good words to live by TTWT!..."enjoy the journey, rather than just rushing to get to the destination." those words could apply to more than just projects.
Many years ago, when our kids were small, I was working hard on some house repairs. One day my father stopped by with a friend. Dad's friend asked why I was working so hard. Told him I wanted to get it done. He responded "Why, it will wait for you? Enjoy time with your kids!" I changed my schedule for repairs.
Great advice on completing projects, It has taken me 60 years to figure that out but atleast I did before I die. My projects are much more enjoyable now. I appreciate you putting that in words. Good job Tim.
I sprayed dandelions last week with my X738 and John Deere 25 gallon click-n-go mounted sprayer. This came with a 12 volt cigarette lighter plug to use in the 12 volt outlet on the fender that is controlled by a switch on the instrument panel. The sprayer uses a 12 Amp motor. After spraying 1.3 acres I noticed the plug was quite hot. I think this is the 4th year I have used this set up. I just bought a John Deere 125 pound dry spreader also with Click-n-Go brackets. It was supplied with a harness to go all the way to the battery. X738 needed an extension. I was hoping to use the 12 volt outlet on the fender but now I am having second thoughts. I have to go check motor for Amp requirements. New harness has a 15 Amp fuse, I think this is the same for 12v outlets. If the new motor is less than 15 Amps I think I will go ahead and try the existing outlet. I have seen foam used in fields for years. Even for my small area I think it would be useful. I use the X738 because it is so much more maneuverable and handles the hills better than my 2025R.
Tim, it’s been inspiring to watch you and Christi build this channel and your skills over the years. I started with a 53 NAA I rebuilt and restored. I now have a Kioti CK3510 and love it. I went through a rough time and had to sell all of my equipment a few years back but am slowly rebuilding with different priorities in mind. I don’t think you will ever know just how inspiring your faith based channel can be to guys like me. Thanks Tim.
Look into Deutsch connectors. They are the most robust, best sealing connecters I've used. Used extensively in heavy earthmoving equipment, and is very reliable.
Tim, crossbow is not labeled for lawns. When spraying turf the more water they better 15 gallons is ok but 20-25 would be better for coverage. Coverage is king when it comes to killing weeds in lawns. Also should put in a surfactant with your herbicide. Can get them with a drift control agent in them. Well worth it and makes the chemicals work better.
Tim my Son has a 80 acre farm in Vermont and they have a JD 755. You do a lot with a 1025 and after watching some of your Videos and others the 1025 is the best way to go cheaper parts upkeep etc. Your vids are very help full for people like me. You are like a little kid with your tractor I love it.
We used to get plenty of dandilions but I never used any chemicals. But I noticed when I got a mulching mower the dandilions didn't come back! The only time I see them now is just before the 1st mow of the season, mulch and gone for the summer. Chemical free is the way to be!
Tim: We got plenty of time hopefully, and if we don't have plenty of time...well, it didn't need to be done. Sounds like me, since I'm retired. If I don't get it done today, I'll do it tomorrow. Or I'll leave it for someone else in the future, when I'm gone. 😺
I just had a few things, I think the fresh water tank is also for when you are finished you need to run a quarter gallon or so of water through so your spray is cleaned out. If the products sit in the spray nozzles they may begin to gum up and then require removal and cleaning ( not difficult but when you come out to spray you want to spray not work on the sprayer) Not only is this good for the sprayer but next week someone might need fertilizer or complete vegetation killer, whatever it is just not something you want to do, that is mixing chemical even if only a small amount could be corrosive to your pump. Next we used a sprayer like the first little white one you showed and just couldn't get the results we wanted so we went back to the granulated products and it always seems to work well. The sprayer was super cool but it was surprising to me how so little wind would blow the atomized chemicals right back on me. Keep up the great work, I love the videos!
Hey Tim....I live in western Ohio close to Richmond. I cringed when when I saw you spraying your lawn with Crossbow. I've used it twice and both times I noticed significant stunting of the grass. Just today I did spot spray with Crossbow hitting patches if clover in my lawn. I load my 40gal 3pt FIMCO with Crossbow and spray side ditch, fence rows, and around the edge of a wooded area.....works great in those applications. I was hoping the foaming rig you used was more cost effective...$800 is a bit salty. I rigged a foamer last year using a 12v compressor. Down side after about 30mins it will get hot and blow a fuse. Would like to find source for a better compressor. I use Dawn soap and hot water for foam. Actual foaming agent is stupidly expensive. Hoping to spray later this week.....wind wind and more wind...😊
Great idea on the 30A rear electrical outlet cable Tim. I have a 100 litre rear sprayer for my 1026r and am looking to upgrade, and that cable sounds like it would make connecting up a bigger sprayer or just even a foam kit a whole lot easier. Plus, I like the idea of having a solid built in electrical power supply for other attachments,
A couple for comments. As another commenter mentioned Deutsch connectors are a good option for 12v accessories. The standard 12v SAE connector is also very common and really easy to find and work well. My other comment is on Crossbow. I learned the hard way Crossbow is persistent...for at least a couple of years. I sprayed a mulch pile that was growing some weeds with Crossbow and a couple years later put the mulch around some trees and grapevines. There was enough crossbow left in the mulch to nearly kill my trees and grapes. Lesson learned. Crossbow it awfully potent for yard weeds.
Thanks for the video. As for being able to turn the foamer on with the pump a simple pressure switch plumbed in to the pump line should do the trick. Some thing like an oil pressure switch in a car. Cut one of the power wires then connect the wire to either side of the oil pressure switch. When it sees power it will close the circuit and the foamer will work.
Great video. I added SAE plug on the back of my tractor with a switch. So far use it with my fuel pump and sprayer. SAE is a easy system to add ends extension cords and pulls apart easy. I also added a horn while I was wiring. The horn is awesome. Great safety feature and way to get someone’s attention. It’s my need a water button. I added some pictures to your FB page. Keep up the good work!!
While not a fan of clover, it is an indicator that you lawn lacks nitrogen. We have had excellent luck controlling broad leaf weeds using a granular product spread in late summer or early fall before the lawn goes dormant.
Replace the sprayers on off valve with an electric on/off solenoid and have it run off the same switch as the foam. Thanks for another video making me want to go out and get a 1025R right now 😂
I've added a hilo charging plug on my pto cover connected directly to my battery...use a power inverter for 120 access power...also use a hf wench... plugged in to pull out trees at neighbors pond and lift 2 h2o heaters out of my basement...have a stairway from garage to basement...shalom....🙂
Well done! Drone shots add a lot to this, particularly with the foam system. Would also make it easy to see the product effectiveness with fertilizer if you leave a specific area untreated. Love the cats.
Noticed in the no regrets video you had a John Deere yard in places. Yeller dandelion in the green grass. Looked good with the tractor setting in background. Finance committee told me 3 days ago "it's time to do this. Pick out your tractor "😃
I purchased the 150 gallon sprayer for my Johnny 4. I love the sprayer with only one big issue that I’m trying to get taken care of under warranty. As far as the power supply goes, Johnny 4 has a 6 pin trailer adapter in the rear which supplies power to the sprayers tail lights and foam marking system. My ONLY complaint is that the fresh water tank and the foam marker tank are very thin wall plastic and are not UV stabilized/weather resistant. After only being outside for a few weeks (upon delivery) while barn space was made for Johnny 4 and his implements both tanks shattered at me touching them. My Deere dealer can’t handle the warranty as the sprayer is not a true Deere product and only licensed through Deere from what I’m told. Hopefully Superior Tech, the sprayer manufacturer, will help me out. Maybe Tim can reach out to superior tech and help me out.
Should speak with your local AG supplier they can help you callibrate your sprayer. Make sure your chemicals are acceptable for spraying around water. There are things you can add to reduce wind drift.
I have the boomless version of this sprayer. Only 3 nozzles and can spray a 30'. Shutoffs for each outer nozzle on the boom. As others have said, use the PTO switch on the tractor to shut off the boom. I use this sprayer on my 1023E and 5085E cab tractor.
You should consider a remote fuse panel. You can install a switched circuit and swap out the fuse with the maximum amps needed for the attachment. The fuse panels are used a lot in marine applications.
Tim you were right on the mowing of the ditch, do you blow the grass off the road . Still getting use to having a sub compact after only having a riding mower , wheel borrow, shovel, and sweat.
I have run electric to the rear of my tractor. I purchased a rocker switch with custom text that says "Rear Electric" that fit the knockout in the dash for the 1025 that is intended for the electric deck lift. This keeps all the wires totally hidden and not at risk of snagging or being a tripping hazzard. This electrical connection has come in useful so many times. I am interested in the connector you are using at the rear connection point. The one I have is very basic and has no latching mechanism so it works loose from the implement at times.
Your pond has come a long way from when you moved in. That sprayer is pretty awesome. If I could only find an organic weed killer that works. We have gardens and plant organic heirloom seeds.
Hello Tim. I enjoy all your videos. I'm a Green tea for fan myself. I just purchased online a 60 gallon tow behind sprayer from greenleaf.com. the unit is by Workhorse, but I got it $100 cheaper from them than from my local Tractor Supply! Same part number with shipping charges. I bought it thru Ruralking.com. it has a 10 ft boom. I used it on my 6 acres property. The power cord is too short as it has to reach my battery on the JD 425. So I fabricated and extension. I must do more research on spectricides and the proper dosage for 60 gallons of water. I used up 3 60 gallon tanks, but I didn't the the results I expected on the dosage I applied. May buy a 30 or 55 gallon container of concentrate next time instead numerous quarts and half gallons. Thanks for all you do. God Bless. West Michigan.
Tim, I appreciate the content of your videos. Although some here have stated they appreciate dandelions in their yard I spray mine every year. I am a licensed applicator. For my yard I use a 60 gallon 14' crop care sprayer. I use foam markers. GPS as some have stated sounds neat but the cost effectiveness on a compact spraying limited acres could be challenging. I have 2 boom valves however for my use it works well to idle down then disengage pto at the end of pass. I switch foam between booms while spraying otherwise my foam tank will run out before sprayer is empty. I also put down 15 gal/acre
I've hardwired a 7 way trailer plug to the back of my tractor. There were enough extra pins to wire not only the lights for a regular trailer but also a couple of switched circuits. I'm not sure if the plug itself can handle 30 amps but it was a good multi purpose solution for me.
I’ve considered installing a 7-pin trailer hitch style connector, that way “universal” switches could be added by the dash and routed through the connector pins. Then they could perform different functions depending on the implement attached and how you’ve wired it. That would allow for 4 or 5 permanent switches to provide remote electrical control to implements, in addition to a standard 12V power connection.
Nice sprayer Tim, the foam system is a ringer, it seems like it would pay for itself in time and give better results than spraying without it. Keep the attachment videos coming. it's interesting to see what the world is coming too.😁👍🙋♂️
Tim, I converted a pull behind sprayer to a skid sprayer with 3 point hitch mount. It has a gas engine still powering the pump, at least until the pump goes bad. I'd love to have a foam marker. What is the air source for your foam marker? I've read that others have used aquarium pumps or even 12V tire inflators but I believe they would get very hot running continuously. Also, wouldn't it be better if your foam marker would extend out to match your nozzle spray pattern? Thanks for the video.
Tim have you considered a 12 volt DC naturally closed solenoid in lieu of the manual spray lever? The solenoid is closed to flow unless it has 12 volt current. This allows the flow to be controlled by a toggle switch mounted in a convenient location on your tractor. In addition you could leave the manual valve in place and in the “on” position. The solenoid could be mounted anywhere on the supply line between the tank and the manual valve. PS: We aren’t vendors. We enjoy a few acres and a couple of compact tractors.
Christy is a Trooper! Climbing that tree didn't bother her at all. Tim, good info on sprayer too, but Christy, as usual, stole the show with a brief cameo.
I had to run some heavier wire to the back of mine also as the cig lighter was not enough either. I use the anderson style connectors with some number 10 wire.
Hi Tim. Is there a reason you didn’t just use the PTO switch instead of the valve to turn on/off the sprayer? I know you thought of this already as that is the way I turned my PTO sprayer on/off. I sold it though.
We don’t have gps for our spraying tractor either, it would come in handy for some tasks but we get by without, especially in row crops. For open fields I use flags and pace it off at each end of the field. I can get excellent results this way, and it gets me out of the tractor seat to get at least some exercise... a foam kit would be useful in those situations.
I bought a for nozzle 10 foot sprayer 40 gallon electric just like the one I see you using from Tractor Supply for $ $399 and it works great I retired my old PTO 16-foot 60 gallon sprayer I'd have had since 1991 it got to aggravating to fix it every year and I did not spray my corn this year with something to kill the grass out of it I only used a 4D
Great Video as always. Quite often I find we are on a very similar wave link so to speak. IE. I think that is the same sprayer I bought last year. However I didn't spring for the foam marker system or that extra water tank . I did get the hand held hose and that good nozzle . That hand nozzle can spray an impressive distance when you crank up the pressure . Very nice sprayer. I just use my tire tracks to gauge where I am at. It does a really nice job. I have yet to quite sort out the pressure rates and speed thing, I keep using more chemical or material then I should be. I have noticed that I have to prime boom, by cycling that hand nozzle whenever I run the tank totally dry on the boom. Curious if you noticed that too ?
Anderson connectors are used in a lot of similar situations in Australia and they range up to 50 amps. Very popular for boating and fishing and our local council uses them to power sprayers and the like even on dedicated machines.
Loose the QH for better reach.. mine is to close... how do you install the pto pump? Also good use for liquid fertilizer also... like i do with my 66 galon 236" pto sprayer with 3 valves. I like the foam though.
3 months later.... Curious how the crossbow performed? Plans for another application? I have about 3.5 acres of grass and have been using granules, thinking I may need to convert to a sprayer.
The foam marking is a lot better than the blue dye i add to tell where..Curious if you could do a video on 3 PT hitch adjustment. i have a JD 3025E (in June it will be a year old ...)and when i hook up to my attachment they seem to rub on the inside of my tires when i turn either way event gently...
I've been looking at getting a rear 3 point snowblower. Instead of hydraulics I am planning on adding electric actuators for chute adjustments. I was thinking I could add actuators to many rear implements and planning on actually adding two of those rear electrical connectors and mounting permanent toggle switches for the same purpose.
Always enjoy your videos. Maybe should be a little more safety minded but overall great video. I was raised on a farm have a lot of experience on large equipment . I just bought a 2020 1025R with out the mower but with the loader and the 54"SNO blower and got the pallet system for the loader and purchased about 891 pounds weight with a quick hitch and the John Deere weight box .
Another great video. I actually have the JD version of the TKV20 (the MCS20), still made by Superior Tech, just branded with the JD logo, so I have the power already ran to the rear of the tractor. I thought you had mentioned in another video that you found wiring ends to fit that connector, but I can't find the video where you talked about it. Do you have a link to where you bought the extra connectors to work with the TKV20's wiring connector?
Tim, for broadleaf weeds like you are spraying. Check out measotrione, (active ingredient in multiple products). I use it on the farm, mesotrione is a pre / post emergent. Application rate is 1 cup (8oz) per acre in 30 gal of water is what I use. Plus a non ionic surfactant . It’s cheaper per acre and much more effective then salt 24d. As a side note. Look for ag options to avoid mark ups for lawn applications. (Tenacity / meso4sc).
Wow Tim, When you said “This is war Drone shot down “ I was ready to load up and go to war with you!! I was thinking you needed a southern boy on your side. 😂 love all your videos keep it up. !!
Maybe someone already covered this, but can't you just turn the spray on/off my engaging/disengaging the PTO rather than having to reach behind to the sprayer?
Kristi, I love how you aren’t afraid of anything!! Climbing up into that tree, riding the grapple up and down. Thought for sure when you put that left foot on that small branch it was going to give! Whew! The two of you are wonderful to watch.
I like the idea that you got to get the drone from the tree. Now how did the cat come down from the tree. I know that is not a approved use of the grapple,but it works.
Anything like this that can be used with a cab tractor? Something you can start and stop from within the cab, since with this one you wouldn't be able to reach the lever? Love the channel...
Wonder if the sprayer would stop if you turn off the PTO? Love your videos. Definitely cat people. Tree climbing, not so much any more. Nice job Christie
Tim, what I do to turn my sprayer on and off is to simply turn my PTO on and off. I have a cab and cannot reach my lever on the sprayer. If I need to I can get off the tractor and then turn off the sprayer to go to the next field. The foam would be excellent to have, I will check into the price of the sprayer. The cigarette lighter would be something I would be interested in putting on. What attachments did you use it with, I have a JD 4720. Thanks for the tip on Crossbow, I've been using 2-4D for years, and am looking for an improvement. Thanks again for all the info, Bob
when i use the PTO to turn off the spraying, it dribbles out a lot more. I would be concerned about how low he had the spray bar, the nozzles are designed to be a little higher for even coverage
