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nguyenpatrickt · Jul 10, 2020

285 for used bd squadron sae amber foglights from bd, is that a Good deal?

EatSleepTacos · Jul 10, 2020

nguyenpatrickt said: ↑

285 for used bd squadron sae amber foglights from bd, is that a Good deal?
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Eh, their sae is pretty trash. If you want road legal pods go diode dynamics ss3 sport for about $180. This coming from a bd man.

(Oh look, an excuse to whore out Betty white)

Slow Internet · Jul 10, 2020

EatSleepTacos said: ↑

Eh, their sae is pretty trash. If you want road legal pods go diode dynamics ss3 sport for about $180. This coming from a bd man.

(Oh look, an excuse to whore out Betty white)

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Still need pics with them bitches on to be legit...

EatSleepTacos · Jul 10, 2020

FadedComa said: ↑

Still need pics with them bitches on to be legit...
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I’ll hit an old man, I don’t care

bbq4133 · Jul 10, 2020

I gotta work tomorrow but if anyone is doing one of those Burger King meet ups please let me know!!

buyobuyo · Jul 10, 2020

nguyenpatrickt said: ↑

285 for used bd squadron sae amber foglights from bd, is that a Good deal?
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EatSleepTacos said: ↑

Eh, their sae is pretty trash. If you want road legal pods go diode dynamics ss3 sport for about $180. This coming from a bd man.

(Oh look, an excuse to whore out Betty white)

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KC Hilite DOT lights are legit.

Superman910 · Jul 10, 2020

ilubtimmyhos said: ↑

Yessir. Wait, no I would never do that. It's missing because I had my windshield replaced officer. You know about those pesky rocks on the trail......
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I laughed more then I should have at this

Darkgoatracer said: ↑

I failed inspection because my exhaust was cut underneath my truck. The inspector said it had to be 2 feet past the cab with no cap and all the way out with a cap because its an enclosed space. That looks to not be the case though.

5. The exhaust system fails to discharge the exhaust to the rear or sides of the passenger and trunk compartment of passenger vehicles unless such design is consistent with the original vehicle manufacturer exhaust system.

6. The exhaust system fails to discharge the exhaust to the rear or sides of the passenger compartment that is designed for and normally used for the driver and passengers of a property-carrying vehicle.
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So basically he made his own bullshit ass call on it.

@boogie3478 I might need to go to your guy.

BTHawk · Jul 10, 2020

RobP62 said: ↑

Sure Eric, you're welcome. I didn't want to "tell you what you need", only offer some insight on the choices. An aerator can be pulled behind anything. So can a dump cart/wagon. One thing that some people don't care about that is important to me, is a active reverse cut ability. On some residential riding mowers, for safety, they make it so you can't cut in reverse. Stupid. On some you merely pull/depress the PTO or Blade Engage switch/button.

If your son is going to ride with you, you should definitely try that out on zero turn to see if both of you fit. Make sure you work the controls as some of those might be in the way. Some are very sensitive and that could also pose a serious safety issue. I've had my nephews son on mine, he's 1.5 years old. The rules: Never Never Never with the blades engaged. Period. Never on any hills. Always with the seat belt on. Only at slower speeds on the flats. I also make sure he wears safety glasses and hearing protection. Mine is a diesel and a little loud. He loves it though! I can't wait until he's old enough to do it for me while I supervise from a lawn chair with a cool beverage. I think it's great you are encouraging it.

I'm going to show you a very nice Garden Tractor (below) and it's not cheap. However, it has features I'd expect in this price range. The sad part is, other brands in the same range will not have the same features. The three main components you need to really look at are 1) The Engine - Kohler is a nice engine, but a Kawasaki is better. Bigger is definitely better. 2) The Frame and Deck - Cast and welded steel is worth the cost. Stamped steel will require a cover or shed. I leave mine out year round, and in 10 years, zero rust. (I throw a tarp on it in the winter to keep the snow off so I can use it without wasting time cleaning it off). 3) (Often Overlooked) Operator Comfort and Safety - Pay attention to the seats, steering wheels, and foot/hand controls. All riders have these. Not all riders are created equal. There are some things I wish I had. Arm rests on the seat for one. They help hold you in the seat on hills. Is the seat high or low? Low sucks unless your yard is smooth as a gold course. Your back will thank you. The "deck wash" system is nice. I would use that.

One thing I would look hard at is how hard is it to detach the deck. Or can the deck be detached at all? If you want to use the tractor for other tasks like snow removal, you don't want the deck on there. If the deck comes off, you can sharpen the blades easier. Otherwise you're going to need a lift. HF sells two that are very nice. I used my Hi Lift the other day and it was sketchy to say the least. I usually just remove it. I can drive over mine and hook it up but I still need to get on the ground to hook up the driveshaft and lift mechanisms. Deere has a subcompact that you drive over and it hooks it up mechanically somehow.

Anyway, with a quick search here's a couple interesting garden tractors I would not hesitate to buy if I didn't need any more machine than these.

https://www.husqvarna.com/us/products/riding-lawn-mowers/ts-354d/960450066/ (rear locker)

https://www.troybilt.com/en_US/riding-lawn-mowers/lawn-and-garden-tractors

https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/lawn...10.html#product-finder-riding-mowers=&start=0 (rear locker)

From here the prices start to go up considerably. Oh, look at the cost of a bagger system. Do you have to bag? No. However, grass clipping are pure fertiliser and you will find yourself cutting twice as much without one.

Also, there are some great used sub-compact deals from private sellers out there. Try to look at some of those. You might be able to get something really worth the money for 25% less than new.
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Damn, Rob...going to bookmark this for the next time I'm shopping for a garden tractor!

Kane0421 said: ↑

Originally.

There any vehicle lifted over 2 inches or something has to undergo a more thorough "modified" inspection
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Yeah, Hawaii has that...called Recon and it is a PITA. Nothing like having a bunch of folks with no engineering background inspecting your modified vehicle for road worthiness. Basically I need to have mud flaps and extended fender flares on to cover my dangerous tires. Oh, and Oahu is the only island that does it over here.

boogie3478 · Jul 10, 2020

Superman910 said: ↑

I laughed more then I should have at this

So basically he made his own bullshit ass call on it.

@boogie3478 I might need to go to your guy.
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The place I use will pass you as long as your lights, horn and brakes work.

Slow Internet · Jul 10, 2020

boogie3478 said: ↑

The place I use will pass you as long as your lights, horn and brakes work.
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Hell the NC inspections only cover lights and horn now....12 bucks out the door.

the.sight.picture · Jul 10, 2020

nguyenpatrickt said: ↑

285 for used bd squadron sae amber foglights from bd, is that a Good deal?
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Idk

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

crashdb said: ↑

He failed me. Glorious.
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That blows chunks Dave!

Darkgoatracer · Jul 10, 2020

As long as you don't admit to having a truck part buying addiction everything's fine, right? (Trip 2/3)

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

FadedComa said: ↑

Hell the NC inspections only cover lights and horn now....12 bucks out the door.
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That's because most people where you're at still ride mules.

Slow Internet · Jul 10, 2020

RobP62 said: ↑

That's because most people where you're at still ride mules.
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Says their jackass kin folk.....

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

Darkgoatracer said: ↑

I failed inspection because my exhaust was cut underneath my truck. The inspector said it had to be 2 feet past the cab with no cap and all the way out with a cap because its an enclosed space. That looks to not be the case though.

5. The exhaust system fails to discharge the exhaust to the rear or sides of the passenger and trunk compartment of passenger vehicles unless such design is consistent with the original vehicle manufacturer exhaust system.

6. The exhaust system fails to discharge the exhaust to the rear or sides of the passenger compartment that is designed for and normally used for the driver and passengers of a property-carrying vehicle.
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I wonder if they still make that flexible exhaust pipe like they did in the 80's ? I may need some of that if they get picky up here.

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

BTHawk said: ↑

Damn, Rob...going to bookmark this for the next time I'm shopping for a garden tractor!
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I'm just OCD Oh, and I've made a lot of mistakes and paid for them.

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

FadedComa said: ↑

Says their jackass kin folk.....
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<3

RobP62 · Jul 10, 2020

Darkgoatracer said: ↑

As long as you don't admit to having a truck part buying addiction everything's fine, right? (Trip 2/3)

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What's taking so long? I've been practicing on my stripper pole and have a lot of new moves to try out.

Darkgoatracer · Jul 10, 2020

RobP62 said: ↑

What's taking so long? I've been practicing on my stripper pole and have a lot of new moves to try out.
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My shit luck Rob. My shit luck.

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