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OK...so we have deviated abit from the topic, but here is my two cents worth -

Having had and still have sets of both, aggressive turfs and R4's on my oranges, I DO believe that it is mostly job related as to what one will benefit from the most. Here in New England, we have three seasons to contend with... Winter, Road Patch, and Mud season.

I have used my turfs for nearly 17 years plowing heavy wet snow and dealing with our winter "boiler plate". Only twice, did I feel the necessity to hand cuff my turfs with chains, though damn glad I did...then they came off again.

Then comes road patch season...if I had my R4's on at this time, I would be all over the place as I tried to dodge the holes. The turfs actually do handle much like a radial tire on an automobile does, soft and responsive.

Then...comes Mud season! This is when I put on the R4's. This year is especially bad as we had 4 inches of rain in one hour yesterday on top of an already over flowing water table. When I came back from the long weekend, my garden had started to green over, not with deere droppings,(sorry could'nt resist), but rather weeds and the like. I had not looked in the rain gage yet. I decided to till under the growth...dropped the front in the garden and down we went.
Over the axles and just about to the floor boards!

As long as I was in, might as well chew it up, went down about 1.5 feet, as I was now pushing the muck with the axles and forward / leading edge of my tires. I had the R4's on and glad I did...she just kept on pulling.
Had I had my aggressive turfs on, I would have had my truck out there as well pulling the orange out, as they would have wanted to float on me.

After this season is done, the R4's will be coming off and the turfs will ride again until next time.

Yes I have pictures, they kind of remind you of the fresh NH shots, only difference...I was able to drive out after every pass!

Willie H.

pallet forks
Operating and Attachments
Replies 12 Post by WillieH

I have 5 hilly and very rocky acres. The only way I can control the weeds is to use Roundup. But I have to spray after each rain fall because the weeds return. I'm thinking of either fabricating or buying a tooth bar to mount on the loader and try to pick most of the rocks so I can use the box blade to control the weeds.

Implement for weed control removal
Operating and Attachments
Replies 18 Post by Maynard

You learn something new every day if your lucky. I did't know husky was a referance to husqvarna. Thought that was that bike company. I never heard of husqvarna until I walked into the local cub cadet dealer on my tractor search. I burned about 10 cord this winter and a new chain saw and log splitter our on my wish list. I don't know where you all live, but here in pa it seems like it's been winter for 2 years.

What kind of Chainsaw to buy
Shop Tools
Replies 80 Post by homedad5acre

I sold my 550 tiller last year for $500 which had very little use, that's why I sold it.

John Deere 550 tiller - Price Check
Operating and Attachments
Replies 2 Post by Maynard

I thought "politician" and "lawyer" where synonyms.

How bout the Commander in Chief on the USS
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 39 Post by homedad5acre

I always get confused about percent grade vs degree of slope. Having said that, I think that anyone will get into the pucker factor at 22 degree. I mow all the time at about 20 degrees when going cross a hills on certain areas of my place, but no more. When I do this, it is a known area that has NO drop offs, ridges or bumps. Most places that are that steep or steeper, I mow straight up and down. You can mow to 30 or 35 degrees going up and down. Some may not agree with me, but I do this with bit of experience under my belt. And yes I have a tiltmeter, rather two of them. I use them for curiosity on slopes and to keep check on my pucker factor. The best use I have for them is to make grades, as in ditches and contouring banks etc.

Freaked out about rollovers
Parts and Repair
Replies 68 Post by JerryG

Does the unit have 4 wheels or 2? Is it 3pt or tow behind? If 2 then you need to lift the front on the 3pt.

Can I adjust height of finish mower deck
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 4 Post by Peters

You should be able to match the bearing at a supply house even without the number off of it. They can mic it and get the number from the dimensions.
The bushing may need to come from Yanmar. You may be able to match it to a JD number also. Dave should know.

Yanmar 226D 4wd Problems
Yanmar Tractors
Replies 17 Post by Peters

I don't know if the Case IH still supplies parts for that tractor but I believe it would match to a Malhindra maybe a E350 as the tooling for the 340 was sold to Malhindra and is made in India, I believe.
Peters

water pump
Parts and Repair
Replies 3 Post by Peters

Chief, Cutter,
I did get a jug of regular UDT while at the dealer. Your right Chief, don't be a cheapo with the oil. I just didn't know how compatable it was with the BX. I can understand the cooling aspect of the fluid too Cutter. I don't think there is any real heat exchanger except for that little fan in front of the trans. I think I'll take the UDT back and tell 'em to get me the Super. Thanks for your thoughts.
Glenn

UDT vs Super UDT
Kubota Tractors
Replies 35 Post by Glenn-D

Ref:Yanmar problem is common to smaller Yanmar tractors. It is a sticking valve in the control located under the seat. A temporary solution is to take the valve apart and slightly sand the plunger. Yanmar sent a factory rep to my home many years ago when I was having the same problem. (Under weight the lift stops or freezes up and will not work, but makes a hissing sound, as if it is trying to work) If this is the case the solution is what I told you. You will have to replace the valve, but the method I gave you might get you by for a while. I replaced at least three valves. Good luck. flealine

Yanmar 1600 Hydraulics not working
Yanmar Tractors
Replies 8 Post by flealine

This is the latest software and it watches you very closely and impossible to avoid. Beware.

The FBI has NEW surveilance software and is watching YOU
Just For Fun Off Topic
Replies 12 Post by Chief

Thanks Art, I stopped by the local truck repair shop and he had them laying around on the tire machines. Cost me $1.00 so I tipped the guy I was so happy!

Valve stem trouble on calcium filled tires
Parts and Repair
Replies 12 Post by cutter

Buy a post hole digger and drill the holes for the trees.

possibly selling my 4100 HST
John Deere Tractors
Replies 4 Post by Chief

Reberta, I happened to notice your posting on your problem and figured why not get your head spinning even more. No, just kidding, landscaping has been my life so let's see if I can help a bit.
Tom and Murf have you started in the right direction and I have to agree with them for safety, and because of your equipment size you are out gunned, don't worry though.
Murf was right you should grass the slope. The area is simply to narrow and steep to be elaborate when simple works. Being that narrow in width you have to enjoy it by looking down on it or up at it.
Not seeing the project makes it a little hard to know what ground prep or proper equipment is needed. It isn't that big of area so even with the slope it will not require a lot of equipment time. Ask around and I am sure you can find the right contractor to do the job ( landscaper or excavator.
Without seeing the area it is hard to tell if the ground you have will grow grass without topsoil. But it sounds like you have planted on it. You might be able to rake and seed the area yourself. It looks like hand work to me. August to October is best for most of the US for planting. I would be glad to help you with the proper seed selection but I would need some more information first and we would also have to discuss what erosion control should be used.

Terracing my property
Garden and Landscape
Replies 30 Post by Bvan

As a possible BX22 owner, I am concerned at Jeff R who
stated that "I wouldn't have a sub compact BX2200. Front tires are way too small and the loader only has 1 hydro cylinder...." Does anyone have any information on this ?
What is the normal config for hydro powered loaders and hoes ? I have heard the BX22 is one helluva machine, so I am curious to hear if anyone has any complaints....
Thanks !

BX22 Prices
Kubota Tractors
Replies 19 Post by GJ Archibald

I'm trying to get a 48" tiller for my Kubota B7500. The dealer recommends the Kubota counter-rotating tine tiller. Anyone know anything about Kubotas vs. Howard vs. Landpride?
My soil is sandy loam, and I ran a borrowed 48" Howard that worked fine.

tiller for Kubota B7500
Operating and Attachments
Replies 2 Post by eitan1

Was quoted (over the internet) $20,500 for tc40d, ss, 17LA, HD bucket and R4 tires. I am going to get it in writing.

Anybody get better? Who from?

tc40D Price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 6 Post by annonz

I'm not familiar with the 4115 but I did buy and took delivery last Thursday on a 4210 with loader and scraper. It's really a powerfull 28 HP tractor. I'm thinking of getting a backhoe for it to dig around my 5 acres...pond? Holes for pole barn? Footing for retaining wall? Pit to BBQ kalua pig? Endless list.

Ordered 4115 but now eyeing 4210
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Maynard

WBFA,<br>
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Opinions on your questions are very subjective in that we do not know the overall condition, age or machine hours. I'm new to this site, but I'll take a stab at a selling price.I'll give $1,500 for the used loader. Tillers are worth about $400 to $800 depending again on age and condition, so lets say a nominal price of $600. (I know this because I'm searching for a tiller for my 6200). Rear blades are relatively inexpensive,let's say $200. Not an expert on brush hogs, but an educated guess is $700. The tractor, depending on hours and model year, is probably worth nominal $2800. ( I bought my clean 6200 with low hours for $3800) Total comes to $5800. Maybe round it up or down a little depending on hours, cleanliness, maintenence, availability of manuals, mechanical condition of implements etc.<br>
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My 2 cents.<br>
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John Fundy

B6000
Kubota Tractors
Replies 2 Post by johnfundy