I 'm getting ready to hook up the hydraulics to my homebuilt loader. Looking at the control valve while seated on the tractor. The ports for the left spool are labeled A and B. The A port is nearest me. When I push the lever forward which port is energized with pressure?
I called Prince first...
I have finally finished my loader for my Mitsubishi D2000 tractor and am ready to plumb in the hydraulics. The high pressure line from the pump measures close to 10mm OD. Does that sound right? Or could there be that much paint on 3/8 dia tubing. Actuall measurement is .420 inches OD.
Also I'm...
What size pivot pins should I use? The cylinders I bought have 1" pins. I was going to use 1.25" on the Yoke to Frame and Yoke to Bucket ( don't know the correct terminology). Or should I just stick with 1" since that's what's on the cylinders?
Bushings? Should I put bushings on any of the...
I have read that back pressure caused by loaders can damage the hydraulic pumps on tractors. Will the pressure relief on my Prince loader valve prevent this (See attachment)? Or should I add another relief between the loader valve and the pump?
Thanks for any info.
I have just purchased a Mitsubishi 2000 and have just finished designing a loader for it. I have purchased my high pressure cylinders and Prince loader valve from Northern Tool. My experience in hydraulics limited however I think I have most of the design figured out except for how to tie into...