2520 - Diverter Valve Project

Hey Guys
I have been working on this project the last few weeks. Again wanted to thank Kenny for his help especially for his post which got me going on this - http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/customization/48310-added-remote-fel.html
I used the same Gresen valve for the project which I bought at Surplus Supply - Surplus Center Item Detail
I painted the valve with JD primer and Black enamel. Next, I located a mounting spot on my 2520 - I felt that the frame for the loader mast was the best spot. To fit the valve - I need to tilt it to the left a bit so it clears the fuel water separator and the mast. If this isn't done - the fitting on the top right won't clear the mast. I clamped the valve to the frame and drilled the two mounting holes then tapped them to accept a 1/4 20 3 inch machine screw. Once I knew my location I ordered fittings from Discount Hydraulics and picked some up from my local supply shop. I had my hoses made at my JD dealership. I wanted the lines to follow the original hose path as closely as possible. Kenny helped me with this as well - the curl / dump valves from the tractor feed the P T ports on the valve (yellow and silver). These feed through the valve when it is de-energized and exit via ports C1 and C4. When energized the C2 and C3 circuit will be active to my grapple (plan to purchase a WR Long 48in RGB-2). I will run the hoses for the grapple after purchase but have the quick connects already installed. Next phase is electrical and hook up of the Otto Joystick I bought - will post on completion. Any questions just ask - Cheers, Brad

Looks good , Now where is the grapple.....
Kenny is sharp when it comes to hydraulics.
he explains it where is easy to understand.
soon as i am done with all my house projects. I am going
to get started on mine. i really want a grapple...

Chris...

Great job Brad

Great job Brad. I almost purchased the 2520 myself until the salesman talked me into the 3120 instead. The fact that he did not have one in stock when I went in to buy it may have had something to do with the upsell but he did give me a great deal.

It never fails to amaze me whenever I see all the creativity and work you guys put into the hydraulic improvements on your 2520's.

One question: The hoses on the right below the step/platform seem to extend outward and hang a little low. Perhaps this is from the angle of the pictures. Are there any plans in the works to fabricate some kind of shield to shroud these hoses and would the mid mount mower still work with this setup?

Thanks for the comments! Yes, the hoses do seem to be in a precarious position. They loop through a hose holder and run to the loader SCV vavlves. My two hoses I had made do not have the fixed ends to angle into the quick connects so they stick out a bit - I am thinking about manufacturing some protection for them not so much for a heavy blow but to avoid branches and other entanglements. The mower should work fine - the difference from the stock position is negligible in my opinion. Chris - I can't wait to get a grapple! However the money spent on my new hydraulics has set me back a bit - may be some time until I get the nod from the boss...Kenny thanks again for your comment and help - may need to contact you when I set up the electrical to my joystick. I will add to the post as I make progress. This has been and continues to be a fun project

Cheers, Brad

Chris2520 said:

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soon as i am done with all my house projects. Chris...

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Chris - you mean your house is more important than your tractor hahahah

No problem Brad, Glad to help.

It's raining here today...kids games are postponed...I may get a chance to put my joystick handle on FINALLY

Cool Kenny - can't wait to see how you make out. Will need that plow on soon I bet

Brad

lincolnvt said:

Chris - you mean your house is more important than your tractor hahahah

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Well , not really
it just seems the house stuff is takeing all the money....

Chris.....

Did you use the Single Pole Double Throw Center Off 9-5117 or the Single Pole Single Throw 9-5117-A, just wondering

Dave