In this video, we tackle the installation of a hydraulic thumb from Felco on a Case 350D excavator. The process involves setting up pins and shims, custom welding, and testing the hydraulics to ensure ...

New thumb wheels near the top of the backhoe joysticks, for example, allow easy control of auxiliary functions — such as the extendible stick and thumb. These controllers replace floor-mounted pedals ...

An extendible dipper stick can add 5% or more to the cost of a backhoe-loader and typically extends the reach 3 to 4 ft. Productivity gains through the extra reach often pay for this option very ...