Backhoe Bucket Tooth Wear

[Jbrink64]

I think I get your inference. I should quit whining like a mamby pamby and be happy I have it so easy, huh?:laughing: I suspect there's a bit of truth in that.

Oh, no inference was being made. I felt bad I had no advice for abrasive wear. I can't imagine wearing out teeth in 50 hours, seems kinda fast. It's interesting to see what happens to similar machines, when they end up all over the country. What works in one place, won't work elsewhere. That's why they offer sooo many bucket/tooth options, rippers and hammers.

 

[dcyrilc]

I think I get your inference. I should quit whining like a mamby pamby and be happy I have it so easy, huh?:laughing: I suspect there's a bit of truth in that.

No inference here. Just a lot of empathy and experiance being related to make it so you don't feel so bad about the hard ground and quick wear.:thumbsup:

Hang in there Jim. You're doing a great job on a great project. Looking forward to more updates as it comes along.:thumbsup:

 

[bindian]

Jim,
I also am interested in your new purchase. I am fixin' to buy replacement teeth for my 24 inch bucket.
hugs, Brandi

 

[jinman]

Jim,
I also am interested in your new purchase. I am fixin' to buy replacement teeth for my 24 inch bucket.
hugs, Brandi

Brandi, depending on your bucket's tooth style, you might be able to find cheap replacements on eBay. I'm just not sure what style Mahindra uses.

That brings up another PET PEEVE about my New Holland. I have both the Operator's Manual and the Maintenance Manual for my LB75B. Neither one of those addresses replacing bucket teeth. You'd think something requiring frequent maintenance would be addressed. If you don't replace your teeth when they are worn out, you can have cupping of the bucket's cutting edge between the teeth and you also can wear out the bucket stub and have to have the old one cut off and a new one welded on. Also, what are the different tooth styles and methods for attaching the teeth? On my bucket, if you look at the photo in the first post, you'll see that the previous owner just bolted the teeth onto the stub. From what I can determine, this is not the original configuration, but I have no documented proof of what it should be. Wacky!

 

[dcyrilc]

Brandi, depending on your bucket's tooth style, you might be able to find cheap replacements on eBay. I'm just not sure what style Mahindra uses.

That brings up another PET PEEVE about my New Holland. I have both the Operator's Manual and the Maintenance Manual for my LB75B. Neither one of those addresses replacing bucket teeth. You'd think something requiring frequent maintenance would be addressed. If you don't replace your teeth when they are worn out, you can have cupping of the bucket's cutting edge between the teeth and you also can wear out the bucket stub and have to have the old one cut off and a new one welded on. Also, what are the different tooth styles and methods for attaching the teeth? On my bucket, if you look at the photo in the first post, you'll see that the previous owner just bolted the teeth onto the stub. From what I can determine, this is not the original configuration, but I have no documented proof of what it should be. Wacky!

I suspect that you would need to find paperwork/manuals for the bucket to find that info.

 

[Jbrink64]

Jinman, if you go to the parts pages, there are umpteen different bucket/tooth options. You'd need a separate manual just on the buckets and teeth. Many dealers don't use the NH bh buckets, preferring to sell something heavier, such as a Geith.

Your teeth should be retained with pins, unless your abraso-soil :^) got into the holes and enlarged them, then the only option is bolts or weld the teeth on

 

[Jeff Lary]

Try going to a Welding supply or Tractor Supply and buy some (Hard Surfacing Rod) expencive but worth it. Ask the sales person about the weld patterns you should do he will sdvise you.You see this done on the sides and bottom of most all heavy equiptment buckets.

 

[bindian]

Brandi, depending on your bucket's tooth style, you might be able to find cheap replacements on eBay. I'm just not sure what style Mahindra uses.

That brings up another PET PEEVE about my New Holland. I have both the Operator's Manual and the Maintenance Manual for my LB75B. Neither one of those addresses replacing bucket teeth. You'd think something requiring frequent maintenance would be addressed. If you don't replace your teeth when they are worn out, you can have cupping of the bucket's cutting edge between the teeth and you also can wear out the bucket stub and have to have the old one cut off and a new one welded on. Also, what are the different tooth styles and methods for attaching the teeth? On my bucket, if you look at the photo in the first post, you'll see that the previous owner just bolted the teeth onto the stub. From what I can determine, this is not the original configuration, but I have no documented proof of what it should be. Wacky!

Jim,
My BH's parts manual has a good break down on the buckets, teeth, and wear strips. I plan on pricing teeth with Mahindra (Bradco) this week. But if, like all Bradco prices,the price is too high, I will try the place you purchased from. My teeth are blunt and square when new and the teeth now have rounded "smooth" corners.
You can make a "slip" on ripper like I plan to make a slip on grader blade. Get a box blade ripper and weld a "glove" onto it to slip over two center teeth. Then weld a short chain to it and secure the chain around the back side of the bucket to a welded hook secured with a large clevis pin.
hugs, Brandi

 

[dcyrilc]

Jim,
My BH's parts manual has a good break down on the buckets, teeth, and wear strips. I plan on pricing teeth with Mahindra (Bradco) this week. But if, like all Bradco prices,the price is too high, I will try the place you purchased from. My teeth are blunt and square when new and the teeth now have rounded "smooth" corners.
You can make a "slip" on ripper like I plan to make a slip on grader blade. Get a box blade ripper and weld a "glove" onto it to slip over two center teeth. Then weld a short chain to it and secure the chain around the back side of the bucket to a welded hook secured with a large clevis pin.
hugs, Brandi

That's a good idea. Wish I'd thought of it.:laughing: I see the scraper blades all the time, but never thought about doing it for a ripper.

 

[bindian]

That's a good idea. Wish I'd thought of it.:laughing: I see the scraper blades all the time, but never thought about doing it for a ripper.

Cyril,

Your welcome. I tried a grader blade mock up with treated 2x8s with the chain and a short cable choker. It worked great.:thumbsup: I tried 6 feet for the blade, but when working close to trees, the trees won over the wooden grader blade when I was not being careful in my turning around.
I think the "glove" ripper will work if you make the glove "sides" long enough on top and bottom of the bucket.
hugs, Brandi