I put 2'x8' sheets of OSB down first then I lay out my v-bars and drive over them in the shop. I zip tie the loose ends and use tensioners on all 4 tires. I leave the OSB down all winter to protect the floor. It takes 1.5 to 2 hours for all 4 tires.
Printable View
I put 2'x8' sheets of OSB down first then I lay out my v-bars and drive over them in the shop. I zip tie the loose ends and use tensioners on all 4 tires. I leave the OSB down all winter to protect the floor. It takes 1.5 to 2 hours for all 4 tires.
i do mine the same,couldn't be easier.Quote:
Originally Posted by groundcover
Chains hung up and checked chains when I took them off, that way ready to install when needed.
Block front wheels, jack one side of tractor at a time, put chain over the wheel, with tractor in N you can spin the wheel till the ends come to front or back (you decide) of fender, connect the back side chains together ,move around to front of wheel adjust chain on the wheel to get the tightest fit, connect the front fastner, put on spreader, spin the wheel...adj if needed, lower jack & then do the other side.
Of course this is done on a flat surface , no need to climb under tractor, total time to install 15-20 min both sets of chains.
About the same here...I do this in a garage though.Quote:
Originally Posted by Don87
4 link ladder type chains (turf tires 41x14x20) aren't too heavy (70-80 lbs would be my guess), so it's not too bad lifting one end over the tire.
I do my 2 link ladder chains like this too. I need my chains tight in order that they don't hit the side of the fender. I'd never be able to get them tight if I couldn't rotate the wheel while putting them on.Quote:
Originally Posted by whistlepig
Vic
We also do what it the way whistlepig does.
BX25 here, so R4 tires.
I haven't had to use the chains yet but I did test fit them.
I put chains on the front tires. If I'm turning I want the tractor to turn and, I'm thinking, if I ever load up the loader with snow the extra weight will be over the front anyway...lock in the front wheel assist if needed and off ya go.
I did the test fit by having the front bucket push down and up comes the front wheels. I could get the chains exactly where I wanted and then just let the wheels back down.
Not having a shop floor to work on I'm in the drape them over the top and drive forward ,group. Talon ice chains on loaded R1s 13.9x28" tires The chains weigh about 130 lbs per side. After I fitted them to my tires. (I had to lengthen them ) I cut off all but one extra link each side to avoid wiring slapping tails. I don't want to find a lose wire sticking out of a spray of beet juice. They will be on all winter as I work in the sugar bush and move snow.
Using the BH support legs, I lift up the rear of the tractor so both wheels are off the ground. Install chains, makes it easier being able to rotate wheels easily. Drop rear wheels and lift fronts using the FEL, when done, remove BH for winter and put on rear blade. Reverse in the spring.
no offense - but you are creating MORE work for your BX when in 2 wheel drive with chains on the front. either leave it in 4wd all the time in snow or take chains off. Your BX is too light to be pushing snow in 2wd all the time since it cannot steer in 2wd.Quote:
Originally Posted by NevadaMOGuy