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  1. Implements & Attachments
    Hi there. I have a 1025R TLB on order and have no prior experience with tractors. I've read and watched quite a bit about the importance of ballast, so I'm planning to order a Heavy Hitch HH1UO offset and some suitcase weights. (8) 70 lb weights will get me to the Deere-recommended minimum of...
  2. Medium Frame Compact Utility Tractors (MCUT)
    Last year I was using a x738 with quick hitch snow blower / blade. I did not need chains - the heaviest single snow was 8 inches. I had two 40lb suitcase weights on the rear bracket. Steering would become pretty ineffective at times with the blade or snowblower- the tractor would pretty much...
  3. Medium Frame Compact Utility Tractors (MCUT)
    I recently added a 3 Point hitch / suitcase weight rack for my 2025 along with 4 70lb weights and 4 40lb weights. Curious if people leave the weights on the rack if the tractor is not going to be used for a few days or week or more. It is easy enough for me to move the weights on and off - the...
  4. Implements & Attachments
    After I got the ballast box I debated, even involved my wife in the discussion of what I should fill the ballast box with. I’ve been surfing Facebook because I want the weight to be removable, not for any particular reason other than the fact that I hate single use tools. So I found some large...
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    Special offer starting today for GTT members this weekend only, order any Ultimate Rack or Ultimate Rack Combo and get our Chainsaw Bundle Absolutely FREE! All you have to do is add both items to your cart and we will take care of the rest! Also, with this we offer FREE Shipping! Between the...
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    We're offering an amazing deal to save 20% of our fuel tank when you order an Ultimate Rack and fuel tank together. These two are an awesome combination to have on your property! Very simple and easy products to use that will save time and make working out on the property a dream. This is a 58...
  8. Large Frame Compact Utility Tractors (LCUT)
    Hello all, loving my tractor. Was out doing some loader work yesterday on my driveway and realized that the rotary cutter is a terrific counter weight, but it’s about 6ft to long and my driveway is to narrow for it to be feasible. So I’ve been reading about ballast boxes and getting my tires...
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  10. Medium Frame Compact Utility Tractors (MCUT)
    I was wondering if anyone knows how much ballast fluid typically goes in the 300/70 R20 R3 Radials on the 2038R? Looking at different ballast options for the 2038R I have on order and not sure how much to plan on if I have the tires filled.
  11. Implements & Attachments
    A little long winded here, but the questions will pop up at the end :) I was reading through the loader manual (440R) and had some questions. Specifically, the loader manual has the following for minimum ballast: 63 inch or greater rear tread setting Rear tires filled with liquid ballast Four...
  12. Medium Frame Compact Utility Tractors (MCUT)
    I have the R4 tires on '18 2025r and used them this mowing season without much issue at all. I had Rim Guard added to the rear tires last week with snow season coming up plus was lacking ballast. I like the effect on FEL thus far but went to do a final mowing and I am having a major issue with...
  13. Sub Compact Utility Tractors (SCUT)
    I'm lining up my 1025R attachment purchases, and have a dilemma. I had settled on the SpeeCo Category-1 E-Hitch as my quick hitch solution, based on info from GWT and others, since it apparently doesn't require the bushings that other quick hitches do. And I had settled on the Heavy Hitch...
  14. Sub Compact Utility Tractors (SCUT)
    I'm new to tractor ownership. I have a 1023e that came along with a house purchase. Still getting to know the tractor but have done an oil/filter change, blade sharpening, and other routine maintenance tasks. I'm assuming that the "covers" on the rear wheels are wheel weights, correct...
  15. Sub Compact Utility Tractors (SCUT)
    I am currently looking at different ballast options for 1025R, such as the Heavy Hitch Offset bracket or the Heavy Hitch Dual Weight Bracket and suitcase weights. 1. I am curious what is the maximum weight you have used on the rear 3 point hitch and how much rear tire/wheel weight in lbs when...
  16. Sub Compact Utility Tractors (SCUT)
    Tractor: John Deere 1025R Loader: 120R with 53” bucket I know ballast has been discussed in the past and I have been looking at several different forums and discussions about tractor ballast. I found a ballast calculator that someone created for the 1025R, and what I am confused about is that...
  17. Large Frame Compact Utility Tractors (LCUT)
    I couldn't find the answer to this question in the archives so here goes. JD 3032e with five ft brushhog Hilly property makes the JD feel tippy. Putting wheel spacers and ballast on rear (2-3" not sure yet) If I ballast and space the rear wheels do i need to do the same for the front, and, if...
  18. ZTR's and Commercial Turf Equipment
    Just wanted to pass along a bit of information for other owners of this or similarly sized ZTR's. I recently decided to try adding water ballast to the rear tires of my Z255 and boy was it one of the best ideas I've had in a long time. I no longer get stuck in the slightest bit of mud, mowing...
  19. Lawn & Garden Tractors
    Hello all! Long time listener, first time caller. I have recently ordered an X739 configured with a 14 Bu rear bagger and a front Quick Hitch for the 54" blade. Should be ready the week of March 16, but I have a concern that the dealer couldn't answer. Is there a way to add ballast to the...
  20. Sub Compact Utility Tractors (SCUT)
    Hi folks, Strange issue: I have 10 hours on my 1026R and have used it with the loader and ballast box before. Today I was moving some topsoil and the ballast box started moving down about an inch then up again about every 3 to 5 seconds. It was oscillating. And when I shut the tractor off, the...
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