Looking For Advice On Addons For My New Tractor.

[rc51stierhoff]

Good day. I really don’t have much to add beyond what others have said above...lots of solid advice up there. Below is an article(s) that might be helpful if still deciding.

Beyond that I think pallet forks is the most versatile attachment…PFs (and toothbar for the bucket) for me would be a must, but I think ultimately you have to decide how you plan to use the machine. (Depending on how setting up your machine and whether you will use at night, consideration for some extra lights might be helpful IMO).

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[Runs With Scissors]

Good day. I really don’t have much to add beyond what others have said above...lots of solid advice up there. Below is an article(s) that might be helpful if still deciding.

Beyond that I think pallet forks is the most versatile attachment…PFs (and toothbar for the bucket) for me would be a must, but I think ultimately you have to decide how you plan to use the machine. (Depending on how setting up your machine and whether you will use at night, consideration for some extra lights might be helpful IMO).

Tractor Attachments You Need (& Ones To Wish For) - Hobby Farms

This tractor attachment list tells you which ones you absolutely need to have—and which attachments to put on your wish list.

www.hobbyfarms.com

Tractor Talk: Tires, Ballast & Fuel Stabilizers - Hobby Farms

When it comes to using and maintaining your tractor, tires, ballasts and fuel stabilizers are unassuming but essential elements to consider.

www.hobbyfarms.com

That article was good, but they accidently put the backhoe on the "splurge" list.

I know (and ya'll know) that I am "Team Backhoe", so that's no surprise.

For me getting a BH is on the same level of "awesome'ness" as getting the tractor and loader itself. I constantly find new things to do with that thing.

I wonder what percentage of people that write these articles/videos actually have one? Are they speaking from experience, or are they just saying "it's a lot of money, and I don't think I'd use it that much?"


Backhoe owners poll here

 

[rc51stierhoff]

That article was good, but they accidently put the backhoe on the "splurge" list.

I know (and ya'll know) that I am "Team Backhoe", so that's no surprise.

For me getting a BH is on the same level of "awesome'ness" as getting the tractor and loader itself. I constantly find new things to do with that thing.

I wonder what percentage of people that write these articles/videos actually have one? Are they speaking from experience, or are they just saying "it's a lot of money, and I don't think I'd use it that much?"

I don’t disagree…I have a BH92 and when I use it it’s like being back in the sandbox…it’s awesome, and actually it is very versatile when you consider the big hydraulic arm can be used for more than digging…I’ve heard of living legends that have even used for piñata ceremonies…so the functionality is up to the imagination. I’d buy mine all over again even though I don’t use it much…I value having it available on demand…I don’t think that makes financial sense on its own…but between the feel good factor, on demand availability I would buy again. I do wonder would I have been better with it in my B than the MX…and then rent or pay for larger jobs. I am glad I have it though.

 

[The Evil Twin]

You can measure your bucket and mounting holes for the smooth edge and EA will make a bolt on tooth bar.

Yessir! Both them and BXPanded will. You just have to measure.

@Soopitup -There are two options for snow: Edge Tamers or Delrin strip/ Trex.

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Folks have also just used a strip of Trex decking and bolted it to the bucket edge.

 

[UnEasyRider]

This is my favorite Grappler, Royce Gracey......

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No third function needed!

 

[Soopitup]

I didn't know that a BX had 3rd function hydralic power to run a front post hole digger Effectively. ???

I'll have to add one. Doesn't come with it.

35K for a BX? Wow. Just wow. A lot has changed since I bought my LX2610 cab two years ago!

Respectfully, I'd be considering bigger and more capable for that kind of $$$.

35K for the B2401 out the door. Includes tax, insurance, fees.
The BX is 31K out the door. With quick disconnect front loader, scraping edge, backhoe, thumb, beet juice, plus above mentioned.
B2401 is 31,
BX23s is 27 and change minus 1500 rebate.
I would rather spend less and buy used, but this is zero down zero interest. So I can save the big chunk for something else.

1. You're gonna love having a BH.........After having one, I would not consider a tractor without one.

2. That sir is Heresy!!!!!

3. My BH77 did not come with them. I would bet yours will not as well.

Here is a link for some that are "reasonable" if they make them for your model hoe. Be sure to take measurements because they do not seem to list every tractor they actually fit.

https://www.flippadinternational.com/collections/all/Kubota

There are others that make them too, with bigger feet and such Like Ai2, and I'm sure there are others

https://bxattachments.com/product/k...ersized-stabilizer-feet-rubber-pad-accessory/

4. Will you have enough hydraulic output for that?

Thanks!
I couldn't do a tractor without the backhoe.
The Land Pride SA10 is supposed to be specifically designed for tractors like the BX.

I like to put my eyes on any implements I’m buying that are real money. I’d take a well build 80s implement over some of the stuff I’ve seen in production these days. If your stuck on new I’d buy once cry once and stick to the names that have been around for awhile.
as far as driveway I’ve seen people use a steel pipe slit and slid over the cutting edge. Then weld on some tabs and nuts to friction hold it in place with bolts like the edge skis do. I thought about this but if I wanted to leave the teeth on in the winter.

upfront post hole digger for a bx sounds expensive. To be honest I have never seen one. I don’t own a bx though. Probably adding that into your financing when you bought the tractor was your best bet. Unless I had a yearly use for it and crap tons of property I’d just rent a 3ph one or borrow one. Lots of them around. Another thing I’d consider is if your gonna remove the backhoe at times to work a ballast weight or box of some sort.

Can’t speak for rubbers or protection as I ended up with twin boys in life. Lol

As much as I hate to spend the money, I've found buying new is usually less hassle. You don't have to fix/deal with others lack of maintenance. Not worth my time.
All my stuff is kept under a roof.

It is. But I have to dig holes with lots of big tree roots. Don't want to deal with having to get it back out with a pipe wrench. The one I want to get mounts to the pallet forks I ordered. Saves about $800.

 

[NorthwoodsLife]

On a BX?

 

[leveraddict]

Until you know what you will be doing with your tractor only then you know what you will need! Asking forum members to spend your money may cause you to have unneeded unused implements and gadgets (Bling) laying around. Some things are not all their cracked up to be especially on a small tractor. Then you sell what you dont need at a loss. Take your time and use your own judgement! A new tractor without bling is a very capable machine!

 

[yorkies77]

BXpanded has a skid plate, belly pan that you need to put on. It protects the hst fan and I know from experience that you don’t want to have to replace that fan. I got a stick in mine and it took all the blades off of it. They also have a piranha bar. It’s a toothed bar for the fel. They also have many more items that are quality built.

 

[Soopitup]

I was asking for info on the specific attachments I mentioned. Not going any further than pallet forks and post hole digger right now. And little stuff like the toothed edge.

Supposedly the SA10 (that vid is the SA20) is specifically designed for the BX23? Not sure where I read that, but their site says for subcompact tractors and low flow.

Land Pride

www.landpride.com

Hoping it will be some help planting trees and digging a trench perpendicular to the tractor as well as post holes.

I'll take a look at the belly pan. My yard is pretty even and only lightly sloped, so not alot of tipping/damage danger.

 

[Soopitup]

SA 10 is for 15 35 hp tractors with 4 - 8 GPM hydraulics.

 

[Tractor Gal]

Sadly, I have had a bad experience with Bxpanded. My email complaint has gone unanswered which is a disappointment. There are quite a few companies that offer accessories for BX tractors. Check them out.

Tractor Gal

Shortly after emailing Bxpanded again this morning, I have gotten a response. They are willing to make things right. I will have to soften my view and rescind my remarks.

 

[Soopitup]

BXpanded has a skid plate, belly pan that you need to put on. It protects the hst fan and I know from experience that you don’t want to have to replace that fan. I got a stick in mine and it took all the blades off of it. They also have a piranha bar. It’s a toothed bar for the fel. They also have many more items that are quality built.

Man, when I originally read this I took a look at the radiator fan (I missed the HST part, still learning these) and had a hard time seeing how you jammed a stick up in there. Not to mention it looks relatively easy to replace.

I was poking around underneath familiarizing myself with this a little more and I found the fan you're talking about. Son of a bitch. lol.
I guess I need to call BX tomorrow and add that skid plate to my Piranha bar order....

 

[GrizBota]

The Land Pride paper work will tell you the flow requirements for the FEL mounted hole auger. The glossy for the BX will tell you the capacity of the tractor. A good sales person will know both. Most will know neither.

Yes you will need a 3rd function to run a hole auger. The 3rd function kit from LP is around $1000. A dealer will charge about $200 to install it quickly (poorly). Do it yourself if your want it to be done right. A WR Long kit might be a coupe hundred less than LP. I believe Summit sells some even less expensive one size fits many fits many kits.

Believe it or not, I ordered my LP 3rd function kit on Amazon.

 

[DustyRusty]

I looked at where you are from... North Attleboro... I am going to assume that is in Massachusetts for my comments. I live in CT near Southbridge MA, so I am familiar with where you live, and the types of snow that you may encounter this winter. You might get along with just the bucket, but you will be doing a lot of extra work if the snowstorm is a Noreaster. I know because I have lived through a bunch of them including the blizzard of 78. I would suggest either a snowblower or a snowplow. I have both because after I blow the snow off the driveway and put it far into the field, I need to scrape the driveway clean to prevent ice the following day. I would also recommend the 1 1/2" wheel spacers. My personal belief is to take the backhoe off for the winter and use a weight box filled with whatever is heavy. I have about 600 pounds in my weight box and I have never had a need for chains on my BX22 or BX23S. On hard pavement, chains will scar the pavement and will make you feel like there is a bucking bronco underneath the seat. The front-mounted post-hole digger is a pipe dream come true if it works, however, I would want to see one working on a BX before purchase. I am not very optimistic about it being a success.
I will warn you that if you have any doubt that what you are going to do with the machine isn't going to be safe, heed what your body and mind are telling you and don't do it. Many new operators have put their machines on their side and it wasn't a pleasant feeling afterwards. I would strongly recommend that you install an incline meter on your tractor, and always wear your seat belt. Until you are familiar with the machine, go slow and stop if it doesn't feel safe. I turned a tractor over 40 years ago, and I was an experienced operator on that machine. You can buy many machines in your lifetime, but if one machine accident kills you, that is the end. Lost a good friend who died when the compact tractor that he was cutting grass with overturned and he was crushed. He cut that very lawn for many years with that machine, but one day was different, and we have no idea why.

 

[Tractor Gal]

I looked at where you are from... North Attleboro... I am going to assume that is in Massachusetts for my comments. I live in CT near Southbridge MA, so I am familiar with where you live, and the types of snow that you may encounter this winter. You might get along with just the bucket, but you will be doing a lot of extra work if the snowstorm is a Noreaster. I know because I have lived through a bunch of them including the blizzard of 78. I would suggest either a snowblower or a snowplow. I have both because after I blow the snow off the driveway and put it far into the field, I need to scrape the driveway clean to prevent ice the following day. I would also recommend the 1 1/2" wheel spacers. My personal belief is to take the backhoe off for the winter and use a weight box filled with whatever is heavy. I have about 600 pounds in my weight box and I have never had a need for chains on my BX22 or BX23S. On hard pavement, chains will scar the pavement and will make you feel like there is a bucking bronco underneath the seat. The front-mounted post-hole digger is a pipe dream come true if it works, however, I would want to see one working on a BX before purchase. I am not very optimistic about it being a success.
I will warn you that if you have any doubt that what you are going to do with the machine isn't going to be safe, heed what your body and mind are telling you and don't do it. Many new operators have put their machines on their side and it wasn't a pleasant feeling afterwards. I would strongly recommend that you install an incline meter on your tractor, and always wear your seat belt. Until you are familiar with the machine, go slow and stop if it doesn't feel safe. I turned a tractor over 40 years ago, and I was an experienced operator on that machine. You can buy many machines in your lifetime, but if one machine accident kills you, that is the end. Lost a good friend who died when the compact tractor that he was cutting grass with overturned and he was crushed. He cut that very lawn for many years with that machine, but one day was different, and we have no idea why.

Wow, DustyRusty, your info about the man who was crushed is startling. I do know that my BX23D is not to be trusted on much of anything but level earth. The wheel base is far too small, I believe. Your warning about not doing things that are uncomfortable are right on target. I tend to leave things undone if there is any doubt at all. Good post.

Tractor Gal

 

[fried1765]

I find that my pallet forks are used as much as the bucket.
As for a grapple, not so much. It's cool and all, but forks are my go to for moving larger stuff. My grapple collects dust. My forks collect tree limbs... cuttings. And removes pallets from bobtail delivery trucks and my pickup. It lifts anything I can hook a chain to. Just sayin'. In my opinion, a grapple..meh.

I didn't know that a BX had 3rd function hydralic power to run a front post hole digger Effectively. ???

"my grapple collects dust"
DITTO.
YMMV.

 

[ShootinBlanks]

my first addition was a canopy and lights… then a set of turf tires. Little things like skidding arch and tooth bar (which I take off to push snow on a gravel driveway) came later