One thing that I have not figured out yet is why there is never any kind of tool box or something else for items usually needed while operating in the field. My main items that I like to have handy are a couple of different lengths of chains, Choker, 8# Mall, Gloves, interchangeable balls, and the all so important, Horent & Wasp Spray. My solution was this find on Ebay,
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5A3OR-New-K...Tool-Box-/221075206712?_trksid=p2054897.l4276
I ordered two, knowing where one was to go but not sure of the second. A support between the fenders, behind the seat would be where one would be mounted. These boxes have heavy built in supports to handle the weight.I happened to have some scrape alum rectangle tubing that made perfect spacers to allow the box to open without interfering with the SMV.
The second box, to my surprise, fit perfectly in the front grill guard. Weight was supported by the narrowing of the guard in front, but supports were needed up the back side. Not a whole lot of clearance from back of box to tractor, but enough. Also, no impact on opening or closing the bonnet.
The second issue was that were no chain hooks on the FEL. I have acquired many skills over the years, except welding, which I regret that I was never around anyone that had that skill. So, through the years I've been a bolt and nut specialist. Pondering what I was going to do, as my bucket has a rolled over lip that would not offer much support under a heavy load, welding seemed like the only option because of additional (Spacer) needed also. I see $$ adding up. To my rescue came http://www.boltonhooks.com. Right down my ally, drill a couple of holes, paint it, install it. What a nice clean look.
Oh my, I've rambled on too long, Photos on the way
Ron
