BigG
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l2501, FEL, BB, Rotary cutter, rake,spreader, roller, etc. New Holland TL80 A
What did you do to or on your Kubota today?
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Helped a friend with about 300' of wire fence installation. Got done about 4pm, and his wife fed us (7 guys) pulled pork sammiches from their smoker. By 6pm it was snowing HARD. Woke up this morning to about 7 inches. Lost 1 big branch off one tree and another tree broke off about 40' up. Figured it was time to take the FEL off and put the blower on!
mcmxi, The truck is an ‘07 Ram 3500, 6.7. I’m a bit (OK a bunch) over the listed tow ratings and over the listed weight rating for the truck. It tows great and gets decent fuel mileage when driven conservatively.
The real weak link in the system is the tires/rims. We addressed that issue with 19.5” tires and steel rims.
We are ex owner/operators and considered going with the modified Class 8 route. Much cheaper than a new loaded-out 4x4 truck if you get one just over 500K miles. We would have done the conversion and putting on a steel deck (for driver weight and tool boxes, storage, ect). It’s certainly better than a pick up truck for towing. However, we don’t tow enough to justify the rig, plus they absolutely “suck” on snow and ice. We live in Wyoming and do a bit of winter travel. Though, it’s often real tempting to go for it!
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Sounds like a big arse trailer.mcmxi, The truck is an ‘07 Ram 3500, 6.7. I’m a bit (OK a bunch) over the listed tow ratings and over the listed weight rating for the truck. It tows great and gets decent fuel mileage when driven conservatively.
The real weak link in the system is the tires/rims. We addressed that issue with 19.5” tires and steel rims.
We are ex owner/operators and considered going with the modified Class 8 route. Much cheaper than a new loaded-out 4x4 truck if you get one just over 500K miles. We would have done the conversion and putting on a steel deck (for driver weight and tool boxes, storage, ect). It’s certainly better than a pick up truck for towing. However, we don’t tow enough to justify the rig, plus they absolutely “suck” on snow and ice. We live in Wyoming and do a bit of winter travel. Though, it’s often real tempting to go for it!
We currently stick with a smaller (much smaller) TT that I can actually move around with the B2601, which was one of the use cases for the tractor. Tows nicely with our 2014 Ram 2500 6.4L. Thinking of moving to an Airstream in a year or so.......we will see....
While large, it’d not really that big......39 ft. However, it’s built like a tank. In it’s day, it was one of the highest rated 5th wheels for full timing. The brand (Teton Homes) came with a -20 F warrantee (we’ve been cooler than 30 below a couple of times) , stated that the heater would cycle while maintaining a comfortable inside temperature and no water freeze-ups. While we do not full-time, as our avatar photo indicates .....we do winter “boondocking” trips. Plus, it has a pretty plush interior! memtb
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bmblank
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2020 L3901HST, LA525 Loader, 66" Q/A Bucket, PFL2042 Forks, Meteor SB68PT Blower
No, it's an MK Martin/Meteor. I like it, I like it a lot.
Things I like:
Can drive forwards/Don't have to crank my neck like a push type 3pt.
Can still use the FEL as normal
While it does stick out quite a bit, the turning of the blower is near the turning of the tractor, ie, when I turn I'm not dragging the blower sideways much. I've got several turns in my driveway.
Things I don't like:
It's awkward to clear packed snow out of it. I try to clean as much of the snow off of it every time I use it, but that involves getting in between the tractor and the blower. There's other stuff there that gets in the way.
I've gotta drive over everything that I blow. Not a problem in most cases, but makes blowing new paths in deep snow more difficult. Also hard for pushing back banks and stuff. But I still have access to the FEL, so that's not really a problem.
I use a spray wax on the blower and augers and that helps to keep them snow-free. I also use a vegetable-based aerosol spray (a less expensive alternative to Pam) on the inside of the chute to keep the snow from packing on the sides of the chute. I also removed the front guard from the chute and that improved my snow-blowing experiences. I also use a block heater to keep the engine warm when I know I will be doing snow removal, and the snowblower and plow are kept in an unheated canvas-type garage. Keeping them cold reduces the melting of the snow as it comes in contact with the metal. Don't know if it makes a lot of difference, but in my mind, it should.
bmblank
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2020 L3901HST, LA525 Loader, 66" Q/A Bucket, PFL2042 Forks, Meteor SB68PT Blower
Yeah, I was trying to get some fluid film all over the inside, and it works a bit, but... Last time I blew the snow it was really wet and sticky. I've picked up some dirt from the sides of the roads, too - I think that probably rubbed some FF off and helps the snow stick, but, you know...
I've got a block heater and it's in an unheated pole barn. The snow sticking isn't really a problem, it's just an annoyance. I'm trying to keep it nice, I just need to balance my urge to keep it good and clean with my desire to not spend as much time cleaning as I do blowing snow. Oh well.
I still like it.
I've got a block heater and it's in an unheated pole barn. The snow sticking isn't really a problem, it's just an annoyance. I'm trying to keep it nice, I just need to balance my urge to keep it good and clean with my desire to not spend as much time cleaning as I do blowing snow. Oh well.
I still like it.
Make sure to do your research on them before pulling the trigger. I’ve always thought they were sweet but after talking with a few people coming through my park with new ones I’m not so sure they are what they use to be. Only speaking from what I’ve been told but Cheaply made like all the other RVs these days was the impression I got.
Definitely some trailer manufacturers that are better then others and offer models worth upgrading to but your going to pay for it. And just because it’s expensive doesn’t mean it’s one of those models or manufactures worth paying for. Kinda makes it tricky and why I urge people to do some hard research.
most are all being built quick and cheap in my opinion. I’ve got a bit of experience in the trailer game and get to hear all kinds of opinions and issues people have with their trailers new and used. Some I could do without lol.
Finally got around to hooking up the tractor side permanent wiring for the trickle charger/maintainer. For $20 it'll probably pay for itself in extended battery life. Its going to be nice not having to pull/replace the battery compartment cover to hook up the charger. 
River19,
Airstream was recently (within the last 4 or so years) been bought out by one of the huge conglomerates that dominate 80+% of the rv industry. Almost all, and probably “all” of the name brand rv’s that they bought out took a near immediate drop in quality of components and quality control. They rely on name recognition to maintain their sales while the bean counters make high profits for the conglomerate!
RV’s like boats take a huge depreciation when used. We’ve never bought a new rv..... much prefer the original owner to take the big monetary hit. We bought our last Teton which was only 8 years old for about 1/3 of what the original owner had invested. Yes, it needed some minor detailing, soon needed new tires, batteries after 2 years but had been pretty well maintained and we saved about $125K. The savings more than covered the minimal expenses and a little work from me! memtb.
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Thanks for the reply and your honest input.... good information coming from hands on use.
One needs to be sure he is buying what he will be happy with, considering the cost.
I hear ya.
We have no real complaints about out Winnebago 25' at this point other than we want something slightly larger and I actually prefer no slides to deal with.
We are about 1 year into the Airstream research. We wouldn't buy one new. But 5-6 years old is our target. They take the depreciation hit to a point and then hold more value than most if not all TT brands.
Spend enough time talking to RV owners and you quickly realize no brand is perfect, they all have pros and cons. It is what it is......
As they say, "RVing is just doing repairs with nice scenery"
Not unless that has just happened. Thor inc was created buy the purchase of airstream in 1980. Thor is the big boy buying up others over the years. Check it out if your interested.
History of Thor Industries
Learn the history of Thor Industries. Founded in 1980 with the purchase of Airstream, an already iconic brand, Thor has continued to grow with strategic acquistions.
www.thorindustries.com
Worked on the nasty Holly tree near the pond. Pole saw and grapple helped keep the leaves from biting me until I was able to get in there with a chainsaw.
NCL4701
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L4701, T2290, WC68, grapple, BB1572, Farmi W50R, Howes 500, 16kW IMD gen, WG24
I hate messing with trees like that.
One of the first things we did with the Kubota shortly after we bought it was taking out a red cedar just like the ones in the pic which was in between those two. Ice storm busted the top out of it so had to take it out. Limbs all the way to the ground 8’ from the trunk in all directions and thick as hair on a cat’s back. Getting it on the ground was a wrestling match. Burrowed in with a chainsaw, cut it off at the base and there were still so many limbs it just kind of leaned over a little.
I took an almost disturbing amount of pleasure feeding everything but the main trunk through the chipper. That was also the only time Dad ever drove the Kubota. He was so excited when I got it and gave him a key, but got sick right after and although he’s doing well hasn’t been on it since.
jyoutz
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MX6000 HST open station, FEL, 6’ cutter, forks, 8’ rear blade, 7’ cultivator
I unloaded my new gear duty Bison rear blade and attached it.
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jyoutz
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MX6000 HST open station, FEL, 6’ cutter, forks, 8’ rear blade, 7’ cultivator
My project to convert the manual snowblower chute to electric drive is nearing completion. Halleluiah! It was not with out its "bumps along the road".
I did learn to read specs closer. The mechanical drawing of the motor I bought clearly showed it using 4 10-32 screws for mounting. It took me 10 minutes to figure out why my screws wouldn't thread in all the way. 10-32 is different than 10-24
Anyway this afternoon I expect to cut the 36" shaft I have down to 3-3/8", connect everything and hopefully it will work.
No one ever accused me of being a painter.
I did learn to read specs closer. The mechanical drawing of the motor I bought clearly showed it using 4 10-32 screws for mounting. It took me 10 minutes to figure out why my screws wouldn't thread in all the way. 10-32 is different than 10-24
Anyway this afternoon I expect to cut the 36" shaft I have down to 3-3/8", connect everything and hopefully it will work.
No one ever accused me of being a painter.