MF 35 Hydraulics Redo

[arcdancer]

I am trying to redo the hydraulic capabilities on my Massey Ferguson 35 tractor. The tractor has a 6 ft. front mounted blade which is operated by a single cylinder. The tractor also has the standard 3 point system on the rear which I have mounted a box blade. Both attachments use the original on-board hydraulics the came standard at the time.

The controls for the system is a very old 2 spool valve mechanism which is bolted to the top of the tractor just under the seat. This valve unit needs to be replaced and I would like to reposition the control handles to an area where I don’t have to reach my arm through the steering wheel to operate them.

I have looked at YouTube and seen numerous different things like multipliers and diverters etc. but I get confused really fast trying to envision how this would work.

I have been looking for the best cost effect way to allow me to use both attachments (not at the same time) and still have the same functionality with the 3 point. Any help and/or ideas would be a great.

Thanks

Arcdancer

 

[Bob NY]

I assume you operate the 3ph with the left lever and the front blade with the right lever. That is probably the best setup you can have without adding another pump. A selector valve would NOT be handy for your application because it is an either/or situation and you would have to keep switching it back and forth.