chain: 3/8 or 5/16 ?

[project]

Looking to tie down my 7510/loader weighting about 2k. I need to purchase additional chain. Is 5/16 adequate (70#) or do I need 3/8. Thanks, Tony

 

[kennyd]

IMHO, The 5/16" grade 70 chain will be more than adequate and it's cheaper and much easier to handle.
Be sure to get some good ratchet binders also...

 

[TonyS]

I have a Kub 3400 with FEL and BH - weoghs around 5,000 lbs and I use 3 (front back and BH) grade 70 5/16 chains and they work fine.

Got mine in Home Depot - 20 foot with slip hooks for about $30

 

[em14]

If you will read the past posts on tie downs you will see the TBN folks recommend getting the chain and binders with “Made in the USA” stamped on the items. Many of the on-line suppliers have such chain and binders as well as the number of chains required charts. I cannot find the supplier that I got mine from at the moment. I’m sure some one will add to what I have said.
Leo

 

[project]

Thanks for the replies.. If anyone is familar with the Kubota 7510.....The only way I see to chain it down is using the drawbar at the rear and a stout part of the front loader at the front. The drawbar has two holes ,not very large, but will take a separate link. Am I on the right track?? Thanks ,Tony

 

[Ductape]

You could get real fancy and use 1/4 inch grade 8. Nice and light! I've had great luck with tie downs from AW Direct. I use 2" nylon ratchet straps to secure my tractor, but you've got to be careful so you do not abrade the strap.

AW Direct Towing Recovery Service Vehicle and Wrecker Accessories - 1-800-243-3194

 

[Mahana79]

Thanks for the replies.. If anyone is familar with the Kubota 7510.....The only way I see to chain it down is using the drawbar at the rear and a stout part of the front loader at the front. The drawbar has two holes ,not very large, but will take a separate link. Am I on the right track?? Thanks ,Tony

dont have a 7510 but my L3400 sounds similar when finding a place on the back. i use a 3/4" clevis in the drawbar then run the chain through the clevis. Here is the clevis mounted to the drawbar.

 

[john_bud]

Unlike some, I don't guard against minor paint chips and scratches. I run the chain thru the round tube on the FEL for the front and thru the wheels on the back. The L3410 has adjustable wheels and there is more than enough space to run the chain thru. I'm pretty sure that you could turn the trailer over and shake it hard and the tractor wouldn't budge. I use stamped USA made G70 transport chain, hooks and binders.

I have read that adding a section of old firehose protects the paint. Dunno if true, but thought it worth mentioning.

jb

 

[Blk88GT]

I hold my 7510 down using the drawbar with a clevis, and through the front "bumper" between the FEL and the headlights.

I prefer to use 4 x 10,000lb cargo straps.

 

[project]

Looked for a clevis that is large enough for the drawbar (1 5/16 thick w/a 3/4 hole) nothing local. Even went to a tractor/trailer retailer. Some catalogs are showing some but no dimensions. I did find a 1/2 separate link and wasn't sure if its as sturdy as a clevis. has anyone tried this?? Thanks