Chainsaw and chain holder

[Smokeydog]

Got fuel/oil container holder tacked and checked for fit. Had to spread the top bars a little for a custom snug fit. Drove around with it clamped up and everything seemed to work OK.

Took apart again. Another ground defense plate and brace for the bottom to weld. More welding for the tube attachments. Then another test fit and then tack the tube and base together for final assembly.

 

[JPB7745]

Wanted a holder that could be easily removed so this is what I came up with. It is a proto type that will probably change to add a chain guard and may be made out of all metal. Here is a quick demonstration link. Feed back is more than welcome. Thanks

Removable_Saw_Holder_Homemade - YouTube

 

[Smokeydog]

Wanted a holder that could be easily removed so this is what I came up with. It is a proto type that will probably change to add a chain guard and may be made out of all metal. Here is a quick demonstration link. Feed back is more than welcome. Thanks

Removable_Saw_Holder_Homemade - YouTube

Clever idea. Simple. Work on either side?

I would worry some about brush or limb lifting and dislodging during operation at times. And if you could extend either wood or metal to contain a plastic bar guard for extra cut/chain protection maybe?

 

[JPB7745]

Clever idea. Simple. Work on either side?

I would worry some about brush or limb lifting and dislodging during operation at times. And if you could extend either wood or metal to contain a plastic bar guard for extra cut/chain protection maybe?

Yes it will swap over to the other side. I agree it should have a scabbard for the bar, I mainly don't have to go through rough terrain to get where I saw trees but good point. Thanks

 

[Smokeydog]

Yes it will swap over to the other side. I agree it should have a scabbard for the bar, I mainly don't have to go through rough terrain to get where I saw trees but good point. Thanks

That’s a very good idea that could be adapted for many uses. A simple jam bolt(s), hand knob, could secure the mounting plate to the loader and still be quickly removed. Large set screw? Nylon tipped if you didn’t want to scratch paint.

That same mounting idea could support a tool box, log chain basket, gas/oil, hook or bracket to hold a bucket (like horse feed buckets that have to be tough), pvc pipe to hold long tools, and many others.

Just carrying a bucket of tools on a tractor is troublesome. I use buckets for carrying tools for plumbing, electrical, fencing, etc. Sometimes a tractor just needs pockets.

 

[Smokeydog]

Got the parts welded. Now to weld to two big ones together. One can of paint done.





The ground defense plates were not in the original scope but helpful preventing damage.

Hooks are for buckets, snatchbock, cable, and loops for cant hook or other tools. Envision carrying tooling for different jobs, tree clearing, fencing, landscaping, water line repair, electrical. I can carry a bucket or bag of tools on a horse easier than on some tractors.

In the short rows to finish soon.

 

[ovrszd]

Great project!! Thanks for sharing with great pics!!!!

 

[oldballs]

Quick and easy here. No welding. Easily removed. Never in the way when not needed. Ones usage and needs do vary however.

Cheers,
Mike

 

[Smokeydog]

Quick and easy here. No welding. Easily removed. Never in the way when not needed. Ones usage and needs do vary however.
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Cheers,
Mike

Hey I’m with you Mike. Done the same for decades. Harder with grapple but at least I can see what’s in the bucket. Others have lost or damaged equipment carrying this way.

Trying to find a better way. I’m far from a good welder. Enjoy trying. Old, sore, shaky, diabetic, trifocals, make work like this a challenge. Hope to inspire folks to try their ideas.

Saw this old, shed kept, horse drawn, McCormick sickle bar mower that had built in tool box in the cast iron frame and all tools to maintain and repair it at the scrapyard. Beautiful piece of function, engineering and design. That’s inspirational. We could do better now.

 

[Gordon Gould]

Great project!! Thanks for sharing with great pics!!!!

^^ X2. I like the way you think things all the way through and seriously consider all the input that is given. :thumbsup:

gg