SixSpeed5
Member
- Joined
- Feb 23, 2012
- Messages
- 26
- Location
- Dade City, Florida
- Tractor
- Yanmar 359C, Kubota M135x/4630, Unimog, Deere 650/Ford 340B
Hey Guys,
I have a 1986 Ford 340B with a front end loader, I am wanting to modernize the tractor a little by converting the loader to quick attach, and I would like to to add a third function so I can use a grapple. I am a competent welder/fabricator, so the quick attach is no problem, but I am still learning hydraulics and what my best route might be. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. As much as I would love to drop it off and pick it up with a third function, budget is tight so I will have to learn myself some hydraulics and DIY.
Tractor has an open center system, 22GPM. My current loader valve is in need of a rebuild, it has some miles (abuse) on it. I mainly am trying to figure out if I should have it rebuilt and modify the system for a third function, or if I should buy a valve like this one and plumb it into my system:
3 Spool 25 GPM Prince Joystick Loader Control Valve with Grapple 9 8217 | eBay
Does anyone know if there is a port available on the factory valve where I can add a single spool valve?
I don't mind having a separate lever for my grapple.
I have a 1986 Ford 340B with a front end loader, I am wanting to modernize the tractor a little by converting the loader to quick attach, and I would like to to add a third function so I can use a grapple. I am a competent welder/fabricator, so the quick attach is no problem, but I am still learning hydraulics and what my best route might be. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. As much as I would love to drop it off and pick it up with a third function, budget is tight so I will have to learn myself some hydraulics and DIY.
Tractor has an open center system, 22GPM. My current loader valve is in need of a rebuild, it has some miles (abuse) on it. I mainly am trying to figure out if I should have it rebuilt and modify the system for a third function, or if I should buy a valve like this one and plumb it into my system:
3 Spool 25 GPM Prince Joystick Loader Control Valve with Grapple 9 8217 | eBay
Does anyone know if there is a port available on the factory valve where I can add a single spool valve?
I don't mind having a separate lever for my grapple.
