alswagg 128 #1 Posted June 9, 2014 Well the little D 180 back hoe/ loader did an outstanding job this past weekend. I did blow two hydraulic hoses on the back hoe, but these are easily replaced. Just down the road I have a hose shop. The first hole I dug was basically for practice. I dug about a 6' diamiter by 3' down. sandy dirt littered with roots. The roots are what loaded the hoses and pressure blew. Eventually I will replace all the hoses. Next came the 75' X 18" X 3' trench. This machine worked flawless. I could not be happier. I buried a power line and a water hose to go under our drive. Ran both in 3" pipe. Next project a 10" diamiter walnut tree. Dug around the base broke all the roots, pushed over the tree. Amazing. Pulled out the trunk, cut off the stump with chainsaw. Since I was playing around, wondered how deep will this go. So, I started diggin. Fun I tell ya, plain old fun. I conservitivly measured 5' deep 10 diam. The bottom of the hole was very loose dirt. With a little more scooping, I really think 6' would be acheavable. I can't believe more back hoes are not around. Can't wait till next weekend. Playing in the sand box. lol Al 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #2 Posted June 9, 2014 That's how I got into Wheel Horse tractors. I bought a a D200 with the ARK550 loader and found an original Brantly backhoe for it. Used it to tie in to my septic system for an addition. Once the project was done I sold it. I missed it so much I started buying others. It was amazing the power of it for such a small machine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rexman72 210 #4 Posted June 9, 2014 I agree craig we want and need pics 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
papaglide 542 #5 Posted June 9, 2014 Absolutely agree with the others too. The story just isn't as exciting without pics! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alswagg 128 #6 Posted June 11, 2014 I have a couple pictures, How do you upload? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 41,931 #7 Posted June 11, 2014 In the reply window,Click the (MORE REPLY OPTIONS) box at the lower right. You will get a window to add attachments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alswagg 128 #8 Posted June 26, 2014 Here is a photo of the little D 180 with the back hoe working. My neighbor is operating it at this time. The tractor is in somewhat rough shape, but this winter we are planning a full paint and restoration. Al 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,532 #9 Posted June 26, 2014 Very cool for sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
