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12-02-2012, 08:00 PM #1Platinum Member
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Added some weight to the rear blade
Just a little project today. Used a 1.5"ID pipe that was two fet long ($10 from HD). Drilled and bolted to the rear blade with a 10" 3/8 bolt ($1). I had the weights already and this is really to hold me over until I get a ballast box. The plates add up to 250lbs. Really made a difference when using the FEL. Helped when pushing over this stump on Saturday. Stump is 36" tall ad about 12" across. Fun!
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12-03-2012, 08:57 AM #2Platinum Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
Wouldn't that weight make grading gravel or dirt more effective? I am wondering if I should add some weight to my RB. Nice job as ballast.
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12-03-2012, 12:23 PM #3Elite Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
Yes, it'll make it cut in a lot faster and should reduce bouncing/skipping of the blade, too.
Originally Posted by oldballs
I need to add some weight to mine. Under certain conditions it'll bounce like crazy when I have the rubber edge on it for snow duty.That's the problem with trouble.
It always starts out as such fun."
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12-03-2012, 12:28 PM #4Super Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
Yes, adding weight makes the blade more effective, IF you have the traction to move it.
Very nice work.".........there is only one way to find out."
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12-03-2012, 01:48 PM #5Super Star Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
Innovative.
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12-03-2012, 02:28 PM #6Super Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
I used my logging and tow chains as added weight in a pinch. Just drape it on the 3 pt of backblade.
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12-03-2012, 04:30 PM #7Elite Member
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Re: Added some weight to the rear blade
Yup. These light attachments need a bunch more weight to be useful
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