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skid steer tracks

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ray Hewitt Aug 31, 2011. 2 Replies

Does anyone have experience with RUBBER over-the-wheel skidsteer tracks. What are the good and the bad?  I have heard that actual track machines are terrible in the snow, but not sure about these…Continue

Leveling behind primary tillage

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ray Hewitt Jul 13, 2011. 1 Reply

We have a DMI 530 B ripper with the leveling disks behind it.  It sucked last year at smooting out the ground.  We want to be able to spray over it in the spring without having to work it first.  We…Continue

Spray Trailer

Started this discussion. Last reply by bill reinhardt Oct 25, 2011. 3 Replies

I want to buy a tanker for hauling water and chemical to the sprayer.  We are also using more solution and think a tanker would be good at sidedress time, so want to stay away from a flat bed.  Here…Continue

Looking for help...

Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian Grossman Mar 11, 2011. 6 Replies

We had some ice go down the center of a bin today and plug up the well.   I don't know what it is called, but you can get a cage-like device to put over your center well so a chunk will either break…Continue

 

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David Wheeler replied to Adam Blonde's discussion case ih 1250 planter
"Yes, we have one and like it very much.  Ours is a '12, so we have a lot of updates that fixed the problems they had, especially with seed bridging in the manifold.  The Early Riser unit is far and away a superior unit to the JD or…"
Jan 31
David Wheeler added a discussion to the group The Beef Grower's Corner
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Feedlot software

I am looking for software for feedlot management.  ADG, feed conversion, as-fed by pens, being able to bill customers from software,use of RFID tags for individual animals, treatment logs, and carcass data would be features I am looking for.  And of course, affordable. If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know.  Thanks.See More
Nov 4, 2012
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David Wheeler left a comment for Joe Miller
"Hey Joe,      Was wondering if you ever decided on a cattle building.  I finally pulled the trigger on one.  It is going to be a Legacy building, which is a gable roof covered in fabric.  I am going through the…"
Aug 8, 2012
bill reinhardt replied to David Wheeler's discussion Spray Trailer
"We have a vanside i love and insurance will cover it they wont cover a flat bed. It all in how u plumb it. I got over flows so i dont even have to go inside when i fill"
Oct 25, 2011
Ray Hewitt replied to David Wheeler's discussion skid steer tracks
"Track loaders are not too bad in snow as long as you keep the tracks flat on the ground once the front of the track comes up off the ground you lose all your traction.  "
Aug 31, 2011
Michael Lewis replied to David Wheeler's discussion skid steer tracks
"I was worried about tracks in snow also but I went ahead and bought a Deere CT322.  It did fine in the snow this winter so I wouldn't worry too much.  I have never used the tracks that go over tires before."
Aug 31, 2011
David Wheeler posted a discussion

skid steer tracks

Does anyone have experience with RUBBER over-the-wheel skidsteer tracks. What are the good and the bad?  I have heard that actual track machines are terrible in the snow, but not sure about these type.
Aug 31, 2011
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Ray Hewitt replied to David Wheeler's discussion Leveling behind primary tillage
"You are right that they really don't work when it is too wet."
Jul 13, 2011
David Wheeler replied to Justin Hagedorn's discussion How far would you travel for land?
"I am with the other guys.  We are going up to 35 miles also.  I think it is a no brainer, especially since it is family.  They are right.  Traveling sucks and eats up precious time.  But this year we were able to plant at…"
Jul 12, 2011
David Wheeler posted a discussion

Leveling behind primary tillage

We have a DMI 530 B ripper with the leveling disks behind it.  It sucked last year at smooting out the ground.  We want to be able to spray over it in the spring without having to work it first.  We have a pull-type Redball sprayer with 90' booms.  Was wondering if anybody was pulling a crumbler behind the same machine.  What do you like or don't like?  I have heard they ball up when it gets wet.  We are looking at a Unverferth for primary tillage w/16" wheels.  Thanks for your input.See More
Jul 12, 2011
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Abram V replied to David Wheeler's discussion Spray Trailer
"My boss has a tank trailer that holds around 7500 gallons, and then they put part of a van trailer on the back over the axles, They possibly had the tank cut down, but I don't know  for sure. Anyway the van part holds 4 250 gallon shuttles…"
May 30, 2011
Ray Hewitt replied to David Wheeler's discussion Spray Trailer
"Have you thought about a van trailer? That is what we use and it works great you don't have to worry about taking the bulk chemical or jugs out when you are done for the day if it is gonna rain. I would recommend getting a trailer that is a…"
May 28, 2011
David Wheeler posted a discussion

Spray Trailer

I want to buy a tanker for hauling water and chemical to the sprayer.  We are also using more solution and think a tanker would be good at sidedress time, so want to stay away from a flat bed.  Here is my problem: How do I carry bulk chemical?  I don't think I want to put a platform out the back- extra weight, especially when your trying to get as much solution as possible.  I thought about tanks over the fenders, but not sure.  Ideally it would be something that could be changed out easily, in…See More
May 26, 2011
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David Wheeler replied to Joe Miller's discussion Finishing cattle in confinement in the group The Beef Grower's Corner
"I have a good friend that lives in Tipton.  How can you live near IC and not be a Hawkeye?  Just kidding.  We do not slaughter on the farm  There is a locker about 15 miles from us that we use.  We are right now trying to…"
Apr 8, 2011
David Wheeler replied to Joe Miller's discussion Finishing cattle in confinement in the group The Beef Grower's Corner
"I agree100% Joe. The durability and longevity on the covers are something to consider.  Even if a hoop is cheaper right now, in 10 on 15 years to re-cover it might push that cost well over a mono.  Keep me informed on what you do, cause I…"
Apr 7, 2011
David Wheeler replied to Joe Miller's discussion Finishing cattle in confinement in the group The Beef Grower's Corner
"I think you are definitly in the ball park on your numbers.  The biggest factor from what I have been told is how much concrete you pour.  And there will be a real savings in commercial fertilizer by properly utilizing your manure. …"
Apr 6, 2011

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