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STABILIZER ARMS FOR TO-30

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guyeli

07-23-2006 13:20:33

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Recently purchased a 5 ft rotary cutter and am in need of knowledge regarding stabilizer arms.Do I simply need one or should I have two?? Does it matter how long they are for my TO-30 or do they come in a standard size??? Can I use the same ones as a Ford N tractor ?? Should I get adjustable arms or stay with the static length models ??? Any insight will be much appreciated.

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gshadel

07-24-2006 15:20:56

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Re: STABILIZER ARMS FOR TO-30 in reply to guyeli, 07-23-2006 13:20:33

The other guys hit this one pretty good, I wasn't really going to reply, but... I'm here, so here it is...
The TO uses the exact same 3Pt components as the N. I buy the 'el cheapo stabilizers at TSC, for ~$8-10 or something like that. They are listed as "Ford N stabilizers". I've bent a couple of them when used solo, I've learned my lesson and use them in pairs now (as they were intended anyway).

I've seen adjustable stabilizers, they cost A LOT more. You don't need them if your brackets are installed properly under the axle, as one of the other guys said. And like the other guys said, if you kick your implement to get it centered (lift the implement a couple inches off the ground first so you don't break your foot) the other stay should go right on the end of the hitch pin.

I recommend using both stabilizers for a heavy'ol 5' cutter, especially if you have any hills, or run on a grade where the mower may shift from side to side.

Don't forget your over-run coupling, watch out for stumps, keep your radiator clean of debris, and HAVE FUN!

George

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Boss Hog

07-24-2006 04:57:45

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Re: STABILIZER ARMS FOR TO-30 in reply to guyeli, 07-23-2006 13:20:33

I only use one bar when I'm doing light work like mowing. I use 2 bars for heavier work like moving dirt with a blade.

There are 2 different lengths of flat bars. I think they're 31" and 33", but I'm going from memory. Your TO-30 should have the shorter ones.

The adjustable length bars I've tried won't work. I bought a couple that were designed for an MF65, and they're too short. The size of the hole is also smaller.

There may be other adjustable sway bars out there that will work, but I haven't seen 'em.

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Jerry/MT

07-23-2006 14:26:14

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Re: STABILIZER ARMS FOR TO-30 in reply to guyeli, 07-23-2006 13:20:33

I believe that the same fixed length stabilizer bars are used on the N series Ford's and the TO-20, -30. The fixed length one are simple and cheap and I don't know what you do that would require you to vary the length, but I'm sure someone will have a reason. I am talking about the stabilizers that run from a bracket on the axle housing to the end fitting on the lower arms. I have never seen any that were variable in length.

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John (UK)

07-23-2006 14:21:48

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Re: STABILIZER ARMS FOR TO-30 in reply to guyeli, 07-23-2006 13:20:33

You need two stabiliser bars for a heavy rotary mower, using one and it will bend. Most jobs you can use the standard flat bars and they are a lot cheaper. They should be same as a 9N but ones for the Ferguson are readily available anyway. When you fit them do make sure that you fit them correctly, the pivot pin for the bottom end should be directly opposite the lower link pivot pin or it will bend the bar. Fit the brackets loosely to the tractor at first and then fit the stabiliser bars. when you have fitted the implement push it from side to side until the brackets centralise themselves and then you can tighten them up when the implement is directly in the middle of the tractor.

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