Best jack placement point?

[erda]

Getting ready to install chains for the first time on my B2601. Where is the proper/best jack placement to lift the rear of the tractor?

Thanks.

 

[Adiredneck]

Most people just lay the chains out and drive onto them.

 

[Fallon]

I stuffed the jack under my drawbar when lifting the rear on my L3200 when dealing with a punctured tire.

 

[bstrom]

I use the drawbar socket area to lift with a hydraulic bottle jack on my b2620. Make sure the loader bucket is down to help stabilize the tractor.

 

[George2615]

I lay out the chains behind the tires. lower bucket o ground. Put the trans in neutral and jack up under the center draw bar. Lift one chain and hang it over the tire lugs then rotate the tire forward which picks up the chain as the tire goes around. Repeat on second side.
Fronts I pick wheels off ground with loader and put chains on.
Never timed it but I'll guess it only takes me about 20-25 minutes.

 

[oldballs]

I've done the drive over and found it more difficult than jacking the rear end at the draw bar area. IIRC, I set it centered to lift both sides, but put a block under the opposite side as the chain is hoisted on. This prevents it from teeter tottering as you work on one side. Have it in neutral. You can block the front tires if you prefer.

 

[erda]

Well, tried to mount the chains today, only to find that there isn't enough clearance to the fenders.

Time to look for some spacers. Suggestions as to a good source?

Thanks.

 

[George2615]

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[sixdogs]

While you're solving the clearance problem, I lift under the axle and put the jackstand nearby. Also a second jack under the drawbar because they are HF jacks. I never could make it work driving over them.