3-Point Hitch 3pt Hitch Side to Side Sway Tolerance?

[JerryG]

Thanks for all your input. My wife went into labor so I couldn't get back with everyone right away (baby boy and healthy) Back to the tractor...

Back to the Hospital I go...

Thanks, Brent

In my book, that's a pretty good reason not to get back to a thread. Congratulation Dad on the new baby boy.

 

[VABlue]

I suppose its a decent excuse...

Congrats on the tot! When you get him home, get his butt on that tractor and have him grade out that driveway. Kids learn quicker than adults, and he'll eventually take over all of your toys anyway. So you might as well start now!

 

[kwolfe]

Congradulations!


Now back to the important stuff Mine is a Farm Force also. They are identical to the KK XB models. They are not technically Cat0. They have Cat1 pins, however the profile is lower to allow more lift height. The new subcuts have a higher 3pt hitch geometry which has overcome this problem. Your 2305 should be able to handle the reguler KK box blade (they are yellow at TSC). I would consider returning yours if you can. You will actually save a buck or two.

Good luck with everything.

 

[BrentP]

Thanks everyone! Hopefully I can get back to TSC before the weekend. I already loaded the BB in the back of my truck. My wife and the little one won't be back home until Friday morning. His walls in the bedroom are painted green & yellow

 

[VABlue]

Before taking the BB back, it might be worth a call to your dealer about the collars. If nothing else, it may save you a trip?

 

[BrentP]

I stopped in at the JD Dealer, and my collars are installed like the other 2305's. I also looked at the rear view picture on the 2305 brochure, and you can tell they are facing the same direction as mine.

I went to three different TSC's today to return the BB, and they all have 5' lengths stock. I would have to special order the 4' category 1 from King Kutter (not the XB version). One guy at TSC seemed to think I could handle the 5' blade no problem with my CUT, and he showed me the spec's from the chart. The BB I am returning is confirmed a cat0 and weighs 300lbs. The 4' cat1 that would have to be ordered weighs 350lbs. The 5' that he was trying to sell me weighs 415lbs. We are talking 65 lbs difference in weight. My spec on the 2305 says the lift capacity 24" behind the link arms is 681lbs.

The sales guy was convincing, and the 5' model does have one extra ripper shank (5 total), but I did not want to make another decision on the spot and have to go through another return.

What do you guys think, 4' order and wait, or 5' now? Anyone use a 5' on a 2305?

 

[roermo]

Congrats on the baby boy. Make sure you get a green cap for him.

I have a 4110 and when I first used a rear blade and I had a bit of sway. Over a day of work with it lose it striped the thread on the turn buckle. I took it back to the dealer and he helped me out, under warrnity, Good thing it would of cost over 150 dollars (I think to replace the hook up , turn buckle)

Keep it snug, and make sure the box blade is centered.

Roger

Ps love the baby and wife 1st then the tractor.

 

[kennyd]

I would wait for the 4'er. I think pulling a full 5' BB may be a little much for the 2305.

 

[VABlue]

That's it, pulling is what you need to worry about, not lifting. Cutting 5' of ground a few inches deep might be a struggle, especially with turf tires. Then again, ask TSC if you can bring back the 5' BB if you can't pull it. A free trial!

Its interesting that all of the tractors and pics you looked at have the collars opposite of how mine is setup. Yet, I can tighten up implements and you cannot! What does it all mean???

 

[Reg]

I think 4 inches is {folk lore} standard for ground engaging equipment; plows, harrows, etc so they can follow hard spots but not TOO much.
Little or none for carried attachments (mowers, etc.)