Bringing Old Backhoe back to Life with Summit Third Function Hydraulic Kit

Installing a 25GPM Third Function Hydrualic kit made by summit hydraulics, onto my old 1970s Ford 555 Backhoe. Will it work?
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[@bobmoroney3643]

Watch out DP, Old Mike has some big boy equipment.

[@Poppi2006]

5:19 I watch a fair number of videos of guys operating/wrenching their equipment, but you’re the only one who easily loosens hydraulic lines with this method. I remember your comment that a viewer suggested it. Personally I always listen to suggestions, as I am not a knowitall.

[@CaptainKleeman]

It has saved me a ton of time and frustration. Learned it from Clint at c and c equipment

[@everestyeti]

The smile on your face when you were operating those jaws, priceless. Am sure that even over here in the UK where its wet, raining and cold the sun came out for just a moment. 👍

[@NotJustaTool]

Mike, I can see this machine doing your laundry and mixing cement next. Very handy attachments and possibilities. A+

[@CaptainKleeman]

It gonna great!

[@gordbolton27]

I have used lots of BFH, snipes & crowbars in my mechanical projects but never a pickeroo! I will put that on my Xmas list!

[@dondwyer3679]

Great job! You are super happy when the grapple opened and shut!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thank you for all the support don!!!

[@robertzapatka1082]

Do you realize that 75,500 subscribers all doing the Captain Kleeman happy dance at the same time might lead to world peace! That was awesome!

[@raytalbot5890]

Well done Capt, I saw the little ‘good job dance’ that you did 🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@chillywilli]

The exitement on your face when the grapple opened and closed is priceless. It is something only projects bring where you have to put the effort in to get the result out, and where the satisfaction is the greatest when you reached that point.

[@chrishelms1967]

The PURE joy in your face and body language when that bucket opens and closes ( very quickly too ) is just priceless 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊

[@CaptainKleeman]

Pretty excited about the whole thing to be honest

[@nelsonannett5427]

thats awsome mig welder to speed things up and third function .things are moving to faster production and more time for family. nice job. cheers captain

[@CaptainKleeman]

Man that little welder has been a game changer

[@curtismoncus4118]

Having the third function is going to make the 555 even better!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Can't wait!

[@home-powersystems7782]

I don't think I have seen you so happy about a job. Thanks Mike, take care.

[@flick22601]

Guess we're gonna have to send you over to work with Matt at Diesel Creek so you can learn the happy dance for when things come together. Mike (Dirt Perfect) went there for training and showed us his new moves when he got his manlift sorted out.

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Cap’n you’re gonna love it! When I got my first grapple, I had an idea about what I could do with it. How naive was I? Let me tell you…. That has been 10 years. Those few tasks have grown at least ten fold. Every year I find more. Moving logs, unloading railroad ties, pulling grapevines out of trees, loading and unloading tractor buckets from my trailer, pulling briars out of the ground by their roots, plucking leaf dams out of my ditches, loading scrap metal into the trailer…. Oh! The things you’ll do that you’ve not even thought about. Your grapple will be your ‘Go-To’ implement of choice. Mine is on my loader more often than the bucket! Now, comes the next question. What type of grapple best fits your needs? You might want to look at one with separate top claws. They work best when dealing with stones, logs and stumps. The single claws (like that one) are best for brush and uniformly sized loads. I know you’ll find the right one… and this kit will certainly run it!

[@donnacowell7415]

You are always a little funny but today……. You had me laughing out loud. What a great start to my day.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@rickbell3402]

You say you’re not a mechanic, but you’re showing some great skills, Mike!

[@leer-winnobbeefarms2131]

Hay, Hay, Hay! As a famous man once said, "I love it when a plan comes together!" And, you are well on your way to the Ole 555 Dream! Look'n good! No, it looks fabulous! Love the whole 3rd Function option! Great video Mike! Thanks, Lee!

[@CaptainKleeman]

You got that right!

[@lonniechartrand]

Mike, that was a GREAT idea in using that irrigation hose as a "hose template"!! Good use of your "noodle" there! I always learn a little something from every one of your videos, and am also inspired to do more!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@jimmowers7675]

Good evening Mike. The old saying holds true. Kids and their toys are always happy. Awesome job. Thanks for sharing.

[@kaydog2008]

Hey Mike here's another idea for this for later later. 🤔🤔You could also add some T fittings at the actuator block to run Hy-hoses with disconnects up to diverter valve blocks on the boom to actuate a thumb and up front. So you can switch from one end to the other. Killing 2 birds with 1 stone. 😎👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

It will get its own diverter valve later on

[@kenpgh]

The ol 555 is turning into a real workhorse , good job mike 👍 🇺🇸

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@kirk467]

A bolt welded with the hose running on both sides and a flat bar and nut my friend! See you in the next video Mike, y’all take care my friend! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👌🏻👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@rafaelramirez4371]

Mike adding that 3rd function is going to be a game change for you 👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Absolutely

[@wesatche]

We need a "Kleeman" raffle as to the exact date that the "clear" floor in the 555 gets a plywood covering.

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣 it would get the job done!

[@stevecorey3399]

Well done, Mike, you’re very resourceful young man gotta love your enthusiasm and tenacity to complete all these projects

[@paulprigge1209]

Best part is both he and his wife work for the people Educator and firefighter! They can use the extra money. Good people family friendly

[@cwbean3087]

The best move I made was to put a 3rd function on my tractor and I acted just like you. Lol. I can do more things like buying a Hydraulic fork's, auger, etc. Happy for you on your decision to install the 3rd function. Life changing! Lol.

[@woodbeck]

Watching you grin when all worked as expected was just the start my day needed 😊 hard work rewarded 💪

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@LarryButler-vg9wt]

As always a work in progress👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@alexosborne5629]

Now that is Summit to be proud of 😁 You didn't appear to have any problems as such to deal with, pleased there was no roof to bang your head off when you operated the third function 😃😂

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@brianelliot2719]

Nice job, Mike! I look forward to the day you build your 200’ x 100’ warm enclosed shop to work on your projects. 😊 You do well in the fresh air though.👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Me too! Lol

[@davebulkley4285]

Like a little kid with a new toy. Great job Mike.

[@williamnoel5092]

You are a hard working, intelligent young man. Keep up the excellent work.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thank you, I will

[@clarencewiles963]

Great job adding to the Ford 555. 😊

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks 👍

[@jackspringer9283]

The way that boy was grinning..I was expecting a Snoopy Happy Dance!!!

[@kirk467]

The 555 is going to be a more versatile machine now Mike, good job brother!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Definitely going to get a lot done now!

[@kirk467]

@@CaptainKleeman you have that right my friend, get some videos Mike! Good job brother!

[@gakrazykajun]

Very cool....great progress on this. You are like a kid at Christmas when you showed your face when the grapple actually opened and closed. Great channel, great content.

[@CaptainKleeman]

I'm pretty excited about it!

[@ThatPartsGuy]

For the hose brackets, we've used single & double pipe brackets designed for excavators. To attach them, weld a nut to the arm and bolt in place. Cheap & easy! 😁👍🏻

[@CaptainKleeman]

Yup, I ended up just making my own because I didn't want to wait lol

[@kirk467]

Tack a couple bolts on the boom and frame and a nut and little strap to hold the hose! I know you know what I’m talking about Mike, something you can just tighten up with one wrench brother! I’ve had to modify wrenches in my past to, heat and bend them and cut them too! I like your idea of using the fire hoses as a hose protector too Mike, keep anything from rubbing the hoses directly! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@dansevern3291]

I added a 3rd function kit 10 or 12 years ago, wondered how I ever got along without it, one of the best "add-ons" ever invented. I think you'll be happy with that! Thanks for the video, take care!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Couldn't agree more!

[@GenAfterNextTactics]

I love how you’re using the heck out of that Ford backhoe. Gotta love Ford tractors man, those things will be around forever.

[@michaelrobbins9679]

Well done Captain!

[@michaelmartineau1373]

Your smileing face and gidyness says it all good job

[@gusswenson7811]

Good morning Captain.. The smile on your face at the end was Priceless.. It told the entire story.. Thanks for sharing another great adventure with us. Cheers

[@CaptainKleeman]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@gprend69]

You are just so happy, almost like "Mr. Rogers Builds A Backhoe". Ha. Keep up the good work.

[@harveylong5878]

for a universal kit, that setup surprisingly easy to do what you wanted it to. the Triple 5 jigsaw coming together. the Triple 5 following the dump truck's mindset for weight reduction. floors, bah that's what rubber floor mats are for. old fire hose always comes in handy, relatively cheap/easy to get too

[@CaptainKleeman]

They definitely share the same idea on weight reduction lol

[@localcrew]

Your shop looks very much like mine - only you have a fancy table.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Love my fancy table lol

[@user-yu3qv7yw2e]

I admire your focus, patience and creativity when you approach all your projects. Your happiness with what you've accomplished and your excitement for future possibilities are infectious and I'm smiling along with you.

[@valdo345jr]

Dr. Frankenstein, "It's alive! It's alive!"

[@jeffmentzer9186]

This is quite the upgrade on the 555!! Awesome video Mike! As always thank you for bringing us along on your adventures and I can't wait for the next one!!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Appreciate ya watching!

[@robertsimmons3556]

Definitely a Home Run for the Skipper!!

[@ronpeacock9939]

that smile you had when you hit that switch and it worked….. wrapped around your head multiple times…

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Awesome video! Awesome update on the 555. I can hardly wait to see what is next! 😊 Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks for watching!

[@artm5294]

You have done a lot of super work and modifications to that “Deer” old tractor. I think it’s about time to give it a good thorough power wash , both inside and out. Not only will it be easier to work on and identify other areas needing attention, the ground will shake by all your loyal followers jumping for joy. 👍🇨🇦

[@annlaurie1484]

Well done, another success 😊

[@philliptennis3537]

Great video Captain! I have a feeling that you will use the backhoe more now lol. This setup will save a lot of time

[@CaptainKleeman]

Definitely!

[@tomgreen5788]

That's brilliant ain't it when a plan comes together and the smile on your face said it all I can't wait and see what mischief u get up to with it now

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@halbubba2749]

CAPTAIN YOU HAVE COME A LONG WAYS FROM THOSE EARLY DAYS OF LEARNING TO WELD WHICH IS PAYING OFF BIG TIME NOW . I'M EXCITED TO SEE YOU & THE PROJECTS COME TO LIFE AND HOW EACH ONE HELPS BUILD TOWARD THE BIGGER VISION YOU HAVE FOR THE FUTURE. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍👍👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

Love how you take a pause at various junctures to spell out little details like “t&p” and “a&b” for the layperson. They may already know it, might not care why it is labeled that way but know how it works, or even be someone who will never need to know but like to learn. Of course I left out the person who might need to know, who doesn’t …and will move ahead now with a project with blind confidence because if one man can do it, so can another (disclaimer assumed). I have this running internal joke (w/ me, myself, and I) that says every time you do something on that 555…you are trying to see just how long you can put off getting something (anything) put down as a floor in your cab. I get it too….your time, and your steel scraps are treasures to be guarded and protected. This morning, I had a thought which might move it up from “never” on the list: you need steering improvement weight that will return when you reverse the weight reduction modifications the last owner implemented. I understand that there will be trade offs with the open floor concept disappearing but you will figure out how to live without it. 😂 Keep the content flowing…your posts are the first to get watched every time. Some of my other favorites are building up a back log but I am fully current on all of yours (both channels). 🎉

[@lionelgardiner4408]

Another victory Mike!! Your smile at the end should translate into a big ole pat on the back!! Well done Sir, well done!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks 👍

[@andrewcoil5544]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Appreciate ya watching!

[@1988texasaggie]

12:42 - Do you ever notice the employees at your local hydraulic shop going 'on break' every time they see you pull into the parking lot? If you find yourself working with the 'new guy' all of the time it may be because the experienced guys all know the 'special' creations you are going to ask them to make. 😆

[@lyleminyard2308]

Having to do that job is bad enough but to film it. Amazing you win the Academy award.😂 great job big daddy

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@NathanCEnyart]

Buddy, wife, and I love your videos. You even give me ideas at times. Keep up the good videos and entertainment. Outstanding work

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks 👍

[@fiat38]

All you need to do for a case drain is to run a smaller line back to the top of the hydraulic tank. Some hydraulic tanks will have bungs up top for them, or you can drill one.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Yup

[@andersskog7589]

Next put a quick attach and 3rd function on the back too. You wont regret that! You can use grapples,tilt buckets and whatever. Have that on my mf50b. Well here in sweden every machine since like the 70's has quick attaches on both ends. Really handy. Thanx for super nice videos! The amount of water in the hydraulic oil though 🙈

[@CaptainKleeman]

That's the plan! Will be a game changer on that machine

[@andersskog7589]

@@CaptainKleeman i've just put a 6/2 valve on the dipper to take the hydraulics from the bucket cylinder for the extra functions.

[@allensharlow7763]

Great job Mike , now the Grapple will be , such an added function that will make things so much better 👍👍😎😎🍮🍮❤️

[@CaptainKleeman]

I hope so!

[@Richard-C]

great progress,i think you will be very happy with this new valve, and i also noticed your shop is almost like the C&C shop you have a floor you can roll on,a work bench,welder,power at your fingertips,and you even have a painting area, and it's good that you can't work over time in your shop or your family would never see you.great video Mike 👏👏👏👏👏👌👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Oh yeah, pretty much the same shop lol

[@mattbyrne6283]

I get to watch similar kinds of people on uTube and it helps me cope with my own situation since I was a victim of someone’s actions of a heavy machinery crash and my neck and spine took an extremely hard hit and caused me a lot of life long pain and it happened at the height of my financial situation at age 33 as I was preparing to start an excavation business and purchase my first small apartment building. Anyway that’s enough of my story . I enjoy watching others like you and dirt and dig 18 and others who you know , thank you for sharing it helps me cope with my life seeing others live with their hard work with what ever comes their way . I appreciate the Captain Kleeman show 😂👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Definitely appreciate ya watching

[@ScotReeder]

The look on your face when that grapple bucket was operating was priceless 😅 Im sure in your mind, you said "Eureka" 😂

[@CaptainKleeman]

Pretty excited!

[@dfusit]

$600 for the hoses and some fittings 😳. That hurt just a little. The smile on your face when you first tested the grapple was priceless. Stay safe Captain.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Will be worth it when it is all done

[@DJ2CM]

Hi Mike, Happy Dance 👌 A win . your Persistence is taking this machine to a whole new level. You are getting it done 👍 . even as a retired equipment technician. Some times you just Have to say "I did that " always moving forward ✋. Hoping you all stay safe and happy 🇨🇦 Craig

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks 👍

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

Yah 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼well done Mike. What a great job. Everybody is telling you how much use you are going to have from this attachment. Bring it on Mike.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@timharris4874]

I like the way you jump in to your projects. It's inspiring!!

[@Michael-fd8ob]

It’s been an awesome channel watching you do all this work to help make your dreams come true. Thanks Mike for all of the videos.

[@CaptainKleeman]

I appreciate that!

[@gwbuilder5779]

Universal kit add to the 555 is a huge upgrade, but the kid pushing those buttons when it was all together and the gigantic giggly smile on his face... Priceless!😊 Awesome job Mike, definitely one of a kind.🤙

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@garysparks2681]

Yeah Bud - that;s gonna be some real air conditioned ride next summer, with all those holes in the deck. 😁

[@CaptainKleeman]

🤣

[@kirk467]

I think you’ve done an amazing job on the 555 backhoe Mike, I like the machine brother! Backhoes are slower but at least you have it, it’s a versatile machine, Mike! I like how you explain everything you’re doing my friend! That’s an awesome way to break those big nuts loose Mike! I’ve seen a lot of people banging on wrenches and everything else to break a nut loose! Pretty cool!

[@jerryc3050]

👍 I know you're finding this project as sweet as I am watching the video.

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@shanebiggers8437]

I bought and installed a summit kit on my tractor 4 years ago best thing I ever done to the tractor! Grapple and post/tree puller is definitely my favorite thing to use on the front.

[@mattbyrne6283]

Love your makeshift do what you want with what you’ve got ! Your Ace Kleeman 😂🤣😂🙂

[@fransinyard891]

I'm new to your channel less than a month & as a lady I've really enjoyed your videos! Ok ok I'm a tom boy at heart but I like how you explain what your doing & you always have a smile on your face & oh yeah I like your little happy dances when it all goes right! Lol! Much love from Henderson Ga USA

[@CaptainKleeman]

Welcome to the channel and appreciate ya watching!

[@benjaminallen4678]

A little bit every day towards your goals! Keep it up Mike!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks! Will do!

[@williamvandyke1832]

You are one heck of a fabricator keep updating Captain tha backhoe has come a long way

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@davidhill4711]

The Captain is in the candy store. SSSSSOOOO EXCITED

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@davemclelland9292]

Just added a grapple on our Skid Steed yesterday ( did a 2 hr hand brushing job in 20 min) you are going to love it) take care with where the hoses hook to the unit It's a nasty pinch point

[@CaptainKleeman]

I've damaged them before on a skid steer hook up. I'm gonna be curious the best solution for this setup

[@CMDSR]

A little giddy with excitement I see. You can crow a little Captain you earned it.

[@1TEDSong]

Indeed...What more could a fella want!

[@dbbyfz450]

This is what I have been waiting for. I can’t wait to add one to my 555A.

[@dbbyfz450]

Did you just put the valve in line between the loader and backhoe controls?

[@CaptainKleeman]

Yup, after the backhoe, before the loader.

[@dbbyfz450]

@@CaptainKleeman I’ll double check my service manual but I can’t imagine the routing being different on mine. You mentioned needing a different valve for a thumb on the backhoe. Would this one not have worked if you just ran the hoses back there.?

[@bobanderson2807]

Just watched DYI where he helped you add a n attachment. I watch both your channels weekly since I am retired. I saw you gave him a limestone viewer stone. You are a good man.

[@PiezPiedPy]

Who needs a floor when you got a new Aux.👍

[@chriscampbell2327]

All I have to say is THAT IS SO COOL!

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@DunbarLandFarms]

I look forward to your videos and your channel is my favorite KZbin channel.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Wow, thank you!

[@marketmalc]

RESULT!!!! 👍👍👍

[@homesteadbarron]

I am so happy you were able to make this video(been waiting for it). I have an old ford 445c skip loader. I watched your video putting the SSQA on the 555. Yours was THE ONLY video showing that on such a powerful machine. I wondered if it could/should be done. Now i know it can. This video clinches it! I now plan on copying both ideas. THANKS!

[@phillipdean9879]

10/10 Captain! That 555 just keeps on giving! Great work! 🇦🇺🍺🍺

[@glennwolfe1663]

Awesome job, Capt.👍👍👍👍👍😺🫠🐺

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@jimurrata6785]

That round workbench is SUPER fancy! (Ive got the 6' folding table from Walmart 😕) Was waiting for that cold plastic patio chair to snap like a twig when you sat down. 😅

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Very nice work there Mike. Thanks for sharing.

[@CaptainKleeman]

You bet

[@michaelmullins1290]

I don't think you get stumped by much. Glad you got it headed your way.

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@stevecollier1810]

what a great addition for sure

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks!

[@Bman2020]

She opens and closes take a second then get your head out of the clouds lol😂 going to be exciting to see it put to use Bud 👍👋🇨🇦

[@CaptainKleeman]

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