When it comes to planters and drills, we all tend to focus on the “big stuff” — openers, gauge wheels, seed boots. But often, it’s the small parts that quietly cause the biggest headaches. Case in point: your cover plates and T-handles.
They may seem like minor pieces, but when they start wearing out, you’ll feel it where it counts — in your seed depth, stand consistency, and eventually, your bottom line.
Let’s break down why upgrading to Aricks Heavy-Duty Cover Plates and T-Handles is a simple move that pays off in a big way.
The Problem: Slop, Rattle & Inconsistent Seeding
If you’ve run a Deere 60/90 or Pro-series drill for a few seasons, you’ve probably heard it — that annoying rattle or slop in the row units. That’s usually a sign that your factory cover plates and T-handles are starting to wear.
Over time, those parts loosen up. Cover plates shift. T-handles lose tension, which leads to inconsistent seed depth, that directly affects emergence, especially in tougher soil conditions.
It’s a slow, creeping issue — but it adds up. Missed emergence means missed yield.
Heavy-Duty Cover Plates
Aricks didn’t just beef up the metal — they rethought the fit. These plates are designed with:
- Thicker steel for better durability
- Tighter tolerance to eliminate side-to-side movement
- Longer wear life, even in rocky or sticky soils
You’re not just preventing wear — you’re locking in consistency. And that matters in every single acre.
T-Handles That Don’t Quit
T-handles might be one of the most overlooked parts on your drill. But when they wear out, your whole depth control system suffers.
Aricks’ heavy-duty T-handles are:
- Built with positive-lock engagement, so they stay set
- Easier to adjust on the fly
- Less likely to work loose in rough ground
You set your depth once — and it stays there.
What It Really Saves You
Let’s be real: nobody likes swapping parts mid-season, and constantly readjusting row units gets old fast. By upgrading to Aricks heavy-duty components, you’re:
- Saving time during planting
- Reducing in-season repairs
- Extending the life of your entire row unit
- Improving stand uniformity and seed placement
And let’s not forget the value of peace of mind. When your hardware holds strong, you focus less on fixes — and more on farming.
Trusted by Farmers.
These upgrades from Aricks were made by people who’ve walked fields, fought mud, and pulled apart more drills than they’d care to admit.