Manual Top Link Options

AaronD81 · Dec 2, 2022

I'm looking for a better top link but don't have rear remotes. I currently have a standard one with a lock nut that needs threaded separately, which is double the work. I've found some with a handle that doubles as a lock, which seems like a good idea. Several variations on the design, but basic premise is the same. Interestingly, they all seem to be advertised as brand specific, most commonly JD, but others as well. Anyone have one? Any negatives?

MF Top Link (cat 1) 17-1/4

This is a replacement top link category 1 top link. This body has a length of 17-1/4 inches and closed body of 23-1/4 inches. This can extend out to 29-9/16.

www.agrisupply.com

Top Link John Deere Cat 1 & 2 | Agri Supply 106107

This is a replacement top link category 1 & 2 top link. This body has a length of 12-1/2 inches and closed body of 21-5/8 inches. This can extend out 29-15/16.

www.agrisupply.com

MF243RedTop · Dec 2, 2022

The new Holland ones like on my brothers tn60 I like the best, which you mentioned. The handles serves both purposes, to adjust the link and serve as a lock

AaronD81 · Dec 2, 2022

MF243RedTop said:
The new Holland ones like on my brothers tn60 I like the best, which you mentioned. The handles serves both purposes, to adjust the link and serve as a lock.

https://www.machinerytrader.com/listings/auction-results/new-holland/tn60-top-link/other-items/40000?Model=TN60%20TOP%20LINK

I like that one, handle looks stronger than the ones I posted.

MF243RedTop · Dec 2, 2022

Trying to find a link where you can buy one that was a auction link done sold

AaronD81 · Dec 2, 2022

MF243RedTop said:
Trying to find a link where you can buy one that was a auction link done sold

I found it on the CNH parts website, but looks like Cat 2 and dimensions aren't listed. My tractor is Cat 1. It's also about $400 and some of the generic ones are $50 so I will probably try a cheaper one first.

MF243RedTop · Dec 2, 2022

Yeah look here but doesn't seem to list as whether it's a cat1 or 2 too bad if not available in a cat1, nice link..

Ford Center Top Link

For FITS <B>FORD�</B> <B>NEW HOLLAND�</B> T AND TN SERIES TRACTOR

www.crosscreektractor.com

Wobblin-Goblin · Dec 2, 2022

My dad made a telescoping top link out of scrap so he could adjust the pitch of his 3pt forks on the fly. I'll take a pic tomorrow and post it.

/pine · Dec 2, 2022

This product was the subject of several threads several years ago...have not heard much about it lately but it does/can serve a purpose...it is NOT the same as a typical hydraulic top link...It requires no additional hydraulics it is self contained...

Now I see that it is no longer available from SC...

Hydraulink Category 1 Toplink | Tractor Top Link Hydraulic Cylinders | Hydraulic Cylinders | Hydraulics | www.surpluscenter.com

Hydraulink Category 1 Toplink, Tractor Top Link Hydraulic Cylinders, HYDRAULINK CATEGORY 1 TOPLINK, HYDRAULINK TOP LINK CYLINDER Brand new,Hydraulink,HL101,

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AaronD81 · Dec 2, 2022

Wobblin-Goblin said:
My dad made a telescoping top link out of scrap so he could adjust the pitch of his 3pt forks on the fly. I'll take a pic tomorrow and post it.

Thanks.

/pine said:
This product was the subject of several threads several years ago...have not heard much about it lately but it does/can serve a purpose...it is NOT the same as a typical hydraulic top link...It requires no additional hydraulics it is self contained...

Now I see that it is no longer available from SC...

Hydraulink Category 1 Toplink | Tractor Top Link Hydraulic Cylinders | Hydraulic Cylinders | Hydraulics | www.surpluscenter.com

Hydraulink Category 1 Toplink, Tractor Top Link Hydraulic Cylinders, HYDRAULINK CATEGORY 1 TOPLINK, HYDRAULINK TOP LINK CYLINDER Brand new,Hydraulink,HL101,

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Interesting concept, I can't find it on Hydraulink's website either so probably discontinued.