rockmonton
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- Nov 7, 2021
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- Tractor
- International B414
So, recently had a massive water break and my driveway is only starting to dry out. Unfortunately I'm too cheap to get in a proper packer and get everything back into place, and digging/bringing in new fill was a very large quote (13' deep, all wet clay). Dumped two semi loads of proper fill around the pipes though.
Leads me to the question. As terrible of an idea as it is, would it be reasonable to convert my single acting loader to dual acting for some down pressure?
I have some cylinders from an old auction pull that'll fit without modification, my hydraulic block will convert to da very easily with parts on hand, I have hoses and fittings to cobble it together. Only thing I'd add is a diverter valve to let it float and act like an sa cylinder when needed.
I'm thinking that aside from maybe adding a few attachment points to the frame, I should proactively add some bracing as pictured? This tractor really is used to push snow around town, spread gravel, and rototill. Nothing special, and I've got pretty good access to a shop with a mill/lathe/etc and plenty of scrap.
Thoughts?
Leads me to the question. As terrible of an idea as it is, would it be reasonable to convert my single acting loader to dual acting for some down pressure?
I have some cylinders from an old auction pull that'll fit without modification, my hydraulic block will convert to da very easily with parts on hand, I have hoses and fittings to cobble it together. Only thing I'd add is a diverter valve to let it float and act like an sa cylinder when needed.
I'm thinking that aside from maybe adding a few attachment points to the frame, I should proactively add some bracing as pictured? This tractor really is used to push snow around town, spread gravel, and rototill. Nothing special, and I've got pretty good access to a shop with a mill/lathe/etc and plenty of scrap.
Thoughts?