Bought a JD 3020 this summer, no loader. Brother in law has a 175 sitting around. Has anyone ever mounted a 175 on a 3020? Know if it is even possible?
Loader help
Asphalt in Hay Barn
Hey guys, I've heard that asphalt would be the better choice when used in a hay barn as opposed to gravel or concrete.
Does anyone here have asphalt in their barn?
I was quoted a "base asphalt #57 mixture" and a "surface pavement mix" -- both are way cheaper than concrete -- not entirely sure the difference or what would be the best option, though.
Thanks in advance!
Asphalt in Hay Barn
Bale Processing rates
Installed a boiler for a guy to heat his horse barn of all things, check cleared so whatever.
Anyways, he’s looking for some round bales but wants me to run em thru my Jaylor 3650 then he’ll come and get em with a dump truck after being processed.
His son is looking to start breeding horses so they’ll be feeding more and he wants to try some before buying his own to grind/process on site. Guess it's the way all the large horse ranches in Mexico feed theirs, cuts waste down to about nil, just like with cattle.
Whats the going rate for processing bales?
Bale Processing rates
Really love my TV 900
dimanche 30 décembre 2018
A few days ago, the weather was forecast to be stormy so we were feeding early to beat the storms. The wind got up and you could feel the storm coming . Well the gate blew into the feed wagon as the tractor was pulling out past it so the gate got caught and was bent like an L. I should have been holding it but instead I was fishing limbs out of the culvert to avoid it being undermined by the expected floodwaters.
I looked at the bent gate and the 50 bulls there at the feed troughs . Then looked at the sky and the looming dark clouds . I knew I didn't have time the take the gate down and mash it down flat with the skid steer (at the barn) - it would take at least 30 plus minutes for that ... so I said "what do I do Lord " ? Right then I had the answer.. I pulled the 'bota to the bent place on the gate, put the brake on, and pulled and pushed with all my might. It was a light weight gate so I was blessed to have it closable right before the storm hit . The extreme weather alert had already gone off on my phone once as I started bending the gate back .... little did I know it would be another extreme alert going off less than 30 minutes later for a tornado. It was all done though and the gate was securely closed. Back at the barn the wind started making that eerie ominous howling so I looked around ,as I finished the bucket feeding under the barn, but saw nothing that looked like a tornado.. about that time I heard the distant CD sirens going off and the hard rain began and drowned out the siren.. My neighbor 2 miles down the road saw a funnel cloud but it never touched down. I was very grateful. collie
I looked at the bent gate and the 50 bulls there at the feed troughs . Then looked at the sky and the looming dark clouds . I knew I didn't have time the take the gate down and mash it down flat with the skid steer (at the barn) - it would take at least 30 plus minutes for that ... so I said "what do I do Lord " ? Right then I had the answer.. I pulled the 'bota to the bent place on the gate, put the brake on, and pulled and pushed with all my might. It was a light weight gate so I was blessed to have it closable right before the storm hit . The extreme weather alert had already gone off on my phone once as I started bending the gate back .... little did I know it would be another extreme alert going off less than 30 minutes later for a tornado. It was all done though and the gate was securely closed. Back at the barn the wind started making that eerie ominous howling so I looked around ,as I finished the bucket feeding under the barn, but saw nothing that looked like a tornado.. about that time I heard the distant CD sirens going off and the hard rain began and drowned out the siren.. My neighbor 2 miles down the road saw a funnel cloud but it never touched down. I was very grateful. collie
Really love my TV 900
Work light plug type on 2018 RTV-X100c
samedi 29 décembre 2018
Does anyone know what kind of plug is used for the work light wiring harness. I want to add a couple of LED flood lights on the front and back on my RTV, but I'm trying to figure out where I can get a plug so I can connect them to the factory wiring loom already in place. If anyone knows where I can get a plug I would appreciate it.
Thanks
Thanks
Work light plug type on 2018 RTV-X100c
New Idea 5209 Parts
vendredi 28 décembre 2018
Any problem getting parts for a New Idea 5209 disc mower conditioner? One for sale reasonably priced near me.
New Idea 5209 Parts
MFP payment
MFP payment
X1120 Owners - Check Door Latch Bolts
jeudi 27 décembre 2018
Worked our RTV X1120 pretty good today. In the process of closing he driver's door, found the latch had come loose. On closer inspection, an 11MM hex head bolt was laying in the floor of the RTV.
I reinstalled and snugged the bolt. Also snugged the other bolt and the two on the passenger door which were also loose.
These are the half doors and I have only seen them on the X1120. But if you have them on yours, you might check the door latch bolts.
If any of them come loose again, I will add a little blue thread lock.
Hope it helps.
I reinstalled and snugged the bolt. Also snugged the other bolt and the two on the passenger door which were also loose.
These are the half doors and I have only seen them on the X1120. But if you have them on yours, you might check the door latch bolts.
If any of them come loose again, I will add a little blue thread lock.
Hope it helps.
X1120 Owners - Check Door Latch Bolts
Teddy Bear Hay Fluffer
Hi
Has anyone used the teddy bear hay fluffer? It is hard to find out info about them because. They are made in Canada. The manufacture are Manonites and don't use computers. I called them and really want to try this machine. I cater to the horse hay market. Always use a tedder but really like the basket type but are way to slow. This machine has 6 bars so the ground speed has got to be way better. Plus more teeth.
Come on folks from Canada speak up you guys are using them.
Ok thanks
Hears what they look like if you don't know already.
https://www.agdealer.com/listings?q=Teddy+Bear+Hay+Fluffer
Teddy Bear Hay Fluffer
Some New Holland 560 Round Baler Problems
Some New Holland 560 Round Baler Problems
Alfalfa-Grass Results Differ By Region.
Progressive Forage Grower.
Regards, Mike
Alfalfa-Grass Results Differ By Region.
Help needed please
mercredi 26 décembre 2018
Hi i am thinking of buying a one way plough a Chamberlain or international, i have spoken to various people some say they are fantastic some say there no good, i have ploughed a paddock with a moldboard plough but i need something to chop all the clumps up.is it worth buying a one way plough Thank you.
Help needed please
New Idea 3715 Spreader RX
I have a NI 3715 spreader bought new I think in 03. So it has a solid 15 years with non-stop contact with horse manure and sawdust. Parked in a pit with a roof and 2 sides so not a lot of saturation of the manure other than what is in the bedding. Had galvanized sidewalls and HDPE floor. Just putting my 3rd or 4th apron chain it it and see that the chain rub rail at the bed is starting to go. One spot showing the floor but other areas still have a fair thickness left on the rail.
My question- has anyone been successful in adding a new rail? There is not enough competence in the existing rail to weld to so I would have to put some type of angle in and bolt to the side wall. It is not replaceable by itself, it was formed into the sidewall. If not that approach, what other would you suggest I look at? I know going to the spreader store is painful and I dump it now anyway since I have lost my place to spread it. If I replaced it I would get a dump trailer with a spray in bed liner.
New Idea 3715 Spreader RX
No-depreciation cow-calf operation
I don't know if this has been discussed here, but I found this article interesting. What are your thoughts?
https://www.farmprogress.com/marketing/consider-no-depreciation-cow-calf-operation
No-depreciation cow-calf operation
Farmhand video
Just noticed this cool old Farmhand video from the 50s or 60s on youtube. Some basic information for anyone considering one on there.
Farmhand video
Covering equipment with tarp
dimanche 23 décembre 2018
The Haybine is in near mint condition and the paint is glossy and nearly flawless. I’ve covered it up with a heavy duty tarp to protect from fading and any snow/moisture that could blow in.
But the question on my mind...does covering equipment with a tarp make it rust by TRAPPING moisture?
The tarp sits on the Haybine loosely. It’s only strapped on at the tongue hitch, and there’s a 2x4 laying on top of the Haybine to hold the tarp down on the back. I figure with the reel sticking up it makes a Trent and still allows for enough airspace underneath.
But wonder if anybody here has had any problems with tarped equipment.
Covering equipment with tarp
Coastal Bermuda time table and treatments needed
samedi 22 décembre 2018
Know the time of the year you do something in your area will vary compared to another area and maybe some things are needed in one area and not another but trying to develop game plan and time table for my coastal bermuda to have a great crop. Do have vassey grass which am getting some control. Crop has produce three cuttings of about 60 bales (square) per acre per cutting. This week saw the last of it sold. We have gotten good reviews of the hay.
Do you burn your fields off and if so the benefits.
What do you spray for before it begins to green up?
When do you apply fertilizer?
When do you apply nitrogen?
When do you apply lime and have you used Bio Liquid Calcium?
Do you subsoil your fields and if so when do you?
Weed killer you like and any you may not impressed with.
How do you patrol for insects?
Any suggestion you have is appreciated. You have really helped me a lot and it has been appreciated greatly. Thank each of you very much. Kenneth
Coastal Bermuda time table and treatments needed
Harvesttech H2O precision moisture meter?
Harvesttech H2O precision moisture meter?
More dairy farms
vendredi 21 décembre 2018
Interesting read but sad for sure.
More dairy farms
Newbie Diesel Cold Weather Questionms
Well, guys, at the ripe oid age of 62, I have acquired my first diesel-engined vehicle, my new Kubota RTV-X1100C. It's a great machine and I love it, but I'm beginning to think that many years of owning gas-engined vehicles has left me unprepared for coping with a diesel in cold weather.
I live in northern MIchigan, and although our proximity to Lake Michigan helps moderate the the weather here, it still gets cold. We'll have a lot of 0*F nights and 20 below isn't unusual.
Many of those cold mornings will also see us blessed with a nice heavy dump of lake effect snow, so I need to get out and clear my 1000' long private road. Up to this point, I've done that work with a John Deere Gator (gas EFI, instant starts no matter how cold) and a John Deere X739 garden Tractor (gas EFI, slow to start, terrible snowblower).
I've never had a diesel, though, and I think I had better plan ahead. What do you guys who deal with deep cold do to keep your diesels ready to go? Oil pan heater? Block Heater? Anti-Gel? #1 diesel fuel?
My Kubota is stored in an unheated shed that I built a few years ago. I suppose I could throw a heater in there, but it has board-and-batten siding on post frame construction, so it's neither air-tight nor easily insulated.
If worse came to worse and a blizzard was on the way on some frigid night, I guess I could park the Kubota in my 2 car insulated garage. It's an attached garage, though, and the idea of letting it spew out diesel exhaust into the house for 10 or 15 minutes while it warms up on some cold morning is less than appealing. The best thing would definitely be to leave it in the shed. I know my wife sure wouldn't enjoy the smell of diesel exhaust in the house.
So can I get by with an oil pan heater and careful use of the glow plugs -- or do I need to make other preparations?
Thanks!
I live in northern MIchigan, and although our proximity to Lake Michigan helps moderate the the weather here, it still gets cold. We'll have a lot of 0*F nights and 20 below isn't unusual.
Many of those cold mornings will also see us blessed with a nice heavy dump of lake effect snow, so I need to get out and clear my 1000' long private road. Up to this point, I've done that work with a John Deere Gator (gas EFI, instant starts no matter how cold) and a John Deere X739 garden Tractor (gas EFI, slow to start, terrible snowblower).
I've never had a diesel, though, and I think I had better plan ahead. What do you guys who deal with deep cold do to keep your diesels ready to go? Oil pan heater? Block Heater? Anti-Gel? #1 diesel fuel?
My Kubota is stored in an unheated shed that I built a few years ago. I suppose I could throw a heater in there, but it has board-and-batten siding on post frame construction, so it's neither air-tight nor easily insulated.
If worse came to worse and a blizzard was on the way on some frigid night, I guess I could park the Kubota in my 2 car insulated garage. It's an attached garage, though, and the idea of letting it spew out diesel exhaust into the house for 10 or 15 minutes while it warms up on some cold morning is less than appealing. The best thing would definitely be to leave it in the shed. I know my wife sure wouldn't enjoy the smell of diesel exhaust in the house.
So can I get by with an oil pan heater and careful use of the glow plugs -- or do I need to make other preparations?
Thanks!
Newbie Diesel Cold Weather Questionms
Best Review Yet for Kubota 850 Sidekick
By best, I'm meaning most informative. Here is a link to the review:
https://opereviews.com/heavy-machine...g850-sidekick/
After reading this review I am much more impressed with the Kubota team for adding the 850 sidekick to their RTV lineup.
This new RTV will go up to 40mph without the need to stop and shift from H to L when you encounter a hill. The frustration with the stopping and shifting along with the top speed of just 25mph for the RTV 900 was the reason I decided to add a Honda Pioneer 1000 to our stable. The Kubota Sidekick will compete with the Honda Pioneer and Polaris General for work / play UTV options. It makes me wonder about how long Kubota will produce both the RTV 900 and the RTV 850.
If I was in the market for another UTV / RTV machine I would be giving the Kubota 850 Sidekick a very very hard look.
https://opereviews.com/heavy-machine...g850-sidekick/
After reading this review I am much more impressed with the Kubota team for adding the 850 sidekick to their RTV lineup.
This new RTV will go up to 40mph without the need to stop and shift from H to L when you encounter a hill. The frustration with the stopping and shifting along with the top speed of just 25mph for the RTV 900 was the reason I decided to add a Honda Pioneer 1000 to our stable. The Kubota Sidekick will compete with the Honda Pioneer and Polaris General for work / play UTV options. It makes me wonder about how long Kubota will produce both the RTV 900 and the RTV 850.
If I was in the market for another UTV / RTV machine I would be giving the Kubota 850 Sidekick a very very hard look.
Best Review Yet for Kubota 850 Sidekick
Antibiotics
jeudi 20 décembre 2018
Antibiotics
Kolpin Switchblade snowplow ......?
Hi guys. New to the group. Does anyone know if a Kolpin Switchblade snowplow will fit my 2016 RTV900? Sam's Club has them on sale, and for the small amount of snow I push, I thought it would be OK. I called Kolpin tech and they have no idea. Thanks in advance for any input.
Kolpin Switchblade snowplow ......?
Mini square bales
Anyone here tried making and selling the mini squares? I am wondering how the Messick mini balers perform. Also is there a good market for the mini's .
Mini square bales
Wanted right hand door for 2017 X1100C
mercredi 19 décembre 2018
Need right hand door for 2017 X1100c
Wanted right hand door for 2017 X1100C
Flood lights
Flood lights
GC 2400Massy Ferguson
I keep having the 40 amp fuse blowing, can't find any broken wire. Any ideas?
GC 2400Massy Ferguson
Curtis Plow Instructions? (1UTVP)
I just bought a new 1100C with Kubota's 72" straight plow (72" XTRA DUTY FRONT BLADE W/ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC LIFT AND ANGLE) and I wonder if anyone here could answer a few questions for me. It's painted orange, of course, but it's clearly this Curtis plow: https://curtisindustries.net/product...ulic-utv-plow/
The only "manual" it came with is the same one on the Curtis website, basically instructions to the dealer on how to assemble and install it. There's nothing oriented toward the end user. So I'm wondering:
1) How the heck do I put it in float mode? On my old JD X739, you'd just push past the "downforce" point on the applicable hydraulic lever, feel a click, and downforce would release, putting it in Float. Here, though, there's no release if you keep your thumb on the Down button. What am I missing?
2) When spring comes and it's time to take the plow off, is removal as simple as it appears -- just unplugging one electrical cable, removing the pin from the 2" receiver and backing away? Is the plow truly self-contained, no other connections to the vehicle?
3) Have any of you mounted that controller in a fixed position somewhere in the cab? My old Gator had a dash-mounted joystick for the "PowerTach" plow and I liked that setup better than the hand-held controller in my new 1100C. Of course, with the Gator's lack of power steering, I absolutely NEEDED two hands to crank the wheel around so the fixed joystick was essential. The Kubota's power steering is a real treat in comparison.
Thanks in advance for your guidance!~
The only "manual" it came with is the same one on the Curtis website, basically instructions to the dealer on how to assemble and install it. There's nothing oriented toward the end user. So I'm wondering:
1) How the heck do I put it in float mode? On my old JD X739, you'd just push past the "downforce" point on the applicable hydraulic lever, feel a click, and downforce would release, putting it in Float. Here, though, there's no release if you keep your thumb on the Down button. What am I missing?
2) When spring comes and it's time to take the plow off, is removal as simple as it appears -- just unplugging one electrical cable, removing the pin from the 2" receiver and backing away? Is the plow truly self-contained, no other connections to the vehicle?
3) Have any of you mounted that controller in a fixed position somewhere in the cab? My old Gator had a dash-mounted joystick for the "PowerTach" plow and I liked that setup better than the hand-held controller in my new 1100C. Of course, with the Gator's lack of power steering, I absolutely NEEDED two hands to crank the wheel around so the fixed joystick was essential. The Kubota's power steering is a real treat in comparison.
Thanks in advance for your guidance!~
Curtis Plow Instructions? (1UTVP)
For You Square Baler Folks w-Kickers...
This is a series of videos we took baling hay in 2018. First year with the #42 Ejector (pan kicker), so a few bales went over the sides and back... 2018 was a most difficult haying season with all the rain we had and in the video you will see ragged cut grass that was from lodging. We used a John Deere 5055d tractor, JD 348 baler and JD 42 pan kicker - or ejector as Deere calls it. The hay is timothy.
I appreciate everyone's answers to my questions throughout 2018 and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Bill
For You Square Baler Folks w-Kickers...
New Holland Big Baler 340
mardi 18 décembre 2018
Looking to add another baler to the fleet. Currently have a MF 2170 that has been a fantastic baler. Looking around I can see that I could buy a NH BB340 use for a lot less money. Even more so if I buy on a auction. The question though is would I be happy with the NH? I am only baling alfalfa and dealer support is the same either way.
New Holland Big Baler 340
Running Camso T4s tracks on 2018 RTV-X100c
I’m curious if people running Camso (Camplast) T4s on their RTV-X100c have had any issues? I’m looking to buy a pair of used tracks and the 4S1 model just aren’t available used. Camso states that they T4s won’t fit/work, but I see them on peoples UTVs. I’m curious about issues and wear considering the RTV-X100c is so heavy and the T4s are light weight and shorter compared to the 4S1.
Thanks
Chris
Thanks
Chris
Running Camso T4s tracks on 2018 RTV-X100c
Greetings from northern Michigan
Hi guys,
Thanks for letting me join this forum. I just bought a new Kubota RTV-X1100C with the Kubota 72" straight plow (72" XTRA DUTY FRONT BLADE W/ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC LIFT AND ANGLE).
My main task here in the land of lake effect snow is to clear a 1000' long private road. I'm replacing a John Deere X739 that I was less than thrilled with - very, very wimpy snowblower. Before that, I had a John Deere Gator 620i XUV that I really liked, but the Kubota is far more sophisticated than my old Gator.
I'm sure I'll draw upon your collective expertise quite a bit, but for now I just wanted to say Hi!
Thanks for letting me join this forum. I just bought a new Kubota RTV-X1100C with the Kubota 72" straight plow (72" XTRA DUTY FRONT BLADE W/ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC LIFT AND ANGLE).
My main task here in the land of lake effect snow is to clear a 1000' long private road. I'm replacing a John Deere X739 that I was less than thrilled with - very, very wimpy snowblower. Before that, I had a John Deere Gator 620i XUV that I really liked, but the Kubota is far more sophisticated than my old Gator.
I'm sure I'll draw upon your collective expertise quite a bit, but for now I just wanted to say Hi!
Greetings from northern Michigan
Forage Trends.
Some behind the scene drivers in the forage industry. By Progressive Forage Growers Lynn Jaynes.
Regards, Mike
https://www.progressiveforage.com/blogs/editors-notes/behind-the-scenes-trends-driving-forage
Forage Trends.
Baled Corn Residue(Stalks).
From Progressive Forage Grower.
Regards, Mike
Baled Corn Residue(Stalks).
Bermuda Grass
A historical look over the last 75 years into the development of this Southern grass.
Regards, Mike
Bermuda Grass
Any tip/tricks to replacing a neutral safety switch?
lundi 17 décembre 2018
Looks like the neutral safety switch on my x1120d is just threaded in. Any surprises, or is it straightforward? Thanks.
Any tip/tricks to replacing a neutral safety switch?
Grinder mixer excessive dust.
Grinder mixer excessive dust.
Buhler round baler ?
samedi 15 décembre 2018
Buhler round baler ?
Tiny House Living
After two years of battling cancer, and still battling it, it has really taken a toll on us financially. We are still above water, but used a lot of resourses to do it: selling off the equipment, woodlot, sheep, and soon...one of our houses.
The woodlot was cut by a logger who stole the wood; 75 tractor trailer loads. That went to court, but he was handed down a deferred sentence. The restitution is $1800 a month, and a $2000 fine if he pays me per month after Feb 26th 2019, or $200 fine if I am paid in full before that date. He just had all his eqipment repossed by the bank, so I suspect he will be going to jail soon (he has a serious gambling problem) and just do not see him paying me $1800 a month after Feb even.
But when some people from church wanted to rent our home, we thought it would be a good idea to make money on that house (2500 sq ft @ $1000 a month), so we spent $1800, and 5 weeks of working on this Tiny House and moved in. We actually like Tiny House living. before everyone was so spread out, but now we are forced to be a family! The house has lower costs all in all, and while it has a long way to go before it is really how we want it, it is getting there.
About the toughest thing has been for Katie and I. The girls initially did not want to move here, so we told them they could each have their own rooms. This is a four bedroom house, and while TINY rooms, there was (4) bedrooms, where as our old house had only (3) bedrooms. But if you do the math on that, it does not work out well; (4) daughters and a (4) bedroom house...it means Katie and I sleep on the couch/floor. We want to keep this houses small size, so we will have to be creative in doing that, but that is our goal; to stay living Tiny House style.
The house was in rough shape. We stripped it right back to the studs, replacing the sheathing, studs, clapboards, while adding wiring (it essentially had none), adding insulation (it also had NONE), then replaced the wallboard. We also swapped the physical locations of the living room and kitchen, made the bathroom bigger, and brought everything out of the basement like the cold water and hot water tanks. We also jacked the house up, and stiffened the second floor stringers because they were only 2x5's spanning 18 feet, 2 feet on center. Sagging 4 inches, we jacked a few inches out of them, and sistered on new stringers. Having a sawmill helped of course, in getting the costs down, and the strange lumber sizes made.
Sadly, the people from church signed the rental agreement, and then realized how much a 2500 sq ft home costs to heat, and bowed out. It kind of sucked as we already had moved, but now we are thinking about just selling the other place. We own it outright, so the extra money would be nice.
Tiny House Living
Hay Field Tree Leaf Removal
vendredi 14 décembre 2018
Tree leaves around our hay fields have always been a problem and especially problematic on newly sown fields. A couple of years Jeff used the hay rake and then rolled them (small rolls/no twine) and dumped them in back in the woods. Had been following past discussions on here about blowers and finally that project made the top of the list this fall. Was going to post on one of the original threads but didn't want to go to that much trouble to find them again 
.
Tried uploading the little video on here but even edited down it wouldn't work so here is a link that hopefully will work.
Shelia
https://www.facebook.com/shelia.furlong/videos/1955229614546925/
this one is in a reply in the comments
https://www.facebook.com/shelia.furlong/posts/2108881952757476:16
Hay Field Tree Leaf Removal
Some issues with new 835M Gator
Well I had a few issues with my 835M
1. Seal on front axle leaking
2. Rear box wouldn't lift - powered box
3. Wouldn't start
First I want to say this machine has been great, glad I bought it. Sloan Equipment has been great, they will come pick up the vehicle (60 miles away) and take care of problems.
Dealer is fixing issues
1. Seals are being replaced now
2. Connection at lift mechanism came loose - fixed
3. Main Ground wire came loose from connector - fixed
Just wanted to let you guys know if you have the same issues. Overall great vehicle, would buy again.
1. Seal on front axle leaking
2. Rear box wouldn't lift - powered box
3. Wouldn't start
First I want to say this machine has been great, glad I bought it. Sloan Equipment has been great, they will come pick up the vehicle (60 miles away) and take care of problems.
Dealer is fixing issues
1. Seals are being replaced now
2. Connection at lift mechanism came loose - fixed
3. Main Ground wire came loose from connector - fixed
Just wanted to let you guys know if you have the same issues. Overall great vehicle, would buy again.
Some issues with new 835M Gator
Boss V Blade Experiment
jeudi 13 décembre 2018
The past few years here in sw pa has seen milder than usual winters and the ground has not frozen solid. So, whenever I clear the snow from our gravel driveway, I end up plowing gravel also. Shoes on the blade just dig in as well.
I had heard on the Forum where a pipe on the bottom of the blade might help. So, I had to try it. I will post a series of photos explaining how did it. Others with more skill or better tools could do a better job I'm sure.
An arrangement to hold the 3/4" x 36" pipe to cut a 1/4" slot length-wise.
I had heard on the Forum where a pipe on the bottom of the blade might help. So, I had to try it. I will post a series of photos explaining how did it. Others with more skill or better tools could do a better job I'm sure.
An arrangement to hold the 3/4" x 36" pipe to cut a 1/4" slot length-wise.
Boss V Blade Experiment
creeping alfalfa and Vernal
I interseed my pastures with my no till drill. First does creeping alfalfa actually creep and increase in density? Second; Vernal alfalfa was what we planted years ago and it does sell for less. Anyone have any recent experience with vernal for hay and especially for interseeding. thanks
creeping alfalfa and Vernal
Short term cows
What is your view on buying short term cows. I am going to look as 35 head of probably 8 or 9 year old cows on Saturday. These cows have been run on the Red Desert of Wyoming; I will be putting my cows on irrigated pasture next summer, so I will have soft feed for them to eat. He is asking 900 per head, but I was thinking starting at 750, but not going over 30k. I would like some opinions here,
Thanks in advance.
Jay
Short term cows
Self propelled swather tires
Self propelled swather tires
Jenny Pictures
No, my wife is named Katie, I was talking about generator pictures.
There was a good discussion going on the Shout Out Boxes, so I thought I would start the conversation here, mostly to show how Iet my PTO Jenny up for quick use.
Mine is a 20 KW PTO generator, sitting in its own dog house and hard-wired right into the house. It is not as good as a backup generator that comes on automatically, but in 10 minutes can be in service. It can also power up my whole house as well with clean power. I had it given to me, but it needed cleaning up, paint and a PTO shaft, so in all it cost me $300 for it. As for fuel, I have 275 gallons of diesel fuel on hand for emergency use, allowing me 21 days of run-time. The longest our power has been out is 14 consecutive days.
It is not as good as a standby back up generator, but PTO's give pretty good KWs per dollar spent.
Jenny Pictures
Sidekick Incentives
mercredi 12 décembre 2018
For any of you on the fence about the new Kubota Sidekick, I just noticed this on the Kubota USA site.
KUBOTA RTV-XG850 SERIES - NEW PURCHASE SPECIAL OFFERS—
0% A.P.R. for up to 48 Months on your new RTV-XG850 Series RTV!
(offer ends 12/31/2018)
•0% A.P.R. for 48 Months with 0% Down
OR
•1.99% A.P.R. for 60 Months with 0% Down
OR
•$750 Instant Rebate for Cash or Standard Rate Financing
KUBOTA RTV-XG850 SERIES - NEW PURCHASE SPECIAL OFFERS—
0% A.P.R. for up to 48 Months on your new RTV-XG850 Series RTV!
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Clover vs Alfalfa Leaf Shatter and Dry Down
In our cattle days, we use to have red clover everywhere. It seemed hardy and required near zero maintenance - as I recall. When I started making squares for horses, we got some dusty hay I believe due to the clover. This was pre-mower conditioner and buffered propionic acid days. We do not have any clover in our main hay fields anymore - straight Timothy.
If I find that this clover (and Timothy) make and give some opportunity to make a little hay and revenue, I’m inclined to bale it.
Question - what is red clover leaf shatter like vs alfalfa? For some reason I’m thinking red clover is pretty tough as compared? How is dry down compared to Alfalfa?
Would be using an impeller mower conditioner. Not really interested in raising Alfalfa and the headaches that come with it - yet.
Thanks!
Bill
Clover vs Alfalfa Leaf Shatter and Dry Down
Pounding Sawed Posts
I typically use round pressure treated posts and pound them in with our tractor mounted pounder. I had some locust trees come down in a storm and I am considering getting some square posts sawed out of the trunks. Has anyone pounded posts like this in? I am wondering if the post will split under the pounding pressure if the grain isn't 100% straight. I detest digging post holes and tamping posts so I really don't want to go that route.
If pounding woulding work my neighbor has a skidsteer mounted auger. I was wondering if I could use the auger and make a hole but not pull the dirt out of the hole. Just loosen it all up, then pound the post into the loose dirt. Anyone ever try that?
Pounding Sawed Posts
Is X1100 Heating/Cooling as good as auto?
mardi 11 décembre 2018
Is the heating and cooling within the X1100 as good as your car or truck?
We are thinking about one. We love our X1120 but we have missed many productive days in the field because it was too hot or cold or raining.
And while the X1100 won't help keep the rain etc off you while you are working, it gives some shelter out of the elements.
Thoughts?
We are thinking about one. We love our X1120 but we have missed many productive days in the field because it was too hot or cold or raining.
And while the X1100 won't help keep the rain etc off you while you are working, it gives some shelter out of the elements.
Thoughts?
Is X1100 Heating/Cooling as good as auto?
Lelly Welger baler.
Lelly Welger baler.
RTV 900 transmission filter differences
In using aftermarket filters marked by numbers, rather than colors, I may have criss-crossed my filters(suction to the topside). However, my transmission seems to work just fine. Should I be concerned and switch them. Does it really make any difference?
RTV 900 transmission filter differences
Added lights to gator 835M Gator last weekend
Added work and hazard lights to Gator last weekend. Cost me around 120-130.00 for lights and relay. Believe I would of spent 700-800 for factory lights and a beacon light. Beacon light wouldn't clear my garage door so that was out. Lights I bought have 2 rows of leds, one is regular lights and the other row is amber lights, ran 2 rows off of 2 switches. Work real good so far. Will be good for snow plowing and general driving on the country roads.
Added lights to gator 835M Gator last weekend
December Hay Market Insights.
lundi 10 décembre 2018
From Progressive Forage Grower. It's been about 6 months ago when several producers in the Northeast were complaining about low prices and low demand of small squares. My how a few months can change the game.
Regards, Mike
December Hay Market Insights.
December Hay Market Insights.
From Progressive Forage Grower. It's been about 6 months ago when several producers in the Northeast were complaining about low prices and low demand of small squares. My how a few months can change the game.
Regards, Mike
December Hay Market Insights.
Tool organization
dimanche 9 décembre 2018
Tool organization
Rotary rake tine arm seal leak?
samedi 8 décembre 2018
I have a fair amount of grease and crud on the tine arms on my rotary rake (Miller Pro 900). There's some on the underside of some arms and a little bit around where each arm bolts to the gear box. I checked the gear oil level throughout the season and it wasn't low.
Referring to page 24 and 25 of the parts manual, I'm wondering if it would be the arm gaskets (#28), potentially the oil seal (#32) on the arm, or #18 oil seal.
Now that I think about it, when I received the rake the arms had been removed, and when I was reinstalling the arms I don't recall any #32 seal being there, just the big washer, so maybe the seals ripped apart when they removed the arms. But that doesn't look to be where the oil is coming from.
http://www.artsway-ag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/MP17.00668-900-IPL.pdf
What do you think?
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Rotary rake tine arm seal leak?
Disc Mower Conditioner vs Ground Speed vs Quality of Cut???
Just curious.
Thanks!
Bill
Disc Mower Conditioner vs Ground Speed vs Quality of Cut???
Taking a dozer apart
A friend of mine has I think bought a D8 somewhere near Indiana Pa and he was looking for someone that could remove the blade to get it ready for transport. I guess he's trying to avoid making the trip there just for that. I was wondering if any of you guys in Pa would know or know of anybody that would be capable of doing that.
Thanks
Taking a dozer apart
Small square bales
Small square bales
Time to replace the front axle RTV900
vendredi 7 décembre 2018
Well....my '04 RTV900 is in need of a new front axle after I noticed the boot has busted in half. I can't complain as she is 14 years old and not had any major issues.
My question is that which axle to buy? They are so cheap that it doesn't make sense to repair the boot alone. I see them on eBay from $60 for a Caltric brand to $104 for an American CV. They all have a 5 star rating. Forget about going to the dealer for a price.
So....would you gamble on the cheap one? Has anyone bought from eBay and what are your thoughts?
My question is that which axle to buy? They are so cheap that it doesn't make sense to repair the boot alone. I see them on eBay from $60 for a Caltric brand to $104 for an American CV. They all have a 5 star rating. Forget about going to the dealer for a price.
So....would you gamble on the cheap one? Has anyone bought from eBay and what are your thoughts?
Time to replace the front axle RTV900
NH 275 hay knives adjustment
jeudi 6 décembre 2018
I noticed ragged bales while baling Tully grass (stalky) and removed the knives to sharpen them as they were very blunt.
After replacing, I found the gap between the knives to be about 1/4”!
Before I go adding shims, I was going to adjust the bearings in case of a clash.
The manual is contradictory though saying “Bearing 6, figure 32, can be moved sideways to center it on rail B, Figure 30, by loosening the wrist pin set screws and sliding the wrist pin to the left or to the right as required.
Bearings 1, 4, and 5, Figure 31 and bearing 6, Figure 32, are not adjustable”
Seems bearing 6 leads a double life.
Could someone please help with adjustment in beginner terms?
NH 275 hay knives adjustment
Record Keeping
I have leased some pasture for next year, and now with the added space I am going to increase my numbers. I am currently using a spreadsheet, but I really don't like how I have it set up. I need something better to keep track of all my cows. Is there any good software out there? or maybe a good spreadsheet template that you don't mind sharing. There has to be something better than what I have now.
Record Keeping
Planted ryegrass
Coop told him a no till drill cant plant ryegrass seed at 1/2 inch deep.
Lastyear i had prepaired the seedbed and where i planted 1/2 inch deeo it worked better becuase i had a little moisture deeper to getit going. Rest didnt come up till a month later when we got a rain. So this year i was think8ng out it in half inch down so the rain wouldnt wash it away.
Thoughts?
Planted ryegrass
What is your cost of production?
Working on some year end business, its always interesting to figure cost of production. Whether its straight alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, straight grass, or somewhere in between, what is your cost of production per ton? I am always amazed at what it ACTUALLY costs to produce a ton of hay. I realize there is differences in quality, and that adds or detracts a little from cost of production. After I had to sell the cows, I figured my CoP per pound of beef, I was amazed where i could have changed management practices and made a big difference. Our corn/soybean CoP isnt totally done yet as we just finished harvest last tuesday. Insurance hasnt gotten back to us on total payment.
Im not totally done doing the math yet, so I will add mine when I get to that point.
What is your cost of production?
Portable gas air compressor
I need on board air, but won't buy another gas compressor until I can keep it stored in a tool box.
My truck underbody boxes are 3x2x2. The only gas powered unit I can find that will fit in tool box is a Rolair GD4000PV5H. Very good quality compressors. Smaller pancake tank and Honda motor. Another nice thing: The pull cord it situated where if I drop the underbody box lid down, I can pull start it. It will live much longer in the shelter of a tool box/doghouse. If I want to take it out of the box, it's light and at a height that's easy to unload/load.
Problem is, this little compressor it really expensive for its size. Best price I can find is $749. Used units don't exist. However, I found a "new" one on EBay for $375 (shipping included). Seller claims they bought it, new in box, but it won't start. They say it has spark and that's about it. Seller has 100% reputation.
Any ideas what could be wrong with it?
Also wonder why the seller didn't return it to Rolair for warranty repair? (Asked them same, waiting on reply)
I'm in at $375, but thought I'd see what you, the experts, think about it.
https://www.ebay.com/p/Rolair-GD4000PV5H-4-5-Gallon-Pancake-Air-Compressor/2256270242?iid=264071991306&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20131231084308%26meid%3D5fd561b4212d4021ad7712084dcc0bd4%26pid%3D100010%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D323578282810%26itm%3D264071991306&_trksid=p2047675.c100010.m2109
Portable gas air compressor
The search is over
mercredi 5 décembre 2018
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The search is over
Solar farm
Solar farm
Choosing Grasses.
Select the best type to fit your region and management. Progressive Forage Grower.
Regards, Mike
Choosing Grasses.
Smart Sprayer Shows Promise.
Ag-Fax. 2018 test results on cotton and beans......with plans to expand on additional crops.
Regards, Mike
Smart Sprayer Shows Promise.
Yet Another Late Season Hay Question
Going to have a 7 day window of rain/snow free weather and contemplating wrapping some hay. This hay is timothy, orchard, and smooth brome and has been through several deep freezes and thaw cycles.
Is it worth it??
99% would be sold and what I don't want is bales of slime. Have never made hay like this so if nobody else has I may just do a few bales and feed myself and see what the results are.
Plan would be to mow everything Sunday and bale Mon.-Thursday. Temps are in upper teens at night with 32 being the highs. Should be just cold enough to put a crust on the ground to minimize making ruts.
Would not be thinking of doing this but need the income from sales and I am predicting it will sell decently. Earlier this fall already had an inquiry for semi loads of baleage for spring.
Yet Another Late Season Hay Question
Parts counter advice?
mardi 4 décembre 2018
So our parts guy had surgery today and will be gone for probably 6 weeks, most of that time I will be the only one there that knows how to run the system (and I don't know as much as I'd like) , so I'm just asking for any helpful tips from the guys that have been in this much longer than me.
Parts counter advice?
New Kid on The Block
As the owner of a Bobcat Tractor I wasn't too surprised to see they are challenging Kubota & Deere
https://www.bobcat.com/utility-produ.../3600/features
https://www.bobcat.com/utility-produ.../3600/features
New Kid on The Block
Need loader
lundi 3 décembre 2018
Need a loader for our IH574, anyone know what models will fit?
Thanks
Need loader
Backhoe Attachments
dimanche 2 décembre 2018
When buying a new tractor, instead of buying a backhoe attachment, why not buy a good used 2 or 4 wheel drive backhoe? Something you will not have to worry about breaking, something that was designed from the ground up to be a backhoe.
This is just one of several auction sites that sell farm machinery
https://www.machinerytrader.com/list...er=2&scf=False
This is just one of several auction sites that sell farm machinery
https://www.machinerytrader.com/list...er=2&scf=False
Backhoe Attachments
? for Gearclash
When you mentioned the dealers changed the timing of the stuffer, I became curious as to what they could change. The only part I could see that could possibly be changed was the augers bolted to the stuffer. I am attaching a file showing the auger and stuffer from a 560. The way the machines come from the factory is with the end of the auger in alignment with the first stuffer finger. If your stuffer is not like that, could you take a photo of the stuffer auger in relation to the stuffer. Thanks
Microsoft Word - Stuffer.pdf 59.72KB 3 downloads
? for Gearclash
What's the scoop on hay tarps?
samedi 1 décembre 2018
What's the scoop on hay tarps?
tractor mounted backhoes
I found this on a facebook forum.
It backs up what I've always heard and believed
If you need a backhoe there are lots of used 2 wheel drive gas & diesel on the market that are dirt cheap
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...04377243218384
It backs up what I've always heard and believed
If you need a backhoe there are lots of used 2 wheel drive gas & diesel on the market that are dirt cheap
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...04377243218384
tractor mounted backhoes
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