MF GC1720 w/ FEL Mounted Hydraulic Snowblade & Diverter Valve

[Clipse3GT]

Clipse,

I assume the $1730 price does not include the 3rd function diverter??? Any idea what that component and install ran you?

No, it was just for blade and got the shoes.

The valve install was about $750 for valve, parts, hoses, and labor. The install was done properly fused, routed hoses, and made it look OEM and not out of place.

 

[tjcooke]

I have a question about this set up...since the valve with solenoid is mounted on the FEL, and the wiring for the push button goes from the solenoid to the existing joystick on the tractor, what do you do if you need to take the FEL off??

Thanks.

 

[Langanobob]

tj,

Good question. I installed a bucket grapple on my loader bucket along with a diverter valve and switch, very similar to Clipse’s installation. Not being very thorough in my planning I didn’t realize I’d painted myself into a corner until I had to remove the loader to hook up the snowblower. I disconnected the switch wiring and took the switch off of the joystick and left it all with the loader. The switch was taped on with electrical tape so removing it was easy. I plan on reconnecting it with an SAE or similar connector so next time I can just unplug it.