Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 39 minutes ago
My BXpanded Backhoe thumb has been just great for moving big rocks, grabbing piles of branches, or even big logs. The problem is I have to get off the tractor to set the position of the thumb and I've gotten tired of doing that so I’m going to convert it to hydraulic operation. This is Part 2 of this project. I encourage you to watch Part 1 first if you haven't already: youtu.be/YWOjg66lBAE
Parts Used So Far:
* Universal Hydraulic Third Function Valve Kit w/ Joystick Handle, 15 GPM:
- Amazon: amzn.to/3Qoji1m
- Summit Hydraulics: summit-hydraulics.com/product/universal-hydraulic-third-function-valve-kit-w-joystick-handle-15-gpm
* Magister Hydraulics Double Acting Hydraulic Cylinder - Tang Universal Hydraulic Cylinder 2" Bore, 10 inch Stroke Tang Style (2x10): amzn.to/3SkDCmE
* Woodstock W1171 - Spacer - 1" ID x 1-1/2" OD x 1/2" H: grizzly.com/products/woodstock-spacer-1-id-x-1-1-2-od-x-1-2-h/w1171
* Hillman 3/4 in. ID x 1 in. OD x 2 in. L Seamless Steel Deep Drawer Spacers: tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/hillman-seamless-steel-spacers-3-4-in-inner-dia-x-1-in-outer-dia-x-2-in-length
* Nylon Protective Hose Sleeve Sheath Cable Cover Welding Tig Torch Hydraulic Hose, 1 Inch ID, 25 Feet Length, Black: amzn.to/46TRwRi
Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store: amazon.com/shop/diymyway
Note: Links to Amazon products are Amazon Affiliate links that won’t cost you any extra, but will help support my efforts with a small commission on qualified products. Thanks for your support!
Visit DIYMyWay.net: diymyway.net
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Hydraulic Control Design
04:14 Determining Hose Lengths
05:49 Installing the Boom Hoses
08:46 Assembling the 3rd Function Valve
11:39 Location the 3rd Function Valve
13:41 Attaching Fitting to the Connection Block
16:01 Attaching the 3rd function Valve to the Backhoe
20:16 Attaching the Bulkhead Fits
#diy #outdoors #tractors #rurallife #kubota
My BXpanded Backhoe thumb has been just great for moving big rocks, grabbing piles of branches, or even big logs. The problem is I have to get off the tractor to set the position of the thumb and I've gotten tired of doing that so I’m going to convert it to hydraulic operation. This is Part 2 of this project. I encourage you to watch Part 1 first if you haven't already: youtu.be/YWOjg66lBAE
Parts Used So Far:
* Universal Hydraulic Third Function Valve Kit w/ Joystick Handle, 15 GPM:
- Amazon: amzn.to/3Qoji1m
- Summit Hydraulics: summit-hydraulics.com/product/universal-hydraulic-third-function-valve-kit-w-joystick-handle-15-gpm
* Magister Hydraulics Double Acting Hydraulic Cylinder - Tang Universal Hydraulic Cylinder 2" Bore, 10 inch Stroke Tang Style (2x10): amzn.to/3SkDCmE
* Woodstock W1171 - Spacer - 1" ID x 1-1/2" OD x 1/2" H: grizzly.com/products/woodstock-spacer-1-id-x-1-1-2-od-x-1-2-h/w1171
* Hillman 3/4 in. ID x 1 in. OD x 2 in. L Seamless Steel Deep Drawer Spacers: tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/hillman-seamless-steel-spacers-3-4-in-inner-dia-x-1-in-outer-dia-x-2-in-length
* Nylon Protective Hose Sleeve Sheath Cable Cover Welding Tig Torch Hydraulic Hose, 1 Inch ID, 25 Feet Length, Black: amzn.to/46TRwRi
Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store: amazon.com/shop/diymyway
Note: Links to Amazon products are Amazon Affiliate links that won’t cost you any extra, but will help support my efforts with a small commission on qualified products. Thanks for your support!
Visit DIYMyWay.net: diymyway.net
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Hydraulic Control Design
04:14 Determining Hose Lengths
05:49 Installing the Boom Hoses
08:46 Assembling the 3rd Function Valve
11:39 Location the 3rd Function Valve
13:41 Attaching Fitting to the Connection Block
16:01 Attaching the 3rd function Valve to the Backhoe
20:16 Attaching the Bulkhead Fits
#diy #outdoors #tractors #rurallife #kubota
