CrossCreek
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I have been lurking for some time and found this site and members to be very helpful to say the least. Through your indirect advice, I purchased a non rental 2011 Kubota B26 TLB (149 hrs) with hydraulic thumb, front and rear remotes, QA rear (12&18) and 3PH. I could have purchased a new B2920 and BH for less but you guys advised me different for my intended use. So here is a big THANKS! for ending my pain as the search is over.
Normally these come set up with Deere (SAE or Backhoe) controls but the guy I purchased it from had it set up to CAT controls since he was use to that. I have not run a machine for maybe 15 years or more and it does not seem intuitive to me. I am sure I could easily train myself to use the current configuration but I do have a few questions and need some advice. I do not really want to start using the CAT controls for a month and then change for whatever reason.
So here are my questions:
1. Is there any drawback to not having the standard SAE controls on this machine?
2. I know i can simply swap the 4 appropriate hydraulic lines and it will change it back. However, I was told by the former owner that I could possibly bend the dipper stick cylinder (and weaken the boom) since there is a different pressure going to each via a different PRV (or maybe he said restrictor) setting etc. That I would have to change to spool valve etc to do it properly. I had seen in one post where someone paid $1000 to have this changed (likely rearranged everything) and then another member simply swapped those hoses multiple time (thought 1K switch member got hosed) with no apparent issue. Really, for practical purposes both could be right.
So in number 2. I am starting to wonder if everything has to be changed OR can I simply swap the lines. Really, If the dipper stick is 5% more powerful and the boom is 5% weaker no big deal and that would not likely be noticeable by me or anyone else. If that is the case, then technically speaking, I should change everything but really do not have too. Well if it is a 20% difference then maybe I should. I would like to make and informed decision so please...I need the collective to offer some sage advice before I try to grow it.
3. Are one style of controls superior to the other in terms of workflow?
i purchased the B26 to further develop my already functionally developed recreation property. I need to clear some land, say a couple of acres, maintain an 1100 foot driveway, develop some trails and possible erosion control with 1500 feet of river front. I would also like to plant a small garden in time and dig out for a root cellar. Oh..and have lots of fun too!
Thanks so much!
Ron
Normally these come set up with Deere (SAE or Backhoe) controls but the guy I purchased it from had it set up to CAT controls since he was use to that. I have not run a machine for maybe 15 years or more and it does not seem intuitive to me. I am sure I could easily train myself to use the current configuration but I do have a few questions and need some advice. I do not really want to start using the CAT controls for a month and then change for whatever reason.
So here are my questions:
1. Is there any drawback to not having the standard SAE controls on this machine?
2. I know i can simply swap the 4 appropriate hydraulic lines and it will change it back. However, I was told by the former owner that I could possibly bend the dipper stick cylinder (and weaken the boom) since there is a different pressure going to each via a different PRV (or maybe he said restrictor) setting etc. That I would have to change to spool valve etc to do it properly. I had seen in one post where someone paid $1000 to have this changed (likely rearranged everything) and then another member simply swapped those hoses multiple time (thought 1K switch member got hosed) with no apparent issue. Really, for practical purposes both could be right.
So in number 2. I am starting to wonder if everything has to be changed OR can I simply swap the lines. Really, If the dipper stick is 5% more powerful and the boom is 5% weaker no big deal and that would not likely be noticeable by me or anyone else. If that is the case, then technically speaking, I should change everything but really do not have too. Well if it is a 20% difference then maybe I should. I would like to make and informed decision so please...I need the collective to offer some sage advice before I try to grow it.
3. Are one style of controls superior to the other in terms of workflow?
i purchased the B26 to further develop my already functionally developed recreation property. I need to clear some land, say a couple of acres, maintain an 1100 foot driveway, develop some trails and possible erosion control with 1500 feet of river front. I would also like to plant a small garden in time and dig out for a root cellar. Oh..and have lots of fun too!
Thanks so much!
Ron
