Mrwurm
Veteran Member
- Joined
- Jan 20, 2002
- Messages
- 1,561
- Location
- South East Michigan
- Tractor
- New Holland TC30 Hydro 4x4, Gravely Zero Turn Mower
My NH loader came equipped with 45 degree hose ends that are then connected to the quick connects. This assembly then plugs into the selective control valve. On a TC30 this is not the optimal configuration as it restricts how you can attach the hoses to the valve. The dealer told me that this is because all the loaders come with the same ends regardless of tractor model application.
Right now, I have the loader off the tractor while I'm using my new snow blade. This would be a great time for me to unload the cylinders, block up the loader, remove the hoses, and take them to the shop to be refitted with straight fittings.
Here's the trouble, the shop I usually use near work, has a policy of not working on 'used' hose assemblies. You can only have new ones made. You cannot even bring your old ones in the building.
I have'nt checked anywhere else yet. Am I likely to find the same policy at other shops ? Can they safely cut off my old ends and replace them with new ones if I drain the hoses ?
Note: I know my hoses will be 3 to 5 inches shorter, but that is ok. The new hose ends will add so much more flexibility that I won't need as much length.
Right now, I have the loader off the tractor while I'm using my new snow blade. This would be a great time for me to unload the cylinders, block up the loader, remove the hoses, and take them to the shop to be refitted with straight fittings.
Here's the trouble, the shop I usually use near work, has a policy of not working on 'used' hose assemblies. You can only have new ones made. You cannot even bring your old ones in the building.
I have'nt checked anywhere else yet. Am I likely to find the same policy at other shops ? Can they safely cut off my old ends and replace them with new ones if I drain the hoses ?
Note: I know my hoses will be 3 to 5 inches shorter, but that is ok. The new hose ends will add so much more flexibility that I won't need as much length.