2605H xtra (third) hydraulics function question.

[JWR]

LD1 said "...to my knowledge...I don't know of a manufacturer that offers a diverter as a factory kit. Only 3rd function kits." I just saw a new literature/brochure last week from MF bragging that they now handle two concurrent movements under hydraulic control. It was loader-related. They did not specifically say Diverter or Flow divider but the marketing claim implied to me that they must be providing it now at least on some models. I have dug around and can't find the ad in reasonable search time but when I do find it I will come back and post the page with the verbiage.

 

[AbbiesFarm]

I have a 2607H and have a similar setup. A kit installed by the dealers mobile tech. Mine did come with a cover plate. Here is a pic I already have on my phone. It was to show the flatface bracket, but behind it you can see 4 bolts that hold the thick plate that covers the diverter valve. Mine works with a button on the main loader lever, push and hold button and the tilt control now becomes the grapple open close. Works slick. I wouldn't want to have to grab a separate lever to operate the grapple.

 

[JWR]

Picts are not yet handy (can provide) but I saw [Fri. 3 Dec 21] a MF 1825E with an FLx 2407 loader which has this same location for the plumbing and apparent diverter valve located mid the cross member on the loader frame as the OP has. It had what looks like a stiff molded heavy plastic cover over the central area & valve. The molded appearance means to me it is a factory cover. This loader is NOT even one with the "lines inside the loader frame" so that excuse is not there. I can sort of see the cleanliness of the installation where you have lines inside the loader frame like the OP IF AND ONLY IF they provide a good protective cover. In truth that is easy to add/fix.

AbbiesFarm pict in post # 12 shows a way better/stronger protective plumbing covering on his 2607H.

 

[Dave Pic]

I have a 2607H and have a similar setup. A kit installed by the dealers mobile tech. Mine did come with a cover plate. Here is a pic I already have on my phone. It was to show the flatface bracket, but behind it you can see 4 bolts that hold the thick plate that covers the diverter valve. Mine works with a button on the main loader lever, push and hold button and the tilt control now becomes the grapple open close. Works slick. I wouldn't want to have to grab a separate lever to operate the grapple.

I have a friend that is going to fabricate some type of shield to protect the vale. I think that its going to look similar to what you have. Just a little pissed that I have to do this.

 

[AbbiesFarm]

I suspect the dealer put it all together, connected the hoses and then realized the metal plate goes on first before the hoses and then decided not to bother with the plate. Probably wouldn't hurt to bring up to them, give them a chance to make it right.

 

[Dave Pic]

I suspect the dealer put it all together, connected the hoses and then realized the metal plate goes on first before the hoses and then decided not to bother with the plate. Probably wouldn't hurt to bring up to them, give them a chance to make it right.

I actually called the dealer yesterday. They have never seen a cover for them. They said that they would check. Called Agco parts today and found out that is a factory part. There is NO cover/shield offered! I explained just how stupid the location was, and then was told that I would have to fabricate something myself. I figured that it would go this way, but, for the amount that the machine cost, I would have thought that Agco would have a better way. I hope this isn't the beginning of me missing my John Deere!

 

[AbbiesFarm]

Your dealer is full of S$%t. Mine was a dealer installed 3rd function kit, that included a plate. Let's back up a step. I'm assuming your loader is 911x? #22 in the diagram and parts list.

 

[Dave Pic]

Your dealer is full of S$%t. Mine was a dealer installed 3rd function kit, that included a plate. Let's back up a step. I'm assuming your loader is 911x? #22 in the diagram and parts list.

yes, 911X But I can't even find out what brand of valve it is. It sure looks like the same one to me!! Yes, according to your diagram, that would be it. Can you send me a pic of the valve, mounted on your tractor. When I get that, I'll take a ride with the info and part number.

 

[Dave Pic]

Just an update. I have a summit valve. I have contacted summit, and it looks like I'm on my own. Thanks for all the input. Be safe.

 

[Dave Pic]

A few pics of what I came up with to protect the valve, and to remove stack so I could get into my workshop.