Quiet Line Float Pin

[johncub7172]

Hello Guys!

In the Quiet Line Series Operator's Manual, page 18 in the Hydraulic Lift chapter, its noted that the "float pin" is "optional". I cant see the picture description well to acknowledge whether or not my 1450 is equipped with this needed part for snow removal using a IH 42" dozer blade.

So my question for the group: Is my 1450 already equipped with the "float pin"? See pictures below:





For snow removal during late night, and early morning blasts, I installed a back up light!



I'm currently working toward setting up my 1450 for snow removal. I still need new two link cleated tire chains, and a nice sub frame for the dozer blade.

Thank you,

John L.

[Yosemite Sam]

There is no lock out pin in your picture.

I personally don't use lockout pins in my machines, because they bend the lift rods and dig gravel out of the drive and deposit it in the grass.

We don't get the snow here that many of you get, my drives are all gravel and fairly flat.

That said; In the fall when I put the blades on, I set them up so the blade is about an inch off the ground. That inch or so usually wears off or melts within a few days and has never been a problem.

I realize that weather conditions and differences in terrain vary greatly across continent, but this has worked well for me over the years.

[Merk]

Here is the float pin lock out that is in my 149:

Lock out not in place:

Lock out pin in place:

[jeepchicken5000]

I don't like using the float lock out pin I had it on a 1450 and the rockshaft was all twisted because of it , my 149 has the pin and I just turned it around so its not engaged , I can lock it anytime I want but see no point, they should always float if you ask me

[johncub7172]

Mark, Dale, and jeepchicken5000,-

I'm having a slight misunderstanding of the function of the lock out pin. However, that don't mean I'm not going to figure this out. As I'm new to this topic, I suppose when I get the IH 42" blade equipped to the 1450, then I will have "hands-on" experience as well as what is shared here with this awesome group of enthusiasts!

So, with two comments not in favor of the float/lock-out pin, and one post about what the part actually is,....

Is this damage the result of hitting objects during normal use increased easier? I would think yes given my number of years operating a narrow frame IH Cub Cadet model 71 set up with dozer blade configuration, respectably.

However, again, it's nice to know options with out the float pin. Maybe this part is something Mark can make, and I would venture to say I'd consider.

Hope to read more of this topic in the up coming days, as winter equipment and IH Cub Cadet tractors begin to get ready!

Thanks again!!!!

[ol'George]

A lockout pin Basically gives you power down,
and maintains the height of the attached equipment you determined with the hydraulic cylinder, controlled by the lift/drop hand lever @ the dash.
So: say you have a blade on the front and have it set approx 2" above the ground, with the pin out so it can "float"
You can walk to the front and lift the blade up by hand ( yes it is a Bit heavy)
drop it, and it will return 2" above the ground.
Now if you have the pin installed, it is "locked" at the height of 2" you determined, so walking to the front and trying to lift the blade up you will be lifting the whole tractor up, as it is not allowed to "float"
I hope this makes it as clear as mud

[Merk]

The only time I use the lock out pin is when I use my modified sleeve hitch for moldboard plowing. I would not use it for normal blade jobs such as moving snow or dirt.
Biggest problem when using a lock out pin in a wide frame/quiet line IH Cub Cadet is you will break pin in lift arm to blade connection(been there-done that) .