[joes_427_vette]

MJ;
Very interesting article on making the forks. I thought about making them out of channel but I didn't think they would have the strength after bending and reinforcing them. Well done !
I took the easy way and bought a set of 5k forks for $80.00 and encased them in channel. If you look real close by the lower tine you will see where I have a hole to install the three point pin. The the top arm mount is visible on the horizontal brace. I also intend to use them on the three point as well as the loader. So far the loader has picked up a bit more than 2500# with the forks. The Bradco backhoe on the rear weighs a ton so it helps to keep the rear tires on the ground. It won't move unless the four wheel drive is activated on the TC 55 DA New Holland.
I'm building a loader for a small John Deere. I'm tempted to try your method building forks for it just for the experience. Thanks for the info and pictures jr