Hydraulic lift sleeve hitch

[Madcat 9]

I'm trying to build a hydraulic lift sleeve hitch on my 520H for a back blade. I'm looking for suggestions on how to tap the existing hydraulic lines to add the control valve and lift cylinder ??

[SousaKerry 503]

like all hydraulic systems one line from the transmission is the supply and the other is the return, usually the supply or pressure line is connected to a port on the hydraulic valve marked "A" the return is usually marked "B" or sometimes "T" for tank. once you have the lines figured out its as simple as putting a T in the lines. make sure that you use hydraulic rated fittings at least sch 80. If you use standard pipe fittings (sch 40) you will burst the pipes and have a really bad day. The fittings on the lines are SAE #5 O-ring seal. Most hydraulic shops should have adapter fittings.

good luck

[Madcat 9]

Thanks