Log Grab for a JCB 8008 CTS Micro Digger

[ohjustsomeguy]

Hi everyone, my first post, my first digger.

Been using the digger for a week to excavate for a driveway. Later I'll need to unload and stack a few hundred concrete retaining wall blocks weighing approx 30kg each.

I've never used a log grab before.

Would a grab mounted on the JCB 8008 assist or is it just likely to damage the blocks too much?

 

[V8Druid]

Hi everyone, my first post, my first digger.

Been using the digger for a week to excavate for a driveway. Later I'll need to unload and stack a few hundred concrete retaining wall blocks weighing approx 30kg each.

I've never used a log grab before.

Would a grab mounted on the JCB 8008 assist or is it just likely to damage the blocks too much?

depends whether tou have a touch like a bull elephant or not
don't want a log grab - the tynes over lap, although it is do-able , it's not as easy as a selectror grab
I have a little Haner on my 8015 which works very well, but it's not just a case of hanging it on the dipper - it needs a supply to operate it too
not on my usual 'puter, or I'd put some pix up for you

 

[Smiffy]

depends whether tou have a touch like a bull elephant or not
don't want a log grab - the tynes over lap, although it is do-able , it's not as easy as a selectror grab
I have a little Haner on my 8015 which works very well, but it's not just a case of hanging it on the dipper - it needs a supply to operate it too
not on my usual 'puter, or I'd put some pix up for you

I wouldn't get a selector grab either. You hire a proper probst kerb lifter for £50 a week. No plumping required either.

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[V8Druid]

ok
plugged in my standalone HD

bear in mind it's also 50+kgs, 'fore you start 'grabbing'

 

[ohjustsomeguy]

Thanks Smiffy, that looks better for blocks, especially with the rubber contacts.

I've seen this used one available to buy cheaply...

How would I attach that to the JCB 8008?

 

[Smiffy]

Thanks Smiffy, that looks better for blocks, especially with the rubber contacts.

I've seen this used one available to buy cheaply...

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How would I attach that to the JCB 8008?

It just hangs off a chain or strap from the quick hitch

 

[ohjustsomeguy]

I don't think I have a quick hitch....

I've marked red where I think it should strap on, is this position okay? Would prefer to remove the bucket to reduce the weight, but I can't imagine where to strap it then.

 

[Smiffy]

I don't think I have a quick hitch....

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I've marked red where I think it should strap on, is this position okay? Would prefer to remove the bucket to reduce the weight, but I can't imagine where to strap it then.

Remove the bucket and get a hook that fits on the bottom pin is best option. The budget option is a strap through the pin hole.