BX 2200 Any problems?

RodneyV · Nov 19, 2001

I'm considering buying a BX 2200 and like what I see. Has anyone had any problems or issues except for no tach?

TresCrows · Nov 20, 2001

Rodeny, there have been some few issues, most takern care off on later produced BX's and the others handled by warranty or service oreders. These to my knowledge are a 1. sticky hydro pedal on some early BX's--fix was to install a grease fitting and all new BX's have them 2. Leaking fuel header/collector tank--repair was done under a service order again on early BX's and replaced the tank with a heavier version 3. Hood rattles at low idle--not an issue--give it some gas--it is not a Lexus. 4. Hydro whine--this is normal -for all hydro tractors--ALL. 5. 3-point would not accept some cat 1 implements-- I suggest buying smaller implements --fix was a minor redesign that somewhat helped the arms to spread wider. 6. most of the other problems have been owner ignorance, not reading the manuals, improper use and or faulty expectations. There are a few other minor issues and I am sure I forgot something--bottom line is there are NO issues with the BX that should make you squemish about purchasing one. Most of the BX guys really like their tractors and you will too--come on--get one and you will see. Besides, I, acting high priest of the BX cult, need reinforcements /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif .
The main problem with the BX is that it has smaller wheels and tires which give it a low wide stable stance and therefore some guys insist it is not a tractor but a lawnmower. In other words--to quote Rodney Dangerfield--can't get no respect.
You will find the BX fun to operate, stable, manuverable, sturdily built and quite powerful within reasonable expectations. /w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif .J

TresCrows · Nov 20, 2001

Sorry for a second post--in the old pic attached above notice the pond in the back ground and in this attached pic notice the stuck BX and all that "raw" ground in the pic. Much of that was excavated using the BX with the FEL and boxblade. Yes, the BX can dig large holes and do "real" work. Good luck. J

TresCrows · Nov 20, 2001

Oh, good grief, I apologise but it dumped my attachment so here it is Rodney. Sorry to other forum guys--don't bother to look, you seen it before. My apology. J

upgw · Nov 20, 2001

Hood rattle at idle, but that's a 'cosmetic' flaw. The hydraulic lift on mine won't come all the way up by itself, it kicks back into 'neutral', you have to hold it back. Don't know if that is normal, the dealer is looking at it today while he has it for the FEL install. I had to have a 'bit' shortened for use on a PHD, no problem there either, and the machine effortlessly digs post holes. Very pleased overall, as I think pretty much everybody here is.

- Patrick W.

DaveNH · Nov 20, 2001

Rodney,
I'd suggest that you do a search on TBN for BX problems or faults. Searching for BX will result a couple of thousand posts, a lot to read through, but you'll get the idea of what people think about the BX. So far I have heard of about 11 or so problems with the BX. Most are minor and covered by the warranty.

We're all in this together! (3)

TWINKLE_TOES · Nov 20, 2001

<font color=blue>Besides, I, acting high priest of the BX cult, need reinforcements </font color=blue>
TresCrows, I don't think you need reinforcements/w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif Actually I have indirectly contributed to your legion of BX's. I received a nice letter from my dealer in appreciation of a recent sale that he made. I was at the dealership a few weeks back when a salesman with a customer called me over. They were looking over a BX and the customer had some reservations about the BX. I simply answered his questions and went on about my business. Well the guy ending up buying the BX. I don't know if the mention of your name had anything to do with it./w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif
Al

weldman87 · Nov 25, 2001

I to have a bx2200 and the only problem that I had was with the power steering, the block under the steering wheel was leaking oil. I looked for the obvious loose lines etc. Called the dealer and they came and picked up the tractor and fixed it no cost to me. no problems after that.

RodneyV · Nov 26, 2001

I've seen some postings about leaking fuel tanks. Does anyone know if this defect has been fixed on the new models? I really appreciate all the input from everyone!! I'm almost ready to buy a bx2200 but I really don't want diesel spiiled all over my garage.

Rodney

upgw · Nov 26, 2001

I asked the dealer about problems, after reading through this group. He indicated fuel tank and HST pedal problems, both of which he claimed were fixed. A redesigned tank, and a grease fitting on the pedal pivot. I've got 20 hours on mine, nothing is wrong with it. You can sure tell Dodge din't make it /w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif...

- Patrick W.