King Pin/Main Opener Arm
SFA King Pin / Main Opener Arm Pin & Bushing Kit
Includes: (2) Hardened Bushings, (1) Hardened Pin, (1) Thicker Thrust Washer
The SFA King Pin / Main Opener Arm Pin & Bushing Kit is engineered to reduce wear, protect opener arm castings, and extend component life. Its hardened construction and interference-fit design minimize unwanted movement, while built-in rotation features simplify maintenance and help prevent costly, irreversible casting damage.
Key Features
Hardened Construction: Durable pin and bushings designed for extended service life.
Interference-Fit Design: Reduces unwanted movement and premature wear.
Easy Maintenance: Built-in 1/2" socket drive allows convenient pin rotation.
Indexed Rotation: Notched pin and bushings provide consistent positioning during maintenance.
Casting Protection: Helps prevent excessive wear and irreversible damage to opener arm castings.
Specifications
Recommended Rotation: Approximately every 15,000 acres
Recommended Replacement: Approximately every 30,000 acres, depending on operating conditions
Available for John Deere 50 Series, 60 Series, 90 Series & Pro-Series Openers and 2510H Anhydrous Applicators
Replaces John Deere Part Numbers: N282536, N283636, N216568
Aricks Main Opener Arm Pivot Kit-King Pin & Bushings
The Aricks Main Opener Arm Pivot Kit is a durable, cost-effective replacement for OEM components. Engineered for smooth opener arm movement and long-lasting performance, this kit features an upgraded single-piece bushing design that reduces potential wear points and delivers reliable operation in demanding no-till conditions.
Key Features
Smooth Operation: Promotes consistent opener arm movement for reliable performance.
Single-Piece Bushing Design: Eliminates the weak points associated with traditional two-piece OEM bushings.
Precision Fit: Engineered for dependable fitment and operation in tough field conditions.
Heavy-Duty Durability: Designed to meet or exceed OEM component longevity.
Cost-Effective Replacement: Delivers dependable performance at a lower cost than OEM alternatives.
RedE Heavy Duty Extended Wear Main Opener Arm Pivot Kit
The heavy-duty extended wear main opener pins and bushings bring the row unit alignment back into an optimal range.
Key Features:
Pin is hardened and precision ground for longer life.
Bushings will not crack like factory installed bushings.
Removes excess side to side movement of row unit.
Maintains 7° degree cutting disc angle reducing excessive wear on seed boot.
Keeps rows straight for better trash cutting and seed furrow forming.
Made in USA
Specifications:
Weight 2.5 lbs.
Dimensions 6.0 × 3.5 × 1.25 in.
Available for John Deere 50 Series, 60 Series & 90 Series
Replaces John Deere part numbers: N282536, N283636
Needham HD Extended Wear Main Opener Arm Pivot Kit
Key Features:
Eliminates side-to-side play
Maintains 7° cutting disc angle
Prevents excessive seed boot wear
Bushings won’t crack like factory plastic
Increases trash flow and furrow consistency
ASRS Main Pin and Bushing Kit
Key Features
50% increase in wear surface.
Pin end includes 1/2” sachet opening for rotation.
1/2” shoulder added to bushing to increase surface area.
Timing index marks aid in rotating tracking.

