Recent content by Crockodotsky

I'm sure the tensioner could be better adjusted. I just absolutely abuse it. Years ago I had a Toro rider and took it to the dealer for some adjustments. He was pissed to find a palm frond boot up in the deck and said I needed to rake my entire yard before cutting. I told him to get bent and...

Many thanks for the link! I've already got a parts on order based on the parts list.

Makes sense. I have to do the same with my old Dixie Chopper. I smoke belts routinely but it's better than paying someone. I tried to cut half of my 50" cut today and burnt another belt. I'm so tough on that old girl but she keeps on cutting

Old and Tired, any idea where I can get a user manual for my B8200D? I've got a web based manual but I'd really like a PDF that I can save and print. Also, I'm searching southwest, FL and far Western VA/Far Eastern TN for a bush hog/rotary mower. With my model, should I stick with a 48" deck...

My son and sort of bought it together. He bought the big trailer and I bought the tractor. He wanted the bucket, I didn't but after using it just for a few minutes here in Florida, I cleared up a bunch of storm damage in a hurry. I looked to see where a ROPS would bolt on and only found holes...

All great advice Gentlemen, many thanks for the quick responses. It's good to know this forum is so active. I'll reach out to Mountain Man. Not sure why someone would remove the ROPS in the first place.

WOW, great advice. This property is VERY steep. I'll start searching for one ASAP. Thx

Thought I would introduce myself as a first time owner of a tractor. Just bought this B8200 for an old hillside tobacco farm in VA. My first job is to get a rotary cutter/bush hog to maintain the cleared parts of the property. But I don't know where to begin with regards to PTO shaft length...