Grapple Failure

[94BULLITT]

Why is everyone focusing on the 1/8'' top tube and not the cylinder mount? I think the cylinder mount is just as big of a problem. I don't know how you guys with these economy grapples keep from damaging the cylinder because they don't have any protection for the cylinder.

 

[CalG]

It appears (my limited net search of about an hour) that the grapple in question is the absolutely least expensive grapple made or sold.

It's nearest rival is the "add-a-grapple bolt on top hamper accessories.

Kind of difficult for a fellow to get his expectations up considering.

Cylinder protection? Now that would move the product up a couple of price points.

That's all....

 

[JoeL4330]

You might consider limiting the hydraulic pressure once you get it splinted up ...jaws just have to come together sufficiently to grasp ...more is not better, in this case

 

[cfw3]

While I respect your opinion and right to express it here, I must take issue with your suggestion that I have not been fair and honest in my recount of the situation. I'll repeat once again for the record, the grapple has not been abused or misused. The 25 hours is indeed an estimate but one I have a high degree of confidence in since the tractor itself has only 42 hours and the FEL splits its time between pallet forks and bucket. Given that I also own a (Landpride) Box Blade and Rotary Cutter that I use with this machine, neither of which requires grapple use, I think the 25 hours estimate is probably on the high side.

I also find it puzzling that you find an honest review of a product indicative of the decay of modern society but have no problem with what might be considered by some as a mean-spirited personal attack and let's face it, you're pretty much calling me a liar and you were rude in the way you did it. The irony is that from my perspective, one of the biggest problems in modern society is that too many people no longer seem willing or able to engage in a polite, respectful dialog with someone who has a point of view other than their own. The need to resort to derogatory and disparaging comments as a substitute for a well-articulated differing opinion is something I simply do not understand and I actually find this forum is usually a refreshing alternative to that sort of behavior. I am no longer a young man but was brought up to treat people with respect, even those with whom I disagree. I suspect you probably were as well so while I ponder exactly how I feel about myself, perhaps you might do the same.

I feel fine, thank you. My post may have been blunt but I continue to stand by what I said. I use equipment to make an income to support my family. My equipment has been purchased with my hard earned money and all of it has been preowned. I take pride in buying a used piece and fixing it up to look good again. I know how easy it is to damage something unintentionally, especially when working around rough ground and brush. It happens.

I think the fact that the company is now marketing this grapple strictly for use on walk behind equipment speaks volumes. Those machines are in a completely different category compared to the higher forces your tractor is capable of applying. In my opinion, the failure that occurred on your grapple has nothing to do with the hours you used it. That failure occurred because something applied too much force to the grapple arm and bent its mount. That could happen within an hour of its first use. Obviously you had some questions before you purchased this grapple about its suitability for your tractor. I know when I use attachments on my equipment that I know (or my gut tells me) are built a little lite for the job at hand, I proceed with caution. If I damage it I take my lumps, rebuild it to meet my needs, and move on.

I guess the manufacturer steered you wrong when you discussed it with them. They are owning up to it by providing you a new grapple. That is great, kudos to them.

 

[sd455dan]

Looks to me like "Titan Attattachments is just a distributor.

Could be wrong, but that would be an indirect line to a failure resolution.

Hmm STF,

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/180624-new-titan-grapple-2.html

Read the first post and post #20. 'Guess nothing is perfect.

"Ya's pays ya's moneys and takes ya's chances"

it does look like the lighter duty units are imported , but some of their products are US sourced and built -also they list 1/4" framing and T-1 steel for the tines... I like how they say (If you receive them and don't like the looks , they will pick them up and refund 100% of your money...) at least in 2012...http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...-grapple-buckets-post3075815.html#post3075815 wow the pallet fork are rated @4000 lbs. I read the whole thread -sure seem to be a LOT of very satisfied customers...