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    Daily Chuckle

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    What size tractor?

    Just some additional information, just in case anyone is interested in the livestock route. 1. hay, it is possible to raise livestock without hay if you do it right. https://stockmangrassfarmer.com/store/product/kick-the-hay-habit 2. Fence, I have heard of but not tried using wireless fence...
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    What size tractor?

    Have to ask… why are all of you spending so much time and money mowing. I have 15 acres, and HAD a 100 hp tractor and a 16’ bat wing. Which really struggled because the grass was so thick by the way. One day when I was mowing I said why am I doing this. Sold the tractor, put up a fence and...
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    Daily Chuckle

    Slightly enhanced
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    Daily Chuckle

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    Welding thick metal

    Stick or MiG will work…. Assuming you are not welding in a windy area. High winds can blow the shielding gas away. Concur with bevel and pre-heat. But don’t forget that weld heat can and will pull material out of square, so make sure you have it braced well before you start! I would use MiG...
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    Mini excavator auger for a BX23s backhoe

    They make different size augers that require different amounts of hydraulic flow, and can run different size bits. If you want to try it, check the specs and get the closest you can to your flow and pressure. Just as an fyi if it turns too slow it won’t remove dirt from auger, you might need...
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    steering to the left constantly

    Cars typically have a very slight toe in to help them track straight. your tractor probably doesn’t. Assuming both front and both rear tires have matching air pressure, it may just be as simple as the crown in the road. Assuming it always pulls one way on the road, but fine in an open field...
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    3-Point core aerator?

    I am far from an expert on aerators, but I had extremely compacted soils when I purchased my property in 2011, and all the research I did indicated aerators that removed a plug were best for soil health. Key factors from my research and limited experience are unit weight, type, cost and build...
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    KX040-5 tablet setup for Indeco Mulcher

    Found some answers while adding the camera kit, which by the way was easy to do. The instructions to be the correct installer/service-mode entry procedure for the KX040-5’s 7-inch monitor, including the keyless-start version. The KX040-5 does use the new jog-dial display and keyless starter...
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    3-Point core aerator?

    No idea about the land pride, but I have a 6’ model that does that I got from everything attachments about 10 years ago, use it 2-3 times a year still works perfectly. https://www.everythingattachments.com/Independent-Wheel-Lawn-Aerator-p/ea-xd-la.htm
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    Flat face quick connectors for B2620

    Is this what you are looking for? https://www.discounthydraulichose.com/2HTF2-HT2F2.html
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    Advice and pricing for newbie wanted.

    Also check numerous dealers, even if they are all part of the same company, you can sometimes save a substantial amount of $ and still get free delivery. in addition check online to see if you can add third function kits that you can add yourself this saves shop labor, assuming you are...
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    Attachment

    I am sorry I can’t help, but just for fun I asked chat… this is it’s answer If you’re referring to the Kubota B2778 60-inch front rotary sweeper, adapting it to a Kubota B1700 is possible in principle, but it is not a simple bolt-on conversion. The sweeper is part of Kubota’s front...
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    Flat Face Hydraulic Connector Help

    Thanks… Actually have this document printed on my desk, just keep forgetting to take it home!