I have an 1835MHC that I bought this past spring. It is used 80% of the time for mowing. I generally leave the loader off for easier trimming next to objects and only attach it when I need it. I have noticed that with the loader installed that my power steering loses quite a bit of power. Even with an empty bucket and in neutral I can't turn the wheel more than 1/4 turn either way before it bottoms out. I have to be moving forward or reverse to get the wheel turned all the way. I can understand with a full bucket of clay or something heavy I may notice it but not when its empty. Also, I noticed my belt squealing a couple of times with the loader attached. Seems unrelated but wanted to throw it out there. I removed the loader this past weekend and was able to mow 5 acres normally. No belt noise and normal power steering (lock to lock at idle).
I do have turf tires which likely have a slightly larger contact patch but that should be a minimal difference on friction. About 45hrs so far on the tractor and getting ready for the first oil change.
Any ideas? I hate having to be in motion to turn my wheel with the bucket on. Really makes for a difficult time in tight quarters.
I do have turf tires which likely have a slightly larger contact patch but that should be a minimal difference on friction. About 45hrs so far on the tractor and getting ready for the first oil change.
Any ideas? I hate having to be in motion to turn my wheel with the bucket on. Really makes for a difficult time in tight quarters.
