harryt 281 #1 Posted November 26, 2016 This is my most recent new toy, a gravely tractor with loader. I am very pleased with it as everything works and it is a strong tractor. Unfortunately the rear fender is missing and some has attacked the unit with red oxide. My plan is to restore it eventually and put some better tyres on the rear for traction. Here are a few pictures. Harry 10 DougC, Triumph66, 4x4forks and 7 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #2 Posted November 26, 2016 Another great find Harry. Where the heck you find them I just don't know! What model is by the way? 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #3 Posted November 26, 2016 Very nice, Harry. And very useful. 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slf-uk 914 #4 Posted November 26, 2016 Great find Harry and it must be very rare. Iain 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #5 Posted November 26, 2016 From what I understand it is a Kwik way loader and I might be an 812 gravely 2 slf-uk and Triumph66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #6 Posted November 26, 2016 Unusual fenders by the look of it. Look like a two gone job in either red/white or yellow/white depending on the model. i attach a photo of the fenders being raised! 6 harryt, Stormin, slf-uk and 3 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #7 Posted November 26, 2016 I think that's the one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #8 Posted November 26, 2016 That rear engine is giving me ideas. 3 Alan, harryt and slf-uk reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slf-uk 914 #9 Posted November 26, 2016 I like the self levelling bucket, not something you normally see on a small loader. I hope you can find a replacement fender, I guess the US version of the auction site is a good place to look. Iain 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #10 Posted November 27, 2016 Sweet! 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,875 #11 Posted November 27, 2016 That's a really good find Harry I like that a lot so what's under the bonnet ? 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ranger 373 #12 Posted November 27, 2016 16 hours ago, Stormin said: That rear engine is giving me ideas. Me too, a good use for my spare BCS 603, 16 hp, dual rear wheels- - - - 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #13 Posted November 27, 2016 2 hours ago, nigel said: That's a really good find Harry I like that a lot so what's under the bonnet ? Just a very large battery and a large fuel tank. In person the bonnet it actually quite small Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cub Cadet 613 #14 Posted November 28, 2016 Very cool find! 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #15 Posted December 1, 2016 That's a great find Harry, looks like a very capable and fun machine I may well be the only one thinking like this but I prefer the look without the rear bodywork.. If it were mine I'd fit some arches and a panel to go under the seat rather than find the original bodywork... I think I just don't like the shape of it.. But that's just me 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #16 Posted December 1, 2016 I must admit I agree with Ian. Mudguards and a tool box under the seat. 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #17 Posted December 1, 2016 11 hours ago, Ian said: That's a great find Harry, looks like a very capable and fun machine I may well be the only one thinking like this but I prefer the look without the rear bodywork.. If it were mine I'd fit some arches and a panel to go under the seat rather than find the original bodywork... I think I just don't like the shape of it.. But that's just me Thats a fair point and you have now got me thinking. if i were to get an original body panel it would be at a great expense and perhaps not make me any happier, however i am one for originality. I will definitely contemplate it when i come to restore it. As for now i need to get some chevron tyres on the back as the grip is very poor when using the loader. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 697 #18 Posted December 3, 2016 On 12/1/2016 at 2:33 PM, harryt said: As for now i need to get some chevron tyres on the back as the grip is very poor when using the loader. Weight, weight, weight and then add some more weight to the rear. Filled tires and large heavy wheel weights will certainly help. The rear engine limits the options for weight box so you'll have to get creative if needed. To put in perspective, my loader tractor has a 500+ pound backhoe hanging off the back of it and still looses traction with a heavy load on the loader. That's a very interesting loader with the self level bucket setup. I really like that feature. It appears to be homemade to me by a very skilled builder but that's just a guess. Manufactured loader arms are usually tapered and not straight dimensional pieces. The bucket shape seems too simple of a design. Again, just guessing 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryt 281 #19 Posted December 3, 2016 12 minutes ago, Wallfish said: Weight, weight, weight and then add some more weight to the rear. Filled tires and large heavy wheel weights will certainly help. The rear engine limits the options for weight box so you'll have to get creative if needed. To put in perspective, my loader tractor has a 500+ pound backhoe hanging off the back of it and still looses traction with a heavy load on the loader. That's a very interesting loader with the self level bucket setup. I really like that feature. It appears to be homemade to me by a very skilled builder but that's just a guess. Manufactured loader arms are usually tapered and not straight dimensional pieces. The bucket shape seems too simple of a design. Again, just guessing I may fill the tyres to add weight to the rear, the bucket is homemade but the loader itself is a kwik way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #20 Posted December 4, 2016 I think that's a kiwi way loader has my eye on one for a few years.... 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rocboni 257 #21 Posted December 5, 2016 Kwik-way loader 1 harryt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 63 #22 Posted December 22, 2016 That's awesome! Your back will thank you over and over for getting that loader!!! I had a chance to get an almost new loader for the 520H I bought in 1997. At the time I thought $500. was way over priced...... I have been kicking myself in the arse ever since..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
