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TractorByNet.com - Build-It Yourself http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums Forum for users who want to build their own implements: front-end loaders, backhoes, and more! en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:23:43 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg TractorByNet.com - Build-It Yourself http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums John Deere Quick Attach Frame, Tree Scoop, and FEL Forks http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157786-john-deere-quick-attach-frame.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:03:08 GMT I am posting some pictures of the tree scoop (poor man's backhoe) in action that I recently built and used last weekend to move 8 trees ranging in height from 8 foot up to 30 foot tall. I modified a design I found on this forum and instead of welding the scoop to the quick attach frame, I just bolted it on so I could utilize the frame for other tools, such as the rails I am welding up for the Forklift forks I got from one of my buddies a couple of weeks ago.

Man this thing worked great. I was able to dig out the trees to move in about 2 1/2 hours and dig the 8 holes at my house, in mostly clay soil, in under an hour. I will post some more pictures of the frame, scoop, forks and rails, and of the trees planted in my yard as soon as I catch up with work and home stuff. I was home taking care of my sick 2 1/2 year old Monday and Tuesday and she kept me pretty busy.

]]> Build-It Yourself DaleJR88Fan http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157786-john-deere-quick-attach-frame.html canopy from Jeep CJ hardtop http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157737-canopy-jeep-cj-hardtop.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:40:24 GMT My brother had an old Jeep CJ hardtop laying around. I cut off the back window and sides. Made a nice even cut all the way around. Welded up some... My brother had an old Jeep CJ hardtop laying around.
I cut off the back window and sides.
Made a nice even cut all the way around.
Welded up some brackets.
Didn't take long to do.
If you look at the pictures I think I have the front angled up too high.

I still need to finish welding and paint but it seems to work well and it covers backhoe seat as well

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]]> Build-It Yourself MIkeWard http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157737-canopy-jeep-cj-hardtop.html car engine driven log splitter http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157709-car-engine-driven-log-splitter.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:26:19 GMT Has anyone thought of using a car to drive a hydraulic pump for a log splitter. I have a 93 civic that I was thinking of using - body is shot but... Has anyone thought of using a car to drive a hydraulic pump for a log splitter. I have a 93 civic that I was thinking of using - body is shot but engine/tranny a still good. Basically put the car on blocks, remove the wheels, lenghten the drive shaft and connect to a pump. Given its 1.5 litre engine puts out about 100hp it should have no problem driving a good sized pump, without working the engine.

I am sure with the right pump, you could use a 48" cylinder, split slabs green, stack to dry then use a buzz saw to cut to size. ]]> Build-It Yourself skenk http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157709-car-engine-driven-log-splitter.html Welding Question http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157687-welding-question.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:11:18 GMT A while back I purchased a Millermatic 251 MIG welder that I run .045 flux-core wire through. I always grind/polish the area I intend to weld before... A while back I purchased a Millermatic 251 MIG welder that I run .045 flux-core wire through. I always grind/polish the area I intend to weld before laying a bead, however, I've noticed that on some brand new 1/4 inch steel I bought that the first bead always looks terrible with open "bubbles" that form once the weld hardens. I can go back over the same area a second time and the weld looks perfect. It's almost as if the first bead evaporates some sort of contamination and "prepares" the metal for the second pass.

Is there some sort of contamination on the surface of the metal that I'm not completely removing when I grind/polish the metal? The metal has some sort of think oily coating on it that I assume is supposed to keep it from rusting. What's the best way to clean that off before I lay a bead?

Thoughts? ]]> Build-It Yourself nunyabinis http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157687-welding-question.html Pallet Deck -or- Another Use for FEL Hooks http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157648-pallet-deck-another-use-front.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:40:19 GMT This weekend I needed to put some heavy stuff up in the loft above the garage. Not cherishing the idea of hauling bulky, awkward items up the... This weekend I needed to put some heavy stuff up in the loft above the garage. Not cherishing the idea of hauling bulky, awkward items up the ladder, I set about making a stage for the FEL that would allow me to lift said items up to the loft:

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WARNING! Safety police please disregard the following statement(s):
It's surprisingly stable and I'm thinking that it may provide a good deck for trimming those pesky branches and vines that are just out of my reach with the pole saw.

-Jim

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]]> Build-It Yourself Baby Grand http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157648-pallet-deck-another-use-front.html CG placement http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157615-cg-placement.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:05:40 GMT There have been many threads about counter weight/weight boxes. I am planning on making a concrete and barrel type. The questions I have not seen... There have been many threads about counter weight/weight boxes. I am planning on making a concrete and barrel type. The questions I have not seen answered is where to place the center of gravity.
1. Do you place cg above the pins? If so, how low to go?
2. Do you place cg below the pins? If so, does that eliminate the need for a top link? ]]> Build-It Yourself nap61 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157615-cg-placement.html <![CDATA[New Ballast "Box"]]> http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157605-new-ballast-box.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:01:59 GMT Here's what I did yesterday, it has over 800 lbs of concrete. There is also ALOT of rocks. my guess is it is at least 1000lbs.

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]]> Build-It Yourself tractorski http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157605-new-ballast-box.html Front counterweight - snow is coming http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157576-front-counterweight-snow-coming.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:56:19 GMT I have a B7500 and converted my back blade to attach to my loader arms for snow plowing here in Michigan. I put it in 4 wheel drive and have chains... I have a B7500 and converted my back blade to attach to my loader arms for snow plowing here in Michigan. I put it in 4 wheel drive and have chains on all tires. This setup has worked well for me for several years now. However, once in a while when the snow is deep and my gravel driveway is a little slick I can have problems with the front end shifting to one side. My thought to help this situation is to add some counterweight to the front end since the blade is in a float position and it's weight doesn't help. My tractor came with a substantial brush guard as part of the loader frame. My thought is to use the horizontal tube and bars on the guard to secure a concrete weight that can be formed with something like one of those rectangular oil drain pans. Anybody out there done anything like this and does this sound like a reasonable idea. ]]> Build-It Yourself zmansmac http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157576-front-counterweight-snow-coming.html PTO leaf vac. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157575-power-take-off-leaf-vac.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:51:58 GMT I just put my homemade leaf vac away for the season and thought I would share some pictures . I chose to use the PTO as I have a Kubota B2920 with... I just put my homemade leaf vac away for the season and thought I would share some pictures . I chose to use the PTO as I have a Kubota B2920 with plenty of horsepower to spare.To keep costs down and not have to use gear boxes I chose to use simple pulleys and a belt to power the right side off set blower.The frame slips right into the kubota draw bar . A short drive shaft goes to the lower spindle which has tapered trailer axle bearings, and 1" keyed shaft. The large pulley and 1/2'' belt turn the small pulley at the blower end at 3600 RPM using the tractors 1000 RPM PTO.The blower uses trailer axle bearings also with a fabricated shaft to support the kubota bx blower wheel. I fabricated the housing from the top of an old water pressure tank. Also the mower deck adapter was fabricated to adapt to the 8" vac hose. My old Massey Ferguson wagon served well as i installed peg board sides and a screen top. The back door opens fully and the trailer dumps. I made a custom cradle with wheels on two store the unit when not using and to make it easy to install and remove. As you Look at the pictures you will notice I had to change the belt tensioner closer to the large pulley and need to make a belt safety guard. I found out real quick not too cross a gravel driveway with it running even with the mower raised .:eek:

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]]> Build-It Yourself vinzuki http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157575-power-take-off-leaf-vac.html Counter Weight http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157524-counter-weight.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:28:35 GMT I need to make a counter weight, what size and how much weight would anyone suggest? I need to make a counter weight, what size and how much weight would anyone suggest? ]]> Build-It Yourself Fritzy http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157524-counter-weight.html Quick attach tolerances? http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157459-quick-attach-tolerances.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:41:37 GMT I'm looking at building my own quick attach. I am curious as to what the tolerances are between the tractor side and the plate on the bucket etc.? Is it a very tight fitting connection or is there some 'slop' between the two? I am particularly interested in any gap on the sides.

Thanks,
Charles ]]> Build-It Yourself charlz http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157459-quick-attach-tolerances.html Acetylene Leak http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157455-acetylene-leak.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:10:27 GMT My acetylene regulator has a slight leak where it attaches to the tank valve. I originally detected the leak by smell and just confirmed with soapy... My acetylene regulator has a slight leak where it attaches to the tank valve. I originally detected the leak by smell and just confirmed with soapy water. Remove the regulator and cleaned treads and fittings with a shop rag and compressed air. Reattached the valve taking care not to x-thread and tightened with a 12" crescent wrench to the point I would refer to as very snug. Still leaks. Should I:

- Tighten some more (Don't have an open-end torque wrench)
- Put some plumbers tape on the threads
- ??

TIA ]]> Build-It Yourself Beltzington http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157455-acetylene-leak.html Where can I find ready made bushings? http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157441-where-can-i-find-ready.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:24:09 GMT I am getting ready to make a grapple for my FEL and the only issue in my way is what to use for bushings on the pivot points? I know I could use... I am getting ready to make a grapple for my FEL and the only issue in my way is what to use for bushings on the pivot points? I know I could use something like black pipe but I would think it would be to soft. I do not have a lathe so I want to stay with what I can make work by purchasing the right ID. Any help from the TBN brain trust would appreciated. Thanks. ]]> Build-It Yourself dex3361 http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157441-where-can-i-find-ready.html show your homemade splitter pics here http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157420-show-your-homemade-splitter-pics.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:34:35 GMT Thought it would be nice to group our pics togeather here,to give others ideas.Ienjoy looking at the different designs. HERES MINE; This old... Thought it would be nice to group our pics togeather here,to give others ideas.Ienjoy looking at the different designs.
HERES MINE;
This old girl has been a work in progress for 15 years.Im always changing something:Dguess i like to fabricate.Most recent was the direct mounting of the pump to the old BRIGGS.WASNT EAST BECAUSE THIS MOTOR HAD NO HOLES to mount the NORTHERN adapter to.Ihad to make a faceplate and it had to be perfect so the halves aligned properly.Im experimenting with a homemade crane for the large rounds,although im still waiting for a set of lifting tongs to arrive.WILLpost more on that when it arrives
This splitter is towed through the woods with an ATV.The wood falls off the back.Ibuilt a taller pusher than i had when you last saw it so i can split certain sized ones in half,slide it backon and split it again [as in pic 1]
Ihave a northern 2 stage pump,northern tank,northern filter,Automatic return dent valve.Its a very old 5 horse briggs [think it even has points:)]but it always runs good.Wheels are from an old boat trailer.
Who knows if i see something i like for designs in this thread i got plenty of gas in my cuttin torches:D:D:D
alan

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]]> Build-It Yourself escavader http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157420-show-your-homemade-splitter-pics.html tire scraper http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157413-tire-scraper.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:31:35 GMT I am thinking of making a snow pusher from an old tractor tire to fit into the bucket of my skidsteer. Any thoughts and suggestions appreciated. I am thinking of making a snow pusher from an old tractor tire to fit into the bucket of my skidsteer. Any thoughts and suggestions appreciated. ]]> Build-It Yourself deldirt http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/157413-tire-scraper.html