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Originally Posted by Merk
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Matt is correct on what cause the failure. 150 to 200 pounds of weight would have been plenty. The loader itself is lucky to lift 350 to 500 pounds. When you add the operator's weight, rear end weight you will have more than enough counterweight. Going overkill like some of the recent post/topics will cause problems like broken axles or diffs. I rather have my Cubs be able to spin tires some than over do the weight.
George-
A forge flange may take more abuse.....they do cost more and not needed if the driver/owner use some common sense.
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I couldn't agree more as far as cost and given the original intent of the welded design.
Just like the weights I hung on my axle for traction, I was leery of them because they were not only excessive, but hung so far back, multiplying the weight/stress.
I just wanted to see how it would work. I really don’t use the 782 for snow removal.
I use my IH 400 loader/rear blade tractor as it is faster, and better suited.
The 7’ bucket moves a lot of snow in hurry as well as the rear blade.
But what fun are little toys if a feller don’t at least try to play with them Ha,LOL!
The 782 came with chains and a thrower so I thought I'd play some before I moved the thrower along to my son.