Finally Found a Tractor - Now I have some question

This is my first tractor, so I apologize if my questions are basic, but that is where I am starting with this thing.

First, where is the best place to get manuals, and what manuals should I get? At this point, I am looking for something to actually use, so I don't mind if they are reprints. I'm thinking I'll need Operators Manual and shop manuals for both the engine and the chassis. Are some of the aftermarket manuals more useful than the originals?

Second, the tractor has a 2 pt fast hitch. Am I better off looking for implements with the fast hitch connection (I know they are harder to find than 3 pt implements), or should I buy a 3 pt conversion kit so I can use standard implements? If the way to go is conversion kit, what is best, the 1 piece unit or the individual arms and separate top link?

I'm sure I will have more questions as I get into this deeper, but these two will get me started. I'm also listing my questions on the TractorByNet board, so if you this posting there, it is the same person.

I really appreciate any help any of you can give me. Thanks.

Joe

#1004022 International 350 Utility, etc. Operator's Manual
#TC-57A International 300 and 350 Utility Parts Manual ($43)
#GSS350USET Service Manual Set for 350 Utility ($75)

At a minimum, get the Operator's Manual.
Your existing 2-point hitch should allow you to use either 2-point or 3-points implements easily with the addition of conversion tongs which it sounds as though you don't have. They are available online from this site, follow the link. Personally I prefer the 2-point hitch using these adapters to the typical 3-point hitch found on small tractors because it's much easier in practice to use by simply backing the tractor into the implement.

You will probably want the tongs for 26" spacing. Your existing hitch should already have a place to attach a standard 3-point toplink on its rockshaft. The only thing you need to keep in mind with this setup is that the spacing on the implement must conform to the 26" standard spacing; watch out for implements with homemade 3-point hookups because the spacing may not be exactly what it should be.

Hope this helps. Don't be afraid to post any questions as you get sucked further into all this.

• Conversion Tongs

Harold H