) and a tacking agent to bind it together. If the hydromulch is not followed with straw/hay, it is applied at the recommended rate per acre. Fibers and tackifiers are also added, at times, to better stick the mulch/seed mixture to the soil. EasyLawn sells soluble lime and fertilizer which is immediately available to the new grass. The water used in the mix is not sufficient for germination. Any hydroseeded areas must receive rainfall/watering adequate for germination. Also, new grass must also get enough water to keep it from dying. This is up to the customer. Often, annual rye or brown millet is used (at a specific rate per tank) as a nurse crop. Several mowings will make the nurse crop disappear after it has served its purpose. This is a basic overview of hydroseeding and each geographic area has its specific requirements as to the best grasses to seed with.

hydro seeding
Garden and Landscape
Replies 9 Post by Richard Harburn

I also looked at both tractors. The advantages that the 4300 had over the 3100 were - the hydro had more gpm, the loader had more power, and went on easier (the bucket and the arms), you can use the turning brakes on the JD (the dealer told me you could use the brakes if you had the cruise on. Didn't sound like a good idea to me.) I liked the way that the pedals are set up on the JD also.

Kubota 3010 vs JD 4300
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Richard Bagley

I have had a similar thing happen. Nothing happens at the front end loader or 3pt hitch. Tractor otherwise seems fine. Suction strainer also looked clean and normal. Replaced the suction strainer and everything went back to normal. I have seen suction strainers that looked like new and still would not allow enough fluid to pass. If your pump is not hissing or making unusual noises, it may not be the strainer - just thought I'd pass along my experiences.

hydraulic problem
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Richard Harburn

If the address in my first post doesn't work, try this one.

http://www.netset.com/~rlp/mower.htm

Looking for a small Flail Mower
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 6 Post by Richard Harburn

Just a quick thought from someone who has done tree work as a profession - topping, take downs, power line clearing, clear cutting, etc. Trees, in general, are fairly predictable but always unforgiving. Much of the time, you are working by intuition and previous experience and you can never see inside a piece of wood. If a person is working by guesswork or long range advice from people who may or may not be professionals there can very well be a disappointing end to a seemingly simple project. I'm not throwing off on anyone - just ask a tree man, logger or other professional in a related field and they will tell you that there is always an element of danger and the unknown that can come to you fast and at the most unexpected moments. You may get a lifetime of mistakes or only one. When in doubt, it is sometimes best to round up a professional - even if you are going to do the work yourself and only pay for the advice. Work safe - wear your saw chaps (I've seen them save a life), eye protection, etc. Good luck in the woods.

Pulling down trees
Tractor Projects
Replies 21 Post by Richard Harburn

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

Does your tractor have the new or old style front end? I am thinking about getting a 4400 or 4300 with a front end loader. If it has the old style front end it might be easier for you to get it fixed before you sell it. If anyone else is thinking of selling a JD about this size please email me. I just sold my 655 and I'm looking for something a little bigger. I would concsider an 855 or 955 with a loader also.

Fair price for JD 4300
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Richard Bagley

I have had this problem with my Steiner. Even though I always put the spool valve into "float" position when letting the implement down, there is sometimes a problem inserting the male end of the quick connect into the female side. You are right in saying that they can not be forced together. The problem is not on the tractor side but rather with the implement. The hoses in the attachment are charged with hyd. fluid and this is just like a solid rod - it cannot be compressed and the fluid is keeping the quick connect from going together. Wrap a rag around the male end of the hose and push against something solid. The end will retract and release a small amount of hyd. fluid and the pressure in the line. You only need to do this to one of the ends. The couplings will then snap together easily. At least this is how I solve the problem on my machine.

Problem Connecting Hydraulic Hoses
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 17 Post by Richard Harburn

Here is their website www.vassarfarmequip.com

The rear bucket I am going to make will be similar to the one listed under rear loader at www.affordableequipment.com

Needed source for Cat 0 3pt hitch implements
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by Richard

Here's my $0.02 about chipers. My opinion is that a Vermeer 620 (used) or the new equivalent is the way to go. The tiny chipper/shredders are only good for garden and yard waste. The big machines can chip large material but usually wood in the 5-6" range is saved for firewood. About hyd. feed: it controls the load on the cutting disc or drum and makes more efficient use of limited HP. Be very careful of used machines unless you know the history and are a good mechanic. The large V-8 powered drum chippers are not, in my opinion, for anyone other than a professional. Read the accident reports about deaths and you will see what I mean. When I sold my tree business, one of the new partners clipped off 4 fingers in a drum chipper while working on it. Look for a large throat so you can feed material without having to saw it up too much. Also, if you can touch the throat by reaching across the feed table, look for another machine. You will be surprised by the amount of work that can be done with a 20hp machine. It is also easy to tow between a small 4wd tractor. Good luck and wear your ear plugs and eye protection.

PTO woodchippers again
Operating and Attachments
Replies 43 Post by Richard Harburn

Just a quick note from a person who used to do power line clearing, right of way clearing and topping by climbing and by bucket truck. ALWAYS, ALWAYS,USE YOUR HEAD AND APPLY COMMON SENSE AND USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Many people don't realize that when you leave the house, you might not come back. Many accidents are sudden and catastrophic. A piece of equipment has no heart and does not care if you get killed or just a good scare. Sometimes you get a lifetime of second chances and sometimes only one bad accident that takes or ruins your life. Install a roll bar and wear the seat belt. Don't think you are skillful enough to always finesse your way out of trouble. We all have those days when our presence of mind is not what it should be. I have a friend who did tree work for years and still got 40 stitches in his knee from a saw cut. That was just a peck on the leg compared to what sometimes happens. Why? Because he was working around the house and didn't bother to put on his saw chaps. It can and will happen and we just have to be ready and protected.

seat belt or not
Tractor Projects
Replies 12 Post by Richard Harburn

Frank,
Thanks for the advice. The more I talk to people, the more the "necessity" of 4WD becomes apparent.
Rich

JD 850 4WD vs 1050 2WD
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Richard Strobel

I know that a Steiner is a different kind of tractor but have you considered one? Probably a lot more money but you won't see a better finish cut than with their front mounted mowing deck which as a full width rear roller to groom the grass after the cut. Also, with dual wheels and the articulating frame you will have no problems on slopes or hills. Check out steinerturf.com if you are not familiar with them. I use a 430 Max for mowing, trenching, etc. and they are impressive machines.

Kubota BX2200 vs B7500 recomendations
Kubota Tractors
Replies 13 Post by Richard Harburn