Replace agro couplers with flat faced?

[future_vision]

I have a Kiot DK6010SE and use the Kioti DKA144 3rd function kit. This has agro style couplers. 3/8″ ISO 7241-A Style Male and Female Couplers to be precise. I was thinking of swapping these out for flat faced couplers since the agro style is a real PITA. Should I do this? What about on the rear remotes?

 

[D&D]

I have a Kiot DK6010SE and use the Kioti DKA144 3rd function kit. This has agro style couplers. 3/8″ ISO 7241-A Style Male and Female Couplers to be precise. I was thinking of swapping these out for flat faced couplers since the agro style is a real PITA. Should I do this? What about on the rear remotes?

They are all a pita to some degree. IMO, you won’t gain anything but a lighter wallet unless you’re switching attachments between machines.

 

[future_vision]

My thing is attaching the grapple on the front and the backhoe on the back. Always need to be using some type of cloth and a 'pressure applicator' to relieve the pressure so I can get the coupler seated. Not so worried about the couples at the loader. The loader rarely is taken off.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

My thing is attaching the grapple on the front and the backhoe on the back. Always need to be using some type of cloth and a 'pressure applicator' to relieve the pressure so I can get the coupler seated. Not so worried about the couples at the loader. The loader rarely is taken off.

If this seems to be a constant issue for you, then get some Connect under-pressure couplers.
You only need them on the implement-attachment side. You can always relieve the pressure on the tractor side.

 

[D&D]

My thing is attaching the grapple on the front and the backhoe on the back. Always need to be using some type of cloth and a 'pressure applicator' to relieve the pressure so I can get the coupler seated. Not so worried about the couples at the loader. The loader rarely is taken off.

Relieving pressure on attachment or tractor side? Me, I just use m/f couplers on tractor and on attachment then connect the attachment hoses together after unhooking.
Others use the Irwin Xboom q/c and others have modified different tools for the task.

XBoom Excavator Coupler System (Excavator Skid Steer Loader Adapter Coupler System)

 

[grsthegreat]

I have both types….both suck. I tried going with the type that can attach under pressure, but after buying the clamp style attachment tool, its no big deal anymore. But the last flat faced parker set i bought set me back about $190.

 

[D&D]

I have both types….both suck. I tried going with the type that can attach under pressure, but after buying the clamp style attachment tool, its no big deal anymore. But the last flat faced parker set i bought set me back about $190.

If you have the Irwin style can you use it to release the coupler too? (As in this post?)

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/simple-tool-for-operating-hydraulic-couplers.441066/page-2

 

[Hay Dude]

IMO, flat face couplers are more hype than substance.

 

[grsthegreat]

If you have the Irwin style can you use it to release the coupler too? (As in this post?)

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/simple-tool-for-operating-hydraulic-couplers.441066/page-2

Never needed it to release, so never tried. It’s the attaching that is a pita, especially with some oil on hands. Yes, it’s the Irwin tool. Great investment on my old hands

 

[hayden]

IMO, flat face couplers are more hype than substance.

I think the ONLY thing they do better is dribble and piddle less fluid. And maybe they support higher flow rates in larger sizes? I know I needed 3/4" rather than 1/2" FF on my excavator to be within the flow rate specs for the coupler..

 

[hayden]

Oh, and the female side doesn't fill up with dirt and crap the way ag couplers do.

 

[Hay Dude]

Oh, and the female side doesn't fill up with dirt and crap the way ag couplers do.

A simple $2 rubber cap solves that.
Those should always be used, no matter the coupler.

 

[future_vision]

Relieving pressure on attachment or tractor side? Me, I just use m/f couplers on tractor and on attachment then connect the attachment hoses together after unhooking.
Others use the Irwin Xboom q/c and others have modified different tools for the task.

XBoom Excavator Coupler System (Excavator Skid Steer Loader Adapter Coupler System)

Ok. This seems interesting but the price! Really?

 

[future_vision]

If you have the Irwin style can you use it to release the coupler too? (As in this post?)

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/simple-tool-for-operating-hydraulic-couplers.441066/page-2

More of an issue getting them on when the implement is under pressure. Always end up needing to bleed of the pressure so they attach. Surprised there isn't a tool for that.

 

[sdef]

The issue on the implement side during storage is due to fluid pressure changes in the lines due to ambient air temperature changes or sunlight on the hydraulic lines. I made these with plumbing parts from a big box store and keep them on the implement(s) when not in use. They keep the connectors clean and the tiny hole drilled into the cap keeps the hydraulic pressure from building up. Before assembly, stuff the caps with a rag or paper towels to keep any hydraulic fluid from seeping out the weep hole.

 

[Hay Dude]

3 of my my Ag tractors come with a complex system of drain lines that connect in a bunch of plastic fittings that drain into a plastic reservoir. It ends up leaking and falling apart. Just a big mess.


All my tractor side female couplers have snap caps. Little dirt ends up in them.
I highly suggest the snap caps.

 

[future_vision]

The issue on the implement side during storage is due to fluid pressure changes in the lines due to ambient air temperature changes or sunlight on the hydraulic lines. I made these with plumbing parts from a big box store and keep them on the implement(s) when not in use. They keep the connectors clean and the tiny hole drilled into the cap keeps the hydraulic pressure from building up. Before assembly, stuff the caps with a rag or paper towels to keep any hydraulic fluid from seeping out the weep hole.

This looks like you are detaching the lines and leaving the couplers in place and attached to each other. Am I seeing this correctly?

 

[BryceSteiner]

This here worked great for me:
Amazon.com
Flat face won't solve the problem IMO.

 

[future_vision]

This here worked great for me:
Amazon.com
Flat face won't solve the problem IMO.

That's an idea but what is with the pricing for these and other gadgets posted here. Must be limited production impacting the pricing.

 

[Shawn T. W.]

Have you seen this ... https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums...ief-tool-easier-hydraulic-connections.468831/