LT28 With 2-planeclamp and log turner w/pictures

sdunston · April 10, 2010, 10:34:20 PM

Well I got all the hardware done for my hyd 2-plane clamp and log turner installed. The main goal was to maintain the manual clamp and use the mill in manual mode, just in case the hyd section went to lunch. The next goal was to do the install with-out any welding on the mill frame, this way it could be put back to OEM in no time at all.You will see an added flip up arm on the 2plane clamp this it just for added pull length(it has reflective tape on it I heard the band wont cut through this stuff ;D). The other is an added bar with a snatch block that mounts to the man clamp holes to better pull logs up the loading rails(will be used very seldom because I load with a loader). I may add hyd loading arms next but I will see how this works. Enjoy
Sam

The pump is going to be a 115 volt powerpack and I slill have to install all the lines and hoses

customdave · April 10, 2010, 11:46:36 PM

Sam, way to go very neat & nicely done , woodmizer would be proud!!! Keep up the good work & enjoy your mods 8)

Dave

fishpharmer · April 10, 2010, 11:52:11 PM

Now that's pretty nifty.

timberjackrob · April 11, 2010, 12:07:22 AM

keep us posted on how it works when your finished looks great

Chuck White · April 11, 2010, 07:18:29 AM

Good clean job Sam!

Most people wouldn't know it from factory! ;D

sdunston · April 12, 2010, 06:12:35 PM

Thanks Guys for all the good feedback, will do a post on the first log I slice up 8)
Sam

sdunston · April 18, 2010, 12:54:58 PM

Another weekend has come and gone but I feel I got alot done. The pump unit and hard lines are in, just waiting for hoses to be made and the valve to come in. I think I am going to put disconnects on the pump so I can plug into the tractor if need be.(ie electric goes out or pump goes out). Also the hardlines should work as a cooler also.

Sorry for the lightened picture, don't know what happened :D :D
Sam

bandmiller2 · April 18, 2010, 09:21:17 PM

Good job Sam,its best to set the hyd. relief valve on the low pressure end so nothing will get bent or cants damaged.Easy matter to turn the pressure up if you need it for turning the biguns.Frank C.