Buying Advice Just Purchased an LX2610SU - Loader Questions

[rescue161]

They say to order to the nearest 1/4". Mine is 58-1/8", so can go up, or do they want you to go down? I wonder if they err on the side of caution and make them slightly smaller. If so, I'd rather get a 58-1/4", so it would be a perfect fit. I sent them a message, but have not gotten a response.

 

[Johnkn]

They build them in increments of 1/4" so if the most narrow clearance is 58 1/8" where the built up weld is on the sides at the bottom, you would want a 58"
You are measuring the smallest inside dimension of the bucket, and the Bar has to be able to go inside. I loved mine on my BX25D and have one ordered for my LX3310 SUPER heavy duty.... good luck

 

[Mat4644]

On the 54 inch bucket what are the cutting edge dimensions? Are there wear strips on the bottom?

 

[Johnkn]

The actual cutting edge on my 54" bucket is 54 7/16". It does project below the bottom of the bucket. I see no additional wear strips on the bottom of the bucket.

 

[Mat4644]

On the 60 inch bucket the cutting edge is 3/8" X 3". What is it on the 54" bucket? Just thinking of ordering a 54 and keeping the 60 for mulch and snow.

 

[Johnkn]

The cutting edge on my 54" bucket is also 3/8" X 3" good luck

 

[Mat4644]

Definitely not enough strength in the cutting edge if you want to do dirt work. Looks like the 54 inch bucket is also whimpy but at least it comes pre-drilled for the Kubota add-on cutting bar.

 

[rescue161]

I wasn't doing anything crazy. Mostly pushing and back dragging soft dirt. I did most of the earth moving with the box blade and just used the bucket to move the loosened dirt. I am going to buy a tooth bar. It looks like BXPanded is the one to have.

 

[Mat4644]

I've been moving mostly tilled dirt and back dragging for leveling. Been monitoring it very closely since it's labeled light material use. There is now a slight bend forming. Can't find anyone with the small 60 inch bolt on cutter bars in stock. Rather have something that bolts across the front vs a slip on tooth bar.

 

[rescue161]

I have only heard good things about BXPanded. They will even match your bucket if it is worn or bent.