Cupholder ???? on JD 790

[kebo]

I have an ammo case that I want to mount to the rightside fender to use as a tool box, but the cupholder is in the way. I seem to recall a thread where someone had done the very same thing, and after they mounted the toolbox box to the fender, they reattached the cupholder to the top of the toolbox.

The problem is I cannot tell how the cupholder is attached to the fender! There is a fender support bracket on the underside of the fender, almost directly underneath the cupholder. There's maybe about 3/8" space between the fender and the support, no way to get a tool in there. It almost looks like it's spot welded or maybe riveted on.

Does anyone know for sure how the cupholder is attached to the fender on the 790?

 

[RoyJackson]

I've never seen a 790 with a cupholder (from the factory). Mine (2003 model) doesn't have one.There are grab handles on both fenders though.
Would you mind posting a picture of your cupholder? think it's probably an aftermarket item.

There should be two holes in the fender if you don't have both grab handles. You might be able to use them. The 790's fenders are pretty thin though so you might want to fabricate a doubler plate for the underside of the fender.
These holes are easily accessible under the fender, but you might have to pull the rear tire to get a wrench on the nuts.

 

[JD755]

Could it be this cup holder? Aftermarket one sold by JD. Requires flat fender surface and is mounted with double sided foam tape. With the metal springs it holds containers better than the later factory JD fender cups.

 

[kennyd]

Could it be this cup holder? Aftermarket one sold by JD. Requires flat fender surface and is mounted with double sided foam tape. With the metal springs it holds containers better than the later factory JD fender cups.

That is the one I put on my 4110. +'s are that it has remained stuck for 4 years now. -'s are that anything you put in it will be spilled/splashed everywhere almost instantly.

 

[foggy1111]

Kebo....I'd like to see a pic of that cup-holder too. Adding anything to the 790 takes a good plan....as there isn't very many open-space options. I bought a magnetic cup-holder as advertised here on TBN.....it works ok....but I could use another holder as the magnetic one is usually holding my cell phone, sunglasses, gloves, and other stuff.

I've lost a few items (glasses, phone, pens) from my tractor....so any secure storage ideas would be helpful. I sure would like a good chain bucket idea too.

 

[3BPercherons]

For what it's worth....I've mounted a boat cupholder - the kind that's on a gimble - to the fender next to the seat. That way my drink is always upright, regardless of tractor attitude.

 

[JD755]

That is the one I put on my 4110. +'s are that it has remained stuck for 4 years now. -'s are that anything you put in it will be spilled/splashed everywhere almost instantly.

I agree any open container will splash, gather dirt, bugs, etc. I first tried the typical car mug with the rotating lid closure. That helped some with splashes but still leaked badly when on slopes. I finally began using one with a completely closed screw-on lid. The insulated container maintains temperature better than an open can anyway.

 

[kebo]

Could it be this cup holder? Aftermarket one sold by JD. Requires flat fender surface and is mounted with double sided foam tape. With the metal springs it holds containers better than the later factory JD fender cups.

Yep, that one looks just like mine. This is the best pic I have of it, I would take a closeup pic of the cupholder but I'm 65 miles from the tractor now.

Looks like mine is turned just opposite of yours. This the way I bought it two years ago so maybe a previous owner removed the handle in favor of the cupholder?

Whomever installed this one had the JD emblem facing to the rear. If you look close, you can see the fender support bracket I mentioned on the underside of the fender. It would now make sense that it was attached with doublesided tape.

Roy, I do remember seeing the two holes drilled for the grab handle. They are plugged with little plastic caps for now, I was planning to make use of those holes to mount the tool box with. Just have to get the cupholder off first! Thanks!

 

[JD755]

Nice looking 790. Holder direction just sets which side has the opening for a large cup handle. The tape does hold it very securely, but you should be able to remove it. If you like the cup holder, do not worry about damaging it during removal since I still see them on the shelf at my JD dealer and on-line for about $12.

 

[RoyJackson]

I've lost a few items (glasses, phone, pens) from my tractor....so any secure storage ideas would be helpful. I sure would like a good chain bucket idea too.

I always carry gear (especially car/house keys!!) like that in a jacket or vest rather then off my person. Much more secure that way. Cabela's sells a lightweight "Safari" vest that works well. If you really want indestructable, spend about $205 and get a Filson Cruiser jacket.
That ammo can idea will work, or pick up a small plastic tool box. Neither would be good for heavy items, but a good place to carry extra lynch pins, small tools and such. Get one with a removable drawer for the cell phone, pens etc.
Boy! Good thread!!! Now I'm motivated to install that little box I bought 2 or 3 years ago!

BTW, Kebo...good luck getting that doublesided foam tape off. That stuff is tenacious!