Recent content by Tinstar

Will also try using a new pair of vise grips. Dont think it will work but have to try. Don’t know if they’re aluminum or steel. Will look tonight in the TM and see if they’re listed so i can get the size to order new ones.

Does anyone know if these rivets or whatever they’re called, can be reused? If so, how to remove them without destroying them? I need to address this rust and need to remove the tag to do it. I know they’re grooved so when they get hammered in, they twist and tighten. If these aren’t able to...

Installed the new battery’s today. Looks much different than the hawkers. It will work for now. Under hood is filthy and will get a bath tomorrow now that I can move the truck.

Had a Hawker Battery go bad. The other one is still strong as ever. Attempted to revive it over the last two weeks with zero success. It will not hold a charge above 11.55 I don’t feel like spending $2k on a new set of Hawker 6TAGMs right now, so regular battery’s it is. Broke out the Optima...

What they probably didn’t mention is that when you do that, it leaches out whatever chemical and shortens the lifespan of the plastic piece drastically. (That's why it initially looks good again) There's videos of that too, guys doing bumper covers and mirrors, etc. It will fade again but much...

It’s ready for duty. (The jack turned out great It was very rough.) Couldn’t have done it without everyone’s help and support. Very much appreciated.

I did Their posted in one of the threads above.

Big plans for the ranch. New desert property will get attention later. Need to redo pond and expand it. Etc. Have a LOT of big trees to take down and that size machine is the most “bang for the buck” that I can afford. Buying generators, trailers and parts isn’t helping.

It definitely beat a Jack and rolling around in gravel. I’m saving up for a 220/240 series Volvo excavator. Halfway there

Tractor makes changing tires really easy. The new trailer originally had a MEP-803A on it. I was going to pour a pad and permanently install generator. This gives me a lot more options I’m ready.

It was a long trip to get this trailer, thanks to SS Member FarmingSmallKubota, who gave me a fantastic deal, made the trip worth while. Got to see parts of the country I hadn’t seen before. Trailer towed great and while a bit bouncy, had zero issues. One of the HMMWV tires was flat and would...

Jack was abused but some love and grease and new parts made a difference. Towed it home on CUCV wheels and hubs stayed nice and cool. Brakes do not work, so that is next priority. Hopefully it’s just needs adjustment Installed LED taillight bulbs on way home before it got dark. Huge...

Had to fix the typical forklift damage on the rear support bracket. Was not easy since it is 1/4” plate steel. New marker bucket installed and dent removed. It came with this strange floor plate up front. Have no idea what it’s used for.

Updates Trailer acquired and generator installed. tows great and aside from needing a new jack wheel and top cover and marker light bucket, it’s perfect. The generator cover came from SS member CallMeColt and it fits fantastic. Heavy duty material and worth the money. Also installed an...

Great score! That's a handy looking trailer. Will be looking for one of these. Picture is from the Holden Factory.