Pretzeled Lift Arms and Chinese Parts

oops..rhetorical question (the answer is obvious) I have a box blade that I often push dirt with. I know I am wearing out my clutch prematurely because I have to ride it all the time. I recently took my foot all the way off and and at full speed ( 30 mph backwards for the 8N ) I nailed a buried piece of concrete and pretzeled the lift arms.

All joking aside... is there a way to strengthen the steel? I know I can heat it up, straighten them out but what good will they be for just average use while pushing a box blade load of dirt. I also have a major complaint with the availability of new USA quality lift arms. I went to 2 stores here in SW Missouri and all they had was chinese junk metal. Poor quality. I had to use them because it was all there was, now I am back to feathering the clutch till my knee hurts.

Anybody had similar woes?

Thanks and I enjoy this board tons!!
Steve

Kevin

I was always impressed with the N-Tractor's clutch, it justs seems to takes a lot of abuse and keeps on clutching.

As neat and as great as our N-Tractors are, there are times when they might not be the "right tool for the job". I've pounded nails with a rock, and rounded bolt heads with a pair pliers because I didn't have the right tool, I was sorry later.

Just my opinion..... ....Dell