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  1. 85Hokie

    Forks? For BX?

    FORKIN-A-ABOUT-TIME I have followed sooooo many FORK stories, people getting them after saying - I will NEVER use them, blah blah........ So - one day I was bored, imaging that - ok not true! But I was on Amazon and just on a whim - looking at smaller versions of bolt on forks for the BX. SO...
  2. 85Hokie

    Oil pan Plug thread size

    I have run across an unusual problem and need to help a friend with. Long story somewhat short - buddy of mine has a 2006 Jeep TJ - I recommended he buy one of these quick oil plugs that I have used for years, I have them on all my cars/trucks/Jeeps - work perfectly I might add. they are...
  3. 85Hokie

    DPF and how it works and why it is important

    Ran across this by accident - watched the entire thing, guy does a great job of explaining how and why that $$$ thing works. Passive regen vs active, despite being in a truck - it works the same for a tractor.
  4. 85Hokie

    Jeep Front bumper repair

    I need some ideas on how to "fix" this bumper. I was at a stop sign last week, about 10 feet behind another car. Another car on my 6 - and all of a sudden the car in front of me starts backing up quickly! I had no place to go - just held on! BAM! He got out and apologized profusely, like 30...
  5. 85Hokie

    Electrical - Wiring Diagrams

    "Diagrams may vary depending on the Exact model, serial number, region and options equipped" Hopefully those looking for an electrical-wiring diagrams for a given tractor can find them here. Those that are willing to share, please make the POST TITLE that starts with the tractor specific...
  6. 85Hokie

    Who are into JEEPS - Older TJ series?

    I know there are dozens of forums out there, but I figure I would reach out and see who has and who I can ask questions about the TJ series Jeeps. I just bought a used 2001 - more like a barn find, 66k miles - yes 66,870 miles!!! In very good condition ( 4.0 liter - 5 speed) - all parts work...
  7. 85Hokie

    Wood and not only the @#$# PRICES but the quality!

    So let me let off some bitchen and moanen.......... Bought a good bunch of 2x products at the local big box store........ a 2x4 @ 12' - needed about 30 of them - and I was going to get ahead so the ol construction class could start making some 12' walls........ WELL as most of ya'll know -...
  8. 85Hokie

    Old film on the history of the diesel

    I ran across this youtube video by accident - reminded me of the old films we watched in 3rd grade with the sound and film being somewhat "off" the history of the diesel - watching those old very heavy machine doing work - to me is amazing. the original diesel engine was designed it to run on...
  9. 85Hokie

    Wheel spacers for BX (older and newer models)

    As most know spacers are a hot topic and a source that makes the tipsy tractor feel much better on any incline. I have 2" bro-tek spacers on my BX25D - bought 7 years ago, even at $250 then, they were money very well spent. Little background before I get to the spacers . So ..... I found a...
  10. 85Hokie

    BX Turf tires and Rims

    For sale - complete set of turf tires for the BX series tractors. Rears are loaded and very heavy. Tread is about 50-75% Fronts more worn than the rear set. Size: Turf front 18x8.5-10 Turf rear 26x12-12 Located in central Virginia - can meet somewhat locally - not sure if shipping...
  11. 85Hokie

    B7100 Front tires - replacements?

    This story is old as the B7100's! My new to me B7100 seems to have a problem with a front tire that has great tread - but has more cracks on the sidewall than a broken piece of glass! Found the leaksss with soap and water .... no nails, or otherwise - just leaks. Seems the cold weather and me...
  12. 85Hokie

    New backhoe bucket for the BX25D

    I wanted to buy a new bucket to do trenching work with my Bx25d - so looking at bxpanded site I saw the perfect 6" bucket. In the past I have order 3 different things for them and they have always been a pleasure to work with. Their products are outstanding too. AS it has been posted here...
  13. 85Hokie

    Brand new Starter for BX models

    I recently bought a few things off Craigslist - a gentleman had a couple of items from his BX2200, one of which is a brand new starter in the box. I only opened the box to simply look at it and take pictures. I cannot use it - does not fit any models I have currently. I would rather it go to...
  14. 85Hokie

    B7100 owners

    Lil Foot and I have been having a discussion about the throttle lever on our B7100's - this started a couple of years ago and he suggestion we ask all of you. When you shut off your B7100 ( or B6100 - B5100 - or any of those that require the handle to be pulled down towards you) and the engine...
  15. 85Hokie

    Older PTO's with quick pins sets

    Ok this is gonna sound like a crazy question..... I have an older BUSH HOG TH60 that I have reworked and it now works perfectly. It has a SQUARE pto shaft that has "sliding" locking pins on both ends (had to replace both springs/pins) Here is the crazy question - does the smaller square tube...
  16. 85Hokie

    MMM unusual problem on B7100

    So....was cutting grass with the ol' girl, going up a fairly good grade that has been cut a 100 times.... all of sudden ...poof - smoke and a very ugly grinding sound. clutch and pto off, limped it back to the trailer and hauled it home. Took off MMM yesterday, those who have a B7100 know how...
  17. 85Hokie

    Making of HUGE diesel engine

    Rather long video - but well worth the watch. The size of this engine is enormous - 10" pistons to boot. Amazing what goes into the building of something of this size and scope https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4uMX5mWAF4
  18. 85Hokie

    Glow plug wires/removal question

    I wanted to clean up my glow plug connections - started with the middle one first and then realized that even as I unscrewed the "nut" - it hits the intake manifold right at the end (see red dot). Nothing is bent.....so what to do???? See picture. And IF I wanted to remove glow plug(s) - socket...
  19. 85Hokie

    New Kubota Orange

    Now sure if I am smart enough to drive one of these new machines:eek::) they do look mighty impressive! I hope they (Kubota) never loses focus on us little tractor people.:p https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l-w1V2SsnU
  20. 85Hokie

    One liners that we still use today.......

    Forgot were I stole them from! "that boy is a sharp as a bowling ball" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LCsiWL6gn0