Forks Pallet Fork Qusetions

[MadDog]

Yes. And its a very good idea to use them that way since the toothbar gives more strength and stability to the leading edge of the FEL.

 

[TN75Jason]

The skidsteer-type FEL attachments mount to the loader using the same attachement as a Bobcat bucket for example. Let me see if I can describe it: There is a vertical plate spanning between the loader arms that slips under a lip on the attachment, then you lift the attachment which settles into position on the plate. Then, you flip two spring-loaded handles on the backside of the plate to lock the implement in position. This is not to be confused with the quick-attach system on a previous Bush Hog loader that I had which had spring-loaded T-handles to lock the implement in two (top & bottom) C-shaped receivers on each side. If that doesn't make it clear enough to determine which type you have, send me your email address and I will email a picture.

 

[TNhobbyfarmer]

Thanks for the explanation Jason. Apparently I don't have the skidsteer type quick attach. This is the first FEL I have had on a tractor, and I am very staisfied with the quick attach system I have. Are there any advantages to the skidsteer type quick attach system?

 

[8561]

Does anyone know if there is a pallet fork product or adaptor that would allow the use of the forks in the bucket, as well as converting them for use on the three point hitch. I need a set of forks, but for some jobs I need the lift height and not the lift weight that loader mounting would provide, for other jobs, I don't need the lift but I do need the strength the 3 point would provide. Is there any way to do both with a single set of forks? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

 

[stuart]

Yes there is a way to use them as quick attach to a fel and also as a 3 pt hitch attachment. I started with a set of forks and welded hooks to a frame just like the bucket hooks on my fel. Then I welded another set of attachment places for the 3 pt hitch and it works at either location.

 

[Scozz]

I have a home made set of 3pt forks. I can take the entire frame and set it in my FEL. Drilled two holes and bolt it in the bucket with 2 1/2" grade 8 bolts. Moved about 20,000 lbs of slate into a dump truck with it last night. A few of the slabs exceeded 1000 lbs ... worked great ... Scozz

 

[tcbjr]

I have a Bush Hog M446 FEL on my tractor. When I bought the tractor I priced pallet forks. I got sticker shock when the dealer quoted me a price of $1100.00 for the forks. Are there any good after market forks that aren't so pricey? What about those forks I see advertised on TBN that connect to the bucket? What say ye?

we bought pallet forks for an m446 through Maus Implement, Morrilton, AR. The forks were made to Original Equipment Specks by Tri-L Manufacturing Ozark, Mo. the original Bush Hog equipment could not be better quality. Price 995.00 Hope this helps