In the next two or three weeks I will be installing a CTC loader on a 2014 X738.
The background is here: http://www.mytractorforum.com/72-introductions/1008746-hi.html#post9579594
Because I need to do the install relatively quickly (I need to keep the gift a surprise), I am gathering all the parts and thinking about possible issues ahead of time. I also spent a lot of time learning from many great previous threads here concerning installations of the CTC and the JD 45 loaders. There is an absolute ton of knowledge here.
I have a couple questions I hope someone can answer.
1. I assume 2014 X738s need the larger THRV (BW15044). In looking through the installation instructions for the JD Tractor Shovel, however, it says the larger THRV is not needed. Is this because the blade has some give when contacting the ground or material? My concern is whether 2014+ 738s and 758s already have the larger valve. Unfortunately I won't know until I am taking apart my father's tractor.
2. I am a little unclear on how the hydraulic system is plumbed. Once the lines and rams for the FEL are flooded and the air purged, do I need to add hydraulic fluid to a reservoir separate from the transmission reservoir? Or is the fluid I would check/add for the transmission the same as that which plumbs implements?
3. For 2, now much extra fluid should I purchase?
My father already has the SCV and lockout valve for the front blade. (I might change the lockout valve to one that requires fewer turns.) He also has a suitcase weight rack on the back for the blade. I will look into adding more weight to keep things balanced, but he seems to be okay for some light toying around when he realizes we got him the FEL.
4. Is there anything else I should consider?
Thanks in advance.
The background is here: http://www.mytractorforum.com/72-introductions/1008746-hi.html#post9579594
Because I need to do the install relatively quickly (I need to keep the gift a surprise), I am gathering all the parts and thinking about possible issues ahead of time. I also spent a lot of time learning from many great previous threads here concerning installations of the CTC and the JD 45 loaders. There is an absolute ton of knowledge here.
I have a couple questions I hope someone can answer.
1. I assume 2014 X738s need the larger THRV (BW15044). In looking through the installation instructions for the JD Tractor Shovel, however, it says the larger THRV is not needed. Is this because the blade has some give when contacting the ground or material? My concern is whether 2014+ 738s and 758s already have the larger valve. Unfortunately I won't know until I am taking apart my father's tractor.
2. I am a little unclear on how the hydraulic system is plumbed. Once the lines and rams for the FEL are flooded and the air purged, do I need to add hydraulic fluid to a reservoir separate from the transmission reservoir? Or is the fluid I would check/add for the transmission the same as that which plumbs implements?
3. For 2, now much extra fluid should I purchase?
My father already has the SCV and lockout valve for the front blade. (I might change the lockout valve to one that requires fewer turns.) He also has a suitcase weight rack on the back for the blade. I will look into adding more weight to keep things balanced, but he seems to be okay for some light toying around when he realizes we got him the FEL.
4. Is there anything else I should consider?
Thanks in advance.