Snow plow hydraulic question

[rtm038]

Hello all,
I just picked up a used Meyer snow plow blade that I plan on fitting to the front of my JD2520 by means of custom made frame mount. Now I know from past posts that I can hook each single-acting angle cylinder to the SCV's dump/curl ports, however can I hook-up the single-acting lift cylinder to the SCV's "raise" port and leave the SCV's "lower" port disconnected? If I did this, would the oil trapped in the base of the cylinder be able to travel back to the reservior when the joystick is moved to the "lower" position.

 

[zzvyb6]

Yes it should. However I recommend using a double acting lift/drop cylinder in this position because its handy to have downforce on the plow when chewing through ice covered pathways, especially when backing up with the plow down. This is useful when plowing the cement part of my driveway when cars have been parking on it for a while. I also built a custom frame for attaching the truck plow (as you can see). Other advice is to keep the plow blade as close to the front of the tractor as possible. This reduces the tendency for the tractor to be steered by the angled blade instead of the front tires. BTW: Leave pleny of room for adding front weights as necessary.

 

[kennyd]

Yes, it will work fine-but when the stick is pushed forward to lower the system will go into relief because nothing is plugged into that port.

I also agree with ZZ that having downforce is nice...but you can always add a DA cylinder later.

 

[rtm038]

Yes it should. However I recommend using a double acting lift/drop cylinder in this position because its handy to have downforce on the plow when chewing through ice covered pathways, especially when backing up with the plow down. This is useful when plowing the cement part of my driveway when cars have been parking on it for a while. I also built a custom frame for attaching the truck plow (as you can see). Other advice is to keep the plow blade as close to the front of the tractor as possible. This reduces the tendency for the tractor to be steered by the angled blade instead of the front tires. BTW: Leave pleny of room for adding front weights as necessary.

I was planning on using a chain to lift the plow, like a regular plow set-up, but I may end up going with a set-up like your's, in which case I would use a double-acting cylinder to take advantage of the down pressure feature.

Yes, it will work fine-but when the stick is pushed forward to lower the system will go into relief because nothing is plugged into that port.

If the system goes into full relief, the weight of the plow should collapse the lift cylinder- correct?

Thanks for the replies guys,
Ryan

 

[kennyd]

If the system goes into full relief, the weight of the plow should collapse the lift cylinder- correct?

Thanks for the replies guys,
Ryan

Yes, that is correct. Just don't be "alarmed" when you hear the engine bog down a little.

 

[beenthere]

rtm038
The connection of the 3 hyd cylinders works just fine the way you plan to use it. And there is no 'load' on the engine from hitting a relief when lowering the single acting cylinder conencted to the plow with a chain. At least not on my JD 4300. I worried about the same thing, but didn't happen.

 

[rtm038]

rtm038
The connection of the 3 hyd cylinders works just fine the way you plan to use it. And there is no 'load' on the engine from hitting a relief when lowering the single acting cylinder conencted to the plow with a chain. At least not on my JD 4300. I worried about the same thing, but didn't happen.

O.K., thanks. BTW, when you get a chance, check your PM- sent you a reply

Ryan

 

[naturescreations89]

I have a 2004 john deere 4110 with a 410 loader.want to install a meyer snow plow to the 410 loader.Need advise on how to hook up meyer angle cylinders(not meyer pump) to the 410 loader
Thanks Scott

 

[kennyd]

I have a 2004 john deere 4110 with a 410 loader.want to install a meyer snow plow to the 410 loader.Need advise on how to hook up meyer angle cylinders(not meyer pump) to the 410 loader
Thanks Scott

Welcome to TBN Scott

You will need to add another circuit to run the angle, that can be done a couple of different ways...

1) A "diverter" solenoid valve that diverts fluid from the curl circuit to the plow angle when a button is pushed. You can view my thread on it HERE, as well as plenty others if you search the term "diverter"

2) A rear remote valve powered from the Power Beyond kit, long hoses can be ran from the rear to the front to control the plow. Other implements can also be controlled with it. You can view my thread HERE.

Either option will cost from $300 to $500 to install. I will also tell you that I had bad luck with my FEL plow that I built for my 4110, I do not belive the tractor is big enough for a loader mounted plow-but that is just my opinion. Please make use of the search feature...this has all been discussed 100's of times. You also may consider starting a new thread...

 

[naturescreations89]

Ok thank you for your info and quick responce.The only reason i am thinking about the meyer is because i cant seem to locate any other plow for the front.Do you have any connections for a reasonably priced front plow for my 4110?
thanks scott