Welding Bucket Hooks!

[rimshot]

real nice job, Brian.

I'm in the process of choosing a new small tractor. I just went to the hardware store and picked up a couple of 3/8" grab hooks so that when I make the final choice I plan on handing the dealer that pair of grab hooks and saying,"Weld these on the front bucket and deliver this thing." I see that you have provided one in the middle as well. Now I have to go back to the hardware store and fork over another $3.69 for one in the middle. I hope, for my sake you now have enough. (BIG GRIN)

I have a question for you. Do you think it's necessary to grind the back of the grab hooks flat and remove the hole? I realize it makes for a nice base but if one were to weld on a hook would not the weld fill in any deviation enough to make a substantial point of connection. I can see the obvious case for extra strength but was just wondering if it would be wrong to leave the 3/8 grab hook in it's entirety hold in at the right angle and fasten it by welding a good bead at each contact point?

Good job.

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[KiotiInBlue]

Good job on those hooks, youtube video was pretty cool, too.

 

[edownr]

Another source for weld-on grab hooks, grade 40 and 70 is AWDirect in Berlin, CT. You can order online at AW Direct Towing Recovery Service Vehicle and Wrecker Accessories - 1-800-243-3194 or by phone at 800-828-9678.

They specialize in towing accessories and have many, many items that are hard to find elsewhere.

I am not associated with AWDirect, just a happy customer!

Larry

 

[gemini5362]

Another source for weld-on grab hooks, grade 40 and 70 is AWDirect in Berlin, CT. You can order online at AW Direct Towing Recovery Service Vehicle and Wrecker Accessories - 1-800-243-3194 or by phone at 800-828-9678.

They specialize in towing accessories and have many, many items that are hard to find elsewhere.

I am not associated with AWDirect, just a happy customer!

Larry

Edownr Thank you for this post. I was trying to remember their name. I bought mine at AWDIRECT and I am very satisfied with their prices and their service.

 

[3RRL]

I was just going to post that link to AW Direct but Larry beat me to it. I get most of my towing stuff from them.
I also got a deal on 10 weld on hooks on FleaBay for a fraction of the cost. There are deals to be had, just have to look for them.

 

[tractorboys2]

I was just going to post that link to AW Direct but Larry beat me to it. I get most of my towing stuff from them.
I also got a deal on 10 weld on hooks on FleaBay for a fraction of the cost. There are deals to be had, just have to look for them.

I put on some extra hooks last year. after my double passes i realized they were on backwards oops. still havnt fixed them yet. can i have a few of yours. lol. bill

 

[Sully2]

Edownr Thank you for this post. I was trying to remember their name. I bought mine at AWDIRECT and I am very satisfied with their prices and their service.

And the steel in their weld on hooks is good stuff. No monkeying around grinding hooks to fit flat..etc..etc. Definately a "must have" for a FEL

 

[ray66v]

Not to throw a wet blanket on this whole thread:
I really would like to warn everyone about using welding equipment inside a wooden building within the proximity of exposed wood or other flammable material. I know a lot of people do it. But, no matter how many time its done, it is still not a good idea.
This has been a public service announcement.

 

[xlr82v2]

In keeping with my newly established general policy in my threads...

Safety Patrol is not allowed!!!

That is not to say that Members of the Safety Patrol are not allowed to post or contribute... but you must take off your hat, badge and boots and leave them at the door before you come in. Being a normal everyday person is prerequisite.

(but I'm NOT kidding.)

We are all adults here, and we don't need a bunch of preaching by a bunch of phobic busybodies...

Sorry to be so blunt, but I'm just getting dang tired of it around here...

 

[ray66v]

Sorry , I knew it would not be appreciated by some, but it is due to my experiences. When I see that, it is like seeing some when standing on the tracks with a train approaching and I can't help it.