PT1430 Leaf blower - Toro conversion

[woodlandfarms]

I still think about the tearing of the QT plate and the strength of the ears welded on to it that the top link attaches to. When we fixed the plate we welded some rectangular bar stock across the plate just above and butted to the ears to give spread the stress on the plate. If you are breaking top link with your machine it probably is a good idea to inspect for hairline cracks near the top link ears on the plate.

Don, thanks for the info. If you get a chance one day can you get a picture of your work on the plate? Mine is bent at the corners (was that way when I got it but I am sure I have made it worse).