Need some quick advice, IMatch Hitch Deal

[jenkinsph]

Now that you have the IMatch with the fixed top hook let me say that it ain't quick if you have to adjust the top hook. Simply put make everything work for the IMatch which is 15" above the centerline of the lower pins. I change out implements frequently and have multiple IMatch's and everything works together flawlessly.

 

[kennyd]

Now that you have the IMatch with the fixed top hook let me say that it ain't quick if you have to adjust the top hook. Simply put make everything work for the IMatch which is 15" above the centerline of the lower pins. I change out implements frequently and have multiple IMatch's and everything works together flawlessly.

My thoughts exactly.

Papa, you can order bushing sets cheap here: QUICK HITCH ADAPTER KIT CAT 1-3

 

[RoyJackson]

Now that you have the IMatch with the fixed top hook let me say that it ain't quick if you have to adjust the top hook. Simply put make everything work for the IMatch which is 15" above the centerline of the lower pins. I change out implements frequently and have multiple IMatch's and everything works together flawlessly.

"Quick" is a relative term.
That QH will reduce the time and aggravation of hooking up any implement (assuming the implement is QH compatible or has been modified to be compatible).
As far as adjusting the top link...even with my iMatch Frontier mower, I have to lengthen or shorten the top link for mowing or transporting.

Since rigging a QH to the tractor's 3PH is a bit of work in itself, switching from one to another seems like it would be more work, not less. Or, am I reading your post (bolded sentence) wrong? Or, should you clarify what you wrote?

 

[PapaPerk]

My thoughts exactly.

Papa, you can order bushing sets cheap here: QUICK HITCH ADAPTER KIT CAT 1-3

That's an awesome price! Have you ordered from this company?

 

[PapaPerk]

Now that you have the IMatch with the fixed top hook let me say that it ain't quick if you have to adjust the top hook. Simply put make everything work for the IMatch which is 15" above the centerline of the lower pins. I change out implements frequently and have multiple IMatch's and everything works together flawlessly.

Yes I agree... what's the point of quick hitches if I have to move the top hook! :confused2:

So... if my stuff doesn't line up I will have to modify it. I just hope at least something lines up without cutting! :laughing:

 

[kennyd]

That's an awesome price! Have you ordered from this company?

I have not since I've not needed any, but I know others on this forum and on the John Deere forum that have.

 

[GreatWhitehunter]

That's what the Imatch cost's new. The bushings are a steal at that price.

Matt

 

[PapaPerk]

That's what the Imatch cost's new. The bushings are a steal at that price.

Matt

What's the price for new? New price is around $330.00 for an IMatch. LandPride quick hitch is a whopping $463!

 

[jenkinsph]

"Quick" is a relative term.
That QH will reduce the time and aggravation of hooking up any implement (assuming the implement is QH compatible or has been modified to be compatible).
As far as adjusting the top link...even with my iMatch Frontier mower, I have to lengthen or shorten the top link for mowing or transporting.

Since rigging a QH to the tractor's 3PH is a bit of work in itself, switching from one to another seems like it would be more work, not less. Or, am I reading your post (bolded sentence) wrong? Or, should you clarify what you wrote?

Roy,
Reread my post and notice I said "top hook" not top link.
What I meant is all the implements are setup for IMatch and the 4520, 820 and x749 all have an IMatch on them. Allows me to mix and match without issues. I have hydraulic topntilt for the 110 and 4520 currently and plan on adding the hydraulic top link to the 820 and x749 this fall when I get a breather.

I should correct this to say the 31B 3PH PHD and my boxblade BB1284 are not IMatch ready. I plan on reworking the boxblade this fall too.

 

[PapaPerk]

Here it is! :thumbsup:

The Green really clashes with my Orange! :laughing:

Fits very well and looks like it's gonna work with all my implements... except the trailer mover. :licking:

The trailer mover is too wide at the bottom.... really strange. Will require major surgery to make it work... I may just sell it. I really like it though.

So the next step is to add mods to the QH like chain boxes and stuff... also a 2" receiver! :thumbsup: Then it will go to paint... Kubota gray!

I've seen some nice mods on this site. Time to start collecting some pics!