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Old 09-28-2010, 04:59 AM
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Default Float lock out pin?
What is this and why/when would you use it?
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Old 09-28-2010, 06:04 AM
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The "float lockout pin" is used for you to decide if you want your implement to free float when down or have downward hydraulic pressure.
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RB, what are the benefits to having downward pressure, other than changing the front tires with the grader blade on?:biggrin2.gif:
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Well, for instance.....you are using a front push blade. Say you are blading off a gravel drive way. You may want some downward pressure on the blade so you can dig into the gravel rather than just float. Here in Michigan, it is nice to have some down pressure to scrap the snow and ice out of the drive way. With a mower deck.....definitely....Float
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RB, I am just curious what you have for weight on your tractor. I have an 1811 and tried to scrap up some gravel with my blade and it would even start to dig before spinning out. I am going to be loading the tires this week with Washer fluid but I am still not sure if that will be enough. I would like to add some more weight to it but I have seen in previous post that the 1811 have an aluminum rear end that doesn't like to with stand much weight. I have had a very hard time trying to fine any wheel weights around. Have any Suggestions?
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On my 784, I am running 75# on each rear tire. On my 1450, I am running 26# on each rear tire.
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For moving snow with my 782 (aluminum rear) I have about 300# of total extra weight in wheel weights and fluid.

There is nothing about the aluminum rear that makes it any less tough than the iron rear. If the bolts are kept tight and the only rear hitch used is the Cat-0, it is just as durable as the iron rear. Keep the mounting bolts tight and it is no problem. The only real disadvantage with it is that it weighs about 55# less than an iron rear.
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Thanks guys!
Wild Bill, I noticed you have weights inside the wheels of your tractor in the tiller teaching video. Is that a reason for this?
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