Chain Hooks

[Xfaxman]

Here is a picture from TBN of the chain slot that I described in my earlier post.


The advantage is you can run the chain behind the bucket for maximum lifting power, or you can run it forward like most hooks are set. :thumbsup:

 

[bcp]

How did you collect all those bucket hook photos?

Heck, you even got some of my Tigged up copper crush washers and my welder in there, as well as some of my bucket hooks, and a broken hook I Tig welded back together.

Click on the link and look in the search term field to see how I did it.

Bruce

 

[timster2]

Here is how I set up my BX with hooks and shackle mounts
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Added a large hook to the receiver to move around stuff.

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Comes in handy

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[Mistyridgefarm]

I have two bolted with 4 links of chain to the inside of the bucket sides. I like them wide as possible but not outside. The little bit of chain on the hooks seems to help keep the load chain from coming out of the hook as things move around. It also allows the hook to follow as you tilt up or down.

I also have a similar one dead center on the bottom of the bucket inside. Note- the short chains do rattle a bit when not being used.

 

[FTG-05]

Xfaxman, how did you cut your slots? And typically, what is the thickness of the slot metal, it looks mostly 1/4". How does that hold up to normal use?

Thanks!

 

[Xfaxman]

Xfaxman, how did you cut your slots? And typically, what is the thickness of the slot metal, it looks mostly 1/4". How does that hold up to normal use?

Thanks!

I used my drill press and a 3/8 drill bit to make the bottom of the slot and a metal cutting band saw to cut the sides. A reciprocating saw will also work.

1/4" is right on the thickness. I made the fork frame about 28 years ago, I don't think normal use would ever wear it down to be unuseable.

 

[FTG-05]

Excellent! Thank you!

 

[ice12585]

that is a great idea for moving three point stuff around thanks, im going to build one this weekend!!!!

 

[ice12585]

Your Quick attach look different did you build that??? also the chain hook on the bottom back of the bucket do you find that you us it very much???

 

[pat32rf]

I started out by running a piece of 3" channel accross the top of my bucket and welding hook loops to both ends. I like the width for better stability when tying large loads( Fridge, stove) in the bucket. I also have one large hook dead center for straight lifts or pulls.
A piece of 3-5" channel is great to cut chain slots in for heavy loads.( Even for storing chain on the 3pth.)