Century - Branson Controls

Pacesetter300 · Apr 16, 2003

Just looking for comment on those who have used the C-B twins. In shopping, just about every brand tractor had a quirk or two (or more) with the operator controls that I didn't like. One thing with the Century was the placement of the throttle control. My size 11 boot found it awfully cramped between the brake pedal and the fender. I've never seen a comment here, but was wondering if anyone else noticed it and if it was a bother to you, how much of one?
Pacesetter

19th_VA · Apr 16, 2003

It is rather squished in there, I agree. I mostly use the hand throttle, so it doesn't bother me very much. What bothers me more is the joystick hitting the hand throttle sometimes. Have to admit, though, these are small problems given how well the unit has performed thus far.

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

It looks horrible at first glance, but works fine for me without discomfort. Isn't Kioti's in about the same place too?

SnowRidge

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

I agree the foot throttle is a little...could be better but it is not a problem for me. I use both throttles, may use hand throttle more. My Century does not have a problem with the joystick hitting anything.

19th_VA · Apr 17, 2003

( My Century does not have a problem with the joystick hitting anything. ) I like the Century joystick, save for one thing--the hydraulic lines need to run under the deck to get to where they are on the fender. Given what my property looks like, I'm glad they are not under there!

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

( I like the Century joystick, save for one thing- -the hydraulic lines need to run under the deck to get to where they are on the fender. )

I know the C-50 loader's joystick is fender mounted, but what about the C-30 andC-40. These are the same loaders as the Branson BL10 and BL20. Do they get a fender mounted joystick on Centurys too?

Just wondering.

SnowRidge

19th_VA · Apr 17, 2003

That's a good question for which I don't have a good answer.

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

Was I ever wrong, the loader control does hit the hand throttle at higher RPM levels. I have a C-40 loader and the control is not fender mounted.

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

( Was I ever wrong, the loader control does hit the hand throttle at higher RPM levels. I have a C-40 loader and the control is not fender mounted. )

OK, maybe I've been misinterpreting this joystick/throttle issue. On my Branson 3520, the joystick will just touch the hand throttle when it (the joystick) is moved all the way to the left. The throttle has to be almost wide open for this to happen, and it does not impact joystick/loader operation.

Also, it does not cause a problem setting the throttle, as the joystick is centered whenever I move the hand throttle. As I've understood the issue, the complaints regarded the joystick interfering with the throttle, or vice-versa, thereby causing a loss of functionality.

If this is it, I can't see a problem, as the operator isn't going to be trying to operate both the joystick and hand throttle at the same time--unless he has two right hands. Someone enlighten me please.

SnowRidge

Pacesetter300 · Apr 17, 2003

I believe the C-30 and C-40 loaders are the same as the Branson loader. The control valve/lever mounts on a bracket that attaches from below and is in the same place on both Branson and Century. The C-50 loader has the fender mount. I wasn't concerned in the position of the C-40 because i was interested in the C-50. Correct me, isn't the FEL use when you would be using the foot throttle so the lever wouldn't interfere with the hand throttle even if it did hit?
Pacesetter

Anonymous Poster · Apr 17, 2003

( Correct me, isn't the FEL use when you would be using the foot throttle so the lever wouldn't interfere with the hand throttle even if it did hit? )

That's my take on it. In the limited time I've used the FEL on my Branson, I've never used the hand throttle, but maybe others do.

I'd still like to know if my tractor's control setup, as described in my post above, is the one people have complained about, or was there serious interference before Kukje/Ansung changed something, which is what I have been assuming.

Inquiring mind(s) want to know. /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

SnowRidge

Pacesetter300 · Apr 17, 2003

Thanks, Thought maybe I knew less about what I know than I do. Can 19th VA can chime in with a pic of his loader/throttle control positioned at the place in question. Then compare it to yours and see if the relationship is the same. I volunteered him because I know he takes great pictures. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Pacesetter

Anonymous Poster · Apr 18, 2003

I was working on my truck and needed a break. Since I had tools out, I thought I'd look at the joystick/throttle "interference" and see if anything could be done.

It took less than a minute to move the throttle to its closest proximity to the joystick, loosen the joystick locknut, nudge the stick a smidge to the right, and retighten the locknut. There is plenty of clearance now (not that there was any operational problem before).

I imagine all of the Ansung loader equipped Kukjes are configured the same way. If so, anyone having a problem should be able to take care of it.

SnowRidge

Loges1 · Apr 21, 2003

I use the hand throttle when I'm using the loader. That way I can still use the brakes to help turn if I have to. I use the foot throttle mainly for getting from point A to point B in a non-work mode

Loges1 · Apr 21, 2003

Hey Pacesetter,
Glad to see you go with the Century /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif. And a 3045 to boot /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif. Hope you enjoy it

Pacesetter300 · Apr 21, 2003

Thanks Jeff, It's at the dealer's now getting prepped. Promise to keep you posted on my new adventures /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif
Pacesetter

Loges1 · Apr 22, 2003

Have you noticed how the days, minutes, and even the seconds are going slower and sloower and slooower /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif.
I was just like a kid waiting on my birthday while I was waiting for mine to be delivered. Good luck to you

19th_VA · Apr 25, 2003

Been away for a week. Lot's of posts to catch up on. I'll get a picture in a few days. I do know Branson changed the joystick to have a bend in it, which helped the problem but did not eliminate it.

19th_VA · Apr 25, 2003

I'll give this one a try on mine. Hasn't been a major problem for all of the aforementioned reasons, but it would be nice to not have to worry about it.