T&T with single "joystick"???

[Richard]

Been debating on trying to put a TNT onto an International 890 (or 889...forget actual number)

Anyways, it has two pair of remotes on back and I think another pair available to me if I dig into the system somewhere.

That isn't much of a concern to me yet...

Here's my question...

As I envision myself using a boxblade on the back of this tractor, I like the idea of a T&T system. I do not though, really care for the idea of two different levers, one controlling up/down and the other controlling side to side.

Is it possible to put a 4-way joystick into the system so that one stick alone can handle the up/down and side/side movements, much like the 4-way valves that are on my backhoe controls??

I'm thinking if I can start there as a "that's where I want to be" reference point, then it can be worked backwards, figuring out what else I need to make that kind of setup work.

I presume this idea would be more expensive than the normal setup? If so, any guesses as to how much more?

 

[Willl]

Is it possible to put a 4-way joystick into the system so that one stick alone can handle the up/down and side/side movements, much like the 4-way valves that are on my backhoe controls??

You bet.

In fact, I believe Surplus Center has a valve just like your looking for.

 

[Willl]

Surplus Center Item Detail

Edit; Dont know if that regen feature is something your going to want though.

 

[3RRL]

Been debating on trying to put a TNT onto an International 890 (or 889...forget actual number)

Anyways, it has two pair of remotes on back and I think another pair available to me if I dig into the system somewhere.

That isn't much of a concern to me yet...

Here's my question...

As I envision myself using a boxblade on the back of this tractor, I like the idea of a T&T system. I do not though, really care for the idea of two different levers, one controlling up/down and the other controlling side to side.

Is it possible to put a 4-way joystick into the system so that one stick alone can handle the up/down and side/side movements, much like the 4-way valves that are on my backhoe controls??

I'm thinking if I can start there as a "that's where I want to be" reference point, then it can be worked backwards, figuring out what else I need to make that kind of setup work.

I presume this idea would be more expensive than the normal setup? If so, any guesses as to how much more?

Yes, it's possible. First you have to check if your valve (already in your system) can accept a joystick to operate it. Many times there are. Otherwise you have to buy a valve which does. As a matter of fact, CCM Hyrdraulic TNT Systems offers a joystick controlled system.

 

[Richard]

Gotta love this place, thanks!!

 

[mjncad]

I've been thinking of a Fasse type solenoid valve in my loader circuit to control a future T-n-T. That way I can use the loader joystick and just flip a switch to use it for T-n-T. Besides cost of the Fasse valve, any reason not to do this?

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[3RRL]

I've been thinking of a Fasse type solenoid valve in my loader circuit to control a future T-n-T. That way I can use the loader joystick and just flip a switch to use it for T-n-T. Besides cost of the Fasse valve, any reason not to do this?

Welcom to Fasse Valves - Home Page

Actually, that's a pretty good idea. Have only one stick to control everything.
Only drawback I see is forgetting to flip the switch when needed. Probably more of a problem for me than for you though. Plus, once you got used to it, no problem. Reason I brought that up is because I often change the position where I hold the bucket while doing ground engaging work in the rear. Like lifting it while turning to avoid something. I've gotten used to carrying my bucket low until I really need to move it, and I move it back after clearing the obstacle. But I do it on the fly while I'm approaching. So if I forgot to switch, then whamo!
Heck, that should be easy to overcome though.