Making a power bobtach on 763g

[Johnboy]

I looked at using a 12 v linear actuator but many of my attachments require a lot of force to activate the latches. I have decided to use a 12v hydraulic pump and a hydraulic cylinder. I can get the pump for $200 and cylinder for $79 and hoses for $60 for total of approx $350.I plan to mount the pump in the right rear engine compartment near the crankshaft. Going to run switch into the panel in cab. Please help me with any problems that I have overlooked and reasons nobody has tried this before. TIA

 

[jloven14]

I did the same with the linear actuator, as it was a cheap easy way to get a power bobtach on my s185. Unfortunately after a while, the pins stiffened up and the linear actuator ended up breaking.
Let me know what you decide on the 12v hydraulic pump setup. I thought of trying the same thing. I also thought about putting a diverter in the tilt side of the bucket, but not sure I would be happy with that either. Also trying to find a valve and just making my own hoses.

 

[cdmccul]

Do you have aux hydraulic on your machine? Just use that.

(I'm not familiar with your model... In hind sight I'm guessing your machine does NOT have aux...?)

 

[Johnboy]

I did the same with the linear actuator, as it was a cheap easy way to get a power bobtach on my s185. Unfortunately after a while, the pins stiffened up and the linear actuator ended up breaking.
Let me know what you decide on the 12v hydraulic pump setup. I thought of trying the same thing. I also thought about putting a diverter in the tilt side of the bucket, but not sure I would be happy with that either. Also trying to find a valve and just making my own hoses.

You can email me at [email protected] I will be working on it in a week or so when pump arrives