Bucket teeth on backhoe

[AlanB]

On my Ford 555C backhoe on the FRONT bucket, I have a welded edge with the holes along the front where I could add a bolt on cutting edge.

I want to add teeth, or a toothbar so I can do more digging (or skimming topsoil) with the front bucket.

What is the best / easiest / cheapest way to do this.

I am thinking just getting another Markham tooth bar made for this bucket, but was not sure if there was something that used the existing holes in the bucket or not?

Thanks

Al B

 

[guss]

the holes are for a bolt on cutting edge.

 

[Builder]

I still keep thinking about teeth on my bucket, but this CASE digs so nice with a straight cutting edge, I just don't see the benefits. Teeth have their disadvantages, too. Can't plow snow, for one.

Look into a sharper new cutting edge.

 

[workinallthetime]

H and L tooth company in tulsa oklahoma makes teeth for everything, if you want their number send me a private

 

[kennyd]

Sounds like a toothbar is the best choice, but you'll probably need to drill two holes in the sides of your bucket to hold it on.