I am now detent-less on my DK45SE

[kco]

That is the reason I pulled them out. I see no need in the future for a detent valve. My main concern is not hearing it when it was locked in the detent to A. I don't hear that well and only noticed it when the 3pt hitch wouldn't go down.

The detentless method allows me better control to feather (as JJ pointed out the name for this) the hydraulics for things like the grapple or toplink. When I move it it stays put after I release it. Simple enough for me.

If I decide I do indeed need to go back into detent mode, I saved the balls and feel confident I can reverse this.

No need for a debate it is my tractor, I did it and am glad I did it suits my needs fine.

Thanks for sharing the pictures and method for removing the detent. I'm considering removing mine for easier feathering. If I don't remove them I will use grsthegreat's suggestion and build a loop connector.

I recently added a 75" rear pull-type snowblower with a hydraulic chute rotator. The chute turns rapidly at full RPM's. When trying to feather it, it is easy to misjudge and have it slip into the detent position, and the chute rotates further than desired. I did the testing while stopped so snow was not entering the fan. But if I make that mistake while blowing deep snow it could be very embarrasing and uncomfortable (I don't have a cab).

 

[DK35vince]

Without the ability to lock the remote you don't have the flexibility to use the remotes for a backhoe or log splitter etc.

Tarp strap to hold the control lever.
IMO easier than having to run the jumper hose all the time on the detents models in case of accidentally bumping/locking the control lever

 

[IslandTractor]

Tarp strap to hold the control lever.

Well, redneck solutions count I suppose.:thumbsup:

Next time you are near a Kioti dealer try out the newer DK rear remote. It works very nicely, especially for feathering power.

 

[DK35vince]

Well, redneck solutions count I suppose.:thumbsup:

Funny, thats what I was thinking about the jumper hose

 

[Coyote machine]

Thanks for sharing the pictures and method for removing the detent. I'm considering removing mine for easier feathering. If I don't remove them I will use grsthegreat's suggestion and build a loop connector.

I recently added a 75" rear pull-type snowblower with a hydraulic chute rotator. The chute turns rapidly at full RPM's. When trying to feather it, it is easy to misjudge and have it slip into the detent position, and the chute rotates further than desired. I did the testing while stopped so snow was not entering the fan. But if I make that mistake while blowing deep snow it could be very embarrasing and uncomfortable (I don't have a cab).

Actually I suggested the loop solution, and grsthegreat covered it again later in the thread. He can have the credit for it though, but only this one time!

 

[IslandTractor]

Funny, thats what I was thinking about the jumper hose

Touche. Although I'd argue that as the jumper hose requires purchase of real hose and fittings and doesn't just come out of junk piles it doesn't really count.:laughing:

 

[Coyote machine]

Touche. Although I'd argue that as the jumper hose requires purchase of real hose and fittings and doesn't just come out of junk piles it doesn't really count.:laughing:

Er, I asked my dealer about one and they made it up and gave it to me for free! So does that make me a redneck or not?:confused2:

 

[IslandTractor]

Er, I asked my dealer about one and they made it up and gave it to me for free! So does that make me a redneck or not?:confused2:

Getting if from a dealer automatically disqualifies you as a redneck.:laughing:

 

[Coyote machine]

Getting if from a dealer automatically disqualifies you as a redneck.:laughing:

Wait a minute, FREE qualifies same as junkyard, I get an honorable mention or you're being voted off the Island, Tractor!:thumbsup:

 

[IslandTractor]

Wait a minute, FREE qualifies same as junkyard, I get an honorable mention or you're being voted off the Island, Tractor!:thumbsup:

Real rednecks never go to dealers for anything.