I'm thinking of a concrete block, not sure how big yet, 1cu/ft of concrete is probably 140-150 lbs depending on the mix and aggregate. I'd bend some conduit for "handles" or mounts and find a way to set it across the frame that the backhoe mounts to. Maybe lift it in place with the 3pt. then put some sort of frame in place underneath it, bolt or pin it and set the block down so the weight is not all on the 3pt.
Not sure how much the backhoe weighs but I'm thinking I don't want the weight I put on to be quite as heavy as it because a little extra down pressure would be nice for spreading gravel and steering etc.
I'll let you all know what I come up with and post pictures when I'm done. Might be awhile but hopefully before I have to start plowing snow.
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