Need opinions on what hydraulic thumb to buy for my bobcat 430

[eyyu]

I have a 2008 bobcat 430 I bought for using around the farm. I have an after market cheap hydraulic thumb on it that I'm not happy with at all. It won't fold back close to the boom and out of the way when I'm not using it like the stock bobcat factory one. Bobcat want over 2500 for theirs. Could u guys share what worked for u? Thx. Erwin

 

[MyEquipment]

Hey Erwin! I understand your frustration as I already have experienced a similar situation with my last used track excavator. Anyways, fe of my friends have shared quite good things about Werk-Brau Thumbs as they are more affordable than any other in the market.

You may try different attachments for your equipment that are affordable and efficient. I would suggest you check the local fabricator. Know that sometimes these local ones are way better heroes than the big names.
I wish you best of luck.