Do BX users think this will work

[Junkman]

I don't believe that there is a way presently available to mount a Quick Disconnect plow to the loader arms of a BX tractor. considering the weight limitations of the BX, I doubt that it would be commercially viable to manufacture Quick Disconnect appliances to replace the loader bucket such as those that are available to the larger tractors such as the L48. The best solution that I think that is available is the Kubota Quick Disconnect front mount hitch as used with the Snow Plow, Snowblower, Sweeper. This requires the removal of the loader bucket and the front grille guard to install the Quick Disconnect. Just like you won't find the amenities of a Cadillac class car on a Chevette, you won't find they variety of options for a BX as you would the L48 class of tractors.
The best suggestion that I can make for using the loader bucket along with a snow plow is to purchase a 54" or 60" garden tractor snow blade and then weld "ears" onto the bottom of the bucket to hold the plow hitch frame in the bucket. This will allow you to remove it when you don't need it and install it quickly when you do. I have seen this done many times with larger tractors. Just remember that the BX does have its limitations as to how much snow that it can push, even in 4 wheel drive. I refer to the BX as the "Bulldog Xperience" tractor because of the similarity to the Bulldog, however, it isn't ever going to be a Great Pyrenees, no matter how hard we try.

 

[Junkman]

What it would look like on the bucket side ....... you would need to weld in some "ears" to hold the "A" frame in the bucket. This is a Bolens HT20/23 54" snow blade left over from when I used the Bolens to plow snow. It is headed onto e Bay with some other of my Bolens items. Since buying the Kubota BX, I haven't sat in the Bolens except to move it out of the garage.

 

[bluecon1]

I've installed a 3PH blade to my loader arms and was also worried about hitting something and bending my loader arms. I tried to be as cautious as I could be, but last week, I hit a protruding pin beside my driveway while ploughing the snow. It stopped me quick, and luckily no damage this time. Here's a picture of my set up. I've posted this on another thread earlier. I've used the bucket cylinder to angle my blade, and put in a fixed link to replace the bucket cylinder's original location.

 

[SeymourBota]

I was trying to find a way to attach it inside the bucket- never thought of doing it the way you did, but your way is very ingenious.
My Snowsport plow has a very thick rubber edge on the bottom that it replaceable. Something like that might make a spring assembly unnecessary.

 

[scout180]

SeymourBota,

The pic you posted shows a simple 2" hitch mount. Is this a plow designed for a small pickup? Looks like a good idea for light snows, susch as we get here south of Richmond, VA.

Thanks,
Dave in VA

 

[SeymourBota]

Yes, it is designed for a 2" receiver hitch. I have one on the front of my pickup, but you can also install the blade in the rear hitch that most have and then plow in reverse!!
http://www.mysnowsport.com/

 

[thcri]

I had them skids on my ATV. They only lasted one season so every year I had to buy new. That was my ATV not a heavy bucket. My bucket has a skid plate on it and it can be replaced. So I will just let my bucket on the concrete and the way I figure it I will get 5 years out of my skid plate and then just pay my friend to replace.

murph

 

[Tractor_Jim_CT]

A SKID PLATE-Can anyone enlighten me on the skid plate idea and any photos would be cool. I will probably continue using my John Deere Mower with the front blade, rear tire chains and weights again this season. I have a long
asphalt driveway and thought I bought this BX23 and there must be a way use the bucket also during the winter.

The plow has skids and I thought skids on the bucket bottom is all thats really needed. Just curious how a skid plate was made or bought and mounted.

Just trying to make more use of the BX23.

 

[surfran]

I use my loader and bucket to remove snow, but I have a short paved driveway. It works fine in float position with no skid plate at this time.

One idea for a skid plate that someone had was to use a section of the new composite deck boards bolted to the bottom of the bucket (a 12' would give you 3 wear plates and would keep your drive in good shape). I think that it is a great idea, but haven't implemented it yet.

Just another thought.