3-Point Hitch Is there an easier way to attach equipment?

[Rosedalegarden]

It has an pull up knob on the fender along with the cruise control both factory installed along with the 305 loader, I've tried both ways, no luck. I have a 4 ft Taylor tiller & a 5 ft Big Bee mower. Thanks for all the suggestions. I really like my popping johnnie other than this one issue. Mary

 

[grsthegreat]

You can also add a Overrunning clutch. These spin freely in one direction whether or not the PTO will turn by itself.

Amazon.com: PTO OVER RUNNING CLUTCH 1-3/8 - 1-3/8"": Automotive

 

[DK35vince]

You can also add a Overrunning clutch. These spin freely in one direction whether or not the PTO will turn by itself.

Amazon.com: PTO OVER RUNNING CLUTCH 1-3/8 - 1-3/8"": Automotive

Thats what I used for mine. Made it much easier to attach the drive shafts on my tiller and mowers.

 

[Rosedalegarden]

I think that will work just fine. Now I know what it looks like when I stop at Tractor Supply. Some one earlier said that they also have them. Some of the young guys there never been on a tractor. Thanks a lot.

 

[grsthegreat]

I think that will work just fine. Now I know what it looks like when I stop at Tractor Supply. Some one earlier said that they also have them. Some of the young guys there never been on a tractor. Thanks a lot.

NO Problem. If you get one, get the type hatc click into place by pulling back the sleeve. Some of them require a pin to be drilled into it...skip that kind. Mine hooks on and off in seconds.

 

[Glen Watkins]

You can also add a Overrunning clutch. These spin freely in one direction whether or not the PTO will turn by itself.

Amazon.com: PTO OVER RUNNING CLUTCH 1-3/8 - 1-3/8"": Automotive

If she was to install this would the shaft need to be shortened?

 

[Rosedalegarden]

OK will do, easier the better, thanks all. Mary

 

[grsthegreat]

If she was to install this would the shaft need to be shortened?

It adds 6" overall to the length. Most shafts can shrink down without cutting. I personally HATE to have to cut a shaft.

 

[Rosedalegarden]

The quick hitch adds about that much extra length, so I don't think I'll have to do any cutting. I found I have to raise the mower a little because of the extra length so I can get it on the PTO. My neighbor and worked for over an hour on trying to hitch it up the first time. I stepped back and looked at the angle & when we raised it, it was easier getting on.

Now that you helped me solve that problem, I dug up an old part off of something, looks like a step on on a wagon or some other equipment. I have a couple of pictures posted on Grit.com blogs
Hummingbird Migration, Daylily Photos and a Mystery Tool

 

[beenthere]

If me, I would try turning the key on (do not start) and engage the PTO. Then see if that releases the PTO brake on the shaft.