Upper Parallel Arm for John Deere Max Emerge and Exact Emerge Planter Row Units

Description

When your planter’s not holding consistent depth or the row units are bouncing more than they should, those upper parallel arms are often the culprit. After thousands of acres, the bushings wear out and things start getting sloppy. This extended 23-inch replacement arm gets your row unit geometry back where it should be so your seed placement stays consistent across uneven ground.

What You’re Getting

• Extended 23-inch length provides proper clearance and movement for modern planter applications
• Heavy-duty construction handles the constant stress and vibration of planting operations
• Precision bushings ensure smooth operation and consistent row unit control
• Direct replacement design fits without modifications or special tools needed
• Quality AgSmart construction built to handle thousands of acres per season

Built for Real Farm Work

This arm works on John Deere’s Max Emerge 2, Plus, Pro, XP, XP Pro, and Max Emerge 5 row units, plus Exact Emerge planters and the 1530 and 1535 drill units. These are the workhorses that plant most of the corn and soybeans in this country, from 4-row planters on smaller farms to big 36-row machines covering serious acreage. Whether you’re no-tilling into heavy residue or conventional planting in worked ground, this arm maintains the precise row unit control that affects seed-to-soil contact.

Made to Last

Parallel arms take a beating from rocks, roots, and the constant flexing that comes with following ground contours. This one’s built with quality materials and proper heat treatment to handle those demanding conditions. The bushings are designed to maintain their fit even after seasons of dirt, moisture, and the jarring impacts that come with serious planting work.

Installation Notes

This is typically a wintertime shop job when you’ve got the row units off for maintenance. You’ll need basic hand tools and a press or good vise to remove the old bushings and install new ones. When you’re putting things back together, make sure all the parallel arm bolts are properly torqued – loose hardware here affects your entire planting setup.