Old Tractor Gets A New Artillian Grapple (w/Diverter)//John Deere 755 855 955 Compact Tractor

[@ritterjon]

💥 Welcome to the Artillian club! I love all my Artillian accessories! You will find that system very useful. 👍 *Keep on tractoring!*

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a lot Jon! I'm looking forward to all the tractoring ahead with this thing!

[@Hfoutdoorsyt]

Nice Neil! Everyone who uses them loves them!

[@digdrivediy]

Well thank you so much Hank! I can't Wait to be one of the folks that brag on these grapples!

[@heathmiller8462]

True ingenuity. The outtakes were great. “If it isn’t leaking, it isn’t mine.” 👍🏻

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! No truer words have been spoken. :)

[@Michael-g1z]

I have a John Deere 955 wanting to put the diverter kit but can't find the on you have. Could you let me know what tractor and loader and a part number

[@peterreed2685]

Absolutely love the old 55 series JD. My 955 amazes me everytime I use it. Love to see videos on someone installing all these cool new compact tractor attachments that are designed for newer tractors.

[@digdrivediy]

Heck yeah! Can't let those new tractors have all the fun!

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Great set up. Welcome to the Artillian family

[@digdrivediy]

Hey, thanks a lot Brock! I've been peering through the windows for quite a little while now. Glad to be on board.

[@leol1682]

Your tired and go to bed , like the video Neil .

[@thelogfather5002]

A grapple is the handiest implement I have for my JD 2025r- you deserve it! :)

[@Backwoods251]

Captain Kleeman needs this for his next. Awesome video on the installation, I tell everyone the grapple was best investment I made for my tractor.

[@digdrivediy]

I can certainly see why!

[@The_Yukon_Cornelius]

Can't wait for some field testing of this. I borrowed a grapple for my skid steer when we had a tornado knock a bunch of trees down. I doubt I would've made it through the cleanup without it, grapples are a major game changer!

[@digdrivediy]

You're so right about that Trey. I don't even think I realize how much this is going to make things different for me.

[@watkinstreefarm6880]

That will help a ton this fall for you. I also like the fact that you were able to make the system work even though your tractor did not have a kit. Job well done!! I hope one of these grapples is in my future.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a lot Jeff. I sure am excited about the potential.

[@johnpyle8027]

Great job Neil! Almost made me cry since getting rid of my 430, but I needed a bigger tractor, so it didn't last long. I don't know if you use them enough, but they make a zip tie gun that gets them really tight. $20 Harbor Freight. I was clenched when you went for the big log, maybe a bit more weight on the back, but the 755 really handled it! My sister lives across the way and she had a walnut tree blow down and we cut it up. I brought pieces of the trunk about the same size in 10' lengths to my place with my TYM T 264, but I had a 700lb tiller on the back. I hope you get lots of "safe" use with the grapple! Oh I forgot. Loctite makes more products than you can imagine and they all work!

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah I knew that that log was going to be overkill but I just couldn't resist it was right there ripe for the picking 😋 I use these tractors all the time and I still get surprised at what they can accomplish given enough time and patience. I'm really looking forward to enjoying it this fall and winter.

[@gregd931]

You brought a tear to the eye of this crusty, old, black hearted machinist's eye when you chamfered those holes son. I am so proud of you! However, I want you to keep a log of how many times you lacerate your hand on the jagged ty-wrap ends when you reach for the joystick. Kiss the girls for me and love home brother.

[@digdrivediy]

Funny you mention the zip ties. I had a whole bit in this video about my pet peeve of leaving sharp zip ties. I cut them off flush and I even have a zip tie cutting tool so as not to leave those razor sharp edges. I can't stand them!!!! Don't worry sir, if you work on my stuff you can reach your hand in with confidence knowing it won't come out looking like a Tomcat took a swipe at you!

[@eddiemortontapman7252]

You really do such a good presentation on your videos also with your voice over descriptions . Quality Show , Class act indeed ! Another Mike Row

[@digdrivediy]

Wow! Thanks for the kind words and really appreciate you watching!

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Congratulations Neil! That is a perfect set up for wood and brush cleanup. You’re gonna love it. I think I appreciate my grapple more for brush than for wood. The part of wood harvesting that I dislike the most is limbing, dragging and stacking the limbs. Especially when working in a brushy, briar infested forest floor. With my grapple I can make a few passes where the tree is gonna fall to clear the underbrush. That makes limbing a bit more pleasant. Then, I cut the tree into logs and pluck them out with the grapple. Gathering the limbs and piling them is just a couple of quick swipes with the grapple. All of a sudden, the most distasteful part of woodcutting becomes fun… almost! Another brush challenge is the wild roses, buck brush, blackberries and such that grow everyplace that light hits the forest floor. I use to brush hog it. That just makes it mad. It spreads wider and grows back thicker. Having the grapple lets me deal with it at root level… where it acts as if it got a lobotomy… and loses all will to survive. That Artillian grapple is a beast. Your compact 755 is on the lower limit of tractors that can safely handle it. Nonetheless, it looks like you can get a lot done with it. My BX23s is a sub-compact. It can’t handle a grapple that heavy. Land Pride (owned by Kubota) makes a brush grapple that is sized specifically for it. It isn’t as heavy duty as the Artillian but then again, the tractor isn’t as massive either. I suppose it’s like that old saying… ‘different saddles for different horses.” Just one piece of advice… make sure your front tires are full of air… that grapple puts all of the weight on them. I’ve heard that a guy can ruin a low tire in just a single trip… but I’ve chosen to forget where I heard it!!! Again, I’m happy for you and look forward to see you learning about it as you find it’s capabilities and limits!

[@digdrivediy]

You are certainly right that this tractor is on a smaller side for this grapple. I was really worried about that but I am tickled with the initial testing and findings. I like your methodology for how to go about using it too. We've got a couple projects in mind where we're going to give the grapple a real life test and see how the 'ole girl handles it. I know from running my brother-in-law's 1025 with grapple how handy it can be, but his is a little bit different style and I think this one maybe even more useful. Now I'm headed out to check the air in those front tires because when you know what, I did forget to check them!!! Thanks for the reminder!

[@jasone679]

Artillian would have been fools not to partner with you. I realize you would have bought it anyway, but they should want to send you more of their products to have you use. The quality of your videos is in the top of any I've seen on KZbin. Keep up the good work Neil I hope you and the ladies have a great camping trip.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks, I really appreciate that Jason. I hope I can do them justice with some more future videos. Thanks for watching and the kind words.

[@ikitclaw3299]

I'm going to have a heck of a time explaining this to the boys in work on Monday

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

Great how to and also demo video, Neil. Seems way too complicated for me to install but you broke it down nicely....cardboard loader was a nice touch.

[@JimFinlayson]

Nice video. The free stuff has begun flowing. Get a fishing shirt for spring/summer and a Carhartt winter jacket and start sewing your sponsor’s patches on it. Go full NASCAR and challenge sponsors to fill your jacket. Your challenge will be to name drop them without us calling you a shill 😁

[@digdrivediy]

Well I know that I have you to keep me in check Jim! I promise not to do anything with feigned interest as I won't take on a product that I don't have a want or need for. But if it does make you feel better, the free stuff does come at a price. I spent more time editing that video than I did on the installation of the grapple! But, still well worth the time. I can't wait to use it on a few tree projects. Thanks as always for all the support and have a great week!

[@snoozieq4584]

That grapple system is amazing. To have it work with the 755 and not overtask the hydraulics is so cool! Yes counterbalance is an issue for the heavier logs, but it's an easy fix. Have fun camping with the family. See you next time.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much Susan. I can't wait to give it a try very soon here. We had a good time up in Michigan over the weekend hanging out at the Warren dunes.

[@paulspisak5312]

I’ll give you an A+ on drill bit sharping!!

[@digdrivediy]

Awesome! I've gotten better since high school!

[@stevenprice5394]

Hello Neil! Me and my 5 year old son watch your videos every week and we’ve watched all the videos you’ve uploaded! Your videos has really motivated me to tackle some more diy task! And we really love seeing how beautiful your part of the country is! Please keep up the good work I believe your biggest fan is a little boy named Lincoln from North Carolina!!

[@digdrivediy]

Boy, this is the best kind of comment. Steven! Thanks so much for sharing that with me. I can't say how much I appreciate the both of you watching. Tell Lincoln that I said hi and if you want to send me your address via email I will send him a couple stickers. Thanks so much for watching! Neil digdrivediy@ gmail

[@bigsway4414]

Even a paid sponsorship video from you is excellent. It’s your delivery and your voice and your mannerisms and just the way you come across. It’s very genuine and out of all the KZbin Tractor channels I watch I feel like you have the highest ceiling. Keep that excellent content coming. You mentioned in a video from a year two ago that you paid $9000 for that F750. Wow. Even then that sure seems like a good deal. I would love to have any of those 3 dump trucks you featured. I’ve been pricing F750s and they’re not cheap in 2022

[@digdrivediy]

Hey, thank you very much for such kind words. I'm always just trying to be as honest and straightforward as I can so hopefully that's coming across as you said. I did get a pretty good deal on that f750 dump. Even better when looking at it through the lens of 2022! It has been a great truck. I just told 20 tons in two loads with it last week as a matter of fact. Thanks so much for watching and supporting the channel!

[@carlfondelheitiii2742]

Morning Neil, Man I tell you this was really a good video, A new interesting level to see. Great job Neil. Carl FONDEROSA FARMS MD

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a lot Carl! Really appreciate it.

[@RangerDanger9577]

My woodwork teacher in middle school was great at sharpening drill bits

[@MJADoingStuff]

Great job Neil😁👍 looks like they make a great product. Congratulations on the new partnership😁👍🚜💨🍳

[@digdrivediy]

Thank you very kindly!

[@hollandduck79]

Hello🙋‍♂️ from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 Koch Family . and thanks for the video Neil . Sincerely, Hollandduck

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks!

[@adampittman1624]

Hey Neil awesome deal glad companies are working with u. U def deserve it I enjoy watching u put the equipment to the test this fall and I’m going to have to look into getting a grapple like that for my tractor

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much Adam!

[@johnmetcalfe1917]

I've had a grapple for a couple of years. It's a must have for sure....all the best Neil

[@eddiemortontapman7252]

If you take a air hose and put the air nozzle in the end of your hose and inflate it most likely you will be able to get it on the shifter handle . That’s the way chain saw grips are installed, have seen them installed at stihl at Virginia Beach

[@doughadley9448]

I would say you would get a passing grade for the drill bit you sharpened Another great video!!

[@stromxtc2033]

Wow, world changing handling solution for ol tractor 🚜. Hydraulic instead of those electric ones.👍 That curl speed seems alright.

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah, the curl speed is great now. We'll see how the old girl handles it over time.

[@Oklahoman-in6ph]

Wow nice job. I'm lookin forward to see what you will use for your counter weight.

[@charleskirby9190]

My grapple stays on my TYM 474 90% of the time. Glad you were able to get one!

[@claudethomas8084]

Will be a handy addition.👍

[@bradklaatu]

Have no intentions of every doing this, but found the whole process fascinating. Great video.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks, Brad!

[@greggb1416]

Nice attachment, ingenious latching system, great diverter set-up.., thank you sir.

[@duaneamos4413]

Nice job on the installation, looks great and should be an awesome addition!!

[@jdhogyellowhelmetproductio358]

I could use one of those on the 5083E John Deere.....Save me a lot of back work ......Nice video Neil!

[@digdrivediy]

Most definitely!

[@BG-vq9fd]

I have always wanted an Artillian grapple. I saw the 3 main boxes and had already guessed. I ordered the front third function with my 2025R. I already have their front frame. My Drill Doctor works great. My first job out of Purdue was in a factory where I worked regularly with a great group of guys in the machine shop. They gave me a box of dull and broken bits. I have gotten a lot of use from these.

[@digdrivediy]

I think this grapple is going to be my new favorite thing in life wants firewood season really starts!

[@joebacarella2829]

Wow, that was a fairly simple install, with everything you needed to do it, a nice kit for sure, that sure will come in handy.

[@digdrivediy]

Yessir It was a great kit. Only drilled two holes and it took longer to edit it than it did to install it!

[@nevadabadger7925]

Greetings from Reno, Nevada.

[@digdrivediy]

Hey Mark! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@kevinbrayshaw7745]

Great looking grapple and such a fine job retrofitting. Good job 👍

[@randyclyde4939]

Great video, Neil! Thanks for taking us with you on your adventures! That new grapple should prove very handy! Glad you are in partnership with them, I've heard they make excellent products!

[@edsecorr7812]

Need more videos thank you love it keep up the great work

[@digdrivediy]

I appreciate it Ed. Wish I could get more cranked out!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Great video, Neil. We absolutely love our entire Artillian modular system. I use the forks just about daily, the grapple any time I'm moving brush, and the snow plow all winter. It's a great system.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Chad. I can't wait to put it through its paces. We'll be able to see just what that 755 can do even as small as it is.

[@garciafamilyfarms]

GAME CHANGER!! I'm honestly surprised you don't have a grapple. I bought the titan attachments log grapple last fall and a W.R. Long 3rd function kit for my 35 hp tractor. Took me 4 hr to install everything and I can safely say that's the best money I've spent for my firewood operation. Along with my skidsteer log splitter! Can wait to see that in upcoming videos! Awesome job neil!

[@digdrivediy]

Oh yeah! I can't believe I haven't had one either! I'm glad to be a member of the club though now! Thanks for watching!

[@li.lii101]

Love the new grappler, now a bigger rear weight to match. I use the Pat's quick connector to change out rear implements on my 655 for my box blade or implements. A previous owner took off the front loader on my tractor, so I want to run the hydraulics to the rear to tilt my box blade forward and back plus side to side. TTWT can sure give you a lot of ideas on how to spend money on these compact tractors, hahaha. Love your videos.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much William!

[@marilynwitherell186]

Love the video, I missed you last Sunday. Have a great vacation.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Marilyn. I had the bleacher video last weekend but I did publish it late because of some internet troubles. I'm flattered anytime someone says they missed seeing a video from me! Thanks so much for watching!

[@LukesJohnDeereGarage]

That's a really nice upgrade there. I'm still searching for a 755/855/955- and the quick attach and grapple would be some of my first upgrades. Looks really great!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a lot Luke! I think this setup is going to be my new best friend come firewood season!

[@shanesherwood343]

My favorite of my tractor implements it’s a back saving time saving tool I have used mine for trees brush even building a stone wall out of natural stone it’s a diy’s best friend

[@digdrivediy]

I think it's going to be one of my best friends too!

[@michaelmcguire3983]

Very nice Neil! Your right you and your dad are going to love it! I’m surprised that you didn’t giv details on how to correctly cut off the zip ties 😁😉. I can remember your tutorial on that subject during our combine auto- steer installation it made sense and has stuck with me 😁. Take care my friend. Enjoy your vacation

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! Funny you mentioned that Mike. I had a whole big long spiel about that in this video and I edited it all out for time's sake. Glad you remember my pet peeve about those pesky razor bladed zip ties! I figured I'd save that for its very own video! :)

[@bryans5339]

Being able to lift those big logs up with your new grapple will help keep your saw sharp and will prevent them from pinching the bar. I spend as much time sharpening my saw while cutting up firewood than I do actually busting it.

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! Great point.

[@russorpcom]

Often wonder when I use my grapple, why I never had one sooner! As usual, great video of installation and use.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much Richard! I think I will be in the same boat where I'm going to say "why didn't I get this sooner?"

[@campusparking]

I Love Farm Toys that make doing things less work.... I'm a man that will spend all day looking to solve a problem if it saves me time everyday

[@bobwatson9290]

Just like there is life before/after getting a tractor, there is life before grapple and life after getting a grapple. I have the everything attachments grapple on my 3025 and almost never take it off.

[@digdrivediy]

I love hearing that Bob! I'm looking forward to life after the grapple!

[@mikedickey7903]

Definitely love my Artillian system - grapple, diverter and splitter, snow blade, forks. Great to see you getting that working. Looking forward to seeing what you all do with it. And yeah with more ballast you’ll feel like a monster. Big work! Peace.

[@digdrivediy]

So glad to hear that others enjoy this setup. I'm looking so forward to it.

[@ericreinoehl9402]

I know you guys will love having the grapple. I've had mine for 8 years if I lost it I would buy another in a heart beat. Only problem it's always on the tractor if you need bucket. It's quick attach so still not a big deal. Have fun camping

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Eric! We had a good time. Now I'm ready to find the next grapple project!

[@DirtBrute]

Great job installing all that Neil !! My dad Taught me how to sharpen drill bits when I was a kid ! I’m pretty good at doing it on an angle grinder now 😂

[@digdrivediy]

Hey thanks Steve! I think it's probably a dying art but it sure has come in handy once in awhile.

[@lucasthornton5676]

That is awesome! Got me thinking about fitting one to the front of my backhoe.

[@digdrivediy]

Well I would love that too!

[@BigFarles]

Great video. Thanks for the shout out. Consider using the 290 on all the assembled threads on your bleachers. It will wick in. Also the 5452 is a must for all hydraulic fittings. Even if they have an oring. I’m pretty jealous of that grapple. I’ve been cutting up scrap and loading a huge dumpster. That would have been handy.

[@digdrivediy]

Well thanks again Marcus! I've used from your goodie box on several occasions now. I have a few more things that I want to try to fix before I complete the video and I may have to draw upon your expertise. For example, if I wanted to fix a pair of broken sunglasses, which is the best? We've had a few handrails come loose on those bleachers so that is very well timed advice also. Thanks again and hopefully you'll be seeing more of it in videos soon.

[@JamieR1234]

Hey Neil, You should invest in a 3d Printer. Super cheap and perfect for jobs like that switch. It's helped me so much in the garage with tons of one off projects.

[@digdrivediy]

That would be really fun to have!

[@JamieR1234]

@@digdrivediy It's one of those tools that you don't realize how much you would use it for until you have it. Lots of them out there but best 2 starter ones are ether the Ender 3 or the Prusa Mini. Second one is more expensive but has more features. First one is more bare bones but you can upgrade parts as your knowledge grows which is what I did. Happy to help you if you chose to go that route.

[@digdrivediy]

@@JamieR1234 Awesome! And thanks a lot. I may have to do some googling tonight!

[@brianhayes7618]

You really need a larger tractor to make it even more useful but looks like a very useful attachment

[@digdrivediy]

Yes, I certainly do. I'm keeping my eye out for just the right one. One of these days.

[@dannydunnagan3267]

That very nice I have got to get a tractor with a front bucket I need one all the time tired of just having to use a box blade to do everything going to retire next Sunday from the fire dept got to have something to take care of 43 acres with.

[@digdrivediy]

Congratulations on your retirement Danny! You can have plenty of fun with a front loader in your retirement!

[@robertmcdonnold3038]

TTWT would be so proud.

[@digdrivediy]

Oh yeah. Tim actually helped me to get synced up with the Artillian folks.

[@Andyrob323]

Very cool. I’m still holding out on a grapple for my skidsteer and tractor. I still like my pallet forks for carrying logs

[@digdrivediy]

That's all I've ever used as well. Until this point. I think I'll like it for cutting wood by holding the logs without them tipping.

[@cd1168]

Oh boy. My jd 990 curl is slow too. I might have to look for that orifice. 👍

[@kevinallen8072]

Nice job, I have been wanting one but the cost doesn't warrent the need. So I haven't pulled trigger. So far my forks have done everything I have done. Nice install video. God bless have fun on camping trip.

[@digdrivediy]

The forks have worked for me up until now as well. I'm hoping with this I can use it to do a little more cutting on my own by holding the logs up and being able to pinch them so they don't tip off the forks. And I want to be able to move my firewood from the slab to my wood splitter location. So we'll see how things go.

[@reddog376]

Captain Kleeman needs this.

[@digdrivediy]

You're so right about that reddog! He would get a lot of use out of this thing!

[@ponypwr]

Congrats you just saved $30k from not buying a skidsteer! Between this and the wood splitter you have nice system! Now to fasten the saw to the top grapple arm for "tractor cutting"....

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! That would be quite a trick!!! Thanks man👍🏻

[@earlyriser8998]

nice install video

[@tomogletree1]

Great content Neil

[@craighosler9690]

Love your content.

[@blackdogexcavator21]

Thats a pretty cool setup. I've never seen one of those diverter systems like that. I bought a hydraulic kit from W.R. Long in Tarboro, NC so I could operate skidsteer attachments on the front of my TC40 New Holland. That grapple is going to be a game changer for you. It'll definitely increase your productivity and most of all, it'll save your back. Can't wait to see it in action in the future. Stay safe my friend.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks, Blackdog! I think I got my first project lined up this weekend so we'll see how it goes!

[@TheHobbyShop1]

Man that is one sweet implement! Just need more junk in the trunk of that tractor. 😃

[@Thecowboy1950]

I’m in the process of building a grapple for my jd 4200 Acquiring pieces and parts right now

[@digdrivediy]

They're so handy! Best of luck William!

[@adrianspies2788]

Mate. Love your videos. Only discovered you recently. Watching from Australia. I’m a house builder, I think you guys call us contractors? Live on 160 acres out from town. Anyway, love your content. Keep it up.

[@digdrivediy]

Nice to meet you Adrian and thanks for dropping a line! I love hearing when folks are watching from the other side of the world! It's amazing.

[@mainerdiy8399]

That is so cool! I was thinking you may want to take off the middle fixed piece because of weight but looks like that's not an issue.

[@digdrivediy]

Yes, I agree that that will be my first point of weight removal. I was really worried about the weight on this machine, but from what I've tested so far, I think I'll still be able to do a lot of work with it, even with a limitation that may not affect the bigger tractors.

[@haveyouseentheone]

I'm dying laughing imagining this company's legal department after watching your video. You sent him what and he posted what? Love your videos Neil

[@casycasy5199]

nice teaching video.you explained everything first rate.did you see a big difference with the curl??mine is real slow also.i may look for it and remove it.

[@digdrivediy]

Hey, thanks a lot Ron. Yes, I did see a major improvement in the curl speed with the orifice gone. I wanted to spend a little more time with it to be confident that it was the right move to leave it out of there. But from what I saw so far I like it much better.

[@edsecorr7812]

Great job thank you nice love your videos

[@michaelmaker8169]

You probably could have heated the hose with hot water or heat gun or sliced it and put slice behind switch. Nice job.

[@digdrivediy]

True. My brain was fried at the time. I probably could have done exactly that! I did try some lube with no luck.

[@michaelmaker8169]

@@digdrivediy ya you did say it was midnight. Lol

[@tonynieuwlandt5407]

Game changer!!!!!!

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah I can't wait to get it out and see what it can do!

[@KingsOutdoorLife]

How did you know I needed you to do this video? I have been wondering for a couple years if I could get one of these for my 770? Several of the channels I watch have them. Looks to me like the same setup you are using would work for my 770 as well. Give us a follow-up in a few months. Meanwhile I will try to get enough viewers to work our a deal with Artillian! ;-)

[@digdrivediy]

Oh yeah! You can get it to work on your 770. I'll be happy to update in several months to see how the old girl is doing! I'll have a feeling. I will wonder how I ever lived without it. Thanks so much for watching KOL!

[@curtanderson8655]

Wow... you should have a little or maybe a lot more time on your hands with the new toy. So since you upgraded to a grapple are you thinking about maybe a new to you bigger tractor like a 2038R or even bigger? I was also thinking that you might have had all that wood split so it would be drying down for this winter and you could be playing with the new splitter. We still love all your videos so keep them coming. Thank you for everything

[@digdrivediy]

I should be far along with that pile of wood, but as you can see I'm a little behind yet. I'm hoping to start working up some wood here very soon in the next couple weeks actually.

[@scottsoper]

Do you have rim guard in the tires? good way to add low center of gravity weight.

[@digdrivediy]

No, I don't but I sure could use some!

[@mmathis3947]

Makes me wish i had a loader for my jd 750

[@young11984]

Does the tractor not have an auxillary outlet on the back of it, if so it Makes adding a front grapple easier.

[@digdrivediy]

It does not.

[@nathansmall6799]

I wonder if your tractor has a power beyond kit that is plugged off? Then you could hook into that and have an electric operated valve instead of the diverter, and have all three functions without having to choose between tilt and grapple.

[@digdrivediy]

You can add a power beyond kit to these tractors. Captain Kleeman did it to his, but for me this seemed like a logical choice as the curl and pinch of the grapple work in conjunction with each other. But I would really like to have that third spool for a rear implement too!

[@jeanvaljohn3921]

Be advised that the grapple may be super human in strength But the loader arms Might very well NOT be. I've seen two or three small tractor videos explaining how loader arms were tweaked out of whack by lifting up a tree root on one side but not the other or Getting a great big log up with very un even weight distribution. ( 8 ft. Of log on one side and 1 ft. On the other side , to buck up rounds ) Very impressive plumbing skills, You would have to help me find which end of the wrench to hold. Good video

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Jean! I try to be pretty mindful of not putting an awkward load on the loader arms.

[@jeanvaljohn3921]

@@digdrivediy you are welcome, no personal experience, Just watched others vids

[@matttps]

Thanks for the great videos Neil, I've done the skid steer mount and the hydraulic bypass modifications. I'm wondering if you ended up experimenting with removing that orifice in the dump/curl circuit, I saw you put it back in the video. The speed of that has always frustrated me especially when plowing snow

[@digdrivediy]

I actually left the orifice out. I think it works better.

[@matttps]

@@digdrivediy awesome I'll try it this weekend

[@matttps]

@@digdrivediy Holy cow there's an orifice in the boom circuit too!

[@paulatkinson2849]

Enjoy ur trip as a guy that drills a lot of holes in metal I use cobalt drills and on a slower speed (think that's how ur drill broke on hi speed) far from me to tell u how to drill holes it's just the way I do it it works for me but might not be quick enough for u (ps Im no good at sharpening drills) I have a device that mounts next to ur grinder with an adjustable bed to get the angle right ( yeah it's cheating) 😎

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Paul. We had a great time on our camping trip! You're probably right about that drill speed. I had it going a little too fast. I'm always in the act of learning so no worries here. Thanks for watching as always!

[@donaldslate4195]

Check out Outback Wrap

[@bobcole9274]

Very good video, especially liked the cardboard and routing segment. Would you mind sharing which (mfg/model) diverter valve kit you used

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Bob. They sent me the diverter kit for a Mahindra 26L tractor. I only modified two hoses in that kit by cutting off 12" and adding 3/8" male o-ring face fittings. I believe that Artillian may work to develop a kit for the 55 series if there is enough interest.

[@phillipberthiaume301]

Did removing that orifice from the hydraulic line help with the speed and function of your bucket curl? I have an 855 and may do the same with mine if it helps.

[@digdrivediy]

It did help speed it up.

[@chrisreibold1634]

I was wondering if you or any viewers have had to replace a power steering hose on a 755. I tried the dealer but they said only a 10' roll of bulk hose was available. If I'm not mistaken the fittings ( one straight, one elbow) do not come with the ends that are crimped onto the oem hose. Part # m91486 hose. Idk if anyone has tried a place that makes hydraulic hoses?

[@digdrivediy]

Should be an easy hose to make up at a hydraulic shop. Our local Napa store could make that hose up for you. Maybe you have one around?

[@chrisreibold1634]

Thank you for the reply Neil. To my surprise both steering lines only cost me $9.00 from the local hardware store. This is because the ends on the factory hoses are "repair in the field" type of fittings. They unscrew off of old hose and screw onto new one. You must take the fitting out of the piece that goes over the hose first. Then unscrew off of old hose. Fyi these are reverse threads. Easy to do with a bench vise and a Crecent wrench.

[@scubastevesdestiny]

What is the part number for the artillion third function kit you purchased

[@digdrivediy]

I'm not sure the part number. If you contact artillian they'll be able to fix you up though.

[@nightsailor1]

Curious; is that switch now HOT all the time? Will it be a battery drain?

[@digdrivediy]

Good question. The switch is open at rest so it won't draw any current until it is pressed to energize the valves. It should be just like anything else. When the switch is in the off position I would think. So no I don't expect any problem with battery draw.

[@bobwatson9290]

Definitely need more ballast

[@KingsOutdoorLife]

How did you know I needed you to do this video? I have been wondering for a couple years if I could get one of these for my 770? Several of the channels I watch have them. Looks to me like the same setup you are using would work for my 770 as well. Give us a follow-up in a few months. Meanwhile I will try to get enough viewers to work our a deal with Artillian! ;-) My biggest concern is with additional weight how much can I still lift?

[@digdrivediy]

Oh and answer your question. You can still lift more with the tractor than with your back! :) But I was really worried about that too. To be honest. I'm pleasantly surprised so far so we'll see how it goes. I know that brush won't ever be an issue either way.

[@robsmith7681]

Neil, would that diverter kit be something you could use for a hydraulic third link on the 3 point?

[@digdrivediy]

Yes, I absolutely think you could use it in that capacity Rob.