DIY Tractor Forklift Tynes - Forme Industrious Off Grid Projects EP1

For all those that followed along in my "Going Off Grid" series Thank you! I still have a lot of work to do around the property, actually perhaps it will never end. I have longed to get back into the workshop and get some fun projects started but more important jobs always seem to arise and need to be done first. So I thought I may as well capture the stuff that keeps me busy in the workshop.
In this video I make a set of Tractor Forks to help save my back lifting various objects around the property. Please note; These are not load rated and I use them at my own risk/ I am the only one that uses them. You must use things like these sensibly. I do not lift heavy loads that a forklift would lift, please keep that in mind.
I hope you enjoy the video and thanks for watching!
Regards
Scott

[@andrewmullen4003]

That FOD bin, brings back memories mate!!

[@oldchev2850]

We're getting older Scott and need to look after our backs. Great job 👍

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Very true. I've been lucky enough to hear plenty of seniors (to me) give me good advise on taking care of the back.

[@Ding_Bat]

Amazing that something so simple can be such a game changer!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks DB! Truth!

[@plainnpretty]

For some reason heavy stuff always needs to be moved . Now you have a handy tool to help with that . Thanks Scott

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

I'm always moving stuff around it seems so in the shed I have a pallet lift which is so good, and outside the tractor. Makes a huge difference. Thanks again!

[@warwickbourke]

Nice versatile addition to the tractor! Though I do miss the banter between you and Judy 😂

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Warwick! Hopefully we can get Judy in some of the video's. She has been pretty busy of late.

[@rodolfomiguelserra]

Amigo Scott...qué bueno es volver a verte. Ingeniosa utilidad le has dado a tu tractor ( conocía el menor, este es nuevo en tu reinado?) Espero se encuentren bien tú y tu amable esposa y cómo siempre...a la espera de tus creatividades. Recibe un fuerte abrazo, amigo Scott.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

¡Hola Rodolfo! Sí, este es el nuevo tractor. De hecho lo tengo desde hace más de un año. Vendí mi pequeño tractor. Judy y yo nos habíamos tomado un descanso de hacer videos por un tiempo. Pero ahora estoy volviendo a la rutina. Gracias como siempre por sus amables mensajes, son muy apreciados. ¡Mis mejores deseos!

[@FixitFingers]

Now that is some nice extra utility. The shed needs its own inverter ;)

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Cheers James! Everything costs $$ but luckily I have a second inverter, just have to install it.

[@FixitFingers]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious everything costs time... :)

[@dereksstuff8395]

Hey Scott! Greetings from the Adirondacks. Really handy build. Many years ago I built a similar set out of an old backhoe frame, they worked quite well. I've since passed them along to an old friend and they are still in use today! Love that tractor! 💪

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Derek. This tractor is a beauty! Very useful around the property. All the best and thanks for your support!

[@ern48]

It's always a pleasure watching you videos! You built a nice set of forks useful for a variety of tasks. On my compact tractor and a few larger tractors I welded 2 short pieces of flat bar onto the sides and bottom of the bucket at a 45*, on both sides. Then cut two pieces of used drill rod steels to slid inside of those to make short log forks. The only purpose was to handle logs and they worked well.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Ern! The forks, albeit light duty are simple enough but are a great help around the property as you know. All the best!

[@igortornic8277]

I miss your videos Scott! Awesome job as always!!!! Big hug bro!!!! 💪🏻🙏🏻

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Igor! I took a break from filming stuff. Thanks again for your support and patience. Big hugs

[@351HOON]

Love me a bit of outback ingenuity. Brilliant.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

:) Thanks!

[@Phoeff99]

Nice to see a video again and know you have been well. Also to see your new pup having grown so much ! Godspeed!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you so much! Yes all good here. Pippa is nearly full size now. Full of energy too.

[@dagwood1327]

I have 5’ heavy duty forks on my son’s tractor. It doesn’t have a skid steer plate but does have an adapter plate. When I get it all connected the tractor becomes a little tippy. But I use the forks almost every day.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Before I made them I was trying to use the bucket for doing forklift style work. I thought I may as well make some Tynes. Makes life easier for sure.

[@chriscorrigan7420]

G'day Scott and Judy. What a " Forkin great idea ". That'll save a lot of gut bustin' and makin' pongy's when you lift thing's. Can see you've been busy around the camp, great to see your mug on the tube again. All the best mate's.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Cheers Chris! Always plenty to do around here to keep me ponged up ;)

[@garyjones2582]

Hey Scott, what's up? Good to see you in the shop again making stuff.. I see your new shop is considerably larger.. I know you'll get it organized properly to take full advantage of that extra space... Well Scott I don't want to take up too much of your time.. It's good to see your videos again.. Well you take care my friend and as always God Bless...

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Hi Gary. Yes the workshop is a decent size. Much more space than I ever had and I'm very grateful for it. Thanks for your message; always good to see you here my friend. God Bless you and your family!

[@davidspires7242]

Scott - love that nice little Hitachi drill press! Wish those were available in the USA. But, at least we can buy those equally nice Hougen hole cutters! Nice video.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks David! The Driss press is pretty good and the hole cutters are fantastic!

[@Dardrum]

Hello Scott, I always enjoy your videos.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you so much!

[@davestinyworkshop]

Brilliantly simple and useful project, well done!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Dave!

[@HeathLedgersChemist]

That old Yanmar tractor is looking pretty flash - it even has a front bucket now.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Haha, yes :) The old Yanmar has new owners now

[@deanno7067]

Well thought out and well made Scott. Love your ability to problem solve and achieve the desired outcome !

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Deano!

[@MikeeonYouTube4]

Love your work Scott see you on the next one 🇦🇺Perth 👍👍👍👍

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Mike!

[@rosswoolley2854]

Great idea Scott, I might make some for the father in-laws Tractor.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Ross. Your father in law will definitely appreciate it.

[@Bear_Builds]

Great to see you Scott! Great work, and take care of yourself.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you!

[@riversidewoodworks]

Such a handy solution Scott. Well done!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Dan! Very handy for sure.

[@ronniehall1520]

Fine job as always...still would like to see you build a saw mill you have most of the components. Enjoy watching .Thanks for taking the time to film

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Ronnie. I would like to build that saw mill. I have a heap of logs to use.

[@JosephineOliver-qh1te]

Good onya Scott, you're a real goer 👍🏽 You and Judy take care there, I see the bushfires are starting up your way, and we're having some here at Mount Isa too 🔥

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks 👍Thank you Josephine! Might be a hot dry summer so we are getting things ready just in case. All the best!

[@TakamiWoodshop]

It's that Duramax orange again - one million views coming right up!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

You know all my tricks Rob!

[@MrTrg22]

Nice job Scott , so handy around the property and will definitely save your back ! Great content and the property looks fantastic. Regards Tony South Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 in the Uk 🇬🇧

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Tony!

[@bobt3374]

Hi Scott. Nice work on the lifting arms so good to have you experience around your new home.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Bob, yes very true!

[@65cj55]

Well done Scott, now stop forking around and get back to work 😁

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Gold!

[@cengolol]

Bravo et à très vite !

[@jeanloreaud9282]

Belle idée, bien réalisée, comme d’habitude, à bientôt salut Jeannot 🛠😉

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Merci Jean!!

[@rickkearn7100]

I continue to marvel at your ingenuity, skill, resourcefulness and vision, Mr. Turner. You have chosen an enviable (if not occasionally daunting) life path that resonates. This YT channel you've created is a must see for me and I'm always anxious for the next episode. It's a testament to living well, and its positivism is much needed and appreciated in an otherwise stark and depressing YT landscape. Godspeed to you and Mrs. Turner and, cheers!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Than you Rick! That is a wonderful and encouraging comment - I really appreciate your feedback and support!

[@catey62]

Same here, I've been following him for a few years now and always look forward to his new videos.

[@Dmitry_Rudolfson]

Every ordinary person in the city: OMG, my phone is dead! I can't watch cats! I need a power outlet! Scott in the Australian bush: Today we will make a forklift for a tractor without a power outlet!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Dmitry! Too kind :)

[@Nath8737]

Those 4in1 buckets are relatively heavy even compared to a standard bucket. You’d gain lift capacity if you made a whole separate fork attachment. Simple frame with weld on euro hitch brackets.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

That's true. Yes I'd have to get the attachment and put quick disconnects on the Hydraulics.

[@delbasidtimbers]

Always working smarter not harder. Us old buggers need to look out for not bursting a foofervalve these days. Sweet video, brother!!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks man! Gotta look after your Foofer!

[@BenMitro]

Nice. Thinking about the strength of the tynes (yes I was triggered); you actually want them to fail before anything else...like a fuse in an electrical circuit.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Cheers Ben! I have a slasher on the back and the hydraulics are pretty good so yes I'd hate to brake something on the bucket.

[@aticuss]

well done

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you!

[@cathybenson5119]

It's good to see you, mate. It's been a while. Take care n have a great day.😊😊😊

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Awe thanks Cathy! Cold day today up here Brrrr

[@manicmechanic9117]

always happy to see one of your videos .

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Great to hear, thank you!!!

[@claudiofarabegoli190]

Love your channel. Greetings from Venezuela.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you!! Greetings!

[@branchandfoundry560]

Gotta love a simple (relatively) build that's so useful and takes the back ache out of daily life off grid!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Andrew! Yes very simple and effective for my needs. All the best!

[@nags3404]

Great work mate. Wow 192k subs I found you I think at around 20k , people love ya work Scotty keep ‘‘em coming cheers 🍺

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Awe thanks Nags! You have been with me a long time then :) I appreciate that!!

[@tomas5376]

Just another good job!👏👏👏👏

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Tomas!!

[@markwatters6875]

Well done mate 👍🇦🇺. Anything that saves the back is worthwhile. Have a good one

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Mark!!

[@tonysecombe7792]

Hey Scott let's get you to the 200k .

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

All in good time, thanks Tony!

[@joell439]

👍😎👍 great to see you’re doing well

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Joell!

[@trevhaydon5090]

It is always a delight and pleasure to see your progress, Scott. Great content once again, which I thank you for sharing. Take good care, my friend. and Stay Safe. As always, too Judy and yourself, Love and Respect from North London UK. 👍🏻

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Love and respect back at ya Trev! Huge thank you!

[@jimpritz4169]

Lots like a super handy project a real back saver. The shop is looking great Scott. I did not see the milling machine did you get rid of it. Thanks for the video love your projects.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Hey Jim! Thank you! I still have the Milling Machine. I haven't used it for a while now though. Best I get some projects happening. All the best!

[@emicobler]

Great job, I always watch your videos until the end😜😜😜😜

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you! I really appreciate your support @emicobler !

[@royosborn7869]

Nice job, Scott - those are really handy for a variety of tasks. It is always a pleasure watching you build.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you!!!

[@josephharrington3530]

Your back will thank you! Just be careful not to lift too heavy with that set up. They will bend your bucket. I'm sure you know that, but figured id pass it along just in case

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Joseph! Yes it's only a light duty set up but it has plenty of applications on this property.

[@stevenzinn6011]

Another good investment of your time.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Steven!

[@joseluismansilla5804]

Muy buena idea, felicitaciones.

[@tomim7187]

What a great back-saver! Good on, ya, Scott!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank again! Yes it was an easy enough project and has already paid dividends I'd say. I need my back for a long while yet.

[@DowneastThunderCreations]

👍👍👍

[@dannywilsher4165]

Nice forks!!!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

:) Thanks Danny!

[@LadyGecko]

Been missing you. Nice little project.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

I always appreciate your kind comments and support LG

[@LadyGecko]

So I have to tell you a funny story. For several years I had been trying to figure out how to say your company name...Forme. Short 'o', long 'o', was the 'e' silent or did it have a French accent and sound like an 'a'. Then I ran across an old video in which you mentioned the history of your company name and I was like...DUH! Here I was trying to make it all fancy like and it was simply for you.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

@LadyGecko haha, yes, I make stuff for me :) but I chose Forme because form also works, shapes etc. I make stuff for me because I cannot sell to save my life, unfortunately. All the best LG

[@catey62]

As a forkie myself, I did wonder about what sort of weights it would be used for carrying. good you'll only be using it for light loads as you mentioned. the last thing I want to see is you having an accident or losing a load . great little project though, well done.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Yes only light duty but none the less it has heaps of applications around our place. Thanks again @Catey62!

[@darrenherring7788]

I bought a set off vevor sooooooo handy

[@MyMiniHomeWorkshop]

Handy Dandy, a couple of tines is about the only thing I didn't have for my little Dingo back home in Oz. I always watch your videos to the end, I just wish others would do the same for my videos.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks mate! My viewer retention is low too when I look at the analytics page but I appreciate your support and watching!!

[@MyMiniHomeWorkshop]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious It can be a little disheartening at times when I think about the time and effort I put into producing a video.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

@@MyMiniHomeWorkshop I know the feeling.

[@user-jj9cn4nk4i]

good job

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

@@user-jj9cn4nk4i thankyou!

[@spinyuk]

Tidy work :)

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you!

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Brilliant. I bet that saves you a bunch of back breaking work! Hope you and the wife are doing well. My daughter is now firmly located in NewCastle as a resident pediatric chiropractor, so a visit might be in store! What's the best time of year to visit for a soft old Canadian? LOL Cheers.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Rob! I reckon our winter; days of around 20 to 23 deg c, nights between nothing to about 11 or so. That would be like a hot Summer day for you guys ;) You would be very welcome if you do get the chance!

[@michaeldefries3583]

this is great as always. do you have a vid on making the swarf magnetic thingy?

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Michael! Not at this stage. I might make another and add it into a video.

[@wayneshirey6999]

👍

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Wayne!

[@brett20000000009]

That gasless mig works better then I expected, does not having a shroud make it easier to aim?

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

It works fine. Saves renting Gas bottles if you don't do a lot of welding. Yes it's easier to see getting a start but most of all the shroud does nothing and gets covered in weld spatter so might as well take it off.

[@JWB671]

After living here in Hawaii for ten years after 40 years in Australia I couldn’t live there anymore… The heat and insects would drive me nuts now.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Where we are is pretty moderate temp wise but the cicadas went crazy this year!

[@JWB671]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustriousWe are in the middle of summer here on Oahu right now, each day is a gorgeous 27-28 degrees. In winter it drops to 26-27 with a tad more wind but that is it!

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

@@JWB671 paradise. I've been there a few times myself :)

[@DiHandley]

That begs the question Scott, what size and type of inverter are you using? Cheers.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

It's a Victron Multiplus ii 48/5000. Just one at this stage. I have a second one to install which will give me 8000w of useable power. I have a full video on my system.

[@TheLizzardlicks]

gday Scott good to see you again , i recon the SWL on those tines would be around 150 kg max but i do like what ya did ,,, oh and how hard is it to use the sawmill and how long to do a cut , depending on lenght ?

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Your guess is a good one. Like I said it doesn't replace a forklift but it sure helps move stuff around even at around 150 kegs it's fantastic. The sawmill on Aussie hardwood is slow and tedious. Cutting around 3m takes a while, maybe 5 min. I would like to make a saw mill/ future project perhaps.

[@katehanmer4697]

Hi Scott, love your work! Just wondering where your interior videos of your shed house build got to?

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Hi Kate. Thank you! I removed them due to some nasty unwarranted comments. When you share your life and place with the world I guess you can expect that. Most people are very supportive but there are a few that I'd rather not have to deal with.

[@katehanmer4697]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Sorry to hear this Scott, such a shame that people think they are so entitled! As you say it's not worth dealing with those kind! We are about to start building our shed house and I found your videos so useful, some of the best ones out there! Hope you and Judy are keeping well 🌸

[@avalanchecarter]

Clever. What was that bike early on?

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks! WR250r

[@peterlisyak5396]

Bet you wish you had the setup when building the shed

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Truth!

[@Kris-82]

are you using engine oil for drilling? :)

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

No, the oil is heavy duty cutting fluid. Trefolex is the brand. It has darkened though I suppose.

[@mrx.2233]

Hi Scott, Take a look at Kris Harbour Natural Building UK... He built a DIY Mobile Bandsaw Mill. Your a damn good welder and I am sure you can do this. Especially if you looking to do wood work and getting from your surroundings. Look for DIY Mobile Bandsaw Mill. I think that would be a great project for you.... I Hope. Take care thanks for the Videos

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

I've seen Kris's work and I'm actually watching his build again as building a mill has been on my mind. I love his little cabin he built a few years back now. Thanks for the support and all the best!

[@MyLilMule]

Where's the puppy 🐶, Scott? 🙂

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

She is about but when I filmed most of this this project we didn't have her. She's nearly fully grown now, and digs big holes!

[@theds2003]

Nice one Where did you get your chainsaw mill from Are you happy with it

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you. I bought it second hand off Marketplace. I'd prefer a bandsaw mill but this gets you into slabbing at a much cheaper price. The trade off is it's a lot more labour intensive.

[@theds2003]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious cheers

[@E9JMX]

I thought the points of the forks go the other way round, so they don't catch on the bottom of palletts??

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Perhaps you are right. I wasn't sure at the time, I just went ahead and made them as they are.

[@E9JMX]

​@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious i suppose as long as they do the job, who cares what they look like, 😂

[@MarkWeiner-jx8qv]

Now make a saw mill and save your back.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Absolutely! I'm looking into it.

[@conor-breathnach]

Feck sake, I only made a said of forks the other day for a tractor and used a much more complicated system than this! And a load more material too🙈

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Yours will be much nicer than mine and yours will be better because you made it :)

[@seaforb13]

Need a tool, make a tool.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Saves money :)

[@_oldscool_]

not sure what that horrible whirring noise was almost the entire video. but it made it almost unwatchable for me. especially at the beginning.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Sorry about that. I think it was the Cicadas. We had so many last summer and they are so loud. It's winter now, so quiet.

[@HeathLedgersChemist]

As Scott said, cicadas. They're standard in Australia during summer.

[@_oldscool_]

@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious I still watched it. Love the videos man

[@tonybarnden1990]

well done

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thank you Tony!