Carry -All Phase one

[AFChief]

Well, part one of my carry all is complete. CA from TSC. It had some paint chips and scratches so first order was to address this.

Figured since i was going to have to put paint down, i would do the whole thing. cleaned up the surface rust and scuffed up the yellow paint with 60 grit.

Next i spray bombed it with "Kbota Orange" from TSC. Several coats between the rain showers.

Then planked it with treated 2x8 and 2x6's. Was able to mix and match size to ensure coverage and spacing with the pre drilled holes. One except was the bottom plank of the upright section. It was ripped to 4 inches width. Attached with 1/2 in x 2 1/2 inch carriage bolts from the local ACE. I used a flat washer and a lock washer under the nuts.

I originally cut the planks at 5 ft, but it looked to wide for me. I plan on using this in the woods on the paths and as a counterweight for FFL work and didn't want it to be too large swinging around. I settled on 48 inches.

Plan on adding PVC to the back to hold tools and eye bolts for tie downs. I will also add sides eventually.

 

[ctgoldwing]

Nice handy project, well executed!

Use it well

 

[johann]

Really???? A few paint chips and some scratches forced a complete paint job? I think it might have been that it came in the wrong color......Tee! Hee! Hee! I will probably have the same problem when I can finally get one for my self. Paint it when you get it cuz you will never want to stop using it to take it apart for paint later! Looks good, you will get alot of use out of that.

 

[/pine]

If you don't already have a hydraulic top link...you should consider one...it will make a Carry_All a much more versatile implement...

 

[AFChief]

If you don't already have a hydraulic top link...you should consider one...it will make a Carry_All a much more versatile implement...

I'm listening. Anyone put one on their BX?

 

[chrisott]

I'm listening too! I just planked out a TSC CA a month or so ago and have it on my BX24. I was OK with the yellow paint because you can't see my tractor from the road. Chris

 

[Jim in ICT]

At least they're not green!

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Looks nice! :thumbsup: In case anyone hasn't seen my threads and wants to look for ideas:

My Carryall Project

My Carryall Saga...

CountyLine Carryall

 

[iplumb]

Looks good :thumbsup: what tractor are you useing this with? Any photos of it on your tractor?Just trying to figure out how wide I want to go? I'm sure everyone has seen this but lots of good ideas here.:thumbsup: wilsonoutdoors.com - The Ultimate Tractor Carryall Project

 

[AFChief]

Looks good :thumbsup: what tractor are you useing this with? Any photos of it on your tractor?Just trying to figure out how wide I want to go? I'm sure everyone has seen this but lots of good ideas here.:thumbsup: wilsonoutdoors.com - The Ultimate Tractor Carryall Project

BX2360. That wilsonoutdoors vid was my inspiration

 

[iplumb]

BX2360. That wilsonoutdoors vid was my inspiration

How many rattle cans? two

 

[AFChief]

How many rattle cans? two

About a can and a half.

 

[Tom_H]

That really looks nice.

Check the archives for Top 'N Tilt on a BX, there are actually quite a few who have added this feature. You can get either or both. For the carry all, only the top would be needed. If you have a box blade, using both top and tilt adds tremendous versatility.

I use my carry all when spraying. I got a 15 gal sprayer from Northern Tool that was designed to bungee strap onto an ATV and just strap it to the carry all. It plugs into the tractor electrics for power.

Old steel barbell weights make good ballast. I bought 22 50# discs (std 1" holes-not Olympic) plus a few 20#ers for $110 on Craigslist. You could build a box or weld up bars on which to stack them.

 

[Tom_H]

Air Force Chief:

I got your PM. I'll just reply here. The "archives" means all the old posts, going all the way back to the beginning. When you do a search, you're searching all the old posts; that's the same as searching the archives.

About 5 or 6 years ago, a major server change was made. Things in the archives prior to that time can be more difficult to search. If you go to this thread, then the tenth post in the thread, you'll find a list of old threads related to BX top and tilt:

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/120616-top-tilt-bx24.html

Gearmore currently makes correctly sized hydraulic cylinders for top and tilt on a BX. Many Kubota dealers have accounts with Gearmore:

Gearmore Products

Another manufacturer:

http://www.ccmachinery.com/TNT.htm

There's a third named Rankin; their prices traditionally are higher.


BTW: is that your personal car (mustang?) sitting in front of that B2?

 

[AFChief]

Air Force Chief:

I got your PM. I'll just reply here. The "archives" means all the old posts, going all the way back to the beginning. When you do a search, you're searching all the old posts; that's the same as searching the archives.

About 5 or 6 years ago, a major server change was made. Things in the archives prior to that time can be more difficult to search. If you go to this thread, then the tenth post in the thread, you'll find a list of old threads related to BX top and tilt:

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/120616-top-tilt-bx24.html

Gearmore currently makes correctly sized hydraulic cylinders for top and tilt on a BX. Many Kubota dealers have accounts with Gearmore:

Gearmore Products

Another manufacturer:

Tractor Hydraulic toplinks, Top-N-Tilt, Side link cylinders

There's a third named Rankin; their prices traditionally are higher.


BTW: is that your personal car (mustang?) sitting in front of that B2?

Thanks for the info. Appreciate you taking the time.

As for the pic, yes it -was- my car. I sold it after I found my current one...

 

[Tom_H]

...yes it -was- my car...

Ford Mustangs, Kubota tractors, Northrop B2 Spirit stealth bombers. Man, you associate yourself with game changing machines!! :thumbsup:

One of them does cost a bit more than the others though!

 

[iplumb]

So I went to two TSC stores today to find a County line Carry all. I brought it home stripped all the stickers and sanded it down. No that I come in the house I noticed mine is completely different than your? Mine seems allot more heavy duty. Is mine an old style? I don't think it is as they said they just came off the truck today

 

[AFChief]

So I went to two TSC stores today to find a County line Carry all. I brought it home stripped all the stickers and sanded it down. No that I come in the house I noticed mine is completely different than your? Mine seems allot more heavy duty. Is mine an old style? I don't think it is as they said they just came off the truck today

Who makes them is variable based on where you live. TSC buys from many different places. I've seen at least three different styles marked "County Line"

 

[iplumb]

Seems like there is no rime or reason to the way they are drilled? I don't think they put much thought into it. I have been playing around with different 2 x lumber to see how I'm gonna make it work. To get holes kinda in the middle of the boards and to give some over hang.

 

[iplumb]

Do you have any pictures on your tractor yet? Just trying to decide how wide I want to go. Thanks