Any one Modified their brush guard

[nybirdman]

I also need to do this;wiped out a battery and the lower grill.Lucky not to get the radiator.Thought it was strange the tractor wouldn't start in August............

 

[Redbug]

Yup...Been there, done that...

 

[gkh7890]

I've used #9 gauge expanded metal. It is very strong compared to what you will find at TSC, HD, Lowes, etc.

 

[dsgsr]

That expanded metal doesn't hold up as well as woven wire, trust me I know. I had my welder put on 3/8 inch. screen with 1/4 wire. I do screening of gravel and loam so I had the screen. You could go to an outfit that does this and ask them if they have any screen pieces laying around. The wire in these screens are hardened steel so it is strong and lasts.


David

 

[Chuck K.]

Finally a picture.. got the idea looking at my brother in laws dozer..

 

[kcender]

Finally a picture.. got the idea looking at my brother in laws dozer..View attachment 331791

Nice looking job,should definitely add protection.

 

[OneQuick68]

I learn a lot on this forum. I was actually wondering how to address the possibility of a stick damaging my radiator, etc. Great info, thanks for all the pictures. I am pulling my welder out soon and modifying my guard.

 

[ENC]

Here a couple pics of the addition to my brush guard. It has already saved my judging by the large dent in it over the middle brace. My brush guard also hinges so I still need to add some to the lower fixed part. When I was done welding I decided there was to much orange up there so I gave it a few shots of flat black followed with shaker can clear.

 

[bandaidmd]

good job guys ,thanks for sharing.
I will be doing this soon as yesterday morning a branch came thru the grill and was stopped by the battery(no cracks) looks like some heat gun reworking of the plastic part of the grill will repair it.