Tractors Will BREAK. Here's How To Avoid It!

[@scottfenn7253]

I was watching this video and I noticed at the 10:02 mark --- a shot at the alternator showed a black discoloration on the alternator "red" charge wire protective cover. That big charge wire at the back of the alternator is building up heat, check all wire connections . A three year old battery should not be giving you problems holding a charge. might be a bad charging wire or you do have a broken plate in your battery. Just a thought, great video, appreciate your effort.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thisnis great feedback and why I enjoy this community. In a video coming up Sat I replaced the battery. I didn’t care for it properly and thats on me. Thanks for your support! I really appreciate it. 👍🏼

[@oldmanoldtruck]

Great inspection walkthru. I'm embarrassed by my lack of maintenance. I go in with a great plan, but typically stray from the plan and get slack.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

We all do brother! The camera just keeps me honest!!! Lol

[@lulop022882]

Battery Tender Joe..best $20 spent.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

I know, need to do that before this winter!

[@qconard]

Thank you! What tools do you keep in your tractor toolbox?

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thanks for watching! Number one tool is a hammer. Just an old hammer for banging pins. Other than that, a fire extinguisher and a whole lot of pins for when they fall out!

[@montana4939]

We have the same tractor as you and we love it . Your information is a big help since I’m new at this ranch work . We have about 10 head of cattle and other animals . Thank you for taking the time to share . Great channel

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thank you for the kind words my friend! I enjoy sharing it! Sounds like you are well on your way to an amazing homestead!

[@montana4939]

@@JoeTheFarmer thank you , what has really helped us is guys like you and your content who are honest and your integrity speaks for you . Thanks again for taking the time to.

[@brianhina8538]

Loved it. I always take it to the dealer.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Totally understand my friend!!! Thanks for watching!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Great list of basic things to check. I especially like your emphasis on torque, filling your tires, checking for critter nests & the importance of a good dealer. I’d much rather buy a mediocre tractor from a great dealer, than the other way around. I’m gonna try your trick w/ leaving the hood open to keep mice away. They seem to love chewing on wires.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

I appreciate your kind words my friend. And I probably borrowed that trick of the hood from someone else so can’t take the credit. But it works!!! Thanks for watching and stay safe out there!

[@backyardcountrylivin1514]

Hey Joe, great video. A lot of great tips. I added a slip clutch to my rotary cutter shaft years ago and I know it has saved me from many breakages. Also found that a yard cat is best mouse defense for the tractor. I’m totally with you on the painting, not my favorite thing to do. Enjoyed the video, take care.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thanks my friend!!! Appreciate you watching and hope all is well!

[@tractorrookie]

😅 Joe! A battery tender is your friend. I just have a little plug on my battery that the tender plugs into. I have three and I just move them around. Of course, you have more to talk about when your battery is dead.😂 Good stuff! 🚜🇺🇸💪👍

[@JoeTheFarmer]

I know I know…. I just need to do it. Thanks for keeping me honest buddy! Hope all is well!

[@brianhina8538]

I am now 65 and cannot get under a tractor. Well actually get up is the problem. I have a ventrac and a John Deere 45 hp. Neither can I deal with. I know how but just cannot do it physically.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Getting up is the challenge for sure! I don’t blame you. I’m just glad you are out there enjoying the machines!

[@kdegraa]

It’s been a long time since I’ve used my tractor and other vehicles. It doesn’t get too cold where they are. The battery on each machine is connected to a solar trickle charger. Hopefully these chargers will keep the batteries in good health. In regards to bolts, the mechanic who prepared the tractor used a pen to mark with a line each wheel and loader bolt. I recommend lifting the tractor’s hood too if storing the tractor undercover. With the hood up mice will not feel as safe as secure. Do this or get a cat. For the 50 hour service on my tractor, which required replacing two hydraulic filters along with an engine filer, that were all factory fitted and painted in, I bought a oil filter grabber that attaches to a ratchet. It cos sometime like $15 and works well. Three metal arms fit around filter and tighten up when the ratchet is turned. It’s great.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thanks for sharing this Karl, and good to hear from you! All great tips to share. Take care and thanks for watching!

[@rfb7117]

Joe how do I order the battery charger from Amazon so you get credit. Bob

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Thank you for asking; that is very kind. We have an amazon store and the links are attached! For what it's worth, the cheaper one does just as good of a job as the fancy one for more money. But both are excellent products and I use them all the time. (used it today!). Appreciate you my friend.

[@rfb7117]

Sorry Joe.....I could not find the link.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Welp. I never said I was smart!!! Lol... Here it is! www.amazon.com/shop/joethefarmer/list/2BGVEJ1M0VF2Q?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d

[@TheNovaNorm]

Spring already? Man, that would be nice. Better than 2 feet of snow!! 😄

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Yikes!!! Thats a lot of snow.

[@TheNovaNorm]

@@JoeTheFarmer, well, that's Canada.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

@TheNovaNorm i bet it is beautiful though

[@JeffGeorgalas]

Hey Joe, I keep my 7320 on a battery tender. I leave the pigtail attached to the battery itself, and just detach the cable when leaving with the tractor. I feel that using a tender on a battery will make the battery last much longer than it would otherwise.

[@JoeTheFarmer]

I appreciate the feedback. I did need to replace the battery but I will probably do the same. Batteries are expensive! Lol. Thanks for watching!

[@tcmits3699]

Just wondering, would that battery pack start the tractor on its own or does it need the partially weak battery to boost start. Would be nice to just to carry that battery pack, plug in and go. It started so quickly 😊

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Would absolutely start it without the battery! Its so handy. However, these new tractors with a lot of electronics have some odd reactions when the battery is low. Ie the electronic power shuttle.

[@tcmits3699]

@@JoeTheFarmer Gotcha, the start up was very impressive. My tractors are older, so that's not a problem. Funny how you said this wasn't a video on the battery, glad you included it in the video, though. Take care 👍

[@JoeTheFarmer]

@tcmits3699 thank you!

[@jameswagner7260]

I was wondering when you were gonna get to the oil and grease zerks ?! Lol 😂 I kept saying oil !!

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Lol. I may have heard you!

[@jameswagner7260]

@@JoeTheFarmer lol 🤣

[@SabineRiverValley]

Hey Joe, I just put out a video about installing an on-board battery maintainer on my T-Boss 550. That’d be great for your tractor too, especially if you just have it sitting during those long winter periods.

[@mileshiles1287]

I keep stuff for a long time unless I didn't buy the write thing the first time. Maintenance is the key. I'll take this weather all day long. It must be a guy thing painting isn't my thing either but my wife thinks it is. 😂

[@JoeTheFarmer]

Yep. Been on the receiving end of those joint “plans”. Next thing you know I am on a ladder painting! Lol

[@JoeTheFarmer]

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