The T-Bird was made a lot longer than that. I don't know the exact date but I have seen T-Birds with date codes from the early-mid 90's. The R-50 was discontinued around 2005 and the T-Bird around the same time.
See I knew they were ousted around 2005 but I didn't know when exactly the T bird started. Iv only seen later model T birds up in my area and most of them are now switched out to the 5000 series. Thanks for the knowledge!
Hey , yes you can. Most all Rotors have this feature. However you're better off to go with a low angle nozzle or a smaller nozzle to reduce throw. As soon as you introduce that screw into the stream of water it changes the spray pattern considerably. If you have a special circumstance then the screw method works fine !
I really want to learn how you installed it on the spike base. I just found a good deal on ebay and bought 3 of the t40 for my lawn.. I feel you need something in the mid to connect it to the spike base. Please help
Yeah of course. So most spikes are 1/2” Female pipe thread. The T Bird is a 3/4” Female pipe thread. So you can get a 3/4 -1/2” bushing to go in the T Bird and then a 1/2” nipple to connect it to the spike. This is the best way. The way I had it in the video is kind of sloppy. I used a 3/4” nipple to a 3/4”-1/2 reducing coupler then the 1/2” nipple. Either way will work.
5000s or SA series are a bit more economical since you can just change the nozzels that best suit your need. Also rain curtain is a nice feature but if you are using it in a edge or corner with a walk way or street edge for this application you will be wasting a lot of water. I would use a rain curtain pattern for covering large areas where there is not concrete or wall so you wont be wasting water.
All 5000 series nozzles have the rain curtain technology , as do the 42 and 52 SA. Ideally you wouldn't want a rotor spraying over concrete. Sprays are much more economical and efficient on small areas. Also the 5000 and SA series are what replaced the T Bird rotor. If you bought a T bird Rotor back in the day you would get the T40 Turret with 4 nozzle choices. You could then purchase the T30 or T22 turrets to fit your needs.
@@MikeMac89 what is the difference between t40 and t30 and t22 that I never seen,though my neighbors have two types of t bird types and one is the t40.
@@alexthemtaandr211weatherfa2 They have different nozzle ranges and trajectories. The T40 is a rain curtain equipped turret. The T30 and T22 have lower stream angles and do not have rain curtain technology.
Our sprinklers used to have two t40 heads,now only one is left,is there t45 and 50.
Nice, I like these! :)
The T-Bird was made a lot longer than that. I don't know the exact date but I have seen T-Birds with date codes from the early-mid 90's. The R-50 was discontinued around 2005 and the T-Bird around the same time.
See I knew they were ousted around 2005 but I didn't know when exactly the T bird started. Iv only seen later model T birds up in my area and most of them are now switched out to the 5000 series. Thanks for the knowledge!
Hey Ryan , my email - michaelmactavish89@gmail.com
I have this sprinkler and can figure out how to stop it from 360 around and around
It's probably a 360 model , they have the lock ring and everything but no trip assembly.
Hi Mike wanted to find out if u can adjust the distance throw of water coming from the t40? Can we reduce the distance of flow like the k rain?
Hey , yes you can. Most all Rotors have this feature. However you're better off to go with a low angle nozzle or a smaller nozzle to reduce throw. As soon as you introduce that screw into the stream of water it changes the spray pattern considerably. If you have a special circumstance then the screw method works fine !
I really want to learn how you installed it on the spike base. I just found a good deal on ebay and bought 3 of the t40 for my lawn.. I feel you need something in the mid to connect it to the spike base. Please help
Yeah of course. So most spikes are 1/2” Female pipe thread. The T Bird is a 3/4” Female pipe thread. So you can get a 3/4 -1/2” bushing to go in the T Bird and then a 1/2” nipple to connect it to the spike. This is the best way. The way I had it in the video is kind of sloppy. I used a 3/4” nipple to a 3/4”-1/2 reducing coupler then the 1/2” nipple. Either way will work.
You the MAN! will go to lowes or home depot 2moro to get them. Thanx Bro
Hey Mike appreciate your reviews, hard to find a quality sprinkler review in today’s age of lawn failures.
Thank you so much !
5000s or SA series are a bit more economical since you can just change the nozzels that best suit your need. Also rain curtain is a nice feature but if you are using it in a edge or corner with a walk way or street edge for this application you will be wasting a lot of water. I would use a rain curtain pattern for covering large areas where there is not concrete or wall so you wont be wasting water.
All 5000 series nozzles have the rain curtain technology , as do the 42 and 52 SA. Ideally you wouldn't want a rotor spraying over concrete. Sprays are much more economical and efficient on small areas. Also the 5000 and SA series are what replaced the T Bird rotor. If you bought a T bird Rotor back in the day you would get the T40 Turret with 4 nozzle choices. You could then purchase the T30 or T22 turrets to fit your needs.
@@MikeMac89 what is the difference between t40 and t30 and t22 that I never seen,though my neighbors have two types of t bird types and one is the t40.
@@alexthemtaandr211weatherfa2 They have different nozzle ranges and trajectories. The T40 is a rain curtain equipped turret. The T30 and T22 have lower stream angles and do not have rain curtain technology.
What kind of hose connection is that? I like how it stops the water when not in use.
That is a Gardena Quick Coupling. It is very handy !
This is an excellent video. I have no idea why Rain Bird released the 5000 to replace this. The 5000 is great, but it just isn't as good.
Hey thanks a lot. Hope to see some.more videos from you as well!
Thank you sir...n Tuhan Yesus berkati anda....