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Im confused on this, I have 3 hoses coming off the pump, I figure one is the feed, the other is a return as the controls are open center, and the other is the return when the controls are active. right now the pump selector is on 'S', which is to the rear, and it can move to 'O' in the front. Been that way since I got it from the dealer. S= shut O=open and what you must move it to when no loader?

My reasoning is thus: the pump is running when engine on, since hte loader is open center, oil always flows thru the circuit - using it or not. when the hoses are removed, the pump itself must now go open so it can circulate internally to avoid wiping out the gerotor?

Am I correct?

Taking the loader off a Cub 7275
Cub Cadet
Replies 9 Post by Ed

You may also want to check at Farm&Fleet (Farm&Country, Quality, etc). The Kingkutter equipment seem to be decent quality "light duty" units at very good prices. I have a 5' box blade that does fine. The cultivator looks very solid & gear drive. The cutters ($500?) & finish mowers ($1100) also look pretty solid. Landpride & Brushog are high quality (& cost), but check out KingKutter also.

bush hog brush hog rotary mower
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 12 Post by John Shade

Thanks to all for your thoughts. Jeff, you're correct about the process for this project. The wall will be 90' long, and must be constructed in lifts of about 2' (5 lifts total). Each time a layer of dirt is put down, the material has to be compacted with vibration and then an engineered fabric called geo-grid is placed over pins in the blocks and pulled back over the compacted material. In addition, about 18" of crushed rock needs to be filled in immediately behind the blocks. Then the next layer of dirt can go down. The other major consideration is that each Keystone block is 85 lbs and I don't want to be lifting, transporting and setting these completely by hand. So...that's the reason it's going to take so long, working weekends by myself. I think rentals could end up costing over $5K if I use equipment to move block and dirt. Hiring someone wouldn't be cost effective for helping move block. Sorry, it takes a bit to describe the whole story, but that's why I thought a tractor was the way to go. What do you think about that 7260 & loader for $13.8? The idea for digging was to buy a ripper and tear up the area before using the loader, thus avoiding the $5-6K for a backhoe. I also drove a Kubota B2710 today, price was $16.9K w/loader. With the objective of minimizing depreciation (Kubota will hold value better but has a significantly higher cost basis), which tractor is the way to go? thanks again everyone!

best tractor investment for a 1 year project
Cub Cadet
Replies 12 Post by Dana

I have asked and researched the size of tractor and the need for a disc or tiller and I am still confused. I desire to bush hog two or three acres and plant food plots on two or three acres. The soil is hard clay in several areas and loam in others.I will need to transport the tractor one hundred miles and size is important, however I need to purchase what is required. I have looked at the 790, 4100, NH and Kubota of simular sizes.One person tells me a 4 foot disc will do the job and another a tiller and plow. Do I need a 20, 25, 30 HP. I like the 4100 and the B-series, however they may be too small. The 25 NH may be the better size. The 790 is a good size, but large with no folding ROPS. I would like to put in a shed that is only 80" high. 790 is 82". Any help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

tractor and implement size
Operating and Attachments
Replies 11 Post by Frank M.

I've had a 4200, hydro and loader for about a year. I love the tractor, but hate the reverse pedal design! I've done a lot of loader work with the tractor and actually developed a problem with my right hip. I didn't associate the hip problem with the tractor until late this winter moving snow. Since I realized that it was the loader work, and that dumb reverse pedal, that was messing up my hip, I've taken it easy. About a week ago, I noticed on a new 4200 the new pedal design, which would solve the problem. I too have just recently talked to my dealer to get the new pedal design installed on my tractor. He hasn't gotten back to me yet, but I am going to keep pushing until the problem is fixed.

hydro pedals on 4200
John Deere Tractors
Replies 11 Post by Brad Englund

The folks are bring out a B7500 next week for me to try out the mower to make sure it's up to my desires. I think it'll do the trick and if it does it'll be mine! I've spoken to many and the dealer nearly insisted on the 60" belly mower and hydro transmission if I'll be mowing 85% of the time. The hydros are faster to mow since you don't have to shift and the 60" belly mower has ram air (I think that's what he called it) that gives a better cut since it lifts the grass, and since the mower is riding with the frame it creates less scalping etc.. He said the belly mower is a 5-10 minute tops to take it on or off. He also suggest going with a Woods FET that is lower priced, a little stronger and a better unit in his opinion. Great deal at $13,900 for the package with loaded tires of my choice. I'm leaning toward the bar/turf (or whatever it's called). Mostly mowing but they'll be some bush hog work on the hill from time to time, or when I can afford one.<br>Thanks for all the great info on this site! I've bragged on it too 2 dealers and the folks at NH and Kubota. I was thinking towar the NH TC-18 but the orange one had several advantages but you know Ford or Chevy...they are all good.<br>Now..tips and wish books are desired, especially if I sign the dotted lines.<br>Love to see a suggested retail price list for various tillers, rear blades, bush hogs, backhoe, box scrapers, etc ... I may win the lotto and need to but toys, er tools.<br>Thanks again!<br>Bo<br>

Demo next week
Kubota Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Bo McCarty THE BO-MA

Looking for a source for outer air filter for MF1240 for less than $50. Going broke on filters....Thanks,<br>

Air filter source for MF1240
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 2 Post by dbernardi

As you seem to suspect, the ratio between the front and rear tire "rolling circumference is critical on a 4wd. Your dealer may have gone to two diffent brand tires to make sure that the original ratio was maintained. It is easy enough to check if you have both sets of tires available, otherwise it does tend to take up a saturday afternoon. I'd assume that the dealer knew what he was doing, but it is always fun to check.
We can start with checking in an armchair fashion. Taking the size information off of your original tires, go to that tire manufacturer's website and obtain the figure called "loaded rolling circumference" for the front and the rear tires. Sometimes this is just called "rolling circumference". Divide one number into the other and save this ratio. We are making the assumption that this original tire ratio was designated by the manufacturer and is a perfect match to their internal front to rear gear ratio. Do the same with the new tires, and compare the new ratio with the old. They should be within 5% of one another.
If you want to dig deeper, there are several ways to determine the actual ratios of both the gears and the loaded circumference.

mixed R4 tires and PSI
Parts and Repair
Replies 34 Post by Roger L.

Just got an older 855 with 70 loader, 6 ft belly mower. Paint is peeling and has 2000 hours but I got it for 9k. Sound like a decent deal? It runs great, mower deck and loader function fine, with two exceptions. I hope these aren't "Gotchas". On the mower deck, it wont go all the way down even when the hitch arms do, is there a lockout pin someplace?????PTO engage level wont stay engaged, is there a solenoid that trips???? It looks like, just not sure.I appreciate your help.ThanksTodd

Just bought a 855 good deal
John Deere Tractors
Replies 11 Post by Todd Reid

Tim, Check out the Web Site "All Makes Tractor Tips" The link is enclosed below. You can atleast see what the specs are for the 2910. 37 HP at the PTO, 3 cylinder Ford diesel with 175 cubic inch displacement ETC. Hope this helps.
Mark

1989 Ford 2910 Info Wanted
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by Mark E. Lamprey

Kevin, first off, 160 hours on a compact tractor is hardly broken in, so that is good. You didn't say if the 4100 is gear or hydrostatic transmission, but $12,500-13,500 would be my expected price on a new gear 4100 with 410 loader, and $15,000-16,000 if it was a hydrostatic. Add $150-250 for turf or R4 tires also. So if the unit has been maintained well and not beat up, I think that $10K is a fair price for a practically new gear 4100 as far as hours go, and it's a steal if it is a hydro. You'll still have to get a mower for your needs. Personally, my opinion on the Chinese tractors is you get what you pay for, maybe less in this case. Search on this board under keywords like chinese, nortrac, allied, etc. and you will get more information. Good luck.

JD 4100 price check
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by JeffM

I noticed in my pasture small mounds of earth that had been "pelletized" (about 1/8"long). I live in GA and spread horse manure in my pasture. Are these mounds from dung beetles or some other insect? Is this nature's way of aerating or is this bad for my pasture? I may contact my county extension office if no one can help me.<br>Thanks in advance for any information.

Soil quot Pellets quot
Garden and Landscape
Replies 4 Post by FarmerWannabe

Frank, I'm with Paul and Norm on this. I had operated TLBs and mini-excavators before, but still took some time to get used to the boom swing on my JD 48 backhoe. Key things: throttle back (I set my throttle at around 1200 RPM when using the backhoe) and ease the controls for the boom rather than just sending them like you would for the loader. Seems like it takes longer, but slow and easy is probably more efficient on these units. I still lose the "touch" occasionally, then I have to stop and slow down to get it back.

Backhoe Controls
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by JeffM

Harvey, I have just the BFH for the job. (I worked on a dairy farm as a kid - seems like the first thing I learned is what a BFH is) I'll let you guys know how this turns out. Hopefully get to work on it this holiday weekend.

Field mower help
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 12 Post by JeffM

You raise an excellent point Roger, and I don't mean the tin snips. The point of running chain is to allow up-wards rotation on an implement while still allowing it to be raised. There is however a happy medium for people, like yourself, who are concerened about running a 'flexible' top-link. The solution is to put two pieces of flat bar about 4-6" long, with the proper sized hole in each end, one each side of the top-link, and then to where the top-link would normally mount. This type of mount is typically found on 3pth finnishing mowers. The addition of this spacer allows some motion in the upper link, but will form a rigid link should it become necessary. Hope this might help. Best of luck.

Anyone ever use a ROPS
Tractor Projects
Replies 33 Post by Murf

According to Bird's specs, if you're talking about a 5-foot brush hog it might be a little underpowered. That is a fairly small tractor, and I would have to have 4WD. I can't tell you the number of times I have to switch to 4WD even just mowing, and its hard to even get a full load out of a loose dirt pile with the FEL without spinning the tires some. 2WD in that light of a tractor could be an irritation if nothing else.

I couldn't imagine my 2710 without 4WD, but then I paid a lot more than $6800. The things I would consider is how the Case compact compares to the big Case tractor quality wise. They might not even make it, and parts might be a problem. (Someone on here will probably know) The other thing is that you might consider a small 10-year old Kubota with FEL and 4WD for that price.

case compact tractor
Case
Replies 4 Post by Alan L. Lewis

I have a opportunity to purchase a '94 JD770 with 4wheel drive, 60inch belly mount mower deck, DSCV, and turf tires. The tractor is in good shape, no leaks, paint is in good condition. The use was primarily lawn cutting and using a front "sweeper"in the winter. This machine was used by the school district for grounds care and was maintained well. The asking price is 8,250. The tractor has 3400 hours which is a bit high.<br>Thanks in advance

Price Check
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Scott Amyx

I looked at a 1997 JD 855 70A with a front loader and a 72" rear mower. It looks to be in pretty good condition with no signs of neglect. The sign says it was bought new (one owner) and all manuals are included. The hour meter reads 222 hours. They're asking $14,500. Is this a reasonable price? If not, what is? Thank you! Tony

John Deere 855 Price Check
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by Anthony

Can anyone tell me the difference between these two models of box scraper?Are the LandPride box scrapers a better value?Thanks in advance

Kubota L7551 vrs L7554 Box Scrapers
Kubota Tractors
Replies 1 Post by robbynne

I am not familiat with this unit but I have the JD collection system on my 755. It uses a separate gas powered engine for the blower and has 13 bushel capacity. Front weight is definitely advisable on my setup because grass/leaves get heavy and although you might not actually need the weight, the machine is clearly out of balance and it bounces like crazy.

BX2200 Grass Collection System
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 2 Post by Norm