3rd function valve

crovol

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Equipment
m9000
Jul 25, 2013
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tennessee
i have a l3800 hst with loader.right now i am using my rear remotes to operate my grapple, my question is would a 3rd function valve be better and which is the best way to set it up?i am not much of a mechanic so can i do it myself and what kind of prices are we talking? thanks!
 

TripleR

Active member

Equipment
BX2200, BX2660, L5740 HSTC, M8540HDC and some other tractors and equipment
Sep 16, 2011
1,911
7
38
SE Missouri
We have one we operate with a third function and two off the rear remotes, third function is easier, but expensive, I paid $1500 for an OEM Kubota.

You can buy OEM and install it or buy components elsewhere, but my mechanical skill aren't that good.

A cheaper option we are looking at is a diverter, push the button and fluid is diverted from curl/dump to open and close the grapple, release and it goes back to curl/dump.

http://www.boltonhooks.com/hydraulics.html

MtnviewRanch may also offer one through Fit-Rite.
 

djm1204

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Equipment
L4600 HST, FEL, Root Rake, Land Pride Grapple, Two way radio
Aug 11, 2014
84
1
8
Dunnellon, FL, USA
I just recently paid $ 750 for Kubota Dealer to install a 3rd function valve on my tractor. I use it for the grapple and works great, can be opening grapple and tilting at the same time or any other combination or movements/functions.

Dan