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Iris Heselschwe

03-22-1999 11:52:33




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We just bought a Ford 8N that has a 3 point hitch, but the top bar is missing (I assume it is used to steady the equipment) Maybe somebody can tell us how long that bar has to be, my Husband does some Blacksmithing so he would like to "do the bar" himself Thank you Iris




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Please Don't Use A Chain!

03-25-1999 10:08:39




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 Re: 3 point hitch in reply to Iris Heselschwerdt, 03-22-1999 11:52:33  
The top link also prevents implements from inverting upwards and getting on the operator. An example might be a Bush Hog hitting a stump & flipping up onto the operator.

Be Careful! Tractors have no conscience!

My Opinion.

Tommy D.



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Jack

03-24-1999 18:19:52




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 Re: 3 point hitch in reply to Iris Heselschwerdt, 03-22-1999 11:52:33  
Al and Ray are both right.the chain to me is the best toplink to use with a mower, however dont use a chain with any other plows as they can flip up to hurt you. splurge the 20 bucks



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Dick

03-22-1999 18:09:49




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 Re: 3 point hitch in reply to Iris Heselschwerdt, 03-22-1999 11:52:33  
Stanadard length is 25 inches, center to center, but real ones are double threaded and can adjust + or - several inches to accomodate adjustments, changes in angles of the attachments, etc. I regularly need to adjust lengths depending on the attachment. Just go to the tractor store and buy one for $20-25 or so. Use your time to build something more interesting. There is such a thing as false economy. Just my opinion.

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Al

03-22-1999 18:05:00




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 Re: 3 point hitch in reply to Iris Heselschwerdt, 03-22-1999 11:52:33  
You can purchase the top link at any farm supply store. They are threaded on both ends (like a turnbuckle) so you can adjust the length to accommodate different implements. These do not come with the tractor. Also, some people use a chain in lieu of the bar on a mower so it doesn't bind going over uneven terrain (such as a small drainage ditch).



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raytasch

03-22-1999 18:03:43




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 Re: 3 point hitch in reply to Iris Heselschwerdt, 03-22-1999 11:52:33  
Iris,
I think you are talking about the top link. Most of the links available are adjustable and the adjustment is used to change the attitude of the implement you have attached. If your husband is "bent" on building it I would think the best approach would be to visit a tractor supply store and look at one and then compare price to purchase to time and expenses to build one. I don't think you could build an adjustable top link for what you can purchase one. If you can determine that you do not need adjustment then figure out what attitude you want the attachment to "run", cut a piece of heavy steel and put holes in each end for the pins. BTW, the sponsors of this BB sell top links. They are not that expensive.
ray

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raytasch

03-22-1999 18:14:49




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 Re: Re: 3 point hitch in reply to raytasch, 03-22-1999 18:03:43  
IMHO, do NOT use a chain for a top link. The attached implement could flip up and "get" you.



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