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See more videos about all things related to tractors at: http://asktractormike.com/. Box blades are a tool that have a lot of uses around the homestead. If there's rough ground that needs to be leveled and prepared for seeding or a gravel driveway that has developed a "hump" or crown from years of use, a box blade can fix a those, and other, problems. At first blush, there's not much difference between box blades, other than price. But, with most things, you get what you pay for. This video talks about the different options that are available so you know what you're buying. Most homeowners can get by with about the cheapest box blade you can find, but if you use it a lot, or you're in really rough terrain like I am in the Missouri Ozarks, a heavier built model may be worth the extra money. Many of the major manufacturers of box blades make an inexpensive model and a deluxe model. Some even have an intermediate line. I'll give you some tips on what to look for in the video so you get one that will work for you. The second part of the video is me resurrecting an old driveway. When I first saw the driveway, and the box blade I borrowed to make the video, I frankly wasn't sure it would be a success. When I was done I was even surprised at how well it turned out. If you're doing a huge amount of driveway work, or a business with a large gravel area, a better investment might be a grader blade. They look a little like a box blade but they're a lot longer and flatter, and they have a blade aimed forward followed by a blade aimed back. They'll do what I did on the video with one pass, versus having to back up to cut the crown then move forward to spread it out. They work really slick for leveling dirt as well. They are quite a bit more expensive, unless you could find a used one. I have to say, I was really, REALLY proud of how well that old driveway looked when I finished. It' was about like the feeling you get when you're done brush hogging and you look back and think how pretty it is. That's the part of tractor ownership that makes most of us love having them and make me really enjoy doing these videos.
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I own a WOODS BSS72 box blade and love it. I actually prefer the thick steel the implement is made of and the way WOODS attached the rippers to the main beam. Pierced main beam makes it weak in my opinion. Keep the videos coming. :)
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"You gotta watch out for roots" What about roots? When I get a box blade it will have lot of small roots to deal with.
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GOOD VIDEO . WHICH LOW RANGE GEAR SHOULD I USE FOR THIS ? IS FIRST GOING TO OVERWORK MY TRANSMISSION ? THANX ...
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Hi Tractor Mike, just wanted to say "thanks" for posting your videos. I am a newbie farmer doing my best to learn the ropes. Your videos are great and very informative, I am getting all of my questions answered. I don't think I will ever be able to afford a spiffy new tractor but the info you are sharing is helping me figure out which used tractors to consider. And now I don't feel like an idiot when I run into someone way more experienced then me because now at least I know the lingo and some of what to look for. Keep up the great work, I subscribed and I'm watching as much as I can so I hope that helps support your work somehow.
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Great info sir. Thank You. When you move forward with the box blade at an angle to create the crown, do you have the teeth down at all to loosen the compacted gravel? Also, when going forward, will the loosened gravel fall to the ditch?
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The teeth are SCAR-ifiers, not SCARE-ifiers. Fyi
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After hearing what you said, I got the cheaper box blade, but it was built with quality steel and is American made. I have found some uses for mine since it came as part of a package deal from the John Deere dealership when I got the tractor. I have to be careful around my place since there is roots in my yard from the trees I use for shade in Summer.
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Thank you for the informative video. I really enjoyed it. I have read/seen videos where operators say that pushing with a box blade can, and usually does, cause bending of arms, etc. Have you any experience or thoughts with that? Thanks for the advice. I have a tractor coming tomorrow and repairing a driveway is top priority.
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excellent video. thanks
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hey mike I was wondering what's your opinion on, what's too many hours on a compact tractor?
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Thanks Mike, great info for us newbies. Bought meA used 5.5 with 4 theeth tonight. Gonna go out tomorrow and see how much damage I can do while I M learning. :)Is it better on dry ground or wet?
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I wish I could find a video that also describes the proper use of intermix, position control and effort while doing these small jobs. Mike has the best videos so far that I've seen. Not long on the ears easy to listen too.
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So, if the box on the box blade is removable, or the cutting edge is removable does the remaining scarifying teeth essentially make me a poor man's chisel plow?
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great stuff, as usual from you. so appreciate your videos!
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Hello, Mike. I stumbled on your channel surfing for tractor reviews.
I'll be purchasing a tractor to rehabilitate and reclaim the property around the old family farm. I've winnowed my list down to two: a Kubota LS3301 and the newcomer, LS XR3135. All of the reviews I've read are positive, with most raving about the extensive list of standard features on the LS that cost extra on the more well known brands, such as Kubota, John Deere, New Holland, et al. In what little research I've been able to find, LS is now making many of the models that carry the more popularly known names, with little or no real difference in quality of construction. Have you ever tested or reviewed the LS brand?
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Hi Mike. I have a good box blade but my driveway has spots with large rocks pressed into the gravel from the original job done by a grader. Every time I work the drive I end up with rocks 8 inches to a foot across in the wake. I then attach a rake ad sweep them to the side. Any suggestions or is this about the best I can do?
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Hi Mike love your videos. I learnt quite a bit from watching them. Now I saw your winter snow removal video. I was hoping that this coming winter you could explore this area more. Next summer I will seriously be in the market for a tractor to use for snow removal, and I would love to have your opinion in this area. Thing like attachments. I was looking at a rear mounted forward facing blower. Pronovost makes these in Quebec Canada. They are supposed to be one of the best. I plan on clearing driveways. The idea is to back in drop the blower and drive out. Do this twice and on to the next client. Thanks -John
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GREAT VIDEO THANKS FOR SHARING
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Very helpful. Thanks!