terramite backhoe thumb

the old grind · Nov 8, 2016

Mine are "Galaxy Super Tractor R-1" 9.50 x 16 6-pr. Since the rears match and are on the familiar triangle/disc rims I might assume they're OEM. IIRC my T5C is a '98 The tires were pretty rough when I bought it in '06, but still hold air.

GTM Terre Haute · Nov 24, 2016

Dan,
I have made a very simple one. Not sure how to post a pic of it. This is all I get when trying to insert an image.

Please tell me how to post pic.
Geo

AustinVideoman · Jul 22, 2020

This T5C and backhoe thumb continues to amaze me. This lil tractor is a rock hauling and stacking rockstar.

jheissjr · Jul 29, 2020

GTM Terre Haute said:
Dan,
I have made a very simple one. Not sure how to post a pic of it. This is all I get when trying to insert an image. View attachment 489216 View attachment 489216 View attachment 489216 Please tell me how to post pic.
Geo

The thumb slides over the boom to bring the dipper closer. I like the idea. Do you have more pictures?

mytonka · Aug 8, 2020

CHEAP THUMB
I can't recall where i saw the post but I have installed a cheap homemade one on my T5C.

LIST
Box blade shanks with the(4)holes (2)
Bolts 1/2'' x 7'' (2)
Nuts 1/2" (self locking type) (2)
Fender washers 1/2'' (4)
Pipe 3/4'' x 4-1/2'' (2)

You can adjust the size of the bite up & down the dipstick by just loosening the bolts.
Because there are (2) thumbs it is more stable when picking things up.
It will move a little with heavy use due to the taper of the dipper stick but a weld/bolt would keep it in place.
I haven't been able to figure out how to send pictures but I can send an email if someone can post it.

jheissjr · Aug 9, 2020

It would be great to see pictures. Pictures can be added using the picture button.

mytonka · Aug 9, 2020

CHEAP THUMB PICTURES
Hope this helps a few of you who want a cheap heavy duty thumb.
I like it because if any part of it breaks it can be repaired from supplies from the farm store.
You may notice the pipe is acting as a spacer & to take up some room too.
I was considering welding some pipes along the dip stick to keep the thumb from moving around in heavy use & have adjustment along the dip stick.

Please let us all know if it worked for you & if you improved on it