loader valve issues

[plumbmad]

Hello l have a Kubota B3200HST with a L504 loader one of the checks in the loader valve broke and scored the spool and the inside of the valve, my local dealer tells me the whole loader valve assembly needs to be replaced which I believe but I love my first born and don't want to give her up for a new one, does anyone know of a new or used parts co that may help.
Thanks

 

[gpreuss]

I'd pull it off and try a hydraulics shop or two for second opinions. If you need the valve, you may have a really hard time finding the same kit anywhere other than the Kubota dealer. At least that was my experience with my L185DT loader and backhoe. They used 3/8" ports on their valves, and finding them is tough.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

There are 2 different Part#'s for that valve depending on your serial #.
They are the same price and the best price I could find for a stock valve is $1073.21

You can go after market on the valve but it's going to take some fabrication to make it work, and it will never work as good as the stock valve.