[Traill95]

Last April I purchased a Sears 3point hitch and an electric lift assist kit form TomLGT195. (Thanks Tom). I installed the 3point soon after getting it but left the electric assist on the shelf as it was actually a kit for mounting under the tractor and not on a 3 point although they are the same motor. I finally got around to fabricating some parts and mounting it on my GT16 Sears. also attached are three pics of my Brothers tractor that I used for a guideline as to positioning the linkage before welding everything together. I need to take it off and clean up the welds p aint it and clean up the wiring also.

 

[Eric]

Nice looking job, I always liked the electric lifts. Hope it works out for you.

 

[glgrumpy]

So, how do those work?? electric hydraulic or just electric? Just geared to a threaded rod in center under that cover then? I see the link end at top, but is that metal strap links on outside of body that do the lifting part? Those just don't seem to be all that heavy to me, and was wondering how they hold up, as in how many years and uses, etc? Even a heavy snow blade seems too much for them as I am looking at them. So, also is there a float position? Think would need something to allow a little give in situations. Powered down also I assume if not hydraulic?

 

[MH81]

Nice job. Looks like it should work well for you.

So, how do those work?? electric hydraulic or just electric? Just geared to a threaded rod in center under that cover then? I see the link end at top, but is that metal strap links on outside of body that do the lifting part? Those just don't seem to be all that heavy to me, and was wondering how they hold up, as in how many years and uses, etc? Even a heavy snow blade seems too much for them as I am looking at them. So, also is there a float position? Think would need something to allow a little give in situations. Powered down also I assume if not hydraulic?

No powered down, the float is built in via an outer sleeve on the actuator

 

[chieffan]

I am looking at a power trim and tilt unit off an old outboard boat motor to convert as a power lift unit. The tilt part works fairly fast but the trim is kind of slow so would have to use the linkage to gain the speed. Power would not be a problem as they have a tremendous amount of torque. A dual cylinder unit using only one cylinder would probably work the best. Might find one this winter some place.

 

[wahoowad]

Traill95 - Did you fabricate your own lift arms for the 3 pt hitch? How did you get the slight bend in the exact right place? I need to make a pair for my hitch.

What is the power/lift rating needed for the linear actuator? I see some for sale around 100 lbs. Is that enough? Anyone know what the factory ones were rated at?

 

[TAHOE]

So, how do those work?? electric hydraulic or just electric? Just geared to a threaded rod in center under that cover then? I see the link end at top, but is that metal strap links on outside of body that do the lifting part? Those just don't seem to be all that heavy to me, and was wondering how they hold up, as in how many years and uses, etc? Even a heavy snow blade seems too much for them as I am looking at them. So, also is there a float position? Think would need something to allow a little give in situations. Powered down also I assume if not hydraulic?

They are a basic electric actuator with a small motor and gears, no hydro at all.

I'll try to explain, the factory mount was mostly floating. the top pin of the actuator was connected to a small cross pin, it would lift up touch the bottom of a fixed arm and lift, When in down position it would float. There also was a small hole in the fix arm that you could pin the actuator to make it fixed.

Below picture is basic design, but I have seen a slightly different set up from factory.

 

[KennyP]

Traill95 - Did you fabricate your own lift arms for the 3 pt hitch? How did you get the slight bend in the exact right place? I need to make a pair for my hitch.

What is the power/lift rating needed for the linear actuator? I see some for sale around 100 lbs. Is that enough? Anyone know what the factory ones were rated at?

Try this!

 

[TAHOE]

Traill95 - Did you fabricate your own lift arms for the 3 pt hitch? How did you get the slight bend in the exact right place? I need to make a pair for my hitch.

What is the power/lift rating needed for the linear actuator? I see some for sale around 100 lbs. Is that enough? Anyone know what the factory ones were rated at?

I would recommend one for at least a 500 lift, that's static with 1000 max. While your attachment only seems to weigh maybe 100#s or so, when you start looking into geometry of hitch, those weights get multiplied and can overload actuator. I've seen some in the 250# uses and work fine for a plow, disc, etc, but if adding a rear tiller, box blade with weights, etc, go with a higher lift rting.

 

[wahoowad]

Great pic KennyP - thanks!

 

[KennyP]

Great pic KennyP - thanks!

Glad to help! I think I'll make that a PDF and put it in with the Sears Implement Manuals.

 

[Traill95]

So, how do those work?? electric hydraulic or just electric? Just geared to a threaded rod in center under that cover then? I see the link end at top, but is that metal strap links on outside of body that do the lifting part? Those just don't seem to be all that heavy to me, and was wondering how they hold up, as in how many years and uses, etc? Even a heavy snow blade seems too much for them as I am looking at them. So, also is there a float position? Think would need something to allow a little give in situations. Powered down also I assume if not hydraulic?

Electric screw lift powered up and down and stoppable at any position in between.

 

[KennyP]

I made the above pic into a PDF and included the Tiller Lift link. It's uploaded here.

 

[Traill95]

Traill95 - Did you fabricate your own lift arms for the 3 pt hitch? How did you get the slight bend in the exact right place? I need to make a pair for my hitch.

What is the power/lift rating needed for the linear actuator? I see some for sale around 100 lbs. Is that enough? Anyone know what the factory ones were rated at?

I did fabricate the lift arms because the originals were shorter than I needed. I borrowed one off of a friend and used a vise and a lot of heat. I used the lathe to make the spacers that are on each end.

 

[Traill95]

I would recommend one for at least a 500 lift, that's static with 1000 max. While your attachment only seems to weigh maybe 100#s or so, when you start looking into geometry of hitch, those weights get multiplied and can overload actuator. I've seen some in the 250# uses and work fine for a plow, disc, etc, but if adding a rear tiller, box blade with weights, etc, go with a higher lift rting.

I don't know the lift capabilities, My brother stood on the disk and I lifted him and the disk. It lifted his 225lbs and the disk.

 

[Eric]

I like the electric lifts, my cub 127 has a similar lift and has lasted a long time. I need to rebuild it this winter but I think a 30 year run is a good indication that like all older equipment, they too are built to last. Good luck with yours hope you enjoy it.

 

[indslpwr04]

Look on Ebay for 12v Solar pannel tracking motors. They are screw type motors that have insane size to torque ratings. They are used for rotating solar panel arrays on roofs and such. I picked up a 120v one for a project for 40 bucks.

 

[MH81]

I did fabricate the lift arms because the originals were shorter than I needed. I borrowed one off of a friend and used a vise and a lot of heat. I used the lathe to make the spacers that are on each end.

Would you be able to get me measurements of the original lift linkages?
I have discovered that my electric lift needs them to operate correctly. The OEM ones I have are to long.

Thanks

 

[Traill95]

Would you be able to get me measurements of the original lift linkages?
I have discovered that my electric lift needs them to operate correctly. The OEM ones I have are to long.

Thanks

I don't have the three point anymore but do still have the shorter arms. Here is a pic of them.

 

[MH81]

Thank you.
Do you happen to remember if the adjustable linkage looked different?