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    magnetic block heater

    I would say there is a 'huge' difference between a rebuilt factory starter and a new gear reduction starter.
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    Hay Equipment question

    Agree. I have had three Krone’s over the years (one 8’ & two 9’) and they were great machines. They definitely take more horsepower than the 10’ Kuhn I run now but they were super reliable.
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    Hay Equipment question

    Was it the exact same failure the 2nd time?
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    Hay Equipment question

    ++++1 I have cut all three ways. 3-point disc mower, trailing mower/conditioner, and docs mower on a caddy. If you do not meds a conditioner, a disc mower on a caddy is by far the most flexible, mobile way to go. If you have to travel from field they are quicker. I would say as long as you are...
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    Tips Clearing a Plugged Round Baler?

    I do something similar. I have cut across the pickup between a row of teeth to break up the hay with decent success. If that doesn’t work I open the gate.
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    Open loop /closed loop question.

    This. The flow RANGE on the rock drill is only 7-9gpm. Assuming the skid steer is high flow, it is mostly deadheading. This is really hard on the pump. I would think you could hear some of this when operating the drill (but not actually drilling). It would take some additional plumbing and...
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    Circular Saw

    I agree with others; I would be hesitant of buying a used power tool. If I knew the previous owner and how it had been used, maybe. But what are you really asking? Corded or cordless? Buying anything cordless used is a greater risk because of the battery. And battery amp/hour is a whole other...
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    Husqvarna chainsaw

    The best all around saw I have ever ran is my Stihl 280 woodboss. Good power and size. We had a Husky 460 at one farm for a short time before is 'mysteriously' disappeared. I did not have it long enough to make an informed decision but I would think it is a good saw for small to medium general...
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    Net Wrap on an "I" Series Vermeer Baler?

    I have a 504 Super "I" that is in very good condition and makes a good bale. I have been very proactive in maintaining and upgrading the baler since I purchased it about 3 years ago and feel like it is better than when it was new. At least as good as new. It has the equal fill/auto tie monitor...
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    Tractor Colors

    I agree it is a Very silly question. The majority of people buy based on their local support/dealerships. It is really that simple. I own red, blue and orange, for the absolute zero that it matters.
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    rock picker

    Haha! That made me laugh! I looked at Shulte's rock pickers on their website. I would love to have ground that level to need a machine like that. My old skid steer and rock hound picker does the job on our small TN hayfields but you have to dump into piles or have something running with you to...
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    Twisting Vermeer Super I belts

    I am pretty sure I remember seeing an add-on or kit in one of my Super I manuals that you need to run twisted belts. I think it helps the 6" belts track with the twist in them. I cut my belts the same length and run without the twist. I have the 'beep' on the equal fill monitor turned on to...
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    vermeer baler question

    I agree, I can't say I have seen a XL baler without a monitor. But a limit switch and an indicator would be way cheaper than replacing the missing monitor, even assuming the baler side cable and components were all working. Do you know if an XL uses reed switches like my I or something...
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    Roller chain

    Diamond, Peer, or Allied brands are the best in my opinion. I am not certain what brand(s) Shoup sells. And there is a Big difference in H rated chain vs. regular chain.
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    rock picker

    I have used a rockhound on a skid steer; they are Slow but leave good ground. How perfect are you looking for?
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    Air Compressor won’t stay running

    You say it runs better cold? Does it run well until the engine gets good and hot? If so I would wonder about the coil. Have you done the basics and made sure you have good fuel flow from the tank and a good spark at the plug? I can't say on the filter but you should be able to tell by tracing...
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    vermeer baler question

    I saw that you got the baler without a monitor and are using a toggle switch to control the tie actuator, correct? So you are looking to add a light or buzzer or something to let you know when the bale is at a certain size, correct? If you get a mechanical limit switch (just has NO or NC...
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    5420 Rebel

    Just for fun I thought I would jump into the fray. I know this is going backwards in series but I have never seen a baler take in hay like a Super I with good teeth. I have ran Gehl, JD, Hesston, Vermeer SI, Rebel, and R. My friend with the R will get mad because I can start a windrow at full...
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    Cordless weedtrimmer and other tools

    Yea, that is the old "making the stats what you need them to be" game.
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    woods 10 foot cutter

    I agree that a shredder/bush hog blade is something I do Not wanting coming off quickly. My experience with a 10' Woods cutter was not good. It vibrated terribly from day one even after removing the blades. Initially it did not have rubber couplings. My dealer did an upgrade to rubber couplers...
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