Backhoe Broke my tractor..

[hurricanoday]

Well didn't break the tractor (1025R) but I did spring a leak from one of the hydraulic lines that connect the 260 to the 1025R. Dealer wants 55 for the hose and 200+ to come fix it. I didn't ask for the part number, but according to this picture it is AME017451.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...293359-260-backhoe-hose-problems-img_6756-jpg

Should I just take it off if it is under warranty?

 

[sisupower]

You broke power beyond hose?

 

[hurricanoday]

You broke power beyond hose?

I broke the one with the curved fitting. Does anyone have any info on removing it from the manual? I really don't like messing with stuff under warranty but am not paying 200 for them to come out.

makes me rethink the powergard with the travel costs. I'm right at 40hrs so I am do for service soon and it is just starting to get nice in Washington.

 

[sisupower]

Just take it off and take it to them to get another one. If they will let you. Or take tractor to them and get it fixed and serviced. lol

 

[jgayman]

Well didn't break the tractor (1025R) but I did spring a leak from one of the hydraulic lines that connect the 260 to the 1025R. Dealer wants 55 for the hose and 200+ to come fix it. I didn't ask for the part number, but according to this picture it is AME017451.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...293359-260-backhoe-hose-problems-img_6756-jpg

Should I just take it off if it is under warranty?

It is unclear from the photo which specific hose is leaking. Is it one of the Power Beyond hoses that is part of the tractor or is it one of the pressure hoses that is part of the 260 backhoe? The P/N AME017451 is not a valid part number.

Below are parts diagrams of the Power Beyond and 260 pressure hoses.

Power Beyond


260 Pressure Hoses


The hoses should be able to be removed by unscrewing the coupling. Also, are you certain it is the hose itself that is leaking and not one of the fittings?

 

[sisupower]

It is unclear from the photo which specific hose is leaking. Is it one of the Power Beyond hoses that is part of the tractor or is it one of the pressure hoses that is part of the 260 backhoe? The P/N AME017451 is not a valid part number.

Below are parts diagrams of the Power Beyond and 260 pressure hoses.

Power Beyond
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260 Pressure Hoses
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The hoses should be able to be removed by unscrewing the coupling.

I think he broke #7 in first pic.

 

[jgayman]

I think he broke #7 in first pic.

If so, that hose should just unscrew. It is P/N AM105465 ($62.21)

 

[sisupower]

If so, that hose should just unscrew. It is P/N AM105465 ($62.21)

Yes your correct. Idk what the issue is. If it's warranty order the part and change it out by walk in and exchange hoses. If it's a good dealership they will do it. Or just take tractor in and get service and fix.

 

[jgayman]

Yes your correct. Idk what the issue is. If it's warranty order the part and change it out by walk in and exchange hoses. If it's a good dealership they will do it. Or just take tractor in and get service and fix.

It sounds like the OP doesn't have a way to transport the tractor and didn't want to pay $200 for an on-site visit, which I can't blame him if all that needs to be replaced is a hose. Hopefully the dealer will be cooperative but some will insist that they perform the warranty repair. There is some risk with them just handing over the part as they have no idea if the hose is really bad. It could be leaking somewhere else and the OP just thought it was the hose. Again, a reason why some dealers insist on performing the warranty repair themselves.

Then again, if it is warranty why did the dealer say they wanted $55 for the part on top of the on-site service fee?

If he has to pay for the part AND labor then it's a no-brainer ($62.21 vs. $261.21). I would simply buy the hose and replace it myself.

 

[sisupower]

It sounds like the OP doesn't have a way to transport the tractor and didn't want to pay $200 for an on-site visit, which I can't blame him if all that needs to be replaced is a hose. Hopefully the dealer will be cooperative but some will insist that they perform the warranty repair.

Then again, if it is warranty why did the dealer say they wanted $55 for the part on top of the on-site service fee?

If he has to pay for the part AND labor then it's a no-brainer ($62.21 vs. $261.21). I would simply buy the hose and replace it myself.

On something like that warranty won't pay for travel. There are several ways to work this if dealer is willing to help the customer out. I've done it several times.