Recent content by sgf

I bought my thumb about a year ago and finally got it installed so I figured I'd share the results in case it helps someone else. My machine is plumbed to where I could have added a hydraulic thumb. I opted for the fixed thumb solely due to a much lower price point. Ultimately this is what I...

I really appreciate everyone who took time to reply for their input but I am going with the oil I mentioned. It is locally available, a quality brand and affordable when compared to some of what I consider the ridiculous cost of some alternatives. I am the type who tries hard to use the right...

After saying I decided on the AW46 I received some replies on the thread and I read them all. I never was able to determine the pump mfg. for my machine. I have spent a crazy amount of time researching this so I'll share what I learned hoping it might help someone else. You can pretty much pick...

Since it has been years since I asked my small local NH dealer for their recommendation, and they changed ownership since then, I tried again today. The service manager told me they do not use motor oil in the hydraulic systems, including the older machines. He said they use whatever hyd. fluid...

Final update, I hope! Close to $1600 at the last visit, 4 starters (some under warranty), 2 batteries, an aftermarket then a New Holland ignition switch and a bad wire replaced, that was likely the issue all along, I finally have my machine back. I could write a book on my many opinions on the...

I know this topic has been addressed here and on other forums in the past but with the ever changing formulas and government bans on some additives I'd like an update. My 1999 Lx665 manual recommends diesel rated 10w30 motor oil in both the engine and hydraulic system. I bought the machine...

Then it's the same as a Ford or riding mower style remote solenoid. I think I need to trace wires to find what I need since my issue is "where" rather than "how".

I've done it that way with chevy starters but I don't recall this one having the integral solenoid. I'll take a look, thanks.

I need to start my 99 Lx665 with a remote starter switch, the kind with two leads and a button to complete the circuit. I once noticed a mechanic connect one battery to the positive battery terminal and the other wire to a point in the engine compartment. Anyone know the spot it connects to? I...

Does anyone know of commonly available grey and red paint, Rustolium etc. that matches the Takeuchi paint. I checked on line but $22.00 a can plus shipping is more than I want to pay.

I like your thinking, even though it does scare me a bit. Seem like it works for you and it's hard to argue that.

No Sir, it doesn't matter if the store is close by if I order it. My prefered option is local procurement but I was willing to order if I couldn't get what I want locally. I found that ordering online was less cost effective in this case. There were free shipping options but the prices were...

Thanks for the input. Along with a bunch of other research I took your comments into account. I think I am going with this https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/traveller-extreme-duty-3-moly-lithium-complex-nlgi-2-grease-14-oz-cartridge As per my original post I wanted to 1. meet equipment...

I just talked to someone from a company that runs everything from cranes, which they refurbish internally, and skid steers and most everything in between. He says they run this grease in everything without issues, at least as far as they are aware after many years...

Besides my 99 Lx665 I also have a Takeuchi mini-excavator and 1960 and 1968 farm tractors. So far I have greased them using high temp. grease someone gave me a box of. This weekend I bought one of those battery operated grease guns. I already have four or five manual grease guns since it seems...