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If you spend time around combines, corn heads, old gearboxes, bush hogs, or compact tractor repairs, you have probably heard someone say, “Just use corn head grease.” But what exactly is it? Is it regular grease? Is it gear oil? Or is it something in between? The simple answer is this: corn head grease is a soft, semi-fluid … Read more
John Deere reports stronger construction and forestry sales while farmers continue to delay equipment purchases due to weak margins, higher input costs and uncertain commodity markets. John Deere is finding support from its construction and forestry business at a time when the farm machinery market remains under pressure. While the company continues to see demand … Read more
If you are searching for a control valve diagram for Kubota front end loader hydraulic lines, you are probably trying to figure out where each hose goes: pressure, tank, power beyond, boom lift, boom lower, bucket curl, and bucket dump. That confusion is very common, especially when a loader has been removed, a valve has … Read more
The John Deere 790 is one of those compact utility tractors that still gets a lot of attention on the used market. It is simple, mechanical, durable, and easy to understand. For landowners who want a no-nonsense tractor for mowing, loader work, driveway maintenance, small farm chores, and light tillage, the 790 remains a very … Read more
Buying a tractor in 2026 usually starts with one simple question: “How much horsepower do I really need?” It sounds simple, but horsepower is where many buyers either overspend or end up with a machine that cannot handle their real work. A 25 HP compact tractor may look affordable at first. A 50 HP utility … Read more
A damaged hydraulic hose can quickly stop a tractor, skid steer, excavator, backhoe, loader, or other heavy equipment from working properly. Since hydraulic systems operate under high pressure, even a small leak can become dangerous if you ignore it. The good news is that many hydraulic hose replacement jobs are manageable when you follow the … Read more
The John Deere 60 skid steer is one of those older compact machines that still gets attention from equipment owners, small farm operators, collectors, and rebuild enthusiasts. It is not a modern high-horsepower skid steer, but that is exactly why many people still like it. It is simple, compact, easier to understand mechanically, and useful … Read more
A Bad Boy zero turn lawnmower hour meter not working can be annoying, especially when you rely on it for oil changes, blade service, hydraulic maintenance, and general upkeep. At first, it may look like a small electrical issue, but if you ignore it for too long, you can easily lose track of your mower’s … Read more
Connecting hydraulic hoses on a tractor should not feel like a guessing game. Whether you are working with a loader, mower, blade, or another hydraulic attachment, matching the correct hose to the correct coupler saves time, prevents frustration, and helps keep your equipment clean. One simple upgrade that many tractor owners overlook is using color-coded … Read more
A 3-point hitch is the rear linkage system on many tractors that allows the operator to attach, lift, lower, and control implements such as box blades, rotary cutters, rear blades, tillers, plows, and landscape rakes. The main parts of a tractor 3-point hitch include: Lower Lift Arms: The lower lift arms are the two main … Read more