Lovejoy is meant to be a fixed fitting it is not made to move side to side like that. That is what a universal yoke is made for much like WrenchinOnIt stated.
I did a setup like his back in 2010 on my 1886-03 with loader.
Posted February 07, 2016 - 08:55 PM
Lovejoy is meant to be a fixed fitting it is not made to move side to side like that. That is what a universal yoke is made for much like WrenchinOnIt stated.
I did a setup like his back in 2010 on my 1886-03 with loader.
Posted February 07, 2016 - 10:04 PM
On the Bolens GT2000 the PTO shaft goes through the axle pivot so we don't have to deal with that movement. Looks like a couple of guys have come up with good solutions for you.
Good luck
Posted February 08, 2016 - 06:05 AM
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Posted February 08, 2016 - 08:32 AM
What have you guys used for pumps?
WrenchinOnIt, is that the pump that you used or just to show how it mounts?
The pump I have on it currently is a Dynamic .61cu in, 4.91 gpm at 2000 rpm and it seems a little slow...still manageable but it takes about 8 second to lift all the way with an empty bucket.
Posted February 08, 2016 - 10:38 AM
AA Hayes, I just took the blade off yesterday because it kept getting hung up in the snow...I'll see if I have any pictures. It would be pretty simple to build a mount and blade like the Terra blade. It works great on soft or freshly dumped dirt/gravel but does not do very well on a packed driveway (that is rocky) like mine. It fetches up on rocks and lifts the rear enough to loose traction.
I can get pictures of it off the tractor and some measurements if you're interested.
Posted February 08, 2016 - 11:18 AM
Line size can cause slowness also. If the hoses are 1/4", you might need to upgrade to 3/8" for faster (more volume) flow to the cylinders.
Posted February 08, 2016 - 12:34 PM
AA Hayes, I just took the blade off yesterday because it kept getting hung up in the snow...I'll see if I have any pictures. It would be pretty simple to build a mount and blade like the Terra blade. It works great on soft or freshly dumped dirt/gravel but does not do very well on a packed driveway (that is rocky) like mine. It fetches up on rocks and lifts the rear enough to loose traction.
I can get pictures of it off the tractor and some measurements if you're interested.
Posted February 10, 2016 - 05:45 PM
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Edited by blackjackjakexxix, February 11, 2016 - 04:56 PM.
Posted February 11, 2016 - 04:45 PM
Well, now that you mention it...
I am a firm believer in Rim Guard.
It's a beet juice derivative, and it has a number of advantages over all of the other fluids being used.
It's non-toxic, non-corrosive, and environmentally friendly.
It weighs @ 11 lb/gal vs. 8 lb/gal for the water based fluids, so you get more weight per tire.
That means that with your 20D, you will get 80 lb/tire with anti-freeze, www fluid, etc. while you will get 110 lb/tire with Rim Guard. That extra 30 lb/tire will make a big difference.
The disadvantage is the cost, and finding a dealer that carries it.
As for the cost, I feel that the other advantages make that worthwhile and since it's just a one time thing, not all that important.
To find a dealer you need to call them. They actually prefer that you to call for a location.
Here's their web site: http://www.rimguard.biz/
ETA: IF you do go with Rim Guard, it's vital that you change your valve stems to metal ones.
Edited by OldBuzzard, February 11, 2016 - 04:48 PM.
Posted February 11, 2016 - 04:47 PM
I use window washer fluid,takes about 5 gallons ea rear wheel (26×12×12),it's about the cheapest way to go,there are alot of other products out there,Old Buzzard can you chime in on this,I know you have luck with another product
You only put 5 gal in your tires?
A 26x12-12 should hold 10 gal. when it's filled to 75%, which is generally filling it to the valve stem when the stem is at the 12:00 position.
Edited by OldBuzzard, February 11, 2016 - 04:47 PM.