DFB..Plow to bucket

[MikePA]

Hmm, this gives me an idea...I still have the front blade that I bought for my 16hp Work Horse tractor. I wonder if I could rig something up similar to what you did Thomas? Of course, I'd have to also buy a welder, learn how to use it, etc. /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif

This seems like a great idea, I wonder why a manufacturer doesn't offer a similar solution.

 

[Thomas]

Thanks.
I agree..used but not abuse.

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[Thomas]

Mike,
A good welder doesn't cost all that much,and as far as learning to weld from 1/8" to 1/4" steel its easier than you think.
Just make sure you figure the 45 degree angle,just have the back of the plow touching the corner of the bucket which will give support,also the lenght of your plow ears which attach to your frame,also you may have to add on to your plow to clear the rear wheel a good 6"plus.
You may want to consider a flat iron which will attach to the back of your bucket for strenght..don't want to put a buckle in your bucket./w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif
You may want to consider bolting the frame instead of welding the frame to the bucket..about a 7/16" SAE #5 works fine.
If you like more pictures I shall email them to you.
Take Care.


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[MikePA]

Thanks for the encouragement, Thomas! /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

This will be a project for next spring, when I can get to the back of my garage where I have the Wheel Horse blade stored. The <font color=red>color</font color=red> of your attachment mechanism triggered this thought of mine since the Wheel Horse blade is also <font color=red>red</font color=red>. The Wheel Horse blade is a sturdy item, for a garden tractor. The blade attaches to a long A frame that runs from the front of the tractor to the back axle, where the 2 legs of the 'A' attach. The mower deck must be removed to use the blade since the deck lifting mechanism is also used to raise and lower the front blade. The blade itself can be swiveled and it also has trip springs. It was fairly efficient, as long as it didn't ride up on top of the snow. Without any down pressure except its own weight, this was a frequent occurence.

Do you bolt the attachment mechanism into your bucket each winter or do you leave it in all the time?

 

[winchman]

Thomas,
I'm planning on doing the same thing you did with the plow mounted in the bucket. Does the front-end of the tractor ever get shoved sideways with the blade angled? Do you plow with the loader control in the float position? What does your B7100 weigh with the loader? Trying to compare it to my 2410.

Thanks,
winchman

 

[Thomas]

I attach the frame each winter..6 bolts,and when the frame remove I install the same size bolts but stubs.

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[Thomas]

Winchman,
I just finish making us coffee..your cup on the right /w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif..and I'll send some photos and try and answer question.

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[Thomas]

Only time I can recall when the tractor went a little sideways..on ice pushing full blade of heavy wet snow,and the cure to the problem was take 2/3 of a blade.
B7100 weight approximate #1,100,Fel #387,rear ballast #360,extra ballast which would be me #205..grand approximate weight #2052.
Just the approximate weight of your B2410 w/FEL{#2137}I don't believe you would have to add much rear ballast for a 6'ft blade..thats if you aren't plowing up a slope driveway,and if you should be you may want to consider little more ballast and chains for traction.
In the attachment{double click}you may want the plow blade 6"+ be on the rear tire when at a 45 degree angle,also the back of the plow blade just rest against the corner of your bucket as in the picture,for it gives support to the blade when push a full blade.

I don't use the float position.
I curl the bucket down so its a couple of inches from the ground surface.

The iron for the plow frame 1/4" iron,and the plow ears are 3/8 iron,plus the bolts are 7/16 grade 5.

You may want to consider a back plate also on the backside of the bucket to give support so you won't put a buckle in the bucket.
Hope was some help,and if you need more info please let me know..sure like to see your plow when finish..photos. /w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif

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[winchman]

Thomas,
Thanks for the reply. You have a nice set-up. I have alot of work to do on mine, so for now I'll use the rear blade. I'll try to post a pic when done. I was thinking I would use the float postion on my loader control to plow snow, but you say that you don't......why don't you?

 

[Thomas]

winchman,
By useing the float on the FEL while the bucket curl down little,it will dig into the ground when plowing,for
I mostly plow in high range 1/2 pedal.

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[DFB]

Great job Thomas. Nice pictures. Bet they could use you out in Buffalo this week./w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

Took me a while to catch up. You certainly answered all my questions in detail. Wow! Just one pin to remove the blade too.

What do you use the chain for?

There's a 7ft worksaver blade down in the field at the inlaws with a bent A frame. Now I'm thinkin' I can salvage it for something similar./w3tcompact/icons/cool.gif

Thanks for takin' the time.

DFB

 

[Thomas]

Thank you.
I take my hat off for the folks out in Buffalo w/a storm like that,but I still remembering our two 22 plus inches storm we had almost back to back./w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif

One Pin..I believe in keeping things simple..easier to work on.

The chain used for moving the plow around when not attach.

Curtis plow etc.. are a nice set up,but the prices are little steep I figure for the amount I would use over the next 2 or 3 years,and auctions plus a box of cartons are a whole lot cheaper./w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

7' foot blade..you got to send photos during and afterwards of the project,would be most interested.

Just about three an half months until..B.W.Fla./w3tcompact/icons/cool.gif..are you making plans?
I ran it by her and got the look./w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif

Stay warm an safe.

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[JackIL]

The single pin that connects the push arm to the bucket bracket allows the blade to float relative to the bucket. If the loader were also in float, everything would collapse to the ground. Nice design Thomas. I can't tell exactly how the blade angle is adjusted or positioned. Could you post one more picture showing that detail?

 

[Thomas]

Jack,
I'll take closer pitcher on Friday how I set the bucket w/the plow attach,kinda hard to leave the old woodstove when the temp 10 above outside.

The moon almost full and stars are like diamonds tonights...yep its clear an cold.

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[rf33]

Thomas, that sure does look like a neat setup. Only problem is that we don't get much snow here./w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif Maybe I could use a setup like that to push the leaves out of my front yard./w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif I have some really big post oaks that have dropped enough leaves to cover my whole yard about 2 feet deep./w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif Oh well, that is a nice customization of your tractor anyways.

rf33

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[Thomas]

Thanks.
I might have the answer for your leave problem.
Check out Cyclone Rake website,or call toll free 1-{888}-531-7253 for info also a free video.
If this equipment does as it says,I'll need to make some room /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gifafter I run it by the house treasure. /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif/w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif

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