Snap On Bracket For Chisel Plow Points

Snap on bracket for chisel plow points TILLAGE EUIPMENT Accessories 15-5-27 New quick-change system for chisel plows points lets you pop on a new set of points in just a few minutes without using any tools. The system, invented by Carl Badger, West Salem, Ohio, consists of a toggle lever that clamps onto the top of the chisel plow shank and a bracket that bolts onto the bottom. The system makes use of specially-made points that have no bolt holes. Instead, an accordion-like fitting is welded on the rear side and fits into the bracket. To change points you flip the toggle lever which causes a rod to release the point from the bracket. Pop a new point into the bracket, flip the toggle lever in the other direction, and you're ready to go. "It lets you quickly change worn or broken points or switch to a different size or type," says Badger. "It may come in handy when you want to change from fall tillage to spring tillage. So far I've used the system only with 3-in. twisted chisel points, but I hope to also use it on 4-in. twisted chisel points and larger points as well. My points are built stronger than conventional points because they have no bolt holes to weaken them, and because the welded-on fitting on the rear side gives them a thicker total metal cross-section. No bolt holes should also result in lighter draft and therefore slight fuel savings. The bolts should last longer because the bolt heads clamp onto the bracket instead of being exposed to the soil flow. The big drawback to my system is the additional cost. Also, the bracket hardware adds weight to the chisel plow which may or may not be desired." Badger has patented the system and is looking for a manufacturer. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Carl Badger, 8548 N. Elyria Rd., West Salem, Ohio 44287.

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