kneedeep
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If the backhoe has a thumb, that will be a big time grubbing setup!
Backhoe Ripper
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TMGT
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It does, I still have some finishing touches, but I built one for it earlier this year.If the backhoe has a thumb, that will be a big time grubbing setup!
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TMGT
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Machining is done, now I just have to weld it up.
My work schedule isn't allowing me as much shop time as I'd like, hopefully I can get started on the welding later this week, going to be a lot of inches of weld!
My work schedule isn't allowing me as much shop time as I'd like, hopefully I can get started on the welding later this week, going to be a lot of inches of weld!
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TMGT
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Was able to get a little shop time in today, welded up the shank and mount. Had a little trouble getting the welder dialed in for the 1/4" Hardox, sometimes it can become magnatized when cutting and causes some weird issues.
Next I'll be welding the shank to the mount and reaming the bushings to size.
Next I'll be welding the shank to the mount and reaming the bushings to size.
mike0000
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What a beast, nice work!
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TMGT
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Test fitted it on the tractor today, happy with its range of motion, so now I just have to finish the welding and add a grease fitting to the pivot.
My buddy is on vacation next week, but when he gets back, I'll have him paint the ripper and thumb with a nice industrial paint. Just have a few finishing touches on the thumb to finish up.
My buddy is on vacation next week, but when he gets back, I'll have him paint the ripper and thumb with a nice industrial paint. Just have a few finishing touches on the thumb to finish up.
HawkinsHollow
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Amazing fab work!! I look forward to hearing how it does on it's maden voyage.