I finally got my front blade system finished. It is a bit different from yours, Tim, and VERY different from much earlier 1025 models. My tractor and blade are both from just a couple of months ago. It took me a while to figure it all out, but using your video really helped! Besides, as Tim The Tool Man Taylor says, "Real men don't need no stinkin' instructions!". BTW, you will be glad to know that these blade kits now come with the hoses color-coded to make the blade move right when the lever is moved right, with black-to-black and yellow-to-yellow. You will be unhappy to know that those left-right-swing hoses on the left side are still sticking out in the wind, subject to be jammed full of snow. I just want to thank you for this video which helped me greatly in figuring out the correct layout of the components.
@StarfighterSmith
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim for making it look easy. I bought one of these used with no instructions for my 2305 Deere. I fumbled around and figured it all out, but I couldn't understand how they called it a Quick Hitch. Now that Iv'e watched your video I can attach it without so much lifting. Dummies like me need a little coaching sometimes! 🔧 🚜
@matthewmorasch2431
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the installation discussion.. I had my dealer mounted the blade and they removed my mower brackets..your video helped me reinstall properly. I had the same blade for almost 20 years on an x595.. and it was awesome and handy for blading rock on a long driveway as well as the best for snow.. so I had to get one for my 1025r after only one year without it.. they also sent it to me without the locking pin.. if I had not already had the same blade I would’ve been stuck trying to figure that out too… thanks for covering that as well in your video for other new users. I really appreciate all your videos you are very thorough. Thanks.
@rogercyr1551
3 жыл бұрын
Good video! I live in Eastern Canada, lots of snow here. I have an X739. I agree with the back dragging issue. Not only does the snow pack in there, but the hot hydraulics turns that packed snow into ice...eventually the left/right function fails, and then you need the heat gun to melt the ice. I solve that by liberally spraying the area with anti-ice silicone before each use. Then the snow won't stick in the cavity. No big deal, I just keep a can handy. I use both the blade (with the JD 9" extensions to make it an even 6 feet) and the blower. I prefer the blade, but if 12+ inches of snow falls, I switch to the blower. At the start of the snow season, the quick hitch goes on the tractor. Then it's very easy to go back and forth between the blower and the blade, as needed...no lifting. My driveway is gravel, so I installed the wider HD shoes on the blade...those help the blade to "float" better and not sink into the gravel, especially early on before the surfaces freeze.
@qfdforme
Жыл бұрын
Tim, I always review this video when reconnecting my quick hitch blade for the season. Tomorrow I will install it for the winter. Thanks for creating helpful videos.
@robertsickinger2783
7 жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video Tim...I'm a new 1025R owner and i am learning a ton about using and maintaining my machine from you
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Robert Sickinger congratulations on the new rig!
@wingersww
5 жыл бұрын
I've had my 2017 for a year now and have learned TONs from Tim's videos.
@billslabey8736
10 ай бұрын
Tim, Great video. It is 10-13-23 and I decided to switchover from my FEL and get ready for winter early here in SE Michigan. Your video is my guide. Thanks. Bill
@bobshaw7290
2 жыл бұрын
I just purchased one of these blades from a local John Deere dealer for my 1025R. Great video and very informative. Thank you.
@AirplaneDoctor_
7 жыл бұрын
The stool you have is one of the best shop accessories I have ever owned, very underrated. Mine is identical and it has spent more than 15 years rolling around under aircraft in commercial aviation and now retired to my shop. Basic design has proven to stand up longer than more popular styles available theses days.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Airplane Doctor yea, I use it all the time. Plastic shelf under it is brittle and breaking now, and there may be a tear in the vinyl seat. ...but it is still a nice stool!
@AirplaneDoctor_
7 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim The plastic on mine went bad too, made a new tray from old aircraft skin and have redone the vinyl twice so far.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Airplane Doctor wow, you are more frugal and a harder worker than I would be. I would probably toss it at that point!
@tomsparks3259
5 жыл бұрын
Tim--Great video! There is another way to attach this setup. Separate the QuickHitch from the blade, (or any other attachment,) and install them separately. First put the QH on the tractor without the use of the hydraulics. Then, put the blade onto the QH. This makes it so you are never lifting the whole setup. I used to do it your way, but found it to be less time-consuming and easier on the back to do them separately. Save your back for future videos!
@jlsmed
5 жыл бұрын
Tim, thanks so much for doing this video, just purchased the quick hitch and “other” 60” blade you mentioned. The quick hitch kit came with no directions at all and having never really seen one installed it was just a pile of parts. You video made things clear. Congrats on your new property, we just did the same with 5 acres. A man after my own heart. Jeff
@JamieLNFTaylor
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that video,Tim. It was very helpful. I have the same blade, and attachment kit. The biggest problems I have with it (aside from remembering the steps that you laid out so clearly in the video) are a) that the hydraulic hose attachments closest to the blade come loose and spray out hydraulic fluid when I'm using it, and b) that the hydraulics for swinging the blade left and right don't work properly.
@timspence7843
7 жыл бұрын
Love your Vids. I'm running a 2025R, with a Front Mount 54" Blower (And my 130 Loader) and it takes about 15 Minutes to change over for the winter. I'd love a quick attach blade do do follow-up snow scraping but it's too much of a Pain! Here is Nova Scotia we Sometimes get a lot of snow and other years we get almost none. Keep up the Great work!!
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Tim Spence good to hear from you, Tim. On the 1025R, the auto-connect mechanism must be removed to switch to blower. Here, we just don't get enough snow for a blower. They are making a big deal out of 1 inch on the way tonight.
@timspence7843
7 жыл бұрын
I know.. I'm a LITTLE jealous of that, but I use my 300x for mowing, the 62" mower was a mistake. It's too big and it collects dust on the top of my Pallet Racking (also an idea I gleaned from you!)
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Tim Spence hopefully you mean that you got the pallet racking idea from me, rather than the 'sits around collecting dust' :-) Christy thinks I do a lot of the latter!
@timspence7843
7 жыл бұрын
LoL!!! Point Taken!! I did get that Idea from you and I also Collect Dust!!
@justinshaw5706
7 жыл бұрын
Tim, i bought a used 66" blade. I'm getting anxious to use it! Will clean my driveway and the neighbors in no time!!
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Justin Shaw congrats!
@beeback4
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim. I'm glad you did this video. I was thinking of getting one for the farm work. But now hearing it's made light, I will no longer want it. I needed something that is going to handle pushing a lot of dirt without bending or breaking something.
@Corney279
3 жыл бұрын
Best video I've seen for the quick Hitch. Spent hours looking to see what I was missing for the front mounted snow blower! It's the hanger bracket that needs to be bolted to the front bumper shown ver well hear. Know to find one!! Thanks
@qfdforme
2 жыл бұрын
Tim, Twice a year I review this video to make sure I have the key points top of mind. I consider this as the benchmark for how to install this snow blade on my 1025r. Thanks again for this PSA. Bill
@TractorTimewithTim
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thanks for the kind words!
@f.davidbush9093
7 жыл бұрын
My hoses also were backward and I just changed the black and yellow covers. My instructions showed the front hose holder in hole right above the front tire not on the front hitch. I like the idea of putting one on the hitch, I'll order a third one. Thanks I enjoy your videos. Drifterbik
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+F. David Bush coupon code TTWT!
@PhilGoldblum
7 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim - Thanks again for the great videos. My 54 blade had its yellow and back caps reversed too. Easy enough to fix. I have an earlier version of the 54 blade on a smaller tractor (420) and it works very well and can push just about anything. Interesting note - the mounting system on the early quick hitch have fewer components and every part is heavier gauge steel. Given the lighter construction and multiple parts involved - I plan on using the 54 on my 1025r only for snow (and carefully at that).
@f.davidbush9093
7 жыл бұрын
Phil Goldblum I also have a 420. After 26 years it's still going strong. My son has it now I have the 1025R. I don't like the quick hitch but it is what it is. I went with the CTA 60" blade.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+F. David Bush will be interesting to see if the quick hitch can handle the extra weight of the CTA blade. I know lots of folks are getting them now.
@AppleUser
5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your how-to videos.I am getting my own 1025r this month, and have watched, and rewatched ALL of your videos. Outstanding work. The video edits are professional grade work. I've never owned any kind of tractor before, and watching you, I feel like I can do this. I own just over 2 acres or property that is half flat, and half hilly. I live on a rural township, and have to plow and matin my own driveway ( about 150 yards worth). I think your family makes the videos very enjoyable. I like the Gospel readings on most of the videos also. If and when I need to remove a tire, where are the lift and stands placement points on the 1025r? Maybe a short video on that?
@TractorTimewithTim
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for your words of encouragement! I lift under the backhoe sub-frame assembly. However, you may not have the backhoe, so you might not have that bracket.
@gregorydowler1968
7 жыл бұрын
I wish I would've purchased a 1 Series rather than the X590. But the dealer didn't really wanna sell me a 1023E at JD promo of $99/mo. (June 2016 was purchase time) but I didn't push the issue since they pay my paycheck every week. But i can now see, especially with your great videos is how useful a 1 Series would've been. I will probably buy a 1 Series when I am ready for a new one. Oh well, live and learn, keep up the great videos.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Gregory Dowler really is amazing what you can do with this thing. Takes some creativity, but it will usually get the job done! Thanks for watching.
@GWalt22
Жыл бұрын
Every year, I return to this video to install my plow and that's when I know winter has officially begun.
@koplataroo2786
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim. Same thought I had after watching your video. Front blade looks like better option as it will also reduce my length for turn arounds
@adamstone5946
3 жыл бұрын
I know this is several years old, but a bit of back history: the 54" blade was originally on the 300- series garden tractor. It was later improved for the 420 series, with a quick-hitch setup. Then the 4X5 series used the same blade, with it's own quick hitch. The newer x-series also uses this same blade, with either it's own quick hitch, or the 4X5 series quick hitch. At this point, the 54" blade has been in use for 30 years, on various tractor series. While it's not perfect, it certainly efficent for manufacturing across a wide range.
@brettwynne8676
2 жыл бұрын
Actually Adam to the best of my untrained knowledge the 54” blade started in 1968 on a 12 horsepower John Deere 140. My father had one with his 140. It’s a design that should have never changed. The trip locking pin was located on the top and in the center.
@qfdforme
4 жыл бұрын
Tim, My 54” front blade and quick hitch I bought used is installed. I finally gave in and bought the Artillian plow wings and installed them and despite buying a UHMW edge and installing it I just ordered the Artillian rubber cutting edge. The UHMW edge was not wide enough and its lack of width was causing excessive wear on the Artillian plow wings.
@1bigsample
7 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, thank you for a very clear presentation. Just last weekend I was researching this and was amazed at how many part numbers are involved
@robertbunch8362
6 жыл бұрын
This video saved me a LOT of time just sitting and fitting the pieces of this puzzle together. My dealer said he couldn't get the mounts on my 1025r for a couple of months. I don't want to put it off that long, so I just took the kit with me. He didn't supply any instructions, so it really is a "Rubic's Cube" kind of puzzle. I had figured out how the two small brackets attach to the tractor, but had not figured out how the "intermediate" bracket fits in place. Your video cleared that right up. Also, the issue of the black and yellow hoses being reversed Is good to know. BTW, just received my TTWT hat today. For those who don't have one, they are REALLY nice hats! Just waiting for my t-shirts now. Thanks!
@TractorTimewithTim
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You chose the hats with a me on the tractor, right? Are they adjustable size? I haven’t got one of them.
@robertbunch8362
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, you're on my hat. I have the L/XL size, and they are not adjustable, but are like the old Sans-A-Belt pants with a double elastic headband to make it fit nicely. Very nice, heavy quality with nice embroidery. You should get yourself one. Shall I donate one to the cause?
@TractorTimewithTim
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! No, I love the hats I got...different style. I can’t handle the elastic on my head. Immediate headache!!! I do appreciate the offer!
@mi2tn
7 жыл бұрын
When I had the 425 I had the 54" blade with QH. I always hooked the QH up first and then just drove into the blade and lifted to attach it to the QH. As for moving dirt, with the 425 I pushed a lot of dirt and rock and had no problems. I bought the 425 back in '92 so I don't know if they make them cheaper now or not. It's that time of year so hope you don't get to much snow and for pete's sake don't send it down here. I am ready for it though. I put the chains on yesterday. With the hills and R-4's I need chains so I can stop from going over the edge. I was surprised the first time I pushed snow without chains. I had a hard time coming back up our drive without them and I sure didn't want to slide down it onto the road or over the edge. But with the FEL on at least that gave me a brake I could use to stop.
@dmorean
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I think you're supposed to hook up the QH first and leave it on so you can easily put on/take off blade, broom, blower. Why did you leave the QH on the blade? Seems that's creating more work.
@ringerson4x4
7 жыл бұрын
Your missing two hose guide's one mount's just behind the hood guard the other mount's just in front of the loader bracket. They should have come with the quick hitch, plus hardware. They will cure the clearance issue with the front tire when you are turning. In the mean time you can route the hose's on the inside of the hood guard.
@whitehd01
7 жыл бұрын
I work for a Deere dealership and personally own a 1025r...for 2017 Frontier is offering a 60" boom mounted front blade model AF10F designed for the 1 series tractors D120 or H120 loaders. I think it will be a better option then the 54 quick hitch blade and you can really stack the snow up in piles with a loader mounted blade.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
Sean, thanks for your comment, and thanks for watching. This is the only page I could find on the AF10F.www.deere.com/en_US/products/equipment/frontier_implements/loader_attachments/af10-series-front-blades/af10-series-front-blades.page? However, this page does not indicate if this blade can be hydraulically angled. Do you have any more information on this? BTW, where are you located?
@whitehd01
7 жыл бұрын
Im located in eastern Pennsylvania...as far as I know its a manual angle blade but I'm sure someone will find a way to adapt a cylinder on it to angle or maybe a kit might be offered in the future.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
Sean Hahn Thanks. Obviously the lack of a Deere provided 3rd SCV (or diverter) is the challenge here. I have family in Chambersburg.
I enjoy all of your videos and have learned a lot. I will be purchasing a new 1025R sometime this spring and your videos have helped me decide on what additional attachments I will need and want! I'm going to start with the 60" auto-connect mower and the H120 front loader. Keep up the good work! I live in the Brighton, Michigan area.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Todd K Smith thanks for checking in, Todd! I'm excited about your new tractor! Make sure you get some rear ballast. ...maybe the heavy hitch plus some rear weights.
@toddksmith7541
7 жыл бұрын
Yes. I definitely plan on rear ballast! I like the heavy hitch.
@duramaxmak
7 жыл бұрын
Tim I have the same blade on my John Deere F-935. I would recommend for you to take the two wear skids off and welding a piece of thicker Steel on the bottoms because they wear quickly. I am new to your channel and not aware of your abilities but making a heavier wear bar for the bottom of the blade is a good idea. I think the OEM is a little thin. Of course if you had your own Iron worker like Paul's you could make your own. I own the next model down myself a 55 ton Just thought I would give you some things I experienced with my blade
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
Milton Fludgecow I actually don't use the wear plates at all. They are raised all the way up. I let the blade float on the rubber cutting edge. Seems to work well, and clean the driveway very well. Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm certainly not nearly as talented at metal working as Paul!
@OgleBilly
5 жыл бұрын
Brother, just got my new 1023 and w/out this Visio, I may never have gotten my slow blade on it! Thank you Tim! B
@TractorTimewithTim
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Billy. Hope you are enjoying your 1023e!
@roystang3827
4 жыл бұрын
Tim, I think it is a lot easier to install if you attach the hydraulic assembly to the tractor first and then install the blade to the hydraulic assembly. Lifting the hydraulic assembly to the tractor is much lighter without the blade.
@brickwall217
3 жыл бұрын
Agree
@fredkaminski6138
7 жыл бұрын
Hello Tim, I have the same set up on my 2520. I feel the quick hitch is the weak link. I keep the 54 inch blower hooked up all winter, and when I need the blade, I just switch them out. If you take your time and don't get over aggressive it seems to do the job.
@midcoasttractorservice9182
2 жыл бұрын
I recently adapted one of the older blades to fit my 1723 Massey! I have a friend with a plasma table so he cut me some brackets. Unfortunately I only have the hydraulic lift at this time. I am able to push dirt with mine as well so it is a very useful piece.
@bobedenborg2519
4 жыл бұрын
very good video. for a first time blade user, a video on installing the hydraulic angle cylinder would be great. this would help to address the non-intuitive, poor location and orientation issues cited in the video. when converting from a blower, can't forget to change over the pivot locking pin.
@tractorboy31
7 жыл бұрын
i love using a back blade. thats what i grew up with. i need some steel wings for my blade cause it needs 1 ft wider since i moved my tires out for handling my loader. i run chains but i need some new ones that are for more field than highway use. getting more wheel wieghts eventually
@robertschmidt8675
5 ай бұрын
You need to do a video complete of what you have to do, from a more deck to a snow blower
@16B9
7 жыл бұрын
Good video Tim. I have the 1026R and use my 54" blade on it when I have a frozen base, so I can set it to free float when moving snow over my 5/8's minus gravel driveway. I found that in the mounting sequence, I put everything on the front of my tractor and then hang and lock the blade to the quick hitch. It's not that heavy for me. I noticed in your garage that you also have the FEL for your tractor. Have you tried using it to move snow? I installed some metal bolt on skis last year to it and it works really well to push and move snow. If you get a lot of snow I've found that the 54" blade, on a driveway, will allow the sides to come in on you as the snow builds up. Using a FEL allows you to pick up and move snow piles where using just a blade doesn't. Here is the link about those FEL skis I installed on my FEL. Thanks again for the video.
@retireddriver16
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim years ago I had a jd 140 with the 54 inches blade I had the tractor at about 1000 lbs it handled all the snow that Mother Nature dished out for several years a good trick is to paint the blade with a graphic paint also your loader bucket
@chex313
7 жыл бұрын
Great walkthrough on the setup Tim!
@johnnym8996
3 жыл бұрын
When you angle the blade, the other side pops up in the air. Is there a way to stop this from happening? One side of my cutting bar is getting eaten away.
@mikebreazeale2563
4 жыл бұрын
I have this blade and I love it! No problems yet. Great video Tim...Thanks for sharing...
@crslyrn
7 жыл бұрын
Overall, pretty nice setup. I've been watching your videos on that series of tractor you've got & you've been very informative. Thanks for posting. Stay safe.
@robertwinkelmann5738
4 жыл бұрын
I've been watching for awhile now and love your channel. Very glad i found this video because i bought a 1025R in October. I have two 425 all steer jd's one with this 54 inch blade and the other with a mower deck. I didn't like changing back and forth from blade to mower so i bought two. But i love the idea of putting the blade on my 1025R. I have used it for years to move snow and blade the rock driveway. Never had a problem what so ever other that getting high centered once in a while. I live about an hr and a half south west of St.louis,MO. Anyway just wanted to say the blade works great. Love the show. Have a Merry Christmas!
@TractorTimewithTim
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the positive comments. Sounds like you found the correct mounting hardware!
@robertwinkelmann5738
4 жыл бұрын
@@TractorTimewithTimNo I haven't found the correct bracket yet. Its going to be different than the one in your video. You have any ideas where to find or if its even being made?
@TractorTimewithTim
4 жыл бұрын
Robert Winkelmann yes, you can get it.
@robertwinkelmann5738
4 жыл бұрын
@@TractorTimewithTim Awesome!! Thanks
@akbychoice
7 жыл бұрын
JD should just build a blade that will go in place of the bucket on the FEL, you could push snow into larger piles.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+akbychoice they do now
@jdb48
7 жыл бұрын
Hello Tim. Thanks for the video's. I was going to buy a front blade until I inquired on the price. $1500.00 is way to high for me. So, I use my loader and newly purchased Frontier 2060L blade with glides.($525.00). I want to buy a cab for my 1025r, but they don't come with a/c. lol. God bless and may you and your family have a Merry Christmas. Luke 2:11
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Steve Wheeler I think the lack of A/C is why Deere doesn't offer the cab here in the US. Perhaps they don't have as much heat in Europe??
@jdb48
7 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim You can buy a Cozy, or a Curtis cab for them. I need one for the Vermont winters here.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Steve Wheeler sure. They have one or two equipped with Curtis cabs @ greenfarmparts headquarters. I got to check them out.
@kellygb9278
2 жыл бұрын
If you want the color coding on the quick connects, on the tractor, to match the action you expect the blade to do, leave the ones on the tractor on the the same fittings, ergo, black to black, yellow to yellow, just change the ones on the implement, if you have the same style fittings & enough hose length of course
@qfdforme
Жыл бұрын
Still the best review. Thanks.
@homesteadspirit9209
7 жыл бұрын
your Johnny is always so clean...mine always has dirt on it and stuck in the tires lol
@BG-vq9fd
Жыл бұрын
I am very happy with the blade on my X738. Just for the heck of it I decided I wanted to run the blade on my 2025R (I didn't like my loader mounted blade so I traded it for a grapple) and blower on my X738. MY QUESTION is can you leave the 3 brackets on the frame and still take the loader on and off with your set up? I bought my X738 when you and the dealer suggested the 1025. I have not regretted my decision at all. I do not put mine away without cleaning the snow off the quick hitch. It has worked fine for 6 years now.
@TractorTimewithTim
Жыл бұрын
The frame brackets, I think so. Depends on model year.
@chrisswartzwelder8494
Жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thank you so much it will be helpful.
@gerywright1154
2 жыл бұрын
Liked the video very much..I just purchased a 1025r..with mower and loader...my question is ..does the frame bracket for the quick attach..have to come back off..to put the loader back on
@TractorTimewithTim
2 жыл бұрын
No.
@gerywright1154
2 жыл бұрын
@@TractorTimewithTim ok. Thanks .and keep the videos and info coming
@lorinkramer1524
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I just bought the same blade and quick hitch for an older 445 and this video cleared up a lot of questions. But I do have a question. The two, J shaped "feet," on the bottom of the blade, both sides. What is your advice for adjusting them for a blacktop driveway? Right now, when the blade is set in the plowing position, the blade is about 2 inches too high/up off the driveway. Any advice is much appreciated. No, I don't have a manual, blade was a consignment purchase from JD dealer.
@brettwynne8676
2 жыл бұрын
Did you just answer my million dollar question? All I need to do is get the two brackets closet to the tractor then a blade and the lift adapter off a 445 in work?
@kyootfox
5 жыл бұрын
Looks like you take off the 3Pt arms for more room in the garage. I've considered it for the winter, but seems to be more disassembly than I wanted to do when it turns cold here in OH, plus I am lazy.
@aubreyward1023
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. It answers a several questions for me. I am about a year and a half from fleeing southern California and going home to Texas. I am leaning towards a 2025R. I believe the extra lift capacity will allow me to use a 5 foot finish mower and box blade. The E series would do the job but I really want to be able to drop off the FEL. I've had the good fortune to visit a JD dealership out here. I was able to avoid the salesmen and speak to a couple of mechanics. They agreed that the power/hp ratings of these tractors was actually lower than what they would dyno at. Have you had any issues with the power of yours in any of your jobs?
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+aubrey ward no issue with power. If interested in a 2025r, I would recommend waiting until the next generation comes out. Supposed to be announced this year.
@sixosixo
7 жыл бұрын
Great, informative video! Thanks Tim!
@jeffg813
2 жыл бұрын
"Attached support bracket kit" I'm confused by this. I love your videos, but I'ved watched this section multiple times and cannot figure it out. I have not decided on my tractor purchase yet so am just planning ahead. I currently have a non-hydraulic GT235 and switch between mower and plow. Doesn't help that you started talking about the heavy hitch, LOL. What is the attached support braket kit? Was that already on the 1025R? Was it there for the mower? Was it something you bought later to replace the original mower mount bracket? Does the attached support bracket kit work with both the mower and the quick attach plow, without changes? (I realize mower comes off before plow goes on). I've seen other videos where a user without the "attached support braket kit" has to remove mower brackets, and then install plow brackets, and then fit the quick attach plow bracket to those plow brackets (the side plates that replace the mower bracket side plates). So I'm wondering if the "attached support bracket kit" is some sort of solution to allow one universal bracket that works with both the mower and the plow (not at the same time, but without having to change brackets, meaning the side plates). Any clarification you can offer/suggest here would be welcome 🙂
@TractorTimewithTim
2 жыл бұрын
Ok. I know this entire connection mechanism is confusing. Adding to the confusion is that it continues to change! The 2020+ model year tractor does require removing one mower bracket. The 2019 and earlier models do not require removing any mower brackets. The attach support bracket is one of the three pieces on the floor to start…nearest the tractor. Worst case your dealer can help with all of the necessary parts, but hopefully you will figure it out.
@jeffg813
2 жыл бұрын
@@TractorTimewithTim Thanks. Your mentioning the model changes does help. Clarifies how different users may report different results/needs. Just as context to the why I was asking, it is part of my trying to decide between loader mounted snow clearing, vs frame mounted snow clearing. At this moment, even though frame mounted may be more efficient to clear snow, the ease of not messing with the mower bracket and installing the plow bracket (twice a year, every year), leans me toward loader mounted snow clearing. Also the issue of switching over between bucket moving snow piles to frame mounted snow clearing. I'm at this moment leaning toward the combo of bucket and snow pusher swapping on the loader, with back blade on the rear 3pt (which also provides some weight). 3 or 4 dozen videos from now I may change my mind, ha, ha, ha.
@TractorTimewithTim
2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffg813 Don’t let the mower bracket removal dissuade you. It is trivial to remove. …15 seconds.
@stenny1970
4 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim Love your videos Tim!
@krisyakymac
7 жыл бұрын
They are 1 bad ass machine yours looks newer then mine its a 2014 i would love to get a plow for mine i got only the front loader bucket the drive over cutting deck and the backhoe witch is really nice.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+kris yakymac welcome, Kris! Thanks for watching, and thanks for your comment. Ours is a 2014 model as well. Check out our other videos for more details!
@DouglasHopwood
9 ай бұрын
I have successfully grinded off the bottom of my blade and cutting edge because I have not adjusted my skid shoes correctly. I took the cutting edge off and turned it over and I ordered new heavier duty skid shoes I saw on one of your other videos. I also ordered a plastic or poly cutting edge that I saw on the same video. Two questions. 1 how low should the skid shoes be and is it correct that shipping should cost 71 $? Thanks
@TractorTimewithTim
9 ай бұрын
Skid shoes supposedly just below cutting edge…but I am not a fan. I use the uhmw or rubber cutting edge and just know that they will wear out.
@dukesnyder3607
7 жыл бұрын
Love it!! I keep my 54 on the X700 & have the FEL & SB1148 on my 1026R, ready for any snow here up north :-)
@alittlebitofeverything5090
7 жыл бұрын
Duke Snyder Nice tractors. About how much does the John Deere 1026r you have cost?
@dukesnyder3607
7 жыл бұрын
Bought it used with the loader & back blade for $13,500.oo
@dukesnyder3607
7 жыл бұрын
Only had 24 hours on it, bought in 2014
@alittlebitofeverything5090
7 жыл бұрын
Good price..I might get one next year...not because I really need it but I really want it! There's an attachment to take out your garbage can too!
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Troy M new subscriber? Check out my 'Christmas Gift ideas' video from a week or two ago. I show the trash can attachment there.
@mrmartlet8049
4 жыл бұрын
I installed the brackets as you showed, however the first quick hitch piece is the same width as my frame and the bar that goes into the slots won't fit inside the frame. I have a 2019. I'll head to the dealer tomorrow to see what's up. I tried removing the mower brackets and replacing them with the plow brackets, but the brackets didn't drop down enough. I either need the space between the back holes and the bar slot to be 1/4 inch longer or the bracket holes to be 1/4 inch higher.
@TractorTimewithTim
4 жыл бұрын
yea, sounds like a good time to get your dealer involved.
@RKHarm24
7 жыл бұрын
You answered my only question. Chains.. Wondered why you were not chained up while doing snow removal. You have sufficient weight and traction and can work without them.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+RK Harm24 I even run in 2wd mode most of the time. No issue with traction.
@RKHarm24
7 жыл бұрын
We have more sleet/freezing rain than snow.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+RK Harm24 yea. That is nasty stuff. Hard for blade to help much with that.
@SteveHerrick-yi4md
Жыл бұрын
I just purchased the 60" blade, so we will see how that works out
@seenithere
6 жыл бұрын
I have my stuff sitting on a dolly like you have the bucket sitting on, drive up to it hook up the hoses & it will hook right up, no lifting. I have a front mount snow blower that I have to deal with. Could you show me a better pic of your bracket set up, I was told by the dealer that I have to change the 2 sets of brackets from the mower q tach brackets to the blower q tach sett up. thx
@RVJimD
2 жыл бұрын
Tim, have you had trouble with interference on the tilt and lift cylinder hose connectors at the cylinders? In this video I noticed they connectors are configured slightly different than the way mine came. On your tilt connector you have a single 90 and then a formed tube 90 on the hose end. Mine didn’t come that way, but I think I can swap the lift hoses to the tilt. I don’t think there will be as much of a clearance concern with the lift cylinder. Mine came with two standard 90 fittings which always seem to twist and then they get pinched and bent with full left tilt which then causes a leak. I wish I could see what fittings you have on the lift cylinder. Thanks! Jim
@dusty072931
2 жыл бұрын
I’m having an issue with mine. When I angle the blade to the left it hits the hose and cracks the elbow fitting. Is there a certain way that it needs to be, because anyway I look at it it’s going to break the fitting.
@J.......J
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim for all your hard work and dedication sharing info related to the JD 1025r etc. I have a question on the snow blade without use of the Artilian additions. How should the feet adjustments be set? Flush with the bottom of the blade? Or should one leave a 1/2" gap from blade to driveway top?
@TractorTimewithTim
3 жыл бұрын
You can run it either way. Whatever works for you. On concrete or asphalt, I use the Artillian rubber cutting edge, and I do not worry about the feet at all...I keep them way up out of the way. On rock surfaces, the feet must be down. I use the heavy hitch larger feet rather than those little standard feet which wear out quickly.
@truckerray7533
7 жыл бұрын
Hi Mr. Tim, thankya for sharing this video on the connection of your front snow plow blade. Questions: 1.) Can this blade or any like it be attached to the front loader? You then would be able to get the height you need for when you need to do any angling. 2.) Also, when your were talking about the back dragging of the snow & ice, is there any way that those hose connection fittings could be remounted to a higher position so ya wouldn't have to worry bout the snow & ice buildup around em? 3.) Does those "artillian" wing ends come with the blade or do ya have to purchase them separately? Thankya again for this video. Still in shopping mode for the perfect "Johnny". Take care & God bless.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Rodney Leonard you can get the wings at www.artillian.com. Also, Artillian sells a loader mounted quick hitch adaptwr so that you can attach this blade to the front of the loader.
@TractorTimewithTim
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, artillian mount would be superior. If you get more snow than we get, it would help to pile it. Remember, the artillian mount is not ‘instead of’ but rather ‘in addition to’. So, you can start with this, then add the artillian mount later. See our website for an article on snow removal options for the 1-series.
@roystang3827
4 жыл бұрын
Tim, I have the blade and hydraulic hardware that mounted directly on to my JD X739 but now want to use it on the 1025R. Can you buy the mounting bracket kit needed to adapt to the 1025R separately?
@TractorTimewithTim
4 жыл бұрын
I dunno, Roy. Great question for greentractortalk.com tell em I sent you. Include a photo or two so that they know what kind of blade you have.
@qfdforme
2 жыл бұрын
I have the identical setup including the Artillian rubber cutting edge and wings. Bill
@user-qi6xt9nu3k
6 ай бұрын
Do you know the part # for the brackets that mount to the tractor frame? I have the 1025r, just can't seem to be sure of the right part
@HuyNguyen-vk8iq
7 жыл бұрын
very informative Tim, thanks!
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment!
@corbysherman4710
7 жыл бұрын
Tim when you bought your Deere were you considering any other tractor manufacturers? I'm in the the market for a sub compact. We've always owned John Deere and currently have a Z757 zero turn with the 25 hp Kawasaki which we love and are keeping but we need something to replace our old lawn tractor. LX188. We live on 6.5 acres and really need a good all round machine. I've been looking at Kubotas as well and the Ventrac 4500 has piqued my interest. Anyway thanks for input and I like your videos.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
I considered other manufacturers to some degree. I investigated the specs, etc. However, I have a bias toward Deere because of my family's farm background. Additionally, my dad has had several small Deere's over the years for lawn mowers (750, 770, and now a 3320 w/cab). So, honestly, my bias led to the Deere. Since my original purchase, I have become more interested in the competing brands. During last year's farm show, I looked closely at many competing brands, evaluating things like ergonomics, ease of 'connectivity', etc. While the Deere MAY not live up to the specs of some of the other machines on paper, the connectivity, ergonomics, longevity of dealer support, parts availability, etc would lead me back to Deere again. Even on the specs, I see that my 1025R's abilities FAR exceed the specs listed. For instance, I can lift 1000lbs off the ground (not to full height) with my loader. Are you within a day's drive to Louisville, Ky? We are going to the NFMS Feb 17th-18th. You can see every brand in existence there. We'd love to meet you (and all subscribers) there.
@tomr9509
7 жыл бұрын
Wish I'd know about the HH discount.I used the one from the forum and got 2.5%.Greg has great stuff,I wish he made a front weight bracket for the x series.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+Tom Reed has it shipped yet? If not, call/email Greg. He will fix it for you!
@tomr9509
7 жыл бұрын
Already in transit.I'm sure I'll be ordering again.Thanks.
@tomnephew8459
8 ай бұрын
Great video Tim. Where can I get the artilian wings and cutting edge?
@TractorTimewithTim
8 ай бұрын
Artillian.com :-)
@sheldoncoder4821
Жыл бұрын
When you have 2' of snow or more, a snow blower is best. If you have less than 2' foot a blade is best, I think. Thank u.
@koplataroo2786
7 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim, good video. Have you tried any of the rear blades by frontier? You can pull or push snow and the rear 3 point hitch attachment is a lot easier for attaching. I'm trying to decide which would be better, as I already have the snowblower on the front.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
I don't have much to add on this. Haven't used a rear blade for snow removal since I was a kid. A front blade is MUCH nicer. However, with the snow blower, not sure what I would recommend. I would suggest that you will have the quickhitch already attached, so switching from blower to front blade would be easy. Also, the cost will be much reduced because you already have the quick hitch.
@stevenjones6298
4 жыл бұрын
How about the 54" snowblower. Positive or negative? Need to purchase this fall. Not sure which would be best
@1teddy1979
7 жыл бұрын
agree with your comments I thought they were pretty light built, that and the fact that you can't really pile it up much made me put a plow on my loader
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+1teddy1979 I still love it. I was afraid my comments sounded negative. ...but it works great!
@1teddy1979
7 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim ya for sure the 1026 or 1025 will push alot for a little tractor
@rlmartin58
4 жыл бұрын
I purchased a 2009 X700 with a mower deck and snow plow last year it came with the deck installed when I started to mow for the season I played with the height adjustment knob a little but didnt seem to make much difference so i just relied on the wheels and was very pleased with the cutting job I have now taken the deck off and installed the blade height and angle are working fine Remembering the deck lift I asked around if it should be disengaged and was told to turn the height arm all the way up doesnt seem to do much I wondering if the knob is wore and not turning the shaft but the arms dont seem to move does hooking up the blade hydraulics some how disengage them How will I get the deck working and the height adjusted next spring
@TractorTimewithTim
4 жыл бұрын
Ask on greentractortalk.com. I have no experience with x700 series.
@rastrand1
Жыл бұрын
I have the 54" quick hitch snowblower. If I change from snowblower to snowplow would I need more than the blade (1492M) and the hydraulic kit (BLV10880) ? Will the front quick hitch work as is?
@TractorTimewithTim
Жыл бұрын
I do not know. Sorry.
@mark-ew8hk
7 жыл бұрын
i have a 54 blade,a 72 blade and i can put each one on my 120h loader with quick hitch
@hunterskhal7002
4 жыл бұрын
Do you know where the part number is on the rear part of the quick hitch? I got a used one off of a 1025r and it doesn’t seem to fit. Frame and quick hitch are 13 7/8ths wide on mine
@zelks1
2 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a 1025R and have a 54 inch blade with quick hitch where can I get the bracket kit to add to my tractor to adapt the blade
@robertdodds8401
3 жыл бұрын
Tim I wonder if R2 would design a shoe for the blade you show. It would be helpful to push snow on grass as it has been for the bucket on my 2038r.
@TractorTimewithTim
3 жыл бұрын
Would be nice! Maybe I can convince them!
@qfdforme
5 жыл бұрын
Well done! Very thoughtful. I am debating the purchase of a 1025R or a x739. Why don’t you just push snow with loader?
@TractorTimewithTim
5 жыл бұрын
I show several approaches on this channel. The direct attached blade is VERY efficient.
@bryanbrossart4435
5 жыл бұрын
Saved me again, LOVE YOU BROTHA!!! THX
@jolanni7
4 жыл бұрын
How about a back blade for your back drag tasks? I know it will add length to your tractor but maybe you don't need it all the time and they are cheap.
@williemakit8548
7 жыл бұрын
Tim, what are your thoughts on using the loader with a detachable 4way snow blade. That way you could use blade or bucket as needed. I have a 790 deere with an (old school) loader that doesn't have a detachable bucket, but has a 4ft blower on the back. I also have a kubota RTV x 1100c with a 6.5ft western V plow. The 1100c is new to me this winter and becomes my primary snowfighter because of the heated cab and the 790 becomes my backup snowfighter here in upstate NY
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+willie Makit like your handle. I discuss the FEL mount blade on my website. For me, just not necessary. We don't get enough snow to use the main advantage (higher stacking). No heated cab here. Perhaps I can send Christy out to use the blade???
@scottcrick
7 жыл бұрын
thanks Tim!! love all the videos!
@RADIODJMAN1963
Жыл бұрын
Hey Tim, awesome video...can't wait to use my 54" blade this winter! Where can you buy the artillion (hope that's right) wings? Thank you in advance.
@TractorTimewithTim
Жыл бұрын
Artillian.com
@jamesnagle7894
3 жыл бұрын
Great job Tim!!
@markgolding34
Жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, I have a 60 " snow blade, I live in NE Pa, and we have wet snow more than dry, I have a customer that has a new gravel driveway and does not want me to plow his snow and scrape up the gravel I have tried to use the skids that come with the plow but they tend to dig into the gravel, do You know of anyone that has a wider skid set up for the blade. it looks like your 54" blade has the same set up. and while I'm at it the rubber edges you have will they fit my 60" blade?
@TractorTimewithTim
Жыл бұрын
I think the answer is ‘no’ or ‘I cannot help you’ on all of your questions! Sorry!
@robertschmidt8675
5 ай бұрын
Do you have to remove those brakes to put the more deck back on
@TractorTimewithTim
5 ай бұрын
The two between blade and tractor, yes. The little ‘lip’ on the front frame of tractor, no.
@tcbridges
6 жыл бұрын
Tim, Love watching all your videos. I just ordered a 2025R and should be in about 3 weeks with the 120R loader. My question is you are putting that blade on and have the loader off. How hard is it to switch back and forth all year around I also want to used the blade in the summer for grading my driveway and pushing dirt leveling
@TractorTimewithTim
6 жыл бұрын
+Thomas Bridges i don't recommend using that blade for dirt or rock work. The quick attach just isn't strong enough for that. I take the loader on and off multiple times per week. 2-4 min.
@SRTRubicon08
7 жыл бұрын
Tim, did you get any shipping deals for the artillian products? Went to purchase the rubber blade and side extensions and had over $70 in shipping costs?
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+SRTRubicon08 wow! I purchased well before they were acquired by Curtis. Perhaps you should call and ask for a more 'personalized' shipping quote?
@SRTRubicon08
7 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim will do. Just seemed a bit high for the dimensions of what would be shipped.
@TractorTimewithTim
7 жыл бұрын
+SRTRubicon08 any update on this? Did they become more reasonable on their shipping?
@SRTRubicon08
7 жыл бұрын
Tractor Time with Tim I had to send several emails in regards to their shipping quotes. After my 2nd communication I received a reply with a "reduced" shipping rate of $58.50. I still felt that was still a bit high, and asked it was possible to discount the product slightly to help offset the total. I asked Friday r that on Wednesday and I'm still waiting for a response. It seems that their customer service isn't a very high priority. To put things in prospective: I ordered my jd 54" blade, front quick hitch, hydraulic cylinder, mounting plates, jd imatch for my 3pt. and steering wheel spinner that was all shipped on a pallet to my garage for free with green dealer, yesterday. I just can't see how some rubber costs so much to ship.
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