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Loner16
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I've wanted remote hydraulics on my B-7800 for a long time, to power a hydro top link, a possible log splitter, a chipper, and anything else I could possibly dream up.
When I started this project, I didn't know the first thing about hydraulics. I had zero experience with it, unless one could occasional Porta Power use experience. But, I did alot of reading on the subject as it pertains to tractors. I'm no expert, but i learned alot through this project.
I liked the way the original Kubota system mounted the control valve, but I didn't like the way it clamped to the ROPS, and the way it protruded to the outside seemingly more than necessary. I also like to use existing holes wherever possible, so I made my own mount for the Cross AD two spool control valve I purchased..
So here's the mount I fabricated, all drilled for the Cross AD valve..
And painted Kubota ROPS grey...
What I'll merely call "the clamp" custom made from 6061 aluminum to support the offset quick copulers, and prevent them from unscrewing due to vibration.. Three 10-24 SS socket head cap screws provide the grip on the Snap-Tite couplers...
The Cross AD valve painted ROPS grey, plumbed and mocked up. A few fittings were subsequently changed for the final installation..
The new hose connected to the hydraulic block for the Front End Loader..
The routing of hoses up to the valve, and a view of the "tee" to the tank..
When I started this project, I didn't know the first thing about hydraulics. I had zero experience with it, unless one could occasional Porta Power use experience. But, I did alot of reading on the subject as it pertains to tractors. I'm no expert, but i learned alot through this project.
I liked the way the original Kubota system mounted the control valve, but I didn't like the way it clamped to the ROPS, and the way it protruded to the outside seemingly more than necessary. I also like to use existing holes wherever possible, so I made my own mount for the Cross AD two spool control valve I purchased..
So here's the mount I fabricated, all drilled for the Cross AD valve..
And painted Kubota ROPS grey...
What I'll merely call "the clamp" custom made from 6061 aluminum to support the offset quick copulers, and prevent them from unscrewing due to vibration.. Three 10-24 SS socket head cap screws provide the grip on the Snap-Tite couplers...
The Cross AD valve painted ROPS grey, plumbed and mocked up. A few fittings were subsequently changed for the final installation..
The new hose connected to the hydraulic block for the Front End Loader..
The routing of hoses up to the valve, and a view of the "tee" to the tank..