Best non-implement accessories for tractor?

[Tymanthius]

Hiya! I've got a grant from RestoreLA coming and I've done my shopping/research, and I figure the LS XG3135 w/ FEL and backhoe is probably my best bet. I'm going to add a bolt on grapple as well and see if I can pick up some forks. Already have a box and 4 & 5 ft rotary cutters, plus a cpl other items.

But I'm curious what the best accessories are to add. I think I'm going to go w/ the Pat's Quick Connect system b/c my implements are hodge podge, and thinking maybe adding a Tractor Caddy (or having a friend weld one up).

Hooks on the buckets, of course, and I've been looking at the tool box mods.

Chains . . . anything else?

 

[/pine]

Auxiliary hydraulics are far and away the most time and labor saving add on component for any size utility tractor...the more the better...!

 

[ning]

Hooks on the FEL bucket, and a piranha bar, are probably my favorites so far.
Chain saw holder.
Something I'm still missing is a tool box for mine, big enough to hold chains, wrench for where my lower arms attach (they have to come off to swap my backhoe on... I have thoughts of using clip pins here but haven't done anything about that yet either), a rag, gloves, who knows what else...

 

[oosik]

One big, clean, dry roll of paper towels. Good for cleaning up all sorts of situations. Especially when I'm out - half mile from the house.

 

[papachaz]

One big, clean, dry roll of paper towels. Good for cleaning up all sorts of situations. Especially when I'm out - half mile from the house.

:thumbsup:

 

[Tymanthius]

I'll have at least 2 ports (for driving the backhoe) and am thinking of adding 2 more. Plus I want a front grapple, so that should at least have a diverter(?).

 

[Piston]

Suicide knob is a Great cheap accessory that is very nice to have.

 

[super55]

For me it's a fire extinguisher. I want to at least have a fighting chance to save my tractor if it decides to light up.

 

[Avenger]

That's a tough one! For me, right now since the days are getting shorter, I am looking at better lights

 

[Navvet]

Backhoe thumb is a great addition ....