Have an l6060hstc and with the third function and hydraulic coupler there are a lot of hoses under the right door. Anyone have an idea, mod, or solution for protecting the hoses. Picture attached in the area I'm thinking. There is a steel plate to the outer side but the hoses further under the tractor are somewhat exposed or prone to snag on something. Thank you!
Protecting hydraulic hoses
- Thread starter mjhartmann08
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If you want to protect a straight section of the hoses you could try PVC pipe larger in diameter than the gathered hoses. Rip it down the side with your table saw to pop it over the hoses one at a time. If the slot is too narrow rip it again to make it wider. I don't know if this trick will work for you but I've used it to protect stuff from time to time. Secure the PVC to the under side of the tractor and you're good to go.
Bolt a piece of angle to the existing metal bracket long enough to deflect anything that could tangle with the hoses. 3x3x1/4 angle or heavier should work
Get some steel plate fabbed up and have it bolted to both sides protecting your hoses.
Running the hoses thru old firehose is a good way to add some abrasion resistance. Old firehose can be bought pretty cheep because they MUST replace old hose at regular intervals.
Here’s how I added some protection to my L3901. I used CAD (cardboard aided design) to come up with these protective covers. The filters/hoses just seem too exposed for my comfort.
Mike
Mike