Toplink Toplink

Anonymous Poster · Mar 19, 2002

I just ordered my self contained hydraulic toplink from Jiffy-Hitch. I don't have any hydraulic taps for a powered unit, but I think this will be a huge improvement over getting off the tractor and having to twist for adjustments. Anyone experienced in this department? I am using a boxblade, mower, dirt scoop, and carry all. The stroke is only 6". 22"-28" eye-eye measurement.

RobS · Mar 19, 2002

Interesting. If I read their description correctly, you open the valve and use the tph position to adjust to the desired angle. Close the valve and you're all set. Is that the way it works?

I've not heard of anyone using one, let us know how it works for you /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

Anonymous Poster · Mar 19, 2002

That's what I get out of it. Lift the implement to extend cylinder with valve open close valve to lock in that position. Lower implement to ground and roll forward with valve open to close cylinder then throw the valve to lock in cylinder. With all the in between adjustments availible.

CVHoss · Mar 19, 2002

Rob,
Did you get that picture from their web site? It looks like something that I could find interesting, but when I try their web site at <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.jiffyhitchsystems.com/>http://www.jiffyhitchsystems.com/</A>, all I can get trying to use the links are "404 -- Not found" errors.

Hoss

TonyC · Mar 19, 2002

all I can get trying to use the links are "404 -- Not found" errors.

I'm guessing you're not using Internet Explorer. I tried this site and it doesn't seem to like other browsers. I viewed it with IE 6.0. Netscape wouldn't work. Does Bill Gates have stock in Jiffy Hitch?

TonyC · Mar 19, 2002

I don't see any pricing on the web site. Where did you order it from?

CVHoss · Mar 19, 2002

Thanks Tony. You're exactly right. I've seen some sites that have some components that won't work with Netscape, but I've never seen one like that.

As for ordering, if you go to their <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.jiffyhitchsystems.com/info.html>"request information"</A> page, they have a toll free number and address listed.

Hoss

Anonymous Poster · Mar 19, 2002

I ordered it straight from Jiffy Hitch I believe in FL. They are shipping it to me in MO. I think it was $245 plus freight.

TonyC · Mar 19, 2002

I agree. Usually you just get some wierd things happening. As I diehard Netscape user myself, I always try IE whenever anything fails.

RobS · Mar 19, 2002

Yes it came from their website, and I am using IE.

It looks like the link has an accumulator or something, perhaps to absorb shocks to the system? I'm surprised this is the first time this device has been mentioned on the board. Anxious to hear more about it /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

jimgerken · Mar 19, 2002

I can see why they need an accumulator. The total volume would change from stroke-end to stroke-end 'cause of the different volumes of the piston end compared to the other end. So they could not simply plumb it from inlet to outlet. If they did that it wouldn't move very far before the pressure difference stopped it, and it would always bounce back.

John_Mc · Mar 19, 2002

I'm guessing you're not using Internet Explorer. I tried this site and it doesn't seem to like other browsers. I viewed it with IE 6.0. Netscape wouldn't work.

I just tried it with Netscape 6.x and it worked fine.

John_Mc

TonyC · Mar 20, 2002

I just tried it with Netscape 6.x and it worked fine

Touché. I've been lax in upgrading my software. Thanks for the reminder!

JBell · Mar 20, 2002

If you contact JiffyHitch they will send you a video that shows the operation of their toplinks. While I have not yet ordered the self-contained unit, I probably will. Incidentially, I simply asked for infor, and they called me. Nice folks.bell

Anonymous Poster · Mar 20, 2002

I think they also have a quick hitch system that looks much better than others. They also make attachments that fit the quick hitch or you can or you can order the female for standard 3pt implements. And I agree they are very nice people. They are also making the farm show rounds, so keep an eye out for them.

shade2u2 · Mar 20, 2002

I got their video last year. Their products looked ok but expensive. I'm just not convinced that all the expense & efforts are worth it to use the "jiffy-hitch" setup /w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif - that's just my impression. I know others seem thrilled with quick hitch systems, but I guess that I just don't change my implements frequently enough to bother.
There hyd. toplinks looked solid, but not the right size or price for me.
They were nice folks, but pricey... IMHO

WVBill · Mar 20, 2002

Looks like it would be pretty easy to build - even with the accumulator. And for less than $245, no?

MikePA · Mar 20, 2002

There hyd. toplinks looked solid, but not the right size or price for me.

What was your concern about the size? Just curious.

shade2u2 · Mar 20, 2002

It appeared either to long or to short (can't remember which). If I have to have it modified, I would be further ahead to have the whole thing made. IMHO

MikePA · Mar 20, 2002

That's what I thought, but wanted to be sure.

For those TnT TBNers, is it a requirement that the hydraulic toplink have the same range of motion as the manual one?