I add Howes Diesel additive to the diesel and I also have a Battery Minder hooked up to my battery at all times to help in cold weather starts. I also have my block heater plugged into a Power Badger block heater timer. I have it set to be ready for 6am and also to continue for 3 hours afterwards in case I’m not up at 6am. It’s an awesome unit.
Good points to make! One thing I've noticed is that service station pump fuel has the bio in the diesel as I need to change my filters after every 50 - 60 hours due to bio blockage. Farm bulk fuel doesn't have that since many farmers run a couple years before changing filters. And yes, number 1 diesel (winter fuel) has a cloud point of -30 degrees. (I'm in MN.) A note from someone I learned from; never winter store hydraulic cylinders fully extended when cold as when spring warm up begins, the oil will expand. They had a combine header cylinders explode out the ends due to hot weather oil expansion.
Just found your channel and have been binge watching to catch up. Haven't seen all of the videos yet so ignore this if I'm mistaken. I haven't seen any light bars yet. One of the best things I've ever added to my tractor is an LED light bar. I have two mounted on my sunshade on the ROPS. One mounted forward and one on the rear. My stock lighting just doesn't do it, especially with the FEL. I live in the south so mine helps me when my mowing goes past sundown. Those of you who live in the north and get large amounts of snowfall would really benefit from light bars when you have to plow in the dark. If you have done a video on them already, whoops! If you haven't, try some out............to everyone out there have a Merry Christmas! God bless!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
We're outside of Richmond, VA, so I'm not too worried about 'winter', but you have convinced me to start adding a little anti-gel. I was stationed near Sault Ste. Marie for 4 years and Alaska twice while in the AF, so I've experienced cold and what it does to engines. Great advice for those who haven't.
Beautiful machine! Awesome vid also! I'm your neighbor next door in WI and I have a compact JD 2520... Only 500 hrs and a beautiful little machine... I use the Rotella synthetic 5W40 year round and have had great results and luck with it... I also use the Howes brand anti gel and conditioner... This brand has the extra lubricity in it that the extra low sulfur took out so it lubricates the o-rings, pump, and so on... I use it year round for this purpose and also use it in my diesel Ford... About 2 oz. per 10 gallons.... I don't know if the Airtec brand has the lubricating properties, but will be checking them out... I have their greasing system and love their products... Thanks for all your videos and great knowledge you pass along!!!
I have a remote controlled outlet in my tractor shed for the block heater so I don't have to walk 50 yards to plug it in. I also have a red light on the outside of the shed wired into that outlet so I can see if it's on from my house!
Lots of good stuff, GWT! I personally keep a trickle charger on my battery during the winters months to prevent dead batteries and weak cold starts. Never know what kind of hidden gems you can find in the manuals lol
Now that's a grapple! One other thing folks should consider is if you're starting it cold, let it run around 1000rpm for a few minutes to get a little heat in all the oils and engine before you put it to work.
Good info, Courtney. Thankfully down here in Oklahoma this is not too big of a problem. (I STILL say I would tag that beauty & make it my daily driver!)
Easiest thing to do with your fuel is fill it when k1 kerosene. As a truck driver, I have driven for a few companies that filled the trucks with kerosene during the coldest nights. No worries with it gelling and will not harm anything.
Plug your block heater in to a Thermocube thermostat. It plugs in to a 110v recept. It wil close when the ambient temperature drops to 35°, opens at 45°. I believe they make other sizes, too.
Mixed fuel here in the U.P. can be hit and miss some stations put additive in there fuel and some don’t. I would just get in the habit of running ani-gel in your fuel and make sure you have something like Power Services 911 on hand if the fuel gels or starts to gel to get yourself back to the garage/barn.
Thank you so much for the info. You do a great job at everything you do. Also thank you for talking about the bio-diesel. With the small fuel lines on the BX and other tractors it is just as easy no to have the bio.
My experience is diesel can have a lot of water in it (the water then settles in the lowest point of the tank). A Mr. Funnel AF8CB Fuel Filter can filter the water out as you fuel the tractor. It solved my problems. Yes, that external fuel filter on the tractor wasn't catching it.
For our tractor, fuel is really the only thing we can do, but I've fill the fuel tank to the brim just a few days ago so that won't be a problem,add that lower saxony hasn't hade snow for a few years now, and I think we'll be fine. And think your 5115M is made in Mannheim If I remember correctly.
You can buy an outlet adapter at home depot, etc for about $10 called a thermo-cube...it will automatically turn on the outlet when the temp drops below 38 degrees, so if you keep your block heater plugged into it, you should be good to go.
Starting aid devices like block heaters generally aren't designed to run continuously. Here on the ND SD border, that cube would be on almost constantly December through March. Might be handy farther south though.
Wow, I really want a 5 series now. Great rig. If you don't mind sharing, what did that cost...ballpark? I paid about $60k for my 4066r with loader and attachments. I believe the 5s are over $100k new.
Nice tractor but being a dealer you probably come by those deals often. That's the kind of tractor I was looking at but I wanted to see the difference between the lower height model and that one I think it was the LM ? I don't think it'll really damage your tractor I know we never used that stuff in the local trucks I've driven the last 15 years but we got fuel from the same place every day so we didn't have to worry about water in the fuel. That additive is cheap insurance though. Nice job on the video.
@@corygrant594 I used the cheapest strong smelling dryer sheets I could get my hands on. Off the top of my I can’t remember the brand because it’s been 5 years since I sold my fifth wheel.
Could you do this type of informational video a bit earlier in the season? My first year with my diesel tractor found me dragging the thing out of my driveway with the truck after I, in my ignorance, forgot to add the anti-gelling treatment. Yes, it was a stupid mistake, but I don't subscribe to the channel because I know it all.
Thats a hell of a hobby farm tractor.
I add Howes Diesel additive to the diesel and I also have a Battery Minder hooked up to my battery at all times to help in cold weather starts. I also have my block heater plugged into a Power Badger block heater timer. I have it set to be ready for 6am and also to continue for 3 hours afterwards in case I’m not up at 6am. It’s an awesome unit.
Good video buddy I would never give you a thumbs down your channel is awesome
Good points to make!
One thing I've noticed is that service station pump fuel has the bio in the diesel as I need to change my filters after every 50 - 60 hours due to bio blockage. Farm bulk fuel doesn't have that since many farmers run a couple years before changing filters. And yes, number 1 diesel (winter fuel) has a cloud point of -30 degrees. (I'm in MN.) A note from someone I learned from; never winter store hydraulic cylinders fully extended when cold as when spring warm up begins, the oil will expand. They had a combine header cylinders explode out the ends due to hot weather oil expansion.
Just found your channel and have been binge watching to catch up. Haven't seen all of the videos yet so ignore this if I'm mistaken. I haven't seen any light bars yet. One of the best things I've ever added to my tractor is an LED light bar. I have two mounted on my sunshade on the ROPS. One mounted forward and one on the rear. My stock lighting just doesn't do it, especially with the FEL. I live in the south so mine helps me when my mowing goes past sundown. Those of you who live in the north and get large amounts of snowfall would really benefit from light bars when you have to plow in the dark. If you have done a video on them already, whoops! If you haven't, try some out............to everyone out there have a Merry Christmas! God bless!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
We're outside of Richmond, VA, so I'm not too worried about 'winter', but you have convinced me to start adding a little anti-gel. I was stationed near Sault Ste. Marie for 4 years and Alaska twice while in the AF, so I've experienced cold and what it does to engines. Great advice for those who haven't.
Beautiful machine! Awesome vid also! I'm your neighbor next door in WI and I have a compact JD 2520... Only 500 hrs and a beautiful little machine... I use the Rotella synthetic 5W40 year round and have had great results and luck with it... I also use the Howes brand anti gel and conditioner... This brand has the extra lubricity in it that the extra low sulfur took out so it lubricates the o-rings, pump, and so on... I use it year round for this purpose and also use it in my diesel Ford... About 2 oz. per 10 gallons.... I don't know if the Airtec brand has the lubricating properties, but will be checking them out... I have their greasing system and love their products... Thanks for all your videos and great knowledge you pass along!!!
I have a remote controlled outlet in my tractor shed for the block heater so I don't have to walk 50 yards to plug it in. I also have a red light on the outside of the shed wired into that outlet so I can see if it's on from my house!
Lots of good stuff, GWT! I personally keep a trickle charger on my battery during the winters months to prevent dead batteries and weak cold starts.
Never know what kind of hidden gems you can find in the manuals lol
Now that's a grapple!
One other thing folks should consider is if you're starting it cold, let it run around 1000rpm for a few minutes to get a little heat in all the oils and engine before you put it to work.
Good info, Courtney. Thankfully down here in Oklahoma this is not too big of a problem. (I STILL say I would tag that beauty & make it my daily driver!)
Winter? What is that? 😉😄
No, great into as always good sir! Cant wait to see big green in action on your farm!
Your videos are awesome. The rock star of tractor info. Keep it up, and thank you for all that you do.
Farming Vids from Good Works Tractors??Can´t wait!:D
That little toolbox looks funny on a larger machine
Another great and informative video! Thanks for all the tips
Easiest thing to do with your fuel is fill it when k1 kerosene. As a truck driver, I have driven for a few companies that filled the trucks with kerosene during the coldest nights. No worries with it gelling and will not harm anything.
That’s a beauty Courtney.
Plug your block heater in to a Thermocube thermostat. It plugs in to a 110v recept. It wil close when the ambient temperature drops to 35°, opens at 45°. I believe they make other sizes, too.
Thanks for the great tips and bringing the manual recommendations to our attention. I think my 1025R needs a block heater.
Mixed fuel here in the U.P. can be hit and miss some stations put additive in there fuel and some don’t. I would just get in the habit of running ani-gel in your fuel and make sure you have something like Power Services 911 on hand if the fuel gels or starts to gel to get yourself back to the garage/barn.
I run diesel additives year around...I have a witches brew that I have created over the last 10 years of owning diesel vehicles
Thank you so much for the info. You do a great job at everything you do. Also thank you for talking about the bio-diesel. With the small fuel lines on the BX and other tractors it is just as easy no to have the bio.
My experience is diesel can have a lot of water in it (the water then settles in the lowest point of the tank). A Mr. Funnel AF8CB Fuel Filter can filter the water out as you fuel the tractor. It solved my problems. Yes, that external fuel filter on the tractor wasn't catching it.
Wow nice tractor!
Yep I plug my tractor into a timer so mine will easily start
For our tractor, fuel is really the only thing we can do, but I've fill the fuel tank to the brim just a few days ago so that won't be a problem,add that lower saxony hasn't hade snow for a few years now, and I think we'll be fine.
And think your 5115M is made in Mannheim If I remember correctly.
Good video !
Great info Courtney! That’s a beautiful machine you found.
Good Morning !
Yeah if you can get a battery tender on it, that will help avoid unpleasant battery surprises for sure.
You can buy an outlet adapter at home depot, etc for about $10 called a thermo-cube...it will automatically turn on the outlet when the temp drops below 38 degrees, so if you keep your block heater plugged into it, you should be good to go.
Starting aid devices like block heaters generally aren't designed to run continuously. Here on the ND SD border, that cube would be on almost constantly December through March.
Might be handy farther south though.
Thanks!
Wow, I really want a 5 series now. Great rig. If you don't mind sharing, what did that cost...ballpark? I paid about $60k for my 4066r with loader and attachments. I believe the 5s are over $100k new.
Yeah, new is over 100k for this setup. I paid a lot less than that though.
Nice tractor but being a dealer you probably come by those deals often. That's the kind of tractor I was looking at but I wanted to see the difference between the lower height model and that one I think it was the LM ? I don't think it'll really damage your tractor I know we never used that stuff in the local trucks I've driven the last 15 years but we got fuel from the same place every day so we didn't have to worry about water in the fuel. That additive is cheap insurance though. Nice job on the video.
The mesh screen on on the front grill ices over when I'm snow blowing I try to clean it off but it turns to ice restricting air flow
You could probably pickup one or maybe even two 6’ round bales with that tractor/grapple setup.......maybe
Well I feel dumb. I bought the airtec antigel when I bought my lube shuttle and didn’t realize you could pull a spout out.
Rodents are a huge problem for me. I hear dryer sheets and mint spray are some options. Any thoughts or suggestions?
I think you just wanted to show off your new GEM!! Haha
One thing you didn't mention was how to keep rodents out of your tractor during the winter months and long periods of storage.
Dryer sheets, and they smell much better than mothballs.
I heard Irish spring work well.
@@thegrumpyyooper6503 Never had good luck using dryer sheets for anything to keep them out
@@corygrant594 I used the cheapest strong smelling dryer sheets I could get my hands on. Off the top of my I can’t remember the brand because it’s been 5 years since I sold my fifth wheel.
strongly suggest, when leaving the tractor outside, to place the FEL in such position as to minimize the amount of extended hydraulic cylinders.
Could you do this type of informational video a bit earlier in the season? My first year with my diesel tractor found me dragging the thing out of my driveway with the truck after I, in my ignorance, forgot to add the anti-gelling treatment.
Yes, it was a stupid mistake, but I don't subscribe to the channel because I know it all.
Dang dude 5115 what do u got planed? 😏
I did notnknow that about the bio-fuel.