Tractor rolled over on me this morning

[otlski]

The beagle made the difference. Glad it worked out and you are okay.

 

[CobyRupert]

Was OP backing up onto log? I know pictures tend to make everything look flat, but not seeing much incline. Looks like a lot of weight was added to the front above the center of gravity, raising it higher. Maybe hang that backet upside down so they’re more like suitcase weights that lower the center of gravity.

 

[quicksandfarmer]

An update. Neighbor with JD 5030, 3 qty 4 wheelers with wives, daughters, boyfriends, beagle and 3 coolers of beer came over. Tractor is upright and now pulled into shed where it will sit for 2 weeks before I can make it up to farm again. Then I will pull glow plugs and begin slow process to see if damaged.

Amazing that they did all the work AND provided the beer. All agree that God took care of me that I am still alive. Life is good!

With that many people, who held all the beers while they righted it?

Glad to hear you're on your way back to normal.

 

[budepps3760]

As we removed the growth along fence line we found the stump of the tree that I was trying to cross over. As my left front tire climbed up the stump that tilted me to the right. That combined with the right angled slope of the ground caused the roll over. So combination of slope and obstacle that was hidden.

 

[budepps3760]

The 9 year old. She **** near drank all 3 coolers!

With that many people, who held all the beers while they righted it?

Glad to hear you're on your way back to normal.

 

[goeduck]

As we removed the growth along fence line we found the stump of the tree that I was trying to cross over. As my left front tire climbed up the stump that tilted me to the right. That combined with the right angled slope of the ground caused the roll over. So combination of slope and obstacle that was hidden.

The front wheels pivot at the center, usually not tipping the tractor too much. The rears are what tip you quickly. Are you sure you did not hit the stump with your rear axle? I could see it with just hitting the front with a big stump and enough slope to the ground however. Glad you are on the mend..:thumbsup:

 

[airbiscuit]

So, did you leave the cutter connected? Please describe the rigging and pulling process. Glad things are back on the rails so to speak.

 

[budepps3760]

Left bush hog in place. Chain around highest point of rear rim and another around frame under motor. Equal pulling length of chains between both points. Tractor came up without any problem what so ever. Maybe because it only weighed 3000 lbs wad the reason so easily resolved.

 

[YLee Kioti]

Woow-weee.......
What a tale and it turned out well for OP and machine.
Divine Providence taking care you sir! :thumbsup::cool2:
As I followed your venture here; I thought back to this morning as I used two 6ton jack stands for the 6' cutter to spray fluid film underneath.
800+ pounds above me and I cringed the whole time.

I think a subliminal benefit is all the family members helping can see how easily an accident can happen to anyone anytime.
That family effort of recovery was better then preaching safety all day long!
Had a one of those with son as we both rode on my Ninja to the Texas World Speedway and watch the races from the pits.
Once he seen his first 100+ mph slide and watch the rider walk away, talking to him later about safety (his driving) was rather easy......

 

[FTG-05]

Left bush hog in place. Chain around highest point of rear rim and another around frame under motor. Equal pulling length of chains between both points. Tractor came up without any problem what so ever. Maybe because it only weighed 3000 lbs wad the reason so easily resolved.

[insert beer icon here]