New meaning to SIDE WORK in my b30303hsdc (PIC)

[soxfan]

Ok, talk about a high pucker factor. Not to mention a nice bruise to by backside and pride. Let me just say, this is a pretty flat area I was working in doing some tilling and loader work. As I was backing up, I went over a small ridge with soft tilled dirt. Anyway, I was amazed at how easy it tipped. I am taking the tires in this week to get filled with Polly foam and I am hoping this will stabilize it. The cab model is much more top heavy than just the regular b3030. I remember reading somewhere about wheel extensions for the back tires but is there anyone who has done this? I pulled it over with my truck. It took 2 times as the first time it came up and went over the other way. When it was all said and done there was not even a scuff mark on the tractor to be found. Nothing... Anyway, any input would be appreciated as to suggestions to keep it upright.

 

[crbr]

Sorry to see the accident as such. However, thanks for the friendly reminder of how easily these machines will indeed, tip over.

 

[shvl73]

Just a guess but, the loader height with the added weight of the grapple likely contributed to the mishap. Glad you weren't injured and very lucky to get away without damage.

 

[JerryG]

Have you started it yet?

 

[Double Orange]

When it was all said and done there was not even a scuff mark on the tractor to be found. Nothing..

Glad your safe!!

 

[dirtworksequip]

Can I ask.............why was the loader up?

Sincerely,Dirt

 

[bigballer]

soxfan - sorry to hear about the tipping over, glad you are ok and the tractor didn't sustain any external damage.

wrt, internal issues, what is the standard procedure once you get a tractor upright? what happens to the fluids (especially engine) when a tractor tips on it's side? What about when it rolls over upside down?

 

[soxfan]

I have actually put about 5 hours on it since the tip and it runs flawlessly. The loader was up because I picked it up to clear the shrubs and small bank that were in front of me when going over the small ridge.

 

[soxfan]

as to the fluid levels, if you notice in the picture, some fluid leaked on to the front tire while it was sideways. I checked levels and they seemed ok but since it is so close to the 50 hr service (47 hours) I am going to service it this week.

 

[escavader]

Glad your ok.Thats pretty tough glass!!Must have been a bear to get out
ALAN