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I am planning to build and have no electric service yet at my building site on 24 acres. It is about 900 feet from the service to the site. I don't wish to have ugly power poles/lines showing above ground. Instead I want to bury my power cable all the way if possible.I have a Kubota 2710 but no backhoe so it looks like I should rent a trencher. How deep would such a large wire have to be buried, and should it bee inside a conduit? Too expensive to mess with?

More About Electrical Trenching
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Replies 7 Post by Alan L. Lewis

It should not be coming loose that fast, the roots should be still holding. Regardless, if it is laying loose on the surface, yes it should come off. Try not to take away any more topsoil than necessary with the dead turf. You will have to top-dress a few times to get it back to level.

Spring Lawn Renovation Advice
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Replies 10 Post by Murf

Anyone heard of Western International Tractors?Who sells them in the Southeast?<br>

Western International Tractors
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Mike Brown

Michael, bottom line is if someone is going to sue these days they use what's called the "shotgun" approach, sue EVERYONE and let a Judge decide who is responsible for what. I got sued last year because a child got hit by a car (a gentle bump luckily), I was named because at the time of the accident the child was "unduly, excessively and needlessly distracted..." by my equipment working nearby....i.e. the kid was watching one of my tractors instead of paying attention to where he was going. Luckily the judge was reasonable (as was my lawyers bill).....

Electric Wire Trenching Safety
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Replies 26 Post by Murf

I think it would make you a noce package at a nice price.

Kubota b2400 price
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Art White

Just had a couple oil leaks fixed on my 4600 and had the fog proof dash installed (25$) that was NOT covered by waranty, must be owners fault they fog up I guess. Asked about scruffing problem and my replacement axle and I was told the 4200-4300-4400s are being taken care of now and that it depends on how bad each individual tractor is. I was told that the fix on some includes pump, axle, and most all steering system from below steering wheel. But if they determine your tractor isn,t bad enough and you still insist on the fix you have to pay for some of it yourself. The fix for the big frame tractors as they refer to them 4500-4600 is still in the planning stage a couple more months I was told. Let me say that I have heard and read alot on the scruffing problems and I do not want to misslead anyone or step on anyones toes, this information I just told should be checked out with each individuals dealer and for them to find out if this is true or just more hearsay.I like to know of any new news on the scruffing problem and am sure you other 4000 owners do also hope this helps. bud in ohio.

Deere scruffing update
John Deere Tractors
Replies 8 Post by bud in oh.

First of all, DO NOT add weight to an auger, if it bites in you might never see it again... If it does not want to dig, either alternate using a long pick to break up the bottom of the hole, then cleaning it out with the auger, or keep some water handy, a little (2-3 cups) in the bottom will soften the soil enough to let the bit bite in. If you get to a rock use lots (a gallon) of water or the bar to dislodge it, unless it's a monster it will come up....and if it's a monster, start digging. Second, speed of the PTO, it is NOT necessary to run it at 540 rpm, in fact you will probably find it works better at about 1500-1700 engine rpm's. Start off with just the center point in the soil, to stop it 'whipping' around, then just ease it down a few inches at a time, clearing the bit when the soil reaches the top of the flighting. Clear it by stopping the bit, pull it up just clear of the hole then release the clutch for an instant, this will throw the dirt clear but not 'whip' the bit around. Best of luck.

Post hole digger advice tips
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Replies 10 Post by Murf

Howse = Cheap Now - Expensive parts later. Howse is an ok cheap cutter, but be aware of several things about their rotary cutters. Their cutter uses a very unusual U-joint in the driveline that is unavailable anywhere except a Howse dealer and costs about 2-3 times as much as one in a standard driveline. Parts are usually a little more difficult to find then say for Bush Hog brand equipment. We used to sell their (Howse) stuff, but have found when you explain it properly most folks will pay a little bit more to get the better quality in Genuine Bush Hog. If you want a quote on a Bush Hog cutter let us know.

How good is Hawse Equipment
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Replies 7 Post by David Paul

Looking for a Loader for an L245DT Kubota. Used would be nice but I will look at<br>all. <br>Thanks<br>Stacey

Loader for L245DT Kubota
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by Stacey Grafton

I don't think your quoted prices are too far off. I was the recent owner of a TC21D. My caveat to you is to make sure that the 18 to 21 hp tractor is the right size for you. I was happy with the performance of mine, 60 hours and no problems, but was unhappy with the size of the tractor. I traded up to a TC33D last week and am glad I did. It is a considerably larger frame tractor and I appreciate the extra width when mowing on hills or using the front loader. For me, the feel of having more trator under me was worth the trade in $$$ I lost on a one year old trade in. Best of luck in price negotiating.

New Holland TC-18
New Holland Tractors
Replies 10 Post by Robert

Thanks everyone for the feedback. I went to my dealer and tried both tractors. Hands down, the 790 is lots more tractor for the money. The shifting was smooth and well synchronized, even my wife liked operating it. The 4100 was nice, and easy to use, but seemed more like an oversized lawn tractor. (no offense to you 4100 owners). We've decided on the 790, which I feel will work very well for our uses.

JD4100 vs JD790
John Deere Tractors
Replies 12 Post by Doug Plourde

Looking for info on a bolens G154 fwd compact. The serial number is tx1410f 006792. The hydraulics dont work right. When you lift the three pointit only lifts about half way, then if you stroke the remote lever for the front blade it raises on up.I dont think it is a factory remote but cant find any info on it. Any help or dealer info in the QuincY Ill or Ottumwa Ia areawould also be helpful. Thanks Tim.

Bolens compact
Parts and Repair
Replies 1 Post by Tim Stephenson

Does anyone know if the China diesel brand tractors AKA Hardy are any good. Please let me know any info you may have.

china diesel
Kubota Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Matt Steele

Does anyone know if the China diesel brand tractors AKA Hardy are any good. Please let me know any info you may have.

china diesel
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Replies 1 Post by Matt Steele

I paid 12,000 for the 4100 hst w/dscv, 2,000 for the 60" mid mount mower, 2,200 for the 410 loader w/ large bucket, 85 for the weight box and 35 for the bucket level indicator. I did not get the rear hydraulics but my total price was 16,320. Good luck on your deal.

4100 Pricing
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Larry in MI.

Doug:

I replaced my 272 last season with a Woods RD7200 (Rear Discharge),and I would do it again in a heart beat. All other things being equal, four wheels will scalp less than two and I haven't had any problems since switching to the Woods. Everybody else has four wheels and rear discharge seems to be the "hot setup," You will not end up with old clippings in rows all over the lawn and you should be able to cut taller grass without bogging down the tractor, (on a side discharge, the left blade cuts and shuffles the grass clippings to the middle blade which cuts and shuffles to the right blade, the rear discharge cuts and drops the clippings out the back). I picked the Woods over Land Pride, Bush Hog and Befco, but would take any of these over the 261/272 (I am a big fan of John Deere, but I think that they are a little out of touch on this one). I hope this helps you.

Rear Finish Mower
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Martin Messina

Dino,Seems like the prices on good used tractors is a lot like the prices on good used cars and trucks.With the cost of new,sure puts a lot of preasure on the used market.Myself, I would buy a new tractor that has full warranty,piece of mind on how it was "broken in" and if need be, very attractive interest rates.But if you're patient,and have time to shop around,you can sometimes come up with a deal.I own a B2710,and would highly recommend one,as far as a pickup,I don't know what to tell ya.We've got a half ton Chevy that will haul or pull anything I've ever put in it or hooked on to,at about 18-20 mpg.

New or Used Compact Tractor
Kubota Tractors
Replies 12 Post by Mike

Had the same problem, I used spacers on the implement to hold the arms closer to the implement.

3 pt hitch rubbing on R4 tires
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Craig Ferris

Take a look around the rental yards and you will see most of their tractors are wearing R4's. They take a lot more abuse than either ag's or turfs. I have them on a 37hp Kubota with a loader. The only time I ran out of traction was when I hooked onto a stuck 10 wheeler. I've done quite a bit of brush hogging and would be leary of running over the 1 - 2 inch harpoons left behind if I were running turf's. I've also done quite a bit of snow blowing and plowing - no traction issues with the r4's on the snow and ice, (without chains). If you are going to use the tractor to mow the lawn, ag's are out.

Turf or Ag Tires
John Deere Tractors
Replies 10 Post by JJT

Help please!!! My tractor has arrived (JD4400, with new axle) and I need to choose a finish mower (72" rear discharge). I have narrowed my search to the Rhino FM72 rear discharge, Land Pride FDR2572, and the Bush Hog RDTH-720 based on the respective manufacturers web page published specs. Any recomendations would be greatly appreciated for these or other mowers. Also, for anyone who has recently purchased one of the above please email me what you paid for it. Thanks, Will

Which finish mower
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Replies 2 Post by wgb