L3902 vs L4802 in 2023

[rc51stierhoff]

Short turning radius is nice, but length and width also matter. The last few days I've been parking the tractor under the side-shed on my workshop. It's a tight turn/fit based on the layout, and any increase in dimensions would limit my ability to get in/out.

And yes, the cutter takes up quite a bit of length -- just two days ago I unintentionally backed it into a pile of logs when using it for ballast. Anyone have suggestions for getting dents out of the metal back guard for a rotary cutter? Got some pretty good ones back there now :/

I am not sure what is the correct way, but I have had very good results with this simple step approach:
0. Light a cigar (optional) and find appropriate tree.
1. Wrap Tree strap (like for winching) around large tree.
2. Add clevis to loops in tree strap and log chain.
3. Attach log chain to rear guard on the cutter.
4. Responsibly apply throttle. (Surface / traction make a big difference in results)
5. Hyrdrate with proper beverage.

I am sure you can re order the step approach based on experience / hydration needs.

 

[fried1765]

Exactly, my tractor new is now 78k, I bought used (only 170ish hours) for 57k, so that explains the KTAC difference.

I have finally convinced my friend that he needs to "up his game", and buy a low hour used L47 TLB.
It has been a journey!
Just missed the opportunity to put down a deposit on a 103 hour 2021 machine, ( 7 hour drive - did not go ) with thumb, and 3rd function, for $55K this AM.
Now (I think) he may actually really be ready to buy!
We shall see......
He HAS cash!

Update: I have found him a low hour M62,.....I. think he is going to buy it!
We shall see!

 

[drumminj]

Big pipe wrench (with cheater pipe if needed) + large hammer. Both applied judiciously with patience.

Thank you...I'll have to give this a try.

Good to get the impression I'm not the only one who manages to back into objects (stumps, etc) often and powerfully enough to dent up the back of the cutter!