Best non-implement accessories for tractor?

Tymanthius · Oct 9, 2018

Hiya! I've got a grant from RestoreLA coming and I've done my shopping/research, and I figure the LS XG3135 w/ FEL and backhoe is probably my best bet. I'm going to add a bolt on grapple as well and see if I can pick up some forks. Already have a box and 4 & 5 ft rotary cutters, plus a cpl other items.

But I'm curious what the best accessories are to add. I think I'm going to go w/ the Pat's Quick Connect system b/c my implements are hodge podge, and thinking maybe adding a Tractor Caddy (or having a friend weld one up).

Hooks on the buckets, of course, and I've been looking at the tool box mods.

Chains . . . anything else?

/pine · Oct 9, 2018

Auxiliary hydraulics are far and away the most time and labor saving add on component for any size utility tractor...the more the better...!

ning · Oct 9, 2018

Hooks on the FEL bucket, and a piranha bar, are probably my favorites so far.
Chain saw holder.
Something I'm still missing is a tool box for mine, big enough to hold chains, wrench for where my lower arms attach (they have to come off to swap my backhoe on... I have thoughts of using clip pins here but haven't done anything about that yet either), a rag, gloves, who knows what else...

oosik · Oct 9, 2018

One big, clean, dry roll of paper towels. Good for cleaning up all sorts of situations. Especially when I'm out - half mile from the house.

papachaz · Oct 9, 2018

oosik said:
One big, clean, dry roll of paper towels. Good for cleaning up all sorts of situations. Especially when I'm out - half mile from the house.

:thumbsup:

Tymanthius · Oct 9, 2018

I'll have at least 2 ports (for driving the backhoe) and am thinking of adding 2 more. Plus I want a front grapple, so that should at least have a diverter(?).

Piston · Oct 9, 2018

Suicide knob is a Great cheap accessory that is very nice to have.

super55 · Oct 9, 2018

For me it's a fire extinguisher. I want to at least have a fighting chance to save my tractor if it decides to light up.

Avenger · Oct 9, 2018

That's a tough one! For me, right now since the days are getting shorter, I am looking at better lights

Navvet · Oct 9, 2018

Backhoe thumb is a great addition ....

hturner12 · Oct 10, 2018

I love my ratchet rake. The way it built give you a spot for a clevis on top or bottom

PJSprog · Oct 10, 2018

Someone here awhile back suggested a magnetic strip on back to hold lynch pins and the like while changing implements.

Avenger · Oct 10, 2018

PJSprog said:
Someone here awhile back suggested a magnetic strip on back to hold lynch pins and the like while changing implements.

That's not a bad idea at all! I typically put the pins on the implement or something, they fall in the mud/snow/weeds/etc. A little mag strip would solve that issue! That's going to happen!

Tymanthius · Oct 10, 2018

PJSprog said:
Someone here awhile back suggested a magnetic strip on back to hold lynch pins and the like while changing implements.

I like that! I have one for my knives in the kitchen, so I know how strong they are.

papachaz · Oct 10, 2018

mine has a place on the lift arms to stick them, a little piece of tube welded on. I even did that to my old ford, welded on some tube to just stick them into.....

LD1 · Oct 10, 2018

Not sure what you mean by "bolt on" grapple.

But since you want a bucket, grapple, AND forks....to me a SSQA is a must

Ortimber · Oct 10, 2018

Buy the best seat you can afford.

Nothing but air ride for me at this point.

Tymanthius · Oct 10, 2018

LD1 said:
Not sure what you mean by "bolt on" grapple.

But since you want a bucket, grapple, AND forks....to me a SSQA is a must

Google Titan's Bolt on Grapple. It's just a grapple that bolts to your existing bucket instead being a hot swap item.

Also, the tractor comes with skid steer quick attach. I thought that was standard on all LS's?

PJSprog · Oct 10, 2018

papachaz said:
mine has a place on the lift arms to stick them, a little piece of tube welded on. I even did that to my old ford, welded on some tube to just stick them into.....

I like that, papacahz. I was thinking about mounting a metal plate back there with a few holes to stick them through while they're out, until I read the magnet idea.

There's so much resourcefulness on this forum, it's almost scary.

LD1 · Oct 10, 2018

Tymanthius said:
Google Titan's Bolt on Grapple. It's just a grapple that bolts to your existing bucket instead being a hot swap item.

Also, the tractor comes with skid steer quick attach. I thought that was standard on all LS's?

Just googled.

For the price, and also wanting forks....just get a ssqa, and actual grapple, and actual forks.