Imparting knowledge about all aspects of equipment that is employed in modern production agriculture.
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Hot Rod Farmer: Summer memories
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In this episode Ray takes a break from an in-depth technical talk and shares some memories and tips for a memorable summer (or any time) road trip.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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This episode of Idle Chatter aired in the early days of the podcast. The introduction and audio are a little different from what I use today. The information is timeless, foundational, and just as relevant to your success. Agriculture runs on machinery… but profits on reliability! Thanks for listening, Ray Bohacz… the Hot Rod Farmer How to identify…
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Ray takes a deep dive into whether a manual or automatic is the best choice. Listen and then you decide. Success on the farm or ranch requires efficient machinery. I am Ray Bohacz, the Hot Rod Farmer from New Jersey, and I want to help you maximize the reliability of your equipment. Please join me every Saturday at 11:00 am Eastern for Farm Machine…
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Hot Rod Farmer: Lost art of tuning an engine.
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The tuner is like the conductor of an orchestra. He allows the engine to make beautiful music instead of noise.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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This episode of Idle Chatter aired in the early days of the podcast. The introduction and audio are a little different from what I use today. The information is timeless, foundational, and just as relevant to your success. Agriculture runs on machinery… but profits on reliability! Thanks for listening, Ray Bohacz… the Hot Rod Farmer What every farm…
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Though it is commonly referred to as anti-freeze, its most important work takes place during those hot summer days. Success on the farm or ranch requires efficient machinery. I am Ray Bohacz, the Hot Rod Farmer from New Jersey, and I want to help you maximize the reliability of your equipment. Please join me every Saturday at 11:00 am Eastern for F…
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Hot Rod Farmer: Lost art of servicing an ignition distributor.
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In this episode I share what needs to be done to the often-neglected distributor.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Only a little is good… when it comes to valve lash…that is! Originally published 9/4/2019.
This episode of Idle Chatter aired in the early days of the podcast. The introduction and audio are a little different from what I use today. The information is timeless, foundational, and just as relevant to your success. Agriculture runs on machinery… but profits on reliability! Thanks for listening, Ray Bohacz… the Hot Rod Farmer You need to und…
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A generator that runs but produces little to no electricity is like a spare tire with no air… useless. Success on the farm or ranch requires efficient machinery. I am Ray Bohacz, the Hot Rod Farmer from New Jersey, and I want to help you maximize the reliability of your equipment. Please join me every Saturday at 11:00 am Eastern for Farm Machinery…
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Hot Rod Farmer: Lost art of adjusting an automatic choke.
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This short series continues revealing how to get the choke circuit to function properly.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: The key to happy motoring… HYDRAULIC MOTORING that is! Originally published 8/28/2019.
Learn how to make your hydraulic motors last a lifetime!Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Ray gets with Ben Hushon from The Mill, to learn the real deal about using drones on the farm.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: The lost art of carburetor adjustment.
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This is the first in a multi-part series that will cover some basics that are not well known any more.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Buyer beware…gasoline brands are different! Originally published 8/21/2019.
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What you need to know before you pull up to the pump.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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There are many causes that can stop your equipment or vehicles from running. This week Ray covers six common problems and offers some time-tested tips to get you running again.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: There is always a reason.
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As with life, things happen with machinery. It is your responsibility to figure out why, even if it takes decades. The education you glean will bring value to future diagnostics.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Hot makes old? How can that be? Originally published 8/14/2019.
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What you need to know about exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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The term “mining” usually references extracting the fertility from you soil and not replacing it. This week Ray explains how you unintentionally can extract the reliability and longevity from your equipment.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: The need to service emission control systems on both gasoline and diesel engines.
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Most of us associate wear with moving parts. In this episode Ray explains what can happen to an emission control system, and what you can do to avoid an expensive failure or down time.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Stop burning up your profits with non-essential essentials. Originally published 8/7/2019.
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Increase the service life of your support equipment.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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I talk with Andrew Sunderman about how the joint venture between AGCO and Trimble is bringing ability to all farmers, regardless of the equipment they own or its age.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Memories correct.
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This week Ray laments about how often in life we have eyes that do not see the treasures that are right in front of us.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Specifications… where you begin not where you end! Originally published 7/31/2019.
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Stop relying on computers. Let's get back to the basic of understanding.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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In this episode Ray juxtaposes the advancements in engine power to those in agronomy that push corn and other crop yields.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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On the road to Nathan Rand.
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Please join me as we talk with Nathan Rand in Marshalltown, Iowa. He is a farmer but more importantly, a large animal veterinarian. Nathan honors not only God’s creation with his care and love for them, but also becomes a lifelong friend to the farm families he interacts with. Being a devout follower of Christ, his story is a testament in trusting …
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Hot Rod Farmer: Are you a machinist or a machine operator?
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This week Ray asks which are you and explains that the journey is often more important than the destination.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: What gets turned on… must be turned off! Originally published 7/24/2019.
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Pulse width modulated circuits made easy!Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Few things are more annoying and potentially detrimental than an oil leak on an engine. In this episode, the Hot Rod Farmer provides a logical and efficient process to locate where the oil is coming from.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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On the Road to Tom Cotter
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Our journey takes us to North Carolina to have a talk with Tom Cotter. He is the world-renowned host of the mega-hit YouTube show, Barn Find Hunters. Tom’s passion for the people and cars they love is juxtaposed with his desire to listen to their story. His show has over 3 million subscribers. Today, he shares with you the story of his life and the…
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Hot Rod Farmer: Getting the longest life from your equipment.
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Everything is expensive today, so it only makes sense to extend the life of your machinery and vehicles. This week the Hot Rod Farmer touches on some practical and often overlooked protocols to achieve that goal.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Don’t let your engine be hot headed. Go with the flow! Originally published 7/17/2019.
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Understanding and diagnosing thermostats and electric cooling fans.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Even though a solenoid is a relatively simple device, it can lead you down the wrong diagnostic path if a few key elements are not recognized. This week I take an in-depth look at what you need to know.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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It is very appealing and, in some instances, smart business to buy a relatively new, low- mileage vehicle in lieu of a brand new one. This week Ray goes over some things for you to consider. Who would have thought the little old lady from Pasadena did what she did!Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Electrical Gremlins Beware! Be your farm’s Ghostbuster. Originally published 7/10/2019.
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Eradicating intermittent electrical problems.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Air conditioning has become a necessity in modern farm equipment. It is not only important for a productive day, but it can also be extremely expensive to repair. This week Ray shares some simple tips to avoid a major failure.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: The secret life of engine oil.
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In this episode I discuss the task of engine oil beyond the obvious, and the importance of piston ring design and sealing. I messed up at the end and hit the stop button instead of the exit music! That is the reason for the abrupt close.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Entrained fuel. The bubble machine in your fuel tank. Originally published 7/3/2019.
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Your engine wants fuel and not air mixed with it!Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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A listener from Utah is confused by the sudden increase in copper in the engine oil test from his CAT powered generator set.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: The story of my life…
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Wanting to take a break this week from a technical talk, Ray shares with his listeners a little about how life brought him to this point. He opens his heart to you, his cherished audience.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: What is eating at…. YOUR ENGINE? Originally published 6/19/2019.
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Electrolysis and cavitation erosion!Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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You buy a new car or truck to avoid problems not to create them. In this episode, the Hot Rod Farmer provides some practical guidance to protect your financial investment when things go drastically wrong.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Understanding the way engine idle speed is controlled.
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Controlling engine idle speed used to be nothing more than a throttle stop screw… but that has all changed! Follow along as Ray provides a timeline from the simple and effective throttle stop screw to drive-by-wire motors, that accomplish the same function.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Hot Rod Farmer: Shake, Rattle, Roll made Bill Haley and The Comets RICH… but will make you POOR! Originally published 6/12/2019.
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Understanding NVH and why it is important to your farm.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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Small engines can cause big problems if they do not start and run. Many falsely blame the problem on the carburetor or gasoline when it rooted in carbon deposits.Από τον Hot Rod Farmer
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