Best Atv Tiller

And what were we going to do about that missing page in the manual—you know, the one that had the part that fell off sometime in the last week. He had purchased a used Groundhog (all hydraulic) loader for his ATV.

Depending on the number of tines and the spacing, which are adjustable on some attachments, you can use your ATV or UTV to rake leaves, pine needles, brush, tree debris and more. Catching Calves If you want to simplify the process of catching young cattle...

On top of that, they're just plain fun ! But even workhorses need a little maintenance now and then, especially as they age. If it has a radiator, clean it out regularly—compressed air works well here, as well—as leaves and dust can clog it, and use...

Finishing a good day's work is a great feeling, but if it's overshadowed by an injury from lack of proper safety gear or precautions, the fun quickly disintegrates. A simple rope with a D-ring attached to the receiver hitch would work nicely.

“When you've got golf courses, vineyards and orchards that you have to get to work in before dawn, people appreciate the electric engine,” says Reed. Diesel: Diesel units are more expensive than gas-powered engines, for both purchase and repair, but...

V-blades push snow from the center to both sides for a balanced push, while straight blades can be slanted to push all the snow to one side or the other. Most models contain their own motor and pump to meet the demand for high flow rates and pressure.

Thanks to special attachments, these common farm machines can be prepared for winter work by installing plows that will help keep your pathways and driveways free of snow. Preparing your lawn mower or ATV/UTV for plowing snow requires some effort, but...

The main aspect that drew me into this model is the price point—an MSRP of $8,499. Plus, if you're new to outdoor power equipment, the Pioneer 500 has a range of features that will make you feel at ease in your new wheels: Full-time 2WD/4WD, automatic...

Winter is upon us; there's no denying it now. Expecting a lot of snowfall this winter? Cons: Most snow blowers aren't very big, and using one for clearing large areas of snow (such as a lengthy farm driveway) takes a long time and is tiring as well as...

The weather is or has been ugly, so the use of a UTV with a top will be very much appreciated when the job is done. Owning a reliable ATV or UTV will make this entirely possible. If hauling weight is your game, then you have a machine like the Kawasaki...

Fill it almost to the top with good gas and then add a stabilizer to help keep the fuel fresh until next spring. Clean Air Filters: Starting the year with a new air filter is smart, and in some situations this will be enough to last you the whole season,...

You'll also discover that when digging fence post holes, the amount of dirt you remove from the ground is rarely enough to fill the hole again, even once the post has been added. Rather than attempt to carry all of the required tools yourself—something...

“I watched these old men working their draft horses, and I thought, ‘We really do need a bridge to tap into the historic reserve of knowledge that still exists in this country, before it disappears forever.'” Page 1 | 2 About the Author: Carol Ekarius...

“Do you want a solution that is hands-free and ready to go when the power goes out or a portable system you move into place as needed?” Melanie Tydrich of Kohler Power Systems, which has manufactured generator sets since 1920, says, “We recommend...

Each offers its own unique features and benefits that will fit one farm better than the next. Joel Dufour, owner of Earth Tools, Inc., in Owenton, Ky., grew up using two-wheel tractors on the family acreage and helping his dad sell them to other small...

Underinflating tires by only 6 psi can reduce tire tread life by 25 percent and lead to tire failure. << More Shop Talk >> Tags Jim Ruen While I've always used the information on the side of the tire, Michelin says to follow the car maker's recommendation.

It's sculpted with an ergonomically designed rubberized grip to ensure you keep a good hold on the light. Here are a few tools you should consider. Quadboss: 25-gallon Boomless Sprayer System Quadboss has been producing reliable land-management tools...

The override kicks in to protect the pump from overheating. What I didn't realize when I bought the loader four years ago was that the pump accounted for roughly 25 percent of the total cost.

In the past, I've used my pickup, a cart behind the ATV and even a small tarp, depending on the distance to be moved. The problem is, of course, that we can't mulch until we've had a hard frost and the weather has turned cool, if not cold.

They differ in horsepower rating, width of cut, trailing versus mounted and even safety standards. Today, they can easily trail behind a tractor, UTV or ATV . There truly is one for every situation.

Check out the snow-removal equipment on the market in 2012 that can help speed up the process. View the slideshow below to find the best plow, snowblower, ATV attachment or other equipment to help relieve your snow burden.

For me, it was the idea that I could add value to my trees—even those untouched by professional loggers. “Portable sawmills aren't for the faint of heart, but they are a tool a good woodworker can use to supplement his supplies.” In addition to...

While you'll still need a tractor for the biggest and hardest jobs, the rise of ATVs and UTVs has provided a new option for small-scale hobby farmers who need a (relatively) inexpensive, versatile machine to help with their farm work.

This article first appeared in the March/April 2009 Hobby Farms. I would be doing tree farming and light maintenance. With our 3-plus-acre wooded home site and a nearby 120 acres of woods, pasture and cropland, a small tractor seemed a necessity.

One of the positive aspects of the new tool display is dirty tools will be front and center, begging for attention every time we step into the garage. As I removed one panel after the other, the mice exited, as well.

Rachael Brugger 4. The rest should be disposed of properly. Provide 6 to 10 linear roost inches per chicken. Roosts can be as simple as 2×2 beams installed longways in the vehicle interior, 18 inches to 2 feet above the floor.

Plastic Mulch Layer JP Goguen/Flickr A plastic mulch layer tractor attachment is a must for large-scale farms using plasticulture growing methods. Not all tractors are equipped to handle a front-end loader, but if yours is, you can dig, move bulky items...