Dump bed mod

[Therapydoc]

Hey guys I’m really considering making my m923a2 into a dump bed. Mostly need it to haul gravel and things like that. I’d like to be able to haul about 10 ton.

im trying to get a list of things I’ll need and get a realistic cost to transition

24v hydraulic pump and tank ( what size tank do you think ? And I assume it has to be 24v and not 12v ).

been looking for a scissor hoist on marketplace but have only seen 7 ton ones so far. I assume it has to be scissor, has anyone ever done otherwise ?

I have a buddy that can do all my welding and pivot points on the rear and tailgate modifications. How do most people do the end gate closing/lock?

wasn’t there a guy at some point in st Louis that did the modifications at a cost at his shop ? Thought I saw a post about him but couldn’t find it again

 

[Jbulach]

Tank size depends on the hoist.

24 volt would be ideal.

Scissor is most practical (can be found well over 10ton if you dig deep enough and have the $) for low volume electric pumps.

C&C Equipment in Indiana could probably build you out for $$$.


Link to my build for ideas.

M925 M925A2 dump bed hoist install

So... I've promised several people I would get this done for some time now. It may take me a little while, but I'm going to get pictures up, of my install of an old Knapheide manufactured, Knaphoist, KH-2520L that I found on the web for $400. I also ended up buying an old 15' dump bed, but...

www.steelsoldiers.com

 

[DeMilitarized]

Hey guys I’m really considering making my m923a2 into a dump bed. Mostly need it to haul gravel and things like that. I’d like to be able to haul about 10 ton.

im trying to get a list of things I’ll need and get a realistic cost to transition

24v hydraulic pump and tank ( what size tank do you think ? And I assume it has to be 24v and not 12v ).

been looking for a scissor hoist on marketplace but have only seen 7 ton ones so far. I assume it has to be scissor, has anyone ever done otherwise ?

I have a buddy that can do all my welding and pivot points on the rear and tailgate modifications. How do most people do the end gate closing/lock?

wasn’t there a guy at some point in st Louis that did the modifications at a cost at his shop ? Thought I saw a post about him but couldn’t find it again

Grab you a ph616-6 hoist kit and these hinges because IMO they are better quality and higher strength. That is what I am running on my m931a2 with a lmtv bed on it. I am running a pto and winch kit instead of the hydraulic pump but the electric pump should do fine. https://bushtec.com/products/dump-hinge-welded

Hydraulic Scissor Hoist Kit - 11 Ton Capacity - Fits 12-16' Dump Body

The 11-ton Hydraulic Scissor Hoist Kit is perfect for 12 to 16-foot dump trailers or utility truck beds. Hoists are available in Standard, Premium, and Hoist only kits.

www.primarymover.com

 

[Therapydoc]

Tank size depends on the hoist.

24 volt would be ideal.

Scissor is most practical (can be found well over 10ton if you dig deep enough and have the $) for low volume electric pumps.

C&C Equipment in Indiana could probably build you out for $$$.


Link to my build for ideas.

M925 M925A2 dump bed hoist install

So... I've promised several people I would get this done for some time now. It may take me a little while, but I'm going to get pictures up, of my install of an old Knapheide manufactured, Knaphoist, KH-2520L that I found on the web for $400. I also ended up buying an old 15' dump bed, but...

www.steelsoldiers.com

fantastic. Lots of good reading in there. I appreciate it

 

[Therapydoc]

Grab you a ph616-6 hoist kit and these hinges because IMO they are better quality and higher strength. That is what I am running on my m931a2 with a lmtv bed on it. I am running a pto and winch kit instead of the hydraulic pump but the electric pump should do fine. https://bushtec.com/products/dump-hinge-welded

Hydraulic Scissor Hoist Kit - 11 Ton Capacity - Fits 12-16' Dump Body

The 11-ton Hydraulic Scissor Hoist Kit is perfect for 12 to 16-foot dump trailers or utility truck beds. Hoists are available in Standard, Premium, and Hoist only kits.

www.primarymover.com

any issues with hoist fitment ? See Midwest military said there’s a little more to do with the 11 ton versus the 8 ton

 

[DeMilitarized]

the ph616-6 is the same size generally as the smaller units. I have a tractor and had to move the air dryer and notch the center frame support just a hair but other than that it is the largest hoist you can reasonably fit