What did you do to or on your Kubota today?

[pokey1416]

Looks great! That is my next purchase also. What brand did you choose and why? The one that came with my tractor has a range of 18 1/2"--32" approximately.

I chose Kubota which is way to pricey! I wanted TnT but since I have BH Kubota says “can’t do TnT”. My dealer takes the top cylinder and makes it up for customers. That being said, there is no check valve, so you have to keep an eye on it and adjust accordingly, I think? The upside is the check valve isn’t there so there’s no obstruction problem.

 

[Outnumbered]

Installed my new battery and put her to work cutting and hauling off some old wild cherry junk trees. Great day to be outside working with the cooler weather.

 

[Newaterman]

First morning of pushing snow, and I was really excited that my knock off edge tamers worked better than expected. 7-8” of fluffy powder pushed and piled.

 

[Chanceywd]

Yesterday, an un-named delivery truck was backing into my driveway. It is a bit over 300' and slight curve. We had a bit of snow but not enough to plow as the ground is not froze. Somehow, I figure he was only watching his left mirror he went into the slight ditch on the right because of the curve and right rear duals went into the open collection bowl where the buried culverts all meet. From the get go he was apologetic and I assured him it was no big deal. I have always helped those in need and being able to get out the kubota and a chain and have him on his way in minutes made me smile and my day. These people are over worked already and the christmas rush coming I wouldn't want that job. I am retired so again I am still smiling a could help someone so quickly with my retirement tractor. No money, no cussing or frustration, just a first name introduction and John and I shared a handshake.

Bill

 

[ctfjr]

. . . No money, no cussing or frustration, just a first name introduction and John and I shared a handshake.

Bill

The world would be a better place with more of your attitude.

 

[fried1765]

My son and his family were up from MD for turkey day. Got to use the tractor as a prop for a pix of my grandchildren (and farfel).

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Three great looking boys!

 

[MOOTS]

First morning of pushing snow, and I was really excited that my knock off edge tamers worked better than expected. 7-8” of fluffy powder pushed and piled.

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Beautiful. But man, I’d hate to live in that crap. Snow is like the beach for me, about 3 days and I’m done with it.

 

[pokey1416]

Another label installed so I can “remember”
Got to get a 45 so I’m not hitting my PB line every time I raise the 3PH.

 

[Deleted member 47704]

First morning of pushing snow, and I was really excited that my knock off edge tamers worked better than expected. 7-8” of fluffy powder pushed and piled.

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What size bucket? they recommend 3 for a 60" bucket, but looks like 2 is good enough.

 

[Papadiver]

First morning of pushing snow, and I was really excited that my knock off edge tamers worked better than expected. 7-8” of fluffy powder pushed and piled.

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First morning of pushing snow, and I was really excited that my knock off edge tamers worked better than expected. 7-8” of fluffy powder pushed and piled.

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What brand and where did you get your knock off edge tamers?

Ron

 

[Deleted member 47704]

What brand and where did you get your knock off edge tamers?

Ron

My guess is they are Vevor.
The jerk on ebay in NJ has a few accounts and he is a first rate rip off and smart ass. He listed them with best offer, I made a reasonable offer and his counter offer was 7 cents less.
So I'm going with Pocono Metal Craft

 

[fried1765]

My guess is they are Vevor.
The jerk on ebay in NJ has a few accounts and he is a first rate rip off and smart ass. He listed them with best offer, I made a reasonable offer and his counter offer was 7 cents less.
So I'm going with Pocono Metal Craft

I have heard that Pocono Metal Craft makes nice stuff!

 

[bmblank]

I moved some snow tires from the pole barn to the garage. Then I moved some summer tires from the garage to the pole barn. Then, in a way more exciting move, I moved a shower stall from the garage to the deck so it could go in the house. And the piece de resistance, I finally threw the 68" pull type blower on and ran it over the driveway real quick. It wasn't entirely necessary, but between wanting to make sure everything worked fine and all that... I didn't want to run it too long, though, cause the fuel gage is dangerously low - fuel can is in the back of my truck as we speak.
One thing, in my idiocy, I struggled with the stupid PTO shaft way too much. The blower came with a very nice collared PTO shaft (as opposed to the button that is barely accessible), and I could not seem to get the shaft on the tractor despite the collar being pushed forward. I tried getting the detent balls to go in, couldn't do it. Only after about 15 or 20 minutes did it dawn on me that what I was pushing forward wasn't the collar. So, pull the CORRECT collar BACK and it slides right on.
I don't think there's anything worse than struggling with something for so long just to realize what an idiot I am. I know I should be relieved that I don't need to struggle any longer, and grateful that I have the knowledge to get through it all, but I'm just not built that way. I go straight to thinking how much of an idiot I am, why I didn't think of it sooner, and how I should have known in the first place. Is there anything worse than realizing how much of an idiot I am? I suppose, realistically, it would be worse to NOT realize how much of an idiot I am; then I could STILL be out there struggling with it to this day.

 

[Chanceywd]

Another label installed so I can “remember”
Got to get a 45 so I’m not hitting my PB line every time I raise the 3PH.

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I put my counter weight and 3pt hitch on for the winter after tacking the backhoe off. I see my hose is a tight fit with the hitch too. I bought a couple extra couplings maybe install one and use a smaller hose when the backhoe is off. Don't know yet but maybe your idea would work.

Bill

 

[G.rid]

I moved some snow tires from the pole barn to the garage. Then I moved some summer tires from the garage to the pole barn. Then, in a way more exciting move, I moved a shower stall from the garage to the deck so it could go in the house. And the piece de resistance, I finally threw the 68" pull type blower on and ran it over the driveway real quick. It wasn't entirely necessary, but between wanting to make sure everything worked fine and all that... I didn't want to run it too long, though, cause the fuel gage is dangerously low - fuel can is in the back of my truck as we speak.
One thing, in my idiocy, I struggled with the stupid PTO shaft way too much. The blower came with a very nice collared PTO shaft (as opposed to the button that is barely accessible), and I could not seem to get the shaft on the tractor despite the collar being pushed forward. I tried getting the detent balls to go in, couldn't do it. Only after about 15 or 20 minutes did it dawn on me that what I was pushing forward wasn't the collar. So, pull the CORRECT collar BACK and it slides right on.
I don't think there's anything worse than struggling with something for so long just to realize what an idiot I am. I know I should be relieved that I don't need to struggle any longer, and grateful that I have the knowledge to get through it all, but I'm just not built that way. I go straight to thinking how much of an idiot I am, why I didn't think of it sooner, and how I should have known in the first place. Is there anything worse than realizing how much of an idiot I am? I suppose, realistically, it would be worse to NOT realize how much of an idiot I am; then I could STILL be out there struggling with it to this day.

I'm not familiar with the collar style pto shaft. But if it's not the first time you've struggled with it, it's not going to be the last. Just a suggestion, you might want to take a paint marker or sharpie and mark the "right" collar. Could be arrows, stars, or just a squiggle to jog your memory. Especially for something that you probably only mess with twice a year. (On in the fall, off in the spring)
I'm not blaming the age thing, but my memory isn't what it used to be either. I've gone as far as writing the psi on my tractor rims.

 

[BA76]

I did the 200 hr service on my MX5400! Changed the Hydraulic/HST oil and filters. It all went pretty well. $381.00 worth of oil and filters. Money well spent I do believe. Now I'm having a glass of wine to celebrate.

 

[retiree-urgency abandoned]

Finally getting around to weed-wacking 4 rows of pines along our road frontage. Am also marking all of the stumps (from culls) that I invariably hit with the MMM. Hopefully, I'll grind them all out before the first snowfall.

 

[bmblank]

I'm not familiar with the collar style pto shaft. But if it's not the first time you've struggled with it, it's not going to be the last. Just a suggestion, you might want to take a paint marker or sharpie and mark the "right" collar. Could be arrows, stars, or just a squiggle to jog your memory. Especially for something that you probably only mess with twice a year. (On in the fall, off in the spring)
I'm not blaming the age thing, but my memory isn't what it used to be either. I've gone as far as writing the psi on my tractor rims.

That's not a bad idea. Pretty sure I have a paint pen floating around the garage somewhere. When I find it I'll have to use it to mark out where it belongs so I know where to put it back.
I feel silly, cause it seems very obvious how it works (in hindsight). I probably struggle with it every time, then my frustration doesn't exactly help my memory, I just get more obstinate.

 

[shelkol]

I took the leaf vacuum and mower deck off. Put the doors and windshield on. Sealed up some air leaks so the heater is more effective and put the snow plow on. I guess its that time of year.

 

[SAR Tracker]

Dug out a 12" diameter pine tree stump. Then removed the backhoe and installed the box blade for grading the area. Tomorrow.