Just Picked Up a New RTV X1100C

Glad to be here among fellow Kubota Owners.
Just picked up a new RTV X1100C in orange. Now i'm just waiting on the New Boss V-Plow and VBX 3000 Salt Spreader.
I'm trying to break it in before making it work hard right off the bat. Any suggestion? I been driving it around to run the engine at different speeds. I have a UTV Hitchworks Receiver Extension & Transmission Cover on order. My Dealer in Asheville does not carry aftermarket products for the RTV. Bay & Amozon seem to be the best prices for these products. I've been reading lots of post and looking at pic posted and I'm quit impressed with Peanuts work, and others.
I have learned a lot here and hope to learn more.
For now, waiting on snow in the Great Smoky Mountains of Cherokee.

Just Picked Up a New RTV X1100C

Factory installed JD moisture meter

I am looking at a JD 469 round baler and one option is a factory installed moisture meter that will read on the Baletrac monitor.  Has anyone had any experience with them?  I like the idea on having one less monitor to keep track of as long as they work.  Thanks in advance for your reply.

Factory installed JD moisture meter

Agco Allis 8745

We have an Agco Allis 8745 with 540 PTO it can take 1000 PTO.

Is it a good/ok idea to put 1000rpm on it to run a New Holland 782 chopper?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Agco Allis 8745

Deere layoffs.

Is the carnage beginning?

 

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Ralph

 

Deere layoffs.

Re Massey Ferguson tractor and baler

Hi I have a Massey Ferguson 165 tractor and a 124 baler, does anyone know how I would hook up the pressure feed line to the baler, the baler already has the pipes going to the tensioner at the back on the side of the gearbox on the 165 tractor do I take bung plug out and put a hydraulic hose from there to connector on baler, or do I just forget about it and use the manual tensioner, thank you

Re Massey Ferguson tractor and baler

RTV X1100C Operator's Manual

I got tired of running out to the rig to look at the book, and I wanted a copy on my iPad for reference anyway. So, I started 'scanning' it with an app on the iPad. The thing is far from perfect, but it will work. I somehow got the scans switched to 'grayscale' and they should have been B&W for this, but it will have to do. This is part one, about 50 pages of the manual... through the 'Operating The Vehicle' section.
See if you can access it here... you should NOT have to join or anything, just bypass the panel that asks you to sign up and proceed to download.

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RTV X1100C Operator's Manual

348 baler

I purchased a used John Deere 348  a couple years ago from a dealership. The deal was they were going to deliver it the next time they came in my direction, a area they came to often according to them. They would call a couple days in advance because I'm not always around where the baler was to be stored. Well it turns out a couple days is more like an hour and a half, and  came often means after a couple, three months of rain on it. When they deliver it, no equal angle hitch, driver knows nothing about it, call the salesman. I called and got "we didn't say one was included". Well sh*t, thought that was a given, can we work something out? Maybe one at cost, something? I can order one through the parts department, standard price, most likely a shipping charge on top of that. Okay fine, not buying there again, equipment or parts. I can get parts out of Washington, pay freight down and still beat the local dealerships price. Long story not so short the reason I could afford it is baler needs some work. Because of the now prevalent rust, paint job and repairs on top of that are  needed  so it's coming apart for work and paint. Are there any updates, modifications that I should consider? Anything that I should look over extra carefully? After market parts? Knives come to mind? A good source for bearings and chains? Any advice would be appreciated. 

348 baler

Spring Planting Timothy

Got a nice strip of field we are reclaiming this winter. It is next to a field of Timothy we established this fall. Thought about putting in alfalfa or teff, but don't really want to hit this strip with round up next to my newely established timothy field.

I'm thinking about just seeding it into timothy this spring.

Anyone spring plant timothy?

What kind of yield, if any the first year? I'm thinking maybe a fall cut?

Any advice is much appreciated.

Thanks!
Bill

Spring Planting Timothy

Chicken litter on Alfalfa

We've always applied commercial fertilizer on our alfalfa. Are there any cons to chicken litter being applied to alfalfa fields this time of year to help build the soil. The nitrogen is my biggest concern. Just wondering if there is less worry applying as we are going into winter.

Chicken litter on Alfalfa

Triangle plates by PTO

What are these 2 triangular plates used for. They both pivot up and down. Thanks in advance. This is on a L4330. BTW is it ok to post here or is it strickly RTV's?

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Skid steer hydraulics reservoir...too much air?

Before I get into my concern, hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. Bought a post pounder to run off NH L223 skid steer. Post pounder requires a hydraulic hose to "dump" fluid back to the hydraulic reservoir. The fill tube has couple ninety degree bends which only allow hose to go in so far. So each time the pounder slammed down on the post I would loose fluid coming out of fill tube. So pounding post on the first day was a short day. I think I might have a solution by plumbing in a flexible coupler and male 3/4 inch to female connector mated to a 3/4 inch female pvc cap (there is a 3/4 inch threaded hole in middle of cap). The cap is attached to other end of coupler and other end of coupler is attached to fill tube. The dump hose is attached to 3/4 inch coupler. So now the fluid should be contained. Ok, now the question. Should I be concerned as a certain amount of hydraulic fluid is spewed back to the reservoir as the hammer drops is the reservoir building up any pressure? Fluid is displacing air in the tank but the air has know where to go. Anyone come across similar issue?

Skid steer hydraulics reservoir...too much air?

plates by PTO

What are these 2 triangular plates used for. They both pivot. Thanks in advance. This is on L4330.

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Field length going into winter?

hello all,

Hoping for some advice here as this has been our first year haying on our 40 acre hay field. Weather was such that we only got one late cut. When the weather finally got better in fall I was unable to cut again. Now I'm wondering if the grass length will affect next year's growth? Length is maybe 4 -6 inches. I'm wondering if it will mat down and mess up the field. I notice all the other fields are cut down to the nubs going into winter.

Field length going into winter?

Rtv snowblower pic

Here is a pic of the new rtv snowblower in case you haven't seen it yet! http://ift.tt/1OmcNXU

Rtv snowblower pic

PROJECT Manure spreader!!!

Bought this spreader for $7,000 last winter and put it right to work.
In MY area, that spreader was going for over 12k at dealer lots.
I really like it. Has auto chain oiling system and third auger. Kinda cool. It Saved me a lot of money in fertilizer, increased my yield and gave me some enjoyable winter work to do. I'd like to give her a makeover. The frame, axles, augers and tub are still pretty solid.
All the c-channel side extensions were FUBARED & rusted beyond recognition. Yesterday I buzzed off all the bolts and pulled the sides off.
Meyers wants ,$1,100 for all 6 side pieces. Probably a few hundred in shipping, too.
About 10 zerks need replaced, they barely resemble a zerk fitting anymore and won't take grease. Don't know how easily they will come out.
One of the flotation tires has slow leak-fix a flat does nothing.
One of the wheel grease hub caps is missing-easy fix
Would like to install road lights, turn signals. Meyers wants $300 for the optional road lights kit. You have to understand my area. It's suburban-semi rural. Lots of cars. Lights & signals are very smart to have.

I could dump close to $2,000 in it. It probably saves me 10k/yr in fertilizer bills, so is it worth fixing up OR should I trade her in and go bigger/newer-used unit? I can already feel I might outgrow it.

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Who doesn't like rust?

Safe to say no one likes rust. I'm doing some PM on the skid loader and cleaning up the area by the pedals. Using some rust converter paint from Gemplers. Just wondering if anyone has experience with something similar.

So far just scraping and wire wheeling as far as cleanup goes. Spay bombed with a primer and color. Seems to cover nicely hope it doesn't smear off with the powerwasher.

Got to thinking: how much more beer you think would be in the fridge if money wasn't spent on replacing things the metal mites invaded? Man, is it road salt, poop, or just lack of wiping you feet before getting in...I swear metal that had poop on it even after a clean up and paint...just smells like a painted and baked cow pie. Lol.

Who doesn't like rust?

PTO Generator maintenance

I have a Winco pto generator 25kw that we use when power goes out . One time ran 7 days two other times ran for 5 days around the clock. In the past 25 years we have put 600 to 800 hours on the machine anybody know when this thing will need maintenance or replacement. Only thing we have ever done is change gear oil in gearbox.

PTO Generator maintenance

Sheep

From Progressive Forage Grower.....I know nothing of sheep....so this was intriguing.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Sheep

Mechanics Corner; Diesel vs. Gas in UTV's/RTV's

From Progressive Forage Grower.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Mechanics Corner; Diesel vs. Gas in UTV's/RTV's

Is it normal...slow

I recently bought 2006 RTV 900..It runs okay and all, yet I noticed going up hill I can only do 10 MPH in M. Is that the top speed or is there something I need to check.. Seems slow to me but it is a tractor mini-truck! Has 3000 hours on it.

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MF/Hesston Mower Conditioner Rubber on Rubber Rollers Question

Out and about and saw a new MF/Hesston side pull disc mower conditioner, model 1359. I believe this design to be the same/similar to the New Idea 5209 and CaseIH 3309 - with some updates.

The rollers were rubber on rubber. The chevron patterns on them are shallow like the old ticor rollers, but to this untrained eye, looked like rubber, not ticor material, belting type material laminated to make the rollers.

Older MF/Hesston brochures say "Ticor". The latest on the MF website says "rubber on rubber".

Question - was I seeing rubber on rubber rollers or ticor rollers - which unlike ones I've seen in the last which were worn, these and never seen a blade of grass?

Anyone have any additional info/clarity on these rollers and could share, it would be much appreciated.

On a little different note, I know (straightened out on this board - thanks! ) the latest MF disc mowers are rebadged Fella mowers that Agco now owns. Anyone know if the cutter bar on the 1359 has been changed from the New Idea segmented hex shaft design to the Fella design?

I've read lots of great info/reviews on the New Idea 5209 / CaseIH 3309 mower conditioners and if the MF 1359 is still the basic same design, I might consider one.

Thanks again,
Bill

MF/Hesston Mower Conditioner Rubber on Rubber Rollers Question

Massey Ferguson Power Steering Pump

Hello. I have a massey ferguson (serial #9A 273275) that I need a power steering pump for. Where can I purchase one of these or where could I send it to be refurbished? Any help that anyone could give me on this would be greatly appreciated.

Massey Ferguson Power Steering Pump

RTV-X900 Transmission Cover and Skid Plate

I recently installed the utvhitchworks Transmission Cover and Rear Skid Plate with Hitch Extension. Great fitting product that serves a great purpose of protecting the transmission on the RTVx that is exposed. Install was quick and easy, with a few minor adjustments both cover and skid plate were in place. Neither piece interferes with the cargo bed. Thumbs Up to utvhitchworks!

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Hydraulic Bale Tension

Those of you that have and used hydraulic bale tension on your square balers - is it something you recommend? Or do you get along fine with the hand cranks and springs?

Is your bale density really consistent from bale to bale - especially as the day grows long and baling goes in into the evening and relative humidity and temps change?

Do you set your density (pressure) setting and use that same setting throughout the day and keep it the same for each time out?

Any info is much appreciated.

Thanks!
Bill

Hydraulic Bale Tension

1 ton Steers

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1 ton Steers

drone weed sprayers

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drone weed sprayers

RTV Solid doors?

Anyone know of a source for solid doors for an RTV500,or good quality soft doors for that matter. Thanks, Tim

RTV Solid doors?

new holland 1190 mower help

I need a little help taking the rollers off. I have the outer plate off but cant get the inner one. Now do I have to take the bearing off first? I am going to use the rollers to make my conveyer to feed my baler. I am sitting it up stationary.  

new holland 1190 mower help

"Unloading dock" for hay grapple

Hey everyone, I run a Kuhns accumulator/grapple set up. When stacking 4 or 5 high I have a hard time unloading the top couple grabs off the trailer, resulting in dropping bales, ect.
So I was thinking of getting 4 of those concrete blocks, (2x2x6) and running them butted up to each other and than making a gravel ramp. I would then tow the trailers along this and unload.
Any thoughts or better ideas?

"Unloading dock" for hay grapple

3 point bale spear shop project

Here is a little shop project i have been working on while it has been cold and rainy.

3 point bale spear shop project

Best no till drill in heavy trash

I  winter graze sorghum sudan and this year there will be heavy trash come spring. What is the best and worst no till drills for heavy trash? I have rented the county haybuster drill and liked it but this year we are looking to buy and the trash will be heavier. Thanks Farmguy

Best no till drill in heavy trash

Circle C Conditioner's

Going to look at a used header with the fluted Circle C rolls and air bags.

What should I look and check.

Is their a way or a measurement to check to see how much life is left on the rolls

Any help will be much appreciated

Circle C Conditioner's

290 massey ferguson

i purchased my first massey 290 a few months ago. while idling, the fan disintegrated and took out the radiator. there was no evidence of play at the water pump, so i removed the radiator shroud for additional fan clearance. two fans and two radiators later i need advice before going any further. thanks

290 massey ferguson

290 massey ferguson

i purchased my first massey 290 a few months ago. while idling, the fan disintegrated and took out the radiator. there wasno evidence of play at the water pump, so i removed the radiator shroud for additional fan clearance. two fans and two radiators later i need advice before going any further. thanks

290 massey ferguson

Dry Down Question

You've upgraded from the old sickle mower or sickle haybine to a fancy discbine. Now you can cut in the rain, after a rain or early, late or at 3am with the heaviest of dews.

I'm thinking the goal of conditioning the hay is to save a day, get the horse hay dry and ready to bale before the color washes out and the price appearance with it and ahead of the next rain storm.

It is Monday afternoon. I'm off work early to cut my grass hay or alfalfa with the discbine. Halfway to the fields, sky opens up rain comes down in sheets. Hay is ready, any more waiting and I've got over ripe hay. Next two days are supposed to be sunny and clear. Gotta cut and everything I read says a discbine will cut damp/wet hay - no problem. So I go ahead a cut throughout the evening - even as the rain tapers off and into the night as the dew comes down hard. Got my hay cut and conditioned but.....

Have I really saved a day of dry down? Am I going to end up with quality hay?

When you condition rained-on or heavy dew soaked hay - just because you can cut it with a discbine vs a sickle haybine, are you really saving any time? Will the hay be OK and dry out - no problem? Are you effectively conditioning the hay (either rollers or impellers) ?

I can understand and and appreciate the more harsh environments that would otherwise clog a haybine - and being better able to cut around one's day job work schedule is a definite advantage, but are you gaining any time by doing it.

So I cut and conditioned on Monday with the rain and heavy dew. Tuesday and Wednesday forecast is sunny and clear. Thursday is more rain. Can I cut wet in Monday, ted on Tuesday and bale on Wednesday and have dry/quality hay in the barn before another rain comes on Thursday?

What is your experience?

Just curious.

Thanks!
Bill

Dry Down Question

Happy Thanksgiving Ya'll

like it says>> have a Happy Thanksgiving<< "Eat Beef"

Happy Thanksgiving Ya'll

William Munny....To Make A Guest Appearance At This Summers DNC

.....wishful thinking.

 

Regards, Mike

 

 

 

William Munny....To Make A Guest Appearance At This Summers DNC

New Holland 68 plunger slide dimensions

I was doing some maintenance on the new holland 68 this fall and noticed I have a gap of almost 1/2" between the plunger knife and stationary knife. I am not having much luck getting the adjusters to move the plunger and I have a huge gap on top of the plunger.

 

My plunger knife needs sharpened anyway so I am gonna pull the plunger out of the baler. While I had it out I was going to go ahead and replace the wooden plunger slides. I am not willing to pay new holland's  crazy price so I plan to make new slides.

 

Heres where the problem comes. My slide are badly worn and I am not sure what the factory dimensions of the slides are supposed to be? I have heard there are drawing floating around the internet but I have been unable to find them.

 

What material to make them out of ?

 

Do I need to soak them in used oil after they are made?

 

Any other tips when doing this job ?

 

Thanks for the help

New Holland 68 plunger slide dimensions

Auctions

Several nice auctions coming up in Indiana.....something for everyone.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Auctions

kuhn 7501 opinions

Does anyone have one? Besides the nearly 25k price tag is there anything wrong with them? Its a center delivery, is there any options for moving hay in the center windrow?....maybe adapt a center kicker, I am wanting to use this rake for square and round baling. Is it possible to only use one rotor in heavy hay? Lots of questions but you guys know more than dealers usually do. Would love a ga8030 Kuhn but was quoted 35 thousand.

kuhn 7501 opinions

Feeder Outlook

Like about everything else in agriculture....unsettled.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Feeder Outlook

Registered Cattle?

We are picking-up a load of coming 3 year old open registered Herefords cows. We are in at market ($2.00). Conversation at the back room bar was maybe we should put a registered Hereford bull on these cows. We have not bothered with registered but we are thinking it might open up a different more valuable market? Found a couple of local bulls, 2 year old $5,000 1 1/2 year old $4,000 WOW!

Registered Cattle?

The rain stopped..............

....back to finishing up this project. Weld supports for lose hydraulic hoses and spray gun.

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Interesting development

Here's a pretty good look at the future.....  http://ift.tt/1QTSoKx

 

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Interesting development

Pto won't work

I just bought this LK2552 Kioti and found the PTO won't work. It will shift into both 545 & 1000 rpm but shaft doesn't turn. Can anyone help??:pat:

Pto won't work

Poly twine in 273 New Holland

Has anyone had success with poly twine in a 273 New Holland square baler? I personally have never run anything other than sisal in it but my dad bought the baler new and claims that it absolutely will not tie poly twine. Sisal was perfectly fine until the price jumped to double what you can buy poly for. Is there just some adjusting that needs done or am I better off to suck it up and pay the extra until I can justify a newer machine?

Poly twine in 273 New Holland

Whats it worth?

2011 Kubota M126X 4WD with cab HVAC

840 easy hours

Kubota L2253 loader with auxillary hydraulics out front

Radial Titan tires 80% tread

2 sets rear remotes

Air ride seat

rear wiper

buddy seat

2 sets of rear fender switches to operate 3pt hitch

 

Tractor House average price was $59,500 based on 16 used units with loaders.

 

Whats it worth?

First Snow and First snow plow

Today I have to plow snows off on local road with My David Brown 1290 tractor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgwGUpIzoSI

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Senepol bulls?

I read some of you knew about this breed of beef, I had never heard of them before. Are there any breeders selling bulls? They sound like a very climate friendly animal. 

Senepol bulls?

Massey Ferguson 1030 / Hinomoto E2304 question

Hello, I just bought a Hinomoto E2304 4WD with synchro transmission, which I've read is similar to a great degree to MF 1030. I've got some problems changing the engine oil (Toyosha MS142). The oil sump is split in half over the front transmission shaft. A sticker on the fender says (in japanese :pat:) that it takes about 3.5 litres of oil, however I've had to put 5.5 litres in it to show on the dipstick. So now I'm thinking I must have the wrong dipstick installed. It's about 11 inches or 28 cm from tip to the lip of the rubber thingy that seals it. Anyone with a MF 1030 (since I think no one has a Hino 2304) could be so kind to measure the dipstick on his tractor? Thanks in advance.

Massey Ferguson 1030 / Hinomoto E2304 question

High Plains Aquifer

From DTN.....

 

Regards, Mike

 

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High Plains Aquifer

Secret Santa

Just placing a reminder here that there are 5 days left to sign on if your interested.  Details can be found in the announcements section near the bottom.

Secret Santa

Motley?

We made a deal on some registered Herefords with a rancher/friend. He is "throwing in" a heifer from a unbred cow deal last year, he described this heifers markings as "motley" We will tailgate pick-up on Monday, can't wait to meet Miss Motley!

Motley?

RTV900 take-off wheels and tires...pricing help.

Bought our RTV900 brand new and within a couple weeks took off the OEM wheels/tires and replaced them with aftermarket. They have since been stored in my basement.

They are the work site tires and gray steel rims. They have less than 10 hours on them and are all in perfect condition.

Was going to list them for sale and have no idea on their value.

What do you think is a fair price to ask for the set?

I appreciate any input. Thanks!

RTV900 take-off wheels and tires...pricing help.

Fuse List

Any one have the fuse list for a 900 ?Mine is a 2004 I picked up recently and the fuse cover is missing.

Fuse List

Square Baler Knotter

How many bales can you run through a new small baler with good maintenance before it would need any knotter work? I was told by dealer 125,000

Square Baler Knotter

Dairy nutritionists

Anyone else out there being told that some dairy nutritionists are telling customers to eliminate forage from thier rations?  I dont mind selling fair hay at a lower price but to make claims that good hay is worth only what straw or soyhulls will bring is absurd. i was always taught that a cows rumen needs long stem roughage to keep the rumen going.  Just wondering what everyone else has heard. These same nutritionists are also advocating western hay over local hay. Sounds like a kickback somewhere. Only time will tell

Dairy nutritionists

Anyone know small portable generators?

I would like to buy a small portable generator. I have a project that requires me to run a Milwaukee sawzall with a metal blade to cut some 1/2" bolts or a Dewalt mini grinder to buzz the heads off the bolts. 

I'm looking on CL at portables and saw this one. Its small, light, but I don't think it creates enough power. 

 

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Anyone know small portable generators?

Hunting cattle,

Wild in Hawaii...
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Hunting cattle,

Weed killing robots

I'll just leave this link here with one comment.   I didn't know stomping  on weeds  killed them.   http://ift.tt/1X8qHNG

Weed killing robots

Adding a hydraulic rolling rack to a 1049?

I am interested in adding the hydraulic control to the rolling rack. Is this conversion possible? This 1049 is the first and only stackwagon I have ever seen so I am not sure how the hydraulic rolling rack is set up on the later models but I assume that it just let the tension off of the springs or something similar. If someone could post a pic that would be great. I tried to look on the parts manual but it didn't show the cylinder. 

 

Thanks

Jake Wise

Adding a hydraulic rolling rack to a 1049?

Forage Soybean types

I have recently got a 4acre field from my neighbor that he does nothing with.. he asked if I would be interested in planting it or using it for something just so he don't have to mow it anymore. I was reading about forage soybeans and was thinking about giving them a try.. I will be soil testing and liming here next few weeks.. Just wondering if anyone here has experience with this.. I will be baling this for hay.. I am in SE TN. wondering what seed to be looking into getting and where.. any information on this good or bad will be great..

Thanks

Forage Soybean types

Welger AP71 parts wanted

I'm fixing up an old Welger AP71 small, square baler.

 

Parts in this part of the world are hard to find at a reasonable price, so I'm reaching out to the Haytalk community to see if anyone is dismantling an AP71 and is willing to sell parts or could recommend a good parts seller.

 

I have a German parts book.

 

Some of the parts I'm after are :

 

56.11.105 PTO spline

56.73.04 clutch plate (4 required)

58.60.07 part of the clutch assy (german name is Mitnehmer)

disc brake

disc brake pads

0726.10 roller (part of the bale length assy)

needle

 

 

Any help or suggestions are most welcome.

Welger AP71 parts wanted

massey ferguson

Hi I just bought a what I think is a 203 or 205 industrial tractor but there isn't any tag to identify it Does anyone know how i can identify it
thanks mike

massey ferguson

Schmeiser cultipackers

Anyone heard of Schmeiser?    I'm thinking of buying a new cultipacker and until today I thought the only company who still makes them was Brillion.   Then on the Brillion website they were comparing themselves to Schmeiser.   Looking at their website.  http://ift.tt/210yjqc.  The till n bedder seems like a well built piece of equipment.   I called their area rep and he gave me more details about it.    Anyone know anything of this company or even better have a Til an Bed cultipacker?  

Schmeiser cultipackers

My View (Pictorial Thread of Home)

Let's see the view out your window???

Here's the view from my Shop East windows. Can see 32 miles Southeast.

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Current Fuel Prices as of 11/15

Better top your fuel tanks off, I waited as long as I dared chance it, got diesel at $1.79 a gallon delivered. What are you paying?

Current Fuel Prices as of 11/15

Charolais

Read fast as DTN will pull this one.

 

Montana....if I ever got back into beef again it would be the purebred Red Angus Cows Crossed with the Charolais bulls....I think that would really work well for here in the Mid-south.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Charolais

2016 Hay Outlook

From AgWeb...

 

Regards, Mike

 

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2016 Hay Outlook

What model discbine/conditioner will a Deere 3010 Diesel run??

I picked up a few more acres of alfalfa hay ground for next season and think I really need to go to a discbine to get more speed. My NH 489 works great now but am going to need a little more speed to get it all done as I'm doing the hay on the side while working 50 hours a week. Ill have a total of 60 acres now.  I know the discbines take more power and a John Deere 3010 diesel (55 horse) is the biggest tractor I have.  I'm starting to look for a good used discbine conditioner (kind of a oxymoron I know) and was wondering if anyone is running a similar setup or can tell me what to be looking for?  Id like to stay with a Deere, New Holland or Hesston/Massey as they are the closest dealers with parts.  There's also a dealer that used to sell Gehl close and I've seen some of those for sale in my price range but they've been out for almost 10 years now so the parts availability in the future scares me... Thanks in advance for any advice!!  

What model discbine/conditioner will a Deere 3010 Diesel run??

New mower

I'm am looking for a new mower for my operation. I typically cut around 200 acres every year and will probably go up. I currently have a kuhn 9ft disc mower that I went thru last winter (cutter bar and gear box). Now my kuhn is leaking on the bar and after just one season one of disc bearing went out.

I have a 70hp tractor that handled the disc mower well. I'm in the market for either a new mower or an older windrower. I liked the idea of having a wide thin window and not having to unclog the windrower every other pass, but I would go back to the sickle if I found the right one.

So what is a good option for cutting smaller irregular fields on a budget. Looking to spend around 4 to 5 grand. I'd like to stay away from kuhn and all brands repainted kuhn.

New mower

belt tightening ahead for hay markets

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belt tightening ahead for hay markets

what grapple to get to match the 1049 I just got

I was wondering what size grapple I need if I want to pick up hay from the stacks the 1049 makes. What companies make that size?

what grapple to get to match the 1049 I just got

Bush Hog HT417 Tedder

Went to an consignment equipment sale Saturday at a dealership.  He was getting rid of "stuff" and opened the sale up for consignment.

 

There was a new Bush Hog HT417 tedder with hydraulic fold that caught my attention.  It was missing one arm, but overall looked good.  Arm had probably been scarfed off to repair somebody else's tedder.

 

BH HT417 went for $4,800; new go for about $5,200.  Makes me wonder what this guy was thinking?

 

The dealer also had a Sitrex tedder, manual fold, sitting behind the shop (not part of the sale).  This unit looked identical to the Bush Hog.  I wonder who is remanufacturing for who?

 

Case 970 tractor, duals, great condition (I know the owner--he takes super care of his equipment), 5,000 hours went for just $2,700.

 

Ralph

 

 

Bush Hog HT417 Tedder

Heritage Cattle In VA.

Hmmm...from AgWeb.

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Heritage Cattle In VA.

Overseeding Existing Stands

Ok, I did the major reseeding thing this year.  Overseeded everything I have except one field that is up for sale (does not belong to me).  I overseeded Timothy, overseeded multiple orchard grass fields, overseeded paddocks and seeded new OG in teff that did not get killed due to coop spraying error.

 

I used a Great Plains 10 foot nt drill, brand new (meaning all the springs work the same) that was clean as a whistle.  perfect seeding depth.

 

Generally I noted the less competition the better the stand-duh!  By explanation- paddocks in better shape, did not show robust rows of new seedlings, those overgrazed, great rows.  Now this by no means suggests that there are no improvements to the paddocks in better shape, it may just take longer to notice.

 

Same thing in the hay fields.  less competition, better rows.  Too much growth in the timothy field but I have seen new seedlings.  Will know next May.

 

Just wondering, anyone stunt their fields prior to re-seeding?

Overseeding Existing Stands

Lotos LT5000D 50A Air Inverter Plasma Cutter, Dual Voltage 110/220VAC 1/2" Clean Cut

I've been looking for a light plasma cutter.  This one is on sale new for $250.

 

Anybody have any experience with this brand?

 

Here's the specs:

 

The LOTOS LT5000D Plasma Cutter delivers strong cutting performance in a compact package.

An optimized design based on state-of-the-art MOSFET transistors provides high power output for thick metal cutting, as well as steady output for thin metal cutting.

Using Pulse-Width-Modulation (PWM) technology, the inverter power supply generates powerful DC welding currents. By employing switch power inverter technology, the dimensions and weight of the main transformer is significantly reduced; while efficiency is increased by 30%.

The LT5000D is an excellent choice for home DIY jobs and light duty small business projects.

Features:
• 50 Amp Digital Inverter Air Plasma Cutter
• Automatic Dual Voltage / Dual Frequency (110/220V 50/60Hz)
• PAPST Advanced German Cooling System
• Suitable for stainless steel, alloy steel, mild steel, copper aluminum, and other metal materials
• Max Cut Thickness: 1/2" ; Max Severance Thickness: 3/4"

 

Ralph

 

Lotos LT5000D 50A Air Inverter Plasma Cutter, Dual Voltage 110/220VAC 1/2" Clean Cut

2012 rtv 1100 turn signals

Swapped turn signal, hazard kit from 2010 1100 to 2012 1100. Signals don't work or hazards. Not sure if I forgot something. Don't have install papers anymore. Have power to light hazard switch and headlights. Any help much appreciated. Thank you

2012 rtv 1100 turn signals

lift arm problem

Have a 220-4 that I put in a lifting strain and now the arms will not raise as high as they should. If I have nothing on the arms they will go completely up (most of the time, but sometimes I can raise them by hand another 5-6 inches) but if I push down on them with my hand they go down about 6 inches and thus will not raise an implement very high ... about 2 inches off the ground with a scraper blade. Pulled lift arm control housing and adjustments seem to be correct per manual. When arms lower they fall abruptly when about 3 inches from ground ....and I hear a click inside the housing ..... any suggestions Thanks

lift arm problem

JBS Records Record Profits

From AgWeb...

 

Regards, Mike

 

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JBS Records Record Profits

Strobe light kit on RTV-X900

I installed the Kubota strobe light kit today. I have the plastic canopy and glass windshield. After drilling 4 holes and using included rubber grommets, the install was easy. The kit came with a lighted switch and the wires were encased in the ribbed wire sheaths. I have the multiple accessory wiring harness as well. Next project is to get a set of rear LED lights installed. Just thought I'd share.

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X1100C Driving Lights

I started to install the LED driving lights I bought on a recommendation from here. They are quite nice, $20 for the pair from Amazon. I had planned on making my own brackets using ideas found here too, but I discovered that the factory mounts that came with the lights are perfect. So, I decided to mount one and see what it looks like. I took off one of the two-bolt plates that hold the roof on, just to see if the factory drilled the hole for me. Surprise! Not only did they drill the holes, they ran the wires out and into a pocket in the rubber block under the plate. And, the wires have a socket installed already. Cool... but then I noticed that one of the lights is not correct. The holes for the mounting bolts aren't threaded... grrr... I can fix it, but I shouldn't have to, so I put everything away and sent a note to the vendor. As I was putting them away, I came across the original tail lights for the RTV. The turn signal kit comes with new tail lights it seems, AND, it appears that one of the plugs on the light will fit the socket for the driving lights. That was good news.
I'll get pics of everything when I actually install the lights. Snow headed this way.

X1100C Driving Lights

Dolly for semi trailer

Purchased a 48ft semi trailer for hauling hay this fall and would like to get a dolly to tow behind a tractor.  Don't want to back the breaks on and off every time we use it on the dolly for the tractor vs with the semi.  Was wondering if anyone know the cheapest and simplest way to do this. Thinking of getting an inverter and running an aircompressor mounted on the dolly to the trailer.  Was curious what size of air compressor and inverter one might need to set something up like this. Or if there was a better and easier way to accomplish this.  

Dolly for semi trailer

RTV900 Rear Fender extensions

Didn't know for sure what to title this thread.

The other day my 6 year old Granddaughter was in the shop. She was looking at the RTV. With a wrinkled nose she pointed at those rubber rear fender extension things and said "what's that?".

Okay, I can't be uncool in my Granddaughter's eyes. So something has to be done. :)

I removed the front "rubber flaps". Then tried to design something that would be effective, durable and fit the look of the rear fender guards. This is what I came up with.

Built them out of some scrap sheet metal I had lying around. Used 1.25" square tube for the vertical brackets. 3/4" square tube for the fender brackets.

Took some head scratching to get them to be effective and still not be in the way when the bed is raised/lowered. Think I got it, but time in the mud will tell.

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X1100C front lower Ball Joints

2,289 miles and both ball joints are shot. Had the machine in for service/recalls and since I just changed tires I told them to check the toe in 4 me. All other joints including those weird sloppy rear ones seem fine. Did a complete overhaul, they lowered the RPMs to allow range shifter to work easier. And to improve power they adjusted VHST pump.

As he put it, he's gone over it from horn to hoof! LOL

I am still not thrilled with this machine.

But keep an eye on those front lower ball joints.

X1100C front lower Ball Joints

Farmhand F100D

I'm looking at getting a accumulator.  What would be a fair price for a Farmhand F100D be. It is setup for a HN baler with a flywheel pump.  I don't have any experience with them.  but have seen them priced from $640 to over $3000.  

 

Thanks 

 

Farmhand F100D

Cattle guys What can I expect to make?

Cattle guys:

Lets say I buy a farm with room for 25-35 head of cattle. I will supply my own hay for winter months. I have an excess of cattle hay each year that ends up going to mushroom, so that wont be a problem. 

So anyhow, whats my upfront cost for calves? Im hearing $2.50/lb so a 300lb black angus calf is $700/each. Sound right? 

So now the big parts: how long till ready for market? I hear 20mos. 

What can I expect for selling price fully grown? what is butchering cost? 

I dont even know how to sell it to!!

 

Help me and my wife figure out what we could make of 30 cattle, I supply hay and "labor". Thanks
 

Cattle guys What can I expect to make?

Caroni Tiller Holiday Giveaway

Tractor Tools Direct wants to wish you, the compact-tractor enthusiast, Happy Holidays with a chance to win a free Caroni rotary tiller. Tractor Tools Direct carries a complete line of commercial-duty tillers for compact tractors.  With four widths ranging from 43" to 67", there is a model to fit your machine. One lucky winner will get to choose the perfect model and have it shipped for free directly to his or her door.  Click here to learn more:  http://ift.tt/1lnfcq6

 

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Caroni Tiller Holiday Giveaway

Warn winch remote

I have a 2006 RTV 900 with a warn winch mounted. It's hard to see exactly what size or model. My question, are most of the remotes for warn universal to other warns? I bought the RTV couple months ago and it didn't have the remote.. should i buy both the socket and remote or take a chance and buy just the remote? Or is there anything else I could use?

Kurt:blob_blue:

Warn winch remote

post drivers

anybody here got any experience with a redi driver ges powered post driver??  its a hand held gas powered unit

post drivers

Planning bed rails for X1100C

I started working on a plan for bed rails for the new rig. Looking over the threads here gave me ideas so I started measuring for the metal cutting. I used cardboard and duct tape... what else?
It seems there is more room than I thought. I won't have to bend any tubing to clear the window grill.









There should be plenty of clearance. I plan to use square tubing, but I haven't picked it up yet. I think there should be a cross piece between the two sides, at the top of the short riser behind the grill. A rubber flap should stop anything from falling between the grill and rack. A removable taller rack can hold ladders and things like that.

I was disappointed to notice (finally!) that there is NO bed liner. The quote showed factory installed liner... grrr... Now to get back to the dealer.

Planning bed rails for X1100C

hogs and hay

I usually only raise my hogs on whey grain and water. Finishers in the fall get some pumpkin and apple in the mash for a treat. I just like the the way a Yorkshire raised and finished on grain tastes. The other day I threw some hay from some reclaim acres in the pens for bedding. Darn hogs left their mash and started tearing up this mess of goldenrod burdock briars old orchardgrass and fescue. They love it. Is there something the supposed complete ration from the feed store is lacking? The ration is based on ddg soy corn and alfalfa meal Beet pulp mineral and vitamin package. They have been gaining well as always. Manure is fine.

hogs and hay

rtv 900 roll bar

Hi, I am thinking of buying 2005 rtv 900. Its a bit of a drive, and I have a trailer to haul it but according to spec sheets, its too tall. Just wondering if or how easily the roll bar can be removed thanks.

rtv 900 roll bar

2006 RTV 900 rear differential

Does anyone know what it cost to replace or rebuild the rear differential in a 2006 Rtv 900. Machine only moves in four-wheel-drive.
Thanks for any info
Paul

2006 RTV 900 rear differential

Can you put new rubber sleeves on a round baler belt drive starter shaft

Do you know if anyone can put new rubber sleeves on a John Deere 535 round baler lower belt drive feed roller shaft (not sure exactly what the correct term for it is)? Ours got bent and you can't buy a new one, but I found a used one, BUT the rubber sleeves are wore out.... OR does anyone know where I can buy a good one? allen at tennesseeland dot com

Can you put new rubber sleeves on a round baler belt drive starter shaft

Commodity prices

Grain ,cattle,and milk are all headed south price wise right now. The last two USDA Report have been terribly bearish. Do you think the inventories are as strong as they are reporting? Do you think any of the commodity markets will improve in the near future.

Commodity prices

Warranty ????

Since this machine has been new. My X1100C with a cab,the passenger door has a gap on the bottom. You can see daylight out the bottom. I have told my dealer about it and they said they will look at it. When you go down a dirt road the dust blows in down there! Should this be a new door or is there an adjustment that can be done?? It's due for its 50 hr service.

Warranty ????

Bull Health

From DTN

 

Regards, Mike

 

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Bull Health

Antifreeze loss in reservoir?? X1100C

Hi All,

My 2014 X1100c has about 45hrs on it and I just noticed that the antifreeze reservoir is below the "Add" mark. It use to be midway up the canister between low and full. This is a closed system so where did it go? No leaks, no smoke, no sweet exhaust odor, oil is uncontaminated? It's probably missing about two cups. Could it have burped air from the system after all this time? :thankyou2:

Antifreeze loss in reservoir?? X1100C

40 years ago today

You Tube

Edmund Fitzgerald sinking remains a Great Lakes mystery 40 years later
By Edmund DeMarche Published November 10, 2015 FoxNews.com


It was exactly 40 years ago Tuesday when "the winds of November came early" and took the legendary Great Lakes freighter Edmund Fitzgerald and 29 souls to the bottom of Lake Superior, a disaster memorialized in book and song that remains mired in maritime mystery.

The 729-foot ore-carrier, called the "Queen of the Great Lakes" sank during a brutal storm on the eastern section of the lake, but the exact cause of its demise continues to elude experts and historians. From the plausible explanations offered in Gordon Lightfoot's haunting classic, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," to crackpot theories involving space aliens, theories abound as to what caused one of the 20th century's best-chronicled American shipwrecks.

"There were no survivors and no witnesses and we will never know, definitely, what happened on Nov. 10, 1975," Fredrick Stonehouse, the author of the 1982 book “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” told FoxNews.com. "We do know that the crew must have thought, 'We're hurt, and there's not a damn thing we can do about it.'"

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40 years ago today

RTV and Kioti bump

This is an old thread I bumped to answer David's question without hijacking that other thread. ;) collie http://ift.tt/1knhx43

RTV and Kioti bump

Walterscheid plastic PTO cover parts

Does my one know where you can get parts for watersheid PTO driveshaft covers? My NH rake ate the U-joint bell shaped cover when I took a turn too tight. Dealer will only sell entire covsr for $350. All I need is a piece of the cover.
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Source for digital service manual.

Any idea where I can get a reasonably priced digital copy of the service manual for an X1100C?

Source for digital service manual.

2016 RTV X1100C or Honda Pioneer 1000?

I was about to the pull the trigger on a brand spanking new 2015 RTV X110C but since it was nearing the end of the 2015 model year, I decided to hold off and see if anything new would be announced for 2016.

New for 2016 the RTV X1100C will have a front PTO option which will allow the use of some new implements. The one that I’m most interested in is the 66-inch snow blower with a standard hydraulic chute rotation and deflector. This will come in handy for me for clearing the driveway at home or up at the cottage.

I was dead set on the 2016 RTV then along comes the newly announced Honda Pioneer 1000. The specs on the Pioneer are quite impressive:

- 74hp
- 72ftlbs
- 1000 lbs payload
- 2000 lbs towing
- 6 speed dual clutch gearbox (no belts)
- high/low range t-case
- 2wd/4wd – locking front and rear differentials/turf mode
- auto/manual – paddle shifters
- 12.9 inches of ground clearance
- high top speed > 60mph

The Honda would seem to me as the best of both worlds – excellent utility capabilities and can also be used for recreational activities

Now on to the negatives:

- not a diesel so fuel economy will suffer
- cab is an afterthought – very expensive and doesn’t look to be as tightly sealed as the RTV but don’t know for sure?
- no AC and heater also seems to be an afterthought
- no PTO or hydraulic accessories
- expen$ive – approaching $30k with cab and some comparable options to the RTV

So the big dilemma is do I choose the tortoise or the hare? I don’t need the speed of the Pioneer but it would be nice on occasion to take it on the trails. Quite frankly the only thing that is holding me back on the X1100C is the frequent mention on this and other forums of the RTV labouring while climbing up steep grades. I will be using my UTV to do various tasks (hauling, plowing and/or blowing snow, etc…) where the terrain can be quite steep. I also get the impression that the RTV is more solidly built and will stand the test of time.

Think I’ll wait to see both in the showrooms then decide which is best for me.

2016 RTV X1100C or Honda Pioneer 1000?

Newbie

Joined the forum a few weeks ago but just been lurking on the forum trying to catch up. Great forum. Touches about all the bases.

Newbie

NH 313 mower

I am looking at trading mowers and my dealer is pushing the new 313. I have not been happy lately with New Holland but dealer is great. Anyone here used one or own one?  Biggest problem with my H7450 is it is not crimping like it should. . It is 4 years old and has about 6,000 total acres.  I am tired of the dealer as well as other company dealers acting like this is an enourmous amount of acres and that the machine is wore out. I would understand if they cost 10,000 but 40,000, come on lets get real. Any thoughts or ideas would be appreciated, Thanks

NH 313 mower

Flail type manure spreader question

I've got a couple regular manure spreader, a new idea 217 and an IH 515(?), and found a barrel type flail spreader a guy is selling cheap. Are they any good? They seem popular in Europe, been checking out YouTube videos.

I like the simplicity, but am curious why they never caught on. They would appear to be messy, but most are anyway.

Ever run one? Do they spread OK? Should I run away?

I hate working on my new idea's chain links/front idlers. I either need to come up with a different design or get rid of it.

For $4-500 I may take the risk.

Here's a video of a similar unit I found on YouTube. https://youtu.be/jtTrRV_WFqY

Thanks.

Flail type manure spreader question

Kubota 900 RTV help - no power

I have a newer X900. bought new earlier this year. has about 400 miles on it is all.

ever since new this thing will barely climb a hill (40 degree) in low gear. it stinks bad when trying to climb. I know you can't floor it.. you have to back off the pedal. I have to use about 1/4 - 1/2 pedal for it to even make it up.. it'll hit about 5-6mph and barely be able to keep that up the hill. with any type of load (200 lb+) it will barely make it.

A month or so ago I changed all the recommended items for the 50 hour service with 0 change.

It'll barely hit 20mph on a flat road.

I use a fuel tank with twin filters to deliver fuel to all my equipment.


I'd take it in but the dealer is a 2 hour drive away.

pretty sad that a machine that costs this much can barely move. My neighbor has a old 1100 w/ 1500 hours on it and it will do circles around mine.


any help is appreciated. thanks.

Kubota 900 RTV help - no power

Kuhn 1990 GA300GT rotory rake drive shaft

Hi

I need to replace the drive shaft. Dealer asking $925.00 said this drive shaft only was made from 1989 to 1990. Than was changed to a newer design.
Anyone know where to find replacement shaft assembly? Dealer will be my last resort due to huge cost to replace.

Thanks

Kuhn 1990 GA300GT rotory rake drive shaft

Water leak

I have the new 15 1100 - love it. Notice though that I had water leak in the upper roof area where the lights and windshield wiper are right below where the radio is mounted. Where could this water be coming from - I am worried it will short out my radio and lights

Water leak

No 12VDC on RTV900 Electric System

I've had no problems with my RTV900 since buying it new in 2006. That is, not until the present one, described as follows:

My OEM battery began showing signs of weakness a few weeks ago when I had to put a charge on it in order to start the machine. Yesterday, it again would not start and I checked battery voltage and it was down to 10.5vdc. So, I saluted it, thanked it for 9 years of faithful service and replaced it with a new one.

I installed the replacement with a reading of 12.7vdc. When I tried starting the 900, the starter did not respond. I switched the headlights on, darkness. I pushed the horn button, silence. Wow.

I checked the battery cables and all look good. The ground is grounded and the positive is positive. I checked continuity on all the fuses, all OK. I tested for power to the fuses and there was none. Ah Ha!

I tested for power at the starter terminal where the battery connects. Yes, there was 12+VDC on that terminal. I tested for power at a little plastic connection on the starter that has a wire running to the electric system (to alternator, et al) and I see none at that little connection on the starter. Ah Ha!

My questions:

1. Should there be power at that little connection on the starter? I would assume so, since it seems to be the only electric connection for the battery to the rest of the system after the starter.

2. If "yes" for question 1, is the lack of power at that little connection likely the reason for my no-power condition to the rest of the system as described?

3. If "yes" for question 2, how can this be resolved? Can this little connector be replaced. If so, how? If not, what needs to be done?

Any other observations on what my problem might be are welcomed.

Thanks!

No 12VDC on RTV900 Electric System

Black Safety Limit Curtains for Mower

I just picked up a John Deere 1460 Mower Conditioner as my JD 1326 is reaching the end of it's useful life.  I need to replace the Safety limit curtains as they are tattered missing chunks of material and could allow rock chips or any solid object to become a lethal projectile.  I am absolutely shocked at the prices of these items.  They purposely make you buy some of these items as rush (machine down)  and will not let you order "stock".  Does anyone know were I can buy this canvas like material in bulk?  I am pretty sure I can duplicate the patterns.  Thanks for any help you can give me.

Black Safety Limit Curtains for Mower

Recomendations on purchasing a round baler

Hello! We have just purchased a 180 acre farm in Hillsville, Va with about 95 acres pasture/hay ground. I would like to run 60 or so head of cattle and hope to be able to rotational graze. I will look at stockpiling 26 acres of Fescue for winter feeding...not sure that will be enough, so thinking I had better look into a reasonably priced round baler. I would welcome your recommendations.

 

I have a NH TN55 4x4, but its rated at only 35 drawbar horsepower...so it will not handle much! I have a NH 278 square baler and it is really more baler that the tractor should handle! Is there anything in a round baler that would work...short of an old Roto-Baler!!!

 

I have thought of looking a larger tractor, but I really would like to get the rotational grazing and stockpiling to work and avoid the baling, if possible.

 

I am not a farmer...just a city boy who's always wanted to have a small cattle farm! I have 6 acres of coastal hay now that I play with...but, that's where what pitiful little knowledge I have ends!

 

Thanks for your help and God Bless!

Jimmy

Recomendations on purchasing a round baler

Diesel fuel treatments??

Does anyone else on here use diesel fuel treatment in there Rtv's?? I use Howes Diesel Treatment. My fuel injection guys say it really helps the pumps and injectors. The newer fuel with lower sulfur is hard on everything. It doesn't take that much and to me it's just a little piece of mind!! I use it in my tractors and trucks also.

Diesel fuel treatments??

McHale 995LM small, square wrapper

I've just bought a McHale 995LM wrapper from a private seller, it's done about 14,000 wraps since new.

 

I've just posted a short essay here about todays first experience with it.

http://ift.tt/1PivTPV

 

The purpose of this thread is to ask about a specific problem I encountered today.

 

Most of the bales coming off the wrapper seems to have large pockets of air in them under the plastic wrap.

 

Is anyone else here using the same model ?

Encountered similar problem ?

 

Thank you

McHale 995LM small, square wrapper

Hay elevators any one still use them?

I am working on restoring an old hay elevator I got for free it is the type with the chain up the center. For my purpose I would like to use a gas power plant. Any ideas on horse power and rpm it is 20 foot long. I was thinking I could use a wheel line mover engine.

Hay elevators any one still use them?

For the rollbar rake folks

Saw this today and thought I'd share, neat book too.

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What to Seed in a Wetter Soil

I have the opportunity to make hay on about 25 acres of a heavy, wetter type soil.  It is near an area watershed and some of it hold water after any significant rain.  Right now it it has a combination of fesuce, johnshon grass, and some clover. I would like to have something that will stand up to the wetter, heavier soil, but also make good tonnage.  This will be round baled and feed to cows, so I don't have to deal with horse people's taste on these acres.

 

Thanks

What to Seed in a Wetter Soil

Shifter stuck in reverse, 2004 RTV900W

I backed up to the barn door. It's a grade. Done it several hundred times. I usually flip the lever out of reverse just as I'm stopping. I didn't this time. When I got back in and tried to get it out of reverse, it resisted. I tried all the usual tricks, none worked, then I pushed on the lever, apparently too hard because something felt like it gave a little then the thing snapped into the neutral position and wouldn't go anyplace else.

I called the service folks, they send a man over. He couldn't get it freed up either. Said they have to take it to the shop. Yuk. I hate it when things to go the shop.

I looked at the parts manual and the service manual. Looking at the parts list, D20500 Range Gear Shift Fork; it looks like I can remove a cover (D2100 Range Gear Arm) on the top that has a shaft that moves left and right, as well as another arm. There is a lot of linkage, but I can deal with that.

The parts diagram for the shift fork shows a pin that stocks down from the range gear arm that appears to slide into one of the other of a pair of shift forks. It acts like it's slipped out of the notch on one of them and can't go back. My theory is that if I take this thing off, the pin will come out, the forks can be slide into alignment, and the thing reinstalled.

Have any of you had this problem?

Have you taken this thing I'm talking about off and been able to fix it?

Thanks
Fitch

Shifter stuck in reverse, 2004 RTV900W

H&S Action Rake

Just wondering if anyone has used one of the H&S Action Rakes?  We are raking iwth a single side delivery rake, but I have been looking at going to a 8 wheel rake.  I have used my cousins older Vermeer wheel rake in the past, so I kind of know how to use a wheel rake. 

 

Thanks

Greg

H&S Action Rake

BHT-2 Baler Mounted Hay Moisture Tester

Just bought a  BHT-2 Baler Mounted Hay Moisture Tester  with two sensors . I didn't know when i bought it that it had a cut side and a non cut sensor. The instructions only tell me how to install for a conventional baler, i have a small inline baler. Does anyone know where i should be installing the sensors? Or does it matter ? Or will i just have to learn how to read the moisture output and cross check it with a hand held tester?

BHT-2 Baler Mounted Hay Moisture Tester

Updates needed

I've been incredibly busy lately and haven't been here as much as I'd like.

I have seen some great posts/threads though.

I'd like to update our Sticky thread "Index to some popular / useful RTV threads" with threads that have come up recently that are worthwhile to keep in our index for easy reference.

Can y'all reply to this thread with a link to any recent thread (recent being the last several months) you find worthwhile to keep in our index?

Thanks in advance.

Updates needed

POP UP

Is it just my computer or does this damned Fertilizer Pop Up take over everyones computer on the Net Tractor Talk Site.

I gave my computer over to Geeks Online the other day and they had it fixed after a few house but now it is back. I am really tired of this Bull____!

POP UP

A few corn stalk bales and Stines

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A few corn stalk bales and Stines

Lift Kit Homemade RTV900 1"

Decided I'd build a lift kit. I'm always dragging my butt thru the timber. Thought maybe a 1" kit and then 27" tires might help that problem.

Started with the front. Built six 1" spacers, three for each side. Had to take the strut nut off so I could get the top bracket off and drive out the knurled bolts so I could replace them with longer bolts.

Putting that back together was a bit of a challenge. I didn't have a spring compressor so removed the springs, clamped them in a vice, wired them together, then installed and cut the wire after the top bracket was refastened to the strut stem. Sorry I didn't get pics of that process.

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Which is best with regard to tire width.

I'm sitting here pondering tractor tires.   European tractors typically have very wide rear and front tires with very few dual tires.   But we rarely see that in the U.S.   While I know you wouldn't want wide tires for row crops what about for hay if you don't plan on using the tractor for row crops?    Would dual tires be better then a very wide rear tire?   And then wide front tires as well.   My JD 7810 has 520 wide tires on the front and duals of 480.   Each.   I like it for hay as it means less compaction.    But you sure couldn't do much row crop work with it.  

Which is best with regard to tire width.

New Hay Tool Player

Mahindra....

 

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New Hay Tool Player

rock rakes, rock pickers and loader buckets

Who has them?  Which ones do you like and which ones to avoid?     I have lots to pick of softball to soccerball sized ones before spring seeding.    Was thinking of buying a good rake and then loading them in a gravel truck with a rock bucket on one of the tractors.  Is this a good plan or do i need to invest in a picker too?   I like the gravel truck idea so i can haul them back to an erosion ditch a mile away that needs filling.  

rock rakes, rock pickers and loader buckets

Gauge wheels on a NH 216

Has anybody ever added any gauge wheels to a NH 216 rake?  Ours has the factory ones, but they are too small.  If I can add others to it, it would save me from buying another rake.

 

Rodney

Gauge wheels on a NH 216

New 2016 Yanmars Coming Soon

Sneak Peak at the New 2016 Yanmar's

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Kubota

Going to buy a Kubota Rtv-x1100c cab,air,diesel utility vheicle.What are the pros and cons with the units.

Kubota

Hand Throttle Install RTV900

Ordered a Hand Throttle Kit thru Messick's last week. Installed it this morning. Took 20 minutes. Could do a second one in half that time. Pretty straight forward.

Kubota does a very good job of marketing option kits. They call them Whole Goods kits. And each has it's own specific number. If you spend some time on the Kubota.com parts site you can find the part number yourself, which is what I normally do. This kit was the 7th Whole Goods kit I have installed. I've never had a problem getting a bad kit. They always have had everything I needed and sometimes additional parts due to the kit fitting different models. The instruction sheet even has excellent photos to assist.

The Throttle Kit for the RTV900 is KTC-W/G-#V4241.

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Hay App

From AgWeb....

 

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Hay App

Grapalator-Accumagrapple a few threads. Little feedback

I've been looking into the idea of the Accumagrapple or the grapalator for our operation. I've read a few threads but so far, (a few) but not many have actual feedback from use. Some will not entertain the idea because of the dominancy in efficiency of a kuhns and such, and I understand that. But for the smaller scale producers, those aren't cost efficient. Any feedback from use welcome! Our main use would be for alfalfa and wheat straw.

Grapalator-Accumagrapple a few threads. Little feedback

RTV-X900 Instrument Cluster

On the 2015 RTV-X900, are the display lights for seatbelt and headlights supposed to illuminate during operation? The parking light and glow plug lights are working, yet I do not see the others come on at all. Thanks
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RTV-X900 Shift Lever

Just purchased a 2015 RTV-X900 new from the dealer. Great machine thus far. I wanted to know if other owners find it difficult to shift from Neutral to H or R gears? Many times the lever will not engage in either direction and I will need to tap the gas pedal or rock the RTV a bit. Thanks
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Videos on Alfalfa & Timothy in salty soils.

Texas Plant & Soil Lab has released its [obviously unscripted] 2015 Pacific Northwest Field Interviews Series which includes a video on recovering a hailed-out 3,000 acre alfalfa field with salty soil and a video on recovering a 30,000 acre alfalfa and timothy operation on salty soil.  These can be seen at http://ift.tt/1My2NFy below the map.  Enjoy.

Videos on Alfalfa & Timothy in salty soils.

Deere Purchases Precision Planting

Purchased from Monsanto.

 

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Deere Purchases Precision Planting

Paint?

Is there a spray can paint that matches the Charcoal Gray Kubota paint good enough to use for things like bed racks and such?

Paint?

Hesston 4570

If i have the serial number for a 4570 Hesston how can i find out what year it is? Thanks

Hesston 4570

Rebaling

anyone running a rebaling outfit and if so large square or rd bales. Looking at doing this for straw. Thanks!!

Rebaling

Screw it...............

.......because sometimes you just can't build everything so I bought these (4) for the 1" side rails to carry tools, mainly pole saws. Nice but spendy! That's ok they will come in handy

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Have you used a winter dealer equipment-service program?

What or why not?

 

What did you like about it or not like about it?

 

Would you recommend it?

Have you used a winter dealer equipment-service program?

CLAAS tractors

       I see Claas seems to try and sell the bigger tractors here but don't see any midsize or smaller tractors here in the USA .     I wonder why ?

CLAAS tractors

VSV Disease

Seems to be focused West of the Mississippi....for now.

 

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VSV Disease

2015 Alfalfa Stocks

By AgWeb from the USDA/NASS.

 

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2015 Alfalfa Stocks

barn door suggestions

  I have a hay barn that is one of those carports that they put up works good it is 12 feet tall and 24 feet wide and I put hay in it with my NH balewagon but I need to put some kind of door on the front of it and was thinking about putting a piece of pipe across the top and hanging a tarp from it and sliding it open like a shower curtain do yall think this will work? I am open for any suggestions  Thanks

barn door suggestions

Swather

Want to hear all the good bad and ugly about a New Holland 1499 Swather. Really don't want a pull type discbine for various reasons biggest being the lay and size of our fields don't lend its self to running much faster ground speed. Never had any problems with sickle mowers in the past. Just think the maneuvering ability and added width of a swather will overcome the slightly higher ground speed of a discbine in our situation.

Swather

Conveyor belt

I am thinking of using a conveyor belt to feed hay in my baler from my processor. Problem is I cant find any used conveyors any ideas?

Conveyor belt

I knew it..RUST!

It can be saved! I finally pulled out the plastic bed liner where I suspected moisture has been trapped since 2006. I have owned this for 2 months. It is a very sound RTV! Maintained well by the previous owners (a cemetery) who parked it indoors. I see why the new RTV's have eliminated the plastic bed liner.

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