Summit third function kits ?

[1 of U]

anyone using one of them on a LS ??
doing a install on a XG3025 as well a remote on the rear
thinking i will add a backhoe someday .

Jake

 

[3Lfarms]

I just installed a Summit 3 circuit remote multiplier kit. It’s a very nicely made setup with high quality components.

 

[Stowed4Sea]

Does LS not have a part kit for this, or is the Summit one still cheaper or better quality? When I inquired about my future MT3 series, they said I could just order and install it myself to save some money, but if the Summit option is more cost effective, I think I may also go that route. I'm still waiting to see what my quote is on that. Just curious why you are going with Summit instead of LS version.

 

[PCABE5]

Looking at the Summit page for a universal 3rd function kit it is cheaper than the 3rd function kit by LS for the MT3. The LS kit I've been told is a true 3rd and I cannot comment on Summit's as to if it's a diverter or a true 3rd function.

With that said I bought/ordered the two 3rd function kits for my MT357. One is the valve kit and the other is the hard-line kit. Still waiting for the kits to come so I don't have a review on the LS kit. TYM uses a similar kit as LS.

 

[fireworks007]

Looking at the Summit page for a universal 3rd function kit it is cheaper than the 3rd function kit by LS for the MT3. The LS kit I've been told is a true 3rd and I cannot comment on Summit's as to if it's a diverter or a true 3rd function.

With that said I bought/ordered the two 3rd function kits for my MT357. One is the valve kit and the other is the hard-line kit. Still waiting for the kits to come so I don't have a review on the LS kit. TYM uses a similar kit as LS.

Ls does not have a true 3rd function for their compact tractor line. Just talked to my dealer today about it. It would be a diverter kit.

 

[PCABE5]

Ls does not have a true 3rd function for their compact tractor line. Just talked to my dealer today about it. It would be a diverter kit.

Well I guess we'll find out. I know there is a port specifically for this valve so I'm not thinking it's a diverter as it doesn't tie into any loader lines.

Not sure what your dealer installs on their tractors or what they know. Wouldn't be the first time a dealer didn't know.

 

[1 of U]

Hello, I will give a update when finished , so far the third function kit installed and is good to go , finishing up the remote , I had a couple single control valves and using the smaller of the two for my remote in the rear . I went with this kit and made my own mount out of 1/4 X 5 flat stock .

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[PCABE5]

Summit has some very good reviews and I'm sure you'll be happy with the install. Looking forward to some pictures of your finished project.

 

[Stowed4Sea]

I'd be interested in seeing how the Summit looks compared to LS factory third function. I don't know why but the buttons on summit joystick handle make it seem cheap looking to me, but I don't know why or how they could be made to look any better.

 

[PCABE5]

This is what the LS one for the MT3 will look like for comparison.

 

[1 of U]

I will post the complete install of the Summit third function
as well as the remote , i changed my mind again and doing two remotes , one being live will run a B-hoe or wood splitter and the other will have the handle . had to machine a sleeve for the return to sump under the seat . the handle isnt bad on the Summit in my view .
i build just about all of my attachments thats why i needed the third function , welding up my other grapple now i use a bucket and a log grapple

Jake

 

[1 of U]

LS matching paint Safety Blue

 

[PCABE5]

Looks good. Also like how you built your attachments.

 

[Stowed4Sea]

Yeah, I agree it looks great! I didn't catch what part you used the spray paint on though, I guess it blended in really well.

 

[1 of U]

Hello, on the paint pic i posted to show the color match for LS tractors , the part i painted was the mount for the third function control on , .. Boy i thought i knew enough about hydraulics that this would be a breeze , Ive owned backhoes, and bocats and never gave me this much of a mis understanding , but i got a lesson on Humanility & Patience , on pressure verses flow of fluild . this project is done - finished and is good to go .. will post a complete DIY 3rd function and 2#rear remotes install with pics ,, will do a you tube video and post it aswell as this should carry over to most models that has the same frame work as the 3025 and help out owners who want to do their on installs .

 

[Stowed4Sea]

Hello, on the paint pic i posted to show the color match for LS tractors , the part i painted was the mount for the third function control on , .. Boy i thought i knew enough about hydraulics that this would be a breeze , Ive owned backhoes, and bocats and never gave me this much of a mis understanding , but i got a lesson on Humanility & Patience , on pressure verses flow of fluild . this project is done - finished and is good to go .. will post a complete DIY 3rd function and 2#rear remotes install with pics ,, will do a you tube video and post it aswell as this should carry over to most models that has the same frame work as the 3025 and help out owners who want to do their on installs .

That so8unds wonderful. about the video, the more info out there the better.

I haven't done much hydraulic work myself, but if there's one thing I've learned in life, it is that you can pretty much only be an expert in one, very very small specialized area/field where you pretty much know everything. In everything else we may then have a good working knowledge, but it's amazing how much we don't know we don't even know. Nobody is an expert on everything, which is what makes these forums so helpful I think.