PT-425 PROS & cons??

[MossRoad]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

Just keep in mind that the thing only has a 15 amp alternator(at least mine does).


35W / 12V = 2.9A X 2 bulbs = about 5.8 Amps
70W / 12V = 5.8A X 2 bulbs = about 11.6 Amps

Couple that with the electric cooling fan, electric solenoid for the PTO, and possibly a rear headlight and we are getting close to leaving little to charge the battery.

I ran 4-35 watt headlights last winter with no problems, but I put a trickle charger on it while it was sleeping, just to keep the battery up.

 

[FOURTEEN]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

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PRO: Man Lift.



Problem: Reaching elevated jobs in a quicker, safer, and more comfortable way! Not moving and raising a heavy awkward extension ladder! Being able to change positions easily, take a selection tools and materials up to the job, and being able to use both hands!



Solution: Use the Grapple Bucket on the PT-425 to reach jobs with a sturdy platform rather than a shaky ladder.
Raise the Grapple Bucket with needed tools inside to the desired level, position the bucket bottom horizontal with the grapple fangs vertical, set the parking brake, and shut off the engine.
Climb into the bucket using a short ladder, or by climbing the forks.
Stand in the bucket using the fangs and fang spreader bar as a reassuring handrail. Attach a safety belt to the fang spreader bar, if wanted!




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Attachment: Fixing the flag pole over my front porch. The PT-425 climbs stairs quite well!!



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[MossRoad]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

As long as someone doesn't hit the joystick... /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

That's a pretty picture. An American tractor and an American flag. Very patriotic, indeed! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

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"" As long as someone doesn't hit the joystick... ""



/forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif I usually carry my pistol with me in the Grapple Bucket - ready to fire a warning shot at anyone who should approach the joystick!!!! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

Here I am in my work clothes!!

Haven't had to fire yet!!!! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



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[Rip]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

Too much clarity can be confusing.....my image of my fellow PTer has now been shattered!

Carry on...

 

[MossRoad]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

Now that's a security system! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[pajoube]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

Who did you train to operate the joy stick to get you lifted?

 

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Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

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"" Who did you train to operate the joy stick to get you lifted? ""


I did it myself!!
"Raise the Grapple Bucket with needed tools inside to the desired level, position the bucket bottom horizontal with the grapple fangs vertical, set the parking brake, and shut off the engine.
Climb into the bucket using a short ladder, or by climbing the forks.
Stand in the bucket using the fangs and fang spreader bar as a reassuring handrail."


In this particular case, I ascended using the yellow half barrel nearly out of sight on the porch, then descended by climbing down the forks.

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[pajoube]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

Was this a short timed project? When shutting down the engine and the lift is under pressure you will experience a slow drop.
I have just completed a project using my 425 with a wooden platform and forks to install sprinkler heads on top of the wall project. This allowed me to be on top of the wall without touching it and still installing the heads. I needed the engine to be running so that the lift arms did not drop me on top of the wall.
PJ

 

[MossRoad]

Re: PT-425 PROS & cons??

I have slow leakdown, too. It takes about a half an hour for the lift arms to go down all the way with the mower deck on them and the engine off. I found this out while washing the tractor. Another reason to never get under an implement. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif The thing leaks down so slow and you are only 4-5 feet up. Probably safer than a step ladder, especially if you have the joystick security system as described above. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif