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Jim Polanosky

04-22-2003 07:21:19




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After using my TO-30 for a while (and waiting for my manuals to be delivered), I've got some questions that members of the forum I'm sure can answer!

1. RE: 3PH - Stabilizer bars - I've seen pix of tractors using (2) bars; mine only has (1). What's the advantage, if any, of using (2)?

2. RE: 3PH - Lift Arm Levelers - same type of question - I've seen pix of implements using (1) non-adjustable & (1) adjustable link. Mine has (2) adjustables. Any benefits to using (2)?

3. RE: Rear Tires - existing (worn) tires are 11.2-28. Is there a benefit to install 13.8-28 tires on the standard rims? Clearance problems? I'm thinking it could help traction (plus it would look cool with fatter tires!!)

I really enjoy this forum, and have learned a lot from it so far. Maybe one day I'll be able to be an experienced 'contributing' member!! Thanks!

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Jim Polanosky

04-23-2003 05:32:06




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
Thanks to all for the information! There sure is a wealth of information out there!!



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Jim Polanosky

04-23-2003 05:31:48




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
Thanks to all for the information! There sure is a wealth of information out there!!



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Jim W

04-23-2003 05:21:52




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
Re # 3, at least on the 20s you can rearrange the rims to widen the track on 4" intervals; this would solve any clearance problems. Take a look at yours or someone here will know if this is true for the TO30s as well.
Jim W.



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Herb/pa

04-23-2003 05:10:13




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
Some of these answers depend on what you're doing with it. I have a 5 ft bush-hog and an 8 ft plow on mine. I use a stabilizer kit with 2 bars mounted under axles. It keeps the mower from flopping side to side. If you're using it like this, I recommend an over-running coupler for the pto. For snow-plowing you'll need chains and maybe weight box. If you're finish mowing you might want turf tires. As stated before, be careful these small tractors are not toys. Loose clothing can get caught on the spinning parts.

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James, UK

04-23-2003 03:01:55




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
I can only add to the levelling box question as the others have covered the rest off.

The levelling box is 'stronger' in compression than the straight lift link.

E.G. I have an old ditcher for my TE, and the straight link (opposite the ditching arm) is liable to bend when ditching forces are applied. One solution is to weld a strengthening bit of angle iron to brace it.

The other (more expensive) option, is to replace that straight bar with another levelling box type link.

My feeling is that someone may have needed to strengthen the lifting mechanism, and make it stronger against lifting/lateral forces.

Lastly, there is no such thing as a dumb question when it comes to tractors - they may be old, and underpowered by today's standards, but they can still kill you or maim you if you aren't careful.

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Paul (WI)

04-22-2003 20:36:59




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
I have 13.8x28 tires on my TO-20. They look good on the tractor, but the reason that I have them is the price. $50 for the pair. They have about 1/2 of the tread left. They make the tractor look meaner, but there are a couple of things that I don't like about them. They sit closer to the fenders, the gear ratio is changed and it looks like the front end is lower than the rear.



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Jeff OH

04-22-2003 14:07:57




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
1) You should use 2 stabaliser bars. These bare work best in tension. (pulling on it) if you only have one and the implement swings to that side then the bar must resist the force in compression. Being a long skinny bar it will most likely buckle and perminantly bend in the middle. (example take a playing card on end an push on it it will fold very easily. while it has good holding properties when you pull on it.)
Cost of bars is about $7.00

2)you only really need one adjustable leveler arm.
this just sets length difference between the arms allowing for implement angles. 2 will not hurt though.

3) can't really help here.

Hope this helps.

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Phil (VA)

04-22-2003 11:06:35




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 Re: Newbie Dumb Questions in reply to Jim Polanosky, 04-22-2003 07:21:19  
1. One stabilizer bar is usually enough as it will keep the implement from moving side to side very much. However, if you are using a back blade and expect to push anything while in reverse, two stabilizer bars is much better.
2. The lift arm adjustment is merely relative to each other. i.e., you can use the lift itself to get height, all you want to do with the adjustment is make one side higher or lower than the other for various reasons, such as pulling a ditch with the blade or plowing. You only need one adjustment arm. If you find a good solid arm at reasonable price, you might consider replacing your left adjustment arm and saving it for a "rainy" day.
3. Wider tires might not mire into lawn as much as narrower ones. However, first five letters of tractor are same as "traction" which is the name of the game, and best thing to add traction is to add fluid to the tires (if you don't have fluid already, or wheel weights). Width might help a little, but weight helps a lot.

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