Loader Bucket

[MFDAC]

You're not wasting any time deciding what to do with this, Kenny!

DAC

 

[SupplySergeant]

You're not wasting any time deciding what to do with this, Kenny!

DAC

He rarely does!

 

[Sawdust]

Another thing I enjoy about Kenny’s projects is he finishes most of his unlike me.

 

[KennyP]

Another thing I enjoy about Kenny’s projects is he finishes most of his unlike me.

Not always! Get lots of ideas, but some need more than I can handle.

 

[KennyP]

Finally got a break from mower repair to play with my stuff. Think I have this going the right way now. Just have to get the 3-pt. mount tacked on, then it's time to weld it all solid.

 

[MFDAC]

I like it Kenny! Glad it was cool enough for you to take on some of your own work!

DAC

 

[KennyP]

A bit of progress.


Got to limit the dump function.

 

[4getgto]

"Got to limit the dump function"
Not seeing where that's really necessary Kenny. ?
Sure there's a reason for it though.

Coming along nice. !

 

[olcowhand]

To me it looks to automatically limit dump angle??

 

[KennyP]

"Got to limit the dump function"
Not seeing where that's really necessary Kenny. ?
Sure there's a reason for it though.

Coming along nice. !

To me it looks to automatically limit dump angle??

It goes too far on the dump. Gonna be hard to get it latched back as it goes now. Would have to stop and get off to bring it back to be able to latch when the lift is lowered. Would like to see the 'bottom' of the bucket only go 90 degrees not 160.

 

[olcowhand]

It goes too far on the dump. Would like to see the 'bottom' of the bucket only go 90 degrees not 160.

Oh, now I see! Had to look closer to see the bottom of the bucket faces towards the driver's head!

 

[Propane1]

What if your pivot point was up higher Kenny. And maybe back a little.

Noel

 

[olcowhand]

Kenny, you could put appropriate length of 1/4" chain from top of bucket down to the stationary frame on one side or both sides to limit the tilt.

 

[KennyP]

What if your pivot point was up higher Kenny. And maybe back a little.

Noel

That would mean totally starting from scratch as the latch mechanism is designed around the pivot.

 

[KennyP]

Kenny, you could put appropriate length of 1/4" chain from top of bucket down to the stationary frame on one side or both sides to limit the tilt.

That's what I'm thinking, Daniel.

 

[chieffan]

Have to watch too that the bucket will empty when dumped. Rock may not be an issue but dirt ??
Saw those on farm tractors and are very limited as to what they can do.

 

[TAHOE]

My dump bucket is similar and it only pivots about 100* back. My pivot is right at the back though so maybe you can try adjusting that?

 

[Cvans]

Some people just don't figure out it is best to turn it up side down
.

Makes it hard to use the quick attach feature. Just drill a couple of holes in the bottom of the bucket. Even a 3/4" hole won't be a bother 99.5% of the time.

 

[KennyP]

I'd like to see the cutting edge of the bucket only swing about 100 degrees, so today I'll get to work figuring out how to make a stop for that condition. Have a plan, just have to look at it in real time.

My dump bucket is similar and it only pivots about 100* back. My pivot is right at the back though so maybe you can try adjusting that?

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That's a good way for yours, but I think my bucket is deeper and I may not have as much lift. Thanks.

 

[KennyP]

Well, that didn't take long. Started Alice and raised the bucket/3 point. Got a length of chain and some ess hooks. Added a small turnbuckle into the mix to get my 100 degrees. Marked the bucket with some chalk. Lowered the bucket and pulled the pins. Flipped the bucket upside down on my sawhorses. Used the angle grinder to clean an area for welding. Cut a couple strips of 1/2 inch bar stock. Got them clamped in place and welded. Put it back together and it works great.


Now it will be easy to lower the bucket while inching forward and relock it. Plus I can push some if need be.