HydrauLink- a self-contained air over hydraulic top link

[MtnViewRanch]

Not sure where you guys are getting your hydraulic top links, but CCM has them for $185 and a hose kit with couplers for $45,:thumbsup: and Dalton has std hydraulic top links for $150.

My feeling on the HydrauLink is that it has been put in front of us in the wrong manor. I don't think that it is a replacement for a hydraulic top link. It is another top link option that has other features than what the std type top links have.

 

[sodamo]

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My feeling on the HydrauLink is that it has been put in front of us in the wrong manor. I don't think that it is a replacement for a hydraulic top link. It is another top link option that has other features than what the std type top links have.

I tend to agree, but it sure appears that is the marketing focus: "HydrauLink
No pumps. No hoses. A self contained hydraulic top-link." Even the AgriSupply ad is so biased.

Either they expect to market to clients that don't know the difference or won't care. The price will also dictate comparison.

Just to be honest - my screw type is also installed without tools, takes less than 4 minutes, and as I only have one, is easily transferrable.

I do find the concept intriguing and would consider it a replacement for my screw type, but not a a cost comparable to a true hydraulic toplink.

 

[westbrooklawn]

What is the fully extended length? With Pat's easy hitch, I need to run a 32" toplink. The ad mentions 19" to 23" center pin length... this is way too short and only gives a 4" adjustment?

 

[HydrauLink]

Not sure where you guys are getting your hydraulic top links, but CCM has them for $185 and a hose kit with couplers for $45,:thumbsup: and Dalton has std hydraulic top links for $150.

My feeling on the HydrauLink is that it has been put in front of us in the wrong manor. I don't think that it is a replacement for a hydraulic top link. It is another top link option that has other features than what the std type top links have.

Exactly... it is a competing design that offers features unlike the others. Even the second line of our website agrees with you, "HydrauLink is not a hydraulic ram at least not in the traditional sense."

As for the pricing, it was like I was saying yesterday. HydrauLink is currently built in the US by an ISO certified manufacturer. We felt it our duty to make every effort to support US jobs by building them here if at all possible. When we found a great established manufacturer who could build them at a competetive price, we were thrilled. They use the best seals... the best valves... and the best steel. Sure, we could've used cheaper materials and gone outside the US but we wanted to give US manufacturers first shot... they deserve it.

All that aside, HydrauLink is a powerful tool that gives so much more than users are accustomed to... smoother ride... ease of use.... adaptability... quality results... and easy adjustments. It is unlike anything you've used before.

 

[HydrauLink]

Begs the next question...what is the warranty? For life? The screw-type being the competition here.
Seals will go, and need to be replaced and the fluid/air added back. Is this going to be a DIY job? Like tear it down like a hydraulic cylinder, put in new seals, and put it back together with fluid/air in the correct proportions?
I am getting the picture that it is not possible. So, without a life-time warranty, what say you?
Sorry, don't mean to hassle, but these questions come up with this product.

Answering questions is no hassle. I'm glad to do it. You actually bring up a good question. No company offers a lifetime warranty on their product but our manufacturer does give us a one (1) year warranty against defect. So, we've got your back. As for a DIY refill... you gave me an idea yesterday. We need to make a DIY instructional video for future use to help users do that very thing should they need to. Thanks!

 

[HydrauLink]

What is the fully extended length? With Pat's easy hitch, I need to run a 32" toplink. The ad mentions 19" to 23" center pin length... this is way too short and only gives a 4" adjustment?

Sounds like you may be using a category 2 tractor... is that right?

 

[HydrauLink]

I tend to agree, but it sure appears that is the marketing focus: "HydrauLink
No pumps. No hoses. A self contained hydraulic top-link." Even the AgriSupply ad is so biased.

Either they expect to market to clients that don't know the difference or won't care. The price will also dictate comparison.

Just to be honest - my screw type is also installed without tools, takes less than 4 minutes, and as I only have one, is easily transferrable.

I do find the concept intriguing and would consider it a replacement for my screw type, but not a a cost comparable to a true hydraulic toplink.

I'm sorry we've given you such an impression but it sounds like you are only reading the ads and there are only so many words we can put in a small space. Please read our website, we are very upfront about our product, how it works, what you can expect and the many benefits it offers.

HydrauLink offers benefits far and above those of a typical screwjack... take a look. You might be surprised.

Take a few minutes to read HydrauLink - a self-contained air over hydraulic top link AND Information .

We've even put up a FAQ page to get into some of the more common questions put to us in recent months. Frequently Asked Questions

 

[HydrauLink]

To install HydrauLink...

http://hydraulink.net/images/HydrauLink_Instructions.pdf

 

[eternalwolf777]

I tend to agree, but it sure appears that is the marketing focus: "HydrauLink
No pumps. No hoses. A self contained hydraulic top-link." Even the AgriSupply ad is so biased.

Either they expect to market to clients that don't know the difference or won't care. The price will also dictate comparison.

Just to be honest - my screw type is also installed without tools, takes less than 4 minutes, and as I only have one, is easily transferrable.

I do find the concept intriguing and would consider it a replacement for my screw type, but not a a cost comparable to a true hydraulic toplink.

Ok, I'm no old hand when it comes to tractors, but I have NEVER had an easy time with a screwjack. Mine fought me every step of the way when it came to adjusting or installing the awful thing. I was all too happy to hang it up in the shed when I bought this. I keep it incase something goes wrong but I havent needed it yet. My biggest gripe with hydralink was the price but I'm using the heck out it and gettin my moneys worth.

 

[beenthere]

eternalwolf
How long have you had your hydralink?
Any pics to post?