B7800 Wheel Spacers

[cinckid]

I have solved the problem of working on hillsides with my B7800. I had a machinist make a set of wheel spacers that extend each side of the rear axle 3 inches and it really improves the stability of the tractor. If anyone needs to add them to a B7800, B3030, B2910 tractor I can get them for you. I have discussed the use of the spacers with 3 local Kubota dealers and the salesmen have told me that the tractor will operate just fine with the extra 3 inches.

 

[cinckid]

Here are some pics of the spacers.

 

[GordNovo]

God those are nice! I'd love to get something like that for my new 2520. It's more stable in the ditch compared to my old 2305 but the pucker factor is still there!

Did you spend a lot of money getting those made?

Gord

 

[alchemysa]

I'd love to get something like that for my new 2520.

Gord

See this thread and the 'unverferth' site for wheel extensions. they may have something for you. '

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...-axle-extensions.html?highlight=stability+kit

Unverferth Wheel Hub Extensions

 

[rural2]

Thanks for the Unverferth link and especially the pics. Are those made from solid round stock? Wheel weights and extensions at the same time Curious about the cost also??? Looks good!
I was thinking about front extensions only since total width is an issue around here w/all the trees??? Now you got me wondering...

 

[cinckid]

Add Pics.

 

[cinckid]

Cost of the extensions were expensive - $250 each. That included the bolts for the extensions. The nice part is they can be removed to return the tractor to original condition. The Unverferth site did not have spacers to fit my tractor. I also foam filled all the tires, front and rear, which also helps with stability and prevents flats. You can run over anything, nails, thorns etc.

 

[jd2320]

This doesn't put to much stress on the rear axles or rear end with all the weight out on the ends like that??

 

[crbr]

Cost of the extensions were expensive - $250 each. That included the bolts for the extensions.

That answers my question.

Indeed a very nice looking piece of machined work. That's actually not a bad price for the spacer, all considered.

Thank You...

:tiphat:

 

[Northland]

That looks like a real good idea. I think I need those on my B7800 as I have 20 acres of hilly maple forest. Can you get them for the front wheels as well at $250 each?