Custom Made Level Gauge for Top & Tilt

tjkadar · Nov 18, 2005

It is a nice piece of machinery work no matter from where the idea came. There is nothing like taking a chunk of metal and turning into a functioning instrument, device, and/or gauge. Having the ability to make your own is something not too many folks have in this day and age. Besides, how awesome is it to see that you need something, so you design it, fabricate it, and it works. No matter how small the project, it is always gratifying.

3RRL · Nov 18, 2005

( It is a nice piece of machinery work no matter from where the idea came. There is nothing like taking a chunk of metal and turning into a functioning instrument, device, and/or gauge. Having the ability to make your own is something not too many folks have in this day and age. Besides, how awesome is it to see that you need something, so you design it, fabricate it, and it works. No matter how small the project, it is always gratifying.)

Amen tj!
Nice to have some appreciation too.
Thanks

JimMorrissey · Nov 18, 2005

Nice work. I don't see where you take claim for this design anywhere.....odd reaction to your post.

Keep the pics coming. I'm looking forward to seeing how it works/looks.

PineRidge · Nov 19, 2005

Nice project and I hope they work well for you.

When I purchased two new cylinders from IE they came with level indicators already installed. However I quickly removed them even before mounting the cylinders on the 40D. In my opinion you either need eyes in the back of your head or be a contortionist to use them.

If anyone wants mine I'll gladly donate the both of them to you (the level indicators, not the cylinders) PM me if you are interested.

3RRL · Nov 19, 2005

( In my opinion you either need eyes in the back of your head or be a contortionist to use them.)

No doubt, there is NO substitute for keeping your eye on your work. I'm thinking the indicator will help when your need to cut or rip a little bump down or something like that, so I don't have to jump out of the tractor and adjust the top link.

My guess that gauge wheels would give the best even-ness (is that a word?) after that.

CCM is back ordered for the sidelink cylinders for about 3 months I was told, so I did not get the whole package. But I'd be interested in your levels. I'll send you a PM when I get back from vaction after the holidays.
Thanks,