Plumbing a grapple help

   / Plumbing a grapple help #1  

Black Davy

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Jun 30, 2009
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Location
Greenfield MA
Tractor
John Deere 2520
Hi,

I just bought my 28" Thumb grapple and have a few questions.

This is going on a JD 2520.

What kind of control valve should I use?
Where should I connect to the hydrolics, I have the power beyond kit. I am a newbie on hyrdolics, so any guidence on mking this painless would be appreciated.

Thanks Dave
 
   / Plumbing a grapple help #2  
Welcome to TBN Dave:D

Do a search for the term "diverter" and "grapple" then spend a couple hours reading. A diverter valve basically "splits" your dump/curl circuit into another to operate the grapple. It will be the easiest and cheapest way to add a control to your 2520. You can also plumb in a new valve to your PB line, but it will not be as easy as the diverter. After you read some come back with specific questions.
 

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