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I finally did the switch to truck tires, Toyota Tacoma 265/65r17 on 17x7.5 +30mm offset wheels. Fit with no rubbing (i've driven on them loaded off road since and nothing seen even with lifting tires off the ground in ditches). Full video on the install and findings/learnings

I finally did the switch to truck tires, Toyota Tacoma 265/65r17 on 17x7.5 +30mm offset wheels. Fit with no rubbing (i've driven on them loaded off road since and nothing seen even with lifting tires off the ground in ditches). Full video on the install and findings/learnings

JP Fab Shop on Facebook makes the mod you are referring to.

Yes, not a bad idea. I'd much prefer to work on it in my barn but I've known one big downside to these Toolcats is that they are a PITA to move if they don't drive on their own. I could have taken the full switch mount off the steering column but it was late and I was limited on time to get it...

that's my chart from my Used Buying Advice video. My understanding is that the diff lock was optional but I could be mistaken?

I read about error codes on here from time to time and have read of many causing the toolcat to not move/drive. Today I got code 50-08 and my 2016 Toolcat 5600 refused to budge, of course partially blocking the driveway. I checked the Fuse #10 in the fuse panel above the throttle pedal, all...

Latest video, mowing atv grass trails with brush cutter

Latest video, mowing atv grass trails with brush cutter

It's been a while but made another toolcat video with it plowing about 10" of wet snow on the concrete driveway.

Sweet!

Probably not news to any of you but here's how I control my hydraulic angle non-floating snow plow

Finally got around to adding a backup cam (and "dash" cam) to my toolcat. Front cam helps with seeing the front passenger corner of attachments and rear helps backing up and watching the 3 point.

really interesting... I wonder if it learns itself after seeing vehicle speed too slow for too long?

You can get version of the LED bulbs that don't have the 90deg connector so they are "plug n play" on the front lights: https://amzn.to/32O5mbB Edit: Sorry, for some reason Song Dogger's post didn't show til after I replied. Similar answer, this is a 4 pack and advertised as 7000 lumens each.

This is when I first picked up my used toolcat, close to christmas so I "wrapped" it for myself. Hard to tell due to the angle and background but that's a lit xmas tree in the bed!

I agree with Xfaxman.

New ones (UW53) are in the mid $70's . Random educated guess on yours sans pics would be mid 30's for private party sell. Dealer would likely give significantly less.

If you need them it looks like these dealers have them in stock: https://www.machinerytrader.com/parts/search?partnumber=7224425&SCF=True&SearchType=Exact

Awesome! Enjoy it.

The only use I know of a welded/locked steered axle in a high mu use case is FWD road racing. They get the benefit of traction (some understeer penalty on turn in) for corner exit but they will note how teribble the car is in the paddock at low speed if they try to turn sharp at all (typically...

If you weld your diff you won't be able to steer that axle (well you CAN but it won't work well).

That sounds like brakes not fully disengaging. What's your top speed on flat ground in 2nd speed? A few others have had problems with brakes see these threads: https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/toolcat-max-speed.425868/ If you have Toolcat questions, ask them here... ---> HEY wait...

See the full list of videos I made including how a Toolcat is different from a Polaris and skid steer. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8d9FovK2dNT1P2xH4pZ_NBi1n8yMM_MJ

I have a 2016 as well and I get some noise during higher load driving. Could be described as chatter. Sounds like it hydraulic to me. I should take a video and see if you have the same symptom. I was thinking it could be dirt/debris in the little mesh screens in the hydraulic circuit...

Here's the hitch in action with the 7ft box blade.

New video, got a box blade for the rear utvhitchworks farmboy 3-point hitch. Grading my dirt track.

That's my video and I intentionally picked out the weakness of open diffs that the newer units have (without electronic aid of traction control). In general I dont get stuck in snow with just the R4 tires. However I think a 60hp tractor is better at not getting stuck due to large diameter rear...

I would caution going wider than 8ft since you can twist the loader arms. On that note for commercial work get one with a trip edge. I would say go with a V-plow if you are only buying one. Most versital type there is. Depending on the lots you clear you may want a snow pusher and a simple...

Here's smaller trees earlier in this thread, also have tall grass earlier in this thread too. Can't help you with slopes...I live in SE Michigan!

Here's how to add rear aux hydraulic with manual selector valve that switches between the dump bed and the aux ports. I installed this on my Toolcat 5600 for use with a UTV Hitchworks 3-point hitch. I used a metro 6-port hydraulic selector valve with a knob to switch between sending hydraulic...

Here's how to add rear aux hydraulic with manual selector valve that switches between the dump bed and the aux ports. I installed this on my Toolcat 5600 for use with a UTV Hitchworks 3-point hitch. I used a metro 6-port hydraulic selector valve with a knob to switch between sending hydraulic...

Finally got all the parts needed and installed the rear aux hydraulic selector valve and custom hoses to enable manual selection of dump bed or rear aux ports (the 3 point hitch mainly). Video instructions and part details coming.

Well... I found a used but unused 3-point hitch for sale and bought it. Just got it today and slapped it on my 2016 5600. I (like most 5600's) don't have any rear remote hydraulics so I plan to install a manual valve that leverages the dump bed circuit to power a pair of aux connectors. Once...

Here's a reasonable deal on a newer one. Log into Facebook

Here's it taking out them thicker brush and an 8" tree.

Cleared some brush and a ~8in tree with the MTL XC7 Brush Cutter.

MetroX, I sorta work (all Work from home now really) in Milford, MI. I live 35mins north, you're welcome to check out my 2016 5600. It'll lift your 2000lb pallets for sure.

You're spot on all your comments! I fabbed up a 3in extension for her steering wheel now (pedals and seat do slide), made a 6ft drag and its smoothing out. Her go kart has suspension but its stiff and she weighs the same as a bag of potatoe chips.

It smoothed out with a I-beam drag I later cobbled together to pull around. No plans to reseed or anything for now. Hasn't been used for crops for a long time. Was a bunch of "golden rod".

I did at first but fixed it right away. Is it correct now?

Here's part 2 with the track done. Now working on a DIY drag harrow to keep it smooth.

Looks fun!

I assume you're speaking of people that opened it for others to use? Business or not? It's my own track so I dont plan on suing myself anytime soon.

Thanks for your feedback. I don't disagree with you but also it's the way youtube works. It's a lot of work to make videos and the only way to get any return on the work is by having subscribers, views, watch hours, etc. However it doesn't hurt my feelings one bit for you to close the tab...

Let's just say I've met more neighbors...lol

I've always wanted a dirt track (and paved one for that matter...lol) and got it done last week. Only took 17.5hrs of dozer time with a John Deere 700J LGP with an experienced operator (ie not me). Used a 3 acre field to get 2200 ft of track winding thru it with jumps and banked corners...

Only got a chance to run it once in 2012 with a friend and his supercharged BMW M3. It was fun!

Alright, might get some comments on this one...lol but I did a lift capability video for the toolcat with various objects including a boulder, 27ft tree log and my car with 530 miles on it 😬 Enjoy

I'd say so.

Nice! Everyone loves seeing Toolcat's in action. Hasn't been enough videos of them.

Here's a quote for a new 2019 from 2019 for reference. Discount listed was dealer discount, I blocked out their name. Good luck and congrats!

Added a snow deflector (snow foil) to the top of it, will have to wait for snow to test it out but pretty simple device so should work. $70 for rubber and another $15 for hardware (but the hardware the expensive way...individually).

Ok Hay Dude, you pushed me over the top (pun) to put a snow foil/deflector on the plow. Took about 30 mins and $85 for rubber and hardware.

Thanks for starting a new thread on this. Here is the steering valve that I'd think you'd want to mess with. I suppose you could invert the solenoid signal to the rear circuit but I'd have to dive into how it actually commands the rear circuit.

I bought an MTL XC7 3-blade extreme brush cutter about 2.5 years ago and have used it on my previous Bobcat S185 (std flow) and now on my Bobcat Toolcat 5600 (std and hi flow). Here is a video review of it. I'll also post an in action video of it mowing grass and then later of it doing some...

Yes and you can tell its China low-grade steel but as you said it does work and as a homeowner (not a snow plow company) it fits the "bill". As far as tripping too easy does yours have the adjustable tripping spring perch? On mine the springs sit on a washer on top of a large nut that you can...

Here's my review after ~4years owning the TMG Industrial SP-240 snow plow with hydraulic angle. Its setup with a quick attach plate for a skid steer/tractor or in my case a Bobcat Toolcat 5600. I got it for $1200 new which I think is cheap for a 8ft hydraulic angle plow but it does have its...

I'm putting together a Toolcat history/buying advice video so I used info in this thread and elsewhere to get a more complete comparison chart (I'll post it in my video thread later this week). If I'm wrong somewhere let me know. In addition to bobcat historical specs webpage I used the bobcat...

I've had skid steers/tractors in the past but got a toolcat about 1 year ago, here's a review of the features and specs. Overall handy machine but not purpose built. For me as a recreation land owner it suits me well, brush cutting/mowing, snow plowing, yard chores, firewood, etc. My favorite...

I plan on adding several videos of putting my Toolcat to work, I'll keep adding them to this this thread (appears forum rules is only 1 per post). Mowing a field. I also show the "crab steer" in action to cut around the perimeter of the field to try to keep the branches and stuff away from the...

I go out every once in a while where the utility company is running a new pipeline (easement on my property). Find new boulders to bring back and use for landscaping or lining the above mentioned nature trail. Toolcat has been doing great! Also lifted many heavy tree logs onto dump trailers...

Utility company stole (ie condemned) 2acres of my property but I had them leave the stack of 40+ large hardwoods. Sold the highest dollar one today (24inx16ft black walnut). Timmy "The Toolcat" Horton was maxed out. Hydraulics just lifted it and I was more or less balancing on the front...

Did some mowing of the trails today. Much better than the S185. smoother and doesn't tear up the ground other non-toolcat specific advantages: faster (2 speed), high flow, AC, radio, etc. Downside is Toolcat is taller, need to do more limb trimming... Did do some crab steering in places to...

Here's a CAD drawing for reference for anyone

I used 5/16 A572-50 steel plate. Grade 50 so 50ksi yield strength but still good weldability. Other options out there too. I mostly copied (via pictures) other stump bucket designs out there with a few changes i preferred. Here's a drawing you can use for personal use.

I didn't feel like spending $500+ on a stump bucket so I made my own with the help of my brother (CAD support) and uncle (CNC plasma cutter). I made a timelapse video of the project and real-time video of digging up my first stump (don't copy my beginning technique....haha, learning curve)...

I didn't feel like spending $500+ on a stump bucket so I made my own with the help of my brother (CAD support) and uncle (CNC plasma cutter). I made a timelapse video of the project and real-time video of digging up my first stump (don't copy my beginning technique....haha, learning curve). If...

Picked up some boulders for the girls from the backside of our property (appear to be rocks stashed in the woods from cultivating the land decades ago). Got one for the wife and the 3yr old wanted her own rock to sit on outside by the playset so we ventured back out into the woods to find...

I dug in it a little further. The A94Y and older machines have two separate radiators, one for engine coolant and one for hydrostatic fluid. In 2014 they combined those radiators into one so now the hydrostatic oil and coolant are an oil to water exchanger and then both cooled by air.

Honestly if you have a bunch of other equipment that has 3 point and pto I dont know why you'd go with the 5610. As far as overheating goes I wonder if anyone actually has a problem with a current 5600. It looks like they significantly increased the hydrostatic radiator with the AHG8 (2014+?)...

I've gotten some use out of the Toolcat this past week. First for a target/skeet shooting gathering with friends, used it to move the steel target stands and 55 gal burn barrel around (including when on fire...) as well as carrying some wood to burn and the skeet launcher/guns/clay targets/etc...

Hey yes Ruffdog is correct. Its an MTL XC7 Direct Drive Cutter, 68" with 3 blades (was $3450, fraction of the price of many "name brand" ones). It works well for me, I used it to create some new trails and now use it to mow them and mow the fields. I made the wheels for it so I can float the...

Hi all, first post here. I've lurked and used the info here to help drive decisions on what machine to get next, so here's to giving back. I just bought a 2016 Bobcat Toolcat 5600 with ~2100 hrs that was very clean. It's replacing a 2004 Bobcat S185 that I currently have and use for mowing...