Tilt cylinder for DK65

[nedly05]

We would like to add hydraulic tilt to our DK65 at work so we can adjust tilt on the rake from in the cab. Has anyone done this on a DK65? if so what size cylinder and length hoses do I need. I am pretty sure the coupler would be pioneer 8010-4 in 1/2". Thanks for any and all help!!

 

[IXLR8]

This is where I would start.

Tractor Hydraulic toplink, Top-N-Tilt, Side link

 

[MtnViewRanch]

I am pretty sure that you can use a 3" diameter cylinder with an 8" stroke as long as the side link is duplicated to your original. That will give you 4" up and 4" down. That is quite a bit of angle. That is what I have on my Mahindra 7520 and your DK65 should be the same size. 4' hoses will work, but it is always nicer to get them made to length after the side link is in place to get the best fit.

Here is a picture of mine.

 

[nedly05]

I am pretty sure that you can use a 3" diameter cylinder with an 8" stroke as long as the side link is duplicated to your original. That will give you 4" up and 4" down. That is quite a bit of angle. That is what I have on my Mahindra 7520 and your DK65 should be the same size. 4' hoses will work, but it is always nicer to get them made to length after the side link is in place to get the best fit.

Here is a picture of mine.

Thank you very much, that is extremely helpful!!!