Coop tractor wheels

[brwneggs]

I like how the wheels are attached.

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[patimekiller]

You cam the pen up by pulling the wooden handle into the shiney metal c. Then there is a metal rod bout 6 in long that goes threw a hole in the metal c but locks the handle upright. There is then a hole on the pen side of the c that the rod goes threw also. Then you move the pen and pull a pin and let the pen down. I hope this helps. If not I can prolly get pics of each step let me know. This is by far the easyest way I have seen to move my large pens. It would work on small ones also. I push the pens around the yard no yard tractor needed.

 

[MobileChickenCoops.com]

We sell a retractable wheel kit that can be installed on most coops with minimal bracing. They sell for $95 a pair with all mounting hardware and tires and can be installed just on the rear of the coop or buy two pairs and intstall on all 4 corners. Here is a picture.

More info is available on our website www.mobilechickencoops.com

 

[jprs]

Hello-What you are asking is not easy, given the wheel design was not an integral part of the overall design. You seem to be adding wheels as an afterthought. But there is a solution to every problem. You need to think like an Egyptian. No joke. The Egyptians build the Pyramids using logs as rollers to move very heavy stones.

A modern adaptation of that idea is to use lengths of PVC pipe as rollers. Lift up the lighter end of the coop and place a length of PVC underneath. Pull the coop forward and add another pipe. I would think 5 or 6 lengths would get the job done.

Here is a similar idea. I took this photo in Norway. You would adapt the length of the pipe to fit your situation.

I think the PVC will be much easier and less expensive than trying to build a wheel assembly for a coop such as yours.

Good luck.

I moved an empty hot tub this way, practically by myself! I only needed two 4inch pvc pipes, and was able to manipulate the hot tub onto a trailer even. My friend was a amazed it was so easy!

 

[farmguycitygirl]

Quote: That catch is great until the wind blows the door closed when you're inside the coop, and then you have to use your cellphone to call your wife to release you.

(nooo, I'm not bitter AT ALL!

)

 

[jprs]

That catch is great until the wind blows the door closed when you're inside the coop, and then you have to use your cellphone to call your wife to release you.

(nooo, I'm not bitter AT ALL!

)

Drill a hole attach a string.

 

[MicMoo]

I've used a simple 2X4 with two lawnmower wheels attached.



I have small handles installed on each end of my coop and I just lift the heavy end, kick the board with wheels underneath, and then use the handles on the other side to "drive" it to its next location. Then, lift the heavy end and kick the wheels out.

 

[LindaKatheryn]

We need to figure out how to move our coop too (our run will be lightweight and detachable). This thread has some great ideas and solutions!

 

[mendozer]

I have a coop I like. I wanted to build a tractor that would attach to my coop for portability or serve as a summer coop as it will be moved daily. Then I would put them in the other coop for winter.

 

[MeeMa Brown]