The right way to install a thumb on a BX24

[MessickFarmEqu]

We decided to start stocking the Wallenstein for the BX24's. We specificly wanted to come up with some best practices for installation since many of you have been having problems with bolt on thumbs. We found two things that where easy solutions to the problem. 1st - Weld it! Its easy to run a bead at the joint between the thumb and boom. Just use lower power, the boom is not nearly as thick as the thumb. 2nd - Flip the bucket cylinder. Several people have noted that if the bolts slip the thumb gets pushed into the right angle hydraulic fitting. You can prevent this by flipping the hydraulic cylinder so the hose angles out away from the thumb brackets. These will be available on our website shortly.

 

[Ductape]

Are these available for the Woods BH6000? If so, any similar problems?

 

[KeithInSpace]

I bought one for my BH6000 and it does not fit. I haven't worked out how to fix it yet. I was in contact with the manufaturer, but have been SWFUL about following up. Been really busy.

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

They do say it fits the BH6000. Infact I saw a picture of one mounted. Funny if yours does not fit.

 

[KeithInSpace]

Mine was an early model. I need to re-engage them, it seems.

 

[tommu56]

What about a piece of 1/2 key stock welded behind the last bolt on top of boom then it still can come off if needed?

tom

 

[Skyco]

What about a piece of 1/2 key stock welded behind the last bolt on top of boom then it still can come off if needed?

tom

That is exactly what I did on my homemade thumb. Personally I would never weld the thumb plates on themselves...but that is just me

 

[Volfandt]

I just followed the instructions. Works good, lasts a long time

 

[Ken_CT]

Volfandt, it looks like you have the same setup as me. I don't mean to be a wiseguy, but why would someone buy a thumb that needs modification to work properly without damaging something, when you can buy the Bro-Tek thumb that works properly to begin with?

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

when you can buy the Bro-Tek thumb that works properly to begin with?

People reporting problems with the Bro-Tek thumb is what led us to do this in the first place.