L6060 and Snowblower L4474 mounting video?

[Gaspasser]

Finally getting around to hooking up the snowblower for the first time (yes, I know, better late than never). Nothing like a 12-14 inch prediction to get one motivated. Models as above. Have reviewed the manual and Messicks and Youtube videos, but none actually show the specific setup that I have. They are either autohitch or different model demonstrations. There is an excellent one from Rock River Acres showing the disconnect process but not the mounting procedure. The manual helps but videos are "live" demonstrations which works better for me. Anyone know of any model specific videos that might work? Anyone want to come over and show me (it is a balmy 5 degrees F on the hill right now, lol)? Without question, I am going to put up a semi-heated equipment shed this year if I have to sell my soul to do it. This laying under the tractor in the snow is for the birds. Thanks as always gang.

 

[wsurff]

Finally getting around to hooking up the snowblower for the first time (yes, I know, better late than never). Nothing like a 12-14 inch prediction to get one motivated. Models as above. Have reviewed the manual and Messicks and Youtube videos, but none actually show the specific setup that I have. They are either autohitch or different model demonstrations. There is an excellent one from Rock River Acres showing the disconnect process but not the mounting procedure. The manual helps but videos are "live" demonstrations which works better for me. Anyone know of any model specific videos that might work? Anyone want to come over and show me (it is a balmy 5 degrees F on the hill right now, lol)? Without question, I am going to put up a semi-heated equipment shed this year if I have to sell my soul to do it. This laying under the tractor in the snow is for the birds. Thanks as always gang.

Take a look at these videos. The 4 point hitch hook up is the same as with my L2195 blower and for making the connection to your blower you can likely reverse the action you see on the Rock River Acres vid.

 

[Gaspasser]

Take a look at these videos. The 4 point hitch hook up is the same as with my L2195 blower and for making the connection to your blower you can likely reverse the action you see on the Rock River Acres vid.

Thanks wsurff! Watched and got it done. Tricky because blower was frozen to a pallet and the wrong height but we got her connected just before dark. Two issues now. 1) Tractor mid point PTO lever will not stay engaged. Have to keep upward pressure on lever and rear pto spins as well. Display shows both engaged wth occasional rbief episodes of only mid point pto. 2) Chute deflector works up and down, but the rotation control only works in counterclockwise direction. Cannot get it to return to center or turn clockwise. All hose connections doubel checked; seem to be correct color matching. I've included images. Any thoughts anyone? Thanks.

 

[wsurff]

Thanks wsurff! Watched and got it done. Tricky because blower was frozen to a pallet and the wrong height but we got her connected just before dark. Two issues now. 1) Tractor mid point PTO lever will not stay engaged. Have to keep upward pressure on lever and rear pto spins as well. Display shows both engaged wth occasional rbief episodes of only mid point pto. 2) Chute deflector works up and down, but the rotation control only works in counterclockwise direction. Cannot get it to return to center or turn clockwise. All hose connections doubel checked; seem to be correct color matching. I've included images. Any thoughts anyone? Thanks.

With regard to the mid-PTO lever, I had mine fall down and disengage on its own at times in the past. Recently hasn't been an issue. I do give it a firm pull up and once I get PTO up to speed it wasn't an issue on my last run a couple of weeks ago. If it just continues to fall despite your efforts, it might be worth a call to the dealer to get some input as to whether something needs to be adjusted there. To get the chute to rotate clockwise you have to move the valve lever(joy stick or whatever the proper term is) all the way to the right and then push it further to the right after you run up against the initial stop.

 

[DustyRusty]

Who was the selling dealer of the tractor in New Hampshire?

 

[Gaspasser]

Who was the selling dealer of the tractor in New Hampshire?

Thanks Dusty. Appreciate the advice on my other post as well. Got the tractor December 2023 from Townline Equipment in Plainfield, NH.

 

[DustyRusty]

Thanks Dusty. Appreciate the advice on my other post as well. Got the tractor December 2023 from Townline Equipment in Plainfield, NH.

If they aren't of much help, consider either Chappel or MB Tractor. I have used both and they both are great. MB Tractor has a very impressive inventory of parts. Almost every time I needed something they had it in the Tilton warehouse and they would ship the part to you.

 

[Gaspasser]

Thanks Dusty. I'm only 40 minutes from Tilton. Have heard good things from others here on the forum about dealer in Walpole, as well as MB and Chappel. Townline is close and I pass by frequently going to work so can't beat them for convenience. Walter, the head of service has been very patient and helpful although I really try to figure things out first so I don't abuse or pester them too often. This forum is my first go to and has been incredibly helpful. Did research overnight online and reviewed all the advice given here, as well as re-reviewed the manuals. The chute rotation issue is minor as I can just run it today mindful of direction of travel so snow goes where I want it. The midpoint PTO engagement is another issue. if the rear PTO insists on running at the same time, I'll have to disconnect the 3 pt sander shaft. Really hate to do that though as it is a major pain to get that remounted particularly in this cold. Will report back later about the battle, lol.

 

[BAP]

Thanks Dusty. I'm only 40 minutes from Tilton. Have heard good things from others here on the forum about dealer in Walpole, as well as MB and Chappel. Townline is close and I pass by frequently going to work so can't beat them for convenience. Walter, the head of service has been very patient and helpful although I really try to figure things out first so I don't abuse or pester them too often. This forum is my first go to and has been incredibly helpful. Did research overnight online and reviewed all the advice given here, as well as re-reviewed the manuals. The chute rotation issue is minor as I can just run it today mindful of direction of travel so snow goes where I want it. The midpoint PTO engagement is another issue. if the rear PTO insists on running at the same time, I'll have to disconnect the 3 pt sander shaft. Really hate to do that though as it is a major pain to get that remounted particularly in this cold. Will report back later about the battle, lol.

On the smaller tractors, when you run the mid PTO, it also engages the rear PTO. The only one that can be run independently, is the rear. Kubota does that so when you have the rear mounted vacuum bagger on, it runs when you turn on the mid mounted mower. As far as the chute rotation, make sure when you push your loader control lever to the right, you push it hard to the second notch. The first notch won’t move it because that’s the regenerative dump, you need the second notch for power. If you haven’t used that position much, it may go a little hard.

 

[Gaspasser]

On the smaller tractors, when you run the mid PTO, it also engages the rear PTO. The only one that can be run independently, is the rear. Kubota does that so when you have the rear mounted vacuum bagger on, it runs when you turn on the mid mounted mower. As far as the chute rotation, make sure when you push your loader control lever to the right, you push it hard to the second notch. The first notch won’t move it because that’s the regenerative dump, you need the second notch for power. If you haven’t used that position much, it may go a little hard.

Thanks BAP. Good to know as the manual does not discuss that. There is a reference to not running both PTO's unless the equipment is designed to be used together. Probably like the example you cited above. Will do my home driveway first with "baby" snowblower then head to lot to run the L6060.

 

[Gaspasser]

So, thanks for all the advice guys. Got snowblower and chute running today for the first time. Learned several things in the process.
1) The bucket control lever does indeed have a detent when pushed to the right. Pushing further right rotates the chute rightward (clockwise).
2) When engaging midpoint PTO, the rear PTO turns as well. When engaging rear PTO, only rear turns.
3) When pulling up on midpoint engagement lever and turning on PTO knob, the display shows a brief notification of the midpoint PT0 and then reverts to to "rear PTO" even both shafts are rotating. This was a point of confusion as one would think the midpoint PTO display would remain visible.
4) A level surface is desirable for making hookups easier. Spent hours trying to compensate for this as I don't have a level area developed yet.
5) I will absolutely build an equipment shed preferably with a level floor and some minimal heat this year. The cold and snow has convinced me, lol.
6) Always multiply by at least x 4 the time it will take to hookup/mount an implement. 8 x if it's the first time. Those demo videos don't disclose the number of outakes, lol.

Who knew that getting a tractor would be so educational?

Greatly appreciate all the help. This forum is invaluable. Thanks to all.

 

[BAP]

So, thanks for all the advice guys. Got snowblower and chute running today for the first time. Learned several things in the process.
1) The bucket control lever does indeed have a detent when pushed to the right. Pushing further right rotates the chute rightward (clockwise).
2) When engaging midpoint PTO, the rear PTO turns as well. When engaging rear PTO, only rear turns.
3) When pulling up on midpoint engagement lever and turning on PTO knob, the display shows a brief notification of the midpoint PT0 and then reverts to to "rear PTO" even both shafts are rotating. This was a point of confusion as one would think the midpoint PTO display would remain visible.
4) A level surface is desirable for making hookups easier. Spent hours trying to compensate for this as I don't have a level area developed yet.
5) I will absolutely build an equipment shed preferably with a level floor and some minimal heat this year. The cold and snow has convinced me, lol.
6) Always multiply by at least x 4 the time it will take to hookup/mount an implement. 8 x if it's the first time. Those demo videos don't disclose the number of outakes, lol.

Who knew that getting a tractor would be so educational?

Greatly appreciate all the help. This forum is invaluable. Thanks to all.

Glad to hear that you got it all figured out and going.