Backhoe Backhoe Stabilizer locks

   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #21  
"Have you forgot about them an operated the outriggers?"

No, I have not, but that's not because I have a great memory, but because I utilize checklists.
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks
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#22  
I finished my stabilizer locks today, I center drilled and tapped the lower piston pin and drilled and tapped the outrigger leg. I used 1/2 inch stainless steel bolts which I machined the heads to minimize it from sticking out.
It's spring loaded to stay in place either in use or not.
I know it looks like a lot of work but I can't use the tractor outside right now so I'll play with it inside. I did try to put the outriggers down and they just stopped against the locks so if I forget the locks not much will happen.

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   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #23  
Very nice job. Looks professionally done.
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #24  
Nice looking work ficord! Impressive.
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #25  
ficord said:
I did try to put the outriggers down and they just stopped against the locks so if I forget the locks not much will happen.

Very nice craftsmanship! ....and you performed the acid test, too.
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #26  
Beautiful work!
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #27  
Impressive indeed... Ficord, have you ever considered offering your engineering skills to Kubota?
 
   / Backhoe Stabilizer locks #28  
That sure makes mine look a bit sad! I just use chains with a hook on the end. Its not as pretty as your setup, but its quick and reliable.

Regarding the boom, I personally don't like the idea of using a lock plate to hold it up. The lugs are there, but I think it puts way too much stress on the metal when I'm bouncing around the yard. At least the hydraulics have a little bit of 'give' to take the shock out of the jarring. Sure the boom leaks slowly down but I just lift it up occassionally. A burst hose is possible but I havent had one yet, and it would be cheaper to fix than a cracked boom. (You can see the backhoe has already experienced that!). But I'm planning to add a strong webbing strap somewhere between the boom and the control area.
 

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