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beagle,<br>
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I see the indicator and your extra hydraulics in photo 4. <br>
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Can you go a little further in depth about the indicator mechanism? I think I get it, but more info would help.<br>
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Also I would love a description and/or more photos of how the extra hydraulics work.<br>
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- JP

Kubota Quarter inching valve vs position control valve
Kubota Tractors
Replies 16 Post by JParker

Dennis,<br>
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Please don't take this wrong, I love the way 98% of this board is set up, but the search engine and I just don't get along for some reason. I also saw the Google search of the board, but it didn't seem up to Google's standards on the web. <br>
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Example: Wanted to find the discussion about the split pipe modification on a front end loaders to plow snow on a gravel road. <br>
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Searched for:Snow FEL Gravel (among other searches)<br>
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Result: Done<br>
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DRankin was nice enough to find and post the link, but I just couldn't come up with the word combination to find it through the search engines available here.<br>
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The link below contains all those words, but in separate posts. Is that the problem?<br>
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Any useful suggestions?<br>
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- JP<br>

TP com Search Feature
Website Operations Howto
Replies 5 Post by JParker

Found the link. Here it is if interested.

It gets better around page 2.

- JP

4 in 1 bucket for NH 7308 loader
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 9 Post by JParker

Welcome.

I don't know exactly what you mean by a shoe, but there are some good discussions about a split pipe added to the front lip of the bucket to improve snow plowing on gravel roads. I think a few people even have pictures of what they made.

I searched the archives, but couldn't seem to get a hit. I guess I need some practice with this search engine.

- JP

BX23 NEW OWNER
Kubota Tractors
Replies 11 Post by JParker

OK, sorry. Maybe it specifically filters out that address, but I just followed a link in another thread that took me straight into the other site and straight down into a discussion.<br>
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After a test, it appears that one snuck through.<br>
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I see what you mean. A test link to the other site came back with <br>
"Advertising Links are Not Allowed Please Correct".<br>
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Since I don't belong over there, I haven't ever tried to link to it.<br>
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I know we get a lot of people posting "Questions" that really are ads. <br>
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I guess they had to come up with some type of automated system to attempt to minimize those problems. Kind of like a spam filter. They block most spam, but some still gets through, and some good stuff gets blocked as well.<br>
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Just list the name of the Product. Most likely a Google search will find it where ever it is sold.

Subj Any Way
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by JParker

I know this is a little late, but in the Kubota Workshop Manual I ordered under "Tire Liquid Injection" it specifically says "IMPORTANT Do not fill the front tires with liquid."

Sorry but they don't get in to the why part.

They also recommend only filling to 75% full. A 100% filled tire in incompressible.
-JP

Repair Problems - Is this usual
John Deere Tractors
Replies 22 Post by JParker

I definitely agree with going Hydro for the Manuverability, but I'm not sure its enough for a 6' Brush Bull. I use a Lt Wt 5' Bush Hog with a 30 Hp tractor fairly well, but wouldn't want to go up another foot with just 2 more Hp. In heavy grass it bogs down. With the hydro trans, you can compensate pretty easy, but its annoying to have to slow down. You may find yourself wanting more power fairly often.

Just my 2 cents.

JD 4310 v 990
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by JParker

I just saw that this old thread has come back to life. As for me, I found a 2 year old, used twin axle 10K trailer with brakes on one axle for $1100. I had a brake controller added to the Frontier, but am not convinced that its all working correctly. The trailer has done a little light hauling but not the tractor yet. I could lock up the brakes empty on gravel, but during an empty test on pavement, it didn't appear to even slow the idling truck. Time to learn a bit more about how trailer brakes and brake controllers work. The tester I got with the controller says its wired correctly, so it may be the trailer. I haven't taken time to do any diagnostics.

Hopefully I can borrow a bigger truck if I need to move the full load anytime soon. In a few years, I may make the jump to a bigger truck.

All in all, I think either a trailer and good heavy truck or a roll back are the way to go.

-JP

U-Haul Auto Transport Trailer for CUT
Pickup Trucks and Trailers
Replies 35 Post by JParker

I just tried a Google search and found the Greenwell Mfg Site. See Link Below. The phone number and e-mail listed there appear to be working as of this posting. I got a voice mail saying they were currently closed but I got a voice mail identifying the company on that number and late at night I would expect them to be closed.<br>
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I sent them an e-mail asking about some parts I wanted to buy, I'll let you know if I get a reply on that address.<br>
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- JParker

Hydraulic top link for sub compacts
New Holland Tractors
Replies 26 Post by JParker

I don't know about the King Kutter II, but I have a gear drive King Kutter. I know they do have a smaller line made for the BX size tractors. They even painted them orange. You may want to watch out for them, they are chain drive. Like you, I don't know gear drive is stronger, it just seems like a better idea. Tractor Supplys in VA had both 48" models for $999 this past summer, so I chose the gear drive model.

My B7800 is about 60" wide. The way the 48" tiller is designed, it is offset to cover the right tire track. May be a way to save a little money unless you are tilling a very large area and need full width coverage.

I accidentially used mine as a rock crusher when I tilled up a new area for a garden. It literally chewed up some of the big ones into little ones with no damage to speak of.

I'm not a geologist so I don't know what type of rock it was, but it wasn't sandstone or something very soft.

I'm very impressed with the King Kutter so far.

-jp

Tillers And I thought choosing a tractor was tough
Operating and Attachments
Replies 19 Post by JParker

I had the opportunity to drive my Uncle's Primus (I think an 03 model) while on vacation. I have to admit it was an interesting little car. Great for 1 or 2 persons (like most of us drive most of the time), not overly peppy but not too bad either. I may think about one in a few years if they are still around as a weekday commuter vehicle. I still need a truck on weekends and for towing.

I don't think they are playing with physics too much here either. The main savings in town driving come from shutting off the engine when you aren't moving. I have a GPS mounted in my car and often look at how much time in a short trip is spent "Stopped" vs "Moving". It's a good indicator of what is killing the city mileage. They do gain a few points by recovering energy with the regenerative braking, but I wonder how much that actually saves. I think the Toyota system uses the main motor for braking not something in each wheel. If so, since it's already there as a motor why not also use it as a generator.

If a different design requires extra components, I wonder if its really worth the extra complexity.

The extra highway mileage seems to come from having a very small engine with enough power to keep the mass moving. It uses the electric motor to help the gas engine accelerate. Like the previously posted specs indicate, with both the motor and gas engine working together, it has very decent torque.

I'm really waiting for a reasonably priced 4x4 truck. If they can get a truck up from the 15-18 mpg range into the 30-35 mpg range with hybrid technology, and keep the price reasonable, I think they will sell quite a few. If it wasn't for towing concerns I'd buy one. I bet it would handle a little utility trailer any way. Just not a 3500# tractor on a car hauler.

In the SUV market, I wouldn't be suprised to see that diesel/hybrid combo show up. If they throw in the ability to access the generator with some 120 volt and 240 volt outlets like I've seen info on, I think it would make a great contractor truck. A few people in rural areas may be interested as well.

Just my slightly wordy $.02

jparker

Hybrid cars
Autos SUV Trucks
Replies 49 Post by JParker

Ken

Are these chippers to turn the ex-christmas tree farm into mulch, or just clean up from storms & land clearing for trails, roads, buildings...?

- JP

Used Brush Bandit 150 12 quot chipper
Operating and Attachments
Replies 24 Post by JParker

So from an engine lubrication point of view, High Sulphur is Good?

Its being removed because it causes Acid rain I guess.

new diesel fuel in 2006
Kubota Tractors
Replies 13 Post by JParker

I'm curious about the length problem on the PTO & Top link. So far I've used it with Bush Hog & Tiller and had no PTO issues. I don't think the dealer cut the shaft to length on either, just collapsed it enough. I've also used with Box blade & Subsoiler just fine as well. As far as the top link, It did seem a little close on the box blade one time, but I had stored in on a sloped surface and had problems getting it hooked. I don't use a top link on the hog, the chain trick I read about here works very well for me cutting on hills.

See photo 6 for closeup of Quick Hitch (Minus a few lost adjusting screws).

-JP

Easy hitch on B7510
Kubota Tractors
Replies 15 Post by JParker

The B7800 safetys require both PTO's off and no hydro pedal unless you are in the seat or it shuts down after a second or two. Mine doesn't require parking brake or being in neutral to dismount.<br>
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There is a second seat switch that allows rear pto operation if the seat is flipped forward for log splitters... I don't know about the parking brake interlock in this mode or not but I would think its a good idea to secure the machine somehow while using the pto from a dismounted position. <br>
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Personally, I've almost stopped using the parking brake due to problems with CRS. Instead I use the bucket as a parking brake. Kind of hard to drive off with it down and not notice ;) <br>
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- JP

Seat safety cutoff switch
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by JParker

Update...

The jaw was only able to put a few 1/8" deep x 1" long dents in the 2x4. I dropped off the 2x4, the keys and a note to the dealer. I haven't heard the result yet, but the dealer offered to come check pressures and haul it back to the shop if needed. I had to ask them to hold off till after the weekend so I could hog the pasture first.

TomG - Thanks for the line on the book, I'll check a local dealer and Amazon.

I've heard and do the same as Beagle. After shutting down, I lower all hydraulics and then cycle the loader valve through all positions to be sure all pressure is off. The dealer and people here say a little leakage is normal. My 3pth was leaking down 3" in 15 minutes before the repair. I should know after tomorrow if that has been corrected.

Like I told the dealer, the bucket thing was a suprise. I can live with it if needed to get back the bite strength, but they want to check some pressure readings first. Apparently there is a relief valve in the bucket circuit that may need adjustment.

Hydraulics quot leaking down quot
Kubota Tractors
Replies 8 Post by JParker

Thanks for the heads up. I haven't had mine off yet.

hey look
Everything and Anything
Replies 28 Post by JParker

Congratulations on the new Tool. Even if it is the wrong color ;)

I don't know about your area, but in VA and many other states, a 2 axle trailer requires trailer brakes. Although from looking at used trailers, I've seen that many are non-functional or missing brakes all together.

Think about what the piece of steel you just bought weighs and what it cost. Then check out the cost difference to add trailer brakes to what you already have or are shopping for. I hope you will not have any trouble making the safe choice.

My problem is at the other end. Needing more truck to pull with, and although not a necessity, I'd like to out weigh what I'm pulling if possible. Something about physics...

- JParker

what should I do with my dealer
John Deere Tractors
Replies 9 Post by JParker

Do you know if the ends are replacable, or would I need to order the whole shaft?

The Bush Hog has the ring type. The KK Tiller has the push button type. Much easier to work, but not used as often as the cutter.

PTO Shaft Hook-up
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by JParker

I didn't find one in time for the weekend, so I guess I'll order one. I did just find an online article comparing marine diesel fuel funnel filters people may be interested in.

Same juice, basically the same engine, looked like a decent article and we have a few marine stores around here I can check out.

Once it gets boring, just jump to the links at the bottom for the results.

Also, I found "Racor Fuel Filter Funnel" and "Mr. Funnel" Ken listed. Google finds both of them nicely.

I haven't gotten one yet, but any of them look like a great idea and may also help with the more than a little overblown Kubota FEL bar & fuel fill issue as well.

Diesel Fuel Supplement
John Deere Tractors
Replies 39 Post by JParker