B3200/BH76, rear remotes and adding 3rd function kit?

[MattN03]

Hello all, I have a B3200 with a BH76 and factory installed rear remotes that the previous owner ran a stump grinder off of. What is involved in using a 3rd function kit, like WR Long, and plumbing into my current system? I'd like to be able to use a grapple with my backhoe is mounted/connected to the hydraulics if possible. I have little hydraulic experience, so I'm needing some guidance. Thanks.

 

[dmiele]

I have the same set up on a B3300SU. I just ran the hoses from the back to the front (around $150) for my EA grapple, works great.

 

[bdhsfz6]

The manual for my L3430 and BH92 hoe says not to use the rear remotes with the BH attached. Hydraulic system damage could result. I don't know if this is the case with the B3300 though. If member dmiele above is using his rear remotes to operate his grapple, it may not be a problem. I would check your manual though.

FWIW, I installed a W&R Long 3rd function valve on the L3430 a few years back. The kit cost $795 and it took about an hour to install. The instructions were clear and no special tools were necessary.