[GeneD14]

I use a Markham removeable tooth bar, it only takes about 10 min to remove or install. When driving into a pile of clay dirt with the bucket it is like having 30-50% more horse power because all of the force is concentraited on the small sharp tooth ends. I can still grade using the back edge of the bucket. I take the tooth bar off to scoop loose dirt or rock off of a lawn that I don't want to tear up. I also take it off for snow removal.
Bucket hooks are great, use them alot. There are tons of threads on these forums about the best way to attach or space bucket hooks. Good Luck!