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Mike Rakow

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I started another post on drawbar/hitch items, and it was pointed out to me that the lift arms/lower links are bent on my Dad's tractor. Can I get some opinions on replacing them....new (aftermarket) or a good used set?
I know the new stuff appears to be made in China or India...anyone have any experiences (good or bad) with them?
Would good used (but 60 year old parts) be a better route?

Any input would be appreciated.
Mike
 
They aren't bent that bad. They can be strightened
easy in a hydraulic press.

Dad had a Deere model A with aftermarket 3pt. he
bent the arms several times pushing snow
backwards. he would strighten them in his press. I
know he did it three or four times. hard to tell
how many times they were bent before he bought it.

When he sold the tractor he seperated them. he got
$400 for the tractor and another $400 for the
hitch.
 
I would prefer good used to aftermarket.
Forum members John Smith, Jim.UT or Wild Child would
be good sources if they currently have a set available.
I don't have all their contact info with me, but John's
site is http://Oldfordtractors.com.
 
A couple of thoughts...
First of all, the three point was made to pull - not to push with. Pushing, like with a back blade will turn them into pretzels faster than anything - though I know we all push a little snow with them now and then.
Secondly, what condition are the ball sockets in?
If the balls and sockets are badly worn then I would just replace the lift arms. And remember to look at the balls on any used ones you may buy because they are likely badly worn too.
If you are pretty sure you won't be doing a lot of pushing with them then I would just buy new ones. You could never stretch or even bend a set from china if you never pushed with them.
If you plan to push snow then I would buy used ones with good balls/sockets.
 
(quoted from post at 02:21:02 08/25/14) I started another post on drawbar/hitch items, and it was pointed out to me that the lift arms/lower links are bent on my Dad's tractor. Can I get some opinions on replacing them....new (aftermarket) or a good used set?
I know the new stuff appears to be made in China or India...anyone have any experiences (good or bad) with them?
Would good used (but 60 year old parts) be a better route?

Any input would be appreciated.


The use of stabilizer bars would probably help keep the lift arms from bending. I use them with mower and back blade.
Click to expand...
 
used original ones are really common on ebay.
There are a few sellers, which tear down 2-3 tractors a week.
I always wait until a pair of lift arms or lift links don't get involved in a bidding war.
Cheap, if you have patience.
And spare lift arms are something I always have hanging in the shed. Basic SOP here. If I break something and need it now, I will have to pay thru the nose. Have a spare (got cheap) on stuff that might break.
If you straighten yours, which is easily done, check carefully around the lift link hole. They crack there when bent or straightened sometimes.

For sure, follow Hobo's second link on the check chains kit.
In your other post, you just had them attached with one bolt per side.
If that bolt pulls out, or breaks the corner off the casting, it will ruin your day.
 
[i:654c4848f0]"If you straighten yours, which is easily done, check carefully around the lift link hole. They crack there when bent or straightened sometimes."
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Well said. They actually crack pretty easily.
I was disassembling a tractor this weekend for parts. When taking the lift arms off, the pin was loose in the trumpet so the nut would not come off. I took a large rachet strap and pulled the lift arm sideways into the opposite rim to try to keep the pin from turning. I put some pretty good pressure on it. Then went back with the air wrench to loosen the nut. All of a sudden whammo! The lift arm broke clean off right where it was welded to the end. Startled me!
It is still a good lift arm. I will weld the end back on and you will never know it broke.
I had to use a slitting wheel on the angle grinder to cut the pin off.
 
I have the proper check chain kit on order. This is a work in progress and I appreciate the tips.
*also, just to clarify...I do not push anything with theis tractor. ..It is strictly used to pull a finish mower all summer, and occasional hay rides in the fall.
 
I bought a new one from F&F and have had no problems
with it. I do not use the tractor every day. For
extended use maybe a original would be better
 

I got a set of the cheap ones at Fleet Farm a couple of years ago to replace a set with really badly worn ball sockets. The next spring I hooked a rock with the 2 bottom plow and one arm bent. I don't and have not done any pushing with the 3 point, pull only. I'd go with good used.


Rick
 
GB's pix make sure you install the brackets at the pto with the chain bolt holes up. Sway bar holder chains are optional...
BTW check out his zaust tip down and out works great...

mvphoto10416.jpg
 
Hobo:
This is a great reference.....do you happen to know a part # for the exhaust tip...or the inside diameter? Any suggestions where to get one...is this a common automotive part?
 
(quoted from post at 09:59:20 08/25/14) Hobo:
This is a great reference.....do you happen to know a part # for the exhaust tip...or the inside diameter? Any suggestions where to get one...is this a common automotive part?
Click to expand...
b:c9c8c0b561][i:c9c8c0b561]

Firstly....thanks Hobo, for posting that pic.....I went looking for it in MY files, and couldn't find it....now I got it again!!! :lol:

Mike;
That is a 45deg. slip over that you can buy at any auto parts house (can't remember what ID it was)??
I suggest you measure the end..OD..of your tailpipe then buy accordingly. Attach., so it is through the rear pipe clamp, and use that clamp to tighten it up solid.
Aim the turn-out towards the bottom of the right tire. Exh. will then be caught on the tire tread and moved outward and upward!!!!

Gary[/i:c9c8c0b561][/b:c9c8c0b561]
 
While we are here..."if" I decide to replace the arms...is there a top and a bottom to each arm? It appears it is the same left and right...but is there any other orientation to watch for?
Mike
 
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