I had the exact same problem on my NH T3 and used your technique to fix it today. Came out great although my weld looked like crap because my relay was shot on my Hobart and had to weld with 110. After grinding it looks good as new. The only difference is I used a chop box with a metal cutting blade to keep the cut perfectly squared and I lined up the QA plates by lowering them on my level concrete garage floor. Thanks for posting your video, it saved me a lot of money in dealer repair!
That's outstanding. I'm glad this video helped. Now you can enjoy the loader again! I've welded quite a bit with 110v, if prepped right you can make a solid weld.
Great video and nice fix. I have a Massey Ferguson with the EXACT same problem . I will be using your fix to rectify the problem. Thanks so much for posting this you probably saved me a fortune from having to bring it to the dealer to troubleshoot. I also have not paint cracks etc.. Nice Vid!!!!
Thanks Denny! I just noticed the same thing on mine last night and couldn't figure out what happened. After watching your video I now know this is exactly the same case as mine. Will be doing a repair video soon myself. Thanks for posting. Liked and subbed. Take care!
Turned out really good you could always take and add a spike on the top in the center to help keep the bales from rolling off just a idea another idea you could put a big loop on it for using a chain to help move stuff. Keep up the great videos
Thanks Kenny, I thought about that too. After using it the way it is, I think I might play around with the spear configuration. The one thing I like about the way it's setup now, is I can pick up pallets. Have a good one man!
Looks like another fine fix. On camera, you can't really even see where you did the cut & weld. It's amazing sometimes how people can bend something & not even realize it or maybe they did. Seems like we all end up using the loader tractor more like a bulldozer sometimes, then wonder how'd that get bent. LOL Stay safe.
Question for the experts. I need to do the same, but was told that I should NOT weld with the SSQA still on the tractor as there is a possibility of damaging the electronics on the tractor through arcing. Is this true?
I couldnt tell by video if when you cut bar in half that you had to manipulate ther qucik attach plates back to their correct spot,,i have same exact issue you had and am about to cut the pipe ang from there..great video..
I had to manipulate one side to make it match. I cant remember if I used a large rubber mallet or a crowbar. You'll essentially be compressing or extending a cylinder on one side, until they line up. Best of luck!
@@DennysCountryLife Thanks..im going to cut it in the center today and go from there,,i just bought the tractor new in jan ,im a little concerned how easily the bar got twisted,,i was only using bucket with tooth bar to clear some brush so it wasnt like i was abusing it..
I like to pull the mig but I'd say the argument for pushing mostly pertains to the lighter duty 120v machines and pushing might get better penetration. I was a mostly stick and tig welder though so pulling was more natural....whatever works for you. I trade school they would show you a specific technique but in the end they would tell you it takes practice and eventually you have to do what works for you.
That all makes sense, thanks! I've heard that you can get better penetration if you push, but I've heard that the difference is marginal. I wish I'd have gone to school for it, there's a lot that I don't know. Thanks again!
I believe that there is differences between the push and pull but it's whatever you need to do with it I think if you push it's the angle that you go to the metal you can get more more of a root inside if your straighter into it when you're pulling your going to be more on top of the metal it don't make a lot of difference I don't believe pulling is easier to weld it's more of a Down hand motion it's more of a natural motion that your body is used to that's pretty nice little tractor you got Danny hope it works good for you talk to you later
Thanks Howard, I appreciate your thoughts bud! I always look forward to your input when it comes to fabricating. When I push it's usually for vertical welding or low visibility area, but I should practice with it a bit more so it feels more natural. have a good one!
Good job on the repair, you did fine pulling the weld. Im still using a flux core welder so I have to drag. Sorry I missed you live feed, what happened to the video? I tried to go back and watch it but it was deleted. Hope things are well, Rick
Thanks Rick! I made the video private because I probably said some things that would upset some of my family members.. (political). It's not that I don't stand behind what I said, it's that I don't want to ruin relationships.
Was it hard for you to cut into your tractor? It would be for me! It turned out good can't even see a seam. I know a guy that can haul you some gravel lol! Take care #WorldsOkayestFarmer
Lol! That would be a LOOONG haul for you my friend! It wasn't hard for me to cut into her. That tube is just the same as any other I've cut into, and welds the same as too!
I had the exact same problem on my NH T3 and used your technique to fix it today. Came out great although my weld looked like crap because my relay was shot on my Hobart and had to weld with 110. After grinding it looks good as new. The only difference is I used a chop box with a metal cutting blade to keep the cut perfectly squared and I lined up the QA plates by lowering them on my level concrete garage floor. Thanks for posting your video, it saved me a lot of money in dealer repair!
That's outstanding. I'm glad this video helped. Now you can enjoy the loader again! I've welded quite a bit with 110v, if prepped right you can make a solid weld.
Nice video. Great work and well done 👍
Thank you very much!
Turned out good. I think you’re a professional.lol. Push - pull what ever works for you and gets the task at hand done.good job thanks for sharing
Ha ha, thanks bud! I get comments often enough on pushing vs pulling. I find it entertaining! Lol
Great video and nice fix. I have a Massey Ferguson with the EXACT same problem . I will be using your fix to rectify the problem. Thanks so much for posting this you probably saved me a fortune from having to bring it to the dealer to troubleshoot. I also have not paint cracks etc.. Nice Vid!!!!
Nice job. Push, pull, stitch, which ever works for you. I always figured I was the one who had to do it, I'll do it anyway I want.
Ha ha, that's exactly how I feel. Push or pull.. my welds haven't been breaking! Thanks a lot for watching
Thanks Denny! I just noticed the same thing on mine last night and couldn't figure out what happened. After watching your video I now know this is exactly the same case as mine. Will be doing a repair video soon myself. Thanks for posting. Liked and subbed. Take care!
Awesome! I'm glad this helped. Have fun and good luck!
Turned out really good you could always take and add a spike on the top in the center to help keep the bales from rolling off just a idea another idea you could put a big loop on it for using a chain to help move stuff. Keep up the great videos
Thanks Kenny, I thought about that too. After using it the way it is, I think I might play around with the spear configuration. The one thing I like about the way it's setup now, is I can pick up pallets. Have a good one man!
nice job the blue paint made it look as if we were never there.
Thanks, I think it went well! Have a good one bud, and God bless!
Really good weld job and you did good covering the weld hard to tell where it is 👍
Thanks! That was the goal. I hope it holds!
Cool repair video- thanks for sharing!!
You bet, thanks for watching man!
Looks like another fine fix. On camera, you can't really even see where you did the cut & weld. It's amazing sometimes how people can bend something & not even realize it or maybe they did. Seems like we all end up using the loader tractor more like a bulldozer sometimes, then wonder how'd that get bent. LOL Stay safe.
Thanks man, it turned out alright. You're right on the money about how we treat loaders, I'm guilty of doing the same thing! Lol
nice work ford brother!
Thanks bro!
Question for the experts.
I need to do the same, but was told that I should NOT weld with the SSQA still on the tractor as there is a possibility of damaging the electronics on the tractor through arcing.
Is this true?
Nice work, looks like factory again!
Ha ha, thanks man!
Awesome video! Great work!! 😊🔥
Thanks Bethany! Much appreciated!
Why didn't you clamp the ssqa plate on to align then weld ?
Nice job 👍
Good job Denny's on Weld .
Thanks Leo!
I couldnt tell by video if when you cut bar in half that you had to manipulate ther qucik attach plates back to their correct spot,,i have same exact issue you had and am about to cut the pipe ang from there..great video..
I had to manipulate one side to make it match. I cant remember if I used a large rubber mallet or a crowbar. You'll essentially be compressing or extending a cylinder on one side, until they line up. Best of luck!
@@DennysCountryLife Thanks..im going to cut it in the center today and go from there,,i just bought the tractor new in jan ,im a little concerned how easily the bar got twisted,,i was only using bucket with tooth bar to clear some brush so it wasnt like i was abusing it..
I wonder how the previous owner bent it that way. Nice work Denny!
Probably picking up too much weight on the one side. This loader can lift 2500lbs at full height at 24". I could see that bending that tube.
Did you try mounting the forks before welding to make sure everything was in line with the attachment?
I didn't. I used straight edges to make sure they were true to eachother. They line up perfect with all my attachments!
Good Fix!👍🏼🇱🇷
Thank you! It's worked well
I like to pull the mig but I'd say the argument for pushing mostly pertains to the lighter duty 120v machines and pushing might get better penetration. I was a mostly stick and tig welder though so pulling was more natural....whatever works for you. I trade school they would show you a specific technique but in the end they would tell you it takes practice and eventually you have to do what works for you.
That all makes sense, thanks! I've heard that you can get better penetration if you push, but I've heard that the difference is marginal. I wish I'd have gone to school for it, there's a lot that I don't know. Thanks again!
That was a good fix ! Kinda looks like NH cheeped out on those brackets adding more steel to reinforce what's there wouldn't be a bad idea!
Thanks CE Smith! I think if they would have used rectangular tube it would be less likely to twist. Thanks for stopping by, I hope all is well for ya!
@@DennysCountryLife My New Holland skid steer has square tube and yep, it's tweaked.
I believe that there is differences between the push and pull but it's whatever you need to do with it I think if you push it's the angle that you go to the metal you can get more more of a root inside if your straighter into it when you're pulling your going to be more on top of the metal it don't make a lot of difference I don't believe pulling is easier to weld it's more of a Down hand motion it's more of a natural motion that your body is used to that's pretty nice little tractor you got Danny hope it works good for you talk to you later
Thanks Howard, I appreciate your thoughts bud! I always look forward to your input when it comes to fabricating. When I push it's usually for vertical welding or low visibility area, but I should practice with it a bit more so it feels more natural. have a good one!
Good job on the repair, you did fine pulling the weld. Im still using a flux core welder so I have to drag. Sorry I missed you live feed, what happened to the video? I tried to go back and watch it but it was deleted. Hope things are well, Rick
Thanks Rick! I made the video private because I probably said some things that would upset some of my family members.. (political). It's not that I don't stand behind what I said, it's that I don't want to ruin relationships.
@@DennysCountryLife Gotcha
Looks good to me!
Thanks man!
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I expect the same from you in my most recent video! 🎶🎧👍
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Got mine realy cheap cuse it realy bent. I had to change the bucket. On one side. When i get time ill be cut n it apart
Was it hard for you to cut into your tractor? It would be for me! It turned out good can't even see a seam. I know a guy that can haul you some gravel lol! Take care #WorldsOkayestFarmer
Lol! That would be a LOOONG haul for you my friend! It wasn't hard for me to cut into her. That tube is just the same as any other I've cut into, and welds the same as too!
you welded it wrong...hahaha bent my high lift qa the sam why, welded it back up kinda the same
Ah ha ha! I'm sure I'll be told that several times in the video alone. How's your QA holding up since the fix?
aawww I twisted/broke it again. a quick farm fix and enough to keep runin..
Could have cut the tube halfway through, torqued the tube into alignment of plates, ground a v in the cut, weld, get a beer.
Yep, that would have worked too. Really what I should have done is cut that tube out and replace it with 2x4x1/4" rectangular tube!
Someone picked up something to heavy on one side of the lift and twisted it out of shape
Yep, that or the bucket wasn't put back on right and lifted a bunch of weight.