GlenPettit 1,714 #1 Posted December 12, 2013 (edited) Does anyone have the exact size/measurements for this Wheel Horse part "Long Lift Link #7706": I would like to make one just for myself; looks like the 1/4" stubs are welded in, but it would seem that hardened bolts could be used in place of the pins. May be a 8 to 10" long piece of bar stock about 1/4" x 1" x ____. Sure looks like an easy project that I could sure use to get extra pressure that I need sometimes. Glen ​From Garry: 1/4" x 11/4" Flat Stock, 121/2" OL, pins 111/2" c/c welded. see his July 9 posting below. Thanks! Glen Edited December 12, 2013 by GlenPettit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,509 #2 Posted December 12, 2013 Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,500 #3 Posted December 12, 2013 Here are some pictures of the Wheel Horse Solid Lift Link , Part No. 7706: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,121 #4 Posted December 12, 2013 I wonder how a hydro would react with that? I can see how a manual lift would benefit, but the hydro would really press (and keep) it down hard! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
js5020 111 #5 Posted December 12, 2013 I wonder how a hydro would react with that? I can see how a manual lift would benefit, but the hydro would really press (and keep) it down hard! I have used the link with a hydro, (16 Auto) I was concerned about breaking something or bending the link as I dont think it is sturdy enough to support raising the front end,, but the link survived and I didnt break anything, atleast to this point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,509 #6 Posted December 12, 2013 I have a 100 lb weight on the front of my frame and can still lift the front wheels on a 312-8. Haven't broken anything yet. The slotted hole in the A-frame should work good with a hydro. Down pressure still there if you need it. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,500 #7 Posted December 12, 2013 I think using this in a big, deep snow if the most dangerous. You can hit something with your plow that will not flex and do damage. Using on soil , gravel, etc where you can see all the obstacles is less of a problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,121 #8 Posted December 12, 2013 My concern with the Hydro was more towards removing the top inch of asphalt. So far I haven't had an issue with the 48" blade floating on top, I would think that the down pressure would be quite handy in dirt though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shuboxlover 474 #9 Posted December 13, 2013 Plus, if you want to go through scraper blade cutting edges like a Kardashian goes through skinny jeans, then install a solid lift link. I had one installed on my C-160 auto and after only using it a couple times, I could already tell it was being worn away VERY quickly. Granted, all my blading was being done on asphalt/concrete. I do install it for certain jobs in the dirt. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
