JD Hydro Top link or Other

[nmu98]

After sleeping on it, it seems that the 18 to 26.5 would probably be the best for me.. Maybe

I can see using the shorter side to work on the rotary cutter, but never using anything longer than 28... I know I will only use 23 -26 in the field with the imatch.... So I might be running this fully extended, is that Ok to do?

 

[nmu98]

Just an FYI to anyone else with a 3x20 and a cab---

I spent a lot of time measuring and looking at what I do. finally I started moving everything on my stock link around to minic the hydro link. At 19 inches my I match will almost contact the rear fender. So, to me, I have to get the 21 to 32 so I do not accidently bring it in and rip off the fenders. I dont see anything less than 20.5 as usefull on this tractor.

Just my opinion and I searched for some time trying to get what others have.

Putting in my order in the morning.

 

[mscheer772]

I have a JD 4310 with the i-match set-up and a CCM toplink with a DPOCV. Which of the following attachments can use both the i-match and the CCM at the same time. MX-5 Mower, Frontier box blade, Worksaver disc, ballast box,Fimco 3pt fertilizer spreader. Would you want to use both at the same time? What would the advantages and disadvantages of using both at the same time?

You TBNer's rock!!!

-Mike-

 

[jdbower]

Which can you use? Pretty much anything you can think of. The CCM toplink is just a toplink if you're not adjusting it. Which does it make the most sense to use? The boxblade and possibly the MX mower may require on-the-spot toplink adjustments (maybe others, I don't have most of your toys). The biggest benefit to the hydraulic toplink is that (depending on where you put the controls) you can quickly and easily adjust the toplink from the driver's seat. Any activity you do that requires even occasional adjustments would benefit.

Additionally, any equipment you've got that may require an adjustment while hooking up could also benefit (again, depending on where your controls are). With iMatch compatible stuff this isn't as big a deal, but some of my equipment requires shortening the toplink a few inches so I can slide it into a slot.

So the advantage is on-the-seat toplink length adjustments can tilt an implement forward or back. The disadvantage is that good hydraulic toplinks are expensive and you'll have a few extra hoses to deal with. Some hydraulic toplinks can leak down or feel spongy, but the CCM has never given me any issues.

 

[kennyd]

I have a JD 4310 with the i-match set-up and a CCM toplink with a DPOCV. Which of the following attachments can use both the i-match and the CCM at the same time. MX-5 Mower, Frontier box blade, Worksaver disc, ballast box,Fimco 3pt fertilizer spreader. Would you want to use both at the same time? What would the advantages and disadvantages of using both at the same time?

You TBNer's rock!!!

-Mike-

Not real clear what your asking The HTL can stay on the tractor all the time...and you can use the I-Match with any implement that will fit it.

 

[Ken Cunningham]

Here is another fact to consider that may help in your decision:
With a POCV on the cylinder, you can NOT "float" the 3PH. The cylinder will remain locked unless sufficient pressure (500 to 700 lbs. I think is the "cracking" pressure) is applied to the valve.

I fail to see how a hyraulic top link would stop the 3PH from floating. The floating of it is by the bottom arms moving up and down, which would only affect the pitch of the implement.

 

[nmu98]

I fail to see how a hyraulic top link would stop the 3PH from floating. The floating of it is by the bottom arms moving up and down, which would only affect the pitch of the implement.

He is not talking about floating the three point.

He is stating that with the CCM toplink, you can not float the top link itself due to the check valves.

 

[kennyd]

I fail to see how a hyraulic top link would stop the 3PH from floating. The floating of it is by the bottom arms moving up and down, which would only affect the pitch of the implement.

OK, so I chose the wrong words to explain what I was talking about..But luckily nmu98 was smart enough to figure out what I meant

 

[nmu98]

The CCM standard is 30" lines. That seems long!

 

[jdbower]

The CCM standard is 30" lines. That seems long!

It's not too bad, it gives ample slack to adjust as you move the 3PH up and down. I used 36" lines and they connected just to the left of my Power Beyond and there's not enough slack to require cable ties. The CCM toplink connections are also in the rectangular section of the check valve setup (see the pictures in the link in the second post in this thread).