[AT] 3pt mower top link & rear wheel(s)

[Herbert Metz]

I agree with previous discussions.
I do wish that my 6' bushhog type mower had two rear wheels; believe this
would reduce scalping when mowing uneven area. Believe part of this is
caused by the excess play in the Cross Mfg 3pt conversions (from snap
coupler).  Guess I need to look at a few finish mowers to compare designs.
Herb


> [Original Message]
> From: Steve W. <swilliams268 at frontier.com>
> To: Antique tractor email discussion group <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
> Date: 8/28/2010 11:38:59 AM
> Subject: Re: [AT] 3pt mower top link
>
> Dick Day wrote:
> > Larry, thank you. You just confirmed what I thought.  The rigid top
link 
> > works ok if the land is pretty level but, as you say, for un-even
ground, 
> > it's a pain.
> > 
> > I wonder why the manufacturer's don't offer the mowers with a chain
option.
> > 
> > I may start converting mine this weekend.
> > 
> > Dick
>
> Liability. With the rigid links the mower acts sort of like a wheely bar
> if the operator decides to act stupid. It also prevents the mower from
> tipping up enough to expose the blades.
>
> Personally I like the chain because it makes the mower follow the
> terrain better. Also makes it easier when your backing up as the mower
> will ride up instead of trying to dig in.
>
> -- 
> Steve W.
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