Operation Tips: Dual Action Sickle Bars on BCS Two-Wheel Tractors

[@gattonpc]

The fun beggins in a ticker and bigger grass with these machines. :)

[@hu_b]

Does BCS have a video on changing the transmission oil in this mower, or any tips? Fill and drain hole are the same I believe and the widest mowers are heavy and unwieldy.

[@BCSAmerica]

We just posted a video on checking/changing the sickle bar transmission oil. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn7Qm6Kumsl5h6s

[@bobburkinshaw6418]

What is maximum height that the mower can be set at. You mention that you had it set at 4". Can it go higher than that?

[@BCSAmerica]

4" is about as high as the skids will go.

[@erikacellar8679]

Hi BCS✋Do you have to put lubrication between two blades? Thx😊

[@BCSAmerica]

Not necessary. The material you are cutting actually provides all the lubrication necessary!

[@erikacellar8679]

@@BCSAmerica That is enough for lubrication the water from the grass? Metál to metal not better somes oil?

[@BCSAmerica]

@@erikacellar8679 That's correct. If you wash the cutter bar with water after use, you may want to apply some lubricant to prevent blade oxidation. But the blades do not require lubrication otherwise.

[@erikacellar8679]

@@BCSAmerica I understand, thx a lot ✋

[@BCSAmerica]

@@erikacellar8679We should note there are a few grease points for the crank drive. We have a few videos on sickle bar maintenance here: www.bcsamerica.com/pages/how-to-videos

[@hu_b]

I run my dual action sickle bar in the neighborhood of 1/3 throttle and have had no problem cutting through very dense grass and occasional shrubs, usually in 3rd gear. Why the recommendation for using it at 3/4 throttle?

[@weridebikes1000]

What advantage does this have over the older ‘fingered’ version?

[@BCSAmerica]

The version with fingers is formerly known as "duplex", and has been available for many years. Compared to the standard sickle bar, it reduces vibration and enables mowing large grassy areas at faster speeds. The version without fingers is better suited to use in woody material such as saplings, because the version with fingers can be prone to breakage. This version also includes heavier-duty self-adjusting tensioners.

[@cliftonleisure8097]

Can the mowing sulky be used in conjunction with the dual-action sickle bar attachment?

[@BCSAmerica]

Absolutely! It can be used with all mowing attachments and nearly every front-mount attachment. Cheers

[@KennyRider137]

How much goat power is this?

[@kanupriyajaipuria7898]

Can this be used to cut lemongrass field?

[@BCSAmerica]

It will cut anything up to about 1.5" thick, including small saplings. Lemongrass would be no problem.

[@trockodile]

How would this mower cope with undulating terrain, the field you mowed in the video was very flat?

[@BCSAmerica]

Actually, it was really bumpy! The field we were mowing is a former horse pasture, so there are lots of bumps and potholes that you can't see in the video. If your ground is REALLY bumpy, you can add considerable stability by widening the wheels. We have wheel extensions available in a number of widths that install between the tractor and the wheels. This helps with bumpy ground, and makes mowing steep slopes much safer. Thanks!

[@trockodile]

@@BCSAmerica Very many thanks for the swift response and excellent uploads. A great resource for a wannabe market gardner! 👍

[@gusbuster8068]

How often do you have to sharpen blades?

[@BCSAmerica]

Occasionally you may need to file off a burr or chip if you run into something hard like stone or rebar. The rate that the blades wear down will depend on what type of material you are cutting. Running them along a grinder once a season to re-establish the edges is probably a good idea. Thanks!

[@JAlvisllc]

Why no fingers?

[@BCSAmerica]

Great question! We have Dual Action Sickle Bars with fingers (47", 59" & 71") and without fingers (51", 67" & 82"). The models with fingers are best for applications like clearing large grassy areas, but aren't recommended for woody brush. The models with fingers can handle woody material up to 0.5", like small saplings, without any issues.

[@hu_b]

@@BCSAmerica Why aren't the fingers models suitable for cutting brush?

[@gerrydavidson1065]

How much would this exact unit cost, and where can we buy one?

[@BCSAmerica]

This EXACT unit is a 51" Dual Action Sickle Bar Mower mounted on a Model 749 Tractor with recoil start. Both of these, as well as every other tractor and attachment we sell, can be found on our website: bcsamerica.com/product/duplex-sickle-bar-mower bcsamerica.com/product/model-749-ps Both products are currently on sale through the end of December and sale pricing is listed on our website. You can find your nearest dealer on our website, too: bcsamerica.com/find-a-dealer Thank you!

[@chadlimohamedayoub8222]

Can this mower cut green corn ?

[@BCSAmerica]

Absolutely. Corn wouldn't slow it down at all.

[@edchambers6824]

Where can I buy

[@BCSAmerica]

Find your nearest dealer on our website: bcsamerica.com/find-a-dealer

[@philakakayo8640]

It does a great job

[@richardbarton7365]

Great demo, ugly hat.