Alternative 3rd function?

[dlctcg]

@ericm979 - I only added the momentary switch for the 3rd function diverter valve. The other two are the HI / LO speed selector buttons for the HST.

We use the feathering feature all the time, especially with the tree / post puller (it will cut smaller saplings in half if it is closed to hard). Also it is nice to use on the grapple when placing / stacking rocks.

Our diverter valve came with a switch as part of the kit, but I didn't like how I was going to have to surface mount it, so I installed this one. It is in a very easy location to use without moving your hand from the loader valve controls. Arrow is the one I installed...

 

[lman]

@ericm979 - I only added the momentary switch for the 3rd function diverter valve. The other two are the HI / LO speed selector buttons for the HST.

We use the feathering feature all the time, especially with the tree / post puller (it will cut smaller saplings in half if it is closed to hard). Also it is nice to use on the grapple when placing / stacking rocks.

Our diverter valve came with a switch as part of the kit, but I didn't like how I was going to have to surface mount it, so I installed this one. It is in a very easy location to use without moving your hand from the loader valve controls. Arrow is the one I installed...

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I've got a NH 3040 with the same joystick. I bought the diverter valve and am about to put it together. Do you remember if the hoses with the couplings coming out of the old valves along with the hoses coming out of the metal tubing along the top arm of the loader are jic or npt fittings?

 

[1 of U]

this is how i did mine , on the 3rd function it was around $640.00 for everything ..

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Thanks for all the info and pics... I still haven't decided, but I now think that decision will be harder to make! You guys have covered all the bases, plus some more that I didn't even think of.

I'm going to start pricing out different ways ..... right now I have very shallow pockets. I may just save a bit more and do it the right way instead of cheaper

Thanks again!

 

[lman]

I got my diverter valve and switch from Summit.

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Hydraulic Quick Connect Couplers and Multiplier Valves at Factory Direct Prices

summit-hydraulics.com

 

[LD1]

Thanks for all the info and pics... I still haven't decided, but I now think that decision will be harder to make! You guys have covered all the bases, plus some more that I didn't even think of.

I'm going to start pricing out different ways ..... right now I have very shallow pockets. I may just save a bit more and do it the right way instead of cheaper

Thanks again!

Trying to skimp or do something cheap hardly ever pays off.

 

[davedj1]

Whatever it costs it is well worth it IMO
It's like anything, once you get it you will find uses for it. Not to mention the buttons on the joystick are pretty damn convenient.
The kit is a bargain you will soon learn if you have to source hoses, fittings and other parts individually.
Pay now or pay later.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Still in process trying to source all of the parts.... some places have this, others have that....
I am still leaning towards a 'kit', but I'll keep searching.....

 

[old and tired]

Kits are nice but I have about $250 in extra parts that I might never use, sitting in a bag on a shelf in the basement (just in case)!!!

(really wish this was a joke but it's not...)

 

[1 of U]

i do have a extra set of hoses to hook up to the 3rd function , when i bought mine i didnt fully understand hydraulics so i bought 2 complete sets of hoses and the fittings .. a $90.00 lesson learned,,