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Vintage Farm Equipment Parts & Repair Resource Center
Cottage Craft Works offers a vintage farm equipment resource center with general guides covering agricultural steel detachable chain and attachment links, measurements, sprockets, bearings, and obsolete part identification, plus implement-specific repair resources for manure spreaders, corn pickers, sickle mowers, hay balers, rakes, and corn planters.
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Equipment-Specific Repair Resources
Manure Spreaders
New Idea apron chains, drive parts, sprockets, shields, and service tips.
Corn Pickers & Harvesters
New Idea picker gathering and elevator drives, chains, attachments, and related repairs.
Sickle Mowers & Cutter Bars
IHC, John Deere, and New Holland mower pitman, gearbox, clutch, lift, and cutter bar parts.
Hay Balers & Rakes
John Deere, New Holland, Esch, and other hay equipment pickup, feeder, knotter, and rake parts.
Equipment resource category: add links as guides are published.
Corn Planters
IHC and John Deere seed and fertilizer equipment, press wheels, and related parts.
Equipment resource category: add links as guides are published.
Repair Tips: Before You Order
Record the manufacturer, model, and any casting or part numbers.
Photograph the original part and its installed orientation.
Measure unworn surfaces; for detachable chain use the P, M, E, D, and T reference dimensions.
Inspect sprockets, bearings, alignment, and adjacent attachments for related wear.
Compare against diagrams and confirm fitment before ordering.
Shop Related Farm Equipment Parts
New Holland 451/456 PTO Sickle Mower Parts — https://cottagecraftworks.com/new-holland-451-456-pto-sickle-mower-parts
IHC Mower Pitman Parts — https://cottagecraftworks.com/ihc-mower-pitman-parts
J.D. Big 4 Mower Axle Drive & Flywheel Parts — https://cottagecraftworks.com/j-d-big-4-mower-axle-drive-flywheel-parts
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I start if I do not know my part number?
Identify the machine manufacturer and model, compare the original part with the illustrated guide, and measure critical dimensions before ordering.
Can one detachable chain size be used on several farm implements?
Yes. Steel detachable chain is used across several kinds of agricultural equipment, but chain size, attachment configuration, sprocket fit, and application must all match.
Is steel detachable chain the same as roller chain?
No. Steel detachable chain uses formed, hooked interlocking links; roller chain uses pins, bushings, and often rollers. They are not interchangeable simply because they look similar.
How do I choose an attachment link?
Confirm the detachable chain number, then compare the attachment shape, mounting position, hole spacing, and equipment application with the original.
Do these guides replace the original equipment manual?
No. Use the manufacturer's service and parts manuals for model-specific safety procedures, specifications, and adjustments.
Parts identification reminder: Equipment condition, production changes, and previous repairs may affect fitment. Compare measurements and consult the original manufacturer’s manual for safety-critical procedures.