B7800/B29xx Telescoping stabilizers

[N1ST]

I'm considering replacing my B7800 turnbuckles with the telescoping stabilizer ala B29xx. $145 for parts at TractorSmart.com. Someone that has done this or has the B29xx stock stabilizers - please comment on if there is any side-to-side play in them. Something that I like abouit the turnbuckles is that you can adjust them to have no play. Things I don't like is that they don't stay separated and can bind at the bracket when lifting the arms.

 

[peterc38]

I converted from turnbuckle style stabilizers to telescoping on my B7610 w/ parts from B2910. Although some have posted and claim to actually like the turnbuckles better, in my opinion, I'd do it again a thousand times over. Makes changing implements a whole lot easier. I have zero issues with side to side play.

 

[Dr. Bob]

I strongly second the opinion on the telescoping stabilizers being the best improvement in my B7800 that I have ever made. Implement changes are MUCH faster and easier on the back than when I had the turnbuckles. The change only took about an hour, with interruptions. I get minimal sway with these. I could probably get less if I was more exacting when attaching implements. It's the best $130 I have ever spent on the tractor!

 

[CaptPat]

I strongly second the opinion on the telescoping stabilizers being the best improvement in my B7800 that I have ever made. Implement changes are MUCH faster and easier on the back than when I had the turnbuckles. The change only took about an hour, with interruptions. I get minimal sway with these. I could probably get less if I was more exacting when attaching implements. It's the best $130 I have ever spent on the tractor!

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[N1ST]

Thanks for your opinions guys, and the nice picture.

 

[Sniggle]

$130?? I thought you needed to by the whole B2910 3-point hitch assembly and the cost was like $700.

What are the part numbers you need for the minimal turnbuckle to Telescoping arm change? I am very interested. Thanks

 

[N1ST]

$130?? I thought you needed to by the whole B2910 3-point hitch assembly and the cost was like $700.

What are the part numbers you need for the minimal turnbuckle to Telescoping arm change? I am very interested. Thanks

The parts cost $144.40

02174-50160 2 NUT, M16 0.71 $1.42
04011-50120 4 WASHER, PLAIN 0.13 $0.52
04015-60160 2 WASHER, PLAIN 0.32 $0.64
04512-60160 2 WASHER, SPRING 0.19 $0.38
05122-51235 2 PIN, JOINT 1.49 $2.98
05122-61245 2 PIN, JOINT 1.23 $2.46
05511-50425 4 PIN, SPLIT 0.13 $0.52
05515-61000 2 PIN, SNAP 0.45 $0.90
6C070-65310 2 BRACKET,STABILIZER 30.69 $61.38
6C070-65320 2 PIPE, STABILIZER 15.7 $31.40
6C070-65333 2 PLATE, STABILIZER 15.7 $31.40
6C070-65340 2 PIN,STABILIZER 2.6 $5.20
6C070-65350 2 BOLT, STABILIZER 2.6 $5.20

TractorSmart.com is your online source for Kubota online parts.
Phone 717-450-1250

 

[teg]

I was thinking of doing this to only ONE side and keeping the turnbuckle on the other side... anyone tried this?

 

[medicshawn]

Can someone clarify in the picture above that's the improved setup? I bought my 7800 used and apparently it's been upgraded.

 

[bpicard]

I converted from turnbuckle style stabilizers to telescoping on my B7610 w/ parts from B2910. Although some have posted and claim to actually like the turnbuckles better, in my opinion, I'd do it again a thousand times over. Makes changing implements a whole lot easier. I have zero issues with side to side play.

I'm interested in converting my L2350 to telescoping stabilizers and it looks like I could possibly make these work. Would you be able to give me the dimensions of the stabilizer--fully retracted and fully extended?

Thanks.