I have a b5200 which I absolutely cannot live without since I bought it used a year ago. The only problem I have is with the 3-point hitch. It lifts great, but when I push dirt or snow with the rear blade it will raise up and float over dirt,snow,etc. when it starts getting a small pile behind the blade. Is there an adjustment to solve this, or is something worn out and needing replacement? I thought about putting more weight on the blade to help keep it down, but would rather solve the problem than rig it up. Thanks in advance.
B5200 3-point hitch help
- Thread starter welderhotstuff
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Try adjusting the top link so that the blade is more vertical ----- you may need to play with it a little.
The 3PH has no down pressure. The weight of the implement is the only thing that will hold it down in your case.
But, as bruceatlam points out, the angle of the blade to the load can also force the 3PH either up or down. Generally, if the angle is acute to the ground and direction of travel then the blade will more likely slide over the load. If it is obtuse, then it will "dig" more. That is, if it is not overdone.
It sounds like you need more "dig" with the blade.
But there are some facts missing. (A photo of your set-up would help.) Answering these questions will help determine the adjustment(s) that need to be made.
>Is it a box blade or a standard blade?
>Are you traveling forward or backwards?
>If a box blade, does it have a blade on the rear side?
>If a standard blade, is it reversible?
But, as bruceatlam points out, the angle of the blade to the load can also force the 3PH either up or down. Generally, if the angle is acute to the ground and direction of travel then the blade will more likely slide over the load. If it is obtuse, then it will "dig" more. That is, if it is not overdone.
It sounds like you need more "dig" with the blade.
But there are some facts missing. (A photo of your set-up would help.) Answering these questions will help determine the adjustment(s) that need to be made.
>Is it a box blade or a standard blade?
>Are you traveling forward or backwards?
>If a box blade, does it have a blade on the rear side?
>If a standard blade, is it reversible?
It is a standard blade in the reverse position, and I am traveling in reverse. I will try it later this week with more dig if the rain ever stops here. Thanks.
That information helps. Start with the blade's A-frame vertical to the ground. That should set the blade vertical as well. Try shortening the top link a little at a time until you get it where you want.
Just be careful about pushing a blade. If it hangs on something, it can bend the lift arms. $$$$$