Linked Pedal Install on NS 6010 HST Cab : any pointers ?

[The Gaul]

All,
About to start my install of said option. I have the kit ready to go in my shop and from reading the instructions it looks straight forward.
Having said that, I've picked up comments that 'dealerships hate installing this option', has something to do with having to remove major parts of the interior/cabin.
Nothing in the instructions would lead me to believe this is the case for my specific tractor. Could it be this is something which is not going to affect the NS XX10 series, or am I too hopeful ?
Thank you.

 

[Dave Canfield]

I had the dealer install when I bought my DK4710SE. I remember they removed the covers from the steering column to install stuff. That said, the kit may be nearly identical between the tractors. Any chance you could post the instructions? I may be able to look how the stuff is assembled in my tractor (I need to get around to rewiring the radio to the acc position rather than the on position anyway).

 

[The Gaul]

I had the dealer install when I bought my DK4710SE. I remember they removed the covers from the steering column to install stuff. That said, the kit may be nearly identical between the tractors. Any chance you could post the instructions? I may be able to look how the stuff is assembled in my tractor (I need to get around to rewiring the radio to the acc position rather than the on position anyway).

I scanned and attached the instructions. What is important to understand is that part of the install happens in the cabin, in the area of your HST pedals :

The other part is underneath the step, outside the cabin.
The is the full picture of the components that need to be installed, detail in attachment :

 

[Dave Canfield]

Thanks! It looks similar to what I remember. I will try to get time to take a look at what my tractor setup looks like tomorrow. I really like the Linked pedal system.

 

[The Gaul]

So, I just completed the install and can confirm that on an NS6010HST CAB (and most probably NX) series this is easy. Basically, you have to build 2 brackets which each hold several components. Fabricating these brackets can easily be done in the comfort of your home or shop (temps have already dropped to 10F here in Central OR). Next, one bracket goes inside the cabin and another one underneath the R footstep. The brackets get linked by 1 cable which goes through the firewall. Another cable connected to the bottom bracket goes to the throttle. That's it. Took me like 3 hours, but could repeat it in half the time based on learning curve.
Main difficulties were getting the grommet into the firewall (some WD40 helps) and pushing some of the levers into the brackets (Kioti seems to apply liberal amounts of paint to their parts, which doesn't help in case of a tight fit between new components). Easy DIY, just take your time and follow the Kor-English instructions.

 

[The Gaul]

Here are some pics of the final product.
Bracket installed in the cabin :

With the cover installed :

Outside bracket, underneath R step :

 

[The Gaul]

I used the linked pedal for a couple of hours of barn pad prep yesterday and have to say that it is a game changer for something like that.
Initially I was a bit concerned that my rpms didn't immediately drop after releasing the gas pedal, but a quick call with the dealership confirmed some of the stuff. Also seems to be that the hydraulics need to warm up before the system functions optimally.