Pressure Gauge Threads?

kbrothers

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b2150 HST loader/hoe
Dec 1, 2013
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Going to get a Pressure gauge from Bolt on Hooks they offer one of 3 fitting types What type would my B2150 withLA350 loader most likely have Thanks Ken
 

Dave_eng

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M7040, Nuffield 465
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Some owners feel they have to Tee into the hydraulic line to see what is happening with the relief valve setting.

That is unnecessary.

Assuming your loader has quick connects, you want a pressure gauge that has a quick connect fitting. You unplug one of the loader lines and plug in the gauge. Move your control to direct flow to the gauge and read your relief valve setting. A few seconds and you have the answer.

You can buy a 0-3,000 psi gauge anywhere including a local hydraulics shop and they can provide a male quick connect fitting to fit the gauge they supply.
Relief valve test gauge.JPG


Dave
 

85Hokie

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BX-25D ,PTB. Under Armor, '90&'92-B7100HST's, '06 BX1850 FEL
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I agree with Dave ..... no TEE needed ..... the parts are about 20 bucks or so....
the kit costs over 50 bucks......

yup - I bought a kit too - 7 years ago - live and learn!!! Now I would piece it together!
 
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DrankTheOrangeKoolaid

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I built mine using a tee and a male and female quick connect. I need the female end to connect to the FEL valve and the male end to connect to the rear remotes. And I can use it inline or not... for the cost of a couple fittings I liked the flexibility it gave me.