front hydraulics

[papaglide]

Hi everybody!! Here is a question: How hard would it be to add front hydraulics to either my 1862 or 1882? Would it be difficult if this is possible? I would like to have them in case I ever come across a hydraulic angle plow for either one.

[jbollis]

It is possible,and I don't think all that hard.Finding all the parts for the right price is the challange. I have been giving alot of thought to this. I would like to add them to my 1211,for a hydro angle plow also. I keep seeing the dual spool hydro valves on epay,and they sell for way to much. I also see that Patton has complete kits for $300 (I think). I think I am going to try and plumb 2 single spool valves in line and do it that way. I have even been thinking of using the newer smaller deck lift valve off of a 1863 (I think). It is small and could be put anywere on the tower.

[Matt G.]

The cyclops tractors have a different valve assembly...all you'd have to do is stack two single valves and run the appropriate lines.

[jbollis]

Originally Posted by Matt G.

The cyclops tractors have a different valve assembly...all you'd have to do is stack two single valves and run the appropriate lines.

MATT G who were you telling to stack 2 singles? If you have any pics of this set up please post them,especially if you have any of the control lever system.

Sorry PAPAGLIDE did not mean to jack your thread.

[Matt G.]

Papaglide...he's the one trying to add dual hydraulics to a cyclops.

[papaglide]

Matt, thanks for the info.
I'll post back later with more questions because being the neophyte mechanic (appropriate description and sounds better than just plain dumb!!) that I am, I will need more details to help me plan this out.