B3300su Adding a hydraulic top link

[laflecrp]

Hi Everyone
I have a 2013 B3300su tractor. I want to add a hydraulic top link. Kubota is very proud $$$ of their offering. So I am looking for something a little more down to earth price wise.

I found this control valve: 2 function for future growth

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200638935_200638935

Hydraulic cylinder:
https://www.amazon.com/Maxim-Swivel...8&qid=1486921454&sr=1-3&refinements=p_4:Maxim

I know I will need some hoses and fittings but it should be far less than the $1021 Kubota dealer quoted (minus labor). Am I on the right track?
Where do I tap into the tractors hydraulic system?

Thanks
Rich

 

[RCW]

A member of our forum, MtnViewRanch, can fix you "rite" up:

http://www.fitritehydraulics.com/

I have not done business with him, but several guys here have. All seem pretty happy as I recall. It's what he specializes in, and seems to know what you want/need! That, in my book, is good service.

Good luck!

 

[scdeerslayer]

I had a similar thought as you for a cylinder for the top link, but it was quickly pointed out to me that you need a cylinder that is made to be a top link. The difference is that on the cylinder side, the eye is further away from the cylinder base. Otherwise you may have clearance issues with the tractor's top link bracket. There are many different places that sell various lengths of top link cylinders. Measure your top link with the implements installed and make sure what you get will cover all of your implements.

 

[nickelplated5s]

Get the Kubota kit for the valve(s). A bit more but a cleaner install.