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    L3800 Converted to Grand L lift arms

    Thanks for your very detailed reply! I will have to look into this. I too got a set of telescoping stabilizers from Mark Hodge within the last year and they make changing implements so much easier than dealing with the turn buckles. As I get older, I am looking for every advantage I can to make...
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    L3800 Converted to Grand L lift arms

    Wendol, I have a L3200 and have wondered if it was a possible to convert to the lift arms with the telescoping ends. If you don't mind sharing part number and cost, I'd appreciate it. Was it a simple swap of lift arms or were modifications necessary? Also, are they the same length as the...
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    Almost ready to pull trigger?!?

    Pulled the trigger this morning. Got a L3200, 4wd, HST, FEL with quick attach bucket, ag tires on the way. Should be here Tuesday evening. Ready for it to get here so I can play!!
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    Almost ready to pull trigger?!?

    Both tractors have ag tires. I have been under the impression that the R4's lose traction before the ag tires. I am assuming this happens wet or dry. Soils here are mostly silt loam. I really don't plan to work when yard or woods are wet.
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    Almost ready to pull trigger?!?

    New to the forum and have been wanting to upgrade from my 1952 8N. With the new emmissions tractors coming on and the shortage of "regular" tractors, need to decide between a L3200, 4WD, HST and FEL with pin on bucket versus a L3800, 4WD, gear drive transmission, and pin on bucket. Having a hard...