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I've had this 4" x 14" stroke cylinder kicking around for 10 years. I got to looking at tree shears online and decided since I already have front remote, why not? LOL I was gifted a piece of cutting edge from the local highway dept. which I used for the blade. A little work with the plasma...

I'm going to build a 3 point log grapple, I have never really seen one up close so I don't know how the geometry is for opening and closing. Anyone build one or have a schematic of one? I have searched but have come up empty handed. Just the open/close part I need help with. Thanks It will be...

I picked up a Braden style winch last year and finally got around to putting it to use. It's worm gear drive, was driven by a hydraulic motor but that was seized up so I scrapped it and decided to run it directly from the PTO The winch and the pump both had 15 tooth sprockets, I used a 25 tooth...

a I have a Kubota L2501. I bought a hydraulic winch the other day which I am planning another logging winch build, I would like to test the winch so I came up with the idea of disconnecting the two quick connects for the loader curl function and using them to test the winch. Would this work long...

Figured I would ask here as I use them in building grapples, anyone got a good reliable and reasonable place to buy hydraulic cylinders in the 2: bore, 6" stroke tierod cylinders? TYIA

I am contemplating building another 3pt logging winch. One of the issues with the last one was that when I pushed the clutch into the sprocket there was flex and thus didn't have the best grab I could have, the drum also had flex. The sprocket will be a #50 roller chain 60 tooth, it's about 3/8"...

Looking to convert a Kubota BX2360 to skid steer quick attach. I have searched but not sure what terms to use? The loader has 3 cylinders instead of 4. Thank you

I have to build a grapple for a JD, I don't know anything about the JD attachment set up other than I bought a kit. John Deere Quick Attach Bracket 1/2" 200 300 400 500 Loader Bucket Hooks Pins | eBay The information I'm looking for is height and width of the pins and hooks. Thanks in advance...

I have someone that wants to add a third function valve to their CK20 First question is, are they open center systems? Second question, has anyone done it and if so what kit or parts did you use? Thank you in advance, Dave For the record I know nothing about Kioti tractors but have a good...

Or does it matter? I am building some 48" grapples and the design I came up with has the lower rectangular tube coming through the end tines as seen in the pic. My thinking was that this is where a lot of force gets placed. Now that it's welded up I'm thinking to redesign the piece and remove...

I'm looking to have some parts drawn so I can have them cut on a cnc plasma table. Anyone have time to do them for me? I will pay you for your time. The parts aren't anything too complicated. If interested you can either PM me here or email me @123sargoodconstruction@gmail.com drop the 123...

Built this for a friend of mine. This one I built out of 3/8 steel, 6" stroke x 2" bore cylinder even the tubing is 3/8 wall. It should serve him for many years.

How difficult or should I say how easy is it to add a sub plate to my existing power pack to add another function? Right now it's power up, gravity down, I would like to add a power out, power in for my crane on my dump trailer. Mine is along this lines, I can get actual specs if needed but it's...

I had purchased a used grapple that turned out to be way to heavy for my tractor in my opinion. It was heavy! I decided to build a root rake grapple of sorts, a project that I had been wanting to do anyway. I started with a 1/4" quick attach plate which I happened to have, some 1/4" sheet which...

I'm getting ready to order the 4-6 spool valve for my crane and Ebay has some that are lower cost but use the BSPP fitting, is it worth it to buy the valve and then buy a bunch of adapters (can be had for a couple bucks each)? Or just bite the bullet and buy one for 3 times more money that is...

Anybody have any experience with slew gears? I'm building a crane on my dump trailer and am trying to figure out how to make it rotate. I was going to use a chain and sprockets with a hydraulic motor but not sure if I can find one slow enough and powerful enough to swing 400 lbs about 10' out...

As some of you know I am building a dump trailer that will have a crane mounted on the tongue. I need help picking out a pump to order. 6.5 hp gas motor. Here is a list of what is going to be on the pump: dump cylinder, 5" bore, 30" stroke two- 2" bore, 41" stroke cylinders for telescopic boom...

My last Kubota L2850 had a third function but it was an actual valve mounted on the fender, it looked to be a factory deal as it had orange mount and all. I really want a third function on my new Kubota L2501 but don't want to spend all that money for the electric solenoid kit. I can buy a valve...

for turning a mast. I am building a crane of sorts for the front of my dump trailer and would like to have power swing. My thought is a ring gear and pinion with the pinion being driven by a low rpm high torque hydraulic motor. Here is the smallest volume one I found at SC .5 cu in Char-Lynn...

I have a 12v hydraulic pack I am using on a new dump trailer I built, the pump only has a 1/4" port and the cylinder is 5" bore with 3/4" ports. The power pack is for a single acting cylinder. Power up, gravity down. My question is: if I step up the size of the hose connection to say 1/2" coming...

I had a long post but for whatever reason it disappeared before I could post it! I am in the process of building a new dump trailer, it will be 6'-6" wide and 12' long with a longer than usual tongue to have a knuckle boom crane on it. The main frame is 6" C-channel and the body will be 4"...

I have ordered the steel for my new dump trailer build, it will be 6'-4" x 12' box with 2 extra feet in front of the box for a boom grapple. I searched but didn't really come up with anything. I'm trying to figure the best way to have it rotate. I will have a 6.5 hp hydraulic powered pump on...

Does my '19 L2501 have a spare wire for work lights on the ROPS? Thanks

I decided I wanted a top for shade on my new L2501. Scoured the marketplace and found a fiberglass truck cap advertised for $50.00 Once I got there and was shootin the breeze with the owner we agreed on a price of $40.00 :) and he helped me load it in my truck. I then went about cutting it down...

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200737667_200737667 If it is I will order it today along with the sub plate. subplate: 1 Station D3 Subplate Open Center | Subplates | Hydraulic Adapters & Fittings | Hydraulics | www.surpluscenter.com And any experience with this handle/control...

It isn't home yet, either today or tomorrow :) Loaded R4's with block heater and wheel spacers. I am very excited! The dealer said a day or so but had a delay in the shop so my tractor got pushed back, no big deal as I really don't need it yet anyway. I've been buying, using and selling a few...

Ok so as some of you know I'm pretty new to owning diesel equipment. I guess my main question is is it harmful to run the tractor in single digit weather? I'm assuming as long as you let it warm up some and work the hydraulics back and forth before using them. I typically can wait until the...

Hey all, I have a great running L2850 4x4 with a Woods Loader and a Woods 7500 backhoe. (backhoe was just put on, it's a subframe unit, I have never dug with it) It has 2200 hrs on it. Where would I go to find an approximate value of it? In case it matters it's a shuttle shift with 2 stage...

I have never owned a backhoe before, I want to take it off for the winter (sub frame mount) . What is the best position to leave it in for ease of taking it off and putting it back on. The backhoe in question is a Woods Groundbreaker 7500 on my Kubota L2850. Thanks and pics of yours stored would...

I'm not sure i this is the proper place to ask but I figured you all would know and I need a decent grease gun. All the ones I have bought over the years have all turned to crap in short order. Tractor supply has a new battery one on sale but no one there knows anything about them. I have a...

OK, what's the secret to getting these buggers out? Lower Link Pin - 3 Point Hitch - L345DT - L345 Series - Kubota - Tractors I have an older (89) Kubota L2850 and I need to get the 3 point arms off to install my backhoe. Thanks for any advice and/or words of wisdom...lol:confused2:

Hi all. There is a 1260 near me for sale, 4x4 with loader, 1900 hrs overall decent shape. The problem is it has what appears to be a bad rod knock :( From the info on Tractor Data it has the Iseki 3 cyl diesel. I have no experience with the internals of a diesel engine. That being said, how...

I was perusing the FB Marketplace the other night and this thing caught my eye. As I read on it said it came off a Kubota L2850 (score!) I asked if he had all the mounting brackets and he said yes. It was 2 1/2 hrs away and when I got there today I found it's missing two smaller brackets but...

How far are they supposed to go into the slot? I am not familiar with them. I bought cheap Titan latch boxes and I'm not sure if they are the wrong size pins or if they are going to wear in over time. I can make the slot a little wider with the plasma cutter if I have to. It's the same whether...

And so it begins, I finally got around to ordering some pieces to convert my pin on loader to skid steer quick attach system. The first part of the puzzle arrived today I have ordered two attaching plates as well, they should be here sometime this week. I ordered the Sunday night and they came...

I hope someone can offer some advice. I am going to be the new owner of an older LULL 644 telehandler. The main boom cylinder (inside the boom) is leaking at the rod end. I'm trying to get my ducks in a row for when I get it delivered as what to expect to pull it. I have been researching and...

So I borrowed a JD with a backhoe to do some work around the house. The bolt that holds the rod to the piston backed out. Apparently it had done it before :eek: Holiday weekend, no place to buy a cylinder so I suggested he let me cut it apart and see if I could fix it. I ground the weld off...

So my buddy got me to thinking I need a roof on my tractor. I found a fiberglass tonneau cover off a Chevy Colorado for $75 bucks n CL. The guy either mis read his tape measure or measured something else. He had the length right at 66" but the width he told me was 54" which I figured I could...

I picked up a quart of Rustoleum implement paint today and some paint thinner. The can has no directions on it. I saw a youtube video where the guy did five parts paint, two parts acetone and .33 part hardener. I have never heard of using acetone for a thinner. What say you all? Thanks

My Kubota L2850 doesn't have quick attach bucket and I want to add it. I found these latch pin assemblies Skid Steer Quick Tach Conversion Adapter Latch Box Weld On QTK 793573218735 | eBay . I would have to cut the pin brackets off the bucket and re use them along with some plate. Then I will...

I decided to grease the Kubota 2850 loader this afternoon, wouldn't you know the very first zerk I hooked the grease gun to would not take grease, just built up pressure and I had all I could do to get the tip off the zerk. This it the top of the lift cylinder and it's doing the same thing on...

Well I dragged a fail amount of trees out with my winch and now it's time to cut them into firewood pieces (24") and I have a bad back! Luckily for me the Kubota I just bought had a third remote in the rear with dual quick connects (I have no idea why, they were on a tee) . It also came with a...

I decided to build a thumb for my bucket. It's all scrap and re purposed bits I had lying in the shop, nothing fancy. Then I had to plumb it. I had thought about adding a third valve at the loader valve but since I already have rear remotes with it's own valve and tee's at the quick connects in...

I am building a thumb for the bucket on my Kubota , it has a Woods loader. The joy stick has a power beyond port so my question is: I know to add the valve I need a valve, a short male to male nipple and I need the two hoses for my thumb, do I just take the "out" line off the joy stick and plug...

I have what I believe to be a '88 Kubota L2850. It runs great, has a brand new battery. I just bought it and had the battery go dead after a week or so. No big deal I thought, I figured maybe the guy I bought it from didn't charge it fully after installing the new battery. I tightened both...

As some of you know I just picked up an older L2850, as near as I can figure by the serial # it looks to be a '88. Anyway, to be blunt, I am not that experienced in tractor operations, I had a Massey Ferguson 1540 but the PTO on that was a button (electric). Someone here linked me to the owners...

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Like the title says, I have a 60" bucket and I am thinking that would be a good size grapple. Or I could go to a 66" Thanks David

Hi all. I just bought a Kubota L2850 and it came with turf tires (I like them around the yard) but, I would like some R4's. The turf tires are: rears 355/80-20 and the fronts are 212/80-15. I don't know how that converts to the sizes I am finding in the R4's. Is it possible to put R4's on the...

I drank the orange koolaid Sunday :) I need advice on what oil and filter to use to change the oil. It looks pretty black but I'm not sure if that's a diesel thing or it's just dirty. I'm going to change it anyway then I'll know. Any idea on how much oil I'll need. He gave me a new air filter...

So I have this vintage 65 Ford 3000 gas tractor (3 cyl) and it just doesn't want to start under 40*. I checked the plugs and they didn't look too bad but I think they are incorrect, they are a Champion N5C , it doesn't cross to the suggested plug so I bought those, Auto Lite 405's. I can't put...

I picked up a set of chains for my old Ford and want to install them today. They are standard cross link chains or ladder chains. My tires are brand new 13-6-28 ag tires. Is there anything I should know special? You'll have to excuse my ignorance as I've never had to put chains on an ag tire...

Some of you may remember about 5 years ago or so I built an outside wood burner to heat my garage, it worked so well it ended up on my house and the two are not connected. I didn't actually build the burner part, more like I re purposed it. It wa a Fawcette hot air wood furnace, they are built...

Hi guys, I have let my tractor sit for the last week or so, I left the 3 point lift lever in the down position. I started it the other day and the lift wouldn't go up. After several attempts and shutting it off and moving the lever back and forth and starting it in the up position it worked. I...

So after many calculations and discussions about parts I have a plan. If you are interested I have the build thread here :http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/log-skidding-winch-diy.313665/ Thank you for the input and hopefully I can get this done in the near future as I'm hoping to...

I am thinking about building a logging winch with a drive similar to a Farmi. I will have a drive sprocket off the PTO of between 10 and 12 teeth, the driven sprocket on the cable drum will be 60 tooth. The drum diameter is 6" well casing that will be no more than 5" long. Assuming I will be...

Ok so last night I was sitting here searching carryalls, and 3 pt forks.There is some nice stuff built on here for sure :) A light bulb went 0ff in my head! I thought, why not have the best of both in one unit. I already had the forks from my little forklift project and use them to move wood on...

Hi all, I am having trouble finding out how to remove the front pto shaft that runs the hydraulic pump for the loader. Any information appreciated. I was moving a large log (pushing it up onto the pile) yesterday when the loader stopped working, I thought I sheared a key but nope, broke the...

I am borrowing my bil's Massey 230, I got into some mud today and searched for the lever to push for locking the rear differential, I didn't find one! :eek: Do these have that feature? I don't have a lot of experience with tractors and I assumed they all have it. Thanks, Dave Disregard, I just...

Long story short, my bil bought this Massey 230 with a crumpled up bucket (I never saw the bucket before he gave it away) Anyway I am using the tractor to haul some trees out in a patch of woods and I thought it would be nice to have something to push the logs into a pile after hauling them out...

Hi all, I just bought a 40 hp 4wd Massey Ferguson tractor/loader and have been toying with the idea of getting a backhoe attachment. What do you all think about the 3 pt hitch vs a sub-frame mount? I won't be using it for much, just an occasional hole for a pier on a deck job and such. thanks, dave

OK so I have searched and seen some pretty cool homemade PTO winches. My question is, when making it, how do you address stopping it when the pull is complete? When the PTO is engaged it will start the pull so I am guessing that you just have to disengage the PTO when you want it to stop. Also...

Hey all, I'm going to be building a log boom grapple for the tongue of my dump trailer and I'm having a hard time finding a close up view of the base bearing. Anyone have anything? I have a couple of different options at this time. One is a 4" od pipe inside a 4"id pipe with a bearing on top or...

I'm going to look at an older Pasquali 4 wd tractor that the owner states "does not run" From what I can find online it should be a diesel engine, the tires look good in the picture, he's not asking a lot of money. \My question is, does anyone own one and how difficult are parts to find for it...

OK, I have a cyl. on my log splitter that is approximately a 4" bore, 30" stroke. It is leaking at the rod end, I have had this cylinder apart so I know how to do that. My basic question is where to go for repair parts, I have no idea what brand cylinder it is. I have a decent farm store nearby...

I have a friend that has an older Badger wood chipper, the in feed rollers suddenly stopped having any power to turn them, they turn real slow and stop easily. He, without my involvement, went and got a new pump and, what I believe to be, a flow divider with relief valve to power the two...

I am having trouble adjusting the mower deck to keep it "floating". It will lift on the right side and get hung there until I stomp it back down. Is there any way I should be adjusting the four corners so it doesn't hang up? I have messed with it a little but it still does it. I don't see any...

I was given an old Jaobsen lawn tractor the other day. It's got a 14 hp Kohler single cylinder. The tractor was partially tore down to be scrapped! I saved it. The thing runs like a champ. I had a 5 gal. bucket of parts and all the tinwork, no mowing deck. Rear tires are like new. So, I though...

I have this truck crane that I built a few years back, it works ok but I would like to get a 12 v dc powerpack to lift and extend the crane. Here is the crane I would like to pick up one of these: Surplus Center - 12 VDC 1.3 GPM 2500 PSI SPX SA POWER PACK If I get the power pack (doesn't have...

I'm not much of a scrapper so I don't know what's available out there but I'm looking for something like Vyacheslav used for his transmission with the drive axles coming out of it. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/266449-homemade-garden-mini-tractor-4x4-2.html Most front wheel...

I got a deal on some steel the other day and had some time in the shop today. My wife was impressed. It is a little light in the rear though, even with the wheel weights, deck and bagger on it. I have a total of about 22 bucks out of pocket in it, I only paid 120 for the tractor last year. I...

I thought I would update you all. Finally finished up my splitter and have split a couple of cord of 30" mixed hardwood for my brother with it. So far it has exceeded my expectations. On with the pics and a short vid. Log splitter first run - YouTube

I have an old Cross converta valve. I'm looking to see if anyone has a picture or a link to the converta part? I've googled till my eyes hurt. I'm trying to use this valve on my log splitter I built and it extends super slow and retracts normal (kind of fast as I have a 22 gpm pump) I'm...

I had to weld in some bungs on my tank and I would like to test for leaks before I proceed. I can't use air as there is a large hole in the top for the filler, I don't want to use hydro oil (too hard to drain it off in the event I need to do some touch up welding). I hate the thought of using...

In my other thread (mock up of splitter I'm building) I got some suggestions to beef up the beam. Ok, what is the best way to do that? My beam is 5" x 5" x 3/8" x 8' long I have some 3/8" x 6" flat stock in house should I, A) put a flat piece on top of the beam the entire length and the 6" wide...

Here is the valve I plan on using Surplus Center - 2 SPOOL 25 GPM PRINCE LOG SPLITTER/LIFTER VALVE. I have 3/4" coming out of my pump, this valve has 3/4" in/out and 1/2" working ports. Two questions: Can I use black iron from the valve back to the tank? I think in theory there is no pressure...

I have one that I made a year or so ago and it works fine for thinner stuff up to 20" wide or so. Problem is I want on that will bend 1/4" by 6" stock. The problem I'm having is how far to space the lower die or what size angle iron I should use. Any suggestions. v ^ ^ given that the two...

I'm not sure if this is the proper place for this or not but I know a lot of you have experience that I do not. I have a chance to buy a Bolens G152 two wheel drive twin cylinder diesel at a very reasonable price. It has a 3 pt hitch and that's it, I don't believe there are any hydraulics on it...

Specs so far are: 4.5" x 30" cylinder, 17 gal hydraulic tank, going to have a log lift, axle off an old pop-up with 13" honda civic tires and wheels, 32" working height, 10.5" tall wedge, 11 hp HF predator motor. Next I have to decide on the pump, 16 gpm. or 22 gpm. I'm leaning towards the 22...

I was just searching Ebay and stumbled across a hydraulic unit (3phase powered) and it lists the cylinder as 750lbs. The cylinder I have came from a furniture mill and had an electric hydraulic unit powering it. I'm afraid if I hook this thing up to a 22 gpm pump with 2500-2750 lbs pressure I...

I posted up a while back that I picked up some parts to build a log splitter. Well the time has come to start as I picked up the steel I beam yesterday. I have a 4.5" bore by 30" stroke with a 2" cylinder, my question about that is, it has 1/2" ports, I want good cycle times so could I have the...

Hi all, I just stole (bought cheap) a MTD 1846 with bagger, 18 hp v-twin, CI Briggs. It runs great but won't move, it seems the high/low range box is stuck in neutral. I'm wondering if there is a common glitch or maybe a belt? If I can't get it to move easily then I will just use the engine for...

I'm building a log addition and I was hoping I could rig something in the center of the room (20x20) and use it to lift and swing the logs into place. I'm not sure what it would be called so I'm having trouble finding anything on google. I don't need a long reach as I can stage the logs close...

I have a chance to pick up a couple of hydraulic pump/tank units out of an old factory. They are headed for the scrap yard if I don't take them so I can get them for cheap. I'm thinking just the tanks alone would be worth having when the time comes to build my splitter, I'm not opposed to elec...

I built a dump trailer this past summer and used a used hydraulic unit from an old liftgate. Well it took a crap yesterday. I am going to order a new unit but was wondering what the consensus is on single acting vs double acting? I have a 4 x 24 double acting cylinder on the dump trailer, i...

Hi all, I built a dump trailer this summer and this is the first time I have tried to use it with it being this cold, 12-14 F. It is electric over hydraulic with a single acting cylinder, 4" X 2" x 24". The fluid I used came from Tractor Supply, it's "Universal transmission/hydraulic oil" , is...

I know this isn't really tractor related but I had a small, belt driven alternator given to me yesterday. It's brand new and the guy that gave it to me says that it was used on small motors like pony motors etc. He also says that they used to use them on stock cars years ago as they don't rob...

OK, I'm having thoughts about building a tracked vehicle. It will be used primarily on the snow to pull a grooming drag. I'm wondering if a typical car/truck rear differential would be ok to use? I am thinking of a ford explorer rear axle that has disk brakes and maybe adding a second caliper to...

At the risk of sounding completely ignorant on beam size, what exactly am I looking for? Motor will be 12hp or a little more, 22gpm pump, 5x24 cyl. I know it's called out pounds per foot but what would you experts use? I am thinking 8" x 40# W beam. thanks, dave

I know this is a tractor site but there are so many individuals that have a vast knowledge of things I thought I might be able to get some help/advice. I have a Kawasaki Teryx side x side and I want it to ride and handle the trails better. The shocks have very stiff dampening. Anyway, I am...

I can't seem to find much info on the net on these, I have a chance to pick one up for a song. I know it has a newer motor installed, it has a factory roll cage, needs tires and I think he told me he converted it from belt drive to chain drive and now it needs sprockets and chain. Anyone offer...

I am contemplating building a hydraulic posthole digger, the only one I can find similar is this one; NorthStar Hydraulic Earth Auger — 270cc Honda GX Engine | Auger Powerheads, Bits + Extensions | Northern Tool + Equipment + Acreage>Auger Powerheads, Bits +...

I aquired a liftgate hydraulic unit the other day, it's an older unit. 253170 is on the tag. It has a square tank (that I had to put a new bottom in). I have had NO luck finding any info, I need a wiring diagram for the electronic solonoids on the valves. I'm pretty sure it's a power up/down...

Ok, some of you know my last go-round with the dump trailer idea. Had a brain fart yesterday afternoon and called a budy up north that owns a campground. He always has one or two old trailers that people give up on. He said "sure, I got a couple", so off I went this morning. Ended up with a 30'...

Hey all, I am running this by you all as there is a wealth of knowledge on this site and I know I will get some good advice. I have a 2008 tandem Big Tex car trailer that I am contemplating turning into a dump trailer. I just don't need the car trailer anymore. The deck (wood) is 7' x 16'. it's...

Looking for thoughts on a hydraulic unit for a dump trailer and crane. Here is the scenario, I have a crane on my truck with a manual pump jack to raise it, I am going to build a dump trailer (7-10k). I am thinking that instead of mounting the hydraulic unit in the trailer, I would mount it in...

I could have sworn I signed up on here a while back but couldn't log in under my normal name so I signed up again tonight. I don't have a tractor at the moment but I do like to design/build things for practical use so I enjoy reading what others are building too. Hopefuly I can maybe help some...