I got a new tractor mower! Frontier RC2072 John Deere 4066R

I got a new rotary mower and I explain why. The Frontier RC2072 should be a great fit behind my John Deere 4066R tractor.
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[@dougdavis4439]

You can never have to many tractor attachments Andrew. I look forward to your comparison, many will benefit from that information I'm sure!

[@stevensaxon8888]

Good evening Mr Doug. Hope you're having a blessed evening

[@TKCL]

Amen to that! I can think of another 10 attachments I'd love to have. Good to hear from you, take care !

[@dougdavis4439]

@@TKCL Agreed, sorry I missed the live. Working on something that came up. Can't wait to see what's next. Congratulations on the channel growth my friend!! Much overdue!!

[@TKCL]

No worries, we know you are a busy man! People always look forward to seeing you on.

[@ACO-Amy]

I said the same Mr. Doug! 🙂 Have a wonderful evening/day sir.

[@silverrussell1978]

A couple of recommendations for you to consider; Pat's quick hitch is the cat's meow and I highly recommend. Take the chain off the pto shaft cover and let it rotate freely - less maintenance on the cover and it still protects you.

[@wiseprepper125]

Congratulations on the mower. Yep it will look like a park soon. Loved turning up my Led Zeppelin to drowned out the noise. Led Zeppelin rocks best rock group ever. Makes doing work easier.

[@TKCL]

My second favorite band of all time!

[@jeremiahs45]

Always a right attachment for the right job. Glad you were able to get a deal on the rotary mower from your dad.

[@Tripring2000]

Andrew, that’s a fantastic addition to your mowing arsenal. Can’t wait for more mowing videos. Riding a tractor mowing can be so relaxing and therapeutic. Helps to take your mind off other things and allow you to focus on the task at hand.

[@TKCL]

It is relaxing!

[@jason27swg]

we had a sickle bar mower we use to cut along and under fences with along wiry tree lines. bet you are glad you have a hydrostatic transmission

[@TKCL]

Hydro is the best there is for mowing, no doubt! That's the main reason I don't own a larger frame tractor. I'd love to have a sickle bar mower.

[@highstepperARF]

Nice…I just picked up a used one. The gearbox has a vented fill plug so if you leave it in the rain or rinse it off, water will get into the gearbox and the lube will get milky.

[@TKCL]

I seen that... Luckily mine will always be under shelter.

[@mstrickk1]

Those decks are great. Buddy of mine had a few, we would hit up to 10 inch limbs with it and mulch them down while mowing. Anything bigger we went around.

[@auburnaviator6167]

Congratulations! Always good to find deals and there are many things that the bush hog will be better suited for than either of your other two mowers.

[@TKCL]

Very true!

[@ACO-Amy]

I'm officially jealous and possibly drooling. You simply cannot have too many tractor attachments. I can't wait for the series/video because I know I'll learn a ton! Yes! Thanks Andrew!

[@TKCL]

No you can't!

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

Why do I have a feeling that you'll need a much bigger space for all your equipment? Thanks to Dad for keeping it well for you!!!!

[@TKCL]

Lol naaaaa, I have storage plans for the future.

[@ezinatx]

In my area a rotary mower is commonly called a shredder because that is what this machine does to grass and brush. In tall weeds the leading edge of the mower pushes the stalks onto the ground and the mower will not cut efficiently. You look back sometimes and see stalks popping back up where you just mowed. In those areas, you might raise the deck and drive slower, then circle back with a lower deck for a finish cut (my experience). Nice video and I'm looking forward to part 2.

[@jusinburton5286]

I just remove my grass Y blades off my flail and installed 1.5lb hammers and its a brush eating machine. That brush hog looks brand new congratulations!!!!

[@TKCL]

Actually the Y blades are for grass and brush. Duck foot blades or scoops are for grass and work amazingly well. I have a set of both. No doubt hammers are for brush only, but my drum isn't necessarily beefy enough for major brush cutting.

[@ryanzynda5114]

That mower will come in really handy for your property. 🤠

[@johnspoon923]

I have the JD MX6 for my 4066R. Works great and so far, it has been bullet proof.

[@TKCL]

That's a excellent mower, much better built than this one.

[@aoutdoors1414]

I deal with these type's of mower's on the daily for the company I work for and some other heaver type's of mower's as well great video glad you found a good deal too have a blessed day and evening.

[@pampilgrim2274]

Hi, Andrew! Congratulations on your awesome purchase! A man and his tractor 🚜

[@TKCL]

Love it!

[@DavidJones-wq9cm]

I have a 6' brush hog that a mow a lot of grass/ fields with. The secret is good sharp blades. For cutting weeds and brush dull blades work best.

[@TKCL]

Be careful, sharp blades aren't usually the best for thick brush, rocks or any potential hazards. I've always preferred a slightly rounded over blade as they don't chip like a sharp edge. No doubt a sharper edge is beat for grass.

[@ashleywelborn9644]

I have found that if I use a leaf blower to remove the grass/ debris from the cutter deck it works better than washing. I use it to blow the tractor off at the same time.

[@TKCL]

That's what I need to do up top. Less water, less rust.

[@linnjensen7469]

I have the cat 1 quick attach for my 4052R and I just love it

[@TKCL]

I'm testing one soon.

[@mjh123crh]

Back when I worked in the orchard I use to mow with a Bush Hog 109 inch mower and that thing would mow some grass, granted we had to use the 4 cylinder 2030 tractor with 60 hp to run it because with 2 gear boxes and 4 rotating blades along with 2 boggy wheels it took some horse power to run... I rebuilt the top deck with 1/4 inch T1 steel and it made it a tad bit heavier but man it was strong...

[@mjh123crh]

I also did some mowing with a Flail after the pruners were done because it made it less labor intensive to chop it up rather than pick it up and haul it out of the orchard. One thing I would suggest would be to hard face both the rotatory blades as well as the flail hammers because it makes them last way longer. Just remember to put an edge back on the rotary blades so they cut instead of rip the stuff...

[@TKCL]

Awww man, you guessed my upcoming video. I don't know of anyone that hard faces mower blades. I've always been curious about experimenting with that. I've already got the rods. Video coming soon!

[@billybrown1979]

like the video. i hope you did not make the grass or weeds mad for cutting them up not standing ha. be bless and love. SAVANNAH TN.

[@mikerichard-FOPA3]

Sometimes when the price is right you just have to do it. Congratulations 🎈

[@TKCL]

Yep!

[@cervus-venator]

Thanks for the slip clutch info. I have one on two of my three rough cut mowers and neither has slipped in years. I rely on the shear pins and I use grade 2 just to ensure I do not tear up the tractor in any way. I bought my original mower off the side of the road and that guy got it at an auction. While I only paid about $300 for it I had to put another 300 to 400 in it with welding on new skid rails, putting on a new tail wheel hub, new blades and bolts and a new PTO drive shaft and slip clutch. The original PTO drive shaft when I bought it was twisted at least 90 degrees. It works great now and has for many years. I love it for roads, trails, medium sized food plots and I use it on the dove field too. However, I've never had an opportunity try a flail or finish mower and look forward to seeing your future videos comparing all types. Thanks.

[@TKCL]

Glad you enjoyed the content, thanks for watching!

[@barbaraharrold5361]

I was worried that your tools were going to fall and get stuck. It’s definitely going to make a change in your mowing :-)tfs stay safe and God Bless:)

[@TKCL]

God bless

[@robertmalis4493]

I sure hope I get to meet you before you become a big KZbin star cause you’re well on your way your channel growth is amazing keep up the great work Andrew

[@TKCL]

Lol I've never been the type to get caught up in stardom. I have a long ways to go before I'm considered big on KZbin anyway. Thanks for watching and the support!

[@Iamclaudiamarie]

Yes a new toy! Have fun!

[@TKCL]

Toy??? That's a necessary piece of farm equipment...... At least that's what I tell Tiffany 😬😳😏.

[@johnmoody2391]

Looking forward to the comparison video!

[@TKCL]

Coming soon!

[@garyhammond2213]

You have a beautiful field!

[@TKCL]

Thank you

[@TheAngel7268]

Gorgeous spread!!!

[@TKCL]

Thank you

[@Only_hell_momma_raised]

Congratulations on the new mower! Made me laugh as soon as I saw this after mentioning a batwing mower on the live Q/A show!

[@TKCL]

Lol, trust me I want a batwing bad..... But I want fencing and cows worse 😉

[@joebufford2972]

With that mower the way you back up into those places, your property will be looking like a well kept state park in the future. That's my prediction.

[@TKCL]

I'm itching to get some more mowing done.

[@humbleredneck8816]

Big, small or in between u can never have too many tools!!!

[@TKCL]

Amen!

[@RobertKohut]

Never expected you to say "...turn my Led Zeppelin up...". I was listening to Zeppelin in 1977 LOL (and now sometimes)...:-) @15;44

[@TKCL]

My second favorite band of all time!

[@frijoli9579]

You can use a 4mm hex key as well. :)

[@TKCL]

Great idea!

[@lakepinesfarm1394]

I usually find out a few times a year if my slip clutch is working or not by getting into something I didn’t mean to. Smoking! 🤣

[@TKCL]

No kidding!

[@roberthermsen724]

Hello Andrew a few questions. 1. How is trying to get the hydraulic hook up for the grapple come along. 2. Could you show use the trees that got hit by lightning you were talking about. 3. Have you seen or heard about the tractor attachment I think it’s call (lane shark) to help keep your field edges cleaned up. Daniel Arms used it to help him.

[@TKCL]

I've stopped researching the hydraulics for now, too many projects going on. I will show the lightning struck trees in a future video and turn them into firewood 😉. I have seen the Lane shark and love the idea! I reached out to the company twice about working together, sadly they are not interested.

[@dennishall8090]

Their loss Andrew!

[@m9ovich785]

Hard to see in the Video Andrew, But is the Front lower than the back ? There should be about a 1 to 2" difference between front to Back. when traveling forward you want the front to cut 1st. then the cut grass is chopped at the rear. If most of you cutting is backing up then the other way around is best. Thanks. Mike M.

[@TKCL]

I did have it slightly angled down.

[@redoakpropertycarellc]

Nice mower 🍻

[@TKCL]

Thanks!

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

2nd

[@TKCL]

You got Chris this time!

[@hrlee2381]

Wow! that looks amazing. Well worth the money spent. Does your Dad have a Grapple sitting around? lol

[@TKCL]

I wish he did!

[@michaelmontgomery7069]

I have the same unit! Looks like you father took the bell off the pto shaft at the gearbox! So did I when mine was brand new! Could not get to the grease zerks!! Really bad design!!

[@TKCL]

Yep! I hate those covers with a passion!

[@jefffrancis6824]

👍👍

[@OldCritters]

👍💞

[@rickeytrammell-ho3pt]

Hey Andrew what model is your tractor and how many hours

[@TKCL]

John deere 4066r and I have right at 1000 hours on it.

[@billparker8954]

I've worked on a farm, and later worked on a golf course. This doesn't look like a golf course or a pasture. What are you growing on that acreage that requires cutting it down?

[@TKCL]

If you don't keep that grass cut you establish weeds. I spent months of time and thousands clearing this property and planting the pine trees and all field grass. My plan is to fence that area and put animals in it. Until then I am keeping weeds, brush and trees away by mowing it. That also overseeds the pasture.

[@bigsway4414]

I have the 60” version of that cutter. It’s the only regret I have about my Tractor package purchase from John Deere. That mower is as flimsy as any cheap cutter on the market. When I bought mine about two years ago it was $1850 included in the package and I could have got a Woods that was twice as heavy duty for about $350 more…

[@TKCL]

You should have bought the woods, a much better unit. That's why I mentioned at the end of the video I know about the weakness of it. I plant to weld some reinforcements in. The price I paid was worth the little bit of metal and work.

[@jag62g]

looks like your 4066r could use a coat of paint protection on it

[@TKCL]

That's plastic for you, and I store mine under shelter 24/7.

[@sanctifiedsupplyco]

Good deal! What kind of microphone do you have clipped to your shirt? I looked through your Amazon list and didn't see it. Thanks

[@TKCL]

Great point, shame on me! It's the Rhode wireless go 2 mic set. A very generous viewer sent us those as a gift. I'll add them now.

[@sanctifiedsupplyco]

@@TKCL Thank you Sir. I appreciate your reply. Blessings to you and your family 🙏

[@usmarshall336]

3, The flail mower blades need to be replaced!!! $$$

[@TKCL]

I love my flail, it's been rock solid.

[@BuffaloChicken]

Completely off topic have you considered Bee keeping, 🐝?

[@TKCL]

Not at all, bees and wasps kind of bother me 😬

[@GaHullbillyRanch]

Andrew does your jd 4066r have a front end pto assembly?

[@TKCL]

Negative.... If it did, we would have a very fun future video! 😉

[@TKCL]

By the way we WILL have a fun future video on the front end..... Other projects require my immediate attention.

[@GaHullbillyRanch]

@@TKCL I've seen some 4066r have those front end pto. Looking forward to the new videos

[@shanefairfield938]

runner up, hahahaha.....different machines for different situations

[@TKCL]

That's true!

[@5150cash]

1st

[@TKCL]

Yaaaaayyyyyyy slow Chris didn't make it!

[@5150cash]

@@TKCL I left a plate of cheese 🧀 out as a diversion LoL 😆

[@TKCL]

That rat! 🤣🐀

[@relaxingtimeswithmav6485]

He does Love cheese

[@TKCL]

OK I'm starting to get a little worried..... Where is he? 🤔🤷🤷

[@highstepperARF]

Also, just yank off the covers. Much easier to grease. Anyone who approaches the business end of a spinning cutter is stupid and shouldn’t be let around tractors.

[@TKCL]

That's why you see one big cover is already gone, does nothing but get in the way of servicing.

[@johnamazing1746]

You should just get goats to mow for you.

[@TKCL]

They mow brush, not grass. I have a lot more grass..... I need cows so bad!

[@johnamazing1746]

@@TKCL Did not know that. Looked it up and they are considered grazers. You should get a couple of those electric roomba type lawn mowers. See how much they can get done in a day.

[@davidpugh6495]

Sheep work as well

[@TKCL]

Sure do, but we plan to sell a few calfs and butcher one cow a year.