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  1. hodge

    Dumbest thing you've done in a shop

    Ha! Be comforted! You aren't the only one- I am a flooring installer, and have taken a bazillion doors off in my career. I have seen MANY doors with a piece glued/nailed back on and painted over. I like posts like this- not because it is funny to laugh at others, but because it shows that we...
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    Wanted, Misc parts for 1997 B7100

    I watch Ebay, and there isn't too much on there for B7100's. Have you thought about sending emails to Kubota dealers? Perhaps some of them have a boneyard. Otherwise, I will keep my eyes open, as I watch Ebay and Craigslist. Mark
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    Front tires for B7100 for sale

    I replaced my straight tread Goodyears on my B7100 with a set or Carlisle Turf Savers. They are more agressive, and within budget. The Goodyears are in very good shape, with little wear, not cuts or tears, and hold air fine. $50 for both, plus whatever they cost to ship. I will include a photo...
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    So What Kind of Stupid am I?

    Lots of good stories- which proves the point- we all do stupid things. Hence the phrase "If your gonna be dumb, you gotta be tough". Don't beat yourself up- the only real stupid part is if you didn't learn anything from it.
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    two Wheelhorses for sale

    These two tractors are sold. A gentleman came and bought both of them today.
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    Fuel choices for Diesel- ramifications

    You could also use Powerservice 911, if it is currently jelled up. Otherwise, use Powerservice in the white bottle- it's for winter, and helps with jelling.
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    Best way to add weights?

    I understand that 3 will fit. I can't put any on the frame, as it sits- the screen covering the oil cooler is there. According to my local Kubota shop, I need a frame that bolts onto the tractor frame. My front tires aren't loaded- I will try that first. Perhaps that will give me enough weight...
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    two Wheelhorses for sale

    I have a nice 310-8 and an even nicer C-101 for sale. Both run great, are in exellent mechanical condition, good cosmetic condition, and have no major issues. Both have very solid decks, with no rust, no holes, and good spindles. Both mow great, and need nothing. Both have good/new ags on back...
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    Best way to add weights?

    I have a B7100, and would like to put some suitcase weights on the front. I do not have the mount for them, and my local Kubota shop doesn't have one lying around. Does anyone know of a source, or could someone post a pic or two of their setup, so that I could fabricate a mount? They have plenty...
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    B6000 gray market?

    The type of tires aren't a dead ringer- someone could have easily changed them during the life of the tractor. According to a grey market tractor list posted on mytractorforum.com, the B6000 can be both a grey market and a USA model.
  11. hodge

    B6200 Steering Failure

    Are you watching ebay for a parted out tractor? A machine shop is a good idea, but can get pricey. Doesn't matter, though, if you can't get the parts otherwise. I lost a special nut that holds the cover plate on my Cummins engine. A friend who works at a machine shop quoted me $80 to machine a...
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    B6000e knocking

    How long have you owned the tractor? Is this a new noise, or are you just getting used to it? A knock is normal for a diesel at startup, and is more pronounced the colder it is. That being said, an unnatural (for a diesel) knock can happen if something is wrong. So, it could be normal, or not...
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    7100 HST operation question

    Dusty, it does. Thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving!
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    B8200 black smoke and no power. Ideas?

    It could also be rolling black smoke because the engine is under heavy load. Given the hydraulic issues you are having, perhaps there is a heavy hydraulic load, taxing the engine. I would look for your hydraulic issue, solve that, and then address the engine, if it is still running black.
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    7100 HST operation question

    Do I need to operate my tractor at full throttle, like other hydrostatics need to be? The operators manual doesn't really say. Mark
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    New member introduction with Pictures

    I don't feel it is appropriate for me to welcome you- I am new here, too. But, I mirror your comment- thank you for having me! I also just bought a B7100 HST, and love it. This seems to be a great site, and I look forward to being a part of it.