implement qwick hitch

[bob_wood]

I am fabricating a qwick hitch system for my kubota 4200. This is what I have done so far. Decided to tac weld it on for now until I see how its going to work out.

Bob

 

[RedDirt]

Nice job Bob. Looks like it will work great.

Bear in mind you've changed your TPH geometry and some of your implements may need to be adjusted differently now.

When I changed the pin mounts on my rear blade to intentionally get a higher lift I failed to see that a cross member bound up the top link. The bind bent the top link but I was able to straighten it and chase the threads with a small file. Just a caution to check all your implements full motion with the new hitch and look for unintended pinch points.

 

[bob_wood]

Nice job Bob. Looks like it will work great.

Bear in mind you've changed your TPH geometry and some of your implements may need to be adjusted differently now.

When I changed the pin mounts on my rear blade to intentionally get a higher lift I failed to see that a cross member bound up the top link. The bind bent the top link but I was able to straighten it and chase the threads with a small file. Just a caution to check all your implements full motion with the new hitch and look for unintended pinch points.

Thanks RedDirt,

Your points are well taken. As I mull this project over, I have decided the hitch probably wont save me alot of time switching implements. I will still need to get off / on the tractor ( a few times ) to set width of lower links, install lower link securing pins, connect the top link, connect PTO, etc. I have always used my crowbar to positon an impliment for 3pth hookup and I can do the whole process quite fast and be on my way, and I only have to get off the tractor Once ! I'm thinking too that I will have lower link binding problems with this qwick hitch. Think I'm gonna scrap the project

Bob

 

[Bedlam]

Thanks for the posting . I was considering making the same, I wondered if the horizontal pin could go on the side like that. Keep us up to date lol
Al

 

[bob_wood]

Thanks for your comments Al. The horizontal holding pins should work fine as I have them in my pictures. I decided to abandon the project for the reasons I stated.

Good Luck on Your project.

Please post sum pics

Bob

 

[Bedlam]

I'm not sure if you've seen this post.
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/118976-quick-hitch-made-my-own.html

At first I assume that he had used solid stock. till DAH I looked at the picture and saw just what he used.
I wouldn't abandon the idea , Al tho I haven't welded yet i have put-sed around some with ideas.Such as how its welded to the top of the link . I am not sure that it needs to be a "J"
I envision just two separate pieces of stock welded in the vertical to simulate the hook. the pin could either rest right onto the original arm metal, or I cold weld a small piece of metal to the bottom. (all this would eliminate the problem of cutting the "J" from heavy stock)
Th retaining pin has always been a concern as I didn't know the width of the stock that is used on the carter setup or the pin size.I assume its not need to be a large diameter.
keep us update LOL

 

[wmgeorge]

Thanks for your comments Al. The horizontal holding pins should work fine as I have them in my pictures. I decided to abandon the project for the reasons I stated.

Good Luck on Your project.

Please post sum pics

Bob

I was considering a project like this, but when I found the Harbor Freight QH on sale at times with discount coupons down to $65 I purchased. Granted it takes some re-work or at least mine did, but it was cheaper than buying the steel. I can hook and un-hook from the seat.

 

[bob_wood]

I was considering a project like this, but when I found the Harbor Freight QH on sale at times with discount coupons down to $65 I purchased. Granted it takes some re-work or at least mine did, but it was cheaper than buying the steel. I can hook and un-hook from the seat.

Ya just cant beat the price !! You couldn't begin to make that for $65 bucks ( if you figured your time too )

bob

 

[bob_wood]

I'm not sure if you've seen this post.
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/118976-quick-hitch-made-my-own.html

At first I assume that he had used solid stock. till DAH I looked at the picture and saw just what he used.
I wouldn't abandon the idea , Al tho I haven't welded yet i have put-sed around some with ideas.Such as how its welded to the top of the link . I am not sure that it needs to be a "J"
I envision just two separate pieces of stock welded in the vertical to simulate the hook. the pin could either rest right onto the original arm metal, or I cold weld a small piece of metal to the bottom. (all this would eliminate the problem of cutting the "J" from heavy stock)
Th retaining pin has always been a concern as I didn't know the width of the stock that is used on the carter setup or the pin size.I assume its not need to be a large diameter.

Thanks ! I had Not seen this thread...

I made the "J's " by drilling a 7/8 inch hole in 1/2 inch stock then using my angle grinder with cutoff wheel I finished it ... not that hard to do Using 1 " stock would have worked much better but all I had was 1/2" so my retaining pins had to go on the outside.

bob

 

[Bedlam]

Bob I'm sorry I was referring to the one on the link that Shvl73 made. He seems to have used tube stock.
Altho this pic

Yes 1 inch is hard tohttp://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/build-yourself/99699d1207505513-quick-hitch-made-my-own-102_1025.jpg

Seesm to lok like a solid stock I believe it is a tube sliced and then filled in.




come by but now I see yous its got me rethinking lol
Thanks