Mine has the hydraulic hook-ups, but I think I have to take the deck off to use them. I built a simple blade out of scrape, several years ago. Can stack old barbell weights on it for more Dig! Fabbed up a manual bell-crank type handle to lift & lower. Attaches with 2 pins & 1 bolt/nut. Works pretty good, just rather have something taller & curved. It's slow, but I've pushed dirt, gravel, mulch, stumps, & brush, for Years! I Also need a Locker for the rear!