 Re: JD 970 Power Beyond Plumbing...want to add valve for flail mower side slide cylin
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Originally Posted by ttkeeler  Now my next question is going to be what size of lines should I run to and from this valve? The PB lines that connect to the backhoe look to be 1/2". I assume that an 'open center' valve means that it has thru flow anytime it is in the center position so I should run 1/2" supply and return lines? My FEL has all 3/8" lines and I have been running 1/4" lines to the flail side to side slide cylinder. | You should match your PB lines for the IN and OUT ports since these line have continuous flow whenever the tractor is running. 1/4" for the flail is fine. Yes, open center means what you said 
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