Top Link for JD X748 3-Point Hitch?

[KHVillager]

Hi, can anyone who has the 3-point hitch on their HD X700 series tractor know what the replacement for the top/center link is? I haven't used it in such a long time and now I can't find it. I would appreciate help in either identifying/locating the part number to buy, or point me to an after-market link that'll work.

Thanks in advance!

 

[jenkinsph]

The Deere part numbers are AM130992 for the cat 1 version and AM132000 for the cat 0 version.

If your lower links have 7/8" holes buy the cat 1 if the lower links have smaller holes about 5/8" buy the cat 0 version.

 

[oldpilgrim]

Go to your local Tractor Supply (TSC) store. They have a bunch of different sizes, cheap.

 

[KHVillager]

Thanks! That was exactly what I was looking for. Much appreciated!

Now that I have the part number, I've searched for alternatives. This is an uncommon, short link for Cat 1. TSC doesn't carry a Cat 1 top link that's this short. OEM top link body (tube) Length is 8.465", adjusts 12.362" - 16.496". The only aftermarket top link that comes close and should be okay is the TISCO JSA1009. The OEM costs ~$80, the TISCO is ~$40.

Don't lose or misplace the JD OEM top link--lesson learned!