Anyone using ramps or lift device to service their compat tractor

[Orange1forme]

I did a forum search and read the posts, but not too much there so I am reasking the question.

I am getting a B2650 with cab.
I have watched the youtube maintenance videos and it would be nice not to have to lay on the ground to do it, especially for those of us that are in a winter climate.

 

[mickeyd]

Even in a warmer climate I have trouble getting up after laying down under the tractor.

Nothing I hate worse than having to get up and down several times to get a project done.

 

[Firefox]

You will love that tractor when you get it. A large piece of cardboard works great to slide underneath it due to the clearance. I suppose you could drive up four matching automotive ramps but that could be very dangerous . Tractors do not have wide Frame lift points for a car lift

 

[William1]

Unless you have a lift, you will need a creeper. If you have long arms and can squat, you might be able to reach almost everything with no 'aids'.
I think through (as best I can) what job I am doing and be prepared to minimize the number of times I get up and down. Only then changing the hydraulic fluids front and back, do I have to raise the tractor so as to enable my four gallon drain bucket to fit under. Regular oil and filter changes there is no need to raise it.

 

[charleneandrich]

I back it onto 2 automobile ramps, and then use a floor jack for the front. If you run it up the ramps in front, then jack the back it will be very wobbly side to side due to the front end geometry (BX). If you do jack the back, do one side at a time to keep it stable.


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[Orange1forme]

I back it onto 2 automobile ramps, and then use a floor jack for the front. If you run it up the ramps in front, then jack the back it will be very wobbly side to side due to the front end geometry (BX). If you do jack the back, do one side at a time to keep it stable.


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I could see that on the sub compact BX series, but not sure of doing that on the B series or larger.

 

[Orange1forme]

You will love that tractor when you get it. A large piece of cardboard works great to slide underneath it due to the clearance. I suppose you could drive up four matching automotive ramps but that could be very dangerous . Tractors do not have wide Frame lift points for a car lift

I was thinking of this, but with dual rear ramps, providing more surface area for the tires.

Just not sure of its stability or ability to get up there. Would hate to roll it!!!

 

[shiraz627]

I used my Rhino ramps when servicing my BX23S. Placed the front onto them.You still need a creeper, but it is easier.

 

[John Lash]

I've never even thought of raising a tractor. Most everything is accessible from one side or the other. I've never had a tractor with a cab. Maybe that makes a difference.

I do use a hydraulic jack to lift the front end a couple inches to make it easier to slide the mmm deck out.

I use a jack to barely raise the rear wheels off the ground to make it easier to put tire chains on too.

 

[Bulldog]

I've loaded mine on the trailer before just so it was up higher. Helps on some stuff.

 

[Dave_eng]

My brother has one of these from Ohio Steel.
https://ohiosteel.com/project/1092/
Works like the stuff Formula One cars use with no hydraulics or other to give problems.
He bought his at Walmart.

Dave

 

[shootem604]

I have 3ph power in my shop and lucked out as our fleet mechanic was moving shops and was divesting a 3ph 4 post drive on hoist. $1200 later and I had hoist in my shop, 4t, with wheels free option. I drive the tractor on it, raise it 1' and I can reach my shop mezzanine to place pallets using my clamp on forks.