3rd function valve on a B2601

[Tomztoy]

I had a dealer install a 3rd function valve for a grapple. I got the B2601 back (again) today and thought it was strange that it stuck out so far.
I am not real handy doing this kind of work but I think it should be installed on the inside of the vertical support not the outside. The kit is from a Land Pride, dealer said no Kubota kits were available.
The first time I got the tractor back hydraulic fluid shot out in a stream under pressure (all over my truck) so back it went.
Am I asking to much to have it located correctly?

Thanks for your thoughts

 

[Michigankubota]

Go to Messics site and look for the 3rd valve and check out the install directions.

 

[Dave_eng]

I had a dealer install a 3rd function valve for a grapple. I got the B2601 back (again) today and thought it was strange that it stuck out so far.
I am not real handy doing this kind of work but I think it should be installed on the inside of the vertical support not the outside. The kit is from a Land Pride, dealer said no Kubota kits were available.
The first time I got the tractor back hydraulic fluid shot out in a stream under pressure (all over my truck) so back it went.
Am I asking to much to have it located correctly?

Thanks for your thoughts

You may not fully understand what is installed on your tractor.
My interpretation of your photo is that you now have a hydraulic selector valve. Probably it uses the bucket hydraulic circuit and sends that high pressure and return flow to your grapple. Think of it as a toggle switch.

You have control of your bucket OR you have control of your grapple.
The bucket remains locked in place while you use the grapple.

This selector valve likely has 6 hoses + some wiring going to it.
It can be difficult to package all that plumbing hence the location chosen. Depending upon your concerns, you could install a guard over it.

Dave

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

I'm sorry, but that is the most half a$$ed install I've ever seen on third function valve!
Why would anyone mount it there, it's out in open to get wacked.

 

[BAP]

I'm sorry, but that is the most half a$$ed install I've ever seen on third function valve!
Why would anyone mount it there, it's out in open to get wacked.

I agree. That looks like an install done by Dumb and Dumber.

 

[wgator]

Yeah, as others have said your dealer really screwed up that install. Click HERE for the land pride install instructions from the Messick's site. Not only is it mounted on the wrong side it is also missing a Z bracket between the valve block and the vertical support which puts it inboard even more.