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- Now that I have started to store my attachments on pallets, I need a practical way of moving them around on the property at the cottage. Our friends Kevin and Dave at Farmer Equipment Sales provided a simple, cost effective implement to solve the problem. My Kubota B2601 compact tractor has learned a new trick. Tune in to see what's new at the cabin. Cheers!
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Note: There is no Contest question in this video. #kubota #compacttractor #cottage
Good morning nice pair of pallet forks it gonna to make your job easy to move your tractor equipment round
Careful. Easy way to bend your bucket cutting edge.
Good morning Mike. Yes, for sure. Thanks for the advice. Got it from a few others too and now I use a chain and binder to keep the bucket edge from bending under heavy weights. Thanks again and take care!
A couple of thoughts... First, put a ballast box, or the grader blade, on the back while you're using the forks. That'll stabilize things a bit. Second, curl your bucket up a bit more, if you can. That will take some of the stress off the bottom of the bucket and reduce the load on the hydraulics. If you are worried about the bottom of the bucket bending or twisting, get a quarter inch thick sheet of aluminium and place it in the bottom of the bucket before clamping the forks. It will spread the force without adding too much weight. You'll find lots of things to do with those forks, apart form handling pallets.
Good morning William and thanks very much for the advice and help. Some great ideas there and I appreciate it very much. Have a great weekend and all the best!
Glad they work for you. Not everyone agrees with them but it's yours and you know the limits. Happy Lifting!
Thanks Paul. All the best!
Noticed that down the road you added the ratchet binder to keep the bucket from warping. When I first saw this attachment I was skeptical but if you keep the load weight about half of your limit you can get by. Good stuff GP. cheers.
Excellent! The forks meet your needs, well. An advantage to having bolt-on forks is they require little-to-no storage space and are not too heavy. Great quality video as always, GP. Have a fine week and keep up the good work. Yep, spring is coming which means more chores (smile). Full-watch from H1.
Good morning H1 and thanks! Yes, cannot wait to wake up to green grass and sunny mornings. Cheers and all the best to you!
Good morning! A practical solution. You didn't have to spend big bucks for an occasional need. Good for you 😊
Cheers and thanks Edward!
Your videos are fantastic and pleasant! Waiting for my LX2610 to arrive! Thanks for helping me make the decision!
Thanks very much Spectre! I am happy you are enjoying them. Congrats on the new tractor!
G P I like your idea with palates we have a set of quick attach forks now must look at shelves that hold pallets
God Bless
PaK
Yes..very nice camera work, GP...great demonstration! I have Titan clamp-on forks 1,500 pound rating. But I think I like yours better. As you mentioned, block provides better stability..and I love the longer, thick handles to turn the clamps. Great leverage and that makes a difference. I also just started collecting pallets for attachment storage. Thanks!
Good morning MG! Good stuff! Thanks for the comment and for sharing the info this morning. All the best!
Great camera work GP! I have been storing firewood on pallets for ages, now I am going to have to acquire more pallets and forks!
Good day Michael. Thanks - glad you enjoyed it. If you are lifting firewood, it sounds like you will need a full SSQA set of forks. I don't think the bucket will take that kind of weight. LOL. I thought about storing firewood on pallets. Let me know if you find it much easier and a better process using the pallets. I'd be interested in hearing how it is working for you. Cheers and all the best!
@@GPOutdoors yeah weight could be an issue a cord of wet oak is easily over 5000 lbs so even with 1/4 cord it would be real easy to overload smaller loaders... and rear weight, as this is extending the weight even further forward then the normal bucket.
Great vid as always, Thanks for taking time to share with the world.
Forks are a great thing to have. On the other hand, they can be hard to see from the tractor. If it was my video there would be alot of editing out foul words and lining up for the pallet until you get used to it. Thanks, and until the next one.
Lol! You are right. The view is not that great. Especially with a bucket...
Bill, I don't have factory forks, but I do have a home made set for the B2400 and I found the way for me to see adequately, I raise the loader and dump the forks as though you were dumping the bucket. Watch the fork tips and as you align with what you want to pick up drop the loader slowly and curl the forks back at the same time. Then pull forward as the loader/forks get near to the horizontal position, now aligned with the stuff you want to pick up. Of course there WAS the certain amount of the foul words spoken until the process was perfected !!! Now not so much. LOL Of course this works fine for my tractor/bucket/forks and your results may vary.... Now how's that for a disclaimer. See, I was too tight to even buy the ones GP is reviewing here....
LOL Guys. Yes, Bill it was hard to see the ends of the forks so I drove slowly into the pallets and watched form the sides. Hopefully at some point I will be able to try out a full set of SSQA forks. I thin these are good for very small loads and an infrequent need for forks but if I had a regular need for them and bigger loads to move, I think it would be best to get a full pallet fork attachment. Thanks gents and all the best!
Looks like we were busy doing the same thing yesterday. I just moved all my implements using my pallet forks and it was easy peasy. Sure beats hooking them all up on the three point.
Good day David. It sure does. Having to chain them up and carry them swinging around or attaching and detaching them takes a bit of effort but these were a lot easier. Have a good one!
Have a set, have used them for 2 years. Even used them to tear down a shed. Love mine!
Good morning William. I think they will come in handy. Have a great week!
Hi GP! I like your clamp on pallet forks! They are really handy. I started out with clamp ons even though I have a QA bucket because I was sure how much I would use them so I didn’t want to invest much to begin with. Turned out I used the a LOT, so I eventually bought a QA set of pallet forks which are VERY convenient! Love your cool camera angles! BTW, you can wrap a chain around the middle of your bucket and use a load binder to snug it up to give your bucket extra support. Enjoy your new pallet forks! Cheers!
Good morning DIY! Thanks for the advice and suggestions. I am not sure what a load binder is but perhaps if it makes sense to you, you could do a video on how to use clamp on forks and show how you use those to help support the bucket, Just an idea. All the best Martin!
Good morning GP! Actually I was planning to do a video like that while I still have the clamp ons. I promised to give them to a friend but want to make a video on the the pros and cons of clamp ons before I do. Load binders are the ratcheting things you see truckers use with chains to tighten down loads on flat bed trailers. You’d use them with chains to tie down your tractor to a trailer if you were going to transport it. You’ll see me use the load binders on the clamp on pallet fork video. I use one for each pallet fork for heavy loads. Cheers!
Good morning DIY. I think that will be a really helpful video for me and for other folks. Thanks - will look forward to it. Cheers!
Those are really nice! I like the way they designed them. Most people don't think about how much weight the bottom of the bucket can handle. Have a good one GP!
Cheers LA!
Hey GP......a set of forks are always a must with having a tractor around.....good for you.......have a great week my friend....... :)
Good day Don! You too. Cheers!
Good Morning sir....brought my coffee along and you moved all the items before it even got cold !! Either you're becoming a good operator or those clamp on forks are a good addition OR.... maybe both. I think you're reasoning for your purchase of this version is quite solid. If you were in a situation where they were under continuous use, the SSQA would probably be the better choice. An individuals actual use of the item should always weigh heavily on deciding on the money to be spent. I've never had a pair of these, but you highlighted the benefits in your typically perfect fashion. Good ol' Kevin and Dave come through again !!
Good morning T! Yes, indeed the good folks at Farmer always have some interesting things to try out. I think these are a practical option for me as my loads are not too heavy and I don't have a big need. Still away so I am way behind on catching up on your videos. Have a great week and all the best!
Now you need some pallet racking like the big box stores have to efficiently store it all in your shed. Cheers
LOL. Good morning ken. I think I might need to try out a full quick hitch set for that but I like your thinking. :)) Cheers!
That would be a nice review to try the bucket forks compared to a SSQA pallet fork implement. Which one is quicker, etc.
Heyhey GP I have thinking of getting those but was worried like you about the bucket. No contest question I noticed. I will wait until the next video. Nice job.
I've got a set (another name brand) and you're absolutely correct Gord, beats the heck out of grabbing chains and getting on and off the tractor to hook up and move attachments. You'll be surprised at how much you'll leave them on the tractor. Good for moving lumber and tree limb/brush piles too when you don't want to necessarily have to change implements just to do a quick job.👍☺
Good morning BB. Thanks - they are certainly great for smaller loads and a quick need for sure. Have a great weekend and all the best!
When I purchased my new Kubota mx5200 pallet forks was a must have thing ($800). I’m in the woods and they come in very handy. Almost broke the bucket on my John Deere 4410 with clamp on forks + lost lots of lifting power, hard to judge picking up things with the bucket blocking my view. Spring has arrived in northern Virginia, we are having another sunny and above 70F day.
Good morning and thanks for the comment QE. Some good points to consider there for sure and must be careful with what I lift. The snow is slowly retreating here which is a good sign. Thanks again and have a great week!
Forks by Titan have chain slots built in to wrap around the bucket and make tight with load binders. I just got mine and have not tried this yet but will in future
Good day and thanks for the good info on the Titans, Steve. They should work great for you. Cheers!
Great idea sir thanks
I add a ratchet strap from the “handle of the fork” to the top of the bucket. It takes some of the stress off the bottom of the bucket. I bent my bucket once before lifting something to heavy for the bucket.
Good day Michael. Thanks for sharing that . Another sub also mentioned that it is helpful to use those straps to provide support so I may pick some up. Thanks again for the advice! Cheers!
How's she goin'? Way to go Dave and Kevin at Farmer Equipment. It's great that you do what you do!!!
GP those forks are pretty nice and will certainly come in handy. I think you're on the mark being nervous of how much they can lift. Not to say they can't lift it, but being cautious is always a good thing. Thanks for posting!!!
Thanks Grampie! Cheers!
Good to know these are an option. Thanks!
I had these but ended up started to bend the bottom of my bucket. I went to Titan products and bought the quick hitch steel plate, (fits on Kubota), about 100 bucks, and welded the forks with gussets and brackets to the plate. Way better , way stronger and easy to hook/ unhook with the quick release. Love the channel.
Good morning David and thanks for sharing your experience with me. I appreciate it very much. I will keep an eye on how much weight I put on it for sure. DIY MyWay had a couple of good suggestions for adding support to the bucket while using them too. Cheers and thanks for watching and for the comment!
Yeah I'd go the extra money and get the pallet forks. These have a huge blind spot made by the bucket. Plus the weight is that much farther out past the pivot pins. You almost need an extra set of eyes guiding you into the pallets. Just not my favorite place to save a few bucks. But great video as always.
Good morning IHB! Thanks for sharing the comment and for watching. Cheers!
10 square feet of melted driveway in the backdrop. “Spring is coming.” Haha love the eternal optimism!
LOL. Good morning Tim! Hey, that's how it starts. :)) Have a good one!
I think pallet forks are indispensable. I run a small Bobcat at my work and we move lots of equipment and material using the pallet forks. Here at the hacienda, I have a neighbor who has a set of SSQA pallet forks for his tractor and I have borrowed them from time to time to move brush piles, railroad ties, old fencing, etc…they work great! So a set of SSQA pallets forks is on my list of additions for my tractor:)
Good morning Mick! Thanks and hope all is well with you and your family. I would like to try a set of full QA forks at some point to see the difference and how practical they would be for me. Not sure I have a lot of use for them but will keep them in mind. Be well and enjoy the weekend!
Ok,ok, I pass you the crown, you win, man with the most toys!!
LOL. All the best!
Real handy for sure. For moving things around like you are doing here, you should be OK. With the center of gravity extending beyond the bucket, this would explain the tipsy topsy effect. I don't have a grappler & I may go with a full size set of forks with the quick attach for my 990 JD. This way I can load up 15 or 20 ft. lengths of trees & bring them out for processing. This will be my poor man's version of a grappler. I don't have the extra hyd. hookups for a grappler either as this would require a Fesse valve & a electronic switch on the bucket control lever.
Excellent presentation here GP as you found a practical, affordable way to move things around the yard...
Bill... :~)
Good day and thanks BOTH. I think these will be handy for small loads and the few times I need them. I see a lot of folks use full QA forks for hauling trees so it looks like you are all set up for the coming summer work. Cheers and all the best!
They look well-done GP those Pellets forks, but I saw bent bucket ! with these .
Good morning Leo. Great to hear from you. Yes, I will need to be careful with how much weight I put on them for sure. Hope you are doing well!
For moving Your implements I think it’s perfect, I wouldn’t want to put too much weight on those for much else.
You bet Richard. Will be careful with how much I put on them. Cheers!
Hi GP, I use to have a set for my junior tractor since i could not remove the bucket, but I bought the regular forks with my Big Boy tractor... Also use them as a Poor Man’s Grapple, until i can get the OK from the Finance committee to purchase the Grapple...God Bless...Chief...{NYS/ADK}
LOL. Thanks Chief. I hope the committee soon gives you the thumbs up. :)) Cheers and all the best to you!
Had to drive a fork lift at work and I loved it . Lots of power and easy to see the skid . Those forks are great in a pinch but are they hard to see the holes on the skid . Great for light things but I would be afraid of bending the bucket . Would hate to have to spend the money to replace a bucket . I'm sure those forks are good enough for many people but I myself would save the money and get the quick attach forks . You never know if you might have to load or unload something heavy . For my piece of mind I'd get the quick attach . No giveaway question today Gord . Maybe I missed something . Had paper and pen ready to go . Take care .
Good morning Henry. Some good points and makes good sense. Farmers had the full quick hitch forks too but wanted to try these out as I only have small needs for forks. Yes, no question today my friend. Have a great week!
Good morning GP, good video and a time saver too. Better get Guy out there to take a look too! He might have an idea to save you down the road on this one. The idea is great but easy to go over the line, however you are pretty cautious with your equipment and will probably be fine. Thanks for sharing, keep em coming...
Good morning ODD! Thanks - I think they are pretty handy for light and small needs but I wanted to try them out. The guys at Farmers had the full quick hitch forks too. Will be careful for sure. Thanks and all the best ODD!
I've got a set of forks for my Kubota and they're very handy. Definitely be careful to not put too much weight on them as I've already bent my bucket. Also make sure you have ballast. While loading up the forks with logs last summer the back end came right off the ground. Luckily I was standing right next to it and lowered the bucket which dropped the back tires back to the ground. I've got a B2320 so slightly smaller than yours.
Good day and thank for the advice NMO. Some good advice for sure. Cheers!
Looks like another item I'm going to put on my want list. Might have to go back to work to buy these attachments. LOL
LOL. Good day Scott. I think these are a good idea for myself as I have small needs and don't need to lift too much or too often but if I had bigger needs I would definitely look into the full quick hitch set of forks. Thanks and all the best. ( PS - don't go back to work, enjoy the outdoors..:LOL). Cheers!
I looked at clamp on forks but couldn't justify the price so i decided to make my own with materials I had here . They are somewhat similar to these although I used a smaller bolt at the rear. As crude as mine look they work surprisingly well and will pick up way more than I should. Main trouble with the clamp on forks is you can't see them because of the bucket. I have lots of experience with forks as would anyone who has farmed. Lots of experience gathering, stacking and loading apple bins. Perhaps I will get around to finishing and painting over the rust and do a video :) I have an afternoon in them using materials I had so a lot cheaper than any I could purchase. I too worried about clamping to the bucket edge.
Good morning Michael. Thanks for the info . Me too. A little difficult trying to see around the bucket so I drove very slowly into the pallets. It is great that you have the skills and experience to weld and make some equipment yourself - it must feel pretty good being able to make your own things and plus save some money. Cheers and have a great weekend!
Great video. I know what you mean about worrying about your bucket. If you wanted to distribute the weight between the top and bottom edges of the bucket you could drill a hole in each edge and run a chain with a turn-buckle between the two edges. You may also want to include a piece of reinforcing steel on the top and bottom sides of the bucket. Then the only limiting factor would be your hydraulic capacity.
Michael from Alberta
Good morning Michael and thanks for the advice. A few other folks suggested similar means of distributing the weight which I think makes a lot of sense. I could not get any specs on how much weight the bottom would take so I think using a means to distribute or support the weight is a great idea. Hope all is well in the west. Cheers and enjoy the weekend!
In the closing shot, it appeared the fork closest to you had deviated out to the side. Another YT tractor buff suggested another version of clamp-on forks, which has a cross member to keep the bars parallel, as a better option. Any comments?
Hi jp. Been folowing your post for a while. I didn’t know this type of pallet lifter was existing. I will buy a pair for sure . Tks from new brunswick.
Good morning Eric! Thanks for your support ! Yes, pretty handy for smaller weight loads and infrequent use I believe. Just have to be careful not to lift too much weight (beyond what the bucket will handle). If I had lots of need for forks, I would buy the full quick attach set but these are a good option for me. Cheers and thanks again!
Whit your pallet forks I think you would like a level indicator nice video
I went with "full on" pallet forks, it assists with providing better visibility when maneuvering, not at risk of bending the bucket and if I decide to sell them, my guess is that they will have a good residual value. But I can see why you are interested in the "attach to bucket" forks. Cheers!
Good day Ron. Some great points there and I am sure they should hold value and much more robust for heavier loads and frequent use. I will keep sharp on how much weight I am putting on them for sure. Cheers and thanks for the good comments this morning. Cheers!
It's a cleaver idea but at some point you are going to want to lift something that bucket wont take. Even at half the price I would have opted for a real set of pallet forks.
Good morning Wayne. You may be right on that. I find that as I am getting better at using the tractor I am finding more and more things to do with it. For now , these are good for me but I will be careful with what I lift with them. Thanks and all the best!
Great info GP!
I was just thinking about a set for my bx which doesn’t have a skid loader type quick attach. I was wondering if they work, so thanks for showing the unit. I concur with William on his comments too. Cheers!
Good morning Tom. Yes, they are pretty handy so glad I am getting to use them for a little while from Farmer's. I think for someone like myself who doesn't have a great need for forks , and use it for smaller loads, this is a good option. Cheers and all the best!
Greetings GP! Thank you and very helpful video and I appreciate your humor, you make my day. Cheers
Just noticed your propane storage. Two, 1000gal tanks gives you about 1600 gallons of storage capacity. Pretty sure that will last all winter. Must be tough getting a delivery truck down your road. Nice, neat installation. 👍
Good morning TD. LOL. You know your stuff. That is exactly why they offered to install the second tank a few years back. Had a hard time getting in through the forest two winters in a row. Great guys though - they wouldn't give up and they got in but it was a lot of trouble, so now we don't have to worry. Have a great weekend!
they look very well made I made a set for my front end loader not near as nice as the ones you have. But mine have done the job as well.
Keep up the great vidios
Good day Bob! Good stuff. Certainly a lot easier than using chains to lift equipment. Have a good week!
Gary I am going to make a set of forks like that, I have the material to do so. Forks are a great addition. I see you still have snow , we lost ours
last week. Snowblower off snow blade off chains off my Kubota and I will be able to plant the peas and potatoes in a couple of weeks. it is spring now in the valleys of southeast BC we even have the pussy willows out and the tulips are poking through , and there is life in the grass.
Hey good morning Bruce. Some great signs of spring there. Still a little snow here melting so hopefully within a couple of weeks we will be through it. Beautiful in BC. I can't wait to get back into warmer temps and sunshine in the morning here. Cheers!
Hey Gord, did I miss the contest question? Those pallet forks look like they should do what you require of them. Another good accessory for the tractor 👍.
Good morning L. No you are good. No question in that one so you are caught up. Have a great weekend!
Oh Gord you got cheap at the wrong time. LOL Kent from PEI.
LOL. Good morning Kent! On loan to try out and use for a little while but I thought it's a pretty good option for my very limited, small needs but certainly if I had more use for a set, then I think a full set up would make more sense. And hey, I have to save for my garage one day. LOL. Thanks and have a great week!
Good evenings GP, I sincerely hope that you have a great vacation ! As always GP, this is a very good video and certainly very handy to have these removable fork's, CHeers !!!
Thanks Dave! Cheers!
That is awesome!
Got the notes app on my phone all ready to write down the answer to the next 10k giveaway question but was just limited to learning about clamp on forks.
Hey good morning Darren. Yes, no question in there this time. Just about the forks. Cheers and thanks for watching!
Thanks for the Great video. How much are the forks?
Your use here is very sound. However because you have a grapple, you will not be tempted to overload or abuse. Those without a grapple may be better served with quick attach forks to prevent damage to bucket or frame from overload.
Good day Phil. That is a good point. I am not sure how much my bucket can lift using it this way so will be very careful. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
Phil Swords - Exactly what I was going to post.
Great idea. But like many others have stated, my concern is just how much weight that bucket can take.
Good morning Sonnicman. Yup, I appreciate the feedback. I think these will be great for smaller loads and someone like myself who has occasional needs for forks. But I will be careful with how much I load on them. Thanks for the advice as always and have a great weekend!
I see some pallet racking in your future... not sure if there is room in the shed for it though. Also, have you thought about extending the shed?
Good morning RC. That's a good idea I think. I could set something up in the right side of the shed. I am saving to eventually build a garage because otherwise I can only extend the shed out into the front of the cabin area. So I will hang in there until I can build the garage. Have a good weekend and all the best!
Nice
Seems as though it would be very easy to damage the bucket with those. And SSQA forks are pretty easy to connect. I'll stick with my forks!
I think I have to be pretty careful for sure on how much I lift 4x4. I might see if I can borrow a full set to see how they work in comparison. Cheers 4x4!
If you become concerned about bending the bucket, I recommend a replaceable cutting edge for the bucket. Also great for going into banks with large stones. Will add about 70# though.
Good morning and thanks Don. Have a had a few ideas from folks about managing the weight on the bucket. Some great ideas fro you and others. Have a great weekend!
What's with this guy and cheers
Good morning Zach. I guess, just my way of wishing you well good sir. All the best!
Hi GP I took your advice and bought the L2501. I need a set of pallet forks I do not know if the clamp ones will work for me. I am by myself alot. I like the idea of storage on them. I am leaning towards the quick attach. Are you still happy with yours? Regards
Hey congratulations Lee! Awesome. I'll bet you can't wait to see it pulling in your driveway. For me, the clamp on forks work ok - I don't use them alot so it makes sense for me. However, you can't see them once you start to drop the bucket so it is difficult to use them sometimes. Also, you may have noticed I am using a chain and binder setup to support the lower bucket floor to stop it from possibly getting warped under the weight. If I were to start using them regularly or more often, I would definitely get a proper quick attach set. I would be able to properly manage heavy weight and also I would be able to see the forks. I think for the extra you may have to pay, a full QA set would do the trick, especially if you are often working alone. Hope that helps. Let me know how it goes from time to time, and be safe out there! Cheers!
I don't know where you're going to store all these attachments, but I'd line them up some how side by side and chain them all together. This would alleviate theft. Just my 2 cents. Have a good day! 😎😎🤔🤔🤔
Good morning Tom. I was thinking the same thing about 2 weeks ago. LOL. Cheers and thanks!
G P you need a bigger shed for storage like 40' x 60' +/- :)
Yes sir. A definite need. One day. :)) Cheers!
GP. Hoping you can share some of your opinion on tractor shopping and why you chose to buy the B2650 instead of the L2501. Thanks!
Good morning HA. Thanks for the question. After I did my research, including visits to several different brand dealerships, I thought I would need a 2501 (I spent time visiting dealers and comparing specs etc). At the time, the 2501 was several thousand $$ more than the 2601. My dealer (that I eventually chose to buy from) explained to me that based on the needs and size of property, and things I told him I needed a tractor to do, he told me that the 2501 was too much tractor and that the smaller B would be best suited for me. I was a little leery at first to be honest, but I chose to trust him (they have been selling tractors since the early 1970's). It's not often that someone foregoes a bigger sale. The owner actually delivered the unit to me personally and walked around the property with me and confirmed to me that he was still of the opinion that the 2601 would do the job. He was right. If I had a bigger property, then the 2501 would have been the right choice I think. There have been a few times that the B was not able to what I needed but 99% of the time, it has. So I am 100% happy to date with it. But keep in mind, I do have a small property (about 4 acres). I saw that the 2501 was on sale recently for less than the cost of a B but not sure if that sale is still going. If it had been cheaper at the time, I most likely would have bought it instead. I hope that helps a bit. Happy to answer any other questions you have. Cheers!
GP Outdoors Yes it definitely answers my question. We just bought 44 acres and am looking to purchase our first tractor. I like all the deluxe features you get in the B series tractors, but I like the size of the frame on the L series. They’re a little less comfortable. I wish kubota had an L series that had the luxuries of the B series like a flat floor deck, deck mat, fender mounted loader control etc. thank you very much for the detailed explanation. Once I get a tractor I’d love to do some sort of collaboration with your channel!
Glad if it is helpful HA. Congrats on the new property. You must be pretty excited. I am not an expert or anything but you may wish to look at the 3301 or 3901, or similar size of another brand. They are heavier (which is very important) and of course can manage bigger capacities. And I think you can get them with more features. The B series may not have enough power and capacity. I am pretty happy it worked out for me on this smaller property, but I would just hate for you to buy something that did not give you the power, weight and capacity you need for such a big property. Good luck and would love to hear how it turns out. Currently I don't do much collaboration with other channels formally but perhaps something to consider sometime down the road. Cheers and all the best!
You posted this video last April I believe. Are you still happy with the forks?
Good morning Mark. That's a great question. I am going to give them back and get a set of full QA forks this year. Quick story: I never wanted a set because I didn't think I really had much of a need for forks. So when Dave at Farmer's put them into my pickup truck one day, I told him I really didn't have a need for them. He said, then just leave them in your shed in case you ever do. After a year now, I have used them so many times that I need a full set. The clamp-ons are great if you have an occasional need for forks. They work great, but because they are on the bucket, you can't see the forks once you curl the bucket down. Plus you are carrying the weight out further from the FEL pins. Not a big problem if you only use them once in a while. But with a regular need for them, I think its best to have a full set - this way I will be able to see the forks when using them and will be able to hold the weight closer to the FEL pins. I am pretty surprised at how often I have found a useful purpose for them. Hope that answers the question. Good luck and thanks !
@@GPOutdoors yes, thanks. Have a great day
Be careful you dont bend that bucket!
Good morning PB! You bet! All the best!
@@GPOutdoors I'm thinking that you will run out of lift before you can damage your bucket. The load is way out in front of your pivot pins therefore it greatly reduces your lift capacity.
Forks look like a real back saver. What is the brand/make? Appreciate your channel GP.
Good morning Terry. Hope you are well. I think they are BECO. I got them at Farmer Equipment Sales. Have a great weekend!
Sir, I may have it. But where did you buy these forks? Thank you.
These were from Farmer Equipment Sales (website same name) here in Ontario Canada.
If it’s infrequent well considered use there is no harm. As always you have to consider the limits of the setup.
Good morning and good point Roger. I think that makes sense. I have small needs such as this so I think this is a good option for me but if I had more need or use and heavier loads, then a full set would be best I think too. Cheers and thanks for the comment this morning!
Just curious, does your bota have a bucket indicator? If so, when your forks are flat before you pull into a pallet, does the indicator help? I have a SSQA fork setup. Takes some learning to see how the tractor reacts to different load weights. Definitely good ballast on the 3pt makes things a bit safer. Another great video!
Good morning Defend. Thanks for the question. No, I don't have a level indicator and difficult to see the end of the forks over the top of the bucket. Good point on the need for ballast too. Cheers and thanks again!
Curious about the lift capacity they are rated for. Nice tractor and setup 👍🏻
Good day H. They are rated for 2,000 lbs I believe, however my bucket won't take that much weight. Hope that helps. Cheers!
Did you need the rear counter weight?
Good morning Dave. I believe so . I always keep weight on the back for ballast for anything I do. Cheers!
What brand/maker are these pallet forks?
Hey Graham. I believe they are BECO brand. I got them from Kevin and Dave at Farmer Equipment Sales. I believe you can see them and more detail on their website (of the same name). Cheers!
We all push our tractors to or past their individual capacity. Clamp on pallet forks are a bad idea!!
Good morning Chuck. I think thats a good point for folks to be mindful of. Personally, I liked having them. Great for small needs or infrequent needs, I found. I certainly agree that full set of forks would be best for regular use. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinion. Always helpful for people to get different perspectives and views. All the best!
Clamp on forks stink. The bucket isn’t strong enough to handle the lifting force on the end of the tips. Skid steer buckets are much better suited.
Good day Mike. Thanks for the feedback. A full set of forks would be great I think but I thought these were pretty good for small loads and simple uses. But certainly agree that if i had big loads or a regular need for forks, a full SSQA set would be best suited. Have a good one and thanks for sharing your opinions on them. Cheers!