Lower Links 1978 L295DT

[rekerkayak]

Hi Guys,

My tractor came with a hoe on the back instead of the 3pt. Now that the hoe is removed I been trying to get the right 3 pt configuration. I have the right check chains, but have managed to break both cheap Chinese lower links one at a time by grading in reverse. One strong little tractor! Now I am trying to find OEM lower links without much luck.

Does anyone have a set they might sell?? AND/OR can anyone tell me the actual length of the lower link on a 1978 L295DT tractor??

Thanks,
Dave in Missouri
rekerkayak@hotmail.com

 

[Russell King]

West Kentucky tractor parts may have a used set.

Can't help with the dimensions.

You may be able to order them from the Kubota dealer if you have the money!

 

[rekerkayak]

Thanks Russell, but West Kentucky cost was pretty high! Hope I can do better.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Your going to pay a lot more for Kubota three point links than Chinese knockoffs, but you'll only have to buy them once!

 

[rekerkayak]

Thanks Wolf and yup, think I am about to reach that conclusion as well.

 

[Stubbyie]

My bet is that nothing but OEM will function properly. You might get by with an aftermarket 'fits all' but I suspect you'll find it isn't correct in fit or function. OEM has bends kinks quirks angles where aftermarket will probably rub something, drag, be too long, too short, generally incorrect geometry for the entire 3-point lash-up.

An entire assembly from Kubota could easily be in the $1,500 - $2,000 range. Worth it for functionality and added resale value.

You can probably cut corners with OEM by obtaining only the lower lift arms and perhaps the lift links from Kubota. Nuts bolts pins assorted hardware you can find locally. Use a top link from Tractor Supply or similar and paint it orange.

Please post back your ultimate diagnosis and resolution along with continuing experiences so we may all learn.

 

[rekerkayak]

The WKTP links were re-pops. I was able to find OEM at a decent price from:

Ty Raschein
Farmland Tractor Supply
32427 Old Hwy 34
Tangent Or 97389
1-877-928-1646
Fax 541-928-3741
Farmlandtractor.com

Thanks Gents, case closed!