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The 8A and 8B were both original equipment BH for the 870. The 8B was the newer version. There are several makers of BH for your tractor in aftermarket products. Hope this helps.

backhoe for JD 1070
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 11 Post by Ken Califf

Bill, I built the Caddigger 808 for my JD1070 a couple years ago, and have enjoyed its use every since. Your work looks good so far, if you can find paint to match your Boomer, it will make a nice finished product. Good luck and keep us posted.
Ken

Caddigger Page updated
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 4 Post by Ken Califf

I bought a pair of good quality forged 3/8 in. clevis hooks and used the grinder to put a flat edge on the back of the hook and welded one on each end of top of my bucket on my JD 1070. I have pulled, draged, lifted all the FEL will handle with no problems, sure comes in handy. I am just finishing a set of forks that will quick attach with 3/4 in. pins to move other loads with. Hope this helps.
Ken

How Much Can a 790 w loader do
John Deere Tractors
Replies 45 Post by Ken Califf

Tom, check out www.cadplans.com they have plans for small garden tractors. I built their backhoe for my 1070 J.D. and the plans and design are very good.
Ken

Loader for J D 400 Series Garden Tractor
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Ken Califf

Paul, I didn't mention that before I bought my splitter, I was fortunate to borrow one similar to the Norther unit. At that time I had a J. Deere 950 with about 7 GPM. and it work good enough that I was ready to buy my own. I traded the 950 for the 1070 before I got the new splitter. I think you will be satisfied with it's performance. Good luck.

3 pt log splitters
Operating and Attachments
Replies 9 Post by Ken Califf

Todd, I am using a 3ph splitter I bought from Northern Tool and Equipment (formally Northern Hydraulics). They sell for just under $400, part number is 1172-C151 and it works very well. I would suggest that your main pump produce about 8 - 9 GPM or better though. My believe is that the hours most people put on a compact tractor will never wear them out, they can pass them to their children and then to their grandchildren.

NEED A 3PT LOG SPLITTER
Operating and Attachments
Replies 6 Post by Ken Califf

After hearing about this liner pitting problem from the John Deere rep at our local tractor expo last month, I took his recommendation and bought their "Cool-Gard" antifreeze that protects against pitting. The part number is TY16034 for 1 gallon size containers and was approximately $9.00 per gallon. Beats rebuilding a bad engine. I had Prestone in the engine for about 20 hours, but I hope it hasn't had any damage.

engine anti-freeze
Parts and Repair
Replies 16 Post by Ken Califf

Robert, I just received a narrow bucket kit from Metkit for my caddigger, I built. Their quality of parts was excellent, but this was not a prewelded item. I'm not sure, but I beleive that Metkit is a spin-off company from Cadplans and I have had good service from both. I know this didn't exactly match your question, but hope it helps some.

CAD PLANS CORP
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 3 Post by Ken Califf

Tom, after you get to the website, click on "product showroom" and it will take you to the hitch systems. Their brochure, that I picked up at the show says they have been making this system since 1991. Their phone number is 800-786-2829.

Freedom Hitch
Operating and Attachments
Replies 18 Post by Ken Califf

In the Deere line, the model 80 is an older version and the 430 (I think) is the newer version. You can also look on aftermarket sites, such as Kelleymanufactoring.com etc. and find their models listed for the 1070.

What JD loaders will fit JD-1070 plug play
John Deere Tractors
Replies 6 Post by Ken Califf

Check out Cadplans.com, they have plans for a trencher that attaches to 3 point hitch and can be used to bury pipe/wire.

trenching sprinkler lines
Operating and Attachments
Replies 12 Post by Ken Califf

Dana, I used to own a 950, traded it for my 1070, anyway, the lift capacity is listed at 1480 lbs. at 24 in. behind lift point. Hope this helps.

3 point lift cap
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by Ken Califf

George, Metkits web site is Metkit.com, their email is metkitcorp@aol.com and their phone number is 540-387-4995. I am not sure if they have other buckets available or not, as I stated in another post, these prices are for material kits, they have to be welded by the buyer. They may build custom buckets, give them a call.

Backhoe narrow bucket width
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 8 Post by Ken Califf

Richard, I bought the plans from Cadplans and got the material kit from Metco. I have the 2 joystick control on my unit and deleted the seat that came with the kit and bought a seat that was better. It took more than the estimated 50 hours that they advertised, more like 100 hrs. There are 5 sizes and the smaller units are closer to the one Northern sells. Good rule of thumb is that the tractor should weigh about 3 times the weight of the B.H. My tractor weighs more than 3000 lbs. and the lift should be able to lift the unit. The way the stabilizers are made, it takes alot of the pressure off the tractor when you dig. I did bend the adjustable down link on the right side lift arm, so I had to build a stronger lift link, which I did using a center link. I am using the hydraulics from the tractor and this is working well. There are a few modifications that add strength to the unit. I sent both Cadplans and Metco some information that would improve things, but I don't know if they change or not. You can email direct if you would like at crkside@accucomm.net hope this helps.

CadPlans
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 5 Post by Ken Califf

I have a JD 1070 4WD tractor, and I am looking to install a backhoe attachment to it. I have talked to the dealer and he has a new model 8B that fits my tractor. This unit uses a subframe to attach. I also have found on the internet a company that builds/sells a Power King 9000 that mounts primarily on the 3 point hitch, with some additional support. They told me that the JD brand attachment is built by Woods Equipment and has problems with the metal components cracking from stress and the way they were made. Has anyone had any experience with any of these units? What are the pros/cons for each, they are both about the same price, but the Power King unit comes with a

backhoe attachment for JD 1070
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by Ken Califf