Backhoe My GC2300 gets a new backhoe

[loulblades]

Sent the tractor to the dealer weekend before last (right in the middle of the big snow we had here) to, among other things, have a Woods BH6000 backhoe put on. I got some time on it today digging a french drain around a currently built shed and have a new found respect for good backhoe operators. Those extra hyd. cylinders do provide some interesting movement capability, but a few more hours and I will have it down.

My dealer told me long ago he thought the Woods backhoe was a little better than the MF and I asked him to show me the difference on the GC2310 that was sitting nearby. He pointed out the curved boom and a few other things but what really caught my eye was the easily replacable teeth on the Woods bucket. If you are considering putting a backhoe on your GC2300, there is a side by side comparison on Woods website.

I also had the oil filter cover put on.

Hope it is nice out this weekend. I have lots of backhoe digging to do and I hope I get the chance to do it. I can see that I will be able to do some serious damage with this thing.

 

[archerynut]

Now you post that!!! I just bought the 2310 this morning. LOL Can't wait for some nice DRY weather. Hopefully my 2310 will be here for the weekend. By the way, what was the price on the Woods BH? No I am not going to buy another one, just interested.

 

[loulblades]

I paid $5000 + $275 for an second bucket.

 

[61flattop]

Loul........ Does the woods also come with a new swiveling seat or seat base? By the way... I was over on Wood's web site this morning, that is a good looking hoe.

 

[archerynut]

It is a good looking hoe. did you get it in red to match the MF?

 

[loulblades]

Loul........ Does the woods also come with a new swiveling seat or seat base? By the way... I was over on Wood's web site this morning, that is a good looking hoe.

They added a swiveling base to the seat that was on the machine.

It is a good looking hoe. did you get it in red to match the MF?

Yes it is MF Red.

I have the dealer checking the price to change the ROPS to the GC2310 style. I feel a little constricted with the ROPS that is on there.

Also the buckets are made by Gannon, which is tied to Woods somehow. If you have a GC2310 and want to add a different size bucket, you might want to look at these since the teeth can be replaced easily.

 

[madhatter]

They added a swiveling base to the seat that was on the machine.



Yes it is MF Red.

I have the dealer checking the price to change the ROPS to the GC2310 style. I feel a little constricted with the ROPS that is on there.

Also the buckets are made by Gannon, which is tied to Woods somehow. If you have a GC2310 and want to add a different size bucket, you might want to look at these since the teeth can be replaced easily.

Too bad you don't live closer or we could trade ! As I would LIKE a 2300 ROPS. My 2310 ROPS is a little too bulky for my liking.

 

[archerynut]

Thanks for the heads up about the buckets. I may want to get a smaller bucket for the BH. I am getting the 12" with the machine, I may want the 8"(I think) for some trenching work. Any idea on compatibility with MF BH and cost?

 

[DanielAlexander]

Lou, I am happy for you, Yesterday I used my MF backhoe for the first time, it's really nice, I dug out an Indian rosewood tree, I need some practice ,thats for sure .Archery welcome to the club, you wont be disappointed.

 

[loulblades]

Thanks for the heads up about the buckets. I may want to get a smaller bucket for the BH. I am getting the 12" with the machine, I may want the 8"(I think) for some trenching work. Any idea on compatibility with MF BH and cost?

Just got off the phone with my dealer and he could not confirm or deny if the Gannon bucket was compatible with the MF. As mentioned earlier, I paid $275 for the extra bucket but I am not sure which one is the extra, 9" or 12".

One other thing about the Gannon buckets is the wear bars that the MF doesn't have.

If I find anything more about compatibility, I will post.