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The TBN Community: Beyond the Net
August, 2014 Compact & Utility Tractor Newsletter

TBN Members Lend a Helping Hand
Every once and a while we realize TBN is much more than an online community. This month, several long-time members from TractorByNet joined together in Texas to lend a helping hand to a long-recognized member, Jinman, who has recently been struggling with health issues. It's stories like these that remind us of the value of friendship.

Members Bird, Mikim, wroughten_harv, and txdon commited a day to setting up a lift to help Jinman get from one story of his home to the next.

They started by pouring a concrete base and walkway for the lift and then used Jinman's New Holland TC45 to put the lift in position. From start to finish, these TBN members worked as a team and accomplished great things! You will be impressed at the level of camaraderie displayed in this incredible story... To get inspired: Read the story here!

We hope to see you around the forums this month. There's no shortage of summer tractor projects, new attachments & equipment to discuss, or new friends to meet on TBN. We hope you're having a great day.

Take Care!

TractorByNet

Featured Tractor Products
Mow the Distance with an Eterra Raptor Boom Mower

Meet the world's 1st Skid Steer Remote Operated Boom Mower System with over 20+ feet of reach, available only from Skid Steer Solutions. Click Here to see video and more! Interested in purchasing? Use TBNmowers500 to receive a $500.00 discount on select Eterra Mowers.

Danuser’s Newest Attachment: The T3 Driver

Danuser is proud to welcome the T3 Post Driver as the newest product in our line of innovative attachments. Designed for T-posts, the T3 can drive up to 3” diameter pipe. Eliminate the fatigue often associated with hand-held drivers. Versatile mounting options available for quick attach systems as well as a bolt-on bracket that mounts to a flat surface. Limit fuel consumption by operating at a lower RPM. Ideal product for farmers, ranchers, and fencing contractors. Click here for more information.

CoverMyTractor.com’s FULL Tractor Covers

Protect your investment with an all-weather tractor cover. Seats, tires and hydraulic hoses are damaged by the elements and recent studies have shown by putting on a cover, you extend the life of your tractor and protect your investment. Only the best-in-class materials are used and our over 50 years of experience making boat covers has proven the materials in the harshest conditions. Click here for more info.

Air Conditioning for Cabs

If you can spare 5 H.P. you can have A/C. Visionaire Inc. is a leading manufacturer of affordable cabin ventilation systems for off-highway equipment. We offer aftermarket self-contained hydraulic systems which require no refrigeration knowledge to install and engine driven air conditioning and heating systems. Units are available in roof mount and wall mounted versions. Click here.

Hot Topics

Why Do You Love Retirement? I'm nearing 12 years of leisure after jumping off the treadmill, and if I had to name one factor that really stands out about retirement, it's the freedom to do what I want, when I want to. What do you enjoy most about the retired life? Click here.

Backup Camera for Only $50! At first, I was against a backup camera on a tractor, but after seeing how nice they are in vehicles, I thought I'd install one on my tractor. To my surprise, I found all the parts I needed online for only $50, I installed it and it works great! Click here to see it.

Truck Tow Comparison: A new Ford commercial compares the towing capabilities between a Ford F-150, a Dodge Ram, and Chevy Silverado. Are you or have you been in the truck market? What's your take on these models? Check out the video.

Disturbing a Nest! I've read horror stories first-hand about yellow jacket attacks, but today I experienced one myself. I was bush hogging, when all of a sudden I felt a sting on my wrist...and soon after, another one...and before you know it, I was surrounded by yellow jackets on my tractor! Read the story.

Repair Checklist: My Kubota G5200 HST (3 cyl., diesel mower) is overheating, so I'm working on changing the head gasket. Is there anything else I should replace or check while I'm at it? Click here.

Black Pipe or Galvanized Air Lines: It is my intent to plumb my pole barn for air on my next trip home. I know PVC is not the way to go, so metal pipe is definitely what I'll be using. My question is: should I be using black pipe or galvanized for the lines? Click here.

Rear Suspension Air Bags: I am going to purchase rear suspension air bags for my 2006 Ford F150 4X4 SuperCrew cab. Is there really much difference between the Air Lift and Firestone brands? And if so, what are they? More info.

Featured Tractor

Member RichardDLee purchased his Yanmar 1610D one month ago and he's enjoying showing it off.
He plans to get a whole list of new attachments in the near future. Click here to view more pics.

Tractor Industry News
John Deere Offers Special “Midnight Black” Gators

John Deere is offering two new special edition Gator™ utility vehicles bound to turn some heads. The Midnight Black XUV825i and Midnight Black RSX850i are designed for those customers yearning for a John Deere like no other. Read more.

John Deere Offers Certified Pre-Owned Equipment

John Deere introduces a new Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Equipment program to assist customers looking for field-ready used machines with the latest technology to increase overall productivity for their farm or business operation. Click here.

TGS 300 Tailgate Spreader Joins BOSS Lineup

Engineered to spread free-flowing ice-melting materials with ease, the new TGS 300 Tailgate Spreader from BOSS Snowplow is designed for SUVs and light-duty trucks. The TGS 300 Tailgate Spreader features a 200-pound, 3 cubic-foot capacity. More info.

BOSS Snowplow Adds 4’ ATV Plow to Lineup

BOSS Snowplow builds upon its ATV plow offerings with the addition of a 4’ ATV Plow. Look for the same quality features and capabilities found on full-size BOSS plows. A fully hydraulic system means no winches, pulleys or handles for lifting or angling and higher snow stacking. More info.

Member of the Month: OldPilgrim

OldPilgrim has been operating tractors for most of his life, but joined the TractorByNet community earlier this year. We have enjoyed learning about his tractors, property, and classic car & rifle collection! He has an old Ford Model T touring car and has restored several classic cars over the years. Click here to check them out!

OldPilgrim cruises around on his old Fords and tractors in Plymouth, Ma. What you may not have known about him is he is a direct descendant of the 13 original Mayflower families (hence his screen name) and he has a dog named Rocky! Learn more about OldPilgrim and his tractors and equipment by reading his full article: Click here.

Tractors & Equipment For Sale

Cub Cadet GT2544
Elizabethtown, PA
$1,895

2014 Yanmar LX410
Granbury, TX
Call for price.

2013 Bobcat 3600
Rock Valley, IA
Call for price.

1998 John Deere 4200
Elizabethtown, PA
$11,900

2014 Kubota Z725KH
Elizabethtown, PA
$7,495

2008 New Holland T5040
Fort Wayne, IN
$32,999

Kubota M7040SU
Elizabethtown, PA
$19,900

2014 John Deere 5065E
Fort Wayne, IN
$23,799
Related Links
John Deere Expands Line-Up of Commercial Front Mowers

John Deere is increasing its front mount mower models with the new 1500 Series TerrainCut™ Front Mowers. The Final Tier 4 compliant machines increase uptime and reduce operating costs with enhanced performance, comfort, and versatility. Read more.

Ram Truck's Broadest Alignment with SAE J2807 Towing Standards

“Because our customers asked for it, every single 2015 model year pickup truck Ram sells will come with a trailer-tow rating achieved using SAE’s J2807 testing protocols,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Ram Truck Brand. Read more.

Dodge Offers Blacktop Appearance on Durango SUV for 2014

Dodge is rounding out its offering of Blacktop Packages for 2014, adding the three-row Durango to the lineup of Dodge vehicles with the sporty, sinister look. Dodge now offers the Blacktop Appearance Package on seven of its 2014 model year vehicles. Read more.

Perks for Lawn & Landscape Pros at GIE+EXPO

This year’s show, Oct. 22-24, is a must-attend event for lawn and landscape pros who are looking to move their businesses to the next level. Seminars and workshops led by industry experts, hardscape demonstrations, hands-on demos, networking... More details.

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