Kioti SB66 Hydraulic Chute Deflector Kit

[racarr]

I am considering adding this kit to the front-mounted snowblower. The third function switch and ports are already installed, so basically the kit is a cylinder, hoses (about 10 feet each), and fittings on both ends, including two female quick disconnects.

The local dealer has priced this at $487.00, picked up at his storefront.

Has anyone installed a similar kit recently, and if so, was the purchase price similar?

 

[laundryboy]

I have this same snowblower on my ck4010. I honestly am not certain of the price but it sounds about right. Mine also came with a new handle for the joystick with buttons on it, so every function is ran right from there.

 

[finn1]

I have the hydraulic deflector on my ck 4010, but it was part of the package. I understand from a post on here that an electric unit is available now. I suspect it may be cheaper. Should work ok. Not much force required to turn the chute.

 

[BrkMstr]

I installed the kit a couple of weeks ago - I believe the retail is a hundred more so it's a good price - I have the SE - have not installed the front valves yet so I ran to the rear valve - the kit came with both front and rear hoses the fittings added about a hundred - the system works very well - you need to make sure you install the reducer in one of the front fittings - I believe the instructions will show the top fitting on the valve - that reduces the speed - to me it's a must have - I did not want a cab and without the ability to angle the chute meant you got covered - this way in the wind I just angle down - the kit works very well I'm sure it will be a wise purchase..

 

[racarr]

I installed the kit a couple of weeks ago - I believe the retail is a hundred more so it's a good price - I have the SE - have not installed the front valves yet so I ran to the rear valve - the kit came with both front and rear hoses the fittings added about a hundred - the system works very well - you need to make sure you install the reducer in one of the front fittings - I believe the instructions will show the top fitting on the valve - that reduces the speed - to me it's a must have - I did not want a cab and without the ability to angle the chute meant you got covered - this way in the wind I just angle down - the kit works very well I'm sure it will be a wise purchase..

Thanks. My reasons for wanting the hydraulic deflector are somewhat the same. i have a cab, but quickly adjusting the angle to better direct the snow is impossible without either the hydraulic or electric deflector.

 

[PILOON]

I have the hydraulic deflector on my ck 4010, but it was part of the package. I understand from a post on here that an electric unit is available now. I suspect it may be cheaper. Should work ok. Not much force required to turn the chute.

I guess you have never enjoyed freezing rain as that sure can render cute rotation impossible.
Takes a lot of torque to break the frozen chute loose.*
My rotation is an ATV winch and that develops enough torque to tow 4000 lbs and often not enough oomph.

On the deflector I can see electric deflector as a viable device as I have never seen icing problems at that location.

* while occasionally frozen I simply poke the ice free in favor of the VERY economical winch DIY installation.
I do keep an 'ice poker' on board at all times. (LOL, big screw driver!) Greasing the rotation surfaces also helps.

 

[PILOON]

Electric deflection is but an electric screw jack and easy to install providing U obtain the correct length.

Many on line sites offer screw jacks in +/- the $100. range. Just add wire and a proper witch.

 

[finn1]

I think the electric option is for the deflector only, not shute rotation. Don’t know for sure, just going from my interpretation of a post I read. Mine is all hydraulic. The long hoses are a pain in the buttocks, though. They tend to foul on the front tire if not strung and tied carefully. If I was buying now, I would seriously consider electric.