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Rotary cutters traditionally were tractor rear-mounted and PTO-powered. “What it comes down to is how much power you are putting to the blade. A shear pin will have to be replaced, while a slip clutch lets you keep going.

Their application to a wide range of farm tasks, not to mention their ability to get off the farm and out into the woods, make them an attractive choice for those who are looking for the quickest way to get a job done.

While not heavy enough for most commercial work, it's a viable tool for digging electric or water lines, foundation for sheds, planting trees or landscape work. This article originally ran in the January/February 2017 issue of Hobby Farms.

Snow plows come in a variety of sizes, and while a larger plow will allow you to clear more snow in less time (a benefit if you're plowing large areas), keep in mind that a larger plow also means your machine will be pushing more weight, which is harder...

Take a peek at the photos from my test ride below. However, there comes a point when some of us are ready to take the plunge. Get more farm-equipment buying tips from HobbyFarms.com: UTV Buyer's Guide Tractor Buyer's Guide Rough Cut Mowers 13 Tractor...

A snow blower, a snow plow (or both) can help keep your farm operational during snow season. Then again, if you need to clear all amounts of snow from all sorts of terrain, maybe you want to have a snow plow as well as a snow blower waiting for those...

This is towing behind the vehicle with a trailer hooked to the rig via the 2-inch receiver hitch. Lets look at how you can get the most use out of your ATV/UTV while saving for that next tractor or implement.

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

“There is a personal satisfaction to being able to cut your own wood and then use it effectively,” agrees Eddy Whichard, sales manager of Lumber Smith, LLC. Extended bars are also ideal for cutting curved logs and crotch ends to create structural...

Fortunately, the development of simple, inexpensive tests makes it easy for anyone to test their own soil. It's impossible to overstate how helpful leaf shredders and wood chippers can be on a hobby farm, where utilizing all available resources is a worthy...

Of course, good intentions and a couple of bucks will buy you a cup of coffee at Starbucks. However, there's a bright side to the dilemma: My oaks and walnuts, which were pushed to compete, are nearly as tall as the cottonwoods.

Farming isn't what it used to be, and I need to spend more time in cabs. << More Shop Talk >> Tags combine , farm , farming , Jim Ruen All of that as he seemed to fly through the field at 8 to 10 mph.

There's a neat design waiting to be revitalized and at least two of us out here who may need parts. There was a time when we were left holding the phone in frustration. << More Shop Talk >> Tags atv , Jim Ruen

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. Tractors are still the go-to machine when you need power for big projects,...

Be especially watchful for slices on the sides of tires, as these can open up at any time. It destroys some plastics commonly used in carburetors and fuel lines, and it can leave a residue if left to sit for extended periods.

For half the cost of a new subcompact tractor, I could get similar horsepower, more maneuverability and much higher speeds. The ESP, with its push-button shifting through four speeds, is sort of an automatic on steroids, giving you the feel and control...

While I could have left them in place, removal would make wiring the shed easier. At one point, it was cartoonish as I chased half a dozen mice out with my broom and away from my jean cuffs.

Rear-mounted ATV wire unrollers can be used to unwind multiple spools of wire as you drive along, making it much faster and easier to string the wires and secure them in place. With a trailer—particularly a trailer with an open back for carrying extra-long...

“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...

Buying new or even used four-wheel equipment to do a small acreage can be cost prohibitive. When considering the size of the tractor needed, identify the implement to be used with the highest implement power (total of required drawbar, PTO, hydraulic...

Then comes the real test. Because I run my ATV at pressures of 14 pounds and less depending on use, I needed more accuracy. Underinflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.4 percent for every psi below the recommended pressure for your tires.

Here are a few tools you should consider. All rack mounting gear is included with the kit. The new Wave Fork by Noble Outfitters is a simple tool to make the dirty work a little less stressful.

Replace the chain when it starts to show wear or sagging. This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Hobby Farms. Early Spring Wakeup Machines that have sat unused for several months over the winter might need quite a bit of...

The University of Missouri has good information about no-till drill options . Chisel Plow: This has long shanks that turn over the soil to a depth of 12 inches. Expected Price: You can find sporty ATVs and UTVs and those designed for work, and the price...

Rachael Brugger 6. Trunks especially make watertight, chicken-free storage for things like feed, grit and tools. This makes it easy to access water for the chickens; otherwise, you'll find yourself running hoses and hauling buckets to reach your birds.

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