B series and loader valve

[ugabulldog]

I am looking at used bigger B's 7800, 3200, 2630, 3030, did all these come w/ a loader valve? I don't need a FEL now, but later who knows.....

 

[DmansPadge]

I am looking at used bigger B's 7800, 3200, 2630, 3030, did all these come w/ a loader valve? I don't need a FEL now, but later who knows.....

Of those you listed I believe the 3200 is the only one that comes with a loader valve. I think it is available without one as well. Only the new models come with the valve.

 

[ugabulldog]

if the tractor does not have a loader valve, can you add one?

 

[MikeInEburg]

if the tractor does not have a loader valve, can you add one?

Yes - fairly easily. The pump is there, you simply add the plumbing.
Mike

 

[DiezNutz]

I am looking at used bigger B's 7800, 3200, 2630, 3030, did all these come w/ a loader valve? I don't need a FEL now, but later who knows.....

No, not unless they also had a FEL installed.

Yes - fairly easily. The pump is there, you simply add the plumbing.
Mike

No, I think you overlooked the fact that without the FEL subframe & uprights mounted to the tractor, there's nothing to attach the loader valve to.

The 'simple' plumbing also involves adding the aux block and connections at the front and a tank return line back to the HST. Not terribly difficult, but I wouldn't call it "plug & play" either and extra pieces are involved.

The best way to think of a FEL is as a complete kit, and this is obviously the most comprehensive and cost effective way to purchase the components.

Of those you listed I believe the 3200 is the only one that comes with a loader valve. I think it is available without one as well. Only the new models come with the valve.

You might be thinking of the 3300SU.

 

[MikeInEburg]

No, I think you overlooked the fact that without the FEL subframe & uprights mounted to the tractor, there's nothing to attach the loader valve to.

I suppose that, from the original post, the intent of the inquiry concerned adding a FEL at a later point - hence would have structure for physical mounting.

The 'simple' plumbing also involves adding the aux block and connections at the front and a tank return line back to the HST. Not terribly difficult, but I wouldn't call it "plug & play" either and extra pieces are involved.

As with any project - simple/difficult meter swings wildly depending on equipment and installer.

The best way to think of a FEL is as a complete kit, and this is obviously the most comprehensive and cost effective way to purchase the components.

Agree that this is the easiest way...

Cheers!
Mike

 

[DiezNutz]

I suppose that, from the original post, the intent of the inquiry concerned adding a FEL at a later point - hence would have structure for physical mounting.

Ahh... whereas I interpreted it as he wanted to know if those tractors came with an integral loader valve - e.g., like the B3300SU. Himself thinking maybe he wanted to use said valve to control some unspecified other implements now, and a FEL at some later point.

OP might just have to elaborate on his 'intent' for us non-mind-readers, eh?
:drink:

 

[ugabulldog]

To elaborate....if I am looking at a used B7800 that did not come with a FEL, is it possible and how hard would it be to put one on.....I hope this makes sense...I would need a hay bale spear more than I would a FEL probaly...

 

[DmansPadge]

You might be thinking of the 3300SU.

Well that model comes with one too but so does the 2x20 series and the 3200. I believe the 2320 and 3200 can be had without one but I doubt you see many that way.

 

[ChuckinNH]

I don't think you will be doing much with round bales and a B7800 using a loader mounted bale spear. if that is a goal. Others will chime in here on that issue.