Add-On "Live Hydraulics" For Older Model Tractors

Add-On "Live Hydraulics" For Older Model Tractors TRACTORS Hydraulics 30-1-32 This new front-mounted hydraulic system, recently introduced by Jackson Power Steering, is designed to give older tractors a "live hydraulics" system that's reliable, strong and trouble-free. The unit is designed to look like front-mounted tractor weights but actually adds less than 150 lbs. to the front of the tractor. The unit holds a little over 5 gal. of hydraulic oil. A 9 gpm vane pump is embedded inside the reservoir. Once installed, the tractor has hydraulic power whether or not the clutch is engaged. Most older model tractors have low or limited internal pump flow the hydraulics only work as long as the clutch is engaged. "The 9gpm pump has enough flow to run most any combination of hydraulic applications, independent of the tractor's internal hydraulics. A side benefit is having the reservoir on the front of the tractor to give added weight to the front. The unit is as wide as the tractor hood and extends about 8 in. past the grill," says Jackson. He offers a wide range of hydraulic valves and remotes to match the system, which can be used for log splitters, dump trailers, grain augers, stump grinders, and even add-on power steering. Inventor Roland Jackson is starting out with Fords (9N, 8N, 2N, NAA, 600 Series, 800 Series and early 1000 Series). However, he will soon be adding other models since the hydraulics are the same. Only the mounting brackets are different. The kit includes the reservoir, embedded pump, mounting brackets, crankshaft drive kit, and instructions. Sells for $1,495 plus shipping. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Jackson Power Steering, Rt. 2, Box 220, Jetmore, Kan. 67854 (ph 620 357-6546; sales@jacksonpowersteering.com).

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