Anyone install the 3rd function valve on the new BX 80 series?

[Tractor Dell]

I ordered the Kubota factory 3rd function valve for my BX23S, and it should be arriving soon. Just wondering if anyone has installed this yet? If so, were the instruction pretty good, or did you run into some issues I should look forward to? Does anyone any pictures of what it looks like installed?

I did look up the parts in the Kubota parts manual and they were just a bit confusing as to what part goes where. Hopefully the installation instructions are more understandable.

 

[Byrdnyrd]

Dell,
Let us know how this goes, I have a BX2370, It can't be very different!

BN

 

[Old Red]

I ordered the Kubota factory 3rd function valve for my BX23S, and it should be arriving soon. Just wondering if anyone has installed this yet? If so, were the instruction pretty good, or did you run into some issues I should look forward to? Does anyone any pictures of what it looks like installed?

I did look up the parts in the Kubota parts manual and they were just a bit confusing as to what part goes where. Hopefully the installation instructions are more understandable.

I have it installed on my unit as of Friday. The BX23s (80 series). I did not do a self install. The power wire might be the most difficult part.

 

[dragoneggs]

Dell,
Let us know how this goes, I have a BX2370, It can't be very different!

BN

Following along here too... wouldn't mind a 3rd function as well.

 

[CHDinCT]

Did my own install on my BX25, which is a 60 series unit. Being they moved the FEL stick, it may be quite different on the 80 series. Pretty sure i posted a thread on my install along with the new, then, Landpride 48" grapple.

 

[Tractor Dell]

Following along here too... wouldn't mind a 3rd function as well.

Called Messick's to order it and was told it was on back order. The salesman said he would try to get me a timeframe as to when it may come in.

 

[Jj1479]

Had Messicks install mine when I bought my BX23s love it on my 4in1. Just hold in the button with your thumb an the dump/curl function for the bucket operates what ever accessory that's attached an it open/closes it. From what I understand the older 3rd function would only open an close the attached attachments the whole way where as this unit works just like the other hydraulics. .

 

[Tractor Dell]

Had Messicks install mine when I bought my BX23s love it on my 4in1. Just hold in the button with your thumb an the dump/curl function for the bucket operates what ever accessory that's attached an it open/closes it. From what I understand the older 3rd function would only open an close the attached attachments the whole way where as this unit works just like the other hydraulics. View attachment 520594. View attachment 520592

What size connections are on that? 3/8"? I would like to order my grapple but wanted to wait until I knew what size connections are on the 3rd function valve...

 

[CHDinCT]

Had Messicks install mine when I bought my BX23s love it on my 4in1. Just hold in the button with your thumb an the dump/curl function for the bucket operates what ever accessory that's attached an it open/closes it. From what I understand the older 3rd function would only open an close the attached attachments the whole way where as this unit works just like the other hydraulics. View attachment 520594. View attachment 520592

That sounds like a diverter type valve vs true third function. The prior version ( what i have) is a true 3rd function where you can open/close the grapple while using the curl/dump function. However, due to the BX'S lower flow rate, they don't move too fast when activating both functions so probably no real-world difference.

 

[Jj1479]

What size connections are on that? 3/8"? I would like to order my grapple but wanted to wait until I knew what size connections are on the 3rd function valve...

They are the same as the curl cylinder has. My bucket has bigger quick connects on it so they put bigger ones on the valve.