I'm about finishing up the "field grade restoration" (new paint, fluids, various upgrades, etc - a decent looking work tractor) and needed some front weights.
Locally they're about as rare as hens teeth. Obviously freight is an issue if you buy them on-line. I made the weight for my D17, but they were pretty straightforward. The 7000 took a little design work.
After 3-4 sketches of ideas I finally settled on the final design. Off to the metal shop for a few pieces cut and bent, then home for a bit of welding. I think it will be OK.
This added about 425 lbs, total cost $175.00 and a few hours of garage fun - around $0.41/lb. If you need more weight just get the cut and bent pieces a little bigger. A few inches either way adds a lot of extra weight.
About 1/2 way welded up;
All welded up, lots of rebar;
Before;
Installed on the tractor;
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