Backhoe 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe?

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IC Smoke

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I picked up a 18" off a Ditch Witch for $50, I've got some fabbing to do and it will fit on the ol BX24.

Anyone do this? I wanted a 16" but the price was right for this 18" and I havent found a 16" for a decent price that is local.

I know it wont be a big powerhouse but when digging holes it takes FOREVER with that 12" :eek:

Thanks
Ian
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #2  
If you're digging in sand or something soft I guess this would work. In anything hard I'd think you'd just keep dragging or tipping the BX as it isn't heavy enough for this kind of thing.
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #3  
Time will tell if the bucket will end up too big, but I am betting you will be happy with the performance (keep us posted) .... And you certainly cannot go wrong with the price
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #4  
If you're digging in sand or something soft I guess this would work. In anything hard I'd think you'd just keep dragging or tipping the BX as it isn't heavy enough for this kind of thing.


I agree 100%. The Bx24 is nice but an 18" I think is a little too big for this unit. Even a 12" was worthless in my tree removal.
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #5  
i sure wish i could have found that deal on the big bucket. i had myself a job that i had to dig 4 times just to get it done once. the main reason was the type of loose gravel that i was digging kept sluffing off and into the hole. that little 12" bucket sure got a workout. the bigger bucket sure would have cut a day or so off of my dig time and my finish tip may have been better. yes keep us posted on your progress and succeses/learning experiences. and #1 beeee careful.
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe?
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I wouldnt attempt to dig a stump with this big of a bucket.... I wanted a 16".... just something to get more dirt per scoop. But for the money Ill take it! It was a craigslist find.... when I picked it up I quickly noticed...... ITS NEW!!!!

I searched the forums for information on larger buckets on the BX but didnt come up with much so Ill report back for sure!!:D

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   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #7  
Well, after seeing your "bigger bucket" I now have concerns. Depending on the type of soil, the 16" footprint should work fine, but unless it is a wierd camera angle, that bucket is both heavy (on its own) and could carry quite a bit of what ever you are digging (making it very heavy).

It cannot hurt to try, but I would fill it up with dirt and see what it weighs, or at least try to pick it up with your BH when it is full before you bother to weld new ears on it.

Not a bad idea and it cannot hurt to try, but you pic scares me!
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe?
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I tried the bucket out using a couple pieces of solid stock, It worked great!! It picked up a full bucket of wet clay/dirt and didnt have a problem breaking up and scooping packed lime stone.

Rather than cut the bushings off Im going to drill another hole (same distance as stock) then reduce the size of the holes and use new longer bushings.... that way we I get a L35/39 I might be able to use the bucket.

here are a couple more pics... the videos woudlnt upload:mad:

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Ian
 
   / 18" bucket on BX24 backhoe? #10  
I am not saying it will not work but you will find the longer length bucket gives you less power at the teeth and will reduce the power for digging as you have changed the ratio a good bit. It may not be any issue for your BH and the work you use it for. For the price it is well worth trying unless you are already maxing it out. No idea on your BH but with the bucket's longer length it may hit such as your outriggers where the OMEC bucket would clear it. kt
 

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