Freds
Veteran Member
There ya go!
I was going to have a cap on the white receiver to prevent post slippage. I had even mentioned using a hand T-post driver, if you have one already like I do. After all, once you get one of these bad boys made up, who would use the hand operated model? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
I just like everything hanging below the pivot rod. Don't ask me why... less stress on the receiver wall, all the weight is below the pivot rod, the rod adds strength to do the pushing with....
I'm sure both designs would work, but it's how I will make mine.
Definitely one on each side. W/O caps though. I think having the pipe always at the ready to slide a shovel handle or something into would be handy without having to remove a cap, but it's a nice touch.
Also, maybe a small eye bolt or two welded to the white receiver. One could be used to fasten or hold the T-post into place (I'm hoping a bungee hook can get enough bite on those **** that are on T-posts, but the hook could be modified). This would also keep the posts all facing the same direction, saying your tractor could always face the same direction.... And one to have a length of dog chain or similar hanging from to let you know when your posts are at the correct depth when it touches the ground.
Dang I wish this weather would get better so I could go and make one. I need a workshop! /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif
I was going to have a cap on the white receiver to prevent post slippage. I had even mentioned using a hand T-post driver, if you have one already like I do. After all, once you get one of these bad boys made up, who would use the hand operated model? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
I just like everything hanging below the pivot rod. Don't ask me why... less stress on the receiver wall, all the weight is below the pivot rod, the rod adds strength to do the pushing with....
I'm sure both designs would work, but it's how I will make mine.
Definitely one on each side. W/O caps though. I think having the pipe always at the ready to slide a shovel handle or something into would be handy without having to remove a cap, but it's a nice touch.
Also, maybe a small eye bolt or two welded to the white receiver. One could be used to fasten or hold the T-post into place (I'm hoping a bungee hook can get enough bite on those **** that are on T-posts, but the hook could be modified). This would also keep the posts all facing the same direction, saying your tractor could always face the same direction.... And one to have a length of dog chain or similar hanging from to let you know when your posts are at the correct depth when it touches the ground.
Dang I wish this weather would get better so I could go and make one. I need a workshop! /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif