We've had some problems with the hydraulic system of our biggest John Deere and now that it's in 'rest mode' (as in we don't use it this time of year) Son decided to get these problems fixed. Three choices: try to fix it ourself, pay to haul it to the dealership for repair, or have a local mechanic work on it. The latter option was chosen and began yesterday afternoon. The mechanic is a young guy starting up his own on site repair business and who has been through the full John Deere training school. His family, my family, and Grouch Attack's family are pretty close as his 5th generation family farm is just a mile from GA's 5th generation family farm and his Dad and our older Son played together at one place or the other when they were small. I was working for his Grandpa when he passed away and I took over managing the farm until the family could sort out how to continue.
Anyhoo, I spent the afternoon helping the young mechanic, turning wrenches, and just talking. It was good for both of us. Grouch Attack says I'm the surrogate Grandpa which seems like a real compliment. I'm as proud of this young man as I would if he were my own Grandson so I'll accept that as big win.
Anyhoo, I spent the afternoon helping the young mechanic, turning wrenches, and just talking. It was good for both of us. Grouch Attack says I'm the surrogate Grandpa which seems like a real compliment. I'm as proud of this young man as I would if he were my own Grandson so I'll accept that as big win.
