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T030 Brushhog size

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Dan Tyler

03-05-2000 14:07:49




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I have read in this forum that brushhogs have a tendency to push the TO30. That being so, any recommendations on what size I might consider using?




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Fred Martin

03-09-2000 05:01:52




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 Re: T030 Brushhog size in reply to Dan Tyler, 03-05-2000 14:07:49  
Dan, I have done my share of bush hogging and tried all sort of combinations. I will tell you that you can run a six footer with the TO20 if it is a good running tractor and up to snuff on power. The catch is, it has to weigh 650 lbs. or less. The heavy duty Bush Hog brand weighing in at around 1000 lbs. will make the front end rear off the ground at the slightest hill (dangerous) The secret to it is to keep the blades sharp and if the going gets tough, just move out a little and don't take as big a bite. Hardest part is the first round, raise up to get through it. I have run a six footer on a 9N Ford and it done fine once you establish these ground rules. My reason for using a six footer is that it gets out past the tire tracks and leaves less skips. In fact, I'll bet you can mow a lot of it in 3rd gear till about August when it turns into wood (the brown stuff). Pay attention to Sandy on the override clutch. I had to learn the hard way, lucky I didn't get hurt or killed. You will save some fuel by using six footer too. Be sure to hang it on chains to keep it at the level that you want to mow or maybe get a Zane Thang if you don't.

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john

01-07-2004 10:23:57




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 Re: Re: T030 Brushhog size in reply to Fred Martin, 03-09-2000 05:01:52  
Can yo tell me where i can buy a good used 6 footer(Brush hug) and how about the recommended price?



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SandyB@TN

03-05-2000 18:11:15




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 Re: T030 Brushhog size in reply to Dan Tyler, 03-05-2000 14:07:49  
Dan,
The first thing you need before the Brushog is an Over Running Coupler (ORC). Without this on your PTO, the brushog WILL push your tractor. It is absolutely imperative that you have one of these before you put that rotary cutter on the back. As far as size, I have a 5' on my TO-20 and that's about all it will handle safely. You have 5 hp more than mine, but your tractor doesn't weigh anymore than the TO-20...I'd go with the 5' if I was you. The ORC is first though.
Sandy

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