jd 5220 lift arm ball

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rfhjr

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Salisbury NC
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John Deere 5220
I was writing to ask how to go about replacing a John Deere 5220 category II lift arm ball which has been lost. I know on some tractors these are held in with a pin but this one looks like there are welds on the lift arm. In looking online there are just the balls listed, weld on ball joint and a weld on ball with lift arm. I did not know which one should be used and if it is welded is it a matter of grinding the weld to put in the replacement. Thank you
 
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I agree with JD5210 as it appears the draft link balls are replaceable/interchangeable Cat l or Cat ll
 
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I am unsure about your model but I have welded on several on other tractors. Just measure back from center, cut and weld. I prep the new piece with a bevel leaving about 3/16" landing, then cut and grind lift arm. I use 7018 3/32". But if a new can popped in that puppy that's easier!!!!
 
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Had one that was drilled for Cat 1 on one side and Cat 2 on the other side....same ball. Had ball split and fail. Wound up taking a PortaBand saw and cut "lip" off around ball. Bought a new Cat 2 ball, replaced it and welded "lip" back to arm. Seemed to work fine with no issues during the rest of my ownership. Total investment less than $50.
 
 
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