Replace those Turnbuckles

[JAE 3400]

Hi All, I would like to replace the turnbuckles on the 3pt arms with a pin type setup on my L3400. I went to the dealer and inquired about a set off a Grand L they would cost over $300 dollars and I think that is way to much. Does anyone know of a pin type setup that can be had for a better price. Thanks in advance.

 

[bota7800]

Hi All, I would like to replace the turnbuckles on the 3pt arms with a pin type setup on my L3400. I went to the dealer and inquired about a set off a Grand L they would cost over $300 dollars and I think that is way to much. Does anyone know of a pin type setup that can be had for a better price. Thanks in advance.

I bought the parts from TractorSmart.com is your online source for Kubota online parts. I found a parts list for the B7800 on TBN. It was less than $150 if I remember correctly.

 

[Denwa]

Hi All, I would like to replace the turnbuckles on the 3pt arms with a pin type setup on my L3400. ........

Dang, another great idea! Why risk carpel tunnel and time crunch when simply adjusting with a pin setting would do for 99.9% of most needs. I can't imagine any situation where the less than infinite adjustment range would be necessary on a top link.

Of course a tiltable hydraulic setup would be even better, but the pin thing would be a otherwise great option. Let us know (with link or photos pse)
what you come up with.

Regards,
Dennis

 

[KU Gator]

Like bota7800, I replaced my turnbuckles on the lower arms with the kit from Tractorsmart. Those are the ones normally on the B2630 & B3030. It was a nice improvement. But I doubt that they would work on the L3400. From the Kubota website, it looks like the L4400 has the telescopic that would probably fit. But like in your case, when I went to the dealer, he priced all of the parts and it was in the range of $250 - $300. Through Tractorsmart, I got mine delivered for $200. Maybe you can contact Tractorsmart and see if they will put together a kit for the L's.

 

[JAE 3400]

Thanks for the replies guys. After a few phone calls I was able to get what I was looking for. The part #is L8430 3 point hitch stabilization kit. It sells for $169.00. This is standard equipment on the L4400 but optional on 2800 & 3400. So mine is on order. I also found out that some dealers don't have to much knowledge about what is available for the machines they sell.

 

[KU Gator]

Glad you found what you needed. If they work like the ones I put on mine, there are holes closer to the tractor and then holes closer to the implement. The ones closer to the tractor are like 1/2 the others, giving you like a 1/2 adjustment. That will make more sense once you get them.

On the B's, when you take the implement off, the lower arms swing almost together which I found annoying. The telescopic system eliminated that and I don't have to use the spreader bar to hold the arms apart when using backing into the implement with the Pats quick hitch. Also I had bent 3 bolts for the turnbuckle system and @ $20 each, it was getting old.

 

[JAE 3400]

KU Gator, Thanks for including the picture in your post. That is the setup I was looking for. On the L series they are located on the outside of the arms. I have yet to bend one of my turnbuckle bolts but I always keep them tight to prevent any sway.

 

[ModMech]

Based on the list prices here: Parts for Kubota B3030 Tractors

... and the fact that you only really need two each of the parts numbered 50, 90, 100 & 140 which collectively list for just a smidgen under $80, this is a DEAL.

Time to place my order.

Thanks guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[poldies4]

I believe Agri Supply would have what you are looking for. Sounds like there are numerous options. Good luck!!!!!

 

[KU Gator]

What about item number 40. If I am looking at it right, it is a $35 each part. Seems really high for what is a piece of metal bent around that small part. Plus you will need those pins shown and the nuts and washers. When my dealer priced it out a part at a time like that, it was cheaper just to get it from TractorSmart as Bota 7800 did.