What did you do to or on your Kubota today?

[drumminj]

I want a smaller tractor <...> No regrets with the L4701, but it’s a wee bit big for routine mowing and routine yard work.

I feel similarly. REALLY glad I didn't get an MX as folks here often suggest. The 4701 is the perfect size for our open areas, mowing, and moving rocks, logs, brush, etc. But I wish I had a smaller tractor with backhoe for working close in to the workshop - doing some grading and water management, spreading a gravel border around the building, etc. Instead I've been doing it all by hand.

 

[mcmxi]

I feel similarly. REALLY glad I didn't get an MX as folks here often suggest. The 4701 is the perfect size for our open areas, mowing, and moving rocks, logs, brush, etc.

Because the additional 6.3" of length and 7.3" of width would have been a deal breaker for you? And in truth, the width is a non-starter because the rear wheels are adjustable for width. It makes no difference to me what folks decide to buy, and it's a good thing that you're happy with the L, but I really don't see how an MX would be a problem for someone who likes and has an L.

Given the extra 400lb or more of the MX over the L4701, the more capable loader, bigger engine, extra cylinder, and only 6" of additional length it'd be worth taking a good look at both if you're in the L/MX market.

 

[mcmxi]

I picked up the front suitcase weights this morning from the local FedEx freight depot. 1,020lb of fun. I'll need to modify the Kubota bracket to get all 10 installed on the M. The bracket will hold 8 at the most in its current form.

 

[B737]

wow you got those things fast

 

[mcmxi]

wow you got those things fast

For sure. EA has them dropped shipped from North State Sales Co. in Greensboro, NC.

North State Sales

northstatesales.com

If you check out North State Sales' website, the first photo is of a "debadged" Kubota with some suitcase weights installed. It looks like an M60 of some type.

 

[S-G-R]

I challenge @mcmxi to a plow down

 

[mcmxi]

I challenge @mcmxi to a plow down

Nice plow, and challenge accepted! What's the story behind the plow you have there?

 

[S-G-R]

Nice plow, and challenge accepted! What's the story behind the plow you have there?

I don't have any info on the manufacturer. It was my grandfather's that I believe he bought new in 1949 when he got the tractor, a McCormick Deering W4. The w4 doesn't have a three point hitch so this is a tow behind plow. I have the W4 and I'd like to get the plow back to usable condition.

 

[RalphVa]

Mowed trails and large areas with stilt grass.

 

[mcmxi]

I don't have any info on the manufacturer. It was my grandfather's that I believe he bought new in 1949 when he got the tractor, a McCormick Deering W4. The w4 doesn't have a three point hitch so this is a tow behind plow. I have the W4 and I'd like to get the plow back to usable condition.

That's great! Moldboard plowing is a dying art it seems. I look forward to seeing your progress and the results from plowing.

 

[michigander]

Wife made a payment ... she has 14 more to go

 

[radas]

Raked in some TTTF from Tractor Supply 6 days ago and aimed my sprinklers to get coverage. Eventually I'll have to add a sprinkler or two to the area (have had to manually water). I'm already seeing growth few more weeks of watering and it'll be ready for first mow.

I'm sure there will be some areas that won't fill in well, I'll end up overseeding with a KBG blend in the winter or early spring and let it all fill in. This open area will be my shed building site in the future but I can mow and maintain it for now.

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[MOOTS]

Yesterday. Knocked down some trees for a camper shed.

 

[Shekkie]

Too lazy for pics but ran the chipper for a few hours today. Made a nice dent in one of a dozen or so branch piles. Vacation this coming week so gonna try to make a much larger dent in the piles when I’m not trying to finish up a deck rebuilding adventure, in the pool or dog shenanigans.

 

[Mark Steelman]

Ran the box blade on the road going up to my house.

 

[Chuck B]

Added a new ballast box snd contemplated what to do for the tire ballast.

 

[wgator]

Added a new ballast box snd contemplated what to do for the tire ballast.

With the ballast box no need to add tire fill. Personally I would never ballast (fill my tires) ever!

 

[NCL4701]

Because the additional 6.3" of length and 7.3" of width would have been a deal breaker for you?

Actually, in my case, yes. Short of taking out numerous mature trees I have no desire to take out, there were, and are, pretty hard limits on machine size.

If you’re ever in central NC area, have a bit of extra time, and are really interested why just a few of inches width can be a deal breaker, shoot me a PM and I’ll be glad to give you a tour of our place. Only 70 acres so wouldn’t take long unless you wanted to walk it instead of riding in the Mule. At some point, “just a little bigger” is too big.

Based on the photos I’ve seen of your quite lovely place, looks like you have many wide open spaces. I think our property is lovely as well, but wide open spaces… not so much.

 

[pokey1416]

Took the roof off to install radio & speakers. Also going to hardwire my LED beacon and Reflectix underside while I have it off.

https://www.orangetractortalks.com/...dio-to-a-kubota-cab-tractor.56484/post-574816

 

[Shekkie]

Actually, in my case, yes. Short of taking out numerous mature trees I have no desire to take out, there were, and are, pretty hard limits on machine size.

If you’re ever in central NC area, have a bit of extra time, and are really interested why just a few of inches width can be a deal breaker, shoot me a PM and I’ll be glad to give you a tour of our place. Only 70 acres so wouldn’t take long unless you wanted to walk it instead of riding in the Mule. At some point, “just a little bigger” is too big.

Based on the photos I’ve seen of your quite lovely place, looks like you have many wide open spaces. I think our property is lovely as well, but wide open spaces… not so much.

I’ve been told on this forum by knowitall experts to thin out my wooded areas if all I can fit is an LX, that I am inexperienced since I don’t have a larger tractor, that an L series is better for my needs, blah, blah, blah.