Concrete Balast Box Cure?
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MrJimi
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You forgot to put lifting hoops/rings in it , If it were me ? I would wait at least 48 hours in comfy temps, not freezing temps. Take your time and you will have a "forever weight box" that you and your followers ( son's, grand children )will enjoy for a long time
Ya should date it with your name. all it takes is another layer.
Do It for them
Jim
Ya should date it with your name. all it takes is another layer.
Do It for them
Jim
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Racer71
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Jimi,
I thought about the hooks but didn't for two reasons.
I don't think I can lift it with the FEL.
I can always put a chain through the top link arms.
I thought about the hooks but didn't for two reasons.
I don't think I can lift it with the FEL.
I can always put a chain through the top link arms.
MrJimi
Elite Member, Rest in Peace
Think about this,, You will get a bigger,stronger unit some day. Always plan ahead.
You should be fine for now and you figure a way to pick it up in the future
You can always drill a couple of holes and insert two bolts for lifting
I know I would
Jim
You should be fine for now and you figure a way to pick it up in the future
You can always drill a couple of holes and insert two bolts for lifting
I know I would
Jim
dillo99
Gold Member
Nice Job Racer.
Looks HEAVY!
I would give it as long as possible to cure...several days if not more. Concrete actually takes about 30 days to reach full strength.
Looks HEAVY!
I would give it as long as possible to cure...several days if not more. Concrete actually takes about 30 days to reach full strength.
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Racer71
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Racer71
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dillo99 said:
It came in at 1,300 pounds. It is transfering about 800 pounds from the front axle to the rear axle also.
One use for this is wheel packing my driveway project. With the ballast block and a full bucket I am increasing the weight of my 4,000 pound tractor by 2,000 pounds!
I plan on using it some tomorrow before I head off to the Chili Bowl. It will then sit for a couple of weeks.
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Racer71
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This thing is great! If you want to dig in the dirt get a tooth bar and a ballast box. They work very well together.
toolsorbust
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Racer71 said:This thing is great! If you want to dig in the dirt get a tooth bar and a ballast box. They work very well together.
Hmmm ripper teeth under a ballest box. thinking of a new toy for breaking up red clay.
