Attach the Brush Hog to the Tractor
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Tractor University: Proper Mower Deck Setup for Brush Hogging
What happens here
Carefully back up the John Deere 5065 tractor to align its 3-point hitch with the Woods BB72X brush hog. First, lift one of the lift arms and slide it onto the corresponding pin on the brush hog. Repeat for the second lift arm. Due to potential misalignment, a 'spud wrench' (an adjustable wrench with a tapered end) can be used to leverage and align the holes before inserting the pin. Once both lower lift arms are pinned, connect the PTO shaft by sliding the sleeve back and fitting it onto the tractor's PTO output, ensuring it's properly seated. Finally, attach the top link to its connection point on the brush hog. The host mentions that his first attempt at this process took 2.5 hours, indicating the learning curve involved.
Goal: Securely connect the brush hog to the tractor's 3-point hitch and PTO shaft.
Tools and materials
- John Deere 5065 Tractor John Deere — The main power unit for the brush hog
- Pins — Securing the lift arms and top link
- PTO Shaft — Connecting the tractor's power output to the brush hog's gearbox
- Spud Wrench — Aligning pinholes for easier attachment of lift arms
- Grease — Lubricating the PTO shaft splines