Three foot wide beds six foot bucket

[rims421]

I knew you guys would have some ideas.
A manure spreader would probably be the perfect solution for spreading the compost.
However I am just getting started and the start up costs are really adding up right now.
I am trying to avoid any more large purchases for a while at least till i start to generate some income. I like the idea of utilizing my existing tractor with some modifications if possible. I have a welder, a work shop, and some time to fabricate something. I really like the idea of the hinged funnel mounted onto the bucket like a grapple. ( great ide DRL) I believe that my bucket holds approx. 1/3 of a yard so 20 yards would be 60 scoops or so.
Since i usualy add compost only once a year that wouldnt be too bad. I have access to some 3/16 ths aluminum that would probably work well for the funnel assembly. What's a ballpark cost of installing a grapple type hinge with a control?
I may use reggiejr's idea this year as the winter is going to be here soon.
It would not be a problem this year but moving forward it would become difficult as the beds are built higher as inputs are added to the raised beds.
Thanks guys for your ideas.

 

[Cantoo]

I paid like $10 for this bucket then modded it with quick attach. Check farm equipment dealers, they might have an old bucket laying around. Compst is light so the length still allows a decent load. Pic is tough to see but bucket is about 36" wide and 40' deep, no idea what it was from.

 

[rims421]

That bucket you found Cantoo would be perfect for what I am trying to do.
I think I will check around some of the tractor yards in the area and see if I can find an old bucket that I could use. With the cost of steel right now it would sure be cheaper to find an old bucket rather than buy new steel and build something from scratch.