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Post by deadeer on Apr 16, 2022 19:05:05 GMT -5
I bought one like that in 2013 or 14. Best money spent. Handier than a shirt pocket Handier than a shirt pocket... that is a brilliant saying! And true!
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Post by deadeer on Apr 16, 2022 23:55:58 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡
Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go.
I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer.
Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙
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Post by duff on Apr 17, 2022 4:41:02 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 Swing on down to Bedford. I will let you show me this thing you call maintenance. Never heard of it. Honestly I have changed oil a few time. Had to replace a kill switch tied to the forward reverse pedal. Battery has never needed charged or replaced.
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Post by greghopper on Apr 17, 2022 6:49:16 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 Does it have a Tier 1 motor or before that?
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Post by treetop on Apr 17, 2022 6:53:00 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 Every winter I do the same thing on my tractor I even give her a wax job ya got to treat her right
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Post by deadeer on Apr 17, 2022 7:40:37 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 Does it have a Tier 1 motor or before that? I'm not sure what years the different tiers fall under. I know that off road makes a difference, and size (horsepower). This one has zero emissions, as in no DPF, no EGR. 32hp. Only fancy thing it has is an electric fuel solenoid. Esshups tractor is same unit just older, and has the old time fuel shutoff cable to pull. Even less to go wrong. Another buddy has a 2019 Kubota, 39hp, and it does have a DPF. It is a computerized engine, and does passive regens.
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Post by budd on Apr 17, 2022 8:43:09 GMT -5
Went to a auction yesterday to buy a landscaping rake, they sold a Kubota belly mower that looked spotless for $450. I thought hard about buying and flipping it.
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Post by deadeer on Apr 17, 2022 8:52:33 GMT -5
Went to a auction yesterday to buy a landscaping rake, they sold a Kubota belly mower that looked spotless for $450. I thought hard about buying and flipping it. Uuugggghhhh. That's on my short list as well. I found a used one locally for $900 on first look. But will keep looking for better deal.
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Post by duff on Apr 17, 2022 8:57:49 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 Every winter I do the same thing on my tractor I even give her a wax job ya got to treat her right You probably like your kids and buy your wife flowers too. Keep rubbing it in how much better you are! Lol I was raised in a production mind set. Fix it when it breaks. Probably not the best plan but pretty popular
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Post by esshup on Apr 17, 2022 9:08:40 GMT -5
Going to put the light on the rear? I need to do the full maintenance and pressure wash thing on mine.
Can you make hoses at work? The only place that I know of to get hoses made is either at the dealer, the JD dealer or Scotty's Hydraulics in Plymouth.
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Post by whitetaildave24 on Apr 17, 2022 9:15:27 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 I’ll keep you in mind when it’s time for my 50 hour change of all fluids and filters. Have to do that to keep my warranty. You hire out? Lol. Never did anything like that on a tractor, but will do it myself instead of having it taken in to get done. Plenty of YouTube videos on it.
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Post by deadeer on Apr 17, 2022 9:27:42 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 I’ll keep you in mind when it’s time for my 50 hour change of all fluids and filters. Have to do that to keep my warranty. You hire out? Lol. Never did anything like that on a tractor, but will do it myself instead of having it taken in to get done. Plenty of YouTube videos on it. If you weren't 10k miles away, I'd be right down to help you out. But, if you had a pond to fish like Esshup and Treetop... lol. YouTube is your friend for sure. Just got to make sure and get the proper fluids and filters that are recommended for your exact unit.
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Post by deadeer on Apr 17, 2022 9:28:46 GMT -5
Every winter I do the same thing on my tractor I even give her a wax job ya got to treat her right You probably like your kids and buy your wife flowers too. Keep rubbing it in how much better you are! Lol I was raised in a production mind set. Fix it when it breaks. Probably not the best plan but pretty popular Lol. Just protecting my investment.
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Post by greghopper on Apr 17, 2022 9:32:34 GMT -5
Got her completely serviced today. I replaced every fluid and filter possible. Greased everything, including 5 zerks underneath that were clean and obviously never greased. 😡 Found a leaking hydraulic hose on the bucket I need to replace, and gonna add a light and have the rear tires filled next. Both front tires leak, so will address that next. Wife kinda looking at me funny after spending all this money and then another bundle to straighten it out. It is what it is. I am no perfectionist, but want a solid, dependable machine and want everything right when I call it ready to go. I welded a length of angle iron across the top of the bucket where it was bent and straightened it, and welded a grab hook in the center. Will get a couple more to weld on for lifting and to tie down on trailer. Gonna get a good wash job and recheck the fluids on Sunday. Getting there! 😙 I’ll keep you in mind when it’s time for my 50 hour change of all fluids and filters. Have to do that to keep my warranty. You hire out? Lol. Never did anything like that on a tractor, but will do it myself instead of having it taken in to get done. Plenty of YouTube videos on it. Do they require you to show proof it was done or just the Honesty policy?
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Post by deadeer on Apr 17, 2022 9:34:29 GMT -5
Going to put the light on the rear? I need to do the full maintenance and pressure wash thing on mine. Can you make hoses at work? The only place that I know of to get hoses made is either at the dealer, the JD dealer or Scotty's Hydraulics in Plymouth. I dont think we have that small size of hose or these particular fittings. We use River Bend Hose in South Bend. Bring in a sample and wait on the spot for it. The roll bar is too tall to go in my garage with it up. So I am looking for alternatives.
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Post by budd on Apr 17, 2022 9:35:41 GMT -5
Went to a auction yesterday to buy a landscaping rake, they sold a Kubota belly mower that looked spotless for $450. I thought hard about buying and flipping it. Here is a picture of it in the flier. Everything was going a little under value I thought. Got the rake for $225, paint was still like new. Didnt watch the guns or ammo sale. www.reinhardtauctions.com/peck
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Post by whitetaildave24 on Apr 17, 2022 9:38:39 GMT -5
I’ll keep you in mind when it’s time for my 50 hour change of all fluids and filters. Have to do that to keep my warranty. You hire out? Lol. Never did anything like that on a tractor, but will do it myself instead of having it taken in to get done. Plenty of YouTube videos on it. Do they require you to show proof it was done or just the Honesty policy? I have to take a pic of one filter and a screen that have to be replaced and take that in to them. I don’t remember which one it is right now, but that’s the only proof I have to show them. I was told I can just call them and they will have all fluids and parts gathered up and I just go pick them up. I’m not holding my breath on that part though. I eventually need to get a trailer to haul it around and in for service if ever needed.
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Post by duff on Apr 17, 2022 9:47:57 GMT -5
Forgot I had the dealer pick mine up. The deck was not dropping unless I would shut off the motor and cycle the lift. One of the bars was bent.
Dealer picked it up and delivered for minimal 50 total. I don't take mine anywhere so 1 tow in 8 years I am happy to pay someone else 25 each direction. Even it it was 1x yr that barely exceeds the license plate
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Post by esshup on Apr 17, 2022 12:18:07 GMT -5
Dang, that was a good price on the belly mower. There is a finish mower that I can drag behind mine.
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Post by treetop on Apr 17, 2022 13:23:26 GMT -5
Every winter I do the same thing on my tractor I even give her a wax job ya got to treat her right You probably like your kids and buy your wife flowers too. Keep rubbing it in how much better you are! Lol I was raised in a production mind set. Fix it when it breaks. Probably not the best plan but pretty popular No kids and got rid of the wife some years back just really wast a good ROI so I let someone else go broke with her I am a bit of a nerd when it comes to upkeep on stuff my work made me that way can’t make money when your trucks are in the shop getting fixed or your tools are broken Most of our trucks and vans get flipped around 120,000 lot of life yet but much more than that it’s hard to get any cash out of them on trade.
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