I have found what works really great on these thumbs is allowing it to go half way down and shut the switch off for the hydraulic circuit and use that thumb as a stationary thumb. It works really good like that too! Thanks Tim this is a great video. I’ve been looking at them for a while now, I’m going to have to grab one soon!
First time i see that valve used on a thumb. I would of thought as well set up the kit was it would of had an electric diverter switch.......that way you could mount a button on the end of your joystick and press it to operate the thumb and release to operate the bucket. The valves are about the same price just the electric one obviously would need an aditional $15-20 of electrical.
Tim until I helped a friend on his race car I found out a few things. When working on anything mechanical it is always from the drivers seat. This way you know when doing something like this it is always from you looking at it from the seat! I hope this helps you with further projects!
My dog was barking to go outside when you were demonstrating the thumb. I’ll wait for the first video of you using it to see if I like the way it works. Nice job installing it.
Tim. Don’t feel bad about getting the wrong side of the backhoe. I did the exact same thing when ordering a stabilizer cylinder. I don’t know why Deere does that. Everything I’ve ever operated or worked on left or right was always from the driver’s seat 💺 or pilot’s seat. I think the thumb will work well. It was a bit misleading when you operated it. You allowed everything to go full stroke vs reversing direction as you would when picking up an item. I wish they made one for the 375A backhoe. Great job. The barn is starting to take shape.
Hey Tim. These videos convinced me to get this. Had it since new 3 - years. Now the “button” is tough to push/pull. I ordered a manual diverter from summit with a momentary switch. You may have me trying to make my first video.
Nice little thumb Tim but i am sorry i dont like how they are using the hydraulics they should just use 2 more hoses on the diverter or better just put a 12v diverter hydraulic valve just like how you did the grapple so you can control the thumb !! have a good week end !! Kioti Curt :-)
Hey Tim I know you have said that you don't use air tools because of the noise and you want us to be able to hear what you are saying as you work but you know Milwaukee makes some real nice battery powered tools that would make your work much faster and easier without the noise. Just a thought. :)
Good informative video. Only thing i would add is anytime you unhook hydrolic hoses or add attachments that use hydrolic it only takes a second to check hydrolic oil level. I learned running old equipment with leaks so it got burnt in my head to check the hydrolic oil often but as a rule of thumb at least check when swaping attachments especialy new cylinders were they often need at least a quart to fill them if they are new
Thanks for the video Tim! I have a BH 46. I’m thinking of making a mechanical thumb that just mirrors the operation of the bucket with a disconnecter to stow it out of the way.
You are a confidence builder Tim! I love how you show new mod installs on your tractors. I had watched your Artillian grapple install video twice before I ordered mine and once again before I installed it. I can't wait to see this thumb in action.
I was wondering about that manual diverter-like valve the whole time you were installing the kit and thinking HUH? I'm very anxious to see it in operation. My initial reaction is that JD went 80% with the kit and then the engineers went to lunch and someone took a shortcut as I would have expected a hydraulic thumb on a backhoe to work just like one does on an Excavator. That is, like a mini grapple that you can open and close independently to grab things regardless of where the bucket is. The way it is it seems like nothing more than a mechanical thumb that has a hydraulic park position. Hopefully you will change my mind when I see you demonstrate it but I'm thinking someone will ultimately need to come out a kit with some additional hoses and another valve near the operator to make this thing truly useful.
You are the TTWT #1 skeptic, Joe! Channel wouldn't be the same without you! I have the same thoughts about the valve. I have used the thumb for one small project, digging out a 26 yr old 'Red Tip Bush Stump'. I dunno for sure if 'Red Tip' is the right name for the plant, but the leaves turn red in the fall, and they grow crazy fast. Usually planted right by houses. Anyway, It worked well for that task. I had to reach up and hit the button a couple of times to enable.disable the thumb during my digging, but overall, I was surprised at how well it worked. I still need more practice to give a more thorough review, but I'm trying to keep an open mind! I CAN say that I appreciated being able to move the thumb. The mechanical thumbs seem to be 'in the way' to me, especially on such a small hoe.
My thought is when the bucket hits whatever you are going to pickup, the change of pressure will cause the flow to move into the thumb closing it while the bucket stays stationary against the object that you are going to lift.
I'm planning on using a Hydraforce diverter cartridge off of the right stablilizer. Very seldom will the thumb and stabilizer need to be actuated at the same time, and this way I can reach down with my left hand to operate the thumb using the stabilizer lever. Stay tuned!
Sure glad you didn't bend that cotter pin up front!! Where was Christy when you needed that third hand putting the valve in?? Nice job and excellent descriptions/instructions. Looks pretty slick!
You need to send that little guy back to the factory to grow up alittle more....😁 I'm used to bigger iron and it's funny to see things this little. I'm sure you can get a lot of work done with it.
To bad it doesn’t have a switch or foot pedal. I prefer pedal but just use to it. I am deff interested in seeing how that works in the field. Especially working with ur bucket in close to u.
When I got my 485 backhoe for my JD I saved money by installing it all myself. I added a thumb to mine and the thumb alone ...for a mechanical thumb....was a tad over $1000. I didn’t even ask how much the hydraulic cylinder was for it..... they are not cheap at all.
EOSJOE sure is. I didn’t even ask how much a hydraulic one was because of the sticker shock of the mechanical one. In all I paid $10,500 for the backhoe, thumb and hydraulic oil cooler. Saved nearly $1000 by doing the install myself. Being disabled it took me 2 months to get it done but I saved $$.
I'm curious how well it can grab large rocks. The large landscape type or ones the glaciers deposit right in the middle of the hole one is trying to dig. Hopefully there will be a future video on this type of project.
Love the vid's! Man not fussing and because you make your living seeing, please put on some safety glasses. I work in mfg and stuff can happen in a blink of an eye (pardon the pun). Cheers man keep it coming.
It looks like those side plates aren't needed on the 260B install. The cylinder load goes directly into the boom the way it's mounted. I wonder if the manufacturer would be willing to lower the price slightly if you ask to leave the side plates out of the kit?
I don't like the way it operates. Should have it's own hydralic circuit independent of the bucket curl. Deere, you need to go back to the drawing board on this one.
Hey Tim I you got me hooked on your videos LOL. I purchased a 1025R from watching your comparison between the Kobota and and the Johnnie. I was wondering can you position the thumb and lock it with the valve and then curl the bucket into it with out it moving, similar to the lower grapple rake? Knowing it won't go straight out.
Have to say that a mechanical thumb would do just as good unless you can have the third power function added. Like the video just not the pricey hydromechanical thumb.
Currently installing the thumb. Just as I am getting started I find the new pivot pin will only slide through one side of the thumb assembly. Would you advise trying to ream the thumb assembly - or should it be replaced?
I'm going to rename the channel to "Big money spent with Tim." Haha Whew you've got some money tied up in all of those John Deere toys and attachments.
Hey Tim. I just put a deposit on a 2025R. Currently adding an attachments list. Do you think the hydraulic thumb is worth the extra cost over the mechanical thumb? They are charging me 1200 for the hydraulic thumb. Thanks for posting all your videos!!! I was going to buy a B2601 but after seeing all you do with Johnny I was sold on the 2025R. The frame, cab, loader, is all so much thicker and solid compared to the Kubota. The cab on the Kubota flexes when you step on the step! It feels cheap. People bend their Kubota loaders too. I've never heard of that happening on a John Deere
I’ll wait and see how it operates will it is out doing something before I judge I thought it was going to integrate a diverter especially for the cost of it
@@TractorTimewithTim thank you for this reply and all of the videos! I've got the summit rear remote coming this week and can't wait to try it out. Your install vid will be getting some more views for sure before I'm up and running.
I recently ordered a 1025r. My dealer offered the add a thumb. I don't see what you would need it for. I'm in Paradise, CA and I have no trees or brush. Only stumps, 33.
Tim, You are a very good fisherman! You definitely need more Good Works stickers on that tractor and equipment! If you zoom in too much in the wrong place you can't see the sticker. Just a little fun at your expense. Are you legal with truck and trailer yet? Also, did you get insurance on your pickup for commercial use?
Goodworks stuck those stickers all over it. I need to remove some. I am legal as long as I do commercial work only in Indiana. Yes, I have commercial insurance on trucks and trailers.
Keep in mind that Quick Hitches (like the iMatch) are sized by 3PH category. So a Cat-1 iMatch will fit ANY tractor with a Cat-1 3-point hitch. That includes everything from a 1-series all the way up to a 4-series.
good video.....but its my only instruction....I have never been able to search anything on JD website even with model numbers and part numbers.....including these installation instructions...I had the same problem when buying the 16 inch hoe bucket....Im just not smart enough to figure out the website...so Im thankful for the video but I do wish the video was more detailed....I would drive to JD and get my salesman to print the instructions out for me....But JD is closed ...so I will be trying to install this unit without instructions......due to this issue I will try to avoid JD made attachments in the future
@@TractorTimewithTim tried...but Im not able to figure it out.....even though I was able to find the thumb.......but your video has been a life saver......my installation is almost complete....the indiana rain has stopped me .and thats all from your video........my only instruction in packaging.......said the JD dealer could download and print instructions.......it did not tell me to do that.....but I tried anyway.......Again thank you very much for this video.......without this video I would not have tried to do this project
@@TractorTimewithTim I ordered a JD 1025 R with backhoe and the thumb. Now I am wondering how it will work if and when it ever gets here. Love your videos. Have learned a lot and am excited to see the possibilities unfold with a compact tractor and attachments. I can see this is the start of of financial distress. LoL.
Tim... Where are your blue nitrile protective gloves...? LMAO... Roll On Mean Green...! When working with hydraulics... also have a cheap Harbor Freight free blue tarp on the shop floor...
Tim, knowing the thumb and a grappler are both expensive, do you find you need both or could one suit your needs on a more permanent basis? Also, if you only COULD have one (the grappler or the grabber arm extension) which would you elect as your MUST HAVE of the two?
I lookin for a non hydro thumb . ..a mechanical thumb . . .to fit myJD 260B . . .do you have any links from companies that sell . . . i do not need a hydo unit . .i only need for few rocks or stumps.
Let me see here if I understand something since I'm new to all this: On the loader, there's an optional 3rd function valve (I think that's the name). If there was the same option on a backhoe (I assume there isn't) then would the thumb be able to operate independently? Also, I thought I saw where there was a factory option for a hydraulic thumb and I believe you mentioned this is a John Deere part so is this the same thumb as one would get if ordering the factory option?
@@TractorTimewithTim Thanks Tim! Really appreciate the feedback. Slick the way that they have that valve for the finger set up (I also suspect much of the cost is in that valve) & maybe this isn't necessary since the finger can be disabled (or actually has to be enabled) but it seems there'd be a pretty easy way to use that front diverter valve to control a 3rd function on either the backhoe OR the loader even if it meant reaching around to control the finger or adding a control to the rear. Will have to look at one 🤔 (Cant help it -I'm a hands-on/get dirty mechanical engineer🙂).
I found them, my wife is trying to put a block on your channel. I used your comment we have lots of landscaping to do why rent when you can have a machine sitting here
to start with . I used to love your videos . now I think it's all about money you used to be all about the ability of the JD 1025 r . I just purchased one . let's get back to the sub compact . I know this is video is about the 1025 . please stick to the 1025 r .
Of course, if you trade for a 2038r, you would want 2038r videos. We published a poll on this channel asking for opinions on this topic. 95% of respondents said they enjoyed some variety. I love the smallest equipment the best. We will continue to provide all of the information and content pertaining to the 1025r that we can. Having said that, we get so many questions asking about what size tractor is best for a given user’s needs. We believe we can demonstrate strengths and weaknesses of larger and smaller machines. One last question. Did you know about the hydraulic thumb for the Deere compact tractors before this episode? If not, I fail to see how this video could be a disappointment to you. Now, not only do you know that their IS such an attachment available, you also know how it functions. As I write more and more, I realize that I am at a total loss to understand your point!
@@TractorTimewithTim you are way off . I and alot of others !!! we love the simple man videos not the contractor ones . please stick to the sub compact. I could have what I wanted and thanks to you 1025r TLB I am pleased !
Just finished my install. Watching your video convinced me that I could do it! Thanks Tim I appreciate your videos.
Great to hear, George! That is what we are here for! Rewarding feeling isn't it!?
I have found what works really great on these thumbs is allowing it to go half way down and shut the switch off for the hydraulic circuit and use that thumb as a stationary thumb. It works really good like that too!
Thanks Tim this is a great video. I’ve been looking at them for a while now, I’m going to have to grab one soon!
That free shipping option from greenpartstore is hard to beat!
Great Video Tim, Thanks for not editing out the mistakes as we all make them.
First time i see that valve used on a thumb. I would of thought as well set up the kit was it would of had an electric diverter switch.......that way you could mount a button on the end of your joystick and press it to operate the thumb and release to operate the bucket. The valves are about the same price just the electric one obviously would need an aditional $15-20 of electrical.
Tim until I helped a friend on his race car I found out a few things. When working on anything mechanical it is always from the drivers seat. This way you know when doing something like this it is always from you looking at it from the seat! I hope this helps you with further projects!
My dog was barking to go outside when you were demonstrating the thumb. I’ll wait for the first video of you using it to see if I like the way it works. Nice job installing it.
Love hydraulic thumbs, over man ones but not to sure on the ops of it yet until I see it work.
Tim. Don’t feel bad about getting the wrong side of the backhoe. I did the exact same thing when ordering a stabilizer cylinder. I don’t know why Deere does that. Everything I’ve ever operated or worked on left or right was always from the driver’s seat 💺 or pilot’s seat. I think the thumb will work well. It was a bit misleading when you operated it. You allowed everything to go full stroke vs reversing direction as you would when picking up an item. I wish they made one for the 375A backhoe. Great job. The barn is starting to take shape.
Great vid Tim , I feel it would be far more useful in some circumstance s with an electrical diverter separate to the bucket .
Greater finesse
Hey Tim. These videos convinced me to get this. Had it since new 3 - years. Now the “button” is tough to push/pull. I ordered a manual diverter from summit with a momentary switch. You may have me trying to make my first video.
Did the button recently become hard to pull, or was it always hard to pull?
Nice little thumb Tim but i am sorry i dont like how they are using the hydraulics they should just use 2 more hoses on the diverter or better just put a 12v diverter hydraulic valve just like how you did the grapple so you can control the thumb !! have a good week end !! Kioti Curt :-)
Oh geeze. I don't have a 270b for my 2038r, but now I'm going to have to get one just to get a hydraulic thumb.
Was just investigating a backhoe for 3025e. Perfect timing 🙂
Hey Tim I know you have said that you don't use air tools because of the noise and you want us to be able to hear what you are saying as you work but you know Milwaukee makes some real nice battery powered tools that would make your work much faster and easier without the noise. Just a thought. :)
There’s two rules to left and right. Mechanics view and bodyshop view. Bodyshop is from operating seat, mechanics is hood open, looking at the motor.
Good informative video. Only thing i would add is anytime you unhook hydrolic hoses or add attachments that use hydrolic it only takes a second to check hydrolic oil level. I learned running old equipment with leaks so it got burnt in my head to check the hydrolic oil often but as a rule of thumb at least check when swaping attachments especialy new cylinders were they often need at least a quart to fill them if they are new
Tim thank you learning is great
God Bless
PaK
The hydraulic toplink I put on my 39 is great. I will not buy a backhoe, I will not buy a backhoe...................Nice Job
Thanks I've been looking for one
Way to go Tim, good assembly with the Thumb. Now for that tree. LOL
Thanks for the video Tim! I have a BH 46. I’m thinking of making a mechanical thumb that just mirrors the operation of the bucket with a disconnecter to stow it out of the way.
You are a confidence builder Tim! I love how you show new mod installs on your tractors. I had watched your Artillian grapple install video twice before I ordered mine and once again before I installed it. I can't wait to see this thumb in action.
Ha! I always show that even when we do it wrong, we can fix it!
Thanks for the kind words.
You have more equipment that a farm dealership. Not a bad thing, wish I had half.
A adjustable pin thumb is better and cheaper you can set it and actuality grab stuff because the thumb stays where you set it .No hydraulics needed.
Yea, all this hydraulic stuff is overrated.
I would like to see you do a similar video on the Kubota BH 77 backhoe, since you now have the LX3310. Thanks Tim!
I don’t have the backhoe.
Another great video... Thanks Tim, hopefully a backhoe some day I’m my arsenal. Jdmich
Tim a hydraulic thumb gives you longer reach for bucking fire wood or limbs for trailer length or width
I was wondering about that manual diverter-like valve the whole time you were installing the kit and thinking HUH? I'm very anxious to see it in operation. My initial reaction is that JD went 80% with the kit and then the engineers went to lunch and someone took a shortcut as I would have expected a hydraulic thumb on a backhoe to work just like one does on an Excavator. That is, like a mini grapple that you can open and close independently to grab things regardless of where the bucket is. The way it is it seems like nothing more than a mechanical thumb that has a hydraulic park position. Hopefully you will change my mind when I see you demonstrate it but I'm thinking someone will ultimately need to come out a kit with some additional hoses and another valve near the operator to make this thing truly useful.
You are the TTWT #1 skeptic, Joe! Channel wouldn't be the same without you! I have the same thoughts about the valve. I have used the thumb for one small project, digging out a 26 yr old 'Red Tip Bush Stump'. I dunno for sure if 'Red Tip' is the right name for the plant, but the leaves turn red in the fall, and they grow crazy fast. Usually planted right by houses.
Anyway, It worked well for that task. I had to reach up and hit the button a couple of times to enable.disable the thumb during my digging, but overall, I was surprised at how well it worked.
I still need more practice to give a more thorough review, but I'm trying to keep an open mind!
I CAN say that I appreciated being able to move the thumb. The mechanical thumbs seem to be 'in the way' to me, especially on such a small hoe.
My thought is when the bucket hits whatever you are going to pickup, the change of pressure will cause the flow to move into the thumb closing it while the bucket stays stationary against the object that you are going to lift.
In my brief project, the thumb worked well grabbing the small stump I dug out.
I don’t have enough experience (yet) to provide more info.
In the uk it is called a coach bolt
LMAO, that backwards cylinder is exactly the kind of mistake I’d make on an install like this. 🤣
The hydraulic thumb will be a handy addition!
I'm planning on using a Hydraforce diverter cartridge off of the right stablilizer. Very seldom will the thumb and stabilizer need to be actuated at the same time, and this way I can reach down with my left hand to operate the thumb using the stabilizer lever. Stay tuned!
Interesting idea!
Sure glad you didn't bend that cotter pin up front!! Where was Christy when you needed that third hand putting the valve in??
Nice job and excellent descriptions/instructions. Looks pretty slick!
You need to send that little guy back to the factory to grow up alittle more....😁 I'm used to bigger iron and it's funny to see things this little. I'm sure you can get a lot of work done with it.
Welcome to our channel. You’ll see us do amazing work with this little guy!
@@TractorTimewithTim thankyou. You have a great channel. Your doing great. I enjoy it. Your narration is very enjoyable.
Tights tight, and too tight is broken 😉👍
Dang I just put a quick connect and a thumb on mine. Bxpanded.
To bad it doesn’t have a switch or foot pedal. I prefer pedal but just use to it. I am deff interested in seeing how that works in the field. Especially working with ur bucket in close to u.
When I got my 485 backhoe for my JD I saved money by installing it all myself. I added a thumb to mine and the thumb alone ...for a mechanical thumb....was a tad over $1000. I didn’t even ask how much the hydraulic cylinder was for it..... they are not cheap at all.
Wow... if you paid $1000 for a mechanical thumb then this kit is a super bargain as it's only $300 more. You can't even buy a cylinder for that!
EOSJOE sure is. I didn’t even ask how much a hydraulic one was because of the sticker shock of the mechanical one.
In all I paid $10,500 for the backhoe, thumb and hydraulic oil cooler.
Saved nearly $1000 by doing the install myself.
Being disabled it took me 2 months to get it done but I saved $$.
Great video
The kit is neat, but I don’t think I like the way t actuates, I would much rather have a diverted over this.
I'm curious how well it can grab large rocks. The large landscape type or ones the glaciers deposit right in the middle of the hole one is trying to dig. Hopefully there will be a future video on this type of project.
Love the vid's! Man not fussing and because you make your living seeing, please put on some safety glasses. I work in mfg and stuff can happen in a blink of an eye (pardon the pun). Cheers man keep it coming.
Great in stall.
It looks like those side plates aren't needed on the 260B install. The cylinder load goes directly into the boom the way it's mounted.
I wonder if the manufacturer would be willing to lower the price slightly if you ask to leave the side plates out of the kit?
A CHOO. Christy you set off my allergies. Lol. (And Miss Katriel's allergies as well).
I don't like the way it operates. Should have it's own hydralic circuit independent of the bucket curl. Deere, you need to go back to the drawing board on this one.
nice job Tim I have a mec thumb don't think I cam just a fiy a hyd one / that is cool
Understood. This one is pricey!
Hey Tim I you got me hooked on your videos LOL. I purchased a 1025R from watching your comparison between the Kobota and and the Johnnie. I was wondering can you position the thumb and lock it with the valve and then curl the bucket into it with out it moving, similar to the lower grapple rake? Knowing it won't go straight out.
nice! Hey Tim where do you get the shelving?
Have to say that a mechanical thumb would do just as good unless you can have the third power function added. Like the video just not the pricey hydromechanical thumb.
Currently installing the thumb. Just as I am getting started I find the new pivot pin will only slide through one side of the thumb assembly. Would you advise trying to ream the thumb assembly - or should it be replaced?
hmmm..... wonder if that could be retro to the 260 and an electric scv.
Hey Tim is it just a coincidence that the host of Tool Time's name was also Tim? I just thought that was amusing as I watched your video.
Ha! Yea, we have always teased about that.
Welcome to our channel, Terrence!
I think it’s going to get in the way when you have to clean up your trench
Nice job 👍
I'm going to rename the channel to "Big money spent with Tim." Haha Whew you've got some money tied up in all of those John Deere toys and attachments.
We have many sponsors. There would be no way that we could afford all of this stuff
Tractor Time with Tim wanna sponsor me? I could use a few more attachments 😂
@@TractorTimewithTim awesome, thank you for doing everything you can and getting to enjoy every minute of it that you can control.
Hey Tim. I just put a deposit on a 2025R. Currently adding an attachments list. Do you think the hydraulic thumb is worth the extra cost over the mechanical thumb? They are charging me 1200 for the hydraulic thumb. Thanks for posting all your videos!!! I was going to buy a B2601 but after seeing all you do with Johnny I was sold on the 2025R. The frame, cab, loader, is all so much thicker and solid compared to the Kubota. The cab on the Kubota flexes when you step on the step! It feels cheap. People bend their Kubota loaders too. I've never heard of that happening on a John Deere
Is the hydraulic thumb worth it? I dunno. It is really nice. Hard to put a value on it.
Tractor time "to buy a torque wrench" with Tim.
I’m Diggin it
I’ll wait and see how it operates will it is out doing something before I judge I thought it was going to integrate a diverter especially for the cost of it
Me too!
Is there any need to purge air in new hydraulic parts? Or perhaps there is but the tractor handles it automatically?
No need. Happens automatically
@@TractorTimewithTim thank you for this reply and all of the videos! I've got the summit rear remote coming this week and can't wait to try it out. Your install vid will be getting some more views for sure before I'm up and running.
Ive done some work to my 2038r that you may like. Is there a way to send you pics and summary of what I did. Get some insight and see what you think.
Good video.
Great video!
I recently ordered a 1025r. My dealer offered the add a thumb. I don't see what you would need it for. I'm in Paradise, CA and I have no trees or brush. Only stumps, 33.
Congratulations!
I like it!
Good video!
Tim, You are a very good fisherman! You definitely need more Good Works stickers on that tractor and equipment! If you zoom in too much in the wrong place you can't see the sticker. Just a little fun at your expense. Are you legal with truck and trailer yet? Also, did you get insurance on your pickup for commercial use?
Goodworks stuck those stickers all over it. I need to remove some.
I am legal as long as I do commercial work only in Indiana.
Yes, I have commercial insurance on trucks and trailers.
Tractor Time with Tim Tim, you could go another way. Add lots of stickers to it. Either way, the result is the same! 😊
Question... do you use the same size imatch hitch for the 1025r and 2038r?
Yes.
Tractor Time with Tim thanks. I want to someday trade up from my 1025 to the 2032-2038. Couldn’t find any info on this. 👍
Keep in mind that Quick Hitches (like the iMatch) are sized by 3PH category. So a Cat-1 iMatch will fit ANY tractor with a Cat-1 3-point hitch. That includes everything from a 1-series all the way up to a 4-series.
good video.....but its my only instruction....I have never been able to search anything on JD website even with model numbers and part numbers.....including these installation instructions...I had the same problem when buying the 16 inch hoe bucket....Im just not smart enough to figure out the website...so Im thankful for the video but I do wish the video was more detailed....I would drive to JD and get my salesman to print the instructions out for me....But JD is closed ...so I will be trying to install this unit without instructions......due to this issue I will try to avoid JD made attachments in the future
Interesting. You can get installation instructions from GreenPartStore.com/ttwt
@@TractorTimewithTim tried...but Im not able to figure it out.....even though I was able to find the thumb.......but your video has been a life saver......my installation is almost complete....the indiana rain has stopped me
.and thats all from your video........my only instruction in packaging.......said the JD dealer could download and print instructions.......it did not tell me to do that.....but I tried anyway.......Again thank you very much for this video.......without this video I would not have tried to do this project
Glad the video has helped!
Does the Deere Hydraulic Thumb work with the BXpanded quick change adaptor ?
Absolutely
What's the purpose of that top bracket if the top of the cylinder attaches directly to the flanges of the back hoe?
I’m thinking reinforcement. I suspect those little protrusions are not strong enough to handle the force.
Love the idea of a thumb but I want to control it separately from the bucket. Is that a possibility?
I’m sure you could plumb it that way somehow. I’m finding that it works pretty well in practice.
@@TractorTimewithTim I ordered a JD 1025 R with backhoe and the thumb. Now I am wondering how it will work if and when it ever gets here. Love your videos. Have learned a lot and am excited to see the possibilities unfold with a compact tractor and attachments. I can see this is the start of of financial distress. LoL.
I try buying a part at green part store and it look like they won’t your TTWT code for 5% off.
TTWT supports free shipping at greenpartstore.com. Not 5% off.
Does anyone know if the BXPanded quick-attach bucket connector will interfere with the installation and/or operation of the JD hydraulic thumb?
Just an fyi. It fits and works fine.
Tim... Where are your blue nitrile protective gloves...? LMAO... Roll On Mean Green...! When working with hydraulics... also have a cheap Harbor Freight free blue tarp on the shop floor...
Tim, knowing the thumb and a grappler are both expensive, do you find you need both or could one suit your needs on a more permanent basis? Also, if you only COULD have one (the grappler or the grabber arm extension) which would you elect as your MUST HAVE of the two?
Grapple for the loader is top priority.
Thumb on the backhoe is a luxury.
@@TractorTimewithTim that's all the endorsement I need then. Thanks for your insight. Once again, another great video. =)
I love your video
Would a bxpanded quick attach backhoe bucket adapter work with this hydraulic thumb?
I assume.
so you have a calibrated elbow?
I lookin for a non hydro thumb . ..a mechanical thumb . . .to fit myJD 260B . . .do you have any links from companies that sell . . . i do not need a hydo unit . .i only need for few rocks or stumps.
Deere makes one. GreenPartStore.com/ttwt
Love the videos 🥳
Did you do something different with this video? It didn't play on my Roku or Fire, it was a green screen. I had to view it on my PC.
No difference that I know of. Sorry.
The pole barn looks hot , mine sure is it was like a oven
Tim should contact these guys and see if they can work out a "deal". www.portacool.com/en/us/products
All I need is more humidity! :-)
Someone get Tim a battery powered impact gun they save so much time
Would you need to run the tractor at a higher RPM for you to get the same amount of power if the thumb wasn’t on?
no, there should be no difference.
Tractor Time with Tim cool
For 1300$ I will have to see you use it to see if I put it on my wish list I wonder if it will work with the bxpanded quick hitch
Did the quick hitch use a longer pivot pin? If not, it should work fine.
I don’t know it’s on my wish list also lol
Let me see here if I understand something since I'm new to all this: On the loader, there's an optional 3rd function valve (I think that's the name). If there was the same option on a backhoe (I assume there isn't) then would the thumb be able to operate independently?
Also, I thought I saw where there was a factory option for a hydraulic thumb and I believe you mentioned this is a John Deere part so is this the same thumb as one would get if ordering the factory option?
Yes, this is the same thumb you would get if you ordered new. It is dealer installed.
You are correct on all your diverter comments
@@TractorTimewithTim Thanks Tim! Really appreciate the feedback. Slick the way that they have that valve for the finger set up (I also suspect much of the cost is in that valve) & maybe this isn't necessary since the finger can be disabled (or actually has to be enabled) but it seems there'd be a pretty easy way to use that front diverter valve to control a 3rd function on either the backhoe OR the loader even if it meant reaching around to control the finger or adding a control to the rear. Will have to look at one 🤔 (Cant help it -I'm a hands-on/get dirty mechanical engineer🙂).
Hi Tim, do you know if this hydraulic thumb works on the 2038r / 270b?
Yes, it does
I don’t think I like how that thumb functions.
You should put the orange triangle on the back of a tshirt! I gotta say I'm not a fan of the way you control that thumb.
I love the smv shirt idea!
can you grease this backhoe?
Yes
Ok what wrench for a 1/2 bolt also what size wrench for a m6
3/4” and ..I dunno.
Google is your friend... M6 requires a 10mm wrench.
Since you are John Deere SUb Compact guru. Do they make a backhoe bucket without the teeth?
Mudd’s custom has them
@@TractorTimewithTim Thank You!
I found them, my wife is trying to put a block on your channel. I used your comment we have lots of landscaping to do why rent when you can have a machine sitting here
How is the water in the front yard?
It has gone down.
Can't wait to see how you solve the issue...
to start with . I used to love your videos . now I think it's all about money you used to be all about the ability of the JD 1025 r . I just purchased one . let's get back to the sub compact . I know this is video is about the 1025 . please stick to the 1025 r .
Congratulations on your new 1025r.
Of course, if you trade for a 2038r, you would want 2038r videos.
We published a poll on this channel asking for opinions on this topic. 95% of respondents said they enjoyed some variety.
I love the smallest equipment the best. We will continue to provide all of the information and content pertaining to the 1025r that we can.
Having said that, we get so many questions asking about what size tractor is best for a given user’s needs. We believe we can demonstrate strengths and weaknesses of larger and smaller machines.
One last question. Did you know about the hydraulic thumb for the Deere compact tractors before this episode? If not, I fail to see how this video could be a disappointment to you. Now, not only do you know that their IS such an attachment available, you also know how it functions.
As I write more and more, I realize that I am at a total loss to understand your point!
@@TractorTimewithTim you are way off . I and alot of others !!! we love the simple man videos not the contractor ones . please stick to the sub compact. I could have what I wanted and thanks to you 1025r TLB I am pleased !
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Kyoti ad? Lol...dont they know this is a Johnny page lol
How much did you pay for Johnny
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