P1000 Work Horse

[ibleedjohndeeregreen]

I must start my first post by saying this forum is a huge bonus of purchasing a pioneer. I farm several thousand acres and have owned nothing but John Deere equipment. The gators have fallen so far behind in my opinion. That being said I bought a 1000-5 today. I plan to put some hard hours/miles on it. During the spring and summer I spray fence rows with my gator. First question. I will be hauling 50 gallons of water and chemical at a time running around 5-7mph. Would you run it in low? Second question. I won't have a windshield but will be on the pioneer 8 to 10 hours a day, does the heat under the seat become a issue with out a windshield? Third question. Where have you bought a rear view mirror you like? Thanks for any and all help.

 

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[ibleedjohndeeregreen]

Sorry I am new and don't know how to edit my post. I have a fourth question. Has anyone been able to set up a pioneer to ride in between 30 inch rows?

 

[Plumber32]

I would run low in manual 1 or 2nd gear. But once you get set up you'll have to see what works best for you. Rocky Mountain has a good rear view mirror. I've got a kolpin I like. I would probably put the insulation in. You can buy it at home depot. Or a guy on here sells it already cut to fit. And welcome to the forum! What state are you from?

 

[CumminsPusher]

Yes for that run low for sure. Yes heat will get you. For your application buy the under seat cover from @Bayouownbeer and how about a couple 12v fans? And a cooler with a couple cold ones? Congrats on the 1000! And welcome home

 

[Hondasxs]

Welcome to the club. Your blood doesn't look green to me. lol.
See if I can help with a few questions.

1. Low or Hi... Both can handle it on flat ground. If on a hill or something I would defiantly do Low. I would maybe do manual to limit the sloshing around and maintain speed.
2. No way you are on there for 10+ hours. lol... WOW. Seeing you are a farmer I guess you could. By the way, you definition of heat is totally different than others. But yes, you will fell heat. If it is tolerable to a farmer. My dad and grampa would say it was ok. I say its a little warm. wife says its too hot for her to ride. Solutions --> P1000 - 1000 seat heat shield for sale!
3. here -- Amazon.com: utv mirror rear 1.75 Be sure to get one that comes down some like this one Amazon.com: Seizmik UTV Rear View Mirror - 1.75in. Clamp 18050: Automotive 1.75" will work if the clamp is light duty like most are. Actual bar size is like 1.77" or something.
4. I havent a clue. But you will find the edit button soon enough.

Finally. Glad your spec of red blood is spreading. Soon we will have it through and through.
Ever have a question dont be afraid to hit us up.
thanks.

 

[sharp]

Welcome! It looks like you just got your answers in less that two hours! I agree with the above suggestions too.

 

[oilslick]

I would suggest a bug screen instead of a windshield, especially running next to fields .

 

[ibleedjohndeeregreen]

Well to be honest it usually isn't 10 straight hours. I will load up a tank go spray it off. Drive back to my shop and repeat. I usually take breaks. I live in central Iowa. Thanks again for all the great info

 

[CumminsPusher]

You know @oilslick might be right about the bug buster I could see that as a bonus for you. Try this link and take a gander Bugbuster Windscreen

 

[CumminsPusher]

Thanks for the promo

It's a good thing that helps and it's "American made" why wouldn't we?

 

[Bayouownbeer]

Yes for that run low for sure. Yes heat will get you. For your application buy the under seat cover from @Bayouownbeer and how about a couple 12v fans? And a cooler with a couple cold ones? Congrats on the 1000! And welcome home

Thanks for promo

 

[KevinSC]

Thanks for promo

I spray with a 40 gallon tank all yards for my grass service and I use high. Easier to control at that speed. Just my thoughts.

 

[Stauvo]

I must start my first post by saying this forum is a huge bonus of purchasing a pioneer. I farm several thousand acres and have owned nothing but John Deere equipment. The gators have fallen so far behind in my opinion. That being said I bought a 1000-5 today. I plan to put some hard hours/miles on it. During the spring and summer I spray fence rows with my gator. First question. I will be hauling 50 gallons of water and chemical at a time running around 5-7mph. Would you run it in low? Second question. I won't have a windshield but will be on the pioneer 8 to 10 hours a day, does the heat under the seat become a issue with out a windshield? Third question. Where have you bought a rear view mirror you like? Thanks for any and all help.

Welcome to the club! I installed the EMP convex 1.75 rear view mirror and the Seizmik pursuit side mirror. I totally love the set up. Hit my neighbors mailbox at 30 and flipped the mirror in and my son just pushed it back out and it locked back to Zero.