Anyone have any experience using a box blade?

[ACecil]

Welcome to OCC! Hope to see some action shots, when you get your box blade.

[rdehli]

yes in an ideal situation if it was me. I would take my # 2 tiller on my 1812 and till 3-4 inches deep, not only to level but to give you the perfect seed bed. then reseed and rake lightly cover with straw to hold the ground in place and keep moisture in too.

[OldAndInTheWay]

I've had good luck using a disk for working up a yard. I am talking about a large disk use on a farm with a big tractor pulling it. I made up a drag using an old spring from a bed mattress and spring set. Put weight on the springs and it did a nice job. Seeded and was good to go. I do have access to large farm equipment though.

I have some attachments I need to give a try someday. These was with one Cub I got.

[jmwolf]

Thanks for the welcome and all the replies so far. I guess I should have given a little more detail. The total area I'm looking to do is about half an acre. There is also a small amount of grading required, as I currently have some drainage issues. I have a drainage ditch running along one side of my property and I plan to direct the rainwater that direction. I know the ground needs loosened up first, but I don't have a tiller. I was mainly wondering if the box blades sized for these tractors are able to loosen up the ground with the teeth they have. Also, what size blade can my 1641 handle? I was looking at a 48" model made by howse, but wasn't impressed with what I can see in the picture. Doesn't look very tough. It goes for around $300 plus shipping. I also seen brinly has a 38" box blade/rear blade combo. It has good reviews and i like the dual purpose idea. Sears has them on their website for around $170 with free shipping to local store.

[J-Mech]

Originally Posted by jmwolf

Thanks for the welcome and all the replies so far. I guess I should have given a little more detail. The total area I'm looking to do is about half an acre. There is also a small amount of grading required, as I currently have some drainage issues. I have a drainage ditch running along one side of my property and I plan to direct the rainwater that direction. I know the ground needs loosened up first, but I don't have a tiller. I was mainly wondering if the box blades sized for these tractors are able to loosen up the ground with the teeth they have. Also, what size blade can my 1641 handle? I was looking at a 48" model made by howse, but wasn't impressed with what I can see in the picture. Doesn't look very tough. It goes for around $300 plus shipping. I also seen brinly has a 38" box blade/rear blade combo. It has good reviews and i like the dual purpose idea. Sears has them on their website for around $170 with free shipping to local store.

None of those will be heavy enough to tear up a yard. Your going to have to tear the ground up with something else. Plus, your 1641 isn't going to be able to pull much. It could handle a 48" I'm sure. Does it have 3pt on it?

[jmwolf]

It is currently set up with a sleeve hitch made by previous owner. I would need the lift arms and top link to make it a 3 point again

[J-Mech]

Originally Posted by jmwolf

It is currently set up with a sleeve hitch made by previous owner. I would need the lift arms and top link to make it a 3 point again

Your going to need a whole set-up. Can't convert a sleeve hitch to a 2 point unless you make it.

[782CC]

Agree here with J-Mech, All of these items are for working looser ground. It would beat a tiller to death IMO. Need to start with a ripper of sorts. I made a single ripper to fit my sleeve hitch but 1/2 acre can be a lot of ripping one shank at a time. You are on par with a big tractor in a big field. hmmm
Rippers on box blades are supposed to be for what you are needing. If you can't pull all then maybe two down initially. Really need to rip in both directions for our little guys to be able to work it.

[cuber]

Just rent a skidsteer

[782CC]

Oh, and I in the "use a drag" crowd for your finish work.