Is my loader valve shot & which replacement

amashinga · Aug 24, 2008

Hey folks,

Endless hassles with my old dukes loader valve, It seems to be bleeding all over the place, and missing some seals. I think it is time for a replacement, agreed ?.

I dont understand the small differences between these valves, any suggestions, or experience on what would be good for a small loader application ?. 2 by prince, 2 by brand.

Prince 1

Prince 2

Brand 1

Brand 2

(If its not obvious, I am learning as I go here)

kennyd · Aug 24, 2008

Either of the BRAND joystick valves will work good for you. I would not want one of the two-handled PRINCE valves to operate a FEL.
Another option is THIS valve from the SurplusCenter.

forester2 · Aug 25, 2008

This is probably a dumb question but when they say a port size of #8SAE what does that mean in the world of fitting sizes: in other words are they 3/4" fittings, 1/2"? What do you need to get to hook them up?

kennyd · Aug 25, 2008

forester2 said:
This is probably a dumb question but when they say a port size of #8SAE what does that mean in the world of fitting sizes: in other words are they 3/4" fittings, 1/2"? What do you need to get to hook them up?

One of these CHARTS should help you...

#8 SAE in this case means it's a 1/2" fitting (each # is 1/16th of a inch so...8/16ths = 1/2")
The SAE refers to the type of fitting, it's a straight thread with an O-Ring Boss (called ORB)

Clear as mud?

forester2 · Aug 26, 2008

That's why I love this site!!! Thanks for the info.

Bigk56 · Aug 27, 2008

Amashinga,
The valves you have listed as Brand 1 and Brand 2 are the same valve. The model number "PLV22RFSTKAB" tells everything about the valve. Brand hydraulics web site BRAND HYDRAULICS - Product Catalog explains what all the letters mean. Kenny that valve at the surplus web site is also the same one as Brand 1 and Brand 2. Surplus is more expensive than Northern however.
I installed the brand valve on my tractor about three months ago and am happy with it. You will have to order the power beyond cartridge seperately. I did have to get that from Surplus as Northern didn't list it.
Let me know if I can help.
Ken