Blog Category: Aricks

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Cut Weekly Maintenance: How Non-Greaseable Gauge Wheel Axles Save Time & Money

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Let’s talk about something every farmer knows all too well—greasing.

It’s one of those necessary evils. Before the drill hits the field each week, you’re under the rows with the grease gun, giving each gauge wheel axle its dose. You know it keeps things running smooth and prevents early wear, but let’s be honest—it’s tedious. And if you’ve got a big drill planter, it eats up a chunk of time you could be using planting.

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April 15, 2025

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Optimize Your John Deere Air Seeder with Properly Maintained Residue Managers

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Residue managers are crucial additions to your John Deere air seeder, designed to clear residue from the opener’s path, reducing hair-pinning and enhancing overall seeding performance. Maintaining these parts is essential for ensuring that your air seeder operates efficiently, even in high-residue environments. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the role of residue managers, how to inspect them for wear, and why regular maintenance is key to maximizing the lifespan and effectiveness of your equipment.

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March 19, 2025

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Ensuring Consistent Seeding Depth with Well-Maintained Cover Plates and T-Handles

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Cover plates and T-handles are integral components of your John Deere air seeder, playing a crucial role in setting and maintaining the depth of the gauge wheel. Consistent seeding depth is vital for uniform crop emergence and maximizing yield potential. In today’s post, we’ll explore the importance of maintaining these parts, how to inspect them for wear, and when to replace them to ensure your air seeder continues to operate at peak efficiency.

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March 12, 2025

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The Importance of Maintaining Seed Tubes in Your John Deere Air Seeder

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Seed tubes in your John Deere air seeder are essential for connecting the seed boot to the seed tubing, ensuring that seeds are delivered to the soil without friction or blockage. These components help in maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of your seeding operations. In this article, we’ll explore why maintaining seed tubes is vital, how to inspect them for wear, and when replacement is necessary to keep your air seeder running smoothly.

The Role of Seed Tubes 

The metal seed tube on your Disc Drill is there to guide seed and/or fertilizer from the manifold tower/distribution head (Air Drill) or Hopper (Box Drill) to the seed boot.

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March 5, 2025

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Enhancing Your John Deere Air Seeder with Durable Seed Boots and Mounting Solutions

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The Seed Boots on your John Deere air seeder play a pivotal role in ensuring precise seed placement within the furrow. Proper seed placement is crucial for uniform crop emergence and optimal yields. In this article, we’ll delve into the importance of maintaining these essential John Deere air seeder parts, how to inspect them for wear, and when to consider upgrades or replacements to keep your equipment performing at its best.

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February 26, 2025

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How to Maintain Press and Firming Wheels for Optimal Performance in Your John Deere Air Drill

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Press and firming wheels are vital components of your John Deere air drill, ensuring that seeds are properly pressed into the soil for optimal seed-to-soil contact. This step is crucial for achieving uniform germination and maximizing crop yield. We want to discuss the importance of maintaining these essential John Deere air drill parts, how to inspect them for wear, and when to consider replacement to keep your equipment performing at its best.

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February 19, 2025

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The Key Role of Closing Wheels in John Deere Grain Drills and How to Keep Them in Top Shape

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The closing or cruiser wheels on your John Deere grain drill are essential for finalizing the seed-to-soil contact by pushing soil back into the furrow. This ensures that the seed is securely covered, promoting even germination and protecting the seed from environmental stressors. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of maintaining these crucial John Deere grain drill parts, how to inspect them for wear, and when to consider replacement.

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February 12, 2025

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The Importance of Rebuilding Closing and Press Arm Pivots in Your John Deere Air Seeder

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Maintaining your John Deere air seeder is crucial for ensuring it operates efficiently season after season. One of the most overlooked yet vital components of this maintenance is the closing arm and press arm pivots. These parts absorb horizontal impact forces and allow for the vertical movement necessary to apply consistent downforce. Below you’ll find the importance of these components, how to inspect them, and why they should be a key focus during air seeder rebuilding.

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February 5, 2025

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Keep Your John Deere Air Seeder Running Smoothly with Properly Maintained Gauge Wheel Arm Axles and Arms

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The gauge wheel arm axles and arms on your John Deere air seeder are pivotal components that allow for precise depth adjustment and smooth operation of the gauge wheels. Proper maintenance of these parts is essential for ensuring consistent seeding depth and overall equipment performance. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of these components, how to inspect them for wear, and when to consider replacement to keep your air seeder running smoothly.

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January 29, 2025

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The Critical Role of Discs in Your John Deere Air Seeder and How to Maintain Them

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When maintaining the efficiency of your John Deere air seeder, one of the most critical components to focus on is the discs. These discs are essential John Deere air seeder parts that play a significant role in creating the perfect seed furrow. In this post, we’ll explore why maintaining these discs is vital, how to inspect them, and the importance of timely replacement to ensure consistent seeding performance.

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January 15, 2025

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Maximizing Drill Efficiency: How Main Pin and Bush Kits Keep Your John Deere Drill Running Smoothly

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When it comes to maintaining the precision and effectiveness of your John Deere drill, the importance of quality John Deere drill parts, like the Main Pin and Bush Kits, cannot be overstated. These components are vital for ensuring smooth operation, accurate seed placement, and long-term durability of your equipment. In this blog, we’ll delve into why these John Deere drill parts are crucial, how to inspect them, and when replacement becomes necessary.

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January 8, 2025

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Drill Inspection: Things to look out for

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A Farmer’s Guide to Inspecting Your Drill: What to Look for to Keep Your Equipment in Top Shape

As planting season nears, making sure your drill is in top shape is critical for success. A well-maintained drill ensures accurate seed placement, uniform crop emergence, and maximum yield. Regular inspections can prevent costly breakdowns and reduce downtime during peak planting. Here’s a streamlined guide to help you inspect key components of your drill before the season kicks off.

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November 7, 2024

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Why Should I Choose The Aricks Residue Manager?

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Upgrading your John Deere Air Seeder with the Aricks Residue Managers is a decision that could significantly improve your efficiency and crop yields. This integration not only enhances your machinery; it is also a step towards modernizing agricultural practices, ensuring sustainability, and maximizing profitability. Let’s talk about the multitude of benefits that come with this upgrade, compelling reasons that make this investment worthwhile for farmers.

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March 22, 2024

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Aricks Australia: Pioneering Durability in John Deere Air Disc Drill Solutions

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In the heart of Australia’s rich agricultural lands, innovation thrives not just as a concept but as a tangible reality. Thunderstruck Ag Equipment is thrilled to spotlight a partnership that epitomizes this spirit of innovation and introduce Jacqui and Colin Wemyss from Aricks Australia. Over a decade ago, they embarked on a mission to redefine the standards of durability and efficiency in John Deere Air Disc Drills, leading to the creation of a complete lineup of wear part solutions designed to outlast and outperform.

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February 21, 2024

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