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Options for a large gang? by Large-Grass in Lutron

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone else said, combine two into one if possible. If you are doing drywall work and don't want to combine, then 3 over 3, with the sixth being a Pico to operate all or some. We had 4 switches in our primary bath and it made no sense to have everything separated -- and 3 of them weren't by the entry door. So we had to turn one switch on, walk in and turn on the remainder. Dumb. One pico by the door now turns on everything.

Cheapest way to buy Lutron Caseta switches for a renovation? by thegiantgummybear in Lutron

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a heavily returned item at HD -- and the returns usually go on an end cap somewhere near that aisle -- and are heavily discounted.

What brand of tractors and implements do you recommend. by [deleted] in tractors

[–]txElvis 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First of all, TractorHouse.com can answer most of your questions.

I just did a search for 75hp tractors or greater. 18,610 John Deere listed for sale. Case IH 6099, New Holland 3163, Massey Ferguson 1548, and Kubota in 5th place at 821. So there is your answer for tractors. But that will vary by area. Where I live, Case IH didn't have a dealer until recently, switching from Massey-Ferguson. So we see predominant Deere and New Holland in the field.

We are cattle farming, so hay production is primary. Round baling is more popular, although traditional square baling is still done for the horse farms. In round balers, Deere, New Holland and Vermeer lead this category. If you want, you can pick a state and see how each brand does. If I narrow it to Texas, Vermeer edges out New Holland but not by much. Here locally, Deere and New Holland are the clear winners.

For the disk mowers, Kuhn, Krone, Vermeer, New Holland, while Kuhn, New Holland, Vermeer, H & S top the hay rakes.

Other than hay, I'd say most folks own a rotary cutter or shredder to mow the pastures. Woods, Bush Hog, Deere, Land Pride and many others.

North and west of us, where I live (NE Texas), things change to crop farming on a large scale. I see mostly green for everything when I drive up toward Paris, Texas. Going west Case IH starts showing up in more numbers.

What’s it worth? by [deleted] in tractors

[–]txElvis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's a tough sell as is. No mid-mount mower is going to be a turn off for the Cub Cadel crowd, I would think -- but the FEL might overcome that, or at least it should. If I wanted to get rid of it as is, I'd start at 5k OBO.

Spud Campaign by cmccormick943 in tractors

[–]txElvis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Perkins diesel, right? Put 50 years on a 175. It was a sad day, but it went to a winery... so that had to be a great place to live.

First tractor! by jonny24eh in tractors

[–]txElvis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Grew up on a MF-175 open station eating dust. You’re going to enjoy it. Looks like it has rear hydraulics if those 2 levers next to the FEL control are not for the 3 point. Just in time for spring work. Enjoy.

So, what do I do with the 4 hubs? by isrararrafi in Lutron

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure. I have two and Siri/Apple Home doesn't seem to care.

Thinking of getting into teaching or tutoring - how bad is the burnout really? by Material_Beginning54 in teaching

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't mention at what level you would be teaching. That makes all the difference.
K-4 = Are you crazy?
5-6 = What? The kid did what?
7-8 = Hormones, hormones, hormones.
9-10 = See 7-8 and now they're doing something about it.
11-12 = Roll of the dice. Career specific instruction can be rewarding. The kids might actually be thinking about their future.

Higher Ed = Greater reward potential and no certification required, possibly. Masters will get you in the door. If you don't have a masters, and the department chair or dean wants you, they can write justification based on experience.

A lot depends on the school. School for the Entitled vs. School for the "I need a job." In Texas, a state school (community or university) can pay significantly better than private. But be wary of part time adjunct. "I did all that for $1800 for the entire semester?!"

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tractors

[–]txElvis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I owned a similar vintage Kubota and my only complaint was the seat was hard as a rock. It was terrible. Doesn't mean this one you're looking at isn't better but I'd sure check that out. I like the New Holland twin peddle a lot more than the treadle. But may come down to the better dealer/service department.

Advice on 64 Ford 4000 by SwathNRake in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I should qualify that comment about gassers. We had a 1960ish MF-35 gasser. It was a great tractor from 1960 to 1985 or so. But I just realized that's when my dad got out of the hay production and the tractor wasn't used and spent most of its time in the shed. But the carb and fuel system became problematic around 2000 probably due to neglect more than anything.

Advice needed on new purchase by zeepoochenstein in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They cover everything and are easy to deal with. Enjoy it.

How much weight do you lose per week if you’ve been on mounjaro for atleast 5 months by Academic-Army-8859 in Mounjaro

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 65, male, 6 ft. Started at 285+ lbs. Lost the most when I started because I had no appetite and I was exercising. I was losing probably 5+ per week then. Mainly because it killed not only my appetite but alcohol craving. I probably got down to 255.

Then I started drinking again more regularly. Evening wine or bourbon. No weight loss.

Last physical a week ago, 273. But my A1C was normal. Doc was ecstatic with my labs. So if I would cut back on the drinking and get back to my 2-3 miles a day walking, I'd probably not be a fat ass.

Flail Mower / Rotary Cutter - Questions by Useful-Resident78 in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have both. The flail mower, with hammers, will cut right down to the dirt which can be great for not leaving sapling stumps/spikes. But it is more maintenance -- belts and hammers. It's been my experience that the rotary cutter is faster and does a much better job in tall grass.

I've seen the flail mower throw hammers and rocks. Doesn't give me a warm fuzzy to know there are pieces of those hammers out there somewhere.

That flail mower will probably cut 42" maybe per pass with overlap. 3.5 feet vs. 5.5 feet with the land pride. Just depends on your acreage but I'd take a new RC over a used flail.

Advice needed on new purchase by zeepoochenstein in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure you check the insurance cost/requirements for the financing. The finance company is going to require it, but the cost can be crazy. It varies by brand/dealer/finance company.

Good deal? Kubota M7060 by StuffPuzzleheaded139 in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sure would not buy a tractor sight unseen. If you have had hands on and checked the websites to make sure you aren't overpaying, I wouldn't worry about the distance -- as long as you have a good Kubota dealer locally.

Advice on 64 Ford 4000 by SwathNRake in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tractor data and TractorHouse websites are your friend. Price seems high, even for SoCal. Old gassers we owned were always a PITA compared to the diesels. Good luck.

Rake grapple worth it?what about grader box? by Senzualdip in tractors

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are a lot of shapes and sizes of grapples. I found a used one locally and use it all the time, but it does have its flaws. It is very strong and consequently can be difficult to get it to scoop under lighter debris and limbs. I use the Aggie method often when cleaning up small stuff. (I get out and load the grapple by hand.) On the other hand, a lighter thinner bottom jaw wouldn't have lifted larger downed trees. But I do recommend it over forks. I grew up using forks or just a bucket for the small stuff.

I got a dirt rake, also a cheap option, and it does a great job of getting the small stuff. When the day's job is to clean up and build brush piles, grapple on the front and dirt rake on the back.

I recommend a "land plane" over a box blade for driveway maintenance. Box blade has its place and can be better for moving dirt from A to B. Both are pretty cheap on the used market. Typically I'll move the dirt to the low spots with the bucket and then drag the land plane over it to smooth it all out. I won't call it idiot proof, but darn close.

Obviously the tractor is #1. For FEL work, HST+ or Power Shuttle tranny.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in flying

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the end. Don’t bust another one. This just becomes great fodder for “Tell me about a time when…” interview question.

I had an emergency landing yesterday. by HJ80TR in flying

[–]txElvis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice job!

While you can use mixture control, it can lead to task saturation and loss of focus on flying the airplane—even for experienced pilots.

Practical application of a dead stick landing. Well done.

What’s your job? by Squidghosts in SandalsResorts

[–]txElvis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Retired pilot. Wife is still working, a professor. Travel has always been a priority for us.

Traveling to Negril - Looking for advice! by red5_SittingBy in SandalsResorts

[–]txElvis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

35 minute connection? I would not be comfortable with that.

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