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Got on my tractor one day and push down on the forward pedal and it stayed there. I can still use the tractor but now I have to "feel" for neutral. I can't seem to find any information out there on what to do. I have a Mahindra Service Catalog, but it is not very well written ( I think it was...

Hi guys I hope everyone is doing well. My grapple build came out fantastic and a shout out to snowback and all that helped with the design decisions. I have another issue, I have to level and pack a pad for a 30x40 steel building. I have cleared the top soil and now I am trying to level it and...

The fittings on the crossbar are JIC - they are the only JIC fittings in the build. I have a JIC to NPT fitting to get back to the hose connection which is an NPT male. The 1/2" QD's are connected by a 1/2" male NPT to a 3/8" JIC male Bulkhead fitting.

Finally done! I was trying to upload a video but can't figure out how to do it. This has been a fun build and I want to express my thanks to everyone that offered suggestions and advice. I appreciate you all! Some of the advice I took, some I didn't, and some I wish I would have! and of...

Ok got some more work done. Hydraulics on, valve on, handle with 3rd function on: Coming along nicely!

Ok so I got bored waiting for my hydraulic parts to get in. I decided to add lights to my ROPS. Just got them finished, tomorrow I will take some pics of the install.

Here's a couple of my 2538 while dry fitting my grapple.

Also got my cylinder and 3rd function in today. Got the lines all measured up and hoses and fittings ordered. It'll be a week or so before the rest of my parts get in, I post some more along the way and of course a video once it's hooked up and running!

Well, Almost done! Got my grapple dry fit for extra assurance. Now it's off to paint and then patiently ( :( )waiting for hydraulics and 3rd function kit. Also got my Quick Attach on and my two most used implements set up for it, my box blade and my rotary cutter; I still need to set up my...

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Here are some pictures of the build in progress.

I have added more support. I am not sure I like the looks if it, but I think it is strong enough. Still deciding if I am going to change the clam supports, but I am running out of material :)

Here is the final design, in checking out other builds - even with the 2" schedule 40 pipe for the cross members, having two should make it more than strong enough. We will see.

Well, I am finally moving forward on my grapple build. See attached pictures. I have one of the quick attach plates tacked together and will check for fit this afternoon. Then tomorrow I plan on getting it all welded up. Just waiting for the third function kit to come in along with my cylinder...