Recent content by Old Machinist

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    Diesel Additives - Time to Change Brands?

    One of my tractors was bought used from a user that didn't believe in additives. The tank and fuel filter were clogged with algae. I will continue to treat my fuel.
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    Diesel Additives - Time to Change Brands?

    I've only used Biobor JF. Not had any problems so not changing. I recently added Biobor MD but the jury is out on it's benefits, if any. It doesn't have a biocide but was supposed to reduce soot. So far my regen cycles have not been reduced so I'm not sure that is working for me.
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    Do you have to “zero” a new micrometer?

    Maybe off topic but I bought this cheap caliper off Amazon and it was dead on with my 1", 2", and 3" standards after zeroing in the closed position. My old HF unit was always hard to keep batteries in so I sought out something better and so far this is that...
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    Do you have to “zero” a new micrometer?

    I have never bought a micrometer or caliper that was off. I recently purchased a inexpensive digital caliper off Amazon to replace my cheaper HF caliper. I checked it through the range with all my micrometer standards and it was dead on with all of them.
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    Deleting dpf/seven state.

    This company lists your model as compatible with their kit. They don't show any pricing. https://4dpf.com/kits/kubota-dpf-delete-kit/ I bought my LX3310 with 200 hours on it. It did it's first regen within an hour of me running it. The next was 24 hours later and the one after that ran for 36...
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    Tonneau Cover Suggestions/Recommendations

    Not sure about snow load but I love my original Agri Cover roll up tonneau. https://www.accesscover.com/
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    Battery Tender Question / Advice

    For most of my batteries I use a true 10W solar panel with no controller and add a 15SQ045 Schottky Diode rated at 15A 45V. I buy the diodes for $7.33 for 25 off eBay. So far I haven't forgot to unplug one before starting but I figure if I did the worst thing that could happen is I blow a 29...
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    Need help finding a hydraulic cylinder wiper

    The last wiper seals I bought for my New Holland backhoe I got from orings and more. Very fast, reliable shipping.
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    Not sure what this is

    I think you need to expose it better and take a better/complete photo of it.
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    Aftermarket Coolant vs. Kubota

    I haven't looked into changing the coolant in my Kubota. For my other diesel use I have been using Peak Fleet Charge concentrate and distilled water.
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    Recommendations wanted for a Hydraulic Post Hole Digger

    I didn't say it would work the SAME AS. I said it would work within reason. Does your two machines operate at the same pressures? Torque can be increased or decreased by flow and or pressure differences.
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    Recommendations wanted for a Hydraulic Post Hole Digger

    Just a word on flow ratings and "requirements". A tractor with lower than specified flow will still work within reason. It will just operate a little slower. Speed isn't a big deal on a post hole digger. The hydraulic motor on my sickle bar mower was rated for 8 to 15 GPM. It runs fine on my 5...
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    Recommendations wanted for a Hydraulic Post Hole Digger

    I'm sorry I was thinking about the Lane Shark cutter that requires a WR Long C-Flow component OR return direct to sump. The Land Pride auger looks like it runs on two hoses.
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    Recommendations wanted for a Hydraulic Post Hole Digger

    If you can fabricate they sell units designed for Chinese mini excavators on eBay for under $500. I bought a 8 inch unit not long ago for $348 shipped. I didn't really need it and flipped it for $500 instead of rigging it to the tractor. Those units run with two hoses. I think the LP unit has...
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    Grapple for an L4701

    The only flow issue you might have is a wide open third function might slam the lid open and closed. Easily solved with a restrictor fitting. 60" wide is plenty IMO. I have used a MTL RK5 on my John Deere for years and it served me well but there were times I wished I had a narrower single lid...