3 Point quick hitch issues

[Magicman]

That plus my implement "parking place" is not level which caused me QH woes.

 

[i7win7]

Many good replies. Level ground is best. The 3 point hitch travels in an arc motion. It is perpendicular to the ground in the middle of it's travel. Using pallets or stacking blocks to use as a "parking stand" is getting the 3pt closer to being perpendicular.

Some smaller implements (sub soiler, boom pole, ect) while reasonably light and easy to man-handle, I have built wooden parking stands while implement was attached to tractor and 3pt in it's center of travel position.

If interested, photos posted here.

Ideas to make implements QH compatible

Get the most benefit from your quick hitch. Buying new get QH compatible. Here is a photo of an implement whose manufacturer has their act together. Note how it's designed for cat 1 & 2. Also the lift arm spacing can be adjusted. Some "QH compatible" only need minor modification. This TSC...

www.orangetractortalks.com

 

[NHSleddog]

With the top and tilt, you can pick it from a lot of angles.

 

[mikester]

I had to modify a few of mine. I would guess at about an hour each. Well worth the time to me, I never leave the seat now. None of the newer attachments need mods.

Low on the to do list for me as I don't do a ton of 3PH implement swaps and I still have to get off for the PTO hookup. I'd rather modify my SSQA to actuate the levers remotely.

 

[Dae06]

Thanks for all the comments and suggestions. I think I am going to start a new post asking about rear remotes via the 3rd function valve. I'm ready for a rear remote for sure now.