Glad I came across your channel from a referral from a friend! I got a 1978 JD 316 with a K341 engine. Big thumper. Just changed the hydrostatic fluid in the ol' girl again last year. Still running strong from good maintenance!

That would probably be a good little snow machine you need to make some skis for the front

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Rusty Stuff I am planning on it. I am just to wrap up filming mounting a dozer blade on the front then i will test it spreading dirt and topsoil

Can’t believe this doesn’t have a million plus views! Awesome Job Normy! 🤙🏻🇺🇸🦅🔧

I watched and excellent job. My only gripe per say when I watch a video like this I'm watching for step by step instruction on how the whole build went.

That's what I'm talkin about! This is awesome, Norman.

I used to learn a lot from my Dad.. as he chained me to the job by my wrist!

Best vid ive seen that trully shows the track build👍🏼

Good video, get of the floor you make my knees hurt. Put a stop on the chop saw for multiple cuts.

@TheTorkerman

6 жыл бұрын

Jerry Evans and he could cut multiple pieces in one go 😎

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

A fab table is in the future for me!

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

Yes please get off the ground you're making my back and knees hurt and a stop will make sure every grouse is identical

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

I used to do a lot of work at lower levels usually waist high or lower and after receiving severe damage to my back and one knee I learned that all too important lesson about working on the ground in my case aggravating my back damage however... in your case if you continue working like that it most likely will eventually lead to similar problems. I was just hoping you would heed a lesson learned the hard way. Plus working at or slightly above waist level when welding will lead to better quality welds and a better welding position.

@andrewesqueda265

6 жыл бұрын

first thing I thought of, besides building a bench

Very inspiring... Thanks for sharing this video...

Outstanding! Thanks for the video, really inspired me to build my own tracks. Thank you.

You and your little helper , keep up the great videos.

nice build! love seeing people who respect the old tractors!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Wilkerson's mower shop I hope you dont mind but I may have to cut into the fender a little for track clearance. Sorry! I think Mr. Deere in the sky won't mind.

@wilkersonsmowershop8379

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors yea sometimes new life requires a little modification.

Great idea, definitely can grow on the idea.

Another fine build by Norm love the videos and ideas. I work at one of the biggest Hustler and Gravely dealers in my area and do a lot of hydraulic and eng repair but wish I was just working on old tractors instead of zero turns.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug! I am very lucky to be able to do what I do! Thanks for commenting and watching! The next few videos I put out will be on building this machine up to a half tracked dozer with test videos, etc.

@DDSNAG709

6 жыл бұрын

Can't wait. I have a cub 1872 I'm wanting to put a fel on and more attachments for the 3 point.

@kreszel

6 жыл бұрын

Doug Leggans THE BEST PART ABOUT BEING ABLE FOR THE GAME WAS THAT THE BEST

It may have been better to weld on the welded side of the chain link to reinforce that joint as the solid side shouldn't need that extra support. Just a suggestion.

that turned out fantastic. not sure if it can pivot with the idlers out back but add some coil overs to help put a little downforce. will help ensure as much pressure as possible is placed on ALL the track surface touching the ground.

@Isavetractors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I will be modifying again with some changes this winter. Stay tuned!

Nice job young man.

Great job!

great job

Really cool project; a simple mod would be to add a tensioner to the trailing wheels to accommodate track stretching. THANKS for the share!!!!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Russell D. Moser done! The next video will show just that.

Nice work fella for sure.

nice half track build.

@aghagulaghagul7685

6 жыл бұрын

Thomas Russell I

Oh man that is super cool!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

My 316 needs this now

Good job

This channel is gold! Why didn’t I subscribe sooner!

I’m very impressed that your son wears his safety glasses . Please make a video of the new half track assembly. Again , I own a 316 model John Deere. I am shopping for a Vulcan multiprocessing welder. The Black Friday sale at harbor freight might be my ticket to ride . Once again , great video . Keep up the good work. And proper safety standards.

@Isavetractors

3 жыл бұрын

I like those Vulcan welders. I tried to buy one when they first came out but they were sold out everywhere. I ended up with a Klutch Northern Tool Welder instead, but I am still eyeing those Vulcans. Thanks for your kind words!

I have to echo some of the other comments, a jig would be good. Past that, I myself love garden tractors and am a member of the VGTCOA. Keep up the good work. Those of us that "understand" appreciate the videos. And to the haters: piss on 'em.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I too am a member of the VGTCOA

Glad to see the 317 living on. I still have the firewall if you need it. I found it shortly after it left the driveway.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Yes please!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

BTW, I ended up picking up a John Deere 400! Very excited about that ever since I saw the one you have.

@rydplrs71

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors email me. To work it out. My yahoo mail has the same user name as here.

Very Nice

That is a good idea. Great job. I have a 318 with a front end loader. It always needs more traction when I load the bucket. Thanks

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

I will be building another front end loader, and I may also make it a half track or do duelies. I haven't yet decided. I will continue to test and modify this track system and see how it performs long term before deciding. Subscribe for future projects!

@kellypenrod2979

6 жыл бұрын

Add some counter weight to the rear,

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

Another trick is liquid filling the tires and it actually works better than wheel weights although just better (biggest difference is the lack of something protruding from the wheel assembly to get caught on something)

that is sweet...

Once again another goodvideo

Honestly I would buy that off you it's amazing

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Jack Doorley thank you!

That's awesome. Might do that for my Deere 177 although guess I'd need to disconnect the all wheel steering. Perhaps just making a set for the rear tires without the idler assembly would be enough? That's some serious bite those grousers would have.

Good tips on "Zinc Fumes" !!!

Force c'est du LOURD ☑️

This is a very good video ,very entertaining , thanks . cheers !

@kamalakarkale1925

3 жыл бұрын

👌👏🖐👌

I bet studs on the tires would be a good addition. Bad ass rig, man, tedious, but bad ass

that is pretty slick,let us know how it works out!

thatts a nice deere

Nice job Norman I'd like to see a pull competition between that tractor and the same tractor with just weights and chains to see which gives a better grip. Great video

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

I will have a friend bring their 317 over and we'll film it!

Wow! So cool!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Nils Kall thanks Nils. You are perhaps my favorite youtube subscriber.

@NilsKall

6 жыл бұрын

Oh! That's great, sure made my day! When I see that you have a new video I don't watch it immediately, I save it till I have time to sit down in peace and quiet and watch. Doing videos myself make me respect the time and effort that goes into any video that is more than just a clip, but your videos do stand out. Great content, just the right length to keep the interest without being to hasty and also good quality camerawork.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Nils Kall thanks! I just upgraded my mic and hope to upgrade my lighting this winter to make it even better. I also enjoy watching your videos and projects.

BRAVO ....MOLTO SEMPLICE , LO FARO' ANCHE AL MIO ........

Hi, Amazing Job !!! can I use part of your video to my compilation homemade inventions and projects

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Thanks for asking!

@MGszamanVlog

6 жыл бұрын

Thank You

That's pretty dope. I'd have put rubber pads on it, though.

@barryfirth1187

4 жыл бұрын

Rubber ain't helpful unless you don't want to damage hard surfaces like roads.. Our tracked vehicles had rubber pads unless we needed traction, then off came the rubber and we'd pound some cross grousers in, usually 6 to 10 on each side. Made a difference!👍

Witdth of the pieces of flat stock between the 90 bends?

Norman, I love your video's and have a k341 kohler motor im rebuilding. I have purchased some parts and loved the experience. When calling in this last time to order more internal parts I was surprised to be treated very poorly by your staff. The guy even hung up on me. Kinda weird since I called into give you my business because I like your videos so much.

@Isavetractors

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome to call my extension directly 207 298 9026 and I can personally help you.

tracks are cool but when do you use them? snow plow/thrower duties? No tiller or rear implements can be used like this or can they???

Bravo!

@valxvii2918

6 жыл бұрын

Nicky TUDOR t français?

@NickyTUDOR

6 жыл бұрын

Je ne suis pas français, je suis roumain.

How long are the chain lengths you used. I just made a plow for my JD 260 and may take on this project.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

70 chain links of 1/4" chain x 4 for the whole project. Let me know how it turns out. I have already made some modifications and will post an updated video shortly.

Great idea. Do you think that the half track will work on a newer model John Deere X 330? The problem I see is that the drive axle to wheel is only with a key way think that it would shear the key way when you get some torque on the axle as when you are mowing up a steep hill. Because my lawn is mostly on a 20 to 25 degree slope. Thank you for your help. Ron Alves USCG MKC RET

Hey thanks for the response.. so here it is have a 60's cub cadet with a squealing clutch. When i replace the bearings I'm still concerned about the what i think would be the weakest link the clutch

@mrfaggio2642

6 жыл бұрын

James Fogerty probably the belt

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

Depending if it's an original cub which has a drive belt or the IH cub cadet narrow frame which uses an automotive like clutch (both are easy to fix by the way) the narrow frame clutches are strong and very durable (very common to be used in many pulling classes they can be built from stock performance lvls to extreme performance levels handling upwards of 80+ hp engines).

Zinc fumes give a terrible headache. That's a great idea.

Nice video i wish i had ur skill an mainly patience

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

I am still learning patience. I just turn the camera off before I start cussing! ;)

My bad, had a senior moment, I'm already a follower. Just wish you were a neighbor LOL.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

lol. Glad you're already a subscriber. I did just go through my videos trying to make sure I do have a way for people to subscribe! Thanks again for watching!

So well done. Want to do something similar for my Trail Boss 350. I want to use it to pull the shack on and off the ice. Tracks would be mighty helpful for getting it off.

what was the total cost? and do you make them for other? can't see the frame work for this item, thanks

After all the work you did what is you're gain?

Thanks for the video! I'm guessing that the idler frame pivots. Would it benefit from weight or maybe some sort of spring to maintain good ground contact? Or does it not seem necessary?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

The idler frame is actually fixed. I thought about using a pivoting frame and hydraulic shocks to help keep ground contact, but my property is all flat, and I didn't think it is necessary. Time will tell. Yes I plan on weighing down the rear quite a bit. I am working on phase 2 of this project, and that's mounting a parallel dozer to the front and weighing the whole machine down. I should have another video on this in about 2 weeks. Thanks for watching!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Update to you personally. I have added truck shocks and a pivoting frame to the set up

@buschwacker3254

6 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for the update! I'll bet that will work better - at least for most of us who follow your channel. Many of us have some pretty uneven terrain. I really enjoy your projects. Also, when I need parts for my old tractors, I know where to go!! ;-)

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Buschwacker :)

Why didnt you set up a stop block on the saw, so you didnt have to measure every piece?

Been wondering how you build up the clutch/brake, as that seems to be the real weak point

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

The drive trains on these class of tractors are more robust than their weight class. The limiting factor is really the weight of the machine. This uses hydraulic pressure to transfer power to the wheels, so there is not an area for slippage. The transmission is driven by a shaft and no clutch is used nor needed. The brakes on these are drum brakes and are not required for turning.

Ok thanks

First off, I liked the idea and yours is by far one of the best representations of that idea, but personally I wouldn't have used those shackles, I would have used a chain quick link.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I tried to use the quick link, but I couldn't tighten the track enough to make it up to the opening. The shackle has the opening at the very tip of it instead of the middle.

@Crewsy

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors Use a bar clamp the help you tighten the tracks more than you can by hand so you can install the quick link.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Wayne Crews version 2.0 will have a different approach. As with everything you try, take notes, and then try again

I was on board until the welding. You have more stamina than I do.

Myself I would make the same chain set up for the rear's alone, I see little or no advantage to having the halftrack bogie system other than looks and a lot of extra work. I built a set of chains for my Deere 3100, just made up from a old set of semi truck chains, doubled the number of cross bars and nothing stops the tractor used mainly for snow removal. Unless you lug up that system you will be subject to sliding sideways in snow, ice or most any other slippery surface.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Good point! Thanks! I could cut these down and use them as chains, but now that I am so far into it, I may just have to plug away and make it work.

@oldpete3153

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors ya it's a neat project you have going on, just remember what I said about snow and ice without lugs, I've been there in much heavier equipment and if you go into a sideways slide you're gonna need a clean set of shorts depending how long it takes to recover you traction !!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Good point to consider!

Follow our facebook page for updates. Today I tested the half track by pushing dirt with the dozer blade I put on it. It performed reasonbly ok. Not great but I will be making more changes to the design. Photos are quicker so if you're curious about the current state of the machine hop over to facebook.com/isavetractors Otherwise you may need to wait several weeks for a video update. Thank you for saving the tractors!

Oh yeah and can anyone give me advice on where to find parts for a bolens sx120 ride on mower?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Jack Doorley try Joe's Outdoor Power in Michigan

Very cool Norman. How much time did that take you build. Do you have staters for onans?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, It didn't take long, maybe 8 to 10 hours with some tinkering with the design. Once I got into the production groove it flew by. I don't have starters for the Onans YET. We just started doing parts for the Onans. We are making a big push for 2018 though. I have CAD designs for many of the parts already.

Tire Pressure?

Hi Norman can you make one for zero turn mowers? I have Dixie 61" with 27hp engine yet when its wet I can really maneuver

@Isavetractors

3 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome. I don't have any ZTR's at the moment though. =(

Where did you get the blade for your metal chop saw?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Northern Tool. It's a cold cut chop saw.

Hi, do the rear idler wheels pivot if the tractor is on uneven ground or is there need?

@Isavetractors

3 жыл бұрын

In this video they don't pivot. So if your ground is uneven it will take power from the high spots. Making the track pivot would be better though.

@burkeagri718

3 жыл бұрын

@@Isavetractors i have had camso and mattracks but they didnt work out for me, i would like to try a system something like this with rubber over tire tracks on my john deere gator, do u think it would be a good idea?

It would be nice to know how you built the back brackets so we would know how to build something similar for our owen machine . Why did not use manure spreader chain ? It would be less labor not as much welding . Thanks for the video .

@Isavetractors

2 ай бұрын

Good idea. Enjoy your project!

Part 2 of this project is coming soon. I have added a Parallel dozer blade, and added truck shocks to the idler wheel frame to help keep the tracks on the ground on varied terrain. Stay tuned for more modifications as this machine gets some use in the field. You can see advance updates by following our facebook page: facebook.com/isavetractors

@nicholashollow9410

6 жыл бұрын

What if you split the track frame into two so the tracks can move separately on uneven ground

Excellent job Norman. Those would look good on my 112 lol. Does it give a rougher ride?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Brian Philbrook yes on pavement definitely a rougher ride but in the dirt it is more comfortable but still not as smooth as with tires

is there a electronic ignition coil I can put on my 1976 6hp Techumseh snow king engine? I want to do away with the old points.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

I am not sure Dennis. Maybe someone else can answer that for you. I don't really do much with the snowking engines.

@patdennis3751

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. It's just the standard Techumsea H60 engine used on lots of applications, but mainly tillers and snowblowers. Only difference between the two is the garden tiller uses an air cleaner whereas the blower does not.

Just a mention regarding my last comment, I did NOT lock (or haven't yet) this hydro because of my concern about the torque.

👍

Would you do a video on field testing the tracks. Do they really help or just look cool?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Yes that will be the next video. In theory they will help. The tires only make about 10 inches of contact on the ground, and with the tracks they make about 3 feet of contact. So in theory I will get 3 times the traction and power. In my next video I will build a dozer blade for it, and push dirt as a test. Thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe to get future updates on this build

@LouCFur90

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors tracks mainly offer floatation. The growsers will help with traction, but technically speaking you have less weight per square inch now and more rolling resistance. For example, a set of tire chains and wheel weights of equal weight of the setup would offer greater traction on firm surface. As stated before, the tracks should work much better on softer surfaces. All that being said, the tracks are awesome and I really enjoy your projects. Thanks man!

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

however just like a multiple pulley system, each grouser contributes to driving a vehicle forward. It's the same as multiple people pulling on a rope. If there was no grouser and just flat plate you would be completely correct in not providing more traction but more flotation, but in this case, it would prove both. Essentially the tracks in this light of vehicle will allow more effective HP transferred to the ground, than a similar weighted wheeled machine. I'll put that to the test for a future video. Thanks for commenting and watching my projects!

@LouCFur90

6 жыл бұрын

Time will tell. It looks super awesome regardless .

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

You'll have to add in the ag v bar tires as well as filled vs unfilled vs wheel weights on tires to that test because I can guarantee you will see major differences between all the different combos... I like for muddy terrain the half tracks for heavier machines but liquid filled v-bars for lighter machines as an example and by adding the extra weight to the v bar tires I found that I didn't need to use the factory diff lock even a quarter as often because when you got into a position where one wheel lifts the added weight made sure it was a front that lifted instead of a rear allowing both rear wheels to have traction and be able to drive through or out of that situation

Just a bit of audio advice: you need a pop filter on your mic. Plus, add some echo. Not much, but just a little. Then bring up the low frequency levels a bit. That would greatly increase your production value.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Since this video, I have upgraded to real microphones for the voice over. They sound much better!

Hi, just watched your half track build. I have a 1966 Bolen 1250 tractor with a front end loader and 8HP Kohler engine.I would love to do this to mine. Do you think my Bolen would be a good candidate?

@Isavetractors

4 жыл бұрын

Yea absolutely. Your 8HP may struggle a little bit to turn the half track and operate the loader at the same time though.

@chrisk6573

4 жыл бұрын

My bad, my Bolens has a 12HP engine. I'm gonna do this as soon as I get some time.

@chrisk6573

4 жыл бұрын

@@Isavetractors I'm looking for a new carb or rebuild kit for this Wisconsin 12HP. Looked at your site but didnt see anything. Can you suggest a good sourse for Teledyne / Wisconsin parts?

That is awesome! Think I just figured out how to make my 78 JD 214 into a snow beast! Great work sir! Any idea what the cost was to build this if you don't mind me asking?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

It was about $225. It cost me $126.15 in steel, and I believe the chain was $30 from harbor freight, The tires I believe was about $60 and then misc. welding wire, etc. I used scrap steel I had from other projects to make the frame that the idler wheel ride on.

@TheOlneyandrewl01

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors and the frame was held on by 2 bolts in the frame to allow for a pivoting action?

@buschwacker3254

6 жыл бұрын

Check his the reply to my post. The idler carriage is apparently fixed since he has relatively flat ground. For more uneven ground you would certainly want it to pivot with some sort of shock/spring assembly to maintain ground contact...

@TheOlneyandrewl01

6 жыл бұрын

Buschwacker very good point I have mostly uneven ground that's why I assumed a pivot point was being used.

@buschwacker3254

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly! My ground is very uneven too. I'd definitely need it it to pivot. It's a fun build though. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product.

It looks like it might benefit from some weight over the rear most wheels.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I am going to add wheel weights and some weights in between the idler wheels. The next video is putting a dozer blade on the front and testing it!

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

Instead of adding wheel weights or in addition to the wheel weights you may want to look into liquid filling the tires

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

D L wow you have been very active in this thread. Yes i was already considering filling them with RV antifreeze

Not sure if you live in the Great White North. But can you show this off in the snow?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Sorry, but I removed the half track system to revamp some of the issues. It won't be in the snow this year. Maybe it will. I have another Project in the shop now ahead of it.

@nicholashollow9410

6 жыл бұрын

I just made a materials list so I can build one like this. I'm gonna do some stuff different like add studs to the tracks for better bite on ice and make a tensioning system like a snowmobile. I'm also gonna use a shock and spring off of a snowmobile from the dolly to the frame to hold it down and be adjustable. Keep doing what your doing someday you will have 1mill subs.

@nicholashollow9410

6 жыл бұрын

You should also use Quick links instead of Shackles to connect the chains they will fit better and look nicer

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions! Keep me posted on your build, Would love to get mine working perfect.

+isavetractors That turned out pretty good Norman but it would have been fun to see it at work. Can you please tell me the model number of the sharpening attachment on your grinder?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Pro1er soon my friend!

@Pro1er

6 жыл бұрын

Cool Can you please tell me the model number of the sharpening attachment on your grinder?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Pro1er oh I'm not sure. I will have to check. That grinder was a hand-me-down from a neighbor

@Pro1er

6 жыл бұрын

OK thanks. I'd like to check for one on eBay. Hang on to that grinder, it's an excellent machine!

Dude... you didn't have a jig set up by piece 2 or 3????

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

B. A. Lineman I later cut them multiples at a time. I Just didnt film it. You only see the first few on camera. What people dont realize is I dont have the camera running 24/7. I film some to get the footage for the video then I actually get working. It spans over a couple of weeks because I also have to work on other less glamourous projects. I'll get better at capturing more footage if my process changes through the build but sometimes I get in a groove and dont turn the camera back on. I also dont neccessarily do things in the order you see in the video, because my shops fills with customer projects so I can only do what space allows at a given time. I then put it all together in a logical timeline on the computer and add the voice over. There you now have a behind the scene understanding.

Out of the blue, ever do/try doing small tractors? Farmwise?

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

As of right now our business focuses on supporting the Vintage Garden Tractor Community, so I keep all of my projects in that niche. In the future if the business grows into small Farm Tractors, I will do projects with them.

@jodyreeder4820

6 жыл бұрын

Ty, wanted to ask.

How are you cutting metal with a wood cutting blade?????

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

bad boy its not a wood cutting blade. Dont try cutting metal with a wood chop saw. I use a carbide tip blade with a cold cut chopsaw for steel. It spins much slower than a wood saw and is intended for metals. Thanks for watching!

@gunsmoke6463

6 жыл бұрын

isavetractors no problem if you lived in Tennessee i would get you to build me some for my mower

a little late but ey it must be a half track(tor)

earths race that you cannot see

Do you sell it ?

Do you also sell ?

Would that lock the dif.?

@Isavetractors

5 жыл бұрын

No the diff works the same with the tracks

@Howie47

5 жыл бұрын

@@IsavetractorsOh, I see. I thought the real wheels were locked to the solid rear axle.

@Isavetractors

5 жыл бұрын

Oh no, those rear wheels just act as Idler or "Bogie" wheels. They just turn freely.

Greetings Norman and to all in the group. Viewed this vid quite some time ago however, now I have the machine I'd like to use (Craftsman GT5000). Among my concerns is the lateral torque on the trans and frame with the added length toward the rear. I don't know what the actual specs are for these 23's as it relates to the contact point(s) on a solid surface however, I'd imagine that would increase significantly with ANY additional contact (that being larger tires or tracks). I "$CORED" this machine off of FB M'place and would prefer not to tear the arse end apart if my concern's legit. If you or someone in the group could lend a bit of expertise I would truly appreciate it. Hope all's well and STAY SAFE . . . . . JJFIII

Do you sell kits for this? You would make a KILLING if you did.

The fan should be blowing the fumes away from you it needs to be on the other end

No subscribe button? Like how simple the design is. Would have subscribed to your chanel to keep track of your work. Let me know if you add a button.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

You can just click subscribe below the video

Wait what? "i want to weld these plates on opposite side of the welded side of the link, for maximum strength"...If you add metal to opposite side from the welded side, then you keep welded side as weak. If you were to weld more material on welded side, that would been reinforced by tying both ends of the link not only to each other, but into plate going cross the two.. Then again chain is strong as its weakest link, but this addition creates stronger forces forces on that link particular, so reinforcing the weld with plate is not bad idea.

The pieces your calling grousers are called cleats and cleat plates.

@Isavetractors

6 жыл бұрын

Ah yes, that's the word I was looking for when I was doing the voice over. Came to me too late I guess. Thanks for your comment!

@dodgeme1986truck

6 жыл бұрын

It depends where you're at the terms are used interchangibly however the ground engaging portion is always called a cleat