Post Hole Digger

[kjun12]

Have you ever seen a post hole digger for sale in Thailand? Where can I buy one?

[djayz]

If you mean the small, hand held ones, then I've seen those at DuHome. You'll probably fi d them at most hardware stores - big or small.

If, on the other hand, you mean the hole diggers mounted on the back of a tractor/lorry, then I'm afraid I can't help.

Regards.

[farmerjo]

What type are you after,what size holes and what area are you located.

[slapout]

I think I remember seeing a PTO powered digger mounted on back of a tractor thar was doing some work on a ''EGAT''

project, Sorry can not rember loction, other than noth of CM on 107,

You might stop at one of their vehicle yards and ask if they know where they source theirs from, etc. For a lot of planned work, even tree planting they are a god send, as you do not have to deal with so much labor. One man on tractor digging hole can keep two men busy tampimg posts/ trees in, an carrying required post to keep moving in a reasonable time effect manner, even in Thailand.

[farmerjo]

I have a lightweight one suitable for 20-35 horsepower tractor.

Had to have an extension stub made so it would go in the ground 700mm for power poles.

The bigger auger is used,hiring it out for people planting rubber trees and the smaller one for power poles and concrete fence posts.

It was purchased at a local machinery dealer.

[kjun12]

Thanks to those who have replied. I'm looking for a hand held one with two handles.

[djayz]

DuHome def. have the handheld hole diggers. I can't remember if they sell it as a complete item (i.e. incl. the handles) or as two separate pieces (i.e. the digger part and two separate handles which you then have to assemble).

You'll find it in the section where they sell pickaxes and rakes.

Edited November 15, 2015 by djayz

[kickstart]

DuHome def. have the handheld hole diggers. I can't remember if they sell it as a complete item (i.e. incl. the handles) or as two separate pieces (i.e. the digger part and two separate handles which you then have to assemble).

You'll find it in the section where they sell pickaxes and rakes.

I have seen them on our local market ,just the digging blades, 350 Bart, then do what the Thai's do find or buy 2 bamboo poles for the handles ,better than trailing all the way to DuHome , where or what they are .

Or if you have good access ,ask around ,you might find a local farmer that has one ,if it is a one off job, 500 Bart and a bottle of Sam-Sip-Har ,degree, job done.

[kjun12]

DuHome def. have the handheld hole diggers.

Please pardon my ignorance. I live in Bangkok and have never seen a DuHome. Do any of you know if such a place exists in Bangkok and, if so, where would I find it?

[kickstart]

As you live in Bangkok you could try the weekend market at chatuchak,they sell most things .

This is what one is in Thai พั์วขุดหลุม

[djayz]

DuHome def. have the handheld hole diggers.

Please pardon my ignorance. I live in Bangkok and have never seen a DuHome. Do any of you know if such a place exists in Bangkok and, if so, where would I find it?

Sorry, I'm not familiar with Bangkok. Good luck.

[Langsuan Man]

I have seen post hole diggers in the DYI shops but can't remember exactly which one but am positive that True Value has them, since they show them online

source: http://www.truevalue.co.th/product.php?id=99

[kjun12]

Mucho Gracias Senor. I will check True Value because I have no idea what DYI is.

I have seen post hole diggers in the DYI shops but can't remember exactly which one but am positive that True Value has them, since they show them online

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source: http://www.truevalue.co.th/product.php?id=99

[Langsuan Man]

DYI: Do It Yourself

Home Pro

Home Works

Home Mart

Thai Watsadu

[timberpond]

Don't know what are you putting up but just for sharing. I was at the tambon office not so long ago inquiring on other unrelated issue but also learn that putting up signage has a min 200 baht fee per year.

[Tahnil]

If you have about 5000 THB to spend and need to dig a lot of holes or the ground is hard, you can buy a powered one with 2-cycle gas engine.

It looks something like this:

http://5892-presscdn-26-36.pagely.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/post-hole-digger.jpg

Available at tool shops in Bangkok and very prevalent in the country.

Get some instruction on how to hold it properly, i.e., don't hold it with just your hands and wrists but using your arms and shoulders to brace it in place!

It's a must-have tool in my book.

You can also use it to deep till, turning and mixing soil down to several feet or a meter when planting a large tree.

[kjun12]

Thank you Tahnil. I really appreciate your advice.

[Tahnil]

kjun12, glad to be of help.

Mine looks very similar to this one, note the position of the grips:

http://sell.lulusoso.com/upload/20110718/Petrol_Post_Hole_Digger.jpg

The idea of holding it properly is to transmit the force into your elbows and up the upper arms into your shoulders, the hands and the wrists are in-line with the twisting force.

Let's say the digger hits something hard or lodges itself into something so that instead of the screw the body of the machine turns, it will simply twist out of your grip without twisting your wrists sideways.

Once you've lost the grip your fingers will also come off the trigger and the machine simply stops.

When that happens wiggle it loose and reposition the turn screw to go around the obstacle or hit it from a different angle.

Try to turn the screw slightly to help in a pull out.

The obstacle usually gets worked loose or reduced in the end.

When you're comfortable with how it works you can really use it for more than just digging holes.

I really enjoy using mine to prepare a planting bed, mixing the soil deep.

[nitecm]

Any have used Kanto or Yong Jia brand post hole digger . Which one is better