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[Inspector507]

I am assuming that this 'pats hitch" is an impostor? This one comes with the stabilizer also.HMM
PAT'S QUICK HITCH C1 - Agri Supply

No, it's not an impostor. Pat makes a "cheaper" version that Agri Supply sells.

 

[TJB63]

Thank for the reply BarneyHunts

I think I'll give it a try, It seems if you start at the beginning of this Post the PTO Shafts seemed to be a problem back then, Has Pat redesigned the systems since? Cause all talk about it disappears somewhere in 2007

BTW: Thanks for the suggestion, I was planning to order the whole system with the stabilizer bar as I figure better to have it and not need it, than the other way around. I know I could make one, But Pat's is cheap enough.

TJB

 

[TJB63]

Alright, Got my Pat's system yesterday. Took 2 days from ordering to sitting on the porch. Seems to be very well made and easy to install.

In fact it's so simple it could fall under the " Why didn't I think of that"

From the comments posted here, It should work and last a lifetime. I hope to get it hooked up by the weekend if time permits, Looks like it shouldn't take anymore than a 1/2 hour at the most.

TJB

 

[NSBound]

I got my system a few weeks ago and finally got around to installing it a couple of days ago. As everyone else has said, it was easy to install and easy to understand the instructions. There is a problem with the length of my hydraulic top link though, it's now too short to connect to my box blade, even fully extended, by the differnce of the length og the Pat's connectors, so am in discussion with my dealer over that.

 

[TJB63]

Just to Update,

Installed Pat's ECS without any problems except, Like a dummy I forgot to tighten the nuts on the clamps and lost a set, a quick trip to TSC will solve that problem.

My Major concern was that my PTO Shaft for my BH would be too short, It connects and works just fine. So that was a Non-Issue afterall for me.

You can chalk me up under another satisfied Pat's Customer.

TJB

 

[botemout]

So where's the link to order the system?

 

[NSBound]

So where's the link to order the system?

At the top of this page! I think the ads at the top of the page change every time you come to it though so you have to watch for it. Or, click on the "STORE" tab, also at the top of this page.

 

[roadhawk]

No, it's not an impostor. Pat makes a "cheaper" version that Agri Supply sells.

It looks identical. Why is it a "cheaper" version? Smaller or something?

 

[brin]

No, it's not an impostor. Pat makes a "cheaper" version that Agri Supply sells.

I just ordered one from Pat and I looked at the one Agri Supply sells $20.00 cheaper and I mentioned it to them and the folks at Pat's said that is one they manufacture for Agri Supply..So for my money I will go direct to the manufacturer and pay a little bit more. The math does not work for me..if you think about it..there must be a difference if Agri Supply can sell it for $20.00 less. Just my view.

 

[TJB63]

So where's the link to order the system?

First Page - First Post

Click link under picture

 

[Inspector507]

It looks identical. Why is it a "cheaper" version? Smaller or something?

This was Pat's reply in this thread

gri-Supply sells another version of Pat's Easy Change. They are mine. I make them. They do have a different look than the gray ones. We came up a design that takes less machine time to try and lower the price. That was what I kept hearing on this board and several others. We worked on this for a long time and had them certified as to weight capacity. Several neighbors have been using them for a year now and have not had any problems with them. Agri-Supply has priced them to sell when you consider that they have the sta-bar included.

 

[brin]

I just bought the Pat's Easy change system directly from Pat's and paid the small added amount...I wanted the better built one...You get what you pay for kinda thing..shipping was prompt and installation was a breeze...took about 45 min. because I went slow and followed the easy directions..

The first test was to connect to a finishing mower I had covered and had been sitting for about 3 yrs...I backed right up to it and lifter the arms straight up and heard a click and that was it..all I had to do was put the pin in the top link bar and connect the drive line. Took about 3 minutes to hook up and without the Pat's easy change system it would have been maybe 20 min. backing up - pulling forward...backing up ..pulling forward...geeez am I glad those days of hooking up equipment are over..it works on all my cat 1 attachments...Thanks to Pat's for inventing it and pricing it right....

 

[glasugcul]

I accept with information:Slip the bent washer thingy onto the lower pin of your implement, with the flat side facing the implement and the bent part facing away from the implement. Have the bent part on the top of the pin facing away. Line up the cut in the bent part with the lynch pin hole in your implements pin.

 

[gerard]

I have a Kubota L2800 HST. Will the easy change work on it? The instruction says it need 4 inches straight. I have only 2 inches from the center of the hole to the start of the bend. Some of the post indicate it works in some cases with less tha 4 inches. It sounds like a great idea. my new tractor is a pain to hook up.

I have an L2500 so the lower arms are
PROBABLY identical. I've had the Pat's system on for several years now and would not be without it. I used to have a quick hitch which was pretty good too but did not work on ALL my implements. Pat's works on everything I have

 

[smilykubota]

Pat,
I am picking up a new Kubota B3200HST next week with a new brugh hog. Have you seen the spec on this model to work with your system.

Since the members are happy, I thought I start out the EASY way right off the start.

Thanks

 

[SailorBob]

I am thinking about ordering the system. I have a Yanmar YM1700. I have 4 attachments that I use with it. I have the pins turned in to give more clearance for the lift arms and the tires. Has anyone used it in this configuration? Does anyone have one with this tractor?

 

[Inspector507]

I am thinking about ordering the system. I have a Yanmar YM1700. I have 4 attachments that I use with it. I have the pins turned in to give more clearance for the lift arms and the tires. Has anyone used it in this configuration? Does anyone have one with this tractor?

Don't see why it wouldn't work if you have enough clearance for the hooks to engage.

 

[foggy1111]

I need some parts to fix up my Pat's EZ Change. I cannot find a parts explosion or part numbers. I do have my list...but it's in papers located with my tractor about 200 miles away.

I hooked up an old Dearborn Plow....and due to the limited clearance at the hitch pins.....the plow broke a big pin on the Pats. (the one that allows the spacer to set the distance between the arms)

Anyone have a parts explosion or part numbers to share?

I think next time I hook up that plow I will remove the Pats. When I hooked it up I feared it could be an issue.

 

[NSBound]

Anyone have a parts explosion or part numbers to share?

Have you tried contacting Pat directly? I suspect they'd do everything possible to help you, their customer service is top notch.

 

[mantis]

My friend told me that signing up on this website would cause me financial problems... after reading all 32 pages of this thread I immediately pulled out the bank card and ordered up the Easy Change. It's scheduled to arrive on the 8th. I wish I would have read this thread yesterday, so I would have gotten the parts for the weekend.