Posted by Doug/Iowa on November 21, 2007 at 06:05:35 from (216.203.113.22):
Completely new to tractors and just acquired a 58-or 59 D17...actually have yet to go pick it up.
Wanting to know what it takes to run a log splitter. Already have a homemade splitter that was made to run off a tractor, but it's just the I-beam, cylinder, and hoses. No valve.
From what I've been reading the D17's hydraulics are lift only, then float down.
I've read a bit about adding two way cylinders and the return line to the tank, question is- Do I need a open center 4-way valve, or closed center?
I have the idea in my head that I can connect to the tractors current rear port, route a line to an open center valve and then a return line back to the tank and all would be good, but would rather hear from someone in the know before I spend money on parts.
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