3pt splitter valve issue

   / 3pt splitter valve issue
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#11  
I have to reconnect everything and run it again in the morning :D

I had to unbolt the valve from it's mount. Also had to disconnect the hard lines that went from the valve to they cylinder.Kids already in bed, so till the AM :D
 
   / 3pt splitter valve issue #12  
J_J and I are in full agreement on that valve. The detent and retract spring have been messed with some and may just be very problematic trying to get them to work properly without leaking.

BTW: If you have to replace the whole valve, Surplus Center has these valves at good prices:

Good Valve

Better Valve
 
   / 3pt splitter valve issue #13  
The cover that is missing has a shoulder in it that pushes against back side of the flat washer keeping pressure on the centering/return spring. Without it the spool can not center correctly and allows your cylinder to drift out. The return from detent won't work without spring pressure pushing against the end of that cover, and that spring also pushes against the collar next to the valve which has a seal under so when you retract the spring pressure releases, collar loosens and oil leaks. You will need to identify the valve and get a new end cap/centering kit or buy a new valve.
 
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#14  
I'm checking for local vendors that may have parts, or a replacement. Used to be a place close by, but they moved a couple years ago.
 
   / 3pt splitter valve issue #15  
I think if I couldn't find the cover, I'd make myself a couple of locking tabs with holes in them and use screws to tighten them down flat against that protruding cylinder so it doesn't pop out under pressure. You might as well keep the jury-rig going. :D See below.
 

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   / 3pt splitter valve issue #16  
I would take the valve to a hydraulic shop and see if they have a cover to fit and have it serviced, new o rings and pressure adjusted with a gage. If they cant find a cover, dont fix it buy a new valve about $100. The repair should be about $25-30 with a cover. Don't try and rig it somehow, it will only cause injury, frustration and money.
 
   / 3pt splitter valve issue #17  
   / 3pt splitter valve issue
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#18  
I went to a couple local places today.

- My local tractor shop, he saw the rust on the the uncovered parts, and thought it best just to replace the valve. He said to order it online... Parts may be available, but by the time found them, would be cheaper to just order one.
- The local power tool store(chainsaws, splitters, mowers ect) is new; they could order a valve. But they recommended that I see my local tractor guy... They do not have much stock yet.
- A few miles away is a True-Valu, which also sells JD on the side. Since this is a JD "32" splitter, they were able to look it up. I saw the missing cap on the parts blow-up. Discontinued valve, with no other info. The parts guy checked to see if they had some old valves saved for spare parts, but no luck.
- The other places for hydraulics are a long enough drive, that I might as well order a new valve vs spending the fuel to drive across Sacramento.
- There used to be a much closer hydraulics shop, but the gentleman passed away. The family kept it open for a short time after. But, it is gone now.
- The greater Sacramento area is a sizable market, but all the places I would go pretty much negate the value, after I spend a tank of gas running around.

So, I am leaning towards Jinman's Texas fix, and order a new valve.....

Otherwise, at best it is cost of parts and fuel. And time. That would be more than a new valve.
 

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