Fix it Yourself Agricultural Equipment

Farm Equipment

Here at Top-Notch Machine, most of us are life-long farmers.  As the old saying goes, "if you are using a piece of equipment, it will either wear or break."  We understand the rigor our equipment goes through and the need for simple equipment.  We designed Top-Spread to have as few parts as possible.  We know that if something does wear out or break, it will most certainly happen after hours and probably in the dark.  We also know that farmers are able to fix most anything themselves to get up and running again in no time.  We work to eliminate extra equipment needed to repair or replace any parts and make things faster for you.

Bearings, Bushings, and Chain

The first thing we did was have all of our nuts be universal.  You only need a 3/4" wrench to tighten or change anything on Top-Spread.  This is a tool you probably have on you all the time.  Next, there are only common sized wear parts on our spreaders.  This means you can find them at most any farm store, dealership, or in your own stock.

Common Wear Parts:

• 4 1 1/2" Bearings for patent pending twin rotors
• 67 heavy detachable chain
• 5" cup knives

If you wish to have the same factory parts, you can order them from us as well.

Regular Maintenance is Key

The key to longevity with any machine is maintenance.  The bearings and bushings need to be greased regularly.  Running metal on metal wears out the parts much faster and will drag the machine.  Another maintenance task to check frequently is to tighten the apron chain to have about 3" of slack.  Loose chain is very likely to catch and break.  Additional Top-Spread maintenance tips can be found in the manual.  By performing these simple tasks regularly, you will increase the life of your Top-Spread and prevent unnecessary wear and breaks.

Check out More Top-Spread Specifications

Want to learn more details about our bale processor?  Check out our models and resources sections on our website.  Here you can view specifications, other maintenance details, and read our owner's manual where our one year limited warranty is described.

Interested in chatting with us about Top-Spread maintenance?  Leave a comment, connect with us on social media, or contact us directly at the shop by calling (641) 228-1101.

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