Machinery
Here are a few thoughts on oils used to lubricate gasoline-fueled engines.
High demand, low supply send planter and combine prices to the moon.
A seal kit to rebuild a leaky hydraulic cylinder is always cheaper than the cost of a new cylinder. But there are times when it is more economical (not necessarily cheaper) to install a new cylinder.
Few things are more annoying than being broke down in the field and knowing you have the perfect tool to make the repair … back in your shop.
Deere & Co reported a 17% rise in quarterly profit on Friday, boosted by higher sales for its tractors, combines and sprayers.
Overlooked tools can save the day during field repairs.
Busch Light and John Deere are teaming up for a special “For the Farmers” beer can. The beer will be sold across the Midwest May 16-July 3, and $1 from each sale will be be donated to Farm Rescue.
Probing to test voltage in electrical connectors on farm equipment can be a challenge. Here are some tricks.
This is the highest auction price on a John Deere 9300 in 10 years.
Even minute amounts of moisture can cause big problems when making repairs to sensitive electronic circuits on modern farm equipment.
There are some things I can absolutely guarantee when working on machinery. Such as ...
Fathers of invention: The Taggart operation built eight 4WD tractors from the 1950s-1970s, testament to the mechanical genius of an Arkansas farming family.
There are tools every farmer knows to have handy while planting. But here are a few useful “pocket tools” unique to planting.
Andy Pasztor is an Ontario, Canada farmer first who’s also found fame on social media for his ability to make any tractor shine. Thanks to farmers on social media, that passion turned into a business for “Andy Clean.”
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The Right to Repair movement in agriculture is a popular cause with farmers, for various good and questionable reasons. As multiple states create Right to Repair rules, it looks like we may be watching the wrong battle.
Here’s a story about my father’s experiences with bench vises.
John Deere has captured the spotlight with pictures and descriptions of an autonomous tractor. Just like six years ago, Case debuted a concept model of an autonomous tractor, leaving farmers intrigued.
Is a revolutionary new material, reportedly stronger than steel and light as plastic, knocking at the agriculture equipment industry’s doorstep?
Parag Garg, Chief Digital Officer, “Our vision for the future is to make precision technology, so smart and so easily that the customers can focus on what really matters to them.”
In 2016, Dale Roberts began designing a DIY mower-sprayer in his farm shop, and six years later, he has a patent and a significant equipment innovation.
Whereas farmers used to look for tractors with less than 500 hours, now with demand so high and supply constrained, the threshold is less than 5,000 hours.
A homemade trailer offers customization and cost savings.
A fellow mechanic and I used to say, “Fire is our friend” when we were stymied making repairs.
A good bench vise is an essential tool in any shop. Here are tips and facts about those oft-overlooked necessities.
There comes a time when we‘re almost caught up with the most pressing chores. Then we find ourselves in our shop wondering, “What should I do next?” Here is my list.
Autonomy is poised to introduce new levels of productivity on the farm — and fun.
Some accuse me of having a “negative personality,” and say I focus too much on my mistakes.
Mid-winter often brings the click-click-click sound of a starter solenoid signaling its battery is dead.
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