Meet the Winners!! Rear Hydraulics For Compact Tractors! 

What a great opportunity to get to hang out in the closest thing to "tractor heaven" at Tim and Christy's house! While it was a very long day, Tim and Christy were both wonderful and kind hosts. Having spent around 15 hours at their home with them on this day, I can say they are exactly the same off camera as they are on camera. Thanks again, Tim and Christy, for this opportunity!

As someone that did hydraulic assembly for 30+ years, I have a couple of suggestions. First, when assembling fittings and screws into an aluminum block, all torque specs should be 1/2 of the specs for installing on a steel block. Second, when assembling fittings, it is best to apply a light film of hydraulic oil or grease to the o-ring. Dry assembly of the parts can tear the o-ring.

I think summit can just put this video link on the paper they send with the kit and people who don’t deal with this kind of work for a living can watch it as they put theirs together and great job Tim

I want to thank Tim and Christy for their hospitality. They are an amazing couple. This was a great opportunity to work with them and gain some knowledge from their years of experience. I hope this video helps everyone that buys this kit. My hydraulic lines for my top link just arrived last night. Going to work on installing that today.

You are very helpful. As you go through these installations, you might make adjustments to the instructions. Pictures in the instructions and videos like this are so helpful. I have went to RU-vid for many things in the past 10 years. Teaching these young guys as you have in this video will encourage them want to help others.

this puts me in mind of shop class back when I was in High School and I think you might have something here if you held classes to do things like this with your tractors. Have people bring their own and have a class showing them how to hook up and use their implements. Christy could also run classes for Ladies

This was another great hydrologic install video. I put the Summit 1025R diverter kit on a month ago and I used your video (Artillian) as well as a couple of others. This will definitely be added to my video library for when I get this kit. Thank you everyone involved in the making of it. God Bless

Make it as an option coming completely assembled would be Priceless for some people

Great video Tim and Christy! What a good way to add much more functionality to a SCT. Kirk and Ryan also show current, new and prospective owners, the increased usability and capability of their tractors. Blessings to all!

I too found the instructions to be very vague. I'll have to rewire the valves. Was wondering why when I pushed the buttons it didn't click the valves. I used the electric mower lift plug to power it at first, but it doesn't have enough amps to activate the valves. Went to the battery, works fine now.

Ordered a three valve setup from summit. Got it and two of the three solenoids were damaged where the electrical connection attaches to the valve unit. Emailed summit on Sunday with photos. Got an email Monday saying that the replacement solenoids were in the mail. Now that is 5 star service. The assembly was strait forward and the unit went together with no leaks. I just need a third hand. Its really a well engineered assembly. Even without the excellent customer service I would give them 5 stars for design and functionality.

Well done instructional video on the install. Great product that allows a very interesting future of added hydraulic control. I'm sure they will both love it. Camera work was spot on perfect too.

Tim, that was a great video! You are an excellent instructor being very patient and knowledgeable. You thoroughly explain all the steps and how the part works and interacts with the tractor. Christy, You did an excellent job filming and editing. I know that's not easy especially when you're at it all day. Great job. I can't wait to see the power beyond install.

If I were Summit, I would offer an assembly option, so the folks that aren’t as confident about assembly could pay a little more, and opt to have it shipped already assembled. It may be worth $150-$200 to some people.

My 4720 (purchased used with 200 hours on it) came from the factory with 3 rear remotes. One is plumbed to a secondary lever, just inboard of the rocker shaft lever, but I still haven't figured out how the others are plumbed, or what operates them. There aren't any other controls besides the bucket, loader, rocker shaft and that smaller lever. I'm guessing the other two can be used if I take the FEL off and use the loader/bucket control for them. Right now, all I need is a top link cylinder and a pair of hoses. Great video, Tim! I always learn new stuff with each video.

Tim, if you don't already know about them, there is a product out there called "HydraGrip" and essentially what it does is gives you an actual "handle" to grab your hydraulic hoses and make plugging them into the couplers easier, and a good bit less messy. I have one pair, and I'm about to order more. They come in all sorts of different colors and combinations, too. I thought about that when you were talking about the dust cap colors.

Thank you all for providing the video and the solutions. For me, I would rather have the kit put together so that I would just have to mount it.

This is was a good install vid. Love the viewer interaction. Good job Tim and Christy.

In January 2021 I bought parts from Summit and made a front duel Hydraulic kit for my Kubota L2501, love them and they have been trouble free.

Well done Tim, Christy & New Friends!

FYI: there is a wiring harness for the cigarette lighter that comes up the back right fender and goes underneath the black upper plastic moulding. It provides power to the 12V plug and is on a 15A fuse. That is easy to tap into for power without the hassle of running to the fuse box. There isnt a great path to the fuse box that will ensure that your wire gets there and will absolutely never get caught in a shaft without taking stuff apart or putting holes in the frame for zip clips. Its far easier to tap into power at this harness. In fact i wish that the kit came with a plug extension that would tap off the harness so there is no messing with making connections

Thank you. This was great. I know I'll be watching this video and the future PB install more than once. I have not installed my PB or the rear valve kit yet waiting for your videos. Good job with the detail explanation on important steps.

I suggest putting a little bit of tire chalk on the bolts going into the aluminum manifold. Helps keeping the aluminum threads from possibly gauling up. Antisieze helps but is more for keeping the threads from gauling. Works good for stainless steel bolts also. Ritual at work and saves allot of headaches

Tim Christi this a great demonstration on how to install as you written instructions are at the mercy of the writer God Bless All PaK

As long as a company provides GOOD and THOROUGH instructions I would always prefer to do as much of the assembly as possible. To see how something is out together also helps a great deal when diagnosing problems later on when parts need to be replaced.

Yes ! I installed my 4 valve function on my 2020 1025r.you addressed my only complaint. .was instructions could have been more detailed for us dummies who very seldom work with and know hydrolics. When I first saw kit I would have 200$ more to have pre-assembled. .but now I wouldn't take it for the pride I feel knowing I did it...now my wife thinks I'm smart..lol

I'm putting a 3rd function for my front bucket. And going to rought to the rear for the thum or for box blade

Thank you! Looking forward to the Power Beyond install video!

Tim, the best way to start a bolt into any treaded hole is to just put the bolt into the UNTHREADED portion and let it go all the way in until it contacts the threaded part of the assembly. Now, put very light pressure downward on the bolt. Then, slowly rotate the bolt BACKWARDS until you feel a slight click. This indicates that the starting ends of the threads are in alignment and ready to screw it down. You will never cross thread if you follow this system!!!

Kirk putting Arkansas on the map by being on TTWT!

I've been learning how to build manifolds at my new job and there would be an up charge for assembly, doesn't take long still there is some time involved. And definitely need to ship more carefully if they are assembled beforehand.

I like the way you were able to help both installs with your insight. That would become a challenge not having that knowledge but you just have to think your way through it. To add a front diverted would be a real benefit all the way around. Great video. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe.

I just installed a third function with 1 rear remote from summit, on a Bx23s. This video was done 2 years ago and Tim said the instructions were not very good. He’s correct. The instructions are horrible. They obviously hadn’t updated them. I had to call summit multiple times to get clarification. The kit came in without any labels on the fittings. The bolts for the mounting bracket to the rops were way too long and was unusable, I had to buy shorter bolts. The locations to route hoses were tight and they make it seem like these hoses are flexible, but they’re not. The install took very long. It’s working without problems now, but I’d pay summit to install this kit next time. Just to have them see their instructions and some materials needs updating.

Hello, Nice. I lube the O-rings with oil before install and I use some sealing 577 loctite on all the threads (even the ones with seals) except on the 4 small diameter valve bolts. On those 4 per valve I put some oil or grease. Cheers from Belgium

Love these types of videos ! However I own a Kubota B2601 that I would love to put hydraulic top link and hydraulic side lift on. Now I would like to see what doing this on a Kubota is like from start to finish. Thanks.

You can easily make up your own rear remotes if you already have the rear hydraulics for a backhoe. I have the 2305, the hydraulics for the backhoe don't have any controls. But for 100 bucks i bought a open valve and some hoses. I just have to disconnect the valve when i want to use the backhoe.

Tim I'm glad you made this video because I want to install rear hydraulics for a hydraulic top link. Thank you.

Tim, would the valve assembly or hoses get in the way when using the backhoe, especially on the older units where you have to spin the operators seat around? Seems like a lot of stuff is a small space.

Great kit Tim and Summit, glad to see this on the market finally!

Hello Tim. I just installed the kit on a 3320 and I’d like to share my thoughts. First thing, good option for rear hydraulics off the power beyond. That said just a couple of observations, a few hiccups, and one real complaint. Let me first say, you’re video is a must see for the novice before attempting. I was a Millright at the power plant in my past life, so I was fine, but I can see how the enclosed directions are lacking. Secondly, I understand the kit isn’t model specific, That would be just too expensive and therefore not feasible. Based on that I had to call Summit prior to ordering for clarification. The ROPS isn’t 2 or 3 inches, it’s rectangular, 2x3. Customer service said “ just get the 3 inch one ,” so I did. Nothing fit. Bolts supplied are too long. Ok, I bought new bolts. At the same time the slot spacing is too short. How can both of those things happen? Ok well I drilled out the plates and made them work. I’ll also have to buy a few hydraulic fittings for my particular application, to be expected and nothing too bad yet. Now for my real complaint. The only bracket that’s any good at all is the one the unit bolts to. All other brackets and plates aren’t heavy enough. Backer plates all bent when tightening on the ROPS. I’ll live with that also. Here’s the one piece that isn’t going to work at all. The mount for the controller is just too flimsy. You really need to change that to something more stout. It flexes back and forth all day during operation. The worst is it whips back and forth in the wind when trailering. So bad I had to stop and take it off. Please upgrade that part. If you were to send me an upgraded part that was much sturdier, that would be great, but if not I’ll just have to make something myself. I’m a huge fan and love everything you do, and thank you again for taking the time, with Summit Hydraulics, to come up with this solution. Joe.

For those of us who followed your lead and mounted our toolbox backwards, so that it sits along the right armrest, it appears that it will interfere with the switch bracket. 😉

Thank you for this video explained a lot of the questions I had and I think I can follow basically the same procedure on my 2305 which is an older tractor but I think I want to mount mine on the opposite side of the tractor cuz I have the backhoe on and I don't want in my way

If you wanted to do a video with a cab installed on these.... I'm game! I have a cozy cab on my 2015 1025r. I'm in South Bend, IN Thanks Tim!

Thanks for the video. I am planning to install the three valve kit on my 3038E in a few more days to run my grapple and top link.

I admire the install kit . . . I just had my new JD 2025 R with loader and back hoe delivered on 05/28/2021 . . . I wish I could hook up the same set up as you show today . . . . and according to my new warranty agreement with John Deere ' I cannot install any aftermarket OEM parts on my new tractor . . I cannot weld any hooks on my new tractor because the welding machine may cause electrical damage . . and in hindsight . . . i would really never want to install anything other than oil and fuel in my tractor . . . its no secret . .I paid over 30k for my tractor with a few more options and additional add on. . . I am not in a DYI position and I would never ever attempt this kind of install . . . its like my Harley Davidson . . . I dont work on my harley because I dont want to walk home . . I admire your skills and your ability . . but with me.. I only like to turn the ignition key right to left . . Great Job . . . I did click a like and I did click subscribe

Great job Tim, a well thought out solution for adding extra remotes to sub compact tractors.

I'm curious if galvanic corrosion will be a problem by bolting steel to the aluminum block? I will say, it's a well engineered kit. Thanks for the vid.

Tim when you showing this set up the first time you got question can run something continuously you should be able to if you change one of switches to off on only the problem I see is you have to wire it so there is no power to valve with the key is off other wise you burn out a coil.

You’re a great teacher Tim, great video 👍🏻

I finished my install of the FR2-JD1 today, a tip for those yellow plugs, use a small allen wrench from the other side and tap, they will pop right out

What a great experience for the four of you. Did I get the power beyond because I got the factory TLB?

Summit is a great company I reached out to them for a few inquiries they will get back to you same day. Awesome video watched it all

How do you control the scv on the summit through the power beyond. I have a 2038R. Thanks for all your videos.

I’m from Paragould, way to represent us Kirk!

Nicely done video, great job. Look forward to seeing how well it works from them.

Great work Christy & Tim ! What an awesome instructional video. Kudos to TTWT.

One tip from my experience with electric/hydraulic solenoid operated valves: Cycle them frequently, even if you have nothing plugged in! If you don't, there is a very good chance they will "stick" and require disassembly to fix-if you're lucky, replacement if you're not.

Thanks much for this video. I learned a bunch. This is a great way to show us that we too can do this.

This video is incredibly helpful! Thanks so much for making it. We just bought a 3025E. Will this work equally well on this tractor?

Hi Tim I just order the rear scvs but you didn’t say were you got your top link for you 1025R

Tim, I have a "bucket" cement mixer on the loader of my Massey 573. How can I control the mixer at the mixer instead having to have someone in the cab to use the aux hydraulics to control it? The mixer needs to be reversed back and forth as you mix and to unload.

Hey, Kirk! I’m from Paragould, too!

Tim, your videos are so helpful! Thank you man! And thanks to your wife as well!

Tim, I bought the Summit 4 valve rear remote. I have found that the directions are not very clear. I was able to dry fit everything to make sure all the parts were in the place. You were wondering if it would be economical to have Summit preinstall parts. Better yet, how about a step by step video from Summit.

Awesome tutorial Tim! You’re getting much closer to purchasing a compact tractor. Thanks.

That was explained nicely and surprisingly not difficult

Quick question Tim, would this be beneficial to use with a hydraulic thumb on the backhoe? TY!

That was nice of you Tim and Camera Lady (Sorry forgot your wife's name)

What?! No apple for the teacher! Great video! Thanks for sharing!

Would it be possible to get a close up of the valve supplied with the hydraulic symbol diagram in clear view?

I think pre assembly should be an option but have it also available non assembled for people like me who have more time than money and enjoy projects like this.

lol ive got my 3046r, had it a month or two- over 120 hours

I was hoping for a 3rd function kit for 2038R.... I hope all is well. Keep the video's coming.

Tim, on the rear hydraulics kit, the slots in the valve plate and the switch plate are not built correctly, because the shim plates are designed as short as possible and don't also have a slot. As the ROPS is slanted, the plates can't mount level. I'll either need to drill the holes into slots, or make longer shim plates, with a slot on one end.

Very good video about teaching.Thank you for sharing

I really enjoyed assembling and installing the kit. If anyone is in southwest Michigan needs help let me know!

Thanks Tim for this video! I have 2 questions though, maybe you have an idea : The hydraulic lines are double acting, but is it possible to put an hydraulic line in float mode ? The block with all hydraulic lines is fixed on the rops verticaly , is it possible to put it horizontaly ?

33hrs in one year😳. I’ve got an acre and have 200hrs in less than a year only use it on my 1.25 acre of land with absolutely 0% mowing.

Thank you ...this will make my Johnnie much more functional

That orange sickle bar mower really stands out in the background. Looks good.

I am confusion. Does the power beyond kit allow one to utilize hydraulic implements? Specifically a hydraulic top link. Or is the rear hydraulic diverter valve necessary to allow one to have control over the pressure/flow running through those two hoses provided by the power beyond kit?

I did not see the power beyond video, but Tim I have now have a Mahindra 1626 with a backhoe. Can't I use that circuit to the backhoe to install the Summit kit? From what I have read, I can, but I trust your opinion over someone that I don't know anything about. I will also want to install a 3rd function eventually.

Great Product Tim,Hi Christi have a day love from TEXAS

Great info, and looking forward to the power beyond video. Cheers!

It looks like the rear remote is almost a must have.

I'm looking to put a kit on the back of my BX 23S. Looks simple. Any reason I can't just plug into the backhoe ports since it would be off the machine when I run rear remotes.

Shouldn’t that decrease the lift height or the amount of lift capacity on the 3 point hitch

I guess I need to step it up on the next shipment since frank said it wasn't hot! 😅

Do you guys know of a resource that makes something similar for a JD 870?

Hi Tim, thanks for this video! Quick question though. You said you broke one at 96 inch pounds, yet my directions call for 10 ft lbs... Did something change? I don’t really feel like snapping those off. Thanks

What is a power beyond and a 3rd power ?

Your videos are awesome and educational! Do they make this setup for other makes of tractors? I have a cub cadet Ex3200 made by yanmar, I would love to get hydraulics on the back. Thanks for all your help

When you did your installs in this video, was the Summit Hydraulic joystick an option? If it was an option, why did you choose rocker switches versus the joy stick option? I am wanting to do the 4 spool unit so trying to figure out the size of the joy stick option as compared to the rocker switches set up? I am leaning to the joy stick option. Any feedback on the joy stick versus rocker switches? In the off set flail mower video you note the install of a restrictor valves to allow for smoother implement control. I am purchasing an off set flail mower. Did you try the flail mower with restrictor valves or your familiarity with the switches became better and no need for the restrictor valves? If you used he restrictor valves, how many did you use and and where do they get installed? I look forward to your feedback. Thank you for all the videos. Jim

I just tried to buy a 1025R from Ohio and was refused the sale. Seems green tractor dealers won't underbid each other. While I am happy that Tim enjoys the lowest prices in the country, I sure would enjoy a more competitive market. Same tractor same options, is $6,000 more up North.

I did install a 4 spool/front third function on my 2025r. And I am trying to figure how to connect my backhoe to this. Some said it has connected in series. I think I need a little more explanation. To those that could help me thank you !

I dont know how those guys were able to concentrate on the hydraulic install when they were surrounded by all those "toys" in the background. Good informative video guys.

nice example of the install

FYI check with summit the valve body must be torqued to 2 ft-lbs or 24 inch-lbs not 80 could stress bolts or threads on softer aluminum Keep it tractoring 🚜 pass it on

I have watched the videos but I have a question, I have a new 3038e and I wanted to add rear hydraulics 4 port, now do I need to have the power beyond, what exactly does this do? Thanks Garry

Great video like always. I would love to install this on my tractor but mines no a deere it's a mahindra so don't know if it would work or not.