loader control valve question

[BISONBUSTER]

I have a Satoh s650g with an after market front end loader(Black Hawk). The control valves(AICO) are very worn and leak like crazy. Can I replace the valve controls with any 2 spool 4way controls? I've been having trouble trying to locate one small enough. Everyone I found looks like it's made for a large piece of equipment. Can anyone recommend a good replacement system that will work?

 

[3RRL]

I'll bet something like this would fit the bill.
2 Spool Compact 10 GPM Joystick Control Valve

 

[kennyd]

That one from the SurplusCenter is a perfect fit. Where in MD are you?

 

[BISONBUSTER]

Thanks for the info. I went on that site and found another one that looks just like the one I have now...would fit perfect. It's only 5gpm though(not sure what the original is), does that matter much? I added a link to the part.


Surplus Center Item Detail

 

[kennyd]

That Cessna compact valve is great for small CUT's. The 5gpm rating is also probably enough for your tractor. You must NOT put a valve in your system that has a rating that's less than your tractor's though or you can damage your pump or overheat the hydraulic oil.

We suggested the joystick valve because it's a lot easier to operate the FEL with one-but if you have a two stick setup now and want to keep it then that is your decision. Also-that valve does not not have a float detent, something that's very handy for a FEL.