Is the Land Pride SGC0660 Grapple Right for You? Works great on the Kubota B2601 with SSQA - MCG #33
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- This is my Land Pride SGC 0660 Grapple review, although there's a lot more detail I could go into. It's easily one of my very favorite attachments for my Kubota B2601 compact tractor and front end loader. It offers convenient functions that make all the difference. How many times have you said, "I could use a third hand"? Well, a grapple can feel like that when you are working with brush, limbs, cut trees, and more! I use this on my B2601 but it would also be a great fit for the B2301, B2401, B2650, B3350, L series L2501, LX series LX2610 and more. I'll also show you a quick demonstration of how the Skid Steer Quick Attach or SSQA works and an explanation of the 3rd function valve.
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We ended up going with the SGC0554 on our B2601 even though it's more aligned with the BX Series. I like that it's a little narrower for getting through the woods and it still is a helluva workhorse.
You have a nice, calm, smooth way to explain things. It's the first time I see how attachments are attached to a tractor. I in no way work with machines, but I am just obsessed to learn about pretty much anything. Thanks.
Thanks very much! I hope you enjoy my other content as well!
I agree about the way you explain stuff. What you don’t do is use due diligence for what your iron can do w/o tearing it up recklessly. You should have videoed the debacle of loader frame getting bent when abuse occurred. That fix cost more than the grapple, the cost was your burden for abuse NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Your channel has merit. The low key, oh, by the way, I destroyed my loader and, I felt you should know, is like many YouTUBE ‘informative videos’ that do, but, not really.
Your focus, based on your use of this grapple, would have been excellent, not knocking the product but, what really happens when you fail to become informed beforehand and show ignorance is no excuse for releasing a video with the incorrect focus when another was more important.😢
Also purchased the SGC0554 for my BX, I haven’t had the opportunity to really play with it, hopefully in the next couple of weeks before I put the snowblower on. 👍🏻
As a standard rule before getting off of a piece of equipment you lower buckets and implements to the ground, its safety that we learn at work that we take home with us.
Couple your grapple fittings,or any other attachments,when not in use together.Not only for cleanliness,but balanced pressure in the attachment when the temps rise.You can avoid pressure lock in your attachment fittings which can sometimes cause hard reconnects due to oil temp rise in the sun.These are great little grapples,just use them with care.I destroyed mine on my small skidloader,my fault.Always try to center squeeze the loads.
Hi Ed! Thanks so much for another informative video. I too own a B2601 that is outfitted with the LP SGC0660 as well as the LP PFL1242 pallet forks and a LP RCR1248 rotary cutter. All very useful around our 80 acre homestead in Northeast PA. One way to keep the hydraulic couplers clean is to use the dust caps and plugs that come with the grapple (BLACK DUST CAP, 1/2" QD AG, 861 539C, GREEN DUST CAP, 1/2" QD AG, 861 539C). When I purchased the grapple they were not on the unit and I contacted LP who told me they should have been and that the dealer left them off. The dealer was helpful and provided them to me but I would not have known that if I did not examine the grapple Parts Manual (380-164P). Thank you my friend and best of luck with all your projects. Stay safe and well!
Wow an 80 acre homestead sounds beautiful! I’ll definitely look into the dust caps. Ive seen them at my local tractor supply store, so I should just pick some up. Really appreciate your comments, and thanks for watching! -Ed
I use the grapple more than I ever use my bucket. It is the best.
A true third function valve allows for all three functions to operate at the same time.
I pick up my new L2501 Friday in IL. Your videos have been very helpful and educational. Subscribed!
Excellent. Congratulations, and thank you! -Ed
Wish my Dad's old tractor back in the day had a front end loader or grapple attachment but lots of fond memories learning to drive on that tractor! So happy for your channel growth! :))
Thanks so much for your support! Keep doing what you’re doing. -Ed
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Good job on the video, Ed. I too have the same grapple and enjoy it. I think it’s really smart of you not to assume that everyone knows everything about RUclips or tractors or grapples or a quick attach. A lot of us have used RUclips to learn and it’s good to remember that you can always be a teacher. Last, congratulations on all the new subscribers and the super responses on your high viewed videos.
Thanks much Larry C! I’m finding that there are a lot of new tractor owners who seem to appreciate the basics that may be often overlooked. Appreciate your input and thanks for watching! -Ed
On videos, you see so many people working with tractor attachments and rough wood and stone, without gloves. Many times in the past, when I have done that, I have been sorry. It is nice to see you mention that as you did, especially for someone getting their first tractor. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching!
I just joined the channel. I’ve had a BX for 15 years and now I’m buying a 2610 I wanted to see grapple operation and your videos have been very helpful so I subscribed.
Thank you, congrats, and welcome! Great choice with the 2610. -Ed
I use my landpride grapple all the time, I think it’s on more than the bucket! I knew when I bought my tractor that I wanted the grapple so it was purchased together along with the third function valve.
I use mine for leaves and pine needle piles. I never thought it would work, but it’s amazing!
That’s pretty impressive!
@@MyClutteredGarage there is a video of it on my channel. Check it out. I wouldn’t believe it had I not seen it!
I have thought about adding chicken wire to my grapple to do leaves with and smaller brush.. just tip tie or wire it on for easy removal.
@@markcole6475 try it before you add the wire. I was shocked by the results of just the grapple. I wouldn’t bother with the wire personally.
@@jjfore0921 I’ll give it a try without wire first! Thanks
I replaced my trust B6100D (a long time friend) with a 2601 just as Covid hit. My grapple is from Everything Attachments here in NC. Delightful. Handles 8 ft logs and more around the farm. Also, I did buy the 42" pallet forks when buying the tractor. One of the most useful attachments ever. I like the bucket but I love the forks. If you don't have a good knowledge of hydraulics I suggest you do a 15 minute read. Important that the operator understand how to release line pressure on the grapple and on the 3rd function side. That and keeping the connection clean and you are good to go. The 2601 is an ideal size for out 20 acres, could easily handle more and, when combined with the grapple/forks/more....is useful both in the woods and on the fields. Enjoy!.
Love my B2601 and grapple, but be sure not to over do it! ruclips.net/video/BfGW4_WcZ-o/видео.html
Thank you for saving me from a mistake. Lower tines need to be longer to pick up logs.
What did you wind up getting
I have the exact same one on my L2501 and I love it.
Morning Ed! The grapple is the most used attachment on my tractor. Thanks for the great overview and demo. Cheers!
Thanks GP! There are just so many tasks that would be nearly impossible without it.
Just got this grapple on my L2501, super useful.
It’s on the attachments bucket list along with a box blade. Most likely next spring.
Good video Ed. I was watching another channel where the guy demonstrated the importance of pushing the lever ahead to float the loader so the grapple isn't fighting the weight of the tractor.
Thanks Bob. Yes that’s a good practice that I’ve started doing too. I think I learned that from Gord at @GP Outdoors.
Nicely done video. Good tip on the end to not over-stress the loader frame, its easy to think of our compact tractors as tanks - and they are not.
Ask me how I know, LOL
Very good video They make Rubber covers for Hydraulic Quick connect that can be purchased at any farm store that has hydraulic items.
I have them on the other end of the lines. Not sure why the dealer didn’t put them on this end. Good idea to add them. Thanks very much!
This is a really good demonstration video.
Nicely done, Ed. I like the detail you put in to your videos, in this case showing how the attachments hook and unhook using the Quick Connect. I also have a Land Pride Grapple, mind is SGC 0556. Looks the same as yours, but I don't have the foldable legs. I wish I did! Before I built a stand for mine, I had a hard time with it just wanting to roll over when I took it off! I ordered some gloves from Amazon using your link. Hope you get your 2 cents from that! Cheers!
Haha, thanks for putting your 2 cents in! Seriously, thank you for your kind comments and support. Hope you're not buried too deep in snow!
Also have one for my B2650 I pick up piles of leaves with it
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Great video, I also have the same land pride grapple and it seems to have unlimited uses. I also have LP 3rd function valve without the on off button, it’s always on.
Thanks very much. Yeah I don’t really see a need to turn it off. Maybe just added safety? Thanks for watching!
you can get a grapple without hydraulics brand brush crusher made in the USA works great when you dont have diverter valve
The downside to this grapple is, it doesn't have a plate on the back to protect the hyd. hoses. If you really get into limbs they will come thru the spacing an cause damage.
That’s one reason I covered the brush guard. But yes, the hydraulic hoses are still somewhat vulnerable. Thanks for waiting.
Thats a nice tractor Ed. I bought a new J.D.3025 e two years ago. Its a about the same size as the L 2601. Only theres a whole bunch more options and more tractor with the Kubota. I like my Deere but if I'd have it to do over i would've gotten the Kubota. Their awesome machines. Might look into getting me a grapple, thanks Ed.
Thanks very much! The JD is a nice machine too. Thanks for watching! -Ed
I ordered a B2601 on June 1st... hopefully it will FINALLY be delivered in the next week or two, the Land Pride grapple is the last piece of the puzzle! I also ordered a front mounted snowblower, pallet forks, BB2560 (I went heavy for ballast), top-n-tilt and 60" rotary cutter.
I really enjoy your videos and have learned a lot about the Kubota. Thanks for taking the time to create videos and keep up the excellent work.
Congratulations and thank you for you’re kind comments. -Ed
I have the grapple as well. Because I don't have much room in my barn I made dollies for the bucket and grapple. I just drop the attachment on the dolly and roll it to the side and roll the other one in place. Use either locking wheels or wrap a rope around the wheels to keep it from moving when you are detaching or attaching. So far, they have worked well. On another note, how do I get to your videos as a menu? I wound up on the You-Tube list for searching, but, not your You-Tube channel. Thought you might have something I can just click on to go directly to your space. Thanks.
Dollies make a lot of sense and are a great way to store equipment. If you click on my channel name, it will take you to my channel with all my videos and playlists. Thanks very much! -Ed
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John Deere quick attach attachments are readily available. I understand what you mean about SSQA being more universal but it's not like JD is hard to find.
Thanks installing mine tomorrow
You’ll love it!
Another great video. Very informative. Thanks.
Excellent instructions
Thank you!
Thanks we're looking at one for our small Homestead. Sub'd!
Welcome! And thank you!
Good job
Great video, subscribed!
Thank you!
Great video budd . I'm doing all my research.
Thank you!
They aren’t cheap but I’d highly suggest flat face couplers.
Yes
I love the grapple!!! Nice instructional video.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the vid Ed. If you had it to do over, would you change the type of the 3rd function connection or the type of grapple, claw type like you have or the ? Kubota dealer wants $1,500 for the 3rd function and $2,000 for the grapple right now. I'll be looking around further, but have been debating the hydraulic valve vs the electronic diverter 3rd function and the claw type, like yours or rake type, I call it, grapple. I see the claw type grapple is lighter and therefore allow you to work with heavier objects. You explained the two 3rd function operational differences in this video-thanks. 🍻🤠
I'm very happy with the setup I have. I sometimes wish the tines of the grappler were closer together, but overall it works great. Lots of people like the EA Wicked 55 grapple. Boy, the cost of the 3rd function valve really went up! Regardless, you won't be disappointed whatever direction you take! Thanks much!
I have the same grapple I like mine
Must have something bald up in there somewhere... All of my third functions can use the grapple and raised or lower or tilt or curl.. together.. 3rd function should not take away from the other functions 🤔
I prefer "Squid Steer Quack Attitch".
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Ed…. What did your grapple set cost? Including the new hydraulics.
I'm not quite sure. It was all built into the purchase price. I think the 3rd function with the install was $800-$900. I'm thinking the grapple was about $1500?
Awesome video.
Thanks!
New subscriber here. Nice channel. Thank you for all the info. I may consider getting a B2601 or JD 2025R for our acreage, and your video is helping me compare. Thank you.
Thank you. I’m sure you’ll be thrilled with either choice! Happy Thanksgiving.
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Great Video! Thank you!
Why no rubber caps on your fittings? Is that the land pride 3rd function or kubota?
Hi Michael. That’s the Kubota 3rd function. I thought it was hard they put caps on the third function connections but not on the grapple. I guess that was a dealer decision. I should add them. Thanks for watching! -Ed
When you dropped the bucket clamps (quick hitch, quick attach , whatever) the bucket was hanging loose.It could fall forward , causing damage our lose of the load. solution?
Hi Kenneth. Not sure if you mean when I was removing the bucket. It shouldn't' fall off until you release it and set it down. -Ed
Thank you for the video. If I install and electronic hydraulic function like you did how much does it cost.
Mine was installed as part of the package when I bought the tractor new, but I think it's about $800. Thanks for watching.
I’m getting one thanks
Congrats. You’ll love it!
Nice review! I just got the same grapple recently. I was catching grief from some people stating I should have got a Wicked 55 grapple.
How is this grapple holding up after a couple years of use?
Hi Mark. I’m sure the Wicked is great, but I have no complaints! If anything, I’d like the tines to be closer together. All in all, I love the grapple every time I use it! Thanks for watching. -Ed
As someone trying to find and buy a 2601 I really enjoy your videos. I'm looking for a smaller tractor to work in the wooded areas of the farm. You just can't use a full size tractor on the woods. The 2601tractors are currently difficult to find in east Tn. the dealership I visited yesterday didn't have a single one. They did have a few LX models for 29K. They are larger than I want for the purpose I need it for. That's why they still had em, too small to be farmed with, to large to be a compact. Can you say "bastard size" boys and girls? Haha thanks for the videos.
Haha. Yes the B2601 really fits a sweet-spot for compact sized tractors. We were actually talking about this on the livestream last night - every size tractor has it's place. I wouldn't rule out the LX2610. It seems only moderately bigger and is more capable. Otherwise keep looking. My B2601 was not in stock when I bought it pre-pandemic. I ordered it and had to wait about 6 weeks. Maybe just get the order in now. Good luck, and thank you for your kind comments. -Ed
I have the same grapple on a b2650 it is heavy enough to do the job but not overly heavy that you loose a lot of lift capacity. Where are your covers for the hydraulic quick connects
I’m going to get some caps for those lines for sure. Thanks for watching. -Ed
Curious... are you a lever guy, or a leaver guy? Your use of the word leaver seems a little forced. Nice plug for the deer skin gloves, by the way -- those were in your Christmas recommendations video too... i need a 3rd function valve and a grapple, but i don't think the landpride model is the right option. I think I like the dual thumb models better, I think...
Leeeever. And ray-diator vs rah-diator. I think the dual thumb model would be very handy. Thanks for watching!
Very weak pivot points on the top of the grapple where the cylinders connect 🙄
The dealer near me has several of these grapples sitting in their scrap pile
I have repaired mine several times before adding two more pivot points between the ends
is your loader greased? The zerks are so clean. Pins look pretty clean as well. Maybe just looks that way in video.
Good catch! This is actually a brand new loader (replaced by Kubota). Greasing up this week. Thanks for watching.
How much was that grapple? I’m looking I love land pride products but some things are pricey
I bought it with the tractor with several other attachments. I can’t recall but I think in the $1500 range? It’s really well made! Thanks for watching. -Ed
Which 3rd function valve option did you get with your B2601? I've been working on a build on the kubota website, and there are 2 options for a 3rd valve: a B1672, and a B1653. The rep I've been talking to over the phone hasn't been able to explain to me the difference, if any, than $100 in price there are between the 2 different valves. So many options, so much confusion!
I’m afraid I can’t help much. There were two options when I got mine. A Kubota version and a Land Pride version. I’m not sure which one they installed but I don’t think they function any differently. I guess you can ask if it’s a true 3rd function or a diverter. Mine is a diverter so I can’t curl and close the grapple at the same time. No complaints though.
@@MyClutteredGarage Thanks for the information! That's more than any of the kubota reps out here have been able to tell me. I just want to learn as much as I can so I'm not kicking myself in the rear down the road because I did or didn't get a specific option.
need information on quick connect on tractor, brand and cost
Hey Danny. Which quick connect item are you talking about? The hydraulics, the bucket attachment, or a quick hitch for the rear PTO?
@@MyClutteredGarage the skid steer attachment that is on the frontend loader / attachment mechanism
Hello Ed from Ontario. Just about to purchase a Land Pride grapple. There are two models the SCG1060 1nd the SCG0660. The 0660 is a lot more robust than the 1060 but so, is the price point. Any issues with the 1060? Thanks in advance.
Hi Bryan. My only experience is with these 0660 so unfortunately I cannot give you any advice. Perhaps the 1060 is better suited for a BX model. I’m very happy with the 0660, and can tell you I would not want anything smaller or lighter. Certainly, your dealer should be able to give you some good advice. Good luck!
Hey Bryan, you have it backwards. The 1060 is the heavier version of the two. Ed has the lighter one 🙂
Trying to figure out what control knob and button setup that is. What 3rd function valve kit did you install? Doesn't look like that land pride. Thank you - Colby
The dealer installed it, and I'm pretty sure its a Kubota 3rd function. Odd that Kubota owns Land Pride, but they offer both setups. Thanks for watching. -Ed
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Ed, are you still happy with your Land Pride grapple? I considering buying one with my tractor and since my dealer handles Land Pride it would be simple to go with the SGC0660. There are so many grapples out there, wondering if you've seen anything you might like better?
I just watched your video about racking the loader moving a heavy log. Did the grapple survive or did you replace it? Thanks for the videos, I've learned a ton from watching. Well done!
Hi Randy. I’ve heard great things about the EA Wicked 55 but my only experience has been with the Land Pride. I love it and it was not damaged with the bent loader. My only improvement would be to have more tines - closer together. Good luck. You’ll love whatever you get!
My Cluttered Garage: I just placed an order for a Kubota B2601 with Land Pride SGC06 grapple. Do you recommend a counterweight in the rear for normal operation? If so, what is recommended? Thanks.
Congratulations Chris. You’ll love it for sure. I always use rear ballast. I had my rear tires filled with bio ballast plus I have a 60” box blade that I keep on the 3 point whenever I use the loader or grapple.
@@MyClutteredGarage My local Kubota dealer is going to fill the rear tires with ballast. I do not have any rear implements for the tractor. At least for right now, all of my tractor work is grapple/FEL work. Maybe someday I'll get a backhoe, but that's a few years down the road. I'm wondering if I need a weight/ballast box attached to the rear of my tractor in addition to the tire ballast? I see a few brands of ballast boxes are available. Land Pride makes a WB10. What is your opinion on this? I enjoy watching your videos very much and they help a new tractor owner like myself understand equipment choices & operation.
@@MrBlue-ip2ye Thanks very much. I'm most comfortable adding rear ballast even with the tires filled. I'm not familiar with brands of ballast boxes. Some people even make their own - like a "carry all" with blocks on it.
Where can I get the dust caps for the hydraulic quick disconnect hoses? I have a B2601 and my local Kubota dealer does NOT offer these items? Thanks!
Do you have a local Tractor Supply Store? I'd check there. Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for watching to the end!
The tractor only lifts 900 pounds Grapple weight 250 do the math!
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Didn't show me anything less talk and more action
Hi Richard. You might enjoy this recent video with a little more grapple action. ruclips.net/video/MPzFFyoIuA0/видео.html
observation: Why is it there are countless videos for a grapple hook for tiny Kubotas? Hell, just pick up the twigs by hand and stick the twigs in a garbage can.
That grapple can do way more than anyone can by hand, and much faster. It's my favorite attachment. Thanks for watching, and happy new year!