Has anyone used Link Wiz quick 3pt?

srossman · Dec 6, 2007

FullBucket said:
Do any of these quick hitch solutions change the PTO length required? Given my recent snowblower incident, the possibility came to mind.

I can't comment on the other's, but the Pat's system does move things back probably 2-3". I actually like that since on the BX23, I can get the implement raised a little higher.

-Scot

JJPP · Dec 6, 2007

Thanks for the replies. ndnparts those look like what I had sketched on some paper after seeing the link wiz thanks for the link. I am considering making my own like those I just have to check into the steel prices. I'm thinking by the time I buy the steel, pins, and a 7/8" drill bit if I can't find one. I may be getting over $50+. Plus without a plasma cutter that will be alot of grinding.

Old School · Dec 6, 2007

Here's what I believe will be my answer to controlling the width problem when using the Link Wiz quick hitches. Having different width implements has been a headache from day one. I got the idea from a New Holland compact tractor. In the picture note the lighter gray sway control arms on the 3-point. No more need to manual loosen and tighten them with a wrench. I just finished them tonight.

ndnparts · Dec 7, 2007

These are similar to the adjustable sway bars used on the B2710. I have the parts breakdown for them, but I want to find someone with a parts manual so I'll have the part numbers, and I'll just get a set from Kubota. Nice job by the way. Stan

Old School said:
Here's what I believe will be my answer to controlling the width problem when using the Link Wiz quick hitches. Having different width implements has been a headache from day one. I got the idea from a New Holland compact tractor. In the picture note the lighter gray sway control arms on the 3-point. No more need to manual loosen and tighten them with a wrench. I just finished them tonight.

ndnparts · Dec 7, 2007

I have a full size milling machine, and I could have built my own, but if you look at the time and materials, $100 for the set was worth it to me. If you want to build your own, you can get small steel lots from www.SpeedyMetals.com. Stan

JJPP said:
Thanks for the replies. ndnparts those look like what I had sketched on some paper after seeing the link wiz thanks for the link. I am considering making my own like those I just have to check into the steel prices. I'm thinking by the time I buy the steel, pins, and a 7/8" drill bit if I can't find one. I may be getting over $50+. Plus without a plasma cutter that will be alot of grinding.

JJPP · Dec 7, 2007

I'm with you on building my own. It would be some work. I just have some spare time at work and was thinking of making them but I am leaning towards the easy way out. Thanks for the ebay link I saw them before but I couldn't find them again that is why I was looking at the Link Wiz + they were cheaper. In the long run I'm sure that the steel ones are better/stronger repairable/last forever so I'll most likely spend the extra $$ just don't have much this time of year. Also if you get the part# for the stabilizers please pass them on. Thanks, Jason

ndnparts · Dec 7, 2007

I should have some parts in at the Kubota dealer next week, so if no one comes up with the part numbers for the stabilizers by then, I'll try to have a look at their parts book and get the pricing on the arms. Stan

JJPP said:
I'm with you on building my own. It would be some work. I just have some spare time at work and was thinking of making them but I am leaning towards the easy way out. Thanks for the ebay link I saw them before but I couldn't find them again that is why I was looking at the Link Wiz + they were cheaper. In the long run I'm sure that the steel ones are better/stronger repairable/last forever so I'll most likely spend the extra $$ just don't have much this time of year. Also if you get the part# for the stabilizers please pass them on. Thanks, Jason

JJPP · Dec 7, 2007

Thanks, Jason

ndnparts · Dec 22, 2007

Ok, I went to the Kubota dealer today and they had the B2710 sway bars in stock, so the part numbers are listed below. Excluding the hitch pins, the cost for the two adjustable arms and the two pivots required was $69.00.
Here are the part numbers for the adjustable sway arms to get rid of the floppy turnbuckles and clevises on the BX 3PH. Now, because of the 3ph difference on the BX series, some adapting will need to be done at the attachment spacing plate that fits over the frame pivot bar, but I will post some photos in the next few days so you can see what I mean. Stan

2 ea 6C070-65333 Plate, Stab Arm @16.03 ea
2 ea 6C070-65320 Pipe, Stab Arm @16.03 ea
2 ea 6C070-65350 Bolt, Stab (pivot) @2.44 ea
Add about another $10 if you buy the 6 OEM clevis pins and hair pins.

ndnparts said:
I should have some parts in at the Kubota dealer next week, so if no one comes up with the part numbers for the stabilizers by then, I'll try to have a look at their parts book and get the pricing on the arms. Stan

NY_Yankees_Fan · Dec 23, 2007

Here is a link to adding the sway bars, this is a great addition to the BX if you use the 3 pt a lot, a lot quicker then the OEM turnbuckles.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/12639-bx-2200-lift-arm-adjusters.html