l2501 and implement height?

Dutch64

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Here comes a Nick the new guy question so fasten them seat belts...... I have a L2501 and I just purchased a Hardee 1060 rotary cutter. I set it up level side to side and front to back at 3 inches, but when I lift my 3 point all the way (8), to travel it doesn't come very high off the ground at all. :oops: #helpaknuckleheadout
 

jimh406

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You can try the bottom top link hole if it isn’t already there. You can also pick up a tiny bit by using the top hole in the bottom link adjuster and the nonadjustable one on the other side.
 

Russell King

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The mower may have a part that allows the mower to float over the terrain but makes it difficult to pick up the rear end of the mower.

If you do need to raise the mower off the ground you will have to shorten the top link and move it to the bottom hole on the tractor. You may have to move the mower end to different hole at the mower end also.

For most situations of mowing you want the mower to pivot on the lower arms and the top link could almost be left off.

The implement operating manual should cover all of this in detail. It is probably available online if you don’t have it.
 
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Roadworthy

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Play with your adjustments a bit. The top link adjustment is important in setting the angle at which the mower sits at mowing height but also how high the rear will be raised when traveling.
 

Dutch64

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Thanks everyone, I moved to the bottom hole and adjusted the top link to get the extra clearance I needed. I didn't realize the Hardee 1060 was such a beast.
 
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