Backhoe Backhoe mounting brackets for L series?

davedj1 · Dec 4, 2018

It looks like the side plates are made of 1/2" with 1/2" reinforcement squares, the tube looks to be 1/4".
If you need anything else give me a shout.

Foxl3830 · Dec 4, 2018

Hello, this sounds somewhat familiar. I bought a woods BH80X used backhoe back in June mine had the pto pump. And came with a 3pt hook up. I'll be honest I tried the 3pt very loose and sketchy! Then I called local woods dealer. my subframe for my tractor was expensive like 1,700. But I'll be honest it was the best call. I looked into having someone and me help weld one up but I didn't want to rig anything just because I do a lot of 3pt work and if something was to happen to me I wanted the backhoe to be a plus to sell and easy to sell! Ok now the worst it took my subframe 4months to be built and machine and ship to me yes all summer I had a new backhoe and couldn't use it! But when I got the new subframe it came with great directions and was a snap to install! And instructions included how to plumb in for backhoe hydrolics. Which I didn't need since I had pto pump.Just follow there instructions to a tee. And after using be sure to retighten all hardware. Ok hope this helps hopefully you got a good deal on the backhoe to make up for subframe. Also on my tractor model I didn't have to remove 3pt arms with the subframe mount! As with the factory Kubota's backhoe 3pt arms have to be removed! I'd go with a new subframe!

lennyzx11 · Dec 25, 2018

I’ve ordered the plasma cutter and collecting up bits for the subframe installation.

It looks like I have to make some 3/4”-1” holes in 3/8 and 1/2 inch thick steel for the subframe brackets.

Any recommendations on the type of drills to make the holes?
I have a drill press. That will slow down to 200 rpm and cutting fluid. And a set of Milwaukee bimetal holesaws.

So far the choices are

Plasma cut the holes.
Get a RotaBroach set
Hougen cutters
Use the holesaw I have
Get a carbide tipped set of hole saws

I’d like to make a one time purchase for the good stuff without going insane on cost for a home hobby fabricator.

davedj1 · Dec 26, 2018

lennyzx11 said:
I’ve ordered the plasma cutter and collecting up bits for the subframe installation.

It looks like I have to make some 3/4”-1” holes in 3/8 and 1/2 inch thick steel for the subframe brackets.

Any recommendations on the type of drills to make the holes?
I have a drill press. That will slow down to 200 rpm and cutting fluid. And a set of Milwaukee bimetal holesaws.

So far the choices are

Plasma cut the holes.
Get a RotaBroach set
Hougen cutters
Use the holesaw I have
Get a carbide tipped set of hole saws

I’d like to make a one time purchase for the good stuff without going insane on cost for a home hobby fabricator.

I just use good quality bits from the local parts store, it's a small independent place. I have resharpened my bits to a bit lesser of an angle and I think they work better for me. I have a crappy Rigid drill press but, it has drilled a ton of holes. I just did some 1/2" holes in 3/8 plate at work with some Milwaukee bits and a cordless drill, they did great.

Tags · Dec 28, 2018

I think you're only option would be to drill the holes. You want to make sure the holes aren't too big or the brackets will have a tendency to loosen up and that will start to wreak havock with your mounting plates and where the bolts go into the tractor, you don't want to start snapping bolts off or cracking the mounting points on the tractor. The backhoe will put a tremendous amount of stress on the machine and your mounting brackets. Just take your time with your layout and get all the mounting holes in the correct spots.

lennyzx11 · Jan 3, 2019

Update.
I called and found out that I couldn’t get the brackets for the subframe I have. (9269)
So I asked about the proper 4 point mount for my L3301 Kubota.
Around 1800 bucks all in.
But delivery not till mid March. I asked the salesman about realistic deliveries and he said that honestly he has seen it take 5-6 months for Woods to deliver.
So. I will build one. With some research and some tips and threads I’ve read here, I’m sure it can be done. And somewhat better I believe by being custom fit.

I insulated my 24x24 garage over the holiday break and have some time home coming up so with a little heat, beer, and time, I’m sure I can get it built by the second week of March and only for 1799.00!

PS If anyone has photos of their mounts on the 2501/3301/3901s, I’m looking for ideas.