Aftermarket Joysticks

[jerrynycom]

Does anyone have any websites that show/sell aftermarket joysticks with thumb controls?

I am asking because the JD 4720 I want only has the normal up/down/curl joystick and I want a 4n1, but want to use the open/close with my thumb rather a separate lever [3rd lever].

Here's one I found on a tractor on ebay......

 

[Swisher]

Does anyone have any websites that show/sell aftermarket joysticks with thumb controls?

I am asking because the JD 4720 I want only has the normal up/down/curl joystick and I want a 4n1, but want to use the open/close with my thumb rather a separate lever [3rd lever].

Here's one I found on a tractor on ebay......

W R Long

Valve Kits

 

[RedRocker]

check these guys out, I got one of the tractor grips with the big red button.
Otto Engineering

 

[jerrynycom]

Thanks guys, I also found this one that has many joysticks....


Scorpion Technologies LTD.

 

[DonT-B7500]

Red Rocker, where did you get the OTTO handle, I talked to OTTO directly and they make the handle but not the aluminum adapter below and were unable to identify where it came from.

 

[RedRocker]

I made the adapter, one of the perks of being a machinist I guess.

 

[Rara Avis]

I made the adapter, one of the perks of being a machinist I guess.

Well you remember school rules...you have to make one for everybody...

 

[RedRocker]

Well you remember school rules...you have to make one for everybody...

I didn't know there were going to be so many!!!!!

 

[Reg]

Prince have them.
I'm considering a stack of their SV valves and might go for a joystick with diverter valve switch for two of them (& the remote'r remote).
(-:
There again; they have solenoid operated valves too, even dual control manual/solenoid operated valves - so many choices, whassa guy to do ?

 

[tlbuser]

Thanks guys, I also found this one that has many joysticks....


Scorpion Technologies LTD.

From another thread

FEL Grapple from Scratch W/ Lots-O-Pics
Dave, Rob and all who are interested,
Here are the Joystick Handle links:

Home Page
S series handle
Handle specs
Mounting options
Parts List

They are in Canada with a direct dial toll free #

I told them I would try to get them some business - So Please, If anyone orders a handle let them know that Larry Gugliotta referred you. Maybe good for a discount? - Ask!
If any of you really do order, let me know so I can get an Idea of how much business they may be getting from us.

Be sure to check out the mounting options, & order enough cable for your application, they come standard with 2 feet of cable.

These are durable, high quality handles that you can get parts for if needed - so expect to pay about ~ 130.00 USD + shipping. For me, it was worth every penny. As opposed to fabricating some makeshift setup I would not be happy with.

Larry

 

[DonT-B7500]

I found a B&M 80658 - B&M Shifter Knobs - ''T'' Handle Style, these are used in cars that have a nitrus setup, they come in either crome or brushed aluminum, metric or english thread. If you only need one button I don't think they can be beat. Many internet links at most of the speed shops, between $30-40

 

[firefighter9208]

I found a B&M 80658 - B&M Shifter Knobs - ''T'' Handle Style, these are used in cars that have a nitrus setup, they come in either crome or brushed aluminum, metric or english thread. If you only need one button I don't think they can be beat. Many internet links at most of the speed shops, between $30-40

You can also get the round knob with the button in the top
B&M Button Shifter Knobs: BMM-46112 - summitracing.com for $49.95, the Hurst Hurst Competition Shift Knobs with Roll/Control Switch: HUU-1630049 - summitracing.com is $39.95 and they make a pistol grip Hurst Pistol-Grip Shifter Handles: HUU-1536200 - summitracing.com for $89.95.
All have momentary switches so you'll have to hold the button down.

I have the B&M like was previously posted on a nitrous kit in my 69 Mach 1 and find it to be a little awkward to hold down. I'll probably end up changing it to a round knob with button in the top.

Chris

 

[DonT-B7500]

I was also considering the ball with a center button but thought it would be to easy to inadvertently get pushed in normal operation and at least in my application the angle of the joystick would make the pistol grip very uncomfortable. BTW B&M also makes a ball version for about the same price. Since I didn't order yet why do you think the "T" was awkward?

 

[firefighter9208]

I was also considering the ball with a center button but thought it would be to easy to inadvertently get pushed in normal operation and at least in my application the angle of the joystick would make the pistol grip very uncomfortable. BTW B&M also makes a ball version for about the same price. Since I didn't order yet why do you think the "T" was awkward?

It's too easy to bump with my leg. I'm 6'9" tall and there's not a lot of room even though i have moved the seat back 4".

I also think it would be easier to maneuver the handle on a front end loader with a ball on the top (moving side to side) instead of a T. I would be more likely to hit the button on a T when moving the stick to the right.

I guess it's just a preference thing???

Chris

 

[DonT-B7500]

I also just found this, it may be best of both worlds

Hurst Sidewinder Shift Knobs Summit #HUU-1630070

 

[Westendorf-RR]

We don't have these on our website yet, Is this what you are looking for? This is our precision joystick - it's real smooth and button lets you electronically divert to grapple function.
Give us a call at 877-MYLOADER (695-6233)