Post by: JR on December 08, 2019, 09:47:31 PM
So I wasn't really looking but was in the market for another bucket and came across this Gehl skid steer about 2 miles from me. 80hp Duetz turbo diesel, runs great.
Just 1450hrs and except for paint, seat and tires it was a nice looking machine. Plus it has a nice toothed bucket for al the digging coming up. Plus the zero turn will come in handy with many things (finding that a challenge with the Kubota)
Supposed to pick up Monday, but my leave there until I get new tires for it. Rears aren't bad, front terrible. Foam filled but doubt I need that were I am. I can get (4) 12-16.5 tires for under $600 shipped but may get with rims as a swap nearby for a few hundred more. Plus cutting the foam tires off does not thrill me.
Besides that a good service (oil never changed, says 05' on Hyd filter) and clean up the wiring which works fine, but some hanging.
New seat (thinking suspension) and LED lights front rear with BU Camera.
Now onto a few pics for the name that pup fun. Base for the paint will be tan to blend with where is going with a thin blue line some (suggested and I like!)
Post by: Bigdave_185 on December 08, 2019, 10:27:51 PM
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Post by: Flyin6 on December 09, 2019, 10:32:37 AM
And, I think I'd agree with the suggestion for tracks, considerin' you are buildin' in a big sand trap.
My name suggestion remains, "CHIPS" California Highway industrial patrol shooters, or something like that
Ya I know you were not a state police guy, but a county deputy, but the name goes back to police in the california. Anyway, that's my suggestion.
Post by: JR on December 09, 2019, 01:11:15 PM
If the tires are foam filled you run them until they are slicks then toss the rim and all. Anyway thats what the guys around here do.
Thought they recycled the foam so there is less waist/fill?
Looking at tires with wheels, didn't savor cutting old tire off.
Pretty sure just going with air tires and puncture sealant for my needs.
Post by: Farmer Jon on December 09, 2019, 08:43:36 PM
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Post by: Flyin6 on December 10, 2019, 09:25:48 AM
Could go with a friendly guy name, like joe
Then you could say, "Wait a minute, let me go get joe"
The rest of us would wonder if you were going for quoffee, some guy named joe, or the skidder
See how that works?
Post by: JR on December 10, 2019, 12:01:57 PM
Any more?
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Post by: JR on December 10, 2019, 02:57:50 PM
For nostalgic sake... how about "ole yeller"
It won't be long...……..
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Post by: EL TATE on December 10, 2019, 04:35:42 PM
I like scoops
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I 2nd "Scoops"
Post by: Bigdave_185 on December 10, 2019, 05:51:48 PM
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Post by: TexasRedNeck on December 10, 2019, 07:02:14 PM
So I’d be likely to use “piggy” “donut” 10-16, code 3, BOLO, DID etc
Or something like Scooby....
Random thoughts at the end of a long day
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Post by: Bigdave_185 on December 10, 2019, 09:05:47 PM
None of my vehicles have a name.
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Post by: JR on December 10, 2019, 09:34:57 PM
Ordered tires today and industrial stop leak. Soon as I get it here will start on the tires.
Post by: stlaser on December 11, 2019, 12:32:00 AM
My old red dog on the other hand has about six different names depending on her attitude or lack there of at that particular moment.
Post by: JR on December 11, 2019, 02:18:51 AM
Basically a brand I have heard of and the deepest tread.
Looking at this base and still working on the seat. Figure between this and aired tires it should be easier on my old back.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B06X9CBQ5V/?coliid=I3QACS30M4LRWG&colid=1Z3GNP120A3PC&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Post by: TexasRedNeck on December 11, 2019, 03:38:30 AM
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Post by: Bigdave_185 on December 11, 2019, 11:02:49 AM
For Jrs next trick will be !
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Post by: JR on December 11, 2019, 11:54:09 AM
Sounds like a plan. Can’t wait to see it in action
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Me too, still sitting at the guys house. Raining here and don't want to drive it over.
Wow, I've seen the guys on 2 wheels, but not that.
Post by: Flyin6 on December 11, 2019, 06:52:18 PM
How 'bout Deputy Dug? ;-)It would be cool, and I like it, but probably needs to be one syllable
Something like "Dug" with a stenciled name, Deputy Dug on the backside might work...
Post by: JR on December 11, 2019, 08:45:15 PM
Got a bud who works Const and we ran over and brought it home today. Ran great but controls need tweaking. Held full left and had to steer with right for any speed and the darn flat spot on the left front was interesting.
Needs lights and a BU camera. Well monitor as I have several cameras.
Raising the seat will be great as I am a little cramped in there and a little susp will help too. Now I can lift the cab and see the pattern.
No tires until next week, so I have a week to get these off the rims.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on December 11, 2019, 08:57:56 PM
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Neighbors have to love you
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One said I was out of control today,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Post by: JR on December 12, 2019, 02:39:18 PM
Biggest thing is the service, tires and seat. Like to run hyd lines on the boom too.
I like ""Dug", think that'll work fine.
Post by: JR on December 12, 2019, 03:45:44 PM
Found out it is a 1998 model, made from 99-04 from other info.
Post by: JR on December 13, 2019, 10:27:23 PM
Used the sawsall on one tire seeing what I am in for with changing these tires that will be here Monday.
Surprised it seems to cut like butter. Even using the 20v I cut around about 1/2 the center in about 5 minutes.
Post by: JR on December 14, 2019, 10:31:20 PM
Need new struts for the cab lift and engine cover, but so far the AVM numbers don't crossover from my searches.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on December 15, 2019, 07:28:20 AM
Any more progress getting the old ones off?
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Post by: Flyin6 on December 15, 2019, 09:39:27 AM
I guess it depends on what surface you use them on
The tracks on my machine are getting chewed up...But my babying my equipment, I can't see why :shocked:
Post by: KensAuto on December 15, 2019, 09:54:21 AM
Good looking tires. Let’s hope they last more than 1400 hours.Maybe it was used by an asphalt paving company, on asphalt.
Any more progress getting the old ones off?
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..or, like a lot of equipment around here, the hours aren't accurate because of tampering.
(I just described my mini x with a worn out bucket at 1800 hrs)
Post by: stlaser on December 15, 2019, 02:06:09 PM
Post by: JR on December 15, 2019, 09:28:09 PM
How are the pins and bushings on it JR?
So far they look OK. Needs a good lube for sure.
Raised the cab and its a little messier on the left drive motor than is normal. Hopefully just a hose end, needs a few replaced anyway.
Got the Dmax going so have some time for it now.
Post by: JR on December 19, 2019, 10:38:37 PM
All the tires came in but the mounting past is missing. Said it was delivered yesterday but not here or the neighbors.
Then as I am typing this I get a knock from a guy 8 house down where it as delivered, not the first time as his house number and mine share numbers in a diff order.
Got the first tire off tonight, not bad at all really. The 20v sawsall did OK, but broke out the 110v Craftsman and boom, 5 minutes and it was off, another 5 for the foam donut (heavy cuss).Cut around the center, just off each bead and that was it. Using the new Diablo Carbide blades, worth every penny!
New tires bars worked great, didn't even need any jiz on them (not much left really). What got me is they were like soft rubber with no cords at all.
Spent another 1/2hr or so scaping the foam off the rim, then wire brushed it all. Threw a coat of rustolium on the bead area for mounting tomorrow.
Post by: JR on December 19, 2019, 10:40:34 PM
Post by: KensAuto on December 20, 2019, 09:55:10 AM
Didn't you say it wasn't that bad? Looks pretty horrible to me!
Post by: JR on December 20, 2019, 01:14:27 PM
With that foam the tires are heavy though.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on December 20, 2019, 04:28:44 PM
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Post by: JR on December 22, 2019, 12:22:35 AM
What did new wheels cost? Was it worth the bending over?
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About the best I found was $110 each, so for an hour of labor I am good. Believe me, I thought that way too.
Post by: JR on December 22, 2019, 12:44:01 AM
Still needs some TLC and some wires cleaned up. Biggest thing there is an little elec. box hanging loose that controls the hydraulic mixes. Think I have it figured out, but here is a pic. Think it mounts to those holes under the seat.
Still trying to match the color for the paint. Nothing in cans, khaki is close though for now. 1st rim is painted and had to buy new valves since the pack I got are MIA.
Next is I want to mount a tow ring on the back. Thinking about just a good ol weld on D ring or an eye for a D ring. What do you guys think?
Gas struts are needed too. Rear is easy to lift but would be nice if it stayed up. Just a 12" ram with 5/16 ball ends, but the factory AVM numbers don't interchange.
Cab struts are gone too. I can lift it, but it is like doing a free press. They are AVM numbers too, but probably run $100 each.
Just ordered light bar for the front and LED bulbs for the rear. Seat came in, but the suspension base is still shipping.
Post by: KensAuto on December 22, 2019, 08:36:49 AM
https://www.dropbox.com/s/5xzh2mb1dw4bubh/SAUniversalSpecGuide.pdf?dl=0
Post by: JR on December 22, 2019, 12:49:10 PM
Raining again,,,,,,,,,,
Post by: JR on December 22, 2019, 10:09:50 PM
Got a parts book of the internet, answers a few things.
Mounted up the first tire. Wasn't terrible and remembered a few things.
Cold tires are hard to mount and these have a stiff as crud sidewall (good for sealing though). Don't skimp on the lube and I need a better bucket for mounting.
Post by: JR on December 23, 2019, 03:23:03 PM
Selling the other bucket I picked up would almost pay for it and I have lots off brush to clear and they are anal about fire clearance at the ridge.
https://www.palletforks.com/skid-steers/grapples-and-rakes/bolt-on-grapples/48-inch-60-inch-bolt-on-bucket-grapple-attachment/111307.html?lang=default
Post by: JR on December 24, 2019, 03:37:21 PM
Changed the hydo oil yesterday, made a huge mess but was on dirt and had lots of kitty litter,,,,,,,
Oil looked bad, flushed out best I could with fuel. Got all these filters for the price of 2 at napa from fleetfilter.
Doesn't look bad inside for 21 years old, but did need a good cleaning.
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Post by: JR on December 24, 2019, 04:15:53 PM
What brand light bar are you buyin on amazon?
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Was MOSO 2 row, 240watts, never heard of them but good reviews and under $40. JDMs for the rear factory bulbs, going to add floods on the posts.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FF2QX9L/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The SMILE link is for the Fisher House, always use it.
Post by: KensAuto on December 24, 2019, 10:50:30 PM
Matt just posted a video using one to rip out brush.
https://youtu.be/vT42DQFXjyI
https://youtu.be/n8HZPq6xhYM
Post by: JR on December 24, 2019, 11:54:38 PM
Just watched him do a cylinder head.
2nd tire came off in 5 minutes, foam is being a pain and cutting off now.
Oh, no new rims out there for this model unless I use spacers.
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Post by: JR on December 25, 2019, 02:17:00 PM
I have lots of brush and junipers for the pad, no logs. Maybe the toothed bucket alone will scrape them out good enough to pile.
Post by: JR on December 25, 2019, 02:18:19 PM
Haven't seen anyone use a bolt on grapple but seen a few (on utube) with a whole grapple bucket. Andrew Camarata uses the heck out of his.
Matt just posted a video using one to rip out brush.
https://youtu.be/vT42DQFXjyI
https://youtu.be/n8HZPq6xhYM
He's got a new video out with pan/tilt, kinda cool.
https://youtu.be/dU7VEVp-DiE
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Post by: JR on December 26, 2019, 11:03:35 PM
Had to cut all the foam off this one piece by piece. Tire was the easy part!
Post by: oklawall on December 27, 2019, 09:37:42 AM
From here the left side of the rim is bent to heck. Will the tire seat on the bead or is it just a bad angle of the picture and all is good?
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Post by: JR on December 30, 2019, 05:31:37 PM
Found I could have gotten the same tires and rims, mounted up for around $100 more. Would have been more than worth it.
New rims have 1/2 more offset which will be fine.
While I wait for them, got lights and the new seat to mount. Clean it up some more and paint if the rain stays away.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on December 30, 2019, 07:08:35 PM
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Post by: JR on December 30, 2019, 07:42:18 PM
Story of my life too JR. I always find the right deal after the fact.
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I hear that. Little time lost is all.
Got a Bluetooth/usb player for it too. Magnetic mounting so can us it with both tractors and in the container.
Just need a butt warmer if it stays cold. No volt gauge so
Post by: JR on January 01, 2020, 10:46:30 PM
Front is on blocks to drain/refill the chain oil so only lifting the back. Of course that is where the engine and all the fluids are on the 7k machine.
Ran down to HF and got the 4ton Daytona Floor jack which will end up at the Ridge.
Always seems to be the one not on sale I need or no coupon like several of the 3 tons.
Post by: Bob Smith on January 01, 2020, 11:16:57 PM
Post by: Bear9350 on January 02, 2020, 08:07:29 AM
Putting the thing up on blocks and the 2ton jack wouldn't cut it. Relief valves said no.
Front is on blocks to drain/refill the chain oil so only lifting the back. Of course that is where the engine and all the fluids are on the 7k machine.
Ran down to HF and got the 4ton Daytona Floor jack which will end up at the Ridge.
Always seems to be the one not on sale I need or no coupon like several of the 3 tons.
There should have been a 25% off one item coupon you could have capitalized on yesterday. I just purchased a new 3500 lb winch for the atv Tuesday. The first one worked for 5 years of snow plowing before it failed. After the tear down I am wondering if my install may have been the root cause of failure. If I can get another 5 years out of the next one I will be happy.
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Post by: JR on January 03, 2020, 02:03:12 PM
So after some research, looking local and all I went this this; https://www.skidsteerattachmentdepot.com/product/66-light-duty-rock-bucket-grapple-teeth/
So I sell the 72" bucket I have (going for 1K local on CL) and it costs me about the same.
I do plan on a few mods, like a step grate, maybe doubling the tines and doubling the teeth.
Post by: Flyin6 on January 03, 2020, 08:45:42 PM
So waiting for the wheels I was throwing around the idea of the grapple and rock bucket. With the time and $4-500 it would run for parts, I decided to just go new.I have the heavy duty version of that, works fine
So after some research, looking local and all I went this this; https://www.skidsteerattachmentdepot.com/product/66-light-duty-rock-bucket-grapple-teeth/
So I sell the 72" bucket I have (going for 1K local on CL) and it costs me about the same.
I do plan on a few mods, like a step grate, maybe doubling the tines and doubling the teeth.
Do not sell your standard bucket, you will need it (a lot!)
Post by: JR on January 03, 2020, 10:04:58 PM
Have the Box blade, forks and the thumb on the backhoe. Maybe a crane attachment later and a drag of some type.
Post by: JR on January 06, 2020, 01:29:43 AM
Got it all lubed up and replaced a couple grease fittings. Nothing took what I would say was crazy amounts of grease, some still pushed out the old.
Trying to clean up this mess of wiring now, showed earlier too. Only real electronics on it for the AUX and balancing the bucket.
Got the old seat out too.
Post by: JR on January 06, 2020, 01:32:45 AM
Dropped the rear inspection plate, what a mess. Good 2 inches of goo there. Both it and the front will get a drain hole.
Post by: JR on January 08, 2020, 10:43:36 PM
These rims are a bit lighter, but have the valve guard. You can also see the rim guard on these tires.
Plan on letting them sit for a week filled up then add the leak stop.
Post by: stlaser on January 09, 2020, 06:51:44 AM
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Post by: stlaser on January 09, 2020, 09:37:17 AM
That reminds me I need to weld on some valve protectors for my front tires on the kubota
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And a life preserver mount..... :evil:
Post by: JR on January 09, 2020, 11:58:06 AM
That reminds me I need to weld on some valve protectors for my front tires on the kubota
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Old rim didn't need it as the valve was set back. Would have been harder to pop the bead on that too.
Post by: JR on January 14, 2020, 10:16:20 PM
With that done I and the skid plates off I got to blowing it out. After a few minutes I have come to the conclusion this thing has been in a flood of some type. There is just to much in there and packed in for it to just end up as it is. Don't think it really poses and issue, just a bare to clean out!
The seat platform needs a drain, water just sits there during cleaning. Going to pull the insulation pads before the seat goes in so they get a good cleaning.
Need to figure something out for this switch. Wires were cut off and taped. This would be a momentary switch, there is a dup on the panel that is not momentary for constant run items.
I wouldn't mind changing to all hand controls, but not sure if that's even possible yet.
Post by: JR on January 19, 2020, 05:29:14 PM
Welds are not what I call great, but overall fair.
Needs a couple spacers where the rams attach, less slop, less wear.
Also got another set of weld on teeth to match what are on it. These look way to far apart for picking up brush, so we will see.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on January 19, 2020, 08:38:51 PM
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Post by: JR on January 20, 2020, 10:54:29 PM
Replaced the drain bolts funky rubber seal with good ol copper.
Check out the view underneath, this is after a couple hours with a pressure washer from the top. SO much more to get out. Going to do it on the street using the curb and blocks.
Post by: Flyin6 on January 21, 2020, 10:30:42 AM
Wanna help me on the one under my Kobelco?
Post by: JR on January 21, 2020, 12:33:59 PM
Yea, belly pans are no fun!
Wanna help me on the one under my Kobelco?
Bet your clearance in better than 8". But if I was there, yes.
Post by: Flyin6 on January 21, 2020, 12:48:56 PM
Yea, have a couple/three feet under that big dog!Yea, belly pans are no fun!
Wanna help me on the one under my Kobelco?
Bet your clearance in better than 8". But if I was there, yes.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on January 21, 2020, 12:50:26 PM
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Post by: JR on January 21, 2020, 05:51:59 PM
Could you drive yours up on some railroad ties Jr?
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Got it blocked level now for service, will do so at the ridge
Post by: JR on January 27, 2020, 02:10:09 PM
Quick coat of flat on the inside and outside scuffed for paint.
Post by: JR on January 27, 2020, 02:13:34 PM
Inside of Dugs frame after spending hours blowing it out. This will need treating for sure and a couple drain holes up front.
Post by: KensAuto on January 27, 2020, 09:56:44 PM
Post by: stlaser on January 27, 2020, 10:39:57 PM
But yeah the lack of quality is hard to miss and not machining that hole and pressing in a bushing saved how much? Any grease zerks, maybe I missed those too?
Was the piece heavily discounted?
Post by: JR on January 28, 2020, 12:20:04 AM
Going to clean those up and add a bushing to both sides, then a zerk. Figure that will double the surface and take out the slop. Was just going to do washers, but not after seeing this.
I can always do real bushing later after I see how it holds up. Another set of teeth to weld on too.
Post by: JR on January 28, 2020, 11:35:11 PM
Main pivot looks OK for now, but it may get the same later.
Post by: JR on January 29, 2020, 11:05:48 PM
Sprayed it with a HF HVLP and it worked great. No showroom quality for sure (went on to heavy) but for a tractor, fine.
Post by: Flyin6 on January 30, 2020, 09:42:05 AM
Cool
Thin blue line...
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Post by: JR on January 30, 2020, 11:36:33 AM
Heading up to the prop this weekend, been a month now with holidays. It should go up in a couple weeks.
Post by: Farmer Jon on January 30, 2020, 01:55:56 PM
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Post by: JR on February 23, 2020, 10:57:01 PM
Had a cracked weld on the bucket, cleaned that up. Looked for hooks to place on the bucket, MIA for now. (messy garage)
Since it is running though I used it to move both my LS motor and the air comp to the side of the house.
Post by: JR on February 24, 2020, 05:45:30 PM
Got new lexan up on the roof today, old was nasty. Used silicon vs the 3M tape they had, way cheaper and could adjust for a few seconds.
Doing some work on the bucket too. Got in new teeth as these are all diff lengths, namely end ones are used pretty much up.
Question on the quick release teeth though. I believe mine are installed backwards. Shouldn't tapered side go the other way? This way gives no give to the mount at all.
Post by: KensAuto on February 24, 2020, 08:48:18 PM
Post by: JR on February 24, 2020, 09:06:05 PM
One more job,,,,,,,,,,,,
Post by: JR on February 25, 2020, 09:35:30 PM
Replaced the out teeth on the bucket, insides were still pretty good.
Rear panel back on, just needs a little paint.
"Skylight" came out good.
Post by: JR on February 27, 2020, 10:31:30 PM
Finally got the rest of the sludge out of the bottom. Just need to get some converter in there.
Little more painting and wiring/electrical.
Trying to get it up to the prop this weekend. Going to take the claw up too as is. Just going to shim the rams and see how it goes. Should fit in the bucket, 1 inch less than the bucket.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on February 28, 2020, 12:53:22 AM
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Post by: JR on February 28, 2020, 05:11:31 AM
It looks like you did an amazing job on that motor bay!!
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Thx, I was under it wish a washer getting the last of the crud out.
Post by: JR on February 28, 2020, 07:55:54 PM
Added a simple mount on the back, hooks and a loop to the bucket and 80 watt LEDs to the back.
Post by: KensAuto on February 28, 2020, 11:22:32 PM
That thing looks like it has better rear visibility than most of the other brands currently offered.
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Post by: JR on March 02, 2020, 09:48:02 PM
Tested the couplers for the claw, all is good.
My last 3 point bracket is supposed to be in later this week after over a month looking for it.
Post by: JR on March 04, 2020, 10:03:42 PM
4 new hoses were over $200, but I got adapters to -8an and can use generic hoses now. Also had to knock loose the ram pin and shave an old wrench to fit.
Put new covers on the hoses and got it buttoned up. Now the right bucket ram leaks :rolleyes: Not terrible but it runs out the seal.
Adding a main 12v shut off. Now just have to wire the rocker for the 3rd function.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on March 05, 2020, 12:26:48 AM
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Post by: Sammconn on March 05, 2020, 03:18:11 PM
Technically the back cover will keep you from going over backwards as long as no load in the bucket.
The forks will right you from certain positions. But not on you side...
Intelligence comes from experience.
Experience comes from mitsakes.
Mistakes come from not knowing better.
...or hold my beer moments.
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Post by: Sammconn on March 05, 2020, 09:10:04 PM
:evil:
Post by: JR on March 05, 2020, 09:48:54 PM
Intelligence comes from experience.
Experience comes from mitsakes.
Mistakes come from not knowing better.
...or hold my beer moments.
I like that, beer moments,,,,,,,,,,
Post by: JR on March 05, 2020, 09:58:30 PM
Battery hold down made from a little angle and an inner tube.
Downhill run now, just a couple accs., lights and some more paint.
Post by: JR on March 06, 2020, 01:50:50 AM
Claw still needs spacers and teeth welded on. Plus loading it into the regular bucket for the trip.
Dug needs a little more paint and the lights, 3rd control hooked up.
Getting the old switch out is proving tuff. Looks like they filled the cavity with epoxy.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on March 06, 2020, 08:44:14 AM
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Post by: JR on March 07, 2020, 03:48:03 AM
Got the switch box cleaned out, but not sure about the wires, but I have a rocker on the panel that does it too.
Looks like normal inside now, cept the switch. New anti skid, light bar and little things.
Post by: JR on March 07, 2020, 03:51:59 AM
Had to sling it from the 1101 and figure a way to mount for the trip, came up with this.
While there is was easy to add a few more teeth to the claws. Those should eat brush really well. Only needed 5.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on March 07, 2020, 08:45:05 PM
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Post by: JR on March 07, 2020, 10:46:03 PM
Pulled it off the trailer and it was stuck, all 4 spinning in the dirt.
What the heck7
Somehow the spare rolled out and high centered me.
Post by: KensAuto on March 07, 2020, 11:16:16 PM
Know anyone with a skid steer that could help you out?
Post by: Flyin6 on March 08, 2020, 10:37:14 AM
I know how that has to feel
I'm thinking you will need a tracked machine
Now that Dug is all purdied up you can sell it and double your money, then go for something with a lot of weight and as much HP as you can find/afford.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on March 08, 2020, 11:21:12 AM
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Post by: JR on March 08, 2020, 11:37:58 AM
Gets around good.learning curve on foot control's, keep wanting to use hands.
Toothed bucket is nice but still struggles a little. I am in the worse spot though cutting last 50ft road into hillside.
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Post by: Flyin6 on March 09, 2020, 10:22:40 AM
Color blends well.Yes it does!
Post by: JR on March 09, 2020, 11:04:49 AM
And total investment to date Jr?
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Little over 10k with the tires and wheels. Not including attachments. Ram has stopped leaking for now, but will source a couple kits since I saw a seal coming out.
That brings up an issue though. No hyd control to the claw cept open, need to figure that out.
Post by: JR on March 22, 2020, 04:13:57 PM
It can't handle the rock up there digging, so I put the backhoe back onto the Kub.
Guess I lost the lexan up top on the trip up. Silicon did not hold it like the tape.
Even though the seat is new, it is not tall enough. Back is not happy at all and I get stiff using the foot controls.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on March 22, 2020, 04:42:00 PM
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Post by: JR on April 03, 2020, 01:51:41 AM
Going up this weekend, hope the weather holds. I need my front hyd working so I got a few switches to try (2 push and 1 toggle) D/L the sheet showing how to adjust the little box that controls it, just 3 wires in the handle. Long as I don't burn anything up, should be good.
I'd like to add front hyd to the Kub also. Looks like the main block is easy to get too. Heck add it to the rear to for other stuff!
Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 03, 2020, 08:49:50 AM
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Post by: JR on April 10, 2020, 02:16:41 AM
Needs a seatbelt too. Was a really wide one on it but it was toast. I feel like I am sliding off the seat as I use the foot peddles and can't steady myself.
Neither is a real pricey item, but I need the right ones.
Still haven't fixed the front aux hydro.
Post by: stlaser on April 10, 2020, 07:44:04 AM
Post by: JR on April 10, 2020, 01:58:43 PM
I have this, just 14" for the back rest.
Looking at this which is 3-4" taller and has some side support.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on April 10, 2020, 07:35:08 PM
Or this
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Post by: JR on April 10, 2020, 10:07:12 PM
Yeah. But you could nap there too
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I do that anyway,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Post by: JR on April 21, 2020, 04:24:48 PM
Also looking at OTT tracks. It has great traction, but digs in way to much and I almost went over this last week on a soft berm and much of the area I am working now is a wash area and very soft. Plus with snow and rain they would be great.
2 options I am looking at are the Eel River Tracks, about $1500 with shipping and tax. https://youtu.be/HG4msYxMJdQ
Or these that uses AR400 link and are about the same price; https://www.ebay.com/itm/Skid-Steer-Loader-Over-Tire-Steel-Tracks-OTT-12x16-5-Tires-Standard-Link/303163987035
Most others seem to be in the $3000 range even used with shipping.
Post by: JR on May 05, 2020, 02:05:57 AM
Was a long haul home. After the DMax tire issue it was almost 10 when I started loading. Really wasn't bad, but it caught a pad and kept sliding off center. Ended up loaded about 1ft to far forward because of the claw, so I cranked up the pressure to max. Dmax was sitting about 2in lower in the back than normal. You could feel it pushing a little, but not enough to cause a problem. Got 14mpg on the way home. Not great but with the hills and sail back there is was OK.
When it was loaded I dropped the key and it went into the frame. Couldn't find the spare so figured to hot wire and get another key when I get home. Hot wired easy, then found the key under a tire. Guess those holes I drilled paid off but there is a lot of crud down there already!.
Also added some new tie down loops before I left. Just 5/8 eyes with long nuts welded to the frame. Also added some angle to the tire mount so it rides on the sidewall better.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on May 05, 2020, 07:30:11 AM
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Post by: JR on May 10, 2020, 03:07:35 PM
Figured out the front hydro I think, will know later today.
Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 05:39:55 PM
I will do a little more research but I don't see the need for the setup they have. Basically a servo pulls/pushes the hydro valve. This goes through about 15ft of wire and a little control box and plugs. Doesn't seem to adjust anything, but lights up nice when I pull/plug the fuse.
Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 05:50:52 PM
So basically it has 2 rockers, one on the panel for cont. flow and a momentary on the handle for use with claws and such.
I am thinking I could replace their over thought system with a solenoid setup. The valve needs to travel about 1/2in in/out to work. No real partial flow needed. It already has an arm on it for their solenoid and a solid mount pretty close.
So if I can find a HD double throw solenoid that has about 1in travel and returns to center I think that would work.
Either that or replace the Hydro valve with one that has flow solenoids.
What do you guys think, options?
Post by: TexasRedNeck on May 13, 2020, 06:05:54 PM
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Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 06:29:24 PM
I have followed programing for the mixer, but it does nothing. If the solenoid or mixer is bad, just their cost is nuts.
Being 22 years old it is hard to find info on it.
Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 08:19:17 PM
Would seem I could run it with a cable and springs to return to center. Would get me by anyway.
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Post by: stlaser on May 13, 2020, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 10:42:03 PM
I may have missed it.....but why not just take it to somebody who is certified to work on it and have it fixed right the first time and be reliable than spending all of your valuable time trying to bypass stuff?
$$$$$
Post by: JR on May 13, 2020, 10:51:43 PM
Now a little more digging and I pulled the servo motor off. The valve only moves about 1/2 each way, end of arm about 1in. It is spring loaded pretty well and returns to center easily.
Without hacking things up until I figure this out it could be as simple as a rod run forward to the cab area. It would come out right about where the throttle is and right joy stick. Connect a small handle to it or pivot. This may work so I can get it back on the job.
The more I read about these the better I would have liked T handle controls. The foot controls can be a pain getting in/out. I can live with it though now. May look for some used parts for that later.
Post by: JR on May 14, 2020, 09:55:00 PM
Another option is adding a linear solenoid to use the switches on the tractor as they are. (looking at solenoids now)
Other option is just a rod that would come out near the right hand lever down by the throttle. (Easiest)
If I used a cable, I could run it up the control handle near the grip.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on May 15, 2020, 09:24:55 AM
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Post by: JR on May 16, 2020, 12:46:01 AM
Maybe an atv throttle?
Post by: JR on May 18, 2020, 11:22:06 PM
I am having no luck, but it has to be out there.
Post by: dave945 on May 19, 2020, 08:58:47 PM
https://www.e-motioninc.com/Push_Pull_Solenoid_12VDC_1_Travel_p/pps-1-10-12v.htm
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Post by: JR on May 19, 2020, 10:36:56 PM
Not that it is out of the realm, but would like to do it with 1.
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Post by: JR on May 24, 2020, 03:15:45 PM
Use a 12v pump/tank and two 12v air solenoids. 100psi with a 2-3 inch ram should do it. Same switches and mounts could be used too.
Just a quick search and I found this;
Post by: JR on May 26, 2020, 08:58:35 PM
Pricing out the stock parts that I am not sure if they work was around $800. This could be the future, or air, but here is the route now.
Decided to go mechanical. Seemed easy, run a rod from the hydr valve to the cab and be done. First I removed all the stock parts to clear up the area.
Post by: JR on May 26, 2020, 09:01:41 PM
Drilled a couple holes and the rod was in the cab. Even missed all the other parts in the way. Figured an end on it and done. Well no go. Was to low to work. It worked but down where it was it could not be moved with normal arms and joints, just to low.
Post by: JR on May 26, 2020, 09:08:31 PM
I check for cab clearance, made the arm about the same length, laid it over to clear the cab and it looked OK. Was a little harder to move when positioned below so I thought another arm up top would do the trick.
Using the same rod/heim I was able to run it almost straight into the cab, next to the right joystick. Seemed good but how to move it from up top or close to it. So using bolts for the throttle I mounted a small piece of angle and put a bend in the rod. I used a 16in piece of 1x1/8 bar and drilled a pivot and hole for the rod. The angle held the rod into the bar, but I still drilled it for a cotter pin. Got a shouldered bolt for the pivot and spaced it all with washers.
Seemed to work OK and I bent over the bar just below the grip so it could be found easy. Tore it down, gave it a coat of black and bolted in. Works pretty good with just a little slop. Returns to center and I have enough reach to get to and the longer gives me the leverage it needed.
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Post by: JR on May 27, 2020, 02:23:56 AM
It worked great. Handle seems just about right and pull to close, etc.
In fact the rosemary out front lasted about 10 minutes. Spent more time cleaning up than tearing it up.
Post by: TexasRedNeck on May 27, 2020, 06:50:55 AM
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Post by: JR on May 28, 2020, 05:55:09 PM
Going to do a simple pie cut and move the pinch closer to the blade edge, say 1-2 inches. Made up a template, figured my pie size and time for the plasma,,,,
Post by: JR on May 29, 2020, 03:13:19 AM
Post by: JR on May 29, 2020, 03:21:04 AM
Little cleanup and paint, came out just right. Decided no side plates needed, this works on compression. See how it works if I need to add teeth, but I don't really think so.
Post by: JR on May 29, 2020, 03:25:49 AM
Claw needs a step too. Top plate was maybe 3in and smooth. Had this piece of steel step, made a little brace and done. Posted a better pic!
Post by: JR on May 29, 2020, 08:29:56 AM
Post by: JR on May 31, 2020, 02:48:37 PM
Basically fixed the hanging hoses after a test, worked great!
Post by: JR on October 25, 2023, 11:17:37 PM
Repairing the tilt ram my neigbor popped last year after the "flood". Rear right tire still goes done, but holds a seal so not and issue at all yet. Starts like a champ too.
Ram is apart, cleaned up and just 2 seals to go. Damage was obvious. Couple of burrs on the piston, cleaned it and the rod with 1000 sand paper. (lathes are nice)
38mm nut was a chore, cap was easy (set screw) Should finish it up tomorrow.