jenkinsph
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I have the IMatch setup on my mower and tractors works great. Wouldn't want anything else I can change the implements at a moments notice by myself.
3 Point Attachment Switching not enjoying.
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texasjohn
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This topic has been discussed in many threads...use search to find the threads... suggest you start with the PAT's system thread....I have those, love them. May need longer top link with them.
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Noodlez914
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Reason you prefer Pat's? I have looked at Pat's after you guys talking about them. Doesn't the extra step of getting off and connecting your top link kind of defeat the purpose as opposed to backing up and just lifting the 3pt? I understand your eliminating 2 connections that you usually have to wrestle with. Would love to hear why Pats seems to be the preferred.
RoyJackson
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The top link is easy to hook up. It's those lower links that can be a bear.
Also, if the implements are not modified to fit the QH, the QH has to be removed from the tractor's 3PH (a 3 handed operation) before hooking up the implement.
If one has the tools and skills to modify implements, the quick hitch is easier...but you still have to get off to connect the PTO (if a powered implement). BTW, using either Pat's or a QH may require a longer PTO drive shaft or an extention.
I have the skills, but no longer have access to the tools (and I can't get near a weldig machine since I have a pacemaker) so I'd have to have the work done.
gwdixon
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Go with the Pat's - especially if your attachments are not EXACTLY the dimensions that fit a box frame type of quick hitch (Harbor Freight, Tractor Supply, etc.) Far less cursing.
And to your original question. Yes, hooking up is a pain unless you have extendable balls on the end of telescoping lift arms.
And to your original question. Yes, hooking up is a pain unless you have extendable balls on the end of telescoping lift arms.
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How does the I-match work with the T-N-T system?
kootch88
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Noodles, I have the same problem with changing implements out so I bought Pat's Quick Hitch and love it!! It is so easy to switch out even I can do it from my wheelchair. Back up, lift until the pins lock and set the upper arm in place. 2 minutes a change. See below.
Pat'S Quick Hitch Cat 1, Stabilizer Bar Included
When I bought my place there were were some t fence posts. I use one for leverage whenever I hook up my rototiller. Wish I had a garage to store this stuff in, as my shed only fiat the tractor and loader. Ah well, one of those projects to come later!
k0ua
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One little caveat about the Pats or a QH is the fact that the implement is a little further out back, and an implements PTO shaft if it was cut kinda short to begin with will be about 4 inches shorter still with the Pats or a QH. Might not be a problem at all, but something to think about. The Carters do not extend your length, but since they sit on top of the lower link arms they do raise your implement a bit. Not usually a problem, but something to keep in mind. I don't know what kind of tractor you have, but you could look into getting telescoping lower links and stabilizers, usually from a higher end model with the same approximate size.. Not usually a cheap option, but an option nevertheless.
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kootch88
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James, I had that problem with my shaft being a bit too short for comfort so I added a 4" adapter from Agrisupply.com for about 20 bucks, and all is well in the world now.
