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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.My only regret is not doing this sooner. This cable clamp is handy for hose management when the grapple is connected. I remember why i...
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Sselftot replied to the thread How to "finish" loader bucket after repairs.My welder always does an initial coat of primer before i get stuff back. Prevents rust from starting. I cover it with Farm &...
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Sselftot replied to the thread "pallet fork" grapple?.In my mind, a grapple add-on sounds half axxed. A dedicated grapple might be more functional and offer other uses.
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Sselftot replied to the thread Too fat/lazy/old to unlock your SSQA?????……..Then follow me ;).Yeah - that's the "direct connection plumbing" i realized after my first comment. Make sense. I would be tempted to try for a...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Too fat/lazy/old to unlock your SSQA?????……..Then follow me ;).Yeah - kinda. I just switch hoses at the third function quick disconnect and third function operates whatever i have plugged in. The...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Too fat/lazy/old to unlock your SSQA?????……..Then follow me ;).What value does the selector valve add ? Is this so you dont have to disconnect SSQA when you use the grapple ? You'll be at the...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Drain valve for a rain barrel.I have used uniseal fittings for many years without leaks. Silicon lube helps to install the pipe helps. I normally use 3/4 schedule 40...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.I’m an amateur welder. With that in mind here are some tips: - Dont weld. Just make the plates big enough to fit the cylinder...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.Nice looking kits ! Although i prefer gray over those colors.
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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.A 10” cylinder made sense to me. 1.5” bore because thats what was available at Princess Auto (similar to Harbour Freight). A longer...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.I unplug the SSQA hoses once the grapple is locked in place and plug in the grapple hoses. Reverse when taking it off. I have to get...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Hydraulic SSQA handles.I thought about using the factory handles but decided to use "handless" handles for 2 reasons. 1) The factory handles do not extend...
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SI finally got around to my hydraulic SSQA. It works better than expected - i thought there would be some messy around with the...
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Sselftot replied to the thread Determining rear ballast weight ?.I started with 500lb on my 3400 plus 75 for the quick hitch. When i went up to 700lb it felt much more stable. I tend to run heavy...
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SAnd so, … you find it appropriate to rudely insult? If you find a thread insufficiently virtuous to be worthy of your reading it…...
