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  1. UpNorthMI

    Anybody use a box blade WITHOUT top & tilt?

    I run a box blade on my L3901 without top and tilt even though it has 2 sets of rear remotes. On my MX5800 I run with just a hydraulic top cylinder, neither are main tasks for me. I understand the convenience of on the fly adjustment but to be honest I tend to set it then run with it. Unless...
  2. UpNorthMI

    Skid Steer Brush Mower on Front Loader

    That’s a good option, it has a rear pto hydraulic powered pack option which users recommend. It’s very functional and has vertical cutting too. Not sure it’s rated for a 525 loader, seems most videos are on MX tractors with 1065 loader. I looked at one for vertical cutting forest trails using my...
  3. UpNorthMI

    Front Axle Fluid Level

    You need to screw in the dip stick on top of the axle, then unscrew it and remove it to ensure the fluid is between the high and low marks.
  4. UpNorthMI

    HST vs. Partially Synchronized in an MX5400

    I do a mix of work with my tractors but all are HST models, they are just so convenient, I can live with the small loss in HP for the easy and productive use. In expectation of HP loss I just selected the most power I could buy at the time in that series / size of tractor, hence I have a L3901...
  5. UpNorthMI

    Can an L5740 handle a (7 ft) IH-80 snowblower

    Bob, I run an MX5800 which is similar in HP and weight to your tractor, I used to have an older 7' snow blower and it ran well even in heavy snow here in MI, I now have a newer 72" Woodmaxx rear snow blower, Woodmaxx also makes an 84" wide model and quotes 25-65HP for that model. I also run a...
  6. UpNorthMI

    Skid Steer Brush Mower on Front Loader

    I own and run tractors and a track loader. I have several front cutting attachments for my track loader, my brush cutter is just under 1,600 lbs and runs at 30GPM on the hydraulics. Tractor FEL capability runs off real quick as you move away from the mounting pins or plate. I would not even...
  7. UpNorthMI

    What size tiller for L3901

    I agree that soil condition is the most important factor, secondly is your expectation of speed and depth of tilling. Based on the manual the implement recommendations are the same for the L3301 and the L3901, what made us both opt to buy a L3901 .....lol
  8. UpNorthMI

    Which tires for first tractor purchase?

    I run turfs on a L3901 that I use for a mixture of lawn, field and woodland use, I have ag tires on my other 2 tractors that I don’t run across the lawns as they make large indents. I also use my L3901 in the winter with snow clearing, overall turfs do great, I have no issues in the field doing...
  9. UpNorthMI

    What size tiller for L3901

    I run a YJR062 that is 62" wide from Everything Attachments on my L3901, I think it’s a great fit, the next width up is an 84” and calls for a minimum of 40 pto HP. I looked far and wide and made my decision based on quality and I liked the fact that it would fit both Cat I and Cat II as I also...
  10. UpNorthMI

    Kirkland Heavy duty Diesel oil?

    I'm with GeoHorn, the price is a great deal but there are other great deals out there too and lot's of options if you want to pay just a little bit more. I'm a big believer in an annual engine oil change irrespective of hours used, I change mine even if a machine only has 20 hours of use in a...
  11. UpNorthMI

    Can I use this tiller?

    I run a 62" tiller on my L series tractors, the smaller of which is an L3200 HST about 25HP at the PTO, your tractor has about 17HP at the PTO. I think you will be able to run it but as you have said you will need to take it slow and maybe run it a little shallower than normal, maybe do it in 2...
  12. UpNorthMI

    Has anyone ordered from...

    I purchased quite a few items from Palletforks: UA 48" fork set UA 42 fork set Fork extensions both 5' and 6' Root / stump bucket - skid steer Rock skeleton bucket - Skid steer 72" Grapple Transformer hitch 3pt Gooseneck Hitch 3pt Ballast box cat 1 and cat 2 version Always quick delivery, never...
  13. UpNorthMI

    50 Hour Service

    The normal transmission fluid replacement is 400 hours, the filter should be replaced at 50, 200, 400 etc hours. When you replace the filter you will need to top of the transmission fluid.
  14. UpNorthMI

    New BX2380 ROPS pin holes not lining up

    I'd stop messing with it and tell the dealer to fix the issue. The operation of the rops should not require a mallet, the removal of the 2 bolts and the pivoting of the rops should be smooth and the holes should line up. I appreciate it is a tractor but you just paid for a new piece of...
  15. UpNorthMI

    Off Road Diesel

    I only run off road diesel in my tractors, typically $0.35-$0.40 cheaper per gallon in Michigan, my local gas station has it and I just use my 55 gal transfer tank.
  16. UpNorthMI

    CountyLine or Bush Hog 5' box blade for BX23S

    The bush hog CBX series are quite light units, ideally you want a heavier unit if you have the recommend HP. I believe the Countryline unit may be significantly heavier but could not verify the weight. Most manufacturers only state a maximum HP. Bush Hog CBX has maximum HP rating of 24 HP...
  17. UpNorthMI

    B7800 diesel oil

    George, strange thing is that most of the automotive supply chains do not really stock too many 10w-30 oils for diesels. You may have to buy 15W-40 which is good to 14 F , which is well below freezing and Maybe will cover your use in TN. Your local Kubota dealer will have 10W-30 for your...
  18. UpNorthMI

    B7800 diesel oil

    George, Most new Kubota manuals list either 10W-30 (factory shipped oil) or 15W-40, the oil should be CJ-4 class or better. 10W-30 is recommended for any temperature range the 15W-40 is not listed below -10C or 14F. Many people also buy 5W-40 but this is not a recommended grade by Kubota...
  19. UpNorthMI

    Anyone have a Bearcat SC5540 or Woods 5000?

    Are you engaging the PTO lever at low revs and then bringing up the engine speed over time (5 seconds) to the correct PTO speed? Remember you are having to start up the 125lb rotor that this model of chipper has. If you are just trying to engage the PTO at normal PTO running revs of 540 you...
  20. UpNorthMI

    New Bus Hog Rotary Cutter (Brown Manufacturing)

    SDT, I own 2 woods units a BB72X and last year purchased a new Woods BB60X for tight trail work on the back of my L3200, they are the model below yours fitted with 75 HP gearbox, I really like Woods equipment and the cost is fair, I see Woods just renamed their rotary cutter product range, now...