Leveling with box blade & FEL

[michael.white]

Gary, I'll have to think about this a bit to see how trying both at once will work for me. One end of the strip will be against a rock face. The dirt I dig up will eventually end up next to the rock face although putting it there can wait until after I level the strip completely.

Given my novice level of experience, I'll start out with the inefficient way until I feel comfortable with what I'm doing.

 

[Western]

Michael, you can hit it with the teeth, then use your FEL to dig or pull it (tilt FEL drag backwards) until you get where you feel comfortable using both ends of your tractor at the same time. There isn't any rules, just have fun and be safe. What works for one guy, may not work for you or your situation, but you can sure get allot of great ideas from the guys on TBN.

 

[MF 1532]

Given my novice level of experience, I'll start out with the inefficient way until I feel comfortable with what I'm doing.

You have the tools to do it , it may take a little while to catch on , but you will :thumbsup: I have moved a lot of dirt with a fel and bb , just take your time

 

[lutt]

Gary, I'll have to think about this a bit to see how trying both at once will work for me. One end of the strip will be against a rock face. The dirt I dig up will eventually end up next to the rock face although putting it there can wait until after I level the strip completely.

Given my novice level of experience, I'll start out with the inefficient way until I feel comfortable with what I'm doing.

We all started out that way,some of us like me have strong ag backgrounds or construction backgrounds and grew up running equipment, Take your time,get out and run your equipment, and practice or play. I already have my youngest daughter able to smooth and level roads on our property. Dont get upset, have fun, it will all come in due time. LUTT

 

[lutt]

^ Gary, that's pretty slick. I will have to try that when I get to excavating for my house slab.

So if a bare loader bucket can dig dirt at a baseline ability level of 100%, what does adding a tooth bar take it to? 150% 200% ? I'm sure it depends on the soil type, but I'm looking to justify buying another attachment.

It will turn that cub into a new digging animal! LUTT