Hydraulic Top Link Recommendations Wanted

[Pecosbill7]

John Deere 5320. I’ve been threatening to get a hydraulic top link for many years but never think about it unless I’m turning and turning the existing manual link. I want to know which links you all favor and which ones you think are junk, as I only want to do this once (well, twice since I have two tractors). I see that Tractor Supply carries some but I haven’t been overly fond of other parts I’ve gotten there over the years, so I’m looking for recommendations and why you like what you like. Thanks.
Bill

 

[LouNY]

Are you looking for a cat 1 or cat 2?
What ever you end up with it should have the locking valves on it.
Then you have to decide what length you want, the following page has cat 1 ones,
Category 1 Hydraulic Top Links

Mine is a cat 2 and this is the style that I use;

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Look at the following link. Get the asked-for dimension. That should be what your mid-stroke dimension would be, plus or minus.

Top link

Manufacturers of tractor 3 point hitch top and tilt hydraulic kits, hydraulic top links and hydraulic side links.

fitritehydraulics.com

I normally recommend a 3" dia cylinder with a 1 1/2" dia rod having a working length of 19 1/4"- 27 1/4". This seems to work well for this application.

Typically the 5000 series JD tractors do not have poor-quality control valves for the rear remotes (SCV in JD lingo), so a check valve is most likely not needed, but can be provided if requested.

 

[Pecosbill7]

“Are you looking for a cat 1 or cat 2?

Thanks. Most of my implements are cat 1 but I do have a few that are cat 2. I’ve been able to get away with a cat 1 top link with a bushing inserted in the top link insert in the tool.

 

[BackRoad]

100% positive getting my hydraulic Top and Tilt from Brian at FitRite...(a.k.a. MtnViewRanch on TBN)!

He can hook you up with the right size and configuration based on your tractor, plus he supports his products.

 

[dlctcg]

I too highly recommend Brian at FitRite...(a.k.a. MtnViewRanch on TBN)... Class act & incredible quality...

 

[oosik]

I've had a Fit Rite hydraulic top link for ten years. A fantastic product.

 

[Pecosbill7]

Thanks, guys. I’m going to give Brian a call. I appreciate y’all’s input and advice.

 

[mikester]

https://www.princessauto.com/en/top-link-cylinders/product/PA1000000426?skuId=8699456

CDN$199

If you can wait they always go on sale

 

[Pecosbill7]

I emailed Brian and he returned emailed me this morning. Not cheap but I'm going to run with it. Thanks again for your help everyone.