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Post Hole Auger

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Edward C. Seave

07-07-2003 03:24:23




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Need Post Hole Auger for 1952 Ferguson Tractor, Model #TO30, Year 1952, Serial #108108.

Does the Auger require special accesories to work off the PTO.

Would appreciate any information concerning the requirements for the Auger to function properly on my tractor. Live in Prescott, Arizona




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Phil (VA)

07-07-2003 08:40:50




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 Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to Edward C. Seaver, 07-07-2003 03:24:23  
What James said. Keep children away. Hook up the top first, then the two bottom arms for easier hookup.



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James, UK

07-07-2003 06:01:55




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 Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to Edward C. Seaver, 07-07-2003 03:24:23  
Be careful using the auger - the TO does not have position control on the hydraulics (see archives for Zane Thang, position control, Fergie Positioner).

This means if the auger 'bites' hard and screws itself in to the ground, the tractor can 'sit up and beg' so you need to auger with a finger or two on the lift control in case of trouble, and pull the auger up, quickly.

This is what I've heard, anyway, from people near me who have used them - can anyone else add to this?

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William

07-08-2003 21:02:22




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 Re: Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to James, UK, 07-07-2003 06:01:55  
I just got through digging post holes for a 30 by
50 pole barn. I used my 1951 TO-30 and an antiquated 12 inch post hole auger. It can be done with two people but three is better. The person on the tractor needs to be familiar with it's operation. I suggest prior to it reaching its maximum depth (if you want it that deep)(about 3 feet) raise it up and clean the hole. Lower it back in with the clutch depressed and then let the clutch out and start the digging again. You need to be fast on the lift lever or like the other fellow said it'll suck itself right on down. It can raise the front end up and it can kill the tractor (fist hand knowledge). Run the throttle at its lowest speed. At least that what worked for me. As always keep the kids back and think safety.

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RogeR

07-09-2003 06:40:15




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 Re: Re: Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to William, 07-08-2003 21:02:22  
William, thanks for the description on using a post hole digger. You mentioned that two, or better yet, three people are involved in the process. I assume that one of them includes the tractor operator, but, what are the others doing?
Roger



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William

07-09-2003 07:14:52




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to RogeR, 07-09-2003 06:40:15  
AS I mentioned the auger I was using is pretty old. Steading the auger and watching. At least the one I used when it digs in to the point of almost getting away from you you'll need two persons to keep it from slanting in the direction of the rotation and to yell "Puller up". Two are better than one. I hope this helps.



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P.J.

07-09-2003 07:49:42




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to William, 07-09-2003 07:14:52  
just thought I'd say here that I used a to20 and dug probably 2000 holes last spring for my vineyard. I used a regular 3 point post driver with a 9 inch auger. I had absolutely no problem whatsoever. I had the spots marked where I needed the post holes dug, and simply used a rope tied to the digger to guide the auger to reach the exact spot I wanted. I worked by myself, and simply used the up and down lever to raise and lower the auger. I never heard of digging too deep, just dig down as much as you want and pick it back up, it was really simple and these tractors will do the job, the biggest problem was putting the tractor in and out of gear to run the auger. When you dig hundreds of holes 8feet apart, you quickly learn. Since then, I have purchased the Zane thing, which would have helped me considerably in controlling the lift.

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James, UK

07-09-2003 07:58:15




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Post Hole Auger in reply to P.J., 07-09-2003 07:49:42  
I would suggest that you are one lucky man with good ground to work in.

It isn't digging too deep that matters - it's when the auger screws into the ground instead of removing the soil - then it gets dangerous. Take care.



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