On Mon, 13 Feb 2006 20:33:31 -0500, Mark
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An alternative is if someone has knowledge of inexpensive hydraulic
parts. I can get the cable winch for $50, so wouldn't be willing to
spend a ton more than that on hydraulic pump/valve/cylinders.

Any suggestions appreciated.

Mark

A used power pack from an old snow plow truck. Should have everything
your looking for.

Bernd

Thanks to all three of you (Dan, Don, Bernd) for some excellent ideas.
Mark

And remember that you can use a "repurposed" 12VDC pump powerpack
without having an alternator on the tractor - just mount a deep-cycle
and recharge the battery at the end of the session.

Might want a 120V battery warmer blanket for it that is plugged in
when the tractor is parked and you are charging it - batteries don't
put out much when near freezing, and depleted battery electrolyte can
freeze and damage the case.

-- Bruce --

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