Loader Broke the loader
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Raul-02
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Have you dismounted it from the tractor yet? you won't know the problem until you start getting into it and You won't know if you can fix it until you get into it.
JTP
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It appears from the picture that the handle is bent so far forward that it is hitting something (maybe the plastic cover) and not allowing it to move enough to allow the valve to pass oil.
I would try removing the cover and see if there may be an interference.
I would try removing the cover and see if there may be an interference.
lpakiz
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It seems to me that if the control lever moves both sets of cylinders both in and out, the problem is not in the lever. That control lever has no idea where the cylinders are in their stroke. As long as all 4 cylinders extend and retract at least a couple inches, there is nothing wrong with the "bent" lever.
If you had the loader off, my money is on one of the quick couplers not seated fully.
If you had the loader off, my money is on one of the quick couplers not seated fully.
npalen
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Viewing the picture in post #19, it appears that all you need to do is pull back on the lever to let the lift cylinders extend a few inches to align the holes for the pin. I assume, judging from all the comments above, that there is more to the problem, however.
Many good suggestions here. And a parts picture. Your photo showing the lever shows a boot on the lever and a plastic cover for the lever and valve mechanism. On my BX23, which I believe is close to a BX2200, the plastic cover can be removed on the tractor by removing 3 screws.(This can be done with the lever in place) If you can find a way to remove the plastic cover and boot, you will be able to see the lever, linkage, and hydraulic control valve. Compare them to the parts picture to see what is bent. Then you will be able to decide what parts to order. I don't think there is any damage to the loader which would require taking to the dealer.
If you go to the Kubota USA website, you can select "Illustrated Parts List", enter your tractor model and find and print the parts picture of the loader controls and valve. You can also find the parts numbers for what you need.
If you go to the Kubota USA website, you can select "Illustrated Parts List", enter your tractor model and find and print the parts picture of the loader controls and valve. You can also find the parts numbers for what you need.
JBF43
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As was mentioned a few times, I would remove the cover over the joystick and move it in all directions checking for it to be hitting something instead of getting free and full travel. Also, try installing the loader with this cover off so you can see the joystick operation during the 'install' process. This is something you can do for free except for a little bit of your time. You may find a bent or 'out of adjustment' linkage that you can either bend back or readjust to get it working again. Something else to check, I know you said you have removed and installed the loader a great many times as have I with mine. I always remove mine for mowing with my finish mower so I can get closer to things and not take out fences when mowing alongside of them. I did this 2 weeks ago and left the mower in the shade all day under the carport. When finished and I went to reinstall the loader, I swore I had all the hoses fully seated by looking at them. But the same problem you are having happened with mine. I had the tractor off and relieved the pressure on the tractor side and was sure the hose pressure had not built up sitting in the shade. After a 1/2 hr of cussing, I removed the hoses and let out some pressure, then reinstalled. Sure enough one of the hoses seated further down than it was on the first attempt and everything went back to normal. Now when I 'know' I am absolutely doing it right, but it doesn't work, I just say to myself 'what simple basic thing am I doing wrong or missing?' Usually just going back through the process reveals the problem. Not saying you did something wrong, but it could be a couple of things to look at. Good luck with it and let us know what you find out.
masscity
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I have a L3540HSTC, so it might not have anything in common. Years ago in January I had my snowblower on and it wouldn't boom down. I called my tractor mechanic and he come right over. He took my right rear tire off and opened the inspection panel and had me move the joystick up and down. Bad design, instead of a rod for booming down they use wire rope in a sheath. It had mushroomed at the end and wouldn't boom down.
I ordered the part from the dealer and it took 11 days, not in stock. When I got it, it was 1 1/2 times the diameter of the old one. They knew they had a problem. Has worked great since. I was lucky, it didn't snow much waiting for the part.
I ordered the part from the dealer and it took 11 days, not in stock. When I got it, it was 1 1/2 times the diameter of the old one. They knew they had a problem. Has worked great since. I was lucky, it didn't snow much waiting for the part.
