need BH gear box for trencher project

[AltavistaLawn]

Need ideas for locating a reducing right angle gear box (like bush hogs have) for a trencher project we're working on.

The trencher will be a ground saw design, but capable of going 18" deep. It will be hydraulic drive, to mount on the front of a power trac.

thanks,
Billy

 

[shaley]

These guys have all the stuff you need.
Surplus Center
Post up some design ideas I'd like to build one too.
Somebody had trencher chains surplus also but can't find the link.

 

[Ductape]

WOW ! Another paddle-wheel trencher !!! Remember what an entertaining thread the last one turned into ???!!!!!! I'll be keeping my eyes on this one !


http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/97322-trencher.html?highlight=trencher

 

[shaley]

Trencher Chains
American Chain Inc. - High Quality Trencher Chain and Cutting Teeth

These guys have the booms and chains and sprockets.
Ballantine, Inc. - Trencher Products

 

[AltavistaLawn]

Thanks!

That helps a lot. I'll keep u posted on the progress.

 

[dfkrug]

AgriSupply has the Comer 3.18-to-1 gearboxes for only $140, but
the shipping cost is high if you are not on the E coast. These are
HD units used for PHDs.

 

[sandman2234]

Gear boxes from bush hogs are easy to come by in the area. If your anywhere near me, advise and we can see about getting you one for a minor cost compared to something new. I also built a trencher, but used a 1:1 gearbox and it is pto driven. The post about it stayed alive for a while but like most, it finally went with the rest.
David from jax


http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/71073-trencher-poorboys-stump-grinder.html