Hats off to your LS dealer. A free PR video for the dealer and the manufacturer. Also advertising for a new kit for that model tractor. I would buy from this dealer and have them maintain my equipment in a heartbeat.
Adam, I've been dealing with SLI for years, and they do remember you and keep records on everything you purchase and keep all of your information. They are truly a home town business and care about you.
Hey Adam! I stopped by your stand today and got $60 worth of firewood. Thanks for the wood,we are going to get some good enjoyment at the fire pit. Have a wonderful Memorial Day with your family and friends. Take care and God Bless you all!!!❤😊
I will probably never use a tractor however your video was so enjoyable to watch, especially watching Rich. It is always a pleasure seeing people working with such professionalism and knowledge.
A dump trailer with 14,000 pounds worth of weight capacity is absolutely the best single trailer to have if you are a smalltimer with 1-2 pieces of equipment that can fit into it.
@@Thunderst0rn the axles on a dump are really far back in order to prevent picking your truck up by the hitch when 8,000 pounds of concrete tumbles to the rear of the bed when you dump it. … I routinely tow an 8,5000 lb excavator in a similar dump trailer behind an F250 diesel. It is tricky to get the machine far enough BACK to properly balance the load while still closing the trailer doors. But it works really well once you figure it out. The main real downside? Height. The deck is very high. Your trailer is less stable, you need to pay more attention to overhead clearance, and the ramps are very steep when loading/unloading.
That was kind of the man to let you video the work & take time to explain it all. Some bulldozer company needs to realize you're a great advertiser & "share" a bulldozer with you!! 😉👍✨️ God bless you and your family!! ♥️🙏♥️
Just bought a MT347 HC from Sandy Lake. Had the 3rd function installed. Hydro top link looks very useful. I’m taking delivery on it this week! I’ll be following your channel!
I have these options on both my tractors and they should be standard options, I use the TT on my finish mower when mowing over banks and ditches and the TT kit on my drag blade and box scraper, once you get these options you will never want a tractor without them !
The top link and tilt sure make hooking up to implements WAY easier too. Even with quick hitch it can be tough if not on level ground and those functions make it simple regardless if level or not.
I wonder what Richards back story is ? How do you go from being in charge of an off shore oil platform to tinkering with tractors in a roadside garage ? 😊😊
Nice! I added a 3rd function to my New Holland T4.95 and it was an excellent addition. They should be more of a standard item on loaders given the number of grapples and such out there now. On my T5.120, it came from the factory with a diverter for running 3rd function. It's seamless and works very well. I look forward to seeing how your rear adjustability helps out. Nice video!
This was a great video Adam. A real eye opener for someone like myself. While it’s sometime fun to do maintenance work, should anything go South on you Sandy Lake will take of it. That’s where my son says it’s cheaper for me to have the work done. He told once, my times worth a lot more so I just have most maintenance done. It will be fun to see how you utilize your tractor for existing and future projects. When you use those new functions we’ll all think back to this video. 😊❤
What a great video, I installed a hydraulic third link on my MX4700 last summer and what a difference it makes being able to adjust on the fly. Your right that should come standard on every tractor. Ill never be without one.
Could you guys make a video or do you guys have a video of explaining the land you purchased? How much wooded and how much open land grass? How much is costs to buy and even approximately how much it costs to maintain?
I had the dealership install the third function on my tractor. Totally agree, not something I wanted to tackle. I’m still struggling about box blade vs land plane. When I make that decision, I will install the top and tilt myself since the rear remote is on the machine. Great video.
Nice video Adam. There at the end in the background it appears that the pond level is low. Is it still leaking? When are you doing another update on it?
Nothing better than watching a Master Mechanic at work. At the end of the video I noticed the pond. I thought it would be farther along by now. How about an update.
Rich is knowledgeable and has pride as a mechanic. Fear is when these guys retire for good, Who's going to step up? Don't see many younger people like this. Hope there are some out in the world to do this work.
I just received my LS MT357 Friday. I had the 3 function added before I got it. It is nice. 12 hours I had bolts backing out. Which the manuel covered. I like the hydraulic lift I need to ask about that
Hi Adam, What is the name brand of this 3rd function? It looks to be factory as it has the same joystick as stock with the 2 buttons. Is it an LS 3rd function? Dan
Adam I'm surprised that you could hall that size tractor and trailer with your truck? But it seemed to handle it you will enjoy that rear remote function! Can't wait to see the building and how's the pond doing?
Smart move Adam going to the dealer for this. The third function valve install looked fairly detailed, complex and not intuitive. The functionality and ease of operation for your tractor will be greatly improved. Anyway, happy Memorial Day. Stay safe healthy and cool. Bill H from Cranberry Township
Interesting seeing how thee 3rd function valve was put on. I got a 3rd function valve as part of the purchase of my TYM 574HC. I may have to consider a tilt kit though. I put a hydraulic top link on for my land plane, but can see the advantage of the tilt kit for my box blade.
Just ordered the top link for mine. Didn’t get the tilt kit. I’ll be interested in an update video after a while to see if having the check valve on the top link really matters or not. The one I ordered from agrisrore has it.
17:15 You can tell Rich is someone who knows that having a hydraulic gauge whipping around on a 18" lead is definitely not fun. And if you wanted to get him a nice Christmas gift, get him one of those 20 gallon low profile oil drain pans from Vevor :). He won't need near as much kitty litter.
How do you strap down your tractor in the dump trailer. I want to consolidate to one large dump trailer but can't figure out the best way to strap down the tractor.
I have 4 D rings in the corners of the bed of the trailer. Now finding a good tie down point on the tractor itself is a different story. If the machine was mine I would probably try to weld on something for tying down
To use piloted check valves on a hydraulic top link and/or side link is highly debated on the various tractor forums. The only reason not to us a check valve is if you intend to use an implement in float mode. Othewise it is best to use a check vale on both hydraulic links in the name of safety and to prevent leak down changing the position of an implement how ever small the leak down may cause. To see a seasoned mechanic using tape on a hydraulic fitting was disturbing since it is considered "taboo", the tape can lead to residue in the hydraulic fluid and can lodge in the hydraulic valves. I (and most others) use Loctite 545 on all hydraulic (and pneumatic) fittings.
The key to using tape on a fitting is to start the tape a thread or 2 back from the end of the fitting. I have used it that way for 40 years without a problem.
IMHO if you have a box scraper you really do need the Top & Tilt functions. However, the manufacturers of that kit need to re-spec that top cylinder of the top & tilt kit. The one they chose is too long. Fully retracted is about what I would consider a neutral position and the rearward "droop" is super excessive. Right now if you wanted to rip with the scarrifier teeth you can barely pick up the back blade to avoid scraping and moving dirt at the same time.
With all the hills you have, be careful loading on a slight incline. If the rear tires of your truck come up a little off the ground, you'll be going for a ride you won't like..
Not to bust your balls to much. But when you load your tractor. You should block the front tire of your truck. Can see your trailer moving forward as you load it. I had it happen one time loading a skid steer on a trailer and the rear tires on the truck came off the ground and I was along for the ride.
Yeah I knew that would happen. As long as you’re prepared for it and know what to do you should be fine. When you’re at that point either get on the trailer or get off. The worst thing you can do is freeze. My truck and trailer only moved about 6” because I kept driving forward to get the tractor to provide tongue weight and get the truck tires back on the ground. Or better yet park on flat ground and you don’t have anything to worry about
Honest dealer, honest work, despite his age... think seriously about who you want your daughters to see as their President.... if they wore that much make-up as 45... would you let them out of the house? Or let them in his car?
I have a good dealer where I am. Your guy was impressive. You can tell when someone cares about the work they do.
Rich is the type of guy we all hope is working on our equipment when a trip to the dealership is required.
I agree
Rich is obviously a very knowledgeable, skilled mechanic. You were in good hands. Great video Adam! 🤠👍
Absolutely
That's what a professional, skilled mechanic looks like. Nice work Rich!
An employee like Rich is the reason I would purchase a tractor there
Hats off to your LS dealer. A free PR video for the dealer and the manufacturer. Also advertising for a new kit for that model tractor. I would buy from this dealer and have them maintain my equipment in a heartbeat.
You can also order your parts and kits right from Sandy Lake Implement. They will ship across the country. I forgot to mention that
Great additions for your tractor, Adam. Rich did a nice job explaining as he worked! 👍
Thanks Adam, another great video. That mechanic was the star of this video. Thanks for featuring such a competent guy.
Adam, I've been dealing with SLI for years, and they do remember you and keep records on everything you purchase and keep all of your information. They are truly a home town business and care about you.
Hey Adam! I stopped by your stand today and got $60 worth of firewood. Thanks for the wood,we are going to get some good enjoyment at the fire pit. Have a wonderful Memorial Day with your family and friends. Take care and God Bless you all!!!❤😊
I will probably never use a tractor however your video was so enjoyable to watch, especially watching Rich. It is always a pleasure seeing people working with such professionalism and knowledge.
Rich knows his stuff. I'm also impressed with that trailer of yours. It can carry so much weight.
A dump trailer with 14,000 pounds worth of weight capacity is absolutely the best single trailer to have if you are a smalltimer with 1-2 pieces of equipment that can fit into it.
I agree but I wonder what the vertical load is on the connection with the pick-up. It seems large with the wheels rather far back.
@@Thunderst0rn the axles on a dump are really far back in order to prevent picking your truck up by the hitch when 8,000 pounds of concrete tumbles to the rear of the bed when you dump it.
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I routinely tow an 8,5000 lb excavator in a similar dump trailer behind an F250 diesel. It is tricky to get the machine far enough BACK to properly balance the load while still closing the trailer doors. But it works really well once you figure it out. The main real downside? Height. The deck is very high. Your trailer is less stable, you need to pay more attention to overhead clearance, and the ramps are very steep when loading/unloading.
@@MemphisMechanic makes sense, thanks for clearing out!
That was kind of the man to let you video the work & take time to explain it all. Some bulldozer company needs to realize you're a great advertiser & "share" a bulldozer with you!! 😉👍✨️ God bless you and your family!! ♥️🙏♥️
That would be awesome Dianne, thanks for the comment. If you see any big wigs at caterpillar let them know haha
@@HometownAcres Ahahahaha, I wish I knew someone. Maybe they'll see your video & get the message! 😉🙏♥️
Just bought a MT347 HC from Sandy Lake. Had the 3rd function installed. Hydro top link looks very useful. I’m taking delivery on it this week! I’ll be following your channel!
Rich is a very good teacher.
Yes he is
I like your dealer. Made the difficult look easy. That's what a true expert can do.
Рич мастер своего дела - выражаю ему большое уважение за его труд, и тебе Адам за то, что показал такого человека.
I have these options on both my tractors and they should be standard options, I use the TT on my finish mower when mowing over banks and ditches and the TT kit on my drag blade and box scraper, once you get these options you will never want a tractor without them !
That was the best update to this tractor. This Tractor is exactly what i need
Definitely going to come in handy for you. Rich did a great job explaining the process 👏.
The top link and tilt sure make hooking up to implements WAY easier too. Even with quick hitch it can be tough if not on level ground and those functions make it simple regardless if level or not.
That’s another excellent point
Респект этому Рику. Видно, что чувак шарит. За работой профессионала приятно наблюдать. Долгих лет жизни ему.
I wonder what Richards back story is ? How do you go from being in charge of an off shore oil platform to tinkering with tractors in a roadside garage ? 😊😊
Good video 👍 Great upgrade 😊 The ability to be able to crown your drive alone will be worth it.
I agree, when I bought my L4060 Kubota new I ordered it with the top and tilt and third function. These should be standard equipment.
Love the copper pan catch pan lol
That is an awesome 3rd function kit, and Rich is one of a kind.
Nice! I added a 3rd function to my New Holland T4.95 and it was an excellent addition. They should be more of a standard item on loaders given the number of grapples and such out there now. On my T5.120, it came from the factory with a diverter for running 3rd function. It's seamless and works very well. I look forward to seeing how your rear adjustability helps out. Nice video!
This was a great video Adam. A real eye opener for someone like myself. While it’s sometime fun to do maintenance work, should anything go South on you Sandy Lake will take of it. That’s where my son says it’s cheaper for me to have the work done. He told once, my times worth a lot more so I just have most maintenance done. It will be fun to see how you utilize your tractor for existing and future projects. When you use those new functions we’ll all think back to this video. 😊❤
Loved the upgrades and Rich was an awesome and willing participant
Box blade upgrade is nice.
Yes you are right every tractor should come with all that
What a great video, I installed a hydraulic third link on my MX4700 last summer and what a difference it makes being able to adjust on the fly. Your right that should come standard on every tractor. Ill never be without one.
Could you guys make a video or do you guys have a video of explaining the land you purchased? How much wooded and how much open land grass? How much is costs to buy and even approximately how much it costs to maintain?
Still no pond update. Nice additions to the tractor, now you need more remotes on the back. Blessings
I’ll be doing a pond update soon
Nice video Adam. Stay safe.
I had the dealership install the third function on my tractor. Totally agree, not something I wanted to tackle. I’m still struggling about box blade vs land plane. When I make that decision, I will install the top and tilt myself since the rear remote is on the machine.
Great video.
Box blades are great at moving material & land levelers are great at smoothing material. Tim in northern TN
Great video. Bummer to see the pond struggling in the background. Can't wait to see the next installment in the pond fix.
We’ll be doing a video update soon
Hi Adam, what about your pond? Did water level establish finally? I really like watch your movies. Greetings from Poland 😀👍
We’ll be doing a pond update video soon!
Nice video Adam. There at the end in the background it appears that the pond level is low. Is it still leaking? When are you doing another update on it?
Great additions to the tractor! I just got the top link for my tractor. I’ll be putting a video out on it soon. Great video Adam!
Excellent video to have on record for making the change over.
Nothing better than watching a Master Mechanic at work.
At the end of the video I noticed the pond. I thought it would be farther along by now. How about an update.
Going to do an update soon
This is a fascinating video. Thank you for sharing it. Chip
GOOOOOOOD
MAAAAAAAAWNIN & HAPPY MEMORIAL WEEKEND ❤️🇺🇸
Thanks for the video Adam
Keep up the great work
Have a day
Thanks Jack. Happy Memorial Day!
Well done with this instructional video. Cheers
good job!
Interesting.. all machines need maintenance! Upgrades and to be kept out of the weather!
There was something familiar about the dealerships' name.....then realized they had been real good/knowledgeable about Allis Chalmers parts.
Rich is knowledgeable and has pride as a mechanic. Fear is when these guys retire for good, Who's going to step up? Don't see many younger people like this. Hope there are some out in the world to do this work.
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I just received my LS MT357 Friday. I had the 3 function added before I got it. It is nice. 12 hours I had bolts backing out. Which the manuel covered. I like the hydraulic lift I need to ask about that
Hi Adam,
What is the name brand of this 3rd function? It looks to be factory as it has the same joystick as stock with the 2 buttons. Is it an LS 3rd function?
Dan
Awesome! Thanks 😊
Adam I'm surprised that you could hall that size tractor and trailer with your truck? But it seemed to handle it you will enjoy that rear remote function! Can't wait to see the building and how's the pond doing?
Yeah actually it towed really well. We’ll be doing a pond update soon
Smart move Adam going to the dealer for this. The third function valve install looked fairly detailed, complex and not intuitive. The functionality and ease of operation for your tractor will be greatly improved. Anyway, happy Memorial Day. Stay safe healthy and cool. Bill H from Cranberry Township
Thanks Bill!
Interesting seeing how thee 3rd function valve was put on. I got a 3rd function valve as part of the purchase of my TYM 574HC. I may have to consider a tilt kit though. I put a hydraulic top link on for my land plane, but can see the advantage of the tilt kit for my box blade.
You will be glad when you add the tilt cylinder! Tim in northern Ztm
Thats nice the 3rd function has hard lines on the loader.
Yeah it’s a nice kit
Where can I purchase a top and tilt kit for my LS Mt468? Couldn't find anything online
Just ordered the top link for mine. Didn’t get the tilt kit. I’ll be interested in an update video after a while to see if having the check valve on the top link really matters or not. The one I ordered from agrisrore has it.
Very nice adds.😊
I’m looking for the third function on LS parts website but I don’t see one, what part number is it?
Mike morgan uses that all the time... How is the pond doing?
We’ll be doing a pond update soon
Image having Rich for shop class teacher.
Real farmers work on their own equipment
I’m not a farmer
Adam now your tractor is completely done
*looks at pond behind you* what are your thoughts, filling? leaking?
Update coming soon
You have guys who know what to do and then you have guys who know what they are doing. Rich is the last type of guy.
Adam, what was the cost for just the top link kit and installation?
What’s your trailer and tractor weight combined!? Looks like a load on the f150.
Probably about 9,000 pounds. 3000 pounds for the trailer and 6k for the tractor.
Rich knows his shit. Awesome.
17:15 You can tell Rich is someone who knows that having a hydraulic gauge whipping around on a 18" lead is definitely not fun. And if you wanted to get him a nice Christmas gift, get him one of those 20 gallon low profile oil drain pans from Vevor :). He won't need near as much kitty litter.
How do you strap down your tractor in the dump trailer. I want to consolidate to one large dump trailer but can't figure out the best way to strap down the tractor.
The ones I’ve seen have tie down points (flip up eye rings) in the corners of the bed floor. Used them to haul Skidsteer before.
I have 4 D rings in the corners of the bed of the trailer. Now finding a good tie down point on the tractor itself is a different story. If the machine was mine I would probably try to weld on something for tying down
To use piloted check valves on a hydraulic top link and/or side link is highly debated on the various tractor forums. The only reason not to us a check valve is if you intend to use an implement in float mode. Othewise it is best to use a check vale on both hydraulic links in the name of safety and to prevent leak down changing the position of an implement how ever small the leak down may cause.
To see a seasoned mechanic using tape on a hydraulic fitting was disturbing since it is considered "taboo", the tape can lead to residue in the hydraulic fluid and can lodge in the hydraulic valves. I (and most others) use Loctite 545 on all hydraulic (and pneumatic) fittings.
The key to using tape on a fitting is to start the tape a thread or 2 back from the end of the fitting. I have used it that way for 40 years without a problem.
Did the shop mechanic grease that large pin that holds the hydraulic cylinder before hammering it through? I
Nice!
What happened with the tractor door?
Tailgate swinging in the wind.
IMHO if you have a box scraper you really do need the Top & Tilt functions. However, the manufacturers of that kit need to re-spec that top cylinder of the top & tilt kit. The one they chose is too long. Fully retracted is about what I would consider a neutral position and the rearward "droop" is super excessive. Right now if you wanted to rip with the scarrifier teeth you can barely pick up the back blade to avoid scraping and moving dirt at the same time.
With all the hills you have, be careful loading on a slight incline. If the rear tires of your truck come up a little off the ground, you'll be going for a ride you won't like..
👍👍👍
Rich showed his professionalism on camera!
Ww, pond looks really low?
Update video please?
Going to do one soon
Only professionals use kitchenware for oil drain pans. 😯
Retired kitchenware lol. I don’t think they’ll be cooking pork chops in that pan anytime soon
I had long tractor they are tough
Ok, why didn’t you do the installation yourself??
LS wanted a certified mechanic to do it. Plus I wouldn’t have wanted to do the third function myself
@@HometownAcres I was joking. lol
Not to bust your balls to much. But when you load your tractor. You should block the front tire of your truck. Can see your trailer moving forward as you load it. I had it happen one time loading a skid steer on a trailer and the rear tires on the truck came off the ground and I was along for the ride.
Yeah I knew that would happen. As long as you’re prepared for it and know what to do you should be fine. When you’re at that point either get on the trailer or get off. The worst thing you can do is freeze. My truck and trailer only moved about 6” because I kept driving forward to get the tractor to provide tongue weight and get the truck tires back on the ground. Or better yet park on flat ground and you don’t have anything to worry about
Anybody, how big is Adam?
But you can not get this in Germany 😮
Why is your pond so low?
We’ll be doing a pond update soon
Honest dealer, honest work, despite his age... think seriously about who you want your daughters to see as their President.... if they wore that much make-up as 45... would you let them out of the house? Or let them in his car?
Does Rich's wife know he has her chicken skillet in the garage?
Yes I do 😂
Rich obviously isn’t a real mechanic. I didn’t hear him swear once!
Hahaha
NO!