Bucket Hooks Hooks on FEL and Box Blade

[N80]

When I was thinking this out I knew I didn't want to spend much money, I don't weld and didn't want to pay for welding, but wanted something strong and easy to install myself. This is what I cam up with:

I got the d-rings at TSC:

Ring Anchor and Base, 11000 lbs - 3016822 | Tractor Supply Company

I use it with a pair of these:

2 in x 15 ft Size; 8500 lbs Capacity; With Hook. - 3040033 | Tractor Supply Company

The hooks where easy to install. I used grade 8 bolts with large washers on the inside of the bucket. The rings are large enough so that a chain can pass through it with its hook which allows for almost infinite adjustment. All it took was a drill and a couple of wrenches. I've used them many times to move implements.

It has been pointed out that the specs on these hooks read 11,000 pounds and the straps 8,500 pounds. I think these are the failure specs not what they are rated or recommended for. However, since my loader can only lift about 1500 pounds, I think they are well within spec for anything I'd do with them.

Just a thought. Super cheap. Super easy. Very versatile and lets you use chains, ropes or straps.

 

[bill1]

N80, I like your idea on the D-rings. When you pick something up, do you put the slings over the front of the bucket or lift behind the bucket?

 

[CurlyDave]

Go back down to your dealer and ask him where most of his customers weld on hooks and what kind.

When I bought mine I asked the dealer where to put hooks and he welded them on for free. I am very satisfied with the locations. 3 grab hooks.

 

[Gem99ultra]

Go back down to your dealer and ask him where most of his customers weld on hooks and what kind. <snip>

Ask the dealer

I trust the advice here a LOT more than that of the dealer.

 

[Cat_Driver]

Get some Flat bottom hooks seen here. I would weld three hooks, each end and in the middle for all possible scenarios. You definitely need at least two for any type of grabbing and stabilizing the load in the bucket.

towx.com: B/A Products Hook 1/2 In Weldable Grab

 

[N80]

N80, I like your idea on the D-rings. When you pick something up, do you put the slings over the front of the bucket or lift behind the bucket?

I've done it both ways. Just depends on the situation.

 

[countrybumpkin]

I have a Kubota and done about the same thing as MntViewRanch did but I only used 1/4" But I went with 2-1/2"X2-1/2" angle. Basically boxed in the top of the bucket, then added three hooks.