tooth bar? options pricing questions.

[CBCGC1715]

So i finally got to using my GC1715 digging my drainage ditches. with the standard bucket it works but was wondering what the difference would have been with a tooth bar or tooth bucket.

Do you use one?
Will it make a difference.
how much money did you spend?

I ask this because I am a welder fabricator at heart and that is my occupation. I don't want to spend money if not needed. I could make one if it makes sense.

 

[CADplans]

I have a CAT Half Arrow add-on tooth bar

159-: Toothbar Assembly (Half Arrow) (72") | Cat(R) Parts Store

It is called a Half Arrow Tooth Bar because the tooth cross section looks like half of an arrow head,,

My tractor digs 5X better with the tooth bar,,,

DO NOT look up the price of that tooth bar,,unless you are sitting down!! :laughing:

 

[nybirdman]

Tooth-bars make a big difference when digging.I never take mine off;bolted on and can be removed tho.
The difference is like a flat bladed shovel compared to a round point.
Forget what I paid but around $150 or so.

 

[3gunr]

I have tooth bars on three tractors and never take them off. THeY ARE WELL WORTH THE MONEY.

 

[/pine]

If you're used to back-dragging with the cutting edge a tooth bar will not leave a smooth finish...most just use the heel of the bucket to back drag and leave the tooth bar on instead of removing...

 

[Oldoak]

Like others have stated, a tooth bar will make a big difference when digging. Money well spent.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Yep, made a BIG difference on my little SCUT !

 

[mopardude318]

Yep. I have a Construction Attachments tooth bar on my 72” HD round back bucket. Think it was $675 or so. I’ve never taken it off, it helps tremendously when digging. Very happy with it.

 

[GC1710]

Bxpanded piranha bar is amazing...I have put it through **** and it can cut small roots like a champ.

 

[Snobdds]

Put this one the 1710 a few weeks ago, need it to dry out a bit before I try it out. 150 in parts...