Hey Ted,
Can you explain the difference (functionally) between the single lid and double lid wicked grapples?
with the double lid, are both grapple cylinders are plumed in parallel together?
why would I want one or the other?
thanks
Oh my! The ole single vs double lid debate.
That's a subject that has been argued about for days without a definitive conclusion among the TBN masses!! :laughing:
Personally, IMO, I prefer single on a smaller grapple and double on a larger one.
A double lid will clamp tightly across the width of the grapple, which is more efficient than a single on a tremendously off balanced load.(my first pics will illustrate)
The cylinders are Teed together, so the fluid goes to the path of least resistance until it's tightened fully.
BOTTOM LINE: A grapple is one of the most useful investments for a tractor. Just make sure it's a WICKED GRAPPLE!!
Travis
Single lid grapples will have a somewhat faster cycle time because the fluid is only being sent to one cylinder. You can also clamp/pinch something right in the center, rather than to one side or the other.
I've got awesome pics showing what single lid Wicked Grapples are capable of.
This is why the great debate is forever ongoing!!!
yep, all of these are single lids