Factor Top N Tilt Kit for L3200?

[Fallon]

I got the parts for my build from Brian. You can see my story for my L3200 hydraulic learning experience & build at http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/hydraulics/295816-kubota-l3200-tnt-3rd-function.html

I'm happy with everything but the hoses from the QDs to the TnT cylinders. I should have gotten 45 degree fittings on the QD ends.

One of the top hoses actually caught the top bracket on my quick hitch the other day. Held the 500lbs box blade. QD bracket bent a bit & the hose is a bit beat up now, but still working fine. Not unexpected, as I realized I needed 45 degree ends on the hose a while ago. Just decided to wait until I broke something to replace the hoses.

I definitely recommend Brian @ Fit Rite.

 

[ovrszd]

I'm not positive in regards to the L3200,,, but with most other models, if you buy the Kubota kits the first remote will be SCV (Self Cancelling Valve) and the 2nd and 3rd will be your choice of simple up/down valves or float valves.

You will not like an SCV valve to run a top link. An SCV is designed to detent when extending or retracting until the cylinder reaches max throw based on being totally extended or retracted until it hits a stop or is fully retracted. It will not work as smoothly for miniscule adjustments.

I can't imagine adding the 1st rear remote and not adding the 2nd. Unless money is the stopper, then I fully understand. If money is not the stopper, go for the 3rd as well because you will need it.

I always am using 2 and often use 3, never just use 1.

As most others have said, if going aftermarket, go with Brian at Fit Rite. If a factory look and design most is important to you, go Kubota. I use the snot outta mine. It was imperative that I have a streamlined installation and ergonomically located levers.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

I believe that there is no self canceling OEM valve available for the L3200. You get a std 3 position spring return to center 1st valve and then you have a choice of float or detent valves for the 2nd and 3rd valves. The Kubota OEM valves for these tractors are mounted up high (clamped to the ROPS) and are not integrated into the body as the Grand L and M model tractors are. While it is nice to purchase a kit that just bolts on, that bolt on kit is about double the cost (actually more at $2343 for 3 sets) of after market stuff.

 

[ovrszd]

Good info Brian!!

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Good info Brian!!

I wish that I could get my hands on an L2800-L3800 for 1-2 weeks. I could come up with a 100% complete rear remote kit for them. Rental yard wants waaaaaaaaaay to much money for a weeks rental, so I'm sort of stuck for now with what I can offer for them. (partial kits only, no valve mount)

 

[Fallon]

Personally I'm really happy with the front half of my L3200 hydraulic project. I think it looks as good if not better than some of the OEM kits I've seen. A bit more work, but pretty minimal fabrication work & it could be replicated with no welding with a minor change or 2. No leakdown issues (it takes a few days to a week at least) on my TnT kit with the Bucher valve.

Some day I will get around to tidying up the hoses in back. I'm thinking 45s will get things clear of my quick hitch. The QH makes the hose routing a bit of a pain, but it's so nice to be able to hitch up any implement without getting off the tractor no matter how crooked it got set down.