3020 Loader Brackets

[FarasAutoRepair]

I have a later 3020 and a GB 800 loader that needs to go on the tractor.
The loader came off a 730 and is going to get transplanted to the 3020.

The loader brackets from the 730 tractor to the 3020 will have to be changed or make new ones.

The front brackets will have to be different since the 3020 has a little wider frame then the 730 did and their fore when the brackets are bolted on they are two wide for the holes in the loader frame.
If my measurements are correct its about 1.5 to 2 inches. I would have to go look at my measurements to be sure.

Also the rear brackets are to short cause the 3020 is a longer framed tractor than the 730 was. I was wondering would it be better to lengthen the brackets in the back or lengthen the arms on the loader? Would have to be chanced 6 to 7 inches.

Also would anyone just happen to have some loader brackets laying around that would fit this application? Wouldn't surprise me if someone took one of these loaders off over the years and have the brackets laying in the back corner of the shed or under the work bench.
Might be worth save the time of making/altering brackets.

 

[Kansas4010]

Finding just the right brackets to fit a specific tractor is rare. I've been looking for a set of mounts to put a JD 48 loader on a JD 2510 with little luck. The couple I found wanted 3/4 the price of buying a whole loader. Your best bet is to just go ahead and make them.

 

[Mike(NEOhio)]

I just got a JD 148 that came off a 4020. It will fit nice on my Oliver. The side plates are for the row crop models and probably what you need. The mounting steps will not work for your loader but may give you an idea of what to do. I can get you detailed dimensions if you decide to make some.

 

[Kansas4010]

If you're replying to me, I actually have the brackets on my 4010. I just wanted a second set so I could use the loader on two different tractors. Your mounting brackets and mine are very different. Thank you though.

 

[Mike(NEOhio)]

I was replying to Fara. Thought it may help if he has to make a set.

 

[FarasAutoRepair]

I don't have a john deere loader to work with. The loader im workinging with is a GB workmaster 800 loader.

 

[Jim.ME]

(quoted from post at 18:51:04 05/02/20)

I don't have a john deere loader to work with. The loader im workinging with is a GB workmaster 800 loader.

I think Bush Hog bought Great Bend. You might try contacting Bush hog to see if they have any info that might help. It may not get you anything, but nothing ventured, nothing gained is certain. Even a parts list of the mounts for a 3020 might have pictures/drawings that could help you.

 

[Mike(NEOhio)]

I got that. You're putting it on a 3020. Just thought it may help to see how Deere mounted loaders on that series. This mount is for row crop models.