3-point on JD A (Saftey)

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Using light implements that are close to the rear wheel axle centerline are probably ok using common sense. But I can assure you using a model 813 or 810 three bottom plow would be over doing it badly. For both reasons because of the light front end and the lift capacity.

The 800 Series hitches are good hitches and can be used safely on the A, B, G, 50, 60 & 70 with moderation. However, JD only blessed them on the G and the early numbered series. The G never went to the pressed steel frame and the early numbered series had optional two piece front frame weights and then later three piece versions.

Quote: "I have put my 3-point hitch(800 series) on my 50 JD A. I know that John Deere did not recommend using this on the A but what implements would be safe to use with the 3-point" >>>

BB, about anything you feel safe driving around with the implement in the raised position. Obviously it the tractor front end bounces off the ground or you can�t turn then it shouldn�t be used..

~Other than the obvious weight on the rear concern & the limited lower hitch attachment point weakness those early tractors had a habit of blowing out the rockshaft cylinder base gasket if something heavy was used on a 3-point then a big bump or dip was hit with the weight in the lifted position.. The weight would bounce up then come down so fast the pressure would build faster than the relief valve could react so it would blow the gasket.

~I have been using 3-points on those old A�s for years & if due care & caution is used you won�t have problems. The actual weight limit is effected by how far the weight is positioned from the rear of the tractor so the farther it sticks out the rear the less weight it can handle..

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I leaving the Seattle, WA area early Monday morning and heading for NW Iowa. Could take it along if you are in that direction.

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