3010 lift links

Bobinwayne · Dec 15, 2012

I have a 3010 with the lift links on the 3 point frozen and cannot be adjusted.Any suggestions on getting them free? I have tried pb blaster but this has not worked.I'm worried about stripping the threads if I use to much force. Does anyone have a pair that they are willing to sell?

rrlund · Dec 15, 2012

I think you're going to have to use heat. I've got a couple of Deere center links that don't get turned much,so when I do want to adjust them,I usually have to put some heat to them.

Cliff Nelson · Dec 15, 2012

Try heating them. They can be difficult.

GordoSD · Dec 15, 2012

When I bought mine from a dealer 12 years ago, they were frozen. 5 minutes withthe blue wrench did the trick. Propane might even work.

DeltaRed · Dec 15, 2012

They can be a royal PIA!Heat..Remove from tractor,heat to cheery red(if possible),imediatly dunk in cold water.The sudden heat/contraction will usually 'break' the hold on rust.Use a big pipe wrench after it is cool.Use the silver 'anti-sieze' on threads.that stuff lasts(grease/oil will dry out) and will prevent rust.

tomstractorsandtoys1 · Dec 15, 2012

They can be stripped but if heat does not work they are available from several aftermarket companies.Maybe even this site or try Steiner parts,A&I,or nnalert.

DeltaRed · Dec 15, 2012

rrlund,on those stubborn top links,once you have them 'loose',extend them out,brush the threads,apply 'anti-sieze' liberally.The threads will stay easy to turn.Steve

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