Is the BH77 backhoe plumbing good for anything fun?

[sgtboz]

Obviously with my BH77 there is a hydraulic hose that runs from the power beyond (I think) to the back of my L3700. I presume this, then, goes into the valves on the BH77.

Is there any useful purpose of this hydraulic line running to the back of my tractor now? I guess it would only be useful if plumbed into some sort of new valve box? Or, I guess theoretically it could run an implement that need fluid at all times like a sweeper or something?

I know I sound like an idiot on this one! I figured the responses would help connect the dots on such things and further my learning.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

You could put a valve on it and yes power attachments.

 

[Kennyd4110]

You can run a log splitter, or add a valve to control cylinders/motors as NIW stated above. You can't directly power a sweeper since there would be no way to control it.

 

[sgtboz]

Excellent. Thanks, gents.

So I could add a log splitter simply by virtue that the log splitter has a valve on it already. The backhoe hose supplies fluid to the valve full-time, then the valve decides where to send the fluid.?.?

I'm sure this has been covered a millions times in as many ways, but could anyone post a link to the type of valve that would need to be installed on my tractor? Is this what people mean when they talk about a "third function" valve?

 

[TheSpoon]

You can run a log splitter, or add a valve to control cylinders/motors as NIW stated above. You can't directly power a sweeper since there would be no way to control it.

Also just an FYI... If you are interested in a log splitter, many have PTO adapters so they can be powered that way instead of hydros.

 

[sgtboz]

Good point, Spoon. My old BL4690 backhoe was powered up that way.

 

[Kennyd4110]

Also just an FYI... If you are interested in a log splitter, many have PTO adapters so they can be powered that way instead of hydros.

You mean a PTO pump? Or directly driven from the PTO?

 

[Kennyd4110]

Excellent. Thanks, gents.

So I could add a log splitter simply by virtue that the log splitter has a valve on it already. The backhoe hose supplies fluid to the valve full-time, then the valve decides where to send the fluid.?.?

I'm sure this has been covered a millions times in as many ways, but could anyone post a link to the type of valve that would need to be installed on my tractor? Is this what people mean when they talk about a "third function" valve?

Only 999,999.00 times...

FYI the "backhoe hose" is technically called the "Power Beyond" hose or circuit. That will help in your searchings.

Here is a common valve used to add rear remotes: http://www.surpluscenter.com/Hydrau...OL-8-GPM-PRINCE-MB21BB5C1-DA-VALVE-9-7862.axd

Key phrases here are:
-Open Center
-Work ports blocked in neutral (AKA Tandem Center)
-GPM and PSI ratings at or higher that you tractors pump rating
-Power Beyond capable

 

[TheSpoon]

You mean a PTO pump? Or directly driven from the PTO?

Both.

http://www.powerequipmentdirect.com/stories/99-How-to-Pick-the-Perfect-3-Point-Log-Splitter.html

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[Sammy3700]

How do you like your set up? I also have a L3700SU and bought a 2012 BH77 a couple months ago (paint still on the bucket). Have not had a chance to use it much yet.

 

[sgtboz]

Hey Sammy, so far so good! I operated at 3pt mount BL4690 for a long time and put tons of hours on it. It performed flawlessly for me so I was skeptical that the frame mount BH77 would feel like an upgrade...but it does!

I just posted a review for the 10" Hy-Gear aftermarket bucket. Since Kubota's buckets are so expensive and I needed a narrower bucket, I gave it a try and so far am glad I did.

 

[Sammy3700]

Wish we were closer and we could trade this one has a 10 or 12. I wish mine would have had the 16 that is offered but when buying used you get what you get. Does have the thumb on it!!!

 

[sgtboz]

Hey Sammy, which thumb do you have? You like it? Pics?

 

[Sammy3700]

It is the Kubota thumb. Only used one time and so far I love it. Even though it is manual it is a lot better than not having one at all like the Woods I did have. I do not know how to post pictures. I can text them to you from my phone.