@@ritterjon they went on immediately and by the time the FIRST one was installed, I was in love with them! No more weight shifting because the 3pt swings!
@@ritterjon They have them on the 3 series and up. They are not standard on the smaller Deere tractors but I don’t know if you can order them. I have been meaning to find out where to get them, because it seems like a big improvement
It's been a product that has been in high demand. It's nice that Messick's has partnered with someone that can produce these in volume. Keep on tractoring!
I m surprised that Kubota quality on that item is poor at best, you re not the only guy on youtube to discover it, Looks like Messicks is the solution. Thanks from Georgian Bay.
It's funny with some of the thing they skimp on. I would like to see a few other improvements as well. I'll be making a video about those things sometime this summer. Keep on tractoring!
I have a set ordered from Mark Hodge and might get them sooner due to Messicks and everyone ordering there, just have to wait for everyone to cancel their order. My current adjusters have broke the welds on the nuts. I welded them back together and those never broke just the factory welds. Also a big improvement is the Pat's easy change so I don't have to spread the three point and force them onto the pins.
I paid $180 for my Mark Hodge set 3 years ago. I absolutely love them. Those and my Pat’s quick hitch have completely changed my 3 point. Now just need a hydraulic top link.
Had my Mark Hodge set about 2 months now and they are well worth it ! Makes hooking up any equipment extremely easy. No more wrenches 🔧 to have to fool with and getting things evened up with just the right amount of play. Enjoy ! Have a Blessed Day !
@@ritterjon Yeah Mark has me on for possible fall delivery for my GC1723E. My neighbor ordered the Messicks pair for his BX, so we're going to check when they arrive to see if maybe I get lucky and they fit my Massey too. The lower lift arms look very similar on both tractors. If it's a fit, I'll probably cancel with Mark and order from Messicks instead to get the quicker delivery. That is unless your endorsement of this product causes a Messicks backlog. Gee, thanks a lot Ritter, hahaha. :)
Nice idea. Hopefully the holes are tuned to the verity of spans required on some implements. So you don’t get that not too tight not too loose feeling. I have the Land Pride QH05 quick hitch and all the toys are setup to fit that. So I have no need to play. Well if I ever bend one (I don’t ever think I would) that would be the way I’d go.
It is a very useful addition to the 3 point system. I debated to get a quick hitch but not all my attachments are compatible. God bless Keep on tractoring!
Good to hear, I seen on their site they are in short supply as demand has been higher than anticipated. Glad to hear you'll be getting yours soon. I was worried. Keep on tractoring!
Good investment. Not sure about them being mounted on the inside of lower arms. Mine came standard on NH tc33d and they're on the outside of lower arms which makes them easy to reach with a quick hitch frame hindering access to the inside. Also mine have a slotted portion on the piece that slides over solid piece with the hole. As I understand the slots are to make it easier to turn when pulling an attachment that is firm on the ground.
The BX three point linkage is slightly different than most other models but it seems to be a proven system. The larger B series and up have the stabilizers on the outside like your NH. Keep on tractoring!
I`ve owned my BX23s since they came out in 2017, and i have never bent one of the OEM stabilizer links. I have a LandPride QH05 on my BX too. I think in my case, these would be a waste of money for me. I never have to adjust the links when changing 3pt implements. And also, i dont believe these sliding stabilizers can be tightend up either like the OEM stabilizers can, so expect them to wear quick if your rough on your equipment.
Better yet... If you tune into K&H Tractors he just did a great video and talks about all the measurements he used in making his own set. Keep on tractoring!
I don't think your chances are real good for Messicks making something for a John Deere. 😂 Your turnbuckles are on the outside right? Keep on tractoring!
@@ritterjon On my 2210, they're on the inside, and I're replaced them already due to them bending (like yours). You can see them here in this video link at about the 3:00 mark. Those are the brand new ones, but I managed to bend them already since the video. It's a poor design, and since it also makes contact with that little angle that lifts the mower deck, it creates real problems. ua-cam.com/video/1HOn7jJFSYQ/v-deo.html
How's she goin'? Those are good looking stabilizer arms!! A big improvement over the old ones eh!! And they look super simple to adjust!! A good add for sure!! Take care!!
Nice quick video Jon. I noticed you aren't using a quick hitch. I'm curious of your thoughts on QH. I think they are a fine tool, but concerned with the added distance it creates.
Pat's quick hitch is working great on my older BX23 so far. The extra 4" actually works out perfect on mine since the factory top link was always a bit too long.
News this week. My wife saw one of your videos that showed more of the inside of your garage. She said, "If you can make our garage that functional, I'll buy you a tractor." You wouldn't, by chance, be considering doing a garage organization video? :) Can you keep the arms as tight without a turnbuckle? Super bummed I missed the live chat yesterday.
I think this is maybe the second or third time either you or some else has ask about that. That video is coming but I feel I need to organize my garage a bit more before the video would be worthy of making. The new stubblier arms can get pretty tight, not as tight as the turnbuckles but close enough. Hope to catch you on the next live stream. Keep on tractoring!
John, Your pitch for Messick's stabilizers is somewhat off the mark. The ends of each stabilizers furthest back limit travel up and down with BX2380 and Land Pride RB1672 combination. One has to do some machining mods to allow non interference. Messick's is aware of problem. Blade only raises 1/2 way up then binds. Not enough research for fit for popular attachments.
Hello Jon I’ve had a set of Mark Hodge’s BX Stabilizers on for the winter. Looks like they copied Marks design. It sure made a huge difference on my back blade. The Kubota turnbuckles were a disgrace and they had to go. I contacted Mark and he told me it would be awhile before I got them but I said not a problem just get them to me. I used bolts and lock nuts but I guess I could have used pins and hitch pins. You’ll sure like the new stabilizers. Mine are Grey to match the frame.
The design is very similar for to be fair, the Kubota stabilizers for the larger tractors are really just a larger version. I don't know if there really could be a different practical design. I think they will be a huge improvement. Keep on tractoring!
I'm surprised those hardware store turnbuckles held up, I suppose because the threads are inside of a rigid tube, but you are right on about those new ones.... Heavy duty. Great video.
Those look better than the old style away bars I use on my tractors!. Good price at that!, kubota will probably try to buy the rights to them!. Have a day!.
I don't know why Kubota hasn't offered there as an option. I think they will after they realize the high demand this product with have. Keep on tractoring!
He doesn’t yet. But who knows what will happen. I imagine once the Kubota demand dies down he might make them for other tractor brands. Keep on tractoring!
Hello Jon. As soon as we viewed the Messick video, we ordered their 3 point stabilizers for our BX. Such a huge improvement. Jon, how many hours are on your tractor? In your video, I see the snow has melted. Same here in Southern Maine. We are now in mud season.
We are also in mud season but we usually get a couple big snow storms in March also. Who knows, definitely not the weather guys! The new stabilizers are awesome! I have 270 hours now on my tractor. I average about 100 hours a year on the BX. I think the L3940 is getting close to 700 hours. Hope all is well and it drys out soon. Keep on tractoring!
Hey Jon, I just don't understand why kubota does not have these from the factory. All the engineers that figured a way to take off the bucket loader without leaving the seat, and we are still turning a turnbuckle. Great stuff keep on tractoring.
Can you please tell me the shortest measurement between the pin holes at each end? I don't have a Kubota but I want to order a set so I just need to know how shirt these can be set. Thanks
@@ritterjon he showed nothing on "how to build" and I can't fabricate these all I needed from you is how short these new stabilizers can be set so I can do a few measurements on my tractor to see if I can make them work
The problem is they are too expensive for what they are. $180 isn’t worth the added convenience don’t get me wrong I’m not saying they are over priced because as a fabricator I know they aren’t. I’m just saying it’s still a lot of money if you’re not changing implements multiple times a day and people with BX tractors aren’t doing that or will get a quick hitch.
It all depends on what like you've said, if you're changing implements often and not all your attachment aren't quick hitch compatible. Keep on tractoring!
@@ritterjon it also depends what the difference in price is on an OEM set after bending them up. If close definitely go with these. I’ve contemplated building a pair like this but I pretty much run the backhoe all summer and the rear blade all winter so it’s a low priority right now. The turnbuckles are definitely a pain with my woods RB72 blade but that’s because it’s technically too big for the BX. The BX has no problem pulling it it’s just too wide at the connecting points and requires really spreading the arms as far as they go.
Can you still remove the 3 point hitch as one complete unit with these on like you can with the OEM turnbuckles? Or would you have to remove the Messick's stabilizers to put the 3 point hitch on and off?
I’ve bent a factory stabilizers on my B2601that are just like your new ones, brush hogging with a mower way too big for my tractor. $40 at the dealer for a new one though wasn’t bad.
Wow those are really sturdy. Unlike the ones that came on there. What a difference. 👍👍👍❤️
Got a set as soon as I saw this video. They arrived today. Love at first sight!
You will like those so much better than the factory turnbuckles.
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@@ritterjon they went on immediately and by the time the FIRST one was installed, I was in love with them! No more weight shifting because the 3pt swings!
Nice upgrade. I’m wanting to get a set like that and a set of telescoping draft arms for my 2038R
Does Deere make those as an option or do you have to find them aftermarket?
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@@ritterjon They have them on the 3 series and up.
They are not standard on the smaller Deere tractors but I don’t know if you can order them.
I have been meaning to find out where to get them, because it seems like a big improvement
I watched his video the other day. Awesome someone put in the effort for that solution.
It's been a product that has been in high demand. It's nice that Messick's has partnered with someone that can produce these in volume.
Keep on tractoring!
I m surprised that Kubota quality on that item is poor at best, you re not the only guy on youtube to discover it, Looks like Messicks is the solution. Thanks from Georgian Bay.
It's funny with some of the thing they skimp on. I would like to see a few other improvements as well. I'll be making a video about those things sometime this summer.
Keep on tractoring!
@@ritterjon I ll be watching.
I have a set ordered from Mark Hodge and might get them sooner due to Messicks and everyone ordering there, just have to wait for everyone to cancel their order. My current adjusters have broke the welds on the nuts. I welded them back together and those never broke just the factory welds. Also a big improvement is the Pat's easy change so I don't have to spread the three point and force them onto the pins.
I paid $180 for my Mark Hodge set 3 years ago. I absolutely love them. Those and my Pat’s quick hitch have completely changed my 3 point. Now just need a hydraulic top link.
I’ve been looking at those Pats quick hitch option. That would work well for me. I’d also love a hydraulic top link.
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Hi Jon! That is a MAJOR upgrade from those wimpy turn buckles! Messicks does it again! Thanks for sharing!
Hey Martin, yes a huge upgrade. I’m surprised Kubota hasn’t provided these yet with the BX. They’ll sell fast!
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Had my Mark Hodge set about 2 months now and they are well worth it ! Makes hooking up any equipment extremely easy. No more wrenches 🔧 to have to fool with and getting things evened up with just the right amount of play. Enjoy ! Have a Blessed Day !
Thank Michael, yes Mark Hodge makes a very similar set. However, he has quite a backorder from what I understand. God bless.
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@@ritterjon Yeah Mark has me on for possible fall delivery for my GC1723E. My neighbor ordered the Messicks pair for his BX, so we're going to check when they arrive to see if maybe I get lucky and they fit my Massey too. The lower lift arms look very similar on both tractors. If it's a fit, I'll probably cancel with Mark and order from Messicks instead to get the quicker delivery. That is unless your endorsement of this product causes a Messicks backlog. Gee, thanks a lot Ritter, hahaha. :)
I've had the mark Hodge version since i got my bx80, all the post on OTT raved about them , and i couldn't be happier
It is a great upgrade for sure! Did you have to wait long to get yours from Mark?
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Nice idea. Hopefully the holes are tuned to the verity of spans required on some implements. So you don’t get that not too tight not too loose feeling. I have the Land Pride QH05 quick hitch and all the toys are setup to fit that. So I have no need to play. Well if I ever bend one (I don’t ever think I would) that would be the way I’d go.
Yep the holes are lined up to get the implements tight and avoid any sway. Landpride makes some good stuff!
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Got mine 3 yrs ago from mark hodge your behind the times
That looks better
And will work a lot better!
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Dang it Jon, there goes another $200 bucks! Just ordered them. Thanks for another great video.
I’m sorry, hope I don’t get you in trouble. 😳
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😂 I have my own money!
Jon I've had mine for over 3 years mine came from Hodge work well but for me having a quick hitch it's always steady now
God Bless All
PaK
It is a very useful addition to the 3 point system. I debated to get a quick hitch but not all my attachments are compatible. God bless
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I have had the Mark Hodge stabilizers for a couple of years on my BX and they are outstanding!
He has made a great product and I understand he has about a 2-6 month backorder log. High demand!
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@@ritterjon lol neil must of cursed your starting of the video lol
Just got done ordering mine and it will ship Monday. Now I got stuff to do, tractor on from west central Illinois
Good to hear, I seen on their site they are in short supply as demand has been higher than anticipated. Glad to hear you'll be getting yours soon. I was worried.
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I loved the intro!
Thanks Peter I was having some fun trying something new and different.
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That’s the best mod ever! Nice job on the video, Jon.
Thanks Ed, I think it'll make things much more convenient.
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Those are very nice they came as standard equipment Along with the flex link arms making hooking up to the 3point very easy
Good investment. Not sure about them being mounted on the inside of lower arms. Mine came standard on NH tc33d and they're on the outside of lower arms which makes them easy to reach with a quick hitch frame hindering access to the inside. Also mine have a slotted portion on the piece that slides over solid piece with the hole. As I understand the slots are to make it easier to turn when pulling an attachment that is firm on the ground.
The BX three point linkage is slightly different than most other models but it seems to be a proven system. The larger B series and up have the stabilizers on the outside like your NH.
Keep on tractoring!
I`ve owned my BX23s since they came out in 2017, and i have never bent one of the OEM stabilizer links.
I have a LandPride QH05 on my BX too. I think in my case, these would be a waste of money for me. I never have to adjust the links when changing 3pt implements.
And also, i dont believe these sliding stabilizers can be tightend up either like the OEM stabilizers can, so expect them to wear quick if your rough on your equipment.
Great video Jon. Thanks for sharing. Could you give me the center to center dimensions of the holes on the flat bar and also the tube. Thanks.
Better yet... If you tune into K&H Tractors he just did a great video and talks about all the measurements he used in making his own set.
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@@ritterjon thanks Jon
Getting those soon.
Thanks Jon, they look 👀 great. I’ll have to order a set.
Hey thanks for joining the livestream last night.
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@@ritterjon Had a good time.
Fast , ordered and have to wait for the next shipment.
Oh my goodness I knew they would be in high demand at least you won’t have to wait 2 to 6 months.
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I waited 3 weeks for my new 2680, won't be any problem waiting for the sway bars. Great and helpful videos
That’s such an improvement! Thanks for sharing. Messick’s- please make these for my John Deere 2210! :)
I don't think your chances are real good for Messicks making something for a John Deere. 😂 Your turnbuckles are on the outside right?
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@@ritterjon On my 2210, they're on the inside, and I're replaced them already due to them bending (like yours). You can see them here in this video link at about the 3:00 mark. Those are the brand new ones, but I managed to bend them already since the video. It's a poor design, and since it also makes contact with that little angle that lifts the mower deck, it creates real problems. ua-cam.com/video/1HOn7jJFSYQ/v-deo.html
Heyhey Jon, You will love those my B2601 has those and they are so much better. Have fun my friend
How's she goin'? Those are good looking stabilizer arms!! A big improvement over the old ones eh!! And they look super simple to adjust!! A good add for sure!! Take care!!
Yes Grampie, they for sure will be a great addition to the tractor. I’m looking forward to making good use out of them.
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yeah there avaliable at messicks and my kubota dealer here in canada wich hes getting alot of them sold no time
I got mine from Mark Hodge about 18 months ago. Wasn't a long wait then. Mine are Kubota Orange.
Nice quick video Jon. I noticed you aren't using a quick hitch. I'm curious of your thoughts on QH. I think they are a fine tool, but concerned with the added distance it creates.
I'm not certain all my implements would be QH compatible.
Keep on tractoring!
Pat's quick hitch is working great on my older BX23 so far. The extra 4" actually works out perfect on mine since the factory top link was always a bit too long.
News this week. My wife saw one of your videos that showed more of the inside of your garage. She said, "If you can make our garage that functional, I'll buy you a tractor." You wouldn't, by chance, be considering doing a garage organization video? :)
Can you keep the arms as tight without a turnbuckle?
Super bummed I missed the live chat yesterday.
I think this is maybe the second or third time either you or some else has ask about that. That video is coming but I feel I need to organize my garage a bit more before the video would be worthy of making. The new stubblier arms can get pretty tight, not as tight as the turnbuckles but close enough. Hope to catch you on the next live stream.
Keep on tractoring!
John, Your pitch for Messick's stabilizers is somewhat off the mark. The ends of each stabilizers furthest back limit travel up and down with BX2380 and Land Pride RB1672 combination. One has to do some machining mods to allow non interference. Messick's is aware of problem. Blade only raises 1/2 way up then binds. Not enough research for fit for popular attachments.
Hello Jon I’ve had a set of Mark Hodge’s BX Stabilizers on for the winter. Looks like they copied Marks design. It sure made a huge difference on my back blade. The Kubota turnbuckles were a disgrace and they had to go. I contacted Mark and he told me it would be awhile before I got them but I said not a problem just get them to me. I used bolts and lock nuts but I guess I could have used pins and hitch pins. You’ll sure like the new stabilizers. Mine are Grey to match the frame.
The design is very similar for to be fair, the Kubota stabilizers for the larger tractors are really just a larger version. I don't know if there really could be a different practical design. I think they will be a huge improvement.
Keep on tractoring!
These look exactly like the ones I ordered from Mark Hodge for my BX.
They are very similar without the 2-6 month backorder.
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Yup got mine from Hodge also about 18 months ago. Mine are Kubota Orange!
2-6 month backorder? I ordered a set from Mark last Summer and haven't heard anything since.
@@KevinLowery I ordered mine last summer and just got notification that he has is starting them next week.
@@KevinLowery Wow!! That’s too long to wait.
I got mine delivered Wed. I've broken 2 sets of the OEM turnbuckles and the 2 on my bx were bent.
If you don’t mind me asking how much for a new set of the turnbuckle style?
These are a huge improvement over them for sure.
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Turn buckles are 25-30ea.
Yeah boy that will be 10 times better! Trust me! I’m glad Messick’s developed these for BX owners, now if Kubota would just take a hint.
I agree, Kubota should be providing these or at least as an option. I assume they eventually will once they realize the demand.
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Not just Kubota, all of them.
I don't think Messicks developed them.
I'm surprised those hardware store turnbuckles held up, I suppose because the threads are inside of a rigid tube, but you are right on about those new ones.... Heavy duty. Great video.
The hardware store solution was actually better than the Kubota version. Can't beat this new Messick's version though.
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Good video
Thanks for the visit
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Those look better than the old style away bars I use on my tractors!. Good price at that!, kubota will probably try to buy the rights to them!. Have a day!.
I don't know why Kubota hasn't offered there as an option. I think they will after they realize the high demand this product with have.
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Nice product, I wonder if he makes them for Mahindra emax 20 ?
He doesn’t yet. But who knows what will happen. I imagine once the Kubota demand dies down he might make them for other tractor brands.
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A RITTER BIT WILL DO Thanks for the response. Stay safe.
Hello Jon. As soon as we viewed the Messick video, we ordered their 3 point stabilizers for our BX. Such a huge improvement. Jon, how many hours are on your tractor? In your video, I see the snow has melted. Same here in Southern Maine. We are now in mud season.
We are also in mud season but we usually get a couple big snow storms in March also. Who knows, definitely not the weather guys! The new stabilizers are awesome! I have 270 hours now on my tractor. I average about 100 hours a year on the BX. I think the L3940 is getting close to 700 hours. Hope all is well and it drys out soon.
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Messick's wants around $300 for those two. That is crazy high. It should be $19.95 each.
$189... ?
Tom, what are you referring to? These are $189 which is very reasonable in my opinion.
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Hey Jon, I just don't understand why kubota does not have these from the factory. All the engineers that figured a way to take off the bucket loader without leaving the seat, and we are still turning a turnbuckle. Great stuff keep on tractoring.
Exactly! They need to pay some more attention to rear of the tractor now. I'd also like to see rear hydraulic remotes standard.
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Have mine on order with Mark Hodge, ordered them last fall but he was so over booked I got an early spring delivery timeframe. 👍🏻
The backorder he has spurred the manufacturing through Messicks. It's a high demand product for sure.
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Look very similar to the ones that came with my red tractor! Looks like the weather is warming up a bit for ya, send some to Maine please!
Right now I am enjoying a nice beautiful walk in the woods and it’s 50°! 😁
I hope you get some of this weather soon.
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Looks like a gorgeous day there, Jon! Still buckets of snow falling here 😁. Take care buddy!
It's been a great week! no snow in the forecast but I'll sure we'll get at least one more good storm.
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Comment... Here's my comment 😉😂😂 God bless❤🇺🇸 🚜🚜🏁
And here’s my reply 😁 God bless!
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Cool video sorry I’m so late I’ve been busy
Along with the tiller, you need the scv's that TTWT showed. Gotta mod out that BX. Gotta spend it now, cause you can't take it to the afterlife. 🤔🤔🤔
That was a pretty cool mod, I'm looking forward to seeing how well that works for him.
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Can you please tell me the shortest measurement between the pin holes at each end? I don't have a Kubota but I want to order a set so I just need to know how shirt these can be set. Thanks
Watch K&H tractors as he did a great video for making your own.
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@@ritterjon he showed nothing on "how to build" and I can't fabricate these all I needed from you is how short these new stabilizers can be set so I can do a few measurements on my tractor to see if I can make them work
The problem is they are too expensive for what they are. $180 isn’t worth the added convenience don’t get me wrong I’m not saying they are over priced because as a fabricator I know they aren’t. I’m just saying it’s still a lot of money if you’re not changing implements multiple times a day and people with BX tractors aren’t doing that or will get a quick hitch.
It all depends on what like you've said, if you're changing implements often and not all your attachment aren't quick hitch compatible.
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@@ritterjon it also depends what the difference in price is on an OEM set after bending them up. If close definitely go with these. I’ve contemplated building a pair like this but I pretty much run the backhoe all summer and the rear blade all winter so it’s a low priority right now. The turnbuckles are definitely a pain with my woods RB72 blade but that’s because it’s technically too big for the BX. The BX has no problem pulling it it’s just too wide at the connecting points and requires really spreading the arms as far as they go.
Can you still remove the 3 point hitch as one complete unit with these on like you can with the OEM turnbuckles? Or would you have to remove the Messick's stabilizers to put the 3 point hitch on and off?
I think you should be able to, sounds like a great video idea for part two. 👍
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@@ritterjon Thanks! Yes, a part 2 video showing that would be awesome!
Ebay is going to get loaded with turn buckles :) To be honest those look better built than the telescoping factory arms on my wife's B2601
I would imagine you'll start to see some popping up on eBay like everything else that has a high demand.
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Yup, you`re probably right, and they will be chinese knock-off`s guaranteed.
Do these also fit the B 2601?
No they won’t fit the B series but I do believe that Kubota makes an option kit for the B series.
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I’ve bent a factory stabilizers on my B2601that are just like your new ones, brush hogging with a mower way too big for my tractor. $40 at the dealer for a new one though wasn’t bad.
That's not a bad replacement cost at all. I'm quite surprised.
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