New member with CK20S on the way

[Josh61513]

It's bolted past the wrapped section. The kit also includes a plate that is placed between the nuts and the bucket too, to stiffen the top of the bucket.

If you PM me your e-mail I can send you a high-res (3 mb) version of the same picture.

 

[unhappykioti]

I have my hooks welded on next to the outside edge of the bucket. Loaded tires will help with traction, had mine done at Les Schwab they put beet juice in them it won't freeze is environmentaly friendly and won't corrode your wheels. If I remember think it cost me around $126. I have a CK20 with R4s

 

[jlsanborn]

It'll be here in two hours! Thanks to all that have replied. I'm going to get the rears loaded. I definately want hooks on the bucket, so I'll look at what's been shown to me, make a decision, do what I think makes sense and post the results.

 

[lunbrjck]

Grats on the new tractor. I have a CK20HST and love it. I welded a piece of 3 inch channel to my bucket and welded the hooks to it.

 

[jlsanborn]

It's here! The model on the seat is interviewing for the operator's position, which I thought was already filled!
I like the c-channel idea. That'd spread the load pretty well and provide some substance to weld the hooks to. Thanks!
Specialty Tractor out of Post Falls, ID was excellent. I'm pleased with what I got, what I paid and the service I've received so far.
I've got an hour on it so far and am already convinced that it's going to easily do what I need it to do.

 

[Loren49]

Congrats on the new tractor. I feel that as long as you don't "slip or ride" the clutch it will hold up well. I grew up with standard transmissions and have had one on most of my cars and all of my tractors. A clutch plate can be damaged in a short time if not used properly but lasts for a long, long time with proper use.

Enjoy,
Loren

 

[unhappykioti]

Yup don't use the clutch pedal for a foot rest and you'll be just fine.

 

[jlsanborn]

I have my hooks welded on next to the outside edge of the bucket. Loaded tires will help with traction, had mine done at Les Schwab they put beet juice in them it won't freeze is environmentaly friendly and won't corrode your wheels. If I remember think it cost me around $126. I have a CK20 with R4s

I'd think the beet juice would freeze at some point. Any idea what that is? Also, how much do you suppose will fit in them AG tires?

 

[unhappykioti]

If your tires are 9.5 -16 which is what my owners manual says, each tire will take 12 gal to fill to 75 percent and weigh appx 128.4 lbs. This stuff actually called RimGuard according to their information it will not freeze down to -35 degrees so you should be fine in Spokane, I live on the west side of WA and we never get below zero.

 

[jlsanborn]

Wow, that sure seems minimal. I was thinking of adding the ballast for stability. I'm not feeling that front heavy with the FEL.
Thanks for the info!