LS XR 4145 HC first 50 hours

[Cataclysm]

I just painted up my steel for my skit plate just like Cataclysm's ... do you think I will be ok if I mount it to the bottom of the loader frame for easier 1 person installation and removal or do you think the 2 inches of clearance that you loose can be an issue? I also welded on my expanded steel in the brush guard and painted whole brush guard and expanded steel black. I think it looks better black! while I was doing this stuff today I pumped in about 45 gallons of winter mix washer fluid into each rear tire that I purchased in bulk from a local company that makes it.. way less than beat juice. cost me 250.00 for 2 55 gallon drums along with hoses and stuff needed to do it. overall it was a good enjoyable day of playing in the garage with the tractor!View attachment 520481View attachment 520482View attachment 520483

Interesting that you mention that. I use a floor jack and block of wood to get my plate (its pretty heavy) on top of the frame so I'm not wrestling it while getting the bolts in. So for me its easier to put it on top. If its easier for you to put it on bottom I see no problem with that. It certainly won't hurt anything and I doubt you will miss the 2" of clearance.

Great looking brush guard by the way. I still need to get expanded metal in mine. I just hate welding on that pretty paint. I will probably hate it more when I have to buy a new front grille though!

Thanks for sharing the pic's!!

 

[Cataclysm]

Wow that brush guard does look better in black! Might have to do that when I put my mesh in. I love the tire size on the 4xxx series tractors compared to mine. Just couldn't justify something that size at the moment.

I do a lot of loader work in yards, those big tires really work well to minimize the damage even with a full bucket and are part of the reason I bought this particular tractor!!

 

[Senderofan]

Interesting that you mention that. I use a floor jack and block of wood to get my plate (its pretty heavy) on top of the frame so I'm not wrestling it while getting the bolts in. So for me its easier to put it on top. If its easier for you to put it on bottom I see no problem with that. It certainly won't hurt anything and I doubt you will miss the 2" of clearance.

Great looking brush guard by the way. I still need to get expanded metal in mine. I just hate welding on that pretty paint. I will probably hate it more when I have to buy a new front grille though!

Thanks for sharing the pic's!!

Because of the weight issue, what do you think of using aluminum plate instead......for someone that isn't brush hogging and low risk of damaging the undercarriage? I've been thinking about this since you posted the wonderful pictures and dimensions. It's just me working on my equipment.... with my marginal shoulders and lots of arthritis. I've been looking at some 0.375" thick T6 plate. While it's pretty soft / malleable.......it would provide a level of protection. I realize there is a significant cost difference in materials......but if I have to remove and re-install with any frequency....a lighter weight solution would be very helpful.

Just wondering what your thoughts are on the idea of aluminum plate since you've engineered a solution out of steel?

 

[durf 700]

I was just thinking that if its on the bottom it leaves some room since I only had 1/8" steel available to use. this way it can bend up some without hitting anything. also, to remove or install just set in on jack and apply a bit of pressure to plate and frame so it stays in place while installing the bolts. then when its time to remove for service put jack under, remoe bolts and lover jack. My next project now is to fasten the tow hooks to the frame just behind where the brush guard mounts. I see there are holes on each side. Where are you guys hooking the rear of the tractor to your chains while towing? I hooked to the loader 2"x2" tube steel at the rear yesterday.

 

[deer assassin]

i did mine just like cataclysm

thanks for the info

it worked great

 

[arits74]

have you guys got filter numbers.i have a 4155hc and cant find a cross for filters

 

[Cataclysm]

Because of the weight issue, what do you think of using aluminum plate instead......for someone that isn't brush hogging and low risk of damaging the undercarriage? I've been thinking about this since you posted the wonderful pictures and dimensions. It's just me working on my equipment.... with my marginal shoulders and lots of arthritis. I've been looking at some 0.375" thick T6 plate. While it's pretty soft / malleable.......it would provide a level of protection. I realize there is a significant cost difference in materials......but if I have to remove and re-install with any frequency....a lighter weight solution would be very helpful.

Just wondering what your thoughts are on the idea of aluminum plate since you've engineered a solution out of steel?

Aluminum would definitely help and keep limbs and branches from snagging stuff.

Maybe I should weigh the plate then make a video of the uninstall/reinstall. Its pretty easy with the jack and a 4x4 chunk of wood. You do start from the starboard side and slide the plate up onto the port side first. Then slide the plate a little further port until you can get the starboard side up onto the top of the sub frame with just a few pumps of the jack. A couple wiggles with a small bar and it lines right up.

 

[Cataclysm]

i did mine just like cataclysm

thanks for the info

it worked great

Yes sir, glad to give back!

 

[Cataclysm]

have you guys got filter numbers.i have a 4155hc and cant find a cross for filters

Here ya go. Wix 51516XP

 

[arits74]

thanks