KUBOTA BX TRACTOR CLEARS SNOW (Curtis cab, snowblower and backblade)

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good morning Monsieur Le Professeur 🌞 You did a great Job Sir and you have a great rear blade 👍 Yep I do agree with you about shear bolts vs normal bolt ( however not the one rated high carbon steel ! ) 👍😊 You are a great man by putting safe UPS package of your neighbor 👍😊 WE are in the learning part Sir and Yes you did a great snow blower video and family dad !!! Cheers !!!

[@ritterjon]

Thanks Dave, I'm waiting to watch your latest video as soon as my children are done watching their cartoons. 😁👍 Keep on tractoring!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@ritterjon LOL !!! Keep up the great family dad works and that is the most important mission task !!! Cheers !!

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

Hi Jon. Happy New Year. Your shear bolt experience reminds me of a story. In grinding feed for the livestock growing up, the discharge auger was constantly shearing bolts and they were a pain to replace. I was a kid and I had heard someone say that grade 8 bolts were super hard. One night while eating supper, my Dad remarked that it had been some time since we had sheared a bolt in the grinder mixer. I promptly spoke up proudly and said that I had substituted a grade 8 bolt for the shear bolt. He was not impressed. He made me go out and switch them back. That is when I learned about shear bolts. Thanks for this video Jon. Keep on tractoring.

[@ritterjon]

That's funny, yep shear bolts serve a purpose and your dad knew the importance. Good lesson to learn. Keep on tractoring!

[@brianr1812]

Always makes me you back the blade up to the garage door. Cool shear pin tip.

[@ritterjon]

I worry every time as well. Fingers crossed 🤞it doesn't happen. I do keep enough money set aside just in case I need to replace someones garage door. Kind of like my own self managed insurance policy. Keep on tractoring!

[@dhenschel4]

Thanks for letting us know about the rear blade and why people are using both - you are the first to show it in use swung out. I thought it was a great marketing trick by someone, but looks like useful for wide driveways or parking lots. Otherwise you have all the cleanup at the end. Maybe I should watch your next vid...

[@ritterjon]

The blade comes in handy from time to time. I don't use it off set every time but it's nice to have the option. Keep on tractoring!

[@johnstaub359]

I always enjoy watching this from my warm Front yard enjoying coffee in the morning. (Flagler Beach,Florida) Transplant from Pennsylvania

[@ritterjon]

Sounds like a nice place to spend the winter. Keep on tractoring!

[@kipcudd7253]

Helping neighbors is a great blessing!

[@ritterjon]

We are blessed to live in such a great neighborhood. Keep on tractoring!

[@TheMindfulHomestead]

That back blade looks like the ticket for light snow!

[@ritterjon]

Hey Jack! You need to get yourself one! A back blade and front blower is a great efficient combination. Look for a used one on Facebook martketplace to save a bunch of money. Keep on tractoring! 👍

[@peterkober6758]

Jon thanks I learned how to move snow from you after the BX And blower saw your back blade couldn't fine one like yours got a 72 inch Land pride it's a tool you must know were it's at all times hit shed a few times at first but by watch you learned were to be God Bless All PaK

[@ritterjon]

Yet that is for sure you must keep an eye on your back blade especially when turning. It's something you get used to pretty quickly however. My hope is to add rear hydraulics and a new blade with wings. It might happen next year, I've been in contact with a few people. Hope you have a happy new year and thanks again for your support on my channel. I love reading your comments. You are awesome! Happy New Years, God bless and... Keep on tractoring!

[@wessmund]

Thanks for tip on the grade 2 bolt Jon !

[@rcote1234]

Nice you finally got some snow!

[@ritterjon]

FINALLY!! It was so fun to get out on the tractor! Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@dsherm364]

John great video thanks for the guidance on the bolts awesome tips!

[@ritterjon]

You bet, glad to help save people some money. Keep on tractoring!

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

Man John that's the perfect setup for clearing snow!

[@ritterjon]

Thanks, it really works well. I've cleared snow with other methods in the past and this is the best setup I've ever had. You have an great channel and I sure enjoy watching it. Hope you're having fun in the snow with your girls. Happy New Years! Keep on tractoring!

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

@@ritterjon thanks John I really appreciate that! Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@curtanderson8655]

Wondered what bolt to use instead of sheer bolt, thank you of that. So nice you put packages away for the people that was gone. Playing in the snow is so much fun when you have a tractor. Tractor on from west central Illinois

[@ritterjon]

Yep, those grade 2 bolts are a fraction of the price and we live in a great neighborhood, it's nice to help out our neighbors. Happy New Years. Keep on tractoring!

[@dickhansen8594]

🍁🤩Good neighbor award. Thank you for sharing

[@ritterjon]

It's a great neighborhood to live in. We are blessed to be part of it. Happy New Years Keep on tractoring!

[@jnuz65]

I need to get one for my New Holland! Great video!

[@grega-kendalheightsdecorwo9511]

Lucky you Jon... I installed my plow, made 2 trips down the driveway just to make sure everything was working... hasn't moved in 3 weeks since! Lots of snow north of me, nothing here. It's a matter of time I'm thinking. Hope you had a Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year!!

[@ritterjon]

Well I hope you get some snow pretty soon. Everybody need to play in the snow once in awhile. I hope we get some bigger storms eventually. Keep on tractoring!

[@rickpacheco8864]

Good job, I’ve been watching your channel for a while now. I am newer sub compact tractor owner, 3 years. Mahindra emax 20 hst with heated cab, 54 inch mmm, 48 inch bucket, 48 inch back blade and I just bought a 62 inch manual plow this year. I put a poly edge on the plow, I have an asphalt driveway, no damage at all those ploy edges do a great job, even if you want to scrape with no damage. I only have a few videos up as I just got started, not to good with the video end of things, but I’m trying different things every time. Happy New Year.

[@ritterjon]

Sounds like you have yourself a very nice set-up. I've been giving those polly edges some thought and the prices are finally starting to come down a bit. Maybe I'll pick one up for next season. I've heard a lot of good things about them. Where did you find the poly edge? Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@rickpacheco8864]

A RITTER BIT WILL DO Hi, I got the poly edge from a company called May Wes, you can look them up, I found them on KZbin, then went to their website. Great company to work with, sent the product out received it less than a week. All they do is poly products of every kind. I had another one on another plow I had, but not anywhere near the quality of this one. You’ll never use another cutting edge on cement, or asphalt again. Thanks for your response. Keep up the good work. All I have to do now is learn how to make decent videos, I’m trying.

[@hinaenvironmentalsolutions5616]

Thar was fun. Have a great day outside

[@ritterjon]

It's so nice to be outside and have some fun in the snow and on the tractor. Great day! Keep on tractoring!

[@JohnDiMartino]

Good video! Surprised at how far that blower throws the snow. That was nice of you to take care of your neighbors packages, I do the same lookout for and help your neighbors

[@ritterjon]

Different snow throws different distances. This snow was pretty light this time. We've got a good neighborhood and it sounds like you do as well. Keep on tractoring!

[@tractortyme]

They are such mighty little machines, tremendous job they do for their size.

[@ritterjon]

That is for sure, they really have plenty of power for their size. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@AkDadStuff]

Heyhey Jon I am jealous. I guess I have to be satisfied just watching you plow snow. I am gonna have to just go out and pretend. Nice job

[@ritterjon]

Well, I just checked the forecast and we don't have anything in the forecast. So it might be awhile until the next snow cleaning video. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@khtractors]

Love snow plowing! We actually got to do some on Christmas. Clayton on the BX and I used the M6060, of course we wasn’t as warm and comfortable as you while doing it.🤣 I have an offset blade that Dad uses on his John Deere, it’s great to clean out ditches and be able to stay up in the road. Have a great day!

[@ritterjon]

Sounds like a great time you had on Christmas. I bet Clayton enjoyed that as well. The off set blade is quite versatile for sure. Hope you have a great day as well. Keep on tractoring!

[@matthewsnydershorts8837]

Nice video that back blade and snowblower make a good team

[@ritterjon]

Thanks Matt, it was fun to get in the snow and have some fun. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@matthewsnydershorts8837]

Happy new year

[@thompsoncrusher7840]

Great videos. you would be a great neighbor to have. Take care

[@ritterjon]

We live in a great neighborhood filled with good neighbors. It's the main reason we don't live out in the country yet. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@SierraOne]

Let's hope for more snow! More Plowing is FUN

[@ritterjon]

I would love a good snowstorm to play in. Keep on tractoring!

[@acanadianineurope814]

Best snow clearing video I've ever seen...... at least, until I switch over to Newfoundland.. Happy 2021 Jon and family !

[@ritterjon]

Happy 2021, glad you enjoyed the video. Keep on tractoring!

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Cool video. I had not seen any offset blade. That looks really handy. We haven’t got more than a dusting so I just can’t justify getting the snowplow out for it

[@ritterjon]

The offset is handy to have in some snow specific situations. I don't use it every time however. Hope you get some snow to play in eventually. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@dandaniels4558]

I know someone that's happy he got some snow to play in. About time, but I guess winter is really just starting and probably going to be alot more videos like this to.come. The oh Kubota is doing double duty scraping and blowing. Don't guess you can over work a Kubota.pretty rugged tractors. Well we won't count the sheer pin as Kubota. LOL. have fun and be safe out there John. Stay war And healthy and Happy New Year to you your wife and girls .

[@ritterjon]

Always happy to have some snow but now there is nothing but mild temps in the forecast and no chance of snow. Keep on tractoring!

[@shadlundquist2329]

Good morning Ritters.

[@ritterjon]

Good morning Shad!! Happy New Years Keep on Tractoring!

[@JeepinMaxx]

Glad you had some snow, thanks for showing use of the offset blade! And as always when I watch your channel - I get Cab Envy...

[@ritterjon]

We needed some snow, I was having tractor withdrawals. The cab is nice for sure. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@joelongrid7625]

The rear blade does a great job scraping to the pavement. I used my blower up here in Moorhead for the first time this year yesterday too. Also, my Nephew drives for UPS in Denver and his dad has been hired to help with overload using his personal vehicle. Ha!

[@ritterjon]

Glad you got some snow up there. At least we haven't had the bitter cold. I'm sure it's coming though. I love the snow but hate the cold. Denver might still be delivering Christmas gifts in July. Keep on tractoring!

[@gordyhouse4732]

John, From Cottage Grove MN. I Have not broke 1 pin in 33 years. Live on 4 acres and long drive way. I'm due. Have a 2010 738 right now.

[@ritterjon]

Hey John, another Minnesotan, hope all is going well for you in Cottage Grove. If you've made it 33 years I wouldn't worry. Keep on tractoring!

[@dmorgan28]

That was fun to watch. Looks like your girls was about to wear you out pulling them on that sled. lol Hey we really enjoyed it. Thanks and have a Happy New Year. 👍👍👍❤️

[@ritterjon]

We just returned from the sledding hill today. I'll be posting a video with the next week or so. They really know how to tire us out.. Nap time!! Happy New Years. Keep on Tractoring!

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? Nice job with the snow clearing. Offsetting the back blade is great for plowing the landing. Take care!!!

[@ritterjon]

She's going good Grandpa. Thanks for watching. Hope you're getting some snow up there to play with. Hope that snowblower is working out well for you. I enjoyed the upgraded mod. Keep on tractoring!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

6:48 great view! You’ve got the perfect setup. Love the Curtis cab! Looks nice and warm. Glad you finally got some snow to work (play) with!

[@ritterjon]

That shot almost made the thumbnail. Thanks for the comment. I started watching your grapple install late last night. I'll have to finish today. Looks good! Keep on tractoring!

[@rodbagley1686]

Still looking for that offset back blade something like yours. You are right new ones are crazy high priced.

[@ritterjon]

At $500 they are a nice buy. At $900 plus, they aren't worth it. Keep on tractoring!

[@steveashworth6707]

I like the offset blade with the snow blower that works great!. Happy New Year!.

[@ritterjon]

It sure comes in handy from time to time. This light fluffy snow was perfect application for it. The heavy wet snow doesn't work as well. Happy New Years. Keep on tractoring!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL. The old U-Haul saves the day again - it's a classic, Jon! Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@ritterjon]

Happy New Year to you and yours as well my friend. Keep on tractoring! 👍

[@jh9855]

Happy New Year to you and your family. Send snow to us in Southern Maine.

[@ritterjon]

I'm surprised you don't have any yet. You' must be about due for a big storm I would imagine. Hey, I read your comment about the air port you have. I want to suggest a KZbin channel you might enjoy that my old college roommate started. He does an amazing job editing. His name is also John, he fly's a Citation X for his real job for a private company but his channel is all about his Kit Fox. Please tell him I sent you. He has three kids and rarely can get away to make videos but his content is AWESOME!! kzbin.infofeatured

[@m2autoworks]

That looks like so much fun, I wish we got snow here where I lived. I would run right out and get a blower for my Kubota.

[@ritterjon]

It can be fun, but sometimes it's so cold it's not even fun to go outside. The cab is a necessity after you've reach a certain age when you have enough common sense to make it happen. Keep on tractoring!

[@rodbagley1686]

Love that offset blade. I'm on the lookout for one. And it's your fault!

[@HuserHelpers]

Great video angles. Nice edits

[@ritterjon]

Thank you sir, editing takes time but I actually enjoy it. Hope you have a great day. Keep on tractoring!

[@MJADoingStuff]

PS: love the rear blade pretty cool!

[@ericduck8273]

Congratulations on 10K.

[@ritterjon]

Thanks so much! Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@ronwig7665]

Great video John , that snow.blower shoots a long distance of snow, happy new year to you ,2021

[@ritterjon]

Thanks Ron! The snowblower has really impressed me without giving me any issues. Happy New Years. Keep on tractoring!

[@jackhume4532]

Good afternoon Jon, just to happy new year 🥳 to you and your family and also hoping that this nasty virus 🦠 goes away so that we can all get back to living our lives without this interruption, and also to say what a great neighbour you are for helping out your neighbours like that , until next time have great night tonight and see you on the next one ☝️. Ta Ta for now.

[@ritterjon]

Happy New Years to you as well. My neighborhood is awesome and we all help each other where we can. Let's hope 2021 is a lot better than 2020 Keep on tractoring!

[@OhioHillTopsHobbyFarm]

Good morning John! That looked like a fun time, I really like that rear blade. You sure have a nice setup! Take care and have a Happy New year!

[@ritterjon]

Hey Dave, Thanks for the comment. I sure enjoy your channel! Hope you're doing well. Will you please send me a private message on Facebook. I've got a question for you. Keep on tractoring!

[@deanstrickland6993]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Ritters🎄💥🎄💥 Hopefully, 2021 will bring more light and hope.

[@ritterjon]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Years to you as well. Lets hope 2021 brings us some better times. This last year has been a rough one. Keep on Tractoring!

[@KubotaTractorTherapy]

Great video John ! 🎅 Really love your setup. You have mastered that back blade. Nice ! P.S. - *you are a great neighbour !* - Moving all those packages inside for him, means he will get to keep them. If you had not done that for him, they would have been stolen not long after. Nice of you ! You got a good heart. I hope you get tons more snow ! We all are enjoying your video-ohhhhs ! 😁

[@ritterjon]

Thanks, I haven't hit any doors or vehicles yet. Hope my lucky streak continues. Our neighbors do a great job looking out for each other. It's a great place to live. Happy New Year Keep on Tractoring!

[@peacefieldfarm_mn]

Nice job, Jon. I really like that back blade. Cheers!

[@edwilson9243]

Happy new year from up here in Newfoundland Canada. Funny thing is fedex delivered our packages in u haul last week. All best.

[@ritterjon]

I suppose they have a truck shortage and since this is probably a slow time of year for Uhaul they have extra trucks to rent out. Happy New Years! Keep on tractoring!

[@everydaylifewiththebensons285]

We were beginning to wonder when the snow was going to arrive! John, you might want to ship that snow blower off to Mike at "Outdoors with the Morgans" in the Pittsburgh, PA area - they have more snow this year than you all - at least so far. We also enjoyed the Snow Tubing video of the family you made last winter - that youngest daughter is fearless !! Charlie & Louise

[@ritterjon]

Finally got some snow, Mike has sure had his fair shared this winter. He would use a snowblower. The family and I spent some time at the local sledding hill and I might have some decent footage for a new video. Keep watching for it. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@BiffsEquipment]

Boy Jon you sure do get her done with your little BX! I have always been a huge fan of that backblade you got that can offset like that. If I didn’t own a gravel driveway I would surely have one! Now did you end up drilling more holes in that backblade awhile back to allow for more adjustments? I remember watching your video a while back about how you wanted to do that cuz they didn’t give you quite as many adjustment holes as you woulda liked. Who makes that blade again? I know it’s not Kubota cuz I remember you painted it orange yourself. Keep up the great work! Loved the slow-Mo footage!!

[@ritterjon]

I did end up drilling some addition holes for more adjustment. The blade is made by Howse and I got sweet deal on it when a local Kioti dealer was clearing their inventory. I should have bought all 4 they had for $400 a piece. Thanks for noticing the slow-mo. I need to do that more often. Keep on tractoring!

[@BiffsEquipment]

@@ritterjon wow that’s a smoking deal! I remember you talking about it a few years ago but couldn’t quite remember. Great to hear you gave yourself that extra adjustment

[@geraldharvill4699]

Use to help at a dairy farm. If I started at a high RPM on the Silage blower it would shear every time. If I engaged it then brought up the PTO speed then they would last long. It would break if I dumped too much silage in at one time. Miss being out on the tractors on Harvest time.

[@ritterjon]

Yep, I'm sure that's exactly what I did wrong. Dairy farms are constant work work work, that must have been a busy job. Keep on tractoring!

[@Homesteading101]

I have done some research on the sheer pins from Kubota and they are a grade 5, 5/16 x2 1/2 bolt with sheer groves cut in them. If you ever have a problem getting a sheer pin out after it is broken off and you are using regular bolts, it is because when the bolt sheers, it also smears or deforms. The lower the grade, the more it smears at the sheer line. A small grove cut in the bolt at both sheer lines will allow that pin to deform into the grove area and allow it to slide out super easy. Use a hacksaw and a drill or a lathe to cut that grove, it does not have to be that deep, just make sure it is on both sheer lines.

[@ritterjon]

Interesting to know they use a grade 5. I haven't had any trouble with the bolt getting stuck and I think that has a lot to do with the smaller diameter that the bolt is used for. I could see a larger and heavier duty shear bolt for different applications being an issue. Keep on tractoring!

[@Homesteading101]

​ @A RITTER BIT WILL DO In all, I will bet that after cutting the sheer grove in a grade 5 bolt, it is probably closer to what we call a zero grade or what you may call a grade 3 bolt. FYI are you calling it a grade 3 because it has 3 marks on it? If so, that is actually called a grade 5. Don't ask me why, but the grading system is always look at the marks and add 2 to get the grade number.

[@jamesthompson5722]

Happy New Year to you and your family. Glad to see you got snow. The girls look like they’re having a blast. Good angle shots showing the offset blade and blower.

[@ritterjon]

Thanks, setting up cameras is the hard part. Remember to hit the record button is the brain fart part. 😁 Thankfully I remember most of the time for this one. Keep on tractoring! Happy New Year Keep on tractoring!

[@LawnGardenFun]

Very nice. Just had my 1st chance at snow removal for this year too.

[@ritterjon]

Where ya from and what did you think about moving snow for the first time? Happy New Years. Keep on tractoring!

[@LawnGardenFun]

@@ritterjon Southeastern WI. Moving snow was awesome as usual. Used a JD X749 with heated cab. I sold my Kubota BX2670 with heated cab this fall so I had to find something for this year. I'm sure this summer I will pick up a Kubota with the Curtis Cab like yours. What brand and where did you get the offset rear blade?

[@petersonpropulsionenterpri5554]

Good work! Happy New Year!

[@ritterjon]

Happy New Year to you as well. Keep on tractoring!

[@TimsMemories]

your a good neighbor

[@ritterjon]

Thanks Tim, I live in a great neighborhood. Keep on tractoring!

[@Vaessen13]

Great video! I just bought a BX2680 (Canada), just the loader and tractor so far. I'm going to get the front snowblower. Question for you, do you find it difficult to operate both the front snowblower and the rear blade at the same time? Do you find yourself forgetting to lift the rear blade when turning around or backing up? Is that a problem? Thanks again, great stuff!

[@ritterjon]

With the both the FEL and three point levers right next to each other it's really easy to adjust both when needed. Once in awhile I'll forget to raise the blade because I'm messing with a camera but you really get use to it quickly. Keep on tractoring!

[@zzmalone6720]

Happy New Years Ritter family! I have to say, your channel is one of the best out there. Awesome editing, effects, content, etc! I found your channel just over a year ago when I was looking to trade in my Yanmar for a Kubota. I appreciate all the effort you put into your channel. Keep up the great work! 👍🏻

[@ritterjon]

Wow! Thanks for the kind words. I'll have to really keep up my game now. I appreciate it! Thanks for subscribing and supporting our channel. Keep on tractoring!

[@waltermattson5566]

Is your tractor quieter than the one on Outdoors With the Morgan’s? Do you think the cameras just pickup the sound different. GP Outdoors seems to be kind of loud too. Do you have any measurements for noise?

[@ritterjon]

I think BX’s as they get more hours in them actually get a little quieter but I think what you’re hearing is mainly do to different cameras and sound editing. I haven’t done a decibel test but there’s an app on my phone I might have to test with. Keep on tractoring!

[@mattperry5210]

John, I’m sorry if you added this in a previous comment. I scrolled thru about 50 and gave up. What brand is your back blade and where did you get it? Love the channel. I’ve had my BX for about 8 months and have learned a ton from you and your videos. Thank you and keep up the awesomeness.

[@ritterjon]

Hi Matt, this is a Howse back blade and the prices of them have skyrocketed. I did have to do some modifications to angle is as much as I do though. Keep on tractoring!

[@mattperry5210]

@@ritterjon thank you sir! Keep On Tractorcating

[@KubotaBXathome]

That boxer works great for your setup Jon, Happy New Year!

[@ritterjon]

Happy new year! Keep on tractoring!

[@Surferjo]

SNOW lucky you its in the 80'sF here was at beach dose the hat real keep your head warm?along with the gloves?on amazion they gave the gloves a bad right up,

[@ritterjon]

The gloves seem to work for me. I like that they are water proof. Keep on tractoring!

[@jeremygladd6657]

Might wanna bring that blower to western Pa, we’ve actually had some snow this winter.

[@KubotaBXathome]

Love to!

[@jeremygladd6657]

@@KubotaBXathome come on over, you also have some good videos, I just subscribed.

[@KubotaBXathome]

Thanks bud, Happy New Year!

[@jeremygladd6657]

@@KubotaBXathome thank you and same to you and your family!

[@ritterjon]

Yes you have! I would love to be a traveling snow clearer. Big old truck and trailer living life in the road going from storm to storm. 👍 Keep on tractoring!

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

Great video Jon 👍🏻, question for you, at what RPM do you run the tractor when using the snowblower? Thanks and Happy New Year to you and the family 👍🏻

[@ritterjon]

Usually right about 3k for heavier snow I might bump it up a bit. The BX engine works much better somewhere between 3-4k. Keep on tractoring!

[@ronprestidge5907]

What brand of blade is that John? I couldn’t see if it is a Land Pride

[@davidk6712]

Hey Jon! I’m like Ron, I’d love to know the brand of that rear blade. I’ve only been able to find the Paladin Kodiak that will pivot like that. $$$

[@ritterjon]

Hey guys, here is the link. It's a blade made by Howse. www.howseimplement.com/catalog/product/view/id/6366/s/6-heavy-duty-offset-grader-blade/category/342/ Keep on tractoring!

[@ronprestidge5907]

@@ritterjon thank you. I’ll have to check them out

[@texasgilley9533]

I know it’s you’re taller person do you feel comfortable inside the cab of the BX Thinking of buying one? Thanks I like watching your videos

[@ritterjon]

Yes, I'm 6'6" and I have plenty of room in the cab. It fits surprisingly well. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@lawrencepevitts2434]

Seeing that you added the cab, and it wasn't a Kubota item, does it have heat in the cab, or is it just engine heat?

[@ritterjon]

The cab has a heater. I've made several videos on it if you want to search for them. The cab is a Curtis Cab made specifically for Kubota. Keep on tractoring!

[@darrinplank]

What is the model number of your rear blade? I like the offset adjustment

[@ritterjon]

It's a Howse and here is the link, there are other off set blades on the market though but, they are hard to find. www.howseimplement.com/catalog/product/view/id/6366/s/6-heavy-duty-offset-grader-blade/category/342/ Keep on tractoring!

[@allenr265]

Di you ever think of getting a box blade for the back by Land Pride? Thanks mate

[@ritterjon]

I would love some sort of box style set up to hold snow in place. Keep on tractoring!

[@JH93688]

Could you ever measure the length of that tractor with the blower and back blade on it. I'm wondering what size trailer I would need for that setup? Thanks!!

[@ritterjon]

I finally got this measured. It’s just over 14 feet. The newer front blower is a little longer than mine but I think a 16 foot trailer would be about as small as you’d want. Keep on tractoring

[@JH93688]

@@ritterjon thanks for the measurements! Really enjoy the videos/tips/education.

[@peacefieldfarm_mn]

I was looking for the part number for your back blade in the description of the video. Didn't see it. Could you please tell your loyal viewers which back blade you have? Thanks!

[@ritterjon]

Here's the link again.. www.howseimplement.com/catalog/product/view/id/6366/s/6-heavy-duty-offset-grader-blade/category/342/ Also!! Keep checking Facebook marketplace. Sometimes an off set blade turns up there. I'll let you know if I see one for you. Keep on tractoring!

[@peacefieldfarm_mn]

@@ritterjon thanks Jon!

[@peacefieldfarm_mn]

@@ritterjon I will look around for a used one as well. I checked with Howse, they want $500 just to ship it to me!!

[@tractorboy31]

I run a back blade on my JD 520 with chains on i bought a loader but i twisted it slightly so when warms up i gotta straighten in and im gonna do a mount system complete rebuild from scratch

[@ritterjon]

That sounds like a fun project, good luck gettin it straightened out. Keep on tractoring!

[@tractorboy31]

@@ritterjon gonna give my gen and mig welder a good workout. 200+ inches of at least 1/4-3/8 welds which is my max with single pass capabilities of my welder

[@jesse1247]

Do you think the spacers on the back rims makes it more stable for this task?

[@ritterjon]

No, the spacers really don't make a difference for snow clearing. They are really only beneficial for steep slopes when mowing or out in the woods gathering firewood. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@DnMcDy]

(Denver) I get my Amazon packages delivered inside my garage. It's a thing Amazon does called Key Delivery. They compare the driver's GPS and my database address when he scans my package bar code and it automatically opens my garage door. I do have a camera inside the garage that monitors everything. Actually I'm retired, so I watch it LIVE. I wanted to see if the drivers look around and take a visual inventory of my garage. Turns out, they don't even look up. Amazon gave me $30 credit for trying the service.

[@ritterjon]

WOW!! That is super cool! I had no idea that type of thing existed but I'm happy to hear that Amazon is working on ways to make package delivery more secure. Thanks for sharing that info. Happy New Years. Keep on tractoring!

[@DnMcDy]

@@ritterjon I was a deal with the MyQ device I bought on sale from Amazon that WiFi connects with Liftmaster and Chamberlain garage openers. Amazon does something similar for front door locks. Heck, they have delivery lockers in almost every 7-11 too. They always warn you of a pending delivery the morning of, and notify you when they actually delivered on your phone. In my case a spinning green light on all my Echos in the house warn me I have a message or notification.

[@derekpiehl85]

Do u have any information on your land pride off set back blade. Can't seam to locate it on line.

[@ritterjon]

It is a Howse back blade. Last I looked they had some in stock on their website. Keep on tractoring!

[@DefaultName-jf5nd]

How much in total the tractor and the attachments cost?

[@ritterjon]

With everything you’ve seen on my channel I’m about 35k into it. The set up in this video would be around 22k guessing. *Keep on tractoring!*

[@shelw195]

Error is called experience.

[@ritterjon]

I've had a lot of experience then. 😂😂 Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@johnevans6053]

At 5:26 min, I am trying to understand what you are plowing. It looks like you are doing the neighbors front yards. :)

[@grega-kendalheightsdecorwo9511]

Jon clears snow at a Townhouse complex.. it's a driveway

[@ritterjon]

It's a large paved surface the townhomes use. I clear snow and mow grass. It works out great for me. Keep on tractoring!

[@barrb6134]

The difference between men and boys is the price of their toys....BUT the good thing is, he who dies with the most toys wins!! LoL

[@ritterjon]

That's what I've heard. 😁👍 I've got plans to acquire a few more toys. Currently looking for an ATV. Happy New Years Keep on tractoring!

[@MJADoingStuff]

I have been thinking about it for a while. I think it should be called a snow thrower not a blower but it could be just me. So I call my leaf blower a snow blower in the winter time. Just saying HA!

[@ritterjon]

That's a good point. I kind of like that thought. I like snow thrower better. I don't think the name will catch on though. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!

[@MJADoingStuff]

@@ritterjon Happy New Year!

[@billbrearton4164]

Pull girls sled behind BX not so tiring

[@ritterjon]

After all the Christmas cookies I've had I need the exercise badly. I'm so out of shape. However it did cross my mind. Happy New Years Keep on tractoring!

[@kenrichardson4144]

Great video! Thanks for sharing❗❗❗ 🙂🙂🙂 👍👍👍 --- and of course --- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ H A P P Y N E W Y E A R ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ritterjon]

Thanks and Happy New Years to you as well. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Keep on tractoring!

[@caroleberkoff8036]

Qa

[@daleolson3506]

The music junked another video 👎🏻💩

[@ritterjon]

Come on now, I've been really good about not putting in music lately. Don't give me a hard time for a little music here and there. Happy New Year! Keep on tractoring!