timo4352 147 #1 Posted November 17, 2013 The price of front wheel weights was way too much for me. And when I got this tractor it came with theses square weights that I never found a place for - until today. I drilled one hole through the bottom of the hood and bolted the two weights through there. Two adjustable bolts through the frame holes hold up the rear of the weights when the hood is closed. Each piece measures 2 inch thick by 6 by 7 square and weighs 22.5 pounds. So I've got 45 pounds total extra over my front tires now. It doesn't interfere with anything - just fits in that unused space inside the bottom front of the hood. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,168 #2 Posted November 17, 2013 Should work ok for adding front traction, but is the sheetmetal rugged enough for the added weight? Mike......... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,196 #3 Posted November 17, 2013 Almost like they're supposed to be there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 60,086 #4 Posted November 18, 2013 Nice job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #5 Posted November 18, 2013 yes it adds weight, but the hood will not like that for very long, and it adds the weight over the axle, putting more strain on the axle pivot, spindles and wheel bearings, not to mention the poor hood hinges. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 490 #6 Posted November 18, 2013 Should work ok for adding front traction, but is the sheetmetal rugged enough for the added weight? Mike......... +1 But I like the location - good idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
victor3ranger 11 #7 Posted November 18, 2013 I like it, good job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timo4352 147 #8 Posted November 18, 2013 The inside of the hood already has a reinforcing plate for where the hood bolts to the hinge. So it is sturdier than just the sheet metal of the hood. The rear end of the weight rests on 2 bolts on the frame when the hood is closed. So when it's closed the weight is kinda more on the frame than the hood. I do have to be careful how I open the hood so it doesn't twist or anything. It doesn't feel heavy to open though, the weight is pretty much balanced over the hinge, I guess. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,144 #9 Posted November 18, 2013 Good idea. Use what you got. The hood hinge may be the only weak point but you can beef that up fairly easy if needed. I wouldn't worry too much about the extra load on the axle pivot, spindles or wheel bearings. Driving around with a snow blower raised or a FEL puts much more pressure on those points than 45 lbs. Just grease them up and you'll be fine and keep an eye on those hinge points. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
