Hydraulic top link for L175

[MarkInMO]

I bought a '76 L175 earlier this year. Thought I had died and gone to heaven after using the 2-8-9Ns for so long. I LIKE it.

But a box blade needs a hydraulic top cylinder.

I see there is a splined shaft on the front of the crank. I think those were there so we can add hydraulic pumps for loaders, etc.

But a top cylinder would not need much hydraulic power.

The question is:
Does the L175 provide me with any hydraulic power in itself that I could use to operate a top link?

Thanks!
Mark in MO

 

[66gladiator]

Gee, just think how you'd feel if you bought one made in the last 30 years or so...............................