Pics of bucket hooks

[jhagerty]

I was asked several days ago by a member if I could post some pics of my bucket hooks, so here they are.

For those interested, in a few days I will post some pics of the toolbox project that I’m just about done with.

Mike

 

[jhagerty]

One more

 

[rdln]

You didnt ask me!!!! /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Thats how I did my tow hooks also 'cept as close to the edge as I could and angle toward the middle more. Started with big washers and bolts and then later welded.

I had the tow hooks already plus I had an abundant supply of new seat belt webbing from work that looped over these better than iit would a grab hook.

 

[_RaT_]

Your missing a lock washer. /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

 

[jhagerty]

Rat,
Very nice catch on the lock washer! I noticed it myself as soon as I took the pics several days ago, it has since been fixed. I found it under the bucket, darn things are slippery!

 

[jmc]

I had some of those on my last tractor and they were handy. Somewhere along the line, I must have side loaded them and it bent the bucket where they were mounted. Maybe it was tying off a central load to both hooks with too short of a "Y". No big deal on that old bucket but It would really show on your new one.

John

 

[SeymourBota]

I used the same type of hook but added two pieces of steel plating on top and inside the bucket to distribute the forces more and not bend the bucket.

 

[Henro]

jhagerty,

Great installation, especially if welding is not an option.

I personally favor grab hooks on the outside ends, and a slip hook in the middle.

What I did was weld a piece of angle on my bucket and then weld the hooks to it. Not practical if one does not have a welder though.

The 2x2x1/4 angle on the top lip adds a lot of strength, and compliments the added strength of the tooth bar on the bottom lip.

I've attached a photo to show what I am referring to. I know I could have stitch welded the angle, but I needed welding practice and it beat welding on scrap for no purpose... /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

PS...this was on my B2910 bucket...but it would work the same on any bucket size...don't have a loader on my BX. /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

 

[Volfandt]

Might as well repost mine too /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif Chainhooks worked for me....

Looks like we're gonna run the gauntlet of styles, types and mounting methods. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

btw, my buzzbox took a dump yrs ago and haven't got around to replaceing it. Seems I continue to find ways around it anymore, but I do plan on getting another stick welder one O' these days.... I do like what a welder brings to the table.

Volfandt

 

[jhagerty]

Thanks Henro,

I’m really interested in learning how to weld and then picking up the equipment. It’s no doubt the best way to go. I just need to find the time

Your set-up looks great! I may also add something in the middle as well.

I definitely see the possibility of bending or distorting the bucket when using hooks so I intend to be very careful, not to mention the tipping factor if you go to heavy.

 

[coveredbridge]

Hey this is great! I ask for the time and you guys build me a clock! /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

Lots of good ideas here. Gives me lots to think about. Thanks /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[DannyD]

If copy catting is flattery then Volfandt be as it is, I took this idea from seeing yours on here, duplicated it as best I can. Paint comes later

 

[DannyD]

closer view of the middle, I really liked this idea.

The outside hooks are held on with grade 5 bolts.

 

[DannyD]

Now to get a chain for them, and the first job for it will be to lift the MMM for cleaning and sharpening the blades. My back will love me for the hooks.

 

[NY_Yankees_Fan]

Will these FEL's ever get dirity??? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

 

[Junkman]

You have to keep in mind that many of the BX owners keep there tractors like they keep there cars. Well waxed and never abused. To me, the tractor is a wheelbarrow with a motor. To others it is a fine piece of landscape steel sculpture that has a utilitarian purpose, burns fossil fuel, consumes synthetic lubricants, spews hydrocarbons and other noxious gasses, and is meant to be pampered..... /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[SCB]

<font color="blue"> Will these FEL's ever get dirity??? </font>

Heck,
I'd be happy if mine still had all it's paint and no dents and dings. I haven't had a clean shiny bucket since day one!

 

[Scrounger]

SymourBota did you weld the extra pieces on steel on or did you just bolt them thru.

 

[Volfandt]

Look'n good DannyD, that middle hook comes in very handy when lifting the MMM.

Heres a pic of the..... hey what's up with the dirt & scratchs in my FEL? Man, gonna have to field day my " fine piece of landscape steel sculpture" now /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Now what did I do with my Chevy orange touchup paint /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Volfandt

 

[SeymourBota]

they are just bolted through- top and bottom.