Anyone make a ratcheting wrench for a cat 1 top link?

[chim]

Yes, Deutz gives you remote 3pt control, has for years as some other manufacturers do now, but that is for hooking up implements.

Hard to tell but it looks like that have serious cab isolation, factory "Pat's" hitch and dual adjustable links on the 3PH arms. They sure look like nice tractors.

EDIT: Their website shows available front 3PH and PTO. Nice!

 

[walnutman]

Hard to tell but it looks like that have serious cab isolation, factory "Pat's" hitch and dual adjustable links on the 3PH arms. They sure look like nice tractors.

EDIT: Their website shows available front 3PH and PTO. Nice!

Neighbor has one...

 

[dieselscout80]

Hard to tell but it looks like that have serious cab isolation,

To me it looks like air bags for an air suspension on at least the rear of the cab.

 

[Shawn T. W.]

At $166 it’s very cheap. The ratcheting solution that the person was suggesting would cost at least half that, probably more. So getting hydraulic link for an extra $80, especially when you’re not getting younger is a no brainer.

Yeah, but then add in hoses, fittings, valves, as he doesn't have rear remote ...

I put a CAT 2 hydraulic top link on my tractor for $357 from my local dealer, I already had rear remote from factory ...

 

[BryceSteiner]

Yeah, but then add in hoses, fittings, valves, as he doesn't have rear remote ...

I put a CAT 2 hydraulic top link on my tractor for $357 from my local dealer, I already had rear remote from factory ...

I don't doubt it, but if you are going to spend that much money on a tractor to begin with (to make life easier), it's only a bit more to add those other features. Rear remotes can be used for so many things that it just makes sense. the top link itself you don't need a dealer to install.

 

[zzvyb6]

Make one yourself.
Actually, around here somewhere is such a thing, the adjuster remins me of an antique hand drill: rotary gearset with a small handle to crank it with.

What about one that could employ a battery powered tool (drill for example) with the hex drive shaft. Then you just carry the drill or impact wrench with you in the shop or onboard toolbox. Heck, I even have a 24V Kobalt drill powered train horn.

 

[Gord Baker]

Remove the Link completely and take it apart. Clean male threads with power wire brush. Soak Female Threads in oil and Run rags through it, last pass with degreaser. Thread ends in equally. It should turn freely by hand if there is no load on it. Don't over-think it.

 

[CliffordK]

There was someone on this site that was making a cool tool to grab on the pin on the top link bar and give you more leverage without bending the pin. It wouldn't do the ratcheting the OP wanted, but a little extra leverage does a lot to make things easier.

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/top-link-side-link-wrench-for-kubota-etc-3-point-hitch-adjustment.477317/

 

[Shawn T. W.]

Yeah, but the Massey Ferguson top link doesn't have that style of "grip", if it did ... A short length of 3/8" black iron pipe would "extend" it ... Or the box end of a wrench ...

This is what the factory Massey Ferguson GC top link looks like ...

 

[RjCorazza]

There was someone on this site that was making a cool tool to grab on the pin on the top link bar and give you more leverage without bending the pin. It wouldn't do the ratcheting the OP wanted, but a little extra leverage does a lot to make things easier.

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/top-link-side-link-wrench-for-kubota-etc-3-point-hitch-adjustment.477317/

I ordered one of these tools when I saw the topic last year. Great little tool for the money, and it works very well.

 

[Runner]

Here's one

CricNic™ Ratcheting Tool for Top Links | eBay

View more product informationhere.

www.ebay.com

 

[jwmorris]

He said he can't afford to add rear hydraulics.... this is the cylinder. Now find the rear hydraulics for his tractor.

Just run the lines to the rear.

Low buck 3rd function.

I was trying to figure out why they seem to cost so much and decided to put my own "kit" together. Looks like the tractor in question has ~8gal/min on the circuit I wanted to tie into so I ordered this solenoid I then set it up on the FEL where I wanted it (and would clear the parts welded...

www.tractorbynet.com

 

[JBacon52]

Converted mine over to hydraulic. Best thing I did for my tractor!

Nice, but he can't afford it!

 

[CalG]

At $166 it’s very cheap. The ratcheting solution that the person was suggesting would cost at least half that, probably more. So getting hydraulic link for an extra $80, especially when you’re not getting younger is a no brainer.

Dual remotes for my Kubota B2601 cost over $1000, so there is that....

 

[jwmorris]

How about a cordless top link adjuster...

 

[RayIN]

I carry a 14" pipe wrench in my tool box to adjust the top link.
It has a hole through the center, with a 3/8" rod, but the rod is always in the way when unused.

 

[airbiscuit]

Here’s a ratchet kit that’s made to pin on a top link. View attachment 4302641

This looks like a good option to me

 

[Equatorial Malaise]

Converted mine over to hydraulic. Best thing I did for my tractor!

Agreed.

Intial cost felt expensive but now that I have it, it's worth every penny.

 

[Wagtail]

Following.

 

[garry1p]

I've seen pictures of people using chains.
I have several top links and keep one with each piece of equipment. no need to adjust every time you swap something.