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Just in case any of y'all want to add grab handles to your rear fenders, for the look, the utility, or any other reason -- the handles from the 425/445/455 series are a quick and easy addition. You'll need the following from your favorite dealer:
(2) AM118928 HANDLE
(4) 14M7303 FLANGE NUT
I made a template out of paper, but eventually just put down masking tape on the fender, positioned the handles, and pressed down hard to ident the tape. I then centerpunched the indentations, and drilled the holes with (IIRC) a 1/4" bit. I put a dab of silicone at the base of the screw for some rust protection, and bolted them down.
I may "back" them with a piece of 1/2" flat stock just for some extra stability, but they are actually already pretty sturdy. I was able to rock my GX345 with 4 suitcase weights around by these handles when I got a little stuck blowing snow (that was higher than the top of the chute!) on Saturday.
Total cost was around $30, total time was less than 10 minutes. Should work on just about any tractor with relatively flat rear fenders.
(2) AM118928 HANDLE
(4) 14M7303 FLANGE NUT
I made a template out of paper, but eventually just put down masking tape on the fender, positioned the handles, and pressed down hard to ident the tape. I then centerpunched the indentations, and drilled the holes with (IIRC) a 1/4" bit. I put a dab of silicone at the base of the screw for some rust protection, and bolted them down.
I may "back" them with a piece of 1/2" flat stock just for some extra stability, but they are actually already pretty sturdy. I was able to rock my GX345 with 4 suitcase weights around by these handles when I got a little stuck blowing snow (that was higher than the top of the chute!) on Saturday.
Total cost was around $30, total time was less than 10 minutes. Should work on just about any tractor with relatively flat rear fenders.
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