cuslog
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I see where "crane pads" have come up for discussion a couple times here.
Thought I'd post up photos of ones that I like -- I made these myself, for my 20 Tonne Clark R/T.
I've had a couple of scary experiences with inadequate pads and / or soft footing, so I'm more than a little cautious about my pads -- these have worked quite well (so far)
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These are 3 layers of Douglas Fir 2 x 6 Tongue & Groove lumber criss-crossed, with 3/4" Fir plywood top and bottom.
36" diameter. Each and every layer heavily glued (sub-floor adhesive) and heavily nailed.
They're about 70 - 80 lbs ea. but roll around quite nicely
For moving some distance around a yard, I either just roll them or hang them on the back of the crane by ratchet straps. For roading it, I put a longer strap through the handles (both sides) and lift all 4 onto my front deck and tie them down.
Hope this helps someone.
Howard
Thought I'd post up photos of ones that I like -- I made these myself, for my 20 Tonne Clark R/T.
I've had a couple of scary experiences with inadequate pads and / or soft footing, so I'm more than a little cautious about my pads -- these have worked quite well (so far)
.These are 3 layers of Douglas Fir 2 x 6 Tongue & Groove lumber criss-crossed, with 3/4" Fir plywood top and bottom.
36" diameter. Each and every layer heavily glued (sub-floor adhesive) and heavily nailed.
They're about 70 - 80 lbs ea. but roll around quite nicely
For moving some distance around a yard, I either just roll them or hang them on the back of the crane by ratchet straps. For roading it, I put a longer strap through the handles (both sides) and lift all 4 onto my front deck and tie them down.
Hope this helps someone.
Howard
