ASV RC 60 Hydralics leak down

[chassb123]

Hey Guys! Im new and having issue with my asv rc 60. It runs and operates fine with the exception of the lift the bucket leaks down even with the machine running. So while hauling dirt or empty i have to pay attention to keep the bucket raised. Was wondering where to look. Is it the loader valve leaking down? It leaks fast enough you can see it going down about a 4-6 inches per minute. Thanks

 

[J_J]

Probably worn cyl seals.

 

[chassb123]

Well I thought that at first but the tilt on bucket does the same. Possible 4 cylinders are bad?

 

[oldnslo]

Does your ASV RC60 have safety devices built in to prevent movement if you don't have the safety bar latched or is this machine old enough not to have these safety features?

If it have these safety features raise the bucket a few feet in the air and activate the safety latch. Does the bucket still drift down?

Does it fall all the way to the ground? If yes then i would suspect that your control valve is leaking. If it drops part way and stops then I would suspect cylinder seals are leaking.

 

[J_J]

You can remove the hoses from the lift and tilt cyl, and tie the hoses up vertical, and start the engine.

If your valves are in neutral and leaking, you will see fluid coming out of the hoses.

 

[chassb123]

Thanks for replying. It doesn't have the safety features you talked about. It does leak all the way down and even bucket tilts back flat when it comes to rest.

 

[chassb123]

J.J. thats a good idea. I will try that. Thanks