2410 Differential Lock

[hayden]

I use a different "escalation" sequence when I need more traction. I never considered an alternate sequence like you use. I doubt it impacts the issue you currently have, but maybe people could comment on what they do and if they think it matters.

When I get stuck I first go to 4WD, then only in the most desperate situations do I apply the diff lock.

Sounds like you go for the diff lock first, then 4WD, then presumably 4WD + diff lock.

 

[hayden]

If you have the equipment, I'd try placing it in 2WD and Neutral on the speed selector, the jack up the rear (or at least one side) to get at least one of the rear wheels off the ground. This will release any "wind-up" that might still be present. Rotate the wheel back and forth by hand to hopefully unstick it.

 

[Egon]

Westbilly:
Try jacking up both rear tires, transmission in neutral, and gently tap the end of each axle. This could also be done with the tractor in 2 wheel drive and both rear wheels rotating under power. Then try the same but apply individual rear brakes one at a time. These are just thoughts that are not backed up by knowledge.
Egon

 

[Egon]

Forgot to add. Where's Kubmec on this one?
Egon

 

[Westbilly]

I already tried the individual braking, it didn't work. I am between a rock and a hard place though, I want it freed, but I am weary of trying too much, I really don't want to do major damage due to my inability to drive in a straight line as recommended. Kubmech told me to try the linkage, but it is all there- he said call the dealer. I called, they are on the way to get it. I like the idea of jacking it up, but since the dealer is on the way, I will forgo any more home remedies. Jacking it would be a good idea. I wish I would have thought of that sooner, It could have saved me from turning so much for testing.

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[Westbilly]

Hayden, that may be a good idea in the future. I ususally stop and hit the diff lock pedal, and then wind up in 4WD anyway. I have found it to be true with the tires on 48 inches apart, both turning on the same loose ground aren't much help. I think in the future, I will switch to 4WD first. That is how I got out of being stuck anyway. The diff lock pedal was more convenient.

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[Egon]

Calling the Dealer was the right thing to do. If it is not coming out as it is supposed to chances are something will have to dissassembled and repaired.
Egon

 

[Westbilly]

I have read my manual 50 times, it is great bathroom reading. My manual does not say "only dirve froward", it does say only drive in a straight line. I was reversing when it failed to engage. Is reversing a problem?? I should think not. The guy that picked it up drove in circles on the pavement, with the wheel spinning, I could see it. I was cringing. There was no sound of teeth gnashing, so I think it was ok. But the diff was definitely locked. He said since it was so new, it may just need to work itself loose till it wears some. He did reccommend that diff lock was second on the list of usefulness behind 4WD. But I have it and I want it to work. All said, I am just sick to my stomach...

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[kubmech]

When I read about not diff locking in reverse I got curious, so I read a B2710 op manual today to see if I was missing something???? However, as suspected, the manual (at least the one I read) has no warning about diff locking in reverse. It does state, if it sticks to try applying each brake seperately to try and unlock it, which makes sense to me. I can't see a problem with using the diff lock in reverse or four wheel drive. (by the way pg. 31 in the op manual) From all the stuff Westbilly has tried, it should have broke lock. Let's see what the dealer comes up with.......

 

[Bird]

I've occasionally used the differential lock on both my B7100 and my B2710 both forward and reverse (but always in a straight line - front wheels aimed straight ahead) with no problem, and never had either of them stick (so far, at least/w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif).