Need a 3-pt Hitch for the BX25

savaytse66 · Apr 14, 2014

I've had my BX25 for 4 years now without the need for a 3 point hitch. But now I am thinking about some rear implements, so I plan to pick one up soon. So my question is this: do I need to buy the Kubota OEM 3 point hitch, or are there aftermarket ones that would serve me better (more features, easier to use, etc)? I plan to use some sort of box scraper or pulverizer to do some leveling and grading around the house and in the pasture, and I may add a tiller at some point down the road.

SLIMSHADIE · Apr 15, 2014

I bought OEM, only $200, from dealer. Replaced cotter pins with clips, easy on/off. Hated the turn buckles, replaced with Stabilworks stabilizers. Adjusting the arms for the different implements in seconds instead of minutes. The stabilizers keep the arms from clanking/swinging around to. Next is a quick hitch to pick up the implements easily. Not to open a can of worms here, different opinions. I opted for Pats quick hitch due to my implements are different widths.

Code54 · Apr 15, 2014

Can you post a link to those arms? I didn't see them and they sound like the cats meow!!!

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farmeratheart · Apr 15, 2014

From Google ... (sorry the picture didn't copy in ...)

StabilWorks

Custom Stabilizers for Compact Tractors

Mark Hodge - Home:540-942-3210 - Cell:540-241-1782 - markhdg@gmail.com

Telescoping, pin-adjustable stabilizers to replace the original turnbuckle-style stabilizers

Old Turnbuckle Stabilizers

New Telescoping Stabilizers

The tractor above, a Kubota B7100, originally came with turnbuckles. It can take 4 or 5 minutes to loosen the locknut and adjust the stabilizers.

The same tractor, with telescoping stabilizers custom made and installed. Instead of taking 5 minutes to adjust, it takes less than 20 seconds.

Many old and new tractors came with turnbuckle or chain stabilizers. These are slow, awkward, and sometimes difficult or impossible to adjust. They rust, strip threads, or break. They also only hold when the load pulls on the stabilizer - the opposite side does nothing to stabilize the implement. When using telescoping stabilizers, it only takes seconds to adjust or remove the implement, there are no threads to strip or rust, and both stabilizers hold the load, due to the rigid mount.

My name is Mark Hodge. I purchased a used Kubota B7100, and one of the few things that I wanted to change were the turnbuckles. I did not like how long it took to change an implement, or the fact that I had to keep a wrench to tighten the locknut. I searched on the internet for telescoping stabilizers, but couldn't find any. So, I built a set for myself. I revised the design as I used them on my tractor, and eventually came up with a basic design that could be easily adapted to fit other tractors. I build two sizes, because of the physical limitations of some tractors, as well as the need for stronger stabilizers on larger tractors. So, I typically build a small set for tractors up to around 20 horsepower, and a large set for tractors from 20 horsepower up to 35 horsepower.

Call or email me with your type and model of tractor, and we can discuss your needs and prices. I am not a high production operation, but a custom, one set at-a-time operation. It can take a couple of days to a couple of weeks to deliver your order, depending on your demand. - I can ship to all 50 states for a very fair shipping rate. No international sales.

StabilWorks - Home:540-942-3210 - Cell:540-241-1782 - markhdg@gmail.com - Mark Hodge

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Good Luck.

Frank

Gator6x4 · Apr 15, 2014

savaytse66 said:
I've had my BX25 for 4 years now without the need for a 3 point hitch. But now I am thinking about some rear implements, so I plan to pick one up soon. So my question is this: do I need to buy the Kubota OEM 3 point hitch, or are there aftermarket ones that would serve me better (more features, easier to use, etc)? I plan to use some sort of box scraper or pulverizer to do some leveling and grading around the house and in the pasture, and I may add a tiller at some point down the road.

I thought the three point hitch came with the BX25. Did Kubota stop including?