Guys,
I've got a couple projects where I think I need something better to 'cut' with than the standard bucket on my skid loader (1845C). For one, I want to build two sheds, one will require some work to level the ground in somewhat rocky soil (cut into the hill on one side, and fill the lower area), the other shed I plan to put up next year is on fairly level ground, so I will need to remove top soil and make a good base. I also have a bunch of work to do to level off the yard which has all sorts of annoying humps in it from the original construction (10 years ago), it's about 1.5 acre yard. Beyond that, I don't think I'll get a lot of use out of a toothed bucket. I don't do work for others, don't actually want to or have time to, and right now I can't think of any digging projects. Here are a few scenarios I've considered, I'd like to hear what you pro's think who use the following products a lot more than I do?
1) Rent a tooth bucket when I need it but I'll probably end up spending $500 - $750 in the end ....and have to make a bunch of trips to get it/return it which is about 30 minutes away (one way). It's not high on my list, I'd rather just have one, but it IS and option.
2) Buy used 72" Virnig tooth bucket for $700 at local outfit: It was their rental bucket. There are a few cracked welds here and there but nothing is torn or bent. Would be an easy re-weld for me. The attach holes at the bottom looked decent, did not appear to be badly stretched/cracked or rounded out. The bottom inside of the bucket is a little wavy (not too bad though -- better than my existing bucket), the wear bars underneath look good, no major dents or bent areas, the teeth are bolt-on, which I like, and the existing cutting bar between the teeth looks pretty decent. Overall, the bucket still has a lot of it's original paint. I've seen other used tooth buckets and some were really beat up, this one looks about the best of them. It's cheaper than the $1,250 for a new Bradco tooth bucket they quoted me and frankly, for my use, it makes more sense IMO.
2) Put a Rezloh cutting edge on my existing bucket: Looks like it'll cost me about $625-$650 or so to acquire a Rezloh-style edge with shipping and all. My original bucket is a the standard Case unit you see on most 1845C's but the bottom has been cut out and new steel re-welded in some years ago due to rust holes. I'd say overall the existing bucket is in 'average' condition at best, maybe fair condition. I haven't used one of these Rezloh edges. I assume it would work fine digging in an area with some rock (not huge rocks). It should work great to shave the humps on the lawn/grassy areas though compared to a tooth bucket I would think, and I could also spread out dirt better as well using the same bucket. Local outfit says farmers really like the Rezloh for this reason.
3) Bolt on a standard tooth bar that bolts onto my existing bucket: Not keen on this idea. For the $350 or so it would cost, I'd rather spend a little more and have a good product. But still want to hear your thoughts.
4) Stick with what I have. Maybe I don't need a toothed bucket or Rezloh bar after all? I haven't started digging yet. I've done a little digging in the past and on the hard dry ground I was on, it went so-so if not poorly. I know I'll hit more rocks where the shed will go, and I've got to level the ground out a fair amount. But I'm not digging deep into a hillside either.
5) Hire my contractor neighbor to do the excavating: Not too keen on this idea because it defeats the purpose of ME learning to do it myself ...even if it costs me less and would go quicker (when he 'finally' gets caught up to do the work). I can take all the time I need if I do it myself.
I'm leaning toward the Virnig bucket, but I think the Rezloh cutting bar would work fine too. The Virnig is actually in better condition than my existing bucket (which I don't use much anyway other than spreading gravel out for the driveway now and then ...and moving deep winter drifts), and, I should be able to just about get my money out of the Virnig down the road if I ever decided to sell it. Well, just wanted to hear your thoughts. What would you do? What other areas on the bucket should I look at for potential damage? Are there other (better) options I haven't thought about? Thanks in advance.,
I've got a couple projects where I think I need something better to 'cut' with than the standard bucket on my skid loader (1845C). For one, I want to build two sheds, one will require some work to level the ground in somewhat rocky soil (cut into the hill on one side, and fill the lower area), the other shed I plan to put up next year is on fairly level ground, so I will need to remove top soil and make a good base. I also have a bunch of work to do to level off the yard which has all sorts of annoying humps in it from the original construction (10 years ago), it's about 1.5 acre yard. Beyond that, I don't think I'll get a lot of use out of a toothed bucket. I don't do work for others, don't actually want to or have time to, and right now I can't think of any digging projects. Here are a few scenarios I've considered, I'd like to hear what you pro's think who use the following products a lot more than I do?
1) Rent a tooth bucket when I need it but I'll probably end up spending $500 - $750 in the end ....and have to make a bunch of trips to get it/return it which is about 30 minutes away (one way). It's not high on my list, I'd rather just have one, but it IS and option.
2) Buy used 72" Virnig tooth bucket for $700 at local outfit: It was their rental bucket. There are a few cracked welds here and there but nothing is torn or bent. Would be an easy re-weld for me. The attach holes at the bottom looked decent, did not appear to be badly stretched/cracked or rounded out. The bottom inside of the bucket is a little wavy (not too bad though -- better than my existing bucket), the wear bars underneath look good, no major dents or bent areas, the teeth are bolt-on, which I like, and the existing cutting bar between the teeth looks pretty decent. Overall, the bucket still has a lot of it's original paint. I've seen other used tooth buckets and some were really beat up, this one looks about the best of them. It's cheaper than the $1,250 for a new Bradco tooth bucket they quoted me and frankly, for my use, it makes more sense IMO.
2) Put a Rezloh cutting edge on my existing bucket: Looks like it'll cost me about $625-$650 or so to acquire a Rezloh-style edge with shipping and all. My original bucket is a the standard Case unit you see on most 1845C's but the bottom has been cut out and new steel re-welded in some years ago due to rust holes. I'd say overall the existing bucket is in 'average' condition at best, maybe fair condition. I haven't used one of these Rezloh edges. I assume it would work fine digging in an area with some rock (not huge rocks). It should work great to shave the humps on the lawn/grassy areas though compared to a tooth bucket I would think, and I could also spread out dirt better as well using the same bucket. Local outfit says farmers really like the Rezloh for this reason.
3) Bolt on a standard tooth bar that bolts onto my existing bucket: Not keen on this idea. For the $350 or so it would cost, I'd rather spend a little more and have a good product. But still want to hear your thoughts.
4) Stick with what I have. Maybe I don't need a toothed bucket or Rezloh bar after all? I haven't started digging yet. I've done a little digging in the past and on the hard dry ground I was on, it went so-so if not poorly. I know I'll hit more rocks where the shed will go, and I've got to level the ground out a fair amount. But I'm not digging deep into a hillside either.
5) Hire my contractor neighbor to do the excavating: Not too keen on this idea because it defeats the purpose of ME learning to do it myself ...even if it costs me less and would go quicker (when he 'finally' gets caught up to do the work). I can take all the time I need if I do it myself.
I'm leaning toward the Virnig bucket, but I think the Rezloh cutting bar would work fine too. The Virnig is actually in better condition than my existing bucket (which I don't use much anyway other than spreading gravel out for the driveway now and then ...and moving deep winter drifts), and, I should be able to just about get my money out of the Virnig down the road if I ever decided to sell it. Well, just wanted to hear your thoughts. What would you do? What other areas on the bucket should I look at for potential damage? Are there other (better) options I haven't thought about? Thanks in advance.,
Used tooth bucket, or Rezloh cutting edge? Please provide suggestions..
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