Titan has sale on SSQA adapter

[2manyrocks]

I see where the valve is located, but how am I supposed to set it? All I got was a Parts Manual and a manual for the engine. PT didn't send me any kind of instructions beyond one page in the Parts Manual that doesn't even mention the draft control, much less how I'm supposed to adjust it. Was I supposed to get a separate operator's manual?

 

[5030]

My comment about draft control was in reference to conventional tractors, not a Powertrac. I have no idea what they are and candidly don't want one anyway.

Easy to set the draft control as well as the sensitivity control on the top link location on a conventional rear mounted 3 point tractor actually. I use it all the time with ground engaging implements and stays turned off or in the non actuated position when using drawbar pulled implements.

 

[ponytug]

I see where the valve is located, but how am I supposed to set it? All I got was a Parts Manual and a manual for the engine. PT didn't send me any kind of instructions beyond one page in the Parts Manual that doesn't even mention the draft control, much less how I'm supposed to adjust it. Was I supposed to get a separate operator's manual?

I apologize. It isn't in my manual, either. I was sure it was. Swiss cheese for brains I guess.

As far as I know, there is only one PT manual, and yes, it isn't as good as it could be. I consider the PT forum and the archives here to be the best manual. The Deutz came with two manuals, both of which are available online in PDF form, and there is an amazingly detailed shop manual, but it is not cheap.

Just FYI: I have learned a lot from information in the older threads. I find it useful to browse them occasionally, as I learn things in the related posts.

As a general rule, try your favorite search engine, or Google, with something like this;
"power-trac" "draft control" "adjust" site:tractorbynet.com

Today, hit #3 is this one;
Post in thread 'Draft Control'
Draft Control

It is the method that I use.

I find that if try to put too much pressure in the draft control system, (or put differently, trying to transfer too much weight to the tractor), the mower has a tendency to hit a bump and float up for a bit. I also notice that if I do the initial adjustment when the hydraulic oil is cold, I sometimes need to tweak it again when the oil has warmed up and thinned out a bit.

With the implement on and the tractor running, I think that adjusting the draft setting is a quick adjustment when you get the hang of it.

I can say that when the draft control is set properly, I find that the draft control is a big help in traction for things like mowing, especially slope mowing over uneven terrain. The extra weight on the tractor helps traction, and the mower casters are less likely to drag or dig in because they are carrying less weight, helping the mower float over the terrain better.

All the best,

Peter

 

[2manyrocks]

Thanks. That gives me somewhere to start.

I don't think PT gave me any operator's manual. I received a red parts manual that has one page of "operating instructions" that says nothing about draft control. Surely there is supposed to be an operator's manual???

Also found a discussion about limiting the backward tilt of the mower deck towards the operator when the deck is lifted which is something else that I really don't like at all. This member installed a rod to limit the backwards tilt towards the operator. Mod to the brush hog

This may be another mod that I will do.

 

[ponytug]

Thanks. That gives me somewhere to start.

I don't think PT gave me any operator's manual. I received a red parts manual that has one page of "operating instructions" that says nothing about draft control. Surely there is supposed to be an operator's manual???

Also found a discussion about limiting the backward tilt of the mower deck towards the operator when the deck is lifted which is something else that I really don't like at all. This member installed a rod to limit the backwards tilt towards the operator. Mod to the brush hog

This may be another mod that I will do.

That's "THE" manual. As I wrote, it leaves something to be desired.

All the best,

Peter

 

[2manyrocks]

I suppose I need to download all the posts from the PT forum to write my own manual.

 

[m5040]

My comment about draft control was in reference to conventional tractors, not a Powertrac. I have no idea what they are and candidly don't want one anyway.

Roger having to remember which forum your on before you confuse people with good advise that has nothing to do with the tractor in the discussion.
I had no idea what they were either, then I bought their cheapest/smallest model and found out how much better the design was over conventional tractors that date back to when they replaced horses and were just good at pulling stuff. I now have 4 Power Tracs that get used 10 times more then my standard tractors. But you can't beat a M5030 Kubota with front and rear differential locks for hauling a water wagon and a gigantic grapple on the loader, but if I didn't have it first, I never would have bought it after I used the Power Tracs.

 

[5030]

Your M5030 is pretty diminutive compared to my M9's. I know as I owned one a while ago, hence, my screen name.

I still remember not so fondly, trying to round bale with the 5030 and having to advance the throttle to the stop just to get a fully formed bale. That is when I knew I needed a lot more grunt and bought my first M9000. That was back in 2001 btw.

I did like my 5030 barring the poor ac system that I had to modify just to keep the cabin somewhat cool but it was a nice 'little' tractor, just not enough balls to run a round bailer, let alone a disc mower. Back then when I bought my first M9, the M9's were the second largest tractors Kubota sold and I've always had good luck with them, so why change. The only unit bigger was the M105 but I didn't care for the sloped hood design.

I've had excellent results with both M9's I own and have no reason to upgrade at all, especially now with all the T4 final junk they put on the engines. Mine are completely devoid of any of that stuff and that is the way I like it. The less complex a unit is, the higher the reliability factor is, especially when you keep them for years, like I do. Other than routine maintenance and valve adjustments, neither have ever been touched and I don't expect them to be either. My Kubota mechanic has often told me the VT series engines I have in my M9's are the most reliable and longest lasting engines Kubota ever made and I believe him plus they are perfect for my operation and both have been paid for, for many years plus they hold their value excellently if I ever decide to sell either of them.

I'm not at all adverse to new equipment, in fact I'm always upgrading my hay tools but tractor wise, no upgrades needed and I'm good with that.

 

[5030]

The thread title is:

Titan has sale on SSQA adapter​

and there is no mention of a PT Cruiser or whatever it is, in the thread title, least not that I see but then maybe it's hidden somewhere...

 

[SpringHollow]

Here is the draft control section for an 1850: