Custom hydraulic backhoe thumb

[slicktierney]

Dave;
I called valve mfg direct, they had no problem shipping one to me. I emailed for a quote first, they are in Ct.

[dfkrug]

Originally Posted by slicktierney

I called valve mfg direct, they had no problem shipping one to me. I emailed for a quote first, they are in Ct.

Direct from Hydraforce?! That's great news! They told me I had to go to
one of their distis. I would MUCH prefer to go manuf-direct. What did you
pay for this valve, assuming you used the same one I did?

[dfkrug]

Originally Posted by 3RRL

How is everything holding up? Are the function and use as designed working just as you thought?

It has worked so well that I used the same approach (and same valve) on
my 4-in-1 bucket. Notice that there are very few added hoses....I just
hate to snag hoses.

As for wear and breakdown....lets just say that I am glad I went to 1 inch
pins (I used 3/4" in my prototype). Many times I grab a rock and it breaks
in half, due to the pressure and the sharp hard "rock share" thumb tip I
used.

Thx, Rob!

[slicktierney]

I first emailed them for a price quote. They told me $45. +shipping and 3 weeks to get it. I called the guy tues 24th and he said they would make it from parts and send it much sooner. I'm in no rush anyways, thats 3 projects away.

[slicktierney]

Dave;
Pm'd you for 25 mm pin p/n's Thanks