So my MX has the original single rear remote. Removed the Parker female coupler set and installed a two spool block from surplus center (9-5117). Actually it is technically a 12V Solenoid Operated Double Selector Valve.
It is operated by a SPDT-CO switch, lighted also from SC. #(11-3595)
Power is supplied from a factory circuit which is provided under both rear fenders by Kubota on the MX for dealer or owner rear work lite. Circuit is always live when ignition key in ON/RUN position. Solenoid draw is minimal, <2 A.
Selector switch mounted in cab, contained on top of blue plastic electrical single box.
Rocker switch requires a ground to only activate lights. A toggle design would delete the ground lead. Solenoids are grounded at rear only.
Having to activate a switch to have the option to enjoy an additional remote is a small incovenience. Not sure how weatherproof the Solenoids are?? Tractor stored in shop so a non-issue.
In center off position, NO oil flows through valve. This solves another problem. Kubota rear remote valves on the MX and larger L series, have a bypass or leak-down issue. My hydraulic top link will settle to full cylinder length in several hours, tractor off. I originally thought it was my cylinder until I read numerous members had same experience. With this electric valve, leak-down no longer occurs. Another benefit.
In is important to mark extend and retract hoses before removal from dealer female couplers, obvious reasons !!.
The new block has SAE #8 ports. Adapters to 1/2 " pipe thread also from SC.
The dealer hose ends are male, pipe thread, 1/2" on 3 /8" hoses.
There is a similar block, from SC # 9-5117A. It is only 6 GPM and the wiring is very goofy, avoid this.
If you have a mounting bracket, simple Home Depot L bracket, bolts, connectors, wire, box, adapters, Teflon sealant, switch, your A Game, this can be accomplished in about an hour.
Since the top link has occupied the original single remote, I have NOT had a spare till now, additional rear remotes from kubota (whole goods) are $600. For just the parts and two hoses + female couplings. This option is much less costly. Several photos attached.
Lighted rocker switch sits on top of blue box. Should have taken a closer pic.
EDIT: Forgot to note that new Female Hose Couplers are required. The dealer/Kubota couplers do no align, an item for the spare parts bin. I ordered Parker breakaway female couplers. Parker is most expensive. The vendor charged Parker prices but sent Pioneer fittings. I let it go, not worth a battle. The couplers are as follows, 1/2 inch.
#Pioneer 8250-4 P50H breakaway, connect under pressure. The kubota/dealer couplers these replaced actually were labeled Parker. My implements use Pioneer #8010-4 male ends.1/2 inch. All uniform .
Acknowledge that Parker owns Pioneer. Just believe Parker fittings made to stricter standards.
It is operated by a SPDT-CO switch, lighted also from SC. #(11-3595)
Power is supplied from a factory circuit which is provided under both rear fenders by Kubota on the MX for dealer or owner rear work lite. Circuit is always live when ignition key in ON/RUN position. Solenoid draw is minimal, <2 A.
Selector switch mounted in cab, contained on top of blue plastic electrical single box.
Rocker switch requires a ground to only activate lights. A toggle design would delete the ground lead. Solenoids are grounded at rear only.
Having to activate a switch to have the option to enjoy an additional remote is a small incovenience. Not sure how weatherproof the Solenoids are?? Tractor stored in shop so a non-issue.
In center off position, NO oil flows through valve. This solves another problem. Kubota rear remote valves on the MX and larger L series, have a bypass or leak-down issue. My hydraulic top link will settle to full cylinder length in several hours, tractor off. I originally thought it was my cylinder until I read numerous members had same experience. With this electric valve, leak-down no longer occurs. Another benefit.
In is important to mark extend and retract hoses before removal from dealer female couplers, obvious reasons !!.
The new block has SAE #8 ports. Adapters to 1/2 " pipe thread also from SC.
The dealer hose ends are male, pipe thread, 1/2" on 3 /8" hoses.
There is a similar block, from SC # 9-5117A. It is only 6 GPM and the wiring is very goofy, avoid this.
If you have a mounting bracket, simple Home Depot L bracket, bolts, connectors, wire, box, adapters, Teflon sealant, switch, your A Game, this can be accomplished in about an hour.
Since the top link has occupied the original single remote, I have NOT had a spare till now, additional rear remotes from kubota (whole goods) are $600. For just the parts and two hoses + female couplings. This option is much less costly. Several photos attached.
Lighted rocker switch sits on top of blue box. Should have taken a closer pic.
EDIT: Forgot to note that new Female Hose Couplers are required. The dealer/Kubota couplers do no align, an item for the spare parts bin. I ordered Parker breakaway female couplers. Parker is most expensive. The vendor charged Parker prices but sent Pioneer fittings. I let it go, not worth a battle. The couplers are as follows, 1/2 inch.
#Pioneer 8250-4 P50H breakaway, connect under pressure. The kubota/dealer couplers these replaced actually were labeled Parker. My implements use Pioneer #8010-4 male ends.1/2 inch. All uniform .
Acknowledge that Parker owns Pioneer. Just believe Parker fittings made to stricter standards.
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