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Following on from the drawbar extension and forgetting that the Cyclone has a set of caster wheels and need a rigid bar mount I have taken some pictures of a unit I made to stop my stone rake slewing from side to side. I just constructed a triangle to attach to the unit, then where it mounted...

When I looked at my owners manual it said only tow using the drawbar, that seems simple and sensible as it applies any weight directly to the frame. I tried using my small trailer attached to a spreader bar and when loaded up the 3 point lifted and dragged the rear. I fabricated an extension...

I use both straps and chains. It was interesting to read all the details but I didn't see any mention of cross chaining. I was always told that when moving heavy equipment that front and rear cross chaining was the most secure. I was ay Lowes this week and looked at the orange chain set...

When I considered the route and position I also looked at the intake opening which in the case of the B series is flattened out from the 1.5-inch pipe. I used the same ID bend which is about the same radius as the Kubota but took the intake tube as the OD of the bend which upped the size to 2...

Well, following on from the posted issue of black smoke due to the air filter being blocked with snow I thought I would have a look at a mod. I have not altered or damaged any of the existing items and will reinstall the standard intake come grass cutting season. As the problem stemmed from...

Having previously spoken to my dealer about the potential of this happening and seeing the reality I decided to try a snow shield or intake pipe mod. The intake at the filter housing is 1.5 inch OD - I did not have a 90-degree bend so I moved to the shield. I was going to use some offcuts from...

That is a nice install, good location. Are you going to add some spacers and remount the warning triangle or are you never on the road?

I noticed yesterday while in Costco - Canada that they had a 2pack of metal ammo boxes, one medium, one small, they seemed well made - about $25. I didn't buy any or have the smarts to take a picture - sorry. They had a nice catch and a waterproof gasket.

Nice, even branded, but you couldn't find Orange card. Come on. I asked my dealer before I bought the unit about the alternative intake, he thought it unlikely snow would get in - it appears he was wrong. I think I will be making a front deflector just in case, thanks for the real life update.

Bill, I like the color, the design and the location for the photos. Can I make a couple of small suggestion, I would have added some plywood reinforcing to the top bracket L shape to main upright and also at the knee braces at the bottom. I also see holes in the top beam, are you adding pins...

It is always a quandary what sort of window detail goes with grate :D

I used a couple of hockey pucks, they only cost a $1 each, I drilled and countersunk fixings into the metal plates. Not perfect, but, when they wear I will replace for another $2

Well, as we have been getting lots of ice and the weather is a bit milder than it should be, I thought I would look at ripping into the surface in an attempt to offer more open area for a melt. Having used the same grate to Feng Shui my gravel drive in summer, it gives it that expensive look, I...

Hi Bill. The previous structure may well still be standing but even with 2 beams of that size you are under spec for any loading above self-supported load. As A rule for a clear span, the calculation is span divided by 20 plus 20 mm or 1 inch. If you want to go with the 2 by beams I would...

Can I ask if you are construction this tractor shed with steel. Reason I ask is you have an open clear span of 216 inches and a section of 5.75 inches.

No, the dealer didn't screw up. The shaft was seated and the collar locked, I rechecked all that and made sure it was fully greased and the chain lubed before I tried it. The clip is the failure point on this without a doubt. One cap completely missing but the corresponding post unmarked...

Well, I got the new shaft today and will install and run it tomorrow. No immediate forecast for snow so we will just have to wait for a test under load. No issue getting a new one, dealer placed a warranty claim against Kubota.

Good news, dealer has called to say the new shaft is with them. They are looking at having it installed by a tech tomorrow. I am asking them to check over the installation as I am not accepting any liability should it fail again. I think the second failure is unlikely as it would appear on...

That is what I was looking for, the ability to leave the unit running while lifting the blower. That will save a lot of hand operations and speed the process up a lot. Thanks.