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I really don't understand draft angle and self depth adjustment on a three point system so I thought a tips and tricks using a three point system may be helpful for us new guys with tractors so we can learn from all the guys that have been using them for years. I am interested in anything from...

Is it normal for AG type qd's to drip a little at the female ball seal?

I have a cat 1, 30 hp tractor and I added remotes to it and I am looking at hydraulic top links at surplus center. they have two available, one with 11 inches of travel and one with 8 inches. Would it be better to have more adjustability in or out? I don't have enough experience with...

Re: Adding rear remotes. I finished painting and assembling it all. Everything seems to be working ok. I just have a couple of leaks where the qd's thread onto the bulkhead fittings. I used plumbers paste and really cranked them down so I don't understand why those would be leaking. All...

Adding rear remotes. I am dry fitting it all together. I miscounted on some of the fittings so I am waiting for another order. It's a good time to paint the mounting plate.

It's a beautiful day in Michigan! Today I drilled for my quick disconnects. I really like the step drill bits. I was able to drill all eight in a couple of hours.

I am cutting out the mounting plate. Well it took two blades, now I am locating the valves so I can mount those and measure for hoses. Here they are mounted up.

I must be looking at something wrong. On these velocity charts that help determine recommended hydraulic line size it looks like my hydraulic system should have 1/2 inch lines....but...its got 3/8" lines. 7.8 (round to 8 gpm pump). With 3/8 lines looks like it calculates to about 25 fps...

Hi, I am choosing fittings for my remotes. I am wondering if swept 90 degree fittings are better to use on the p and PB loop? I would prefer to use cheaper standard 90's but I don't know if they build more heat or restrict more to a point that it makes a difference? This loop will have four...

I am starting my remotes project and sure would appreciate help I am diving into this project now that I saved enough to get the first phase completed. If you all could help me through this I sure would appreciate it. I haven't ever worked with hydraulics! I purchased the valves and am...

I rotated my tires so the valves are at the highest point but beet juice still comes out of the valve stem. How do I check the pressure? I have an issue because I discovered my rear rims are from different manufacturers and I suspect this is what is responsible for different tire heights if...

I think I am on the right track, I found this document that shows a proper installation for a backhoe. The remote valve will replace "backhoe" in the picture. What does everyone think about installing remote qd's like this next picture and then qd my connections to the remote valve? I figured...

Hello from Michigan! I have a thread in the hydraulic forum but I thought some of you folks may have a better idea on this. I am researching adding remotes to my 3016. With a power beyond system you need to have a line going back to the tank. I am wondering if there are any "to tank" ports...

Here are two diagrams. I tried to layout the standard and new circuit. I think the standard is correct but I am not sure if the remote mod is properly diagrammed. I sure would appreciate any suggestions.

Hi, I am hoping someone can help me understand this. My tractor has a loader but no remotes. It has a loader valve installed like shown in this document. http://www.mahindradispro.com/manuelOperateur/Mahindra/3016/ML115%20&%20116_OM_en.pdf From what I can tell the loader valve has a power...