Do wheel spacers really help with the stability when going sideways on a slope?
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I had a BX2370 with 2 inches spacers in the rear and I definitely noticed a difference in the pucker factor while mowing on a slight slope.
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Thomas said it perfectly! 100% Difference in the seat!
I too have a BX2370 with 2" spacers
I too have a BX2370 with 2" spacers
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Novice here re spacers... are spacers generally utilized only on the rear? Front spacers would seem a stability enhancer too.
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Since your front end is on a "pivot" (the axle tilts to one side or another) spacers are not as helpful as they are on the rear.
They also place more strain on the steering components.
Physics explain that a wider foot print WILL help stability ( think if your front wheels were 3' in either direction!)
But most do NOT space the fronts due to stress on the front end.
They absolutely do I have 2 inch spacers on my B2601 and it made a huge improvement in side to side stability. More would be better but there are other consideration to take into account such as bucket width, mower deck width, and pulled implement width. Also access considerations in your yard. Still does not make you tip proof so attack slopes straight up and down when possible.
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I had Bro-Tek on my BX2370 and they fit perfect, it just took a while to get due to Canada customs had the package for a while(I think it was like 8 days). I ordered some cheap-o Chinese ones off amazon and they would not fit as only a 16mm thin wall socket would go down the socket hole. For my new at the time LX2610 I ordered motorsport-tech as they listed them on the website and made in the USA
They also fit perfect and very fast shipping, did have to wait a couple days as they had to made them, they as none on the shelf. Both were 2 inch spacers as I run a mid-mower deck and the LX2610 has a back-hoe(yes, I know it is not advised but, backhoe is only on driving on smooth ground going slow). Here is the part number for the BX 0010149009 Kubota BX2370 Rear 2 In Spacers $190.00 is what they cost back in Jun 7, 2020
They also fit perfect and very fast shipping, did have to wait a couple days as they had to made them, they as none on the shelf. Both were 2 inch spacers as I run a mid-mower deck and the LX2610 has a back-hoe(yes, I know it is not advised but, backhoe is only on driving on smooth ground going slow). Here is the part number for the BX 0010149009 Kubota BX2370 Rear 2 In Spacers $190.00 is what they cost back in Jun 7, 2020
The dealer installed mine before I ever took delivery of it so I don't know what it would have been like without spacers but I really like the spacers on mine it seems great on my property.
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If you do your research - you will find that 2" spacers cost well over $250, but if you look at "jeep" spacers they are the exact same and cost 1/3 less. Make sure the bolt patterns are correct however.
I have a L3902 i use in the mountains of North Carolina. I had the dealer put 3" spacers on the rear and had the tires filled with about 150lbs of ballast and it makes a big difference in stability.
Mind if I ask which dealer? I am about equal distance between Franklin and Asheville dealers.
I been doing my research but can’t find what Jeep spacers would fit my bx2670. Any help?
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Based on info in comments, these fit perfectly.
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One thing you will find - you may need to modify your socket to get in the counterbore to tighten the lugs. Or buy a thin wall socket.
Thanks 
Now just wondering how aluminum vs steel and if 2” spacers would be to big since I only have approximately 2 1/2” clearance between the rear tire on the tractor and rear right wheel on the mower deck?
Now just wondering how aluminum vs steel and if 2” spacers would be to big since I only have approximately 2 1/2” clearance between the rear tire on the tractor and rear right wheel on the mower deck?
I am watching this with interest....as I have considered wheel spacers also.
My compact tractor is narrow and always feels 'tippy' in off camber situations.
Naturally, I am cautious about traversing any hills/terrain sideways but it can't always be avoided.
Dropping a front tire into a depression not seen is what scares me most.
I understand that in some circumstances...the tire width being only a few inches greater would not save the day, but I've also heard many folks say that 2"-3" spacers had noticeable effect on stability.
I don't know if that is Conformation Bias....or if it really does make a difference?
My compact tractor is narrow and always feels 'tippy' in off camber situations.
Naturally, I am cautious about traversing any hills/terrain sideways but it can't always be avoided.
Dropping a front tire into a depression not seen is what scares me most.
I understand that in some circumstances...the tire width being only a few inches greater would not save the day, but I've also heard many folks say that 2"-3" spacers had noticeable effect on stability.
I don't know if that is Conformation Bias....or if it really does make a difference?