3 point advise

[styler]

Guys im a little new to using 3 point hitches and have a couple of questions. I hooked up my box blade to my l2501 .. all is good . But curiosity makes me want to know. The top link i have in the highest hole per every photo i find. . what changes when using the lower ones?
the lift arms are in the lower link holes closest to the tractor . what changes when moving them to the farther away holes? Thanks

 

[Caden]

the lift arms are in the lower link holes closest to the tractor

Think of it as a leverage point. The further away from the tractor, the more lifting power you get, but you loose travel/ lift distance on the arms. Inverse is true as you move closer to the tractor.


As for the top link, It is a similar deal.

On the top hole less lift power is required due to geometry.
Good for most implements and heavy lifting.

As you move lower it requires more effort to lift implement but it picks up the tail of the implement higher. Think something like a boom pole.

It is all adjustable based on your assessment of the situation and job at hand.

 

[Bee-Positive]

Page 41 of the Operators Manual found HERE.
Also download the workshop manual (WSM) while you're there.

 

[Kennyd4110]

I'm a JD guy, no secret there, but on the JD's the middle hole seems to be the most used.

 

[styler]

Thanks guys .

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I'm a JD guy, no secret there, but on the JD's the middle hole seems to be the most used.

We forgive you for that!

 

[styler]

Page 41 of the Operators Manual found HERE.
Also download the workshop manual (WSM) while you're there.

according to that page i use lower hole then ? for box blade?

 

[Bee-Positive]

according to that page i use lower hole then ? for box blade?

That's what I'd start with. Try it and see then maybe try #2 and see if it makes a difference depending on soil type and how it's working for your specific situation.

There's nothing that says you can't try different settings. Just have fun because you're in the seat out and about getting things done.

 

[PHPaul]

On the subject of box blades:

If you shorten the top link (using the threaded eye on the end) it tips the box forward and causes it to cut more.

If you lengthen the top link, it tips the box back and it will grade/drag rather than cut.

Neutral (box level fore-and-aft) is good for carrying dirt from high spots to low spots.

Those adjustments are probably the best reason to invest in an hydraulic top link if you do much box work. I know it simplified my life!

 

[styler]

Thanks guys its making more sense now. ill just have to play around with it. im learning.

 

[Bee-Positive]

I agree with PHPaul
Adjusting the top link with have more of an effect on how well it works than which hole it's mounted to.