My CHEAP Tractor Weights @ 72.5 lbs Each for $7.68 :D

Hey Guys....

Here are my Cheap Tractor Weights...

Final Weight about 72.5 lbs each and $4.42

Materials:
1. Concrete Block ($1.20)
2. Long Carriage Bolts (@ 2 = $1.80)
3. Quikrete 5000psi 80 lb. High Strength Concrete Mix ($4.35 per bag / 4 = $1.09)
4. Spray Paint ($0.33)***

*** Black Spray Paint = .99 cents Per Can, but I was able to spray 3 Concrete Blocks

Final Cost Weight for 1 @ 72.5 lbs each = $4.42 @ HD Box Store

Pix are below so you guys can see how I did it, it's pretty simple... Anyone can do it. Why go buy them Expensive Weights... Easy to do, it only take me like 40 mins for 4 of them.... This included prep time and final product and 3 days drying time...

NOTE: The pix with the Cardboards with two Holes are for holding the Cinder / Concrete Block Bolts so they don't move during drying time.

I will update once the Spray Paint Dry and Bolted to my Tractor...

Good idea. Are those for the front?

Good idea! I have to say the only advantage i see in iron weight is since it is more condensed you can fit more weight in a smaller area. I have to admit though, at $52 for one 40 lb. suitcase weight, they might as well be painted gold. :laughing::ashamed: Looking forward to the pictures of your weights mounted to your tractor.

Nicely done!

Look forward to seeing them on your tractor!

Joe

Blocks are fragile. It may be wise to encase them in 1/2" plywood.

Good idea!