Northern Tools Monoblock spool Valve ???

[lennyzx11]

Have any of you guys ran across this valve and used it?

NorTrac Monoblock Hydraulic Control Valve — 12 GPM, 4 Spool | Control Valves| Northern Tool + Equipment

This is information gathering for a 3/4 remote setup on Kubota L3301.

I have priced the Kubota kit which I like due to it being integrated nicely,
I spoke to Brian of FitRite and priced his kit for remotes and top & tilt.

Looking into all avenues. I can install and make brackets as required.

Thank you,
Lenny

 

[kennyd]

I'd be real cautious about "cheap" no-name brand hydraulic components, good ones are expensive for a reason.

 

[devildog1]

I'd be real cautious about "cheap" no-name brand hydraulic components, good ones are expensive for a reason.

I agree , you can install the hydraulics valve once or a few times, save your self time and $$, buy a good valve.
DevilDog

 

[lennyzx11]

Oh I agree with you guys. Sometimes I'll see an item or tool that actually turns out to be a decent item from a discount store or Chinese manufacturer. Just wondering about it as looks like it might be a good piece to add to the "inventions ingredients" pile.

 

[s219]

Would you believe I just found a new hydraulic sidelink that fits the L3200/3800/3301/3901 for $100 on eBay? I snapped it up, since that is cheaper than I can fabricate one. It is about $220 retail. Box was marked with a manufacture date of 1998, so it's new old stock, but it is pristine and works great. Crazy timing -- I almost never stumble on deals like that when I need something. The seller had another unit available, but it's gone as of this morning.