3rd Function on Mahindra 4350

irsmun · Oct 28, 2013

Wow. Now that is interesting. Is it essentially a triple diverter valve?

I found this valve for the series connection. Is this compatible?

http://internationalhydraulicsus.com/hydraulic-solenoid-valve-12-vdc-4w3p-tandem-center.html

J_J · Oct 28, 2013

Yep, that should work.

Wook660 · Oct 29, 2013

Hi, I just completed this on my 4530 last week using the same valve (different brand) that you linked in post #31. I haven't had a chance to take pictures or start a new thread about it yet but was planning on it since this seems to be a common add on, but I didn't have any luck finding others who had done this on our tractor. Looks like you are on the right track. I mounted my valve on the inside of the loader frame just below where the joystick frame bolts on. I was able to connect the power beyond with an 18 inch hose straight to it and I ran the grapple lines with the loader lines throught the FEL arm for a pretty clean looking install. To control the valve I used a Warn winch wired remote control. Good luck!

irsmun · Oct 29, 2013

I'd love to see your install pics. I am all about a clean factory looking install. I am also interested to see how you mounted your quick connects at the loader. You are welcome to post your pics on this thread. I am going to document my install and put it in a new thread.

I just ordered my grapple but they are 3 weeks out on delivery. I guess they make 'em as the get 'em.

At least that gives me time to do the install.

Wook660 · Oct 29, 2013

That part I haven't quite finished yet. I haven't found anything locally yet that I liked to mount the couplings. Gonna have to find something online I think.

irsmun · Oct 29, 2013

Ok. I am having trouble finding a D03 subplate with 1/2 connections. Most all have the #6 3/8 connections. So here come my weird questions again.

Would going down to a 3/8 in the series with the PB limit or squelch my 3pt lift capability? I have to pull an 8' heavy duty cutter that weighs nearly 1400#.

What about doing this type of hookup? Would that have any negative consequences on the circuit?

My idea is to let the 1/2" flow through the PB uninterrupted but T in the 3/8" subplate in a side loop and then back to the 1/2". Not a lot of extra cost by it would keep the 1/2 flow being reduced to 3/8.

If I go to the D05 valves which seem to be standard with the 1/2" the flow rates go up significantly.

J_J · Oct 29, 2013

Did you look at these subplates.

https://www.google.com/search?q=do3...askAesr4HoAQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1163&bih=543

You can't parallel flow in an open center system as the flow will take the path of least resistance.

You are not going to like the price.

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/PARKER-Subplate-Side-Port-4UB22

MtnViewRanch · Oct 29, 2013

Try these guys. They are who I get mine from.

irsmun · Oct 29, 2013

You are right, I don't like the price. That's why I was searching for an alternate solution. One of the first subplates you posted had the proper connections and was $88 though it says it was for parallel.

That path of least resistance... you are saying that it will not take the path to the subplate as it will just flow through the 1/2 inch lines. I figured if it was under pressure that it would fill all lines and work. I can see how I might have a back flow problem but a one way valve would solve that.

I take it that reducing my lines down to 3/8 should not affect my lift capacity only my speed of the lift. Is that right?

I am not the first guy to do this. What is everyone else using? Do they just pair down to the 3/8 and back out to the 1/2?