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  1. LichenFarmer

    Where to find VIN/chassis number on a Zetor 6045

    Hi, does anyone know where to find the VIN/chassis number on a Zetor 6045? Cheers! J
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    APHA 48hr records inspection - what to expect?

    Hi, I have APHA coming tomorrow for a 48hr inspection. They say they want to see "all stock and medicine and death records" ... can anyone tell me what to expect? Cheers! Joe
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    Protective coating on floor of Ifor Wms flatbed

    Hi, The protective coating on the floor of my Ifor Williams flatbed is worn through to the ply in places. (It's dark grey, little circles on it...) Any ideas how best to repair this to prolong its life? Cheers
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    Agroforestry Forum?

    I'd love to see an agroforestry forum within this site. I'm a member of the UK Agroforestry group on Facebook, but not everyone is on Facebook. Obviously not every aspect of farming can have it's own forum on here, but I'd just like to make the case! Agroforestry is a growing interest, and...
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    Untreated larch fenceposts?

    I just wonder how long people think untreated fenceposts made of larch would last. Obviously there are many factors and there will be a big range, but I've got no idea really -- I know larch is considered a durable timber for exterior use, but then the demands on a post in the ground are much...
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    Knotter problems on New Holland square baler

    Hi, I'm having protracted problems with my square baler! It's a NH Compact Hayliner 65e. Last year the knots tied well, but it was breaking a lot of shear pins, so pre season I adjusted the slip clutch, sharpened and realigned the knives, adjusted the knotter brake and the needle timing to...
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    Legality of towing an agricultural trailer with a pickup truck...

    ... I'm presuming it's not at all legal, but I can't seem to find any guidance on this! My friend (no, really) has bought a 16 foot unbraked bale trailer, which he has bought to turn into a mobile cabin. He's intending to tow it home with a 4x4. I said 'ummmm...' Can anyone point me to the...
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    Broken baler parts 😢 Feeder tine holders and torsion springs for NH Hayliner Compact 65e

    Hi Baler wizards, I've got some broken parts on my New Holland Hayliner Compact 65e One of the cast iron tine holders on the feeder carriage has broken. It still works, but for how long...? (See pic) Also three of the torsion springs that hold the tines in working position have corroded and...
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    Clutch bolts for MF35x - Grade 5 OK? Or stronger needed?

    Hi! We're replacing the clutch on my MF35x. The old clutch bolts, that attach the clutch to the flywheel are stretched so we want to put new ones in. We have found new bolts (1.5" 5/16"UNC) - and they have three notches, which I understand means Grade 5 - Standard grade steel. It's not clear...
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    Rust preventative for plough

    Hi, I have a lovely Ferguson 2 furrow plough... the manual says I should apply a rust preventative to the mouldboards after use. Does anyone know a good currently available product for this purpose? Many thanks Joe
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