Perry bale grab - what is needed

[AlexB]

Hi all. Too late for this year I fear, but what would I need to do to fit a perry bale grab onto the loader of my Dexta ?

I have small bales and picking up a stack of 6 or 8 (?) would improve the longevity of my old and worn out back

I haven't fitted the loader yet as I want to recon the rams first. It is a trip loader so no hydraulics

Is it possible ? If so, is it a big job?

Many thanks

[Old Hywel]

The Perry grab is fairly low-tech. Attaching it is straightforward, I think the brackets are adjustable for width and pin size. To obtain parallel lift, a post/bracket needs fitting to the loader frame of the tractor, LH side. This links to a similar post on the grab by means of a steel cable. Ensure that whatever you fit is slightly shorter than the one on the grab.
For the hydraulics, a simple diverter valve allows control of loader or grab, and is best fitted on your left.
Six bales are much more stable than eight, and easier on man and machine.

[AlexB]

cheers. I might communicate via S2C (more natural ground for me !)

[blackbob]

You can just about see the cable on this one (McConnel)

[AlexB]

Thanks Bob. That is pretty clear.
Doesn't seem too complicated . Currently I have an arrangement to work a log splitter, which might need to be altered in favour of the loader but I would need an additional hydraulic feed for the grab, as i understand it

Cheers