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General Forestry => General Board => Topic started by: Qweaver on April 09, 2017, 10:56:32 AM
I just bought a Kubota L2501 tractor and I would like to add a grapple. So I will need to install front hydraulic in and out with a control system to open and close the arms. The Kubota kit is @ $750 plus 2 hours labor. Is there a cheaper way to do this?
Maybe just buy the valve and run your own hoses?
I would first check to see how it would affect your warranty if you don't use Kubota parts. Their price seems reasonable to me. ( I have the same tractor and love it.)
You should be able to tap in to your loader hydraulic line and feed a valve to open/close the grapple.I did that on my l2550.It is cheaper than $750.00.My valve came from Surplus Center.Some Kubotas have a fitting under the seat to provide power for remotes as well.
My present L3750 has rear remotes.I just ran a pair of lines up to the loader to actuate my grapple and power angle snow plow.
adding a 3th valve to the loader valve bank is the way i would do it. you would need another valve section same make model as whats there and longer thru bolts. i would except this is how kubota dose it
You might want to watch this video, explains the installation.
http://www.everythingattachments.com/3rd-Function-Valve-kit-for-tractors-s/10178.htm
Their price is higher than Kubota.
I got a firm price for the kit of $671 today and the install looks simple so I will do it myself. I'm now looking for the lightest grapple I can find. The grapple on my JD 110 is over 800 lbs and that just takes too much of the lift capacity. I found one that is under 400 lbs and still pretty robust. I'm ordering parts.
Qweaver,
I have a 48'' grapple on my L3750.It was made in a fab shop in N.C.,bought it off ebay.It works very well and weighs just at 400#.It is a very handy attachment,you will love it.