Backhoe Will the JD 46 BH collide with my 2520 hydraulic valve?

[jimgerken]

Thinking about adding the JD 46 backhoe to my 2520. But, it looks like there might be a problem with where I mounted my hydraulic valve. I am afraid the hoe seat or framework will run into the valve. The valve is a Prince sectional, 3-spool, with custom forward control extensions on it. I can't imagine moving the valve, so this could stop the backhoe purchase. I am attaching a pic showing the valve hanging over the ROPS base, right side. The view is looking down, while standing on the drawbar. For you guys with this setup (2520 & 46), does it look like a problem?

 

[fountain42]

jimgerken you well have problems, presently my hoe is off the tractor so I cannot sent a picture but standard mount will be trouble.

 

[jimgerken]

Fountain42, thanks, so far it looks bad. If I drive to and could see the setup in person, I might be able to design a solution. I'd hate to have to buy it to find out, that's too much risk. Do you think it could be fixed by extending the hoe frame where it mounts to the subframe, to space the hoe back further from the tractor? Sounds like a winter project.

 

[IslandTractor]

Fountain42, thanks, so far it looks bad. If I drive to and could see the setup in person, I might be able to design a solution. I'd hate to have to buy it to find out, that's too much risk. Do you think it could be fixed by extending the hoe frame where it mounts to the subframe, to space the hoe back further from the tractor? Sounds like a winter project.

It would be safer to move the hydraulic valve setup.