[AT] 430V mysteries

[Dean VP]

Ok, It looks like the Pin used for the implement end of the Top Link is slid
through the two holes in the bracket welded to the seat. Now this makes
sense.  The pin isn't overkill, it is just being used for a secondary
function temporarily while the Top Link isn't being used to hook to an
implement.  Good way to avoid losing the pin.  The Picture in the Parts
Catalog for the seat shows this bracket in the center but some of the Parts
Catalog illustrations are notoriously inaccurate.  It may have been offset
on the early tractors and centered on the later tractors.  JD's
illustrations usually only show the last version.  Might want to do a parts
check on the pin part number on JDParts.com.   The pin you have may be a sub
for the original or there is possibly another error in the Illustration. 

Dean VP
Snohomish, WA 98290

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I have one of those manuals - the original from the owners.  Nothing in the
manual specifically except this diagram(and it's cut off a bit).

The pin is different than what is showing in the parts diagram picture, but
they can be inaccurate.  Plus the "S" hook is so perfectly formed to the pin
I think it's actually right and original.  I also think my bracket is
original, even though it is off-center. I do not believe that bracket was
ever in the middle. There's no indication on the frame, and the spot weld
for the bracket looks perfectly factory. I think I have it right: