We came mighty close to overheating our tractor engine. If it wasn’t for all the electronic sensors, we might have had a real problem. The tractor is not only our work horse on the property it is also our backup power plant in the winter time during the seemingly endless cloudy days. Watching the video, … Continue reading Replacing a broken fan belt on a new tractor
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Breaking Ground on the Barn Shop
We finally broke ground on the barn shop. I finally did it. I mustered enough courage to break ground on the barn shop. The initial plan was to have me use the tractor and box blade to level the ground, but I didn't have confidence to do it. Eventually, from calling and pricing the creation … Continue reading Breaking Ground on the Barn Shop
Changing a Tractor Tire and Final Tree Removal
When a tractor tire is blown, there is no option but to change it where it is at. This lone tree was in the way of the future barn shop. I decided to remove it, but it also cost me a tire repair in the process. The cost of the repair was around $20.00 to … Continue reading Changing a Tractor Tire and Final Tree Removal
Back Saver, Tree and Stump Remover is Kioti Tractor
I have discovered so many uses for my Kioti Tractor CK3510; I am continuously amazed. Every homestead that has acreage, gathers firewood, has animals, plants gardens and orchards, plans to build outbuildings, or lifts heavy equipment needs a tractor with a loader. For the first 6 years on the homestead, my wife and I toughed … Continue reading Back Saver, Tree and Stump Remover is Kioti Tractor
Honest Companies Do Exist… Tractor Chain Success
Sometimes it seems everyone is so busy trying to make a dollar, that integrity is the first decent thing sacrificed to get it. Even in the blogging world, the temptation to create ad revenue before speaking a company's name is a real thing. When looking for tractor chains after this winter storm, I discovered two … Continue reading Honest Companies Do Exist… Tractor Chain Success
Time to Change the Oil. (New Tractor)
After two hundred hours, it was recommended to change the oil in my new Kioti Tractor. I decided to purchase the filter from the dealer and replace the oil for the first time. I have changed the oil on my vehicles for years and figured the tractor would be just as easy; besides some crowding … Continue reading Time to Change the Oil. (New Tractor)
Firewood, and why this YouTube Channel is not Successful
The end of summer is upon us and the firewood is in. During this video of gathering firewood over the course of one day, I discuss why the Living a Sustainable Dream YouTube Channel is not successful. I also explain the importance of taking a much needed break from social media. If you have struggled … Continue reading Firewood, and why this YouTube Channel is not Successful
Kioti Tractor Box Blade Implement Setup (when I can get to it)
My first sunny day of Spring Break and I wanted to be prepped for summer projects. I had to disconnect the Winco generator from the Kioti tractor and reattach the box blade. However, due to winter still hanging on, I had to work a day to clear a path to even get to the box … Continue reading Kioti Tractor Box Blade Implement Setup (when I can get to it)
The Tractor has Arrived
Our new tractor has arrived and we've already made some use of it by moving several dead rooted up stumps and a large burned up log left by the previous owner. What would have taken days and several weeks of back and knee recovery was done in a matter of a few minutes. Just yesterday … Continue reading The Tractor has Arrived
A Tractor: To be, or not to be, That is the Question:
We have been talking with each other over the past few months about purchasing a tractor and the pros and cons of doing so. Here are some of our thoughts: We are not getting any younger. Cutting, stacking, gathering and loading fire wood every year is not going away. The body cannot do what it … Continue reading A Tractor: To be, or not to be, That is the Question:
