@@SF-fm7ov Ouch! I didn't catch that, but I know he's super aware of the jobsite and grew up farming himself. It is really important around equipment to always know what's going on around you.

Yeah, I've been meaning to do that since everyone's suggesting it. Can't wait to see if it has a positive effect.

Youre welcome. I wasnt sure myself at first because there was only 1 thread showing on the shaft and it was kinda hard to tell the pitch.

Thanks for commenting

Gotta keep the bad stuff in there too! I knew it was too muddy, I just got cocky I guess.

I thought it could make it through to get across to do some trail work on the other side. It's a good thing I got stuck before I got into the drink.

Thanks! I'm realizing some of things too. I've heard about the reservoir leaking oil. Not sure if that's true yet, but the other day I realized the reservoir was empty. So either it leaked in my truck bed or it uses a good amount of oil. So keep an eye on it for sure. I've also ran into a couple times where it didn't seem to cut to well at a reach. So the verdict is still out on it but it has been very useful for a couple of tasks I've been putting off due to lack of this type of tool.

You're welcome. Yes, mine doesn't load string very easily itself. I use the thicker 0.095 line and the spool only takes 6 feet or so of line.

Yep, I'm only making the shaft stationary and spinning the head counterclockwise by hand. There is thread locker so it takes a little bit of elbow grease to break it free. Good luck

I want to make sure I'm doing this right. So the screwdriver is only making contact with the shaft and is in the slot of the shaft? Because I'm using WD-40, had it soaking for about 15 minutes in WD-40 and it won't budge. I'm ready to take a multitool to it and cut it off😮‍💨

@@smjohn4640 you got it right but I found it essential to use that larger flathead when breaking it loose just to give you that extra leverage and resistance.

Thanks heading to Home Depot ​for bigger screwdriver. Will let you know how it goes

You're welcome. Just showing my mistakes so others can avoid them.

Yep, worked better than I thought it would when I first had the idea.

Thanks! Slowly but surely it got done.

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree I've done a ton, your install was text book!

@@sirifimayWith all that experience, coming from you, it's an honor.

I didnt know that they were compatible so maybe most electric trimmer heads will be? Thanks for watching and commenting!

Here is the video I did for the Speed Feed 400 on a Kobalt 80v. You do have to retap the threads on the Green or Gold adapter. I used a flat head adapter on a racket to get mine loose. I think you get a little more leverage that way. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIaopqqfbNuGrZI

Don't know that yet. I need to source those though so that this isn't a disposable. Thanks for commenting Bill!

Thanks. Are you referring to the way I was clearing the bucket after dumping it? I want to know what to look out for.

I believe you might be right on that. I rarely put it in high range but was trying to minimize travel time between point A and B on this one. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Thanks Matt. Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, these machines are real backsavers and timesavers and they allow me to do jobs that I just can't or really don't have the desire to do by hand anymore. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!

You're welcome! Glad it helped. Thank you for watching and commenting!

You can reach quite a ways up if you're willing to stretch it. I figure anything higher than that doesn't need cutting yet.

Thanks for the comments! I agree as well. I now have the 80v trimmer, edger, polesaw, and blower, and most recently added the 40v hedge trimmer (since they don't have an 80v version I guess). Quite the collection I've accumulated over the past 2+ years.

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree What out doors man can resist buying tools. Harbor freight is like a candy store. I think Atlas tools are really well built.

@@aljay2955 thanks! I'm not too disappointed with them at this point and I have 5 different Atlas tools now. There are a couple issues but they are a good value for what you're getting.

Appreciate it! Previous commenters informed me of this so I know I made this harder than it had to be.

Appreciate it! Previous commenters informed me of this so I know I made this harder than it had to be.

Thanks! It's fun to operate even though it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of my subcompact.

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree BTW, I have that same blade for mine!

The powered 4-way is the way to go. Moves snow like a dream.

Thanks! It came out about as good as I could've hoped for. Now to see if it will do the job.

I hadn't heard that about the 420 (very nice tractor btw). Gotta love the local hardware store for those odd one off parts and pieces that you don't want to buy a whole box of. Thanks for watching and commenting!

You're very welcome! There are several reasons why knowing how to remove this can come in handy. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!

Thanks! We're coming down the home stretch.

You're welcome! Glad I could demonstrate the best way to do this for you. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Thanks! I had a freind who found that 430 series and recommended your maintenance videos. I will definitely ve checking those out.

Thanks for the support Dennis! I have been through Loudonville many times in my life so I know the area. I am in North Central Ohio so west of your area.

Thanks Lou. I've worked in construction all of my adult life and I've seen some of those companies really take care of their trucks. I just want to make sure that I can use them again and again.

I drive truck that is very Appreciated Don't take much to mess up mirrors and tarp

Thanks again!

Thank you for the support!

Thank you! My daughter is very talented and dedicated with that kinda stuff.

Thank you! I've realized patience is the key. You will gain and you will lose some but it WILL hapoen.

Thanks! Elaborate please. My wife and I are reading Judges right now. Very interesting book.

Gideon was facing an army of close to 3o,000 l of some enimy that were giving the Isrelites a bunch of grief.... God told him that the men he had to many, because with that many the Isralites would claim victory instead of giving God the praise,, so he told Gideon, to sent home any that were afraid to fight..... All that were left was 10;000. God said still to many, to take those that remain to drink from the river...... All those who drank directly from the river..... to sent hem Home-------------- that left 300.... ..... He gave each a container with a candle in it..... they surrounded the camp, screamed the battle cry, and the disoriented enemy ran.... I became less involved with You Tube When right after the 2016 election the Then CEO of the platform was videoed telling her employees, that they were going to try and make sure that never happened again...... that along with who and what they support put my fire out..... The praise from men is Temporary The Praise from GOD is ETERNAL !!!

You are right on all accounts and I appreciate your position on it. It's important to be realistic. I would never want to have to rely on this for my sole sustenance and it could go away in an instant. My discernment is where blessings are not of God, a moral compromise is required. As long as I don't have to compromise my morals, then I give God the glory for the blessings.

Thank for loyally supporting the channel!

Thanks! I'm looking to having some piles of stone to work with (and getting the front yard put back together)

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree I bet and the rain is not helping much either I bet. I know it is a soggy mess here!

Thank you for the kind comments!. My wife does a good job with that and my daughter has a real knack for editing. The project is more of a comprehensive one but it all needs done to get it right.

Thanks Rick! Yeah, I don't think that would work for us either because in the spring it seems like it rains more often than not. A drywell in our yard right now would probably have a puddle on top since we've had rain the last 3-4 days in a row.

I need to replace mine as well. My issue is that the head becomes harder to load full. Are you having that issue as well?

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree Yes i am. @zrrifle said a Toro Flex force one works so I just bought one. I will report back on if its compatible.

​@@Richychabo78 was it compatible??

@@Richychabo78 I just bought (actually got it free with battery purchase) this trimmer so I'm interested in if your replacement worked for future reference.

@@ed2901 only thing not shown on the video was the shaft circular key you need to take out and remove. I used a pick and took it out.

True. My rapid charger was 59.99 when I purchased 2 years ago. Since I already had that and the battery when I bought the trimmer, the blower and edger didn't hurt the wallet so much.

I'm seeing 79.99 charger, 139.99 for the smaller battery and 249.99 for the bigger one.

Yea, my bad on the charger it is 79.00 dollars

@@GPayne5089 too bad it went up even that much though. Everything of mine is still working well though and my son bought the big battery for me at Christmas so I intend to try that out this summer.

@tractorstrailsandlivingfree yea, my neighbor went and bought the trimmer and leaf blower , and I honestly like them that leaf blower it pushes air just as good and my gas leaf blower , but it is allot like any other battery platform your biggest hit will be the battery not so much the tools you could end up 1000 of dollars in just batteries before you know it

That is a very fair question. Thank you. So I'm sure you've seen on this channel many videos where I have used the Massey because only it can do some of the tasks I need it for. There are a couple things that I do like using the 430 for. 1. Snow plowing and some dirt work. The angled plow just works better in my opinion than my loader bucket. In addition to that, I'm closer to the work in the 430 which allows me to finesse it where I can't even see level on my Massey bucket. 2. The 3 point hitch is just more accessible and ready to go whereas I'd have to uninstall and reinstall the backhoe to use the Massey"s. This because I only have room to store it with the backhoe installed. But you're right, the Massey is much more powerful all things considered. Good points!

I also wanted to add something based on your post. I wouldn't pay 6k for a 430 with the following exceptions. If it had a few attachments and/or a factory cab already not including the mower deck. If it was something uniquely rare such as mint condition with super low hours. As you could see in my timelapse video with all the add-ons I did with mine, I believe my total cost was under 6k.

@@tractorstrailsandlivingfree I paid $4000 for a minty 455 with the 3 pt hitch and 60in 7iron mow deck. There are good deals out there. The 430 in nice, but the foot pedals are much easier to use.

@@D.Trider I've always though the 455 was/is a great machine. The foot controlled transmission is ideal for sure but I will say that with practice the 430 hand controlled is a special kind of fun. I would trade a 430 for a 455 given the chance because of the foot pedals and the more standard 540 pto speed.

You and me both. I have to get this fixed before redoing the sidewalk and the driveway so this overall project will take some time to finish.

That's what I like to hear!